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• Abduction of schoolchildren is a lesser evil than killing soldiers — Gumi

  09-12-2025 21:13 via vanguardngr.com
  Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Ahmad Gumi, says the abduction of schoolchildren is a “lesser evil” when compared with the killing of soldiers.According to Gumi,  both acts are condemnable, but they do not fall within the same moral category.Gumi stated this in an interview with the BBC published on Tuesday, where he defended earlier comments that had drawn criticism from security analysts and members of the public.The cleric said  his assertion is based on a moral hierarchy,
  
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• FEC endorses new industrial policy, okays ₦58bn for 200 electric buses, ₦187.8bn contract for BOI

  10-12-2025 17:56 via vanguardngr.com
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA —THE Federal Executive Council, FEC, on Wednesday approved five major memoranda from the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, including Nigeria’s Industrial Policy 2025, the procurement of electric buses, and key infrastructure projects in Lagos.Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Senator John Owan Enoh, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents at the end of the Council meeting, presided over by President Bola Tinu
  
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• IED explosion injures four in Borno, Boko Haram attack Yobe police officer’s home

  10-12-2025 17:54 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ndahi Marama, MaiduguriFour people were injured when a truck carrying bags of onions reportedly triggered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Lingir Village, Guzamala Local Government Area, Borno State, on Wednesday. The truck was en route from Baga Village, Kukawa LGA, to Maiduguri.The victims, identified as driver Umar Isah (25) and passengers Suleiman Isa (22), Ibrahim Bala (25), and Umar Hassan (22), all residents of Maiduguri, sustained varying degrees of injuries. The truck, with r
  
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• Insecurity: Tinubu approves firearms for Forest Guards to tackle banditry

  10-12-2025 17:52 via vanguardngr.com
  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has authorised the arming of forest guards nationwide as part of a renewed strategy to confront rising insecurity, particularly in rural communities affected by banditry, kidnapping and illegal mining.The decision was announced during Wednesday’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the State House, Abuja, where the President said the escalating threats across the country demand a more decentralised, well-equipped security structure.“We need all the
  
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• US to mandate 5-year social media history for visa-free travellers

  10-12-2025 17:47 via vanguardngr.com
  The United States is seeking to introduce stricter digital-screening rules for millions of visitors entering the country under its Visa Waiver Program, proposing mandatory disclosure of social media activity spanning the past five years.A new public notice issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) indicates that the planned update to the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) has been released ahead of its formal appearance in the Federal Register.US Customs and Border Prot
  
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• Rivers residents appeal to Fubara to save newly constructed road from erosion

  10-12-2025 17:43 via vanguardngr.com
  By Davies IheamnachorPort Harcourt — Residents of Rumuokania II in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Rivers State, have appealed to Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara to intervene and prevent erosion from destroying a recently completed road in their community.The call was made in a statement signed by Pastor Joel Gbandi and Lucky Ashley Atiegoba, Chairman and Secretary of the Rumuokania II New Layout Landlords Association.Gbandi commended Governor Fubara for reconstructing the Rumuokania and
  
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• Insecurity: We’re not honest with Nigerians — Sultan slams faith leaders

  10-12-2025 17:41 via vanguardngr.com
  ..as CAN demands action…FG counters critics on religious persecutionBy Luminous JannamikeABUJA – The Sultan of Sokoto and Co-Chair of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC), HRH Abubakar Sa’ad III, on Wednesday cautioned that the Council risks slipping into irrelevance unless faith leaders embrace sincerity, accountability and honest engagement.His warning came as the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) pressed for stronger action on insecurity, while the Federal Gove
  
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• Instagram users given new algorithm controls

  10-12-2025 17:40 via vanguardngr.com
  Instagram on Wednesday unveiled a new AI-powered feature that lets users view and adjust the algorithm shaping their Reels feed, calling it a pioneering move toward greater user control.The Meta-owned app is introducing “Your Algorithm,” accessible through an icon in the upper right corner of Reels — a user’s video feed — which displays the topics Instagram believes users are interested in based on their viewing history.In a blog post, Meta said users can now direc
  
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• ECOWAS appoints Aliko Dangote as pioneer chair of Business Council to drive regional economic growth

  10-12-2025 17:36 via vanguardngr.com
  Abuja — The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has announced Africa’s business magnate, Aliko Dangote, as the pioneer Chairperson of its newly established ECOWAS Business Council, a strategic platform aimed at mobilising private sector investment and boosting economic integration across the region.The announcement was made by the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Omar Touray, during the 95th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers held in Abuja on Wedne
  
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• I’m upset over ₦1.5bn debts owed to over 2000 contractors – Tinubu

  10-12-2025 17:30 via vanguardngr.com
  — Sets up panel to clear debtsBy Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has expressed displeasure over the backlog of debt amounting about ₦1.5 billion owed to federal contractors.Consequently, the President has set up a high-level committee to resolve the bottlenecks and fund repayments.President Tinubu’s displeasure over the indebtedness was disclosed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, while briefing State House correspondents a
  
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• Petrol supply from Dangote Refinery surges 37.7% to 23.52m litres daily as imports hit 52m litres

