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• ‘Battalion-size’ escort for Seyi Tinubu, misallocation of state resources – Soyinka

  10-12-2025 13:24 via vanguardngr.com
  By Olasunkanmi AkoniAmid worsening insecurity and economic challenges across Nigeria, Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has condemned what he described as a “battalion-size” security escort around Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, saying it represents a gross misallocation of state resources.Soyinka made the remarks on Tuesday in Lagos at the 20th Wole Soyinka Awards for Investigative Reporting.He recalled stepping out of a hotel in Ikoyi and being confronted by a l
  
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• NAFDAC mops up Europharm products nationwide

  12-12-2025 18:36 via vanguardngr.com
  The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted healthcare providers and the general public to the nationwide mop-up of products by EUROPHARM Laboratories in Jos.The agency, on its X handle on Friday, said it started enforcement action against Europharm Laboratories, Eurolink Nigeria Ltd., located at Plot Pl., 7354, Anglo Jos, New Ind. Area, following credible intelligence and regulatory surveillance.It said investigations revealed that the company had been
  
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• China-Nigeria trade hits $20bn, envoy pushes education support

  12-12-2025 18:17 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dickson OmobolaConsul General of the People’s Republic of China in Lagos, Yan Yuqing, has disclosed that China–Nigeria trade volume rose to $20 billion in 2025.Yuqing said the growth in bilateral relations showed the need for China, through the Ogun–Guangdong Free Trade Zone, OGFTZ, to support education via the 2025 edition of its Annual Schools’ Quiz and Debate Competition, held at the Community Civic Centre, Igbesa.Speaking at the event, the envoy described the comp
  
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• Human Rights Day confab: Freedom of expression, future of Nigeria’s democracy – EU, FG, IDEA

  12-12-2025 18:11 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dapo AkinrefonAs stakeholders mark the 77th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the Federal Government, the European Union, and International, IDEA, have insisted that freedom of expression and access to information remain the bedrock of democratic societies and essential conditions for human dignity.The event, themed ‘Our Everyday Essentials: Freedom of Expression and Access to Information,’ formed the concluding activity of the 2025 16 Days of Activism Aga
  
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• Man Utd sweat on Africa Cup of Nations trio

  12-12-2025 18:05 via vanguardngr.com
  Ruben Amorim says Manchester