  10-12-2025 17:16 via vanguardngr.com
  By Obas Esiedesa, AbujaDomestic petrol supply from Dangote Refinery rose sharply in November 2025, increasing by 37.7 percent to 23.52 million litres per day from 17.08 million litres per day in October, according to data from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).Petrol imports into the country also jumped by 80.27 percent, reaching 52.1 million litres daily, up from 28.9 million litres in October. Combined, the total average daily petrol supply for Nove
  
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• Tinubu transmits 2026-2028 MTEF/FSP to Reps

  10-12-2025 17:13 via vanguardngr.com
  By Gift ChapiOdekina, AbujaPresident Bola Tinubu has transmitted the 2026 -2028 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) to the House of Representatives for approval.Tinubu, in a letter read by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, who presided over plenary on Wednesday, requested expeditious consideration of the MTEF/FSP.“It is with pleasure that I forward the 2026 to 2028 Medium-Time Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper, MTEF and FSP for the kind consi
  
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• Atiku condemns Lamurde violence, calls for urgent action and justice

  10-12-2025 17:13 via vanguardngr.com
  LAMDURE, Adamawa — Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed deep concern over the violent clashes between the Bachama and Tsobo communities in Lamurde, Adamawa State, describing the bloodshed and destruction as “unacceptable” and urging immediate government intervention.In a statement posted on his Facebook page on Wednesday, Atiku stressed that both the Federal and State Governments have a “solemn duty to act decisively” to halt the escalating violence,
  
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• Insecurity: Falana alleges refusal to try some terror suspects, seeks NBA’s sanction

  10-12-2025 17:08 via vanguardngr.com
  ….says out of 1000 suspects, less than 10 were charged to courtBy Ikechukwu NnochiriABUJA–A front-line human rights activist and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mr. Femi Falana, SAN, has asked the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, to sanction some Attorneys General he accused of paying lip service to the ongoing war against terrorism and banditry in the country.According to him, the AGs, for over three years, failed to initiate criminal proceedings against suspected terrorists who were ar
  
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• Ejiofor condemns church attack in Anambra, warns bandits of divine, legal consequences

  10-12-2025 16:52 via vanguardngr.com
  By Nwabueze OkonkwoOnitsha — Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor, a social crusader, has condemned the recent attack on worshippers at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church in Isiokwe, Lilu community, Anambra State, warning bandits against targeting houses of God due to the grave spiritual and legal consequences of such sacrilegious acts.In a statement titled “When darkness invaded the Altar: a blood-chilling sacrilege in Anambra – a most heinous desecration of God’s Sanctuary; the nation
  
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• 2026: Tinubu meets OSUN APC governorship aspirants in Aso Villa

  10-12-2025 16:47 via vanguardngr.com
  — Harps on party unity, consensus buildingBy Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has appealed to governorship aspirants of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the 2026 election for unity and consensus-building ahead of the party’s primary on December 13.The President made the appeal when he met with the aspirants at the State House, Abuja, on Monday night.The Osun State governorship aspirants who attended the meeting with the President include former Deputy Gov
  
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• Lawyers petition Tinubu, NSA over Ganduje’s parallel Shariah police in Kano

  10-12-2025 16:45 via vanguardngr.com
  By Bashir BelloKano — The National Forum of Kano Indigene Lawyers has raised alarm over the recruitment of a parallel Hisbah police force by the former Kano State governor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje’s foundation, describing it as a deliberate attempt to destabilize the state for political purposes.In a petition signed by the forum’s National President, Malam Usman Imam Tudun Wazirichi, PhD, and National Secretary, Rita Benedict, Esq., and made available to newsmen, the lawyer
  
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• Trump calls media reports on his health ‘seditious’

  10-12-2025 16:39 via vanguardngr.com
  US President Donald Trump has blasted media reports questioning his state of health as “seditious, perhaps even treasonous,” sparking pushback Wednesday by one of the major outlets behind the stories.In a long, late-night social media post, the oldest elected president in US history raged about stories in The New York Times and elsewhere suggesting that at the age of 79 he is slowing down.“There has never been a President that has worked as hard as me! My hours are the longest
  
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• Nigerian passengers to benefit as Delta equips 1,000 aircraft with Wi-Fi

  10-12-2025 16:35 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dickson OmobolaDelta Air Lines has become the first airline to equip its 1,000 aircraft with fast, free Delta Sync Wi-Fi, transforming in-flight experience for passengers.Nigerian passengers flying from Lagos to Delta’s US hubs, such as Atlanta and New York, stand to benefit from significantly improved access to Wi-Fi during long-haul flights.Delta, in a statement, said the achievement marks a new phase in Delta’s commitment to enhancing travel convenience, productivity and enter
  
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• Mbappe makes squad to face Man City despite injury concerns

  10-12-2025 16:32 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabReal Madrid have confirmed the inclusion of Kylian Mbappe in their squad for Wednesday’s Champions League clash against Manchester City, despite the French international being a doubt due to injury concerns.The 26-year-old missed the club’s open training session on Tuesday, with reports in Spain suggesting he has a fractured finger.He is also reportedly managing a knee issue, but his presence would be a major boost for head coach Xabi Alonso.Going into this clash
  
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• Blue economy as growth engine: Tinubu directs NIPSS to lead nationwide reforms

  10-12-2025 16:15 via vanguardngr.com
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has unveiled a comprehensive security and economic framework aimed at harnessing Nigeria’s marine and aquatic resources, positioning the blue economy as a key driver of economic diversification, job creation, and long-term prosperity.The President stated this on Wednesday during a Presidential Parley with participants of Senior Executive Course 47 of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) at the Presidentia
  
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• Sanwo-Olu launches N150Bn CNG truck Initiative to Modernise Lagos logistics

  10-12-2025 16:12 via vanguardngr.com
  By Olasunkanmi Akoni, LagosLagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday inaugurated the first phase of the N150 billion initiative to roll out 2,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) trucks for port and haulage operations, aimed at modernising the state’s logistics sector, enhancing safety, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.The launch, held at the LTV Ground, Agidingbi Road, Alausa, Ikeja, was attended by stakeholders including the Managing Director of the Nigeria Railway Corpora
  
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• Police Withdrawal: Tinubu directs ministers to obtain presidential clearance for escorts

  10-12-2025 16:12 via vanguardngr.com
  President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday directed ministers and senior officials to seek his approval before requesting police escorts for official assignments.Tinubu gave the directive at the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held at the State House, Abuja.He said security lapses often occur when officers are reassigned without adequate replacement planning, stressing the need for tighter coordination among agencies.“I have told the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), and I hope the Minis
  
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• Zyverium Review 2025: Legit Or Not?

  10-12-2025 16:02 via vanguardngr.com
  Zyverium is a recently launched crypto trading system developed to level up the entire trading process. The creators state that this platform monitors the market 24/7 to provide precise trade signals and insights, and thereby help make the right decisions. This Zyverium review has been penned to offer reliable information about this crypto trading system so that you can have clarity about what can be expected from it. So, keep reading the review and then decide whether to invest in this platfor
  
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• I have no plans to remarry – Regina Daniels

  10-12-2025 15:57 via vanguardngr.com
  Nollywood actress Regina Daniels says she has no plans to remarry, admitting she feels “traumatised” by the idea of marriage following her ongoing marital crisis with her estranged husband, Senator Ned Nwoko.Regina revealed this following a recently-uploaded video on her Facebook account which she captioned “God is my guyy shaaa, and I’m his special last born”. Her post prompted followers to ask questions about her future.When one user, Ayariga Prosper, asked if sh
  
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• FIRS, security agencies step up alliance ahead of new revenue law

  10-12-2025 15:57 via vanguardngr.com
  The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has intensified its partnership with key security agencies as Nigeria prepares to implement the National Revenue Service (NRS) Act on 1 January 2026, saying stronger collaboration is crucial to combating tax evasion and protecting national revenue assets.At a multi-agency engagement held in Lagos on Tuesday, the Head of the FIRS Special Enforcement Division, CSP Kyes Bakfur, said the transition to a new revenue regime requires “deepened cooperatio
  
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• Ekiti Cargo Airport ushers in new era of aviation development – Keyamo

  10-12-2025 15:50 via vanguardngr.com
  By Rotimi Ojomoyela, Ado-EkitiThe Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has hailed the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport as a landmark achievement, describing it as a new era for aviation development in Nigeria.Keyamo, represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry, Yakubu Adam, spoke during the inaugural commercial flight operations by United Nigeria Airlines on Wednesday. He called the event historic, emphasizing that the airport exemplifie
  
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• Niger Delta powers Nigeria but suffers neglect – Senator Jarigbe

  10-12-2025 15:48 via vanguardngr.com
  — As presidential aide unveils road to south-south
  By Johnbosco agbakwuruABUJA — SENATOR Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe has described the South-South region as the circulatory system of Nigeria’s economy but wit its arteries clogged with the plaque of underdevelopment, environmental degredation, economic marginalization, and social unrest.This is as stakeholders from the region on Wednesday, raised fresh concerns over the environmental and economic state of the region.Speaking at the se
  
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• Fubara denies rift with lawmakers, calls for support for Tinubu

  10-12-2025 15:47 via vanguardngr.com
  By Daniel Abia, Port HarcourtRivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has dismissed claims of a brewing crisis between him and federal or state lawmakers from the state, describing such reports as unfounded.Fubara made the clarification on Wednesday during the commissioning of the extended and dualised 28.4-kilometre Ahoada–Omoku Road. He said arrangements have already been made for a meeting with the lawmakers, to be convened by former Governor and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, elder states
  
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• “Jonah Must Go”: Adeboye urges worshippers to expel spiritual hindrances

  10-12-2025 15:45 via vanguardngr.com
  By Olayinka LatonaThe General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has urged worshippers to identify and remove negative spiritual and personal influences he described as “Jonahs” from their lives in order to experience divine progress.Adeboye spoke on Day Two of the ongoing 2025 Holy Ghost Congress, with the theme “The God of All Flesh,” where he charged thousands of congregants to confront the causes of stagnation, setb
  
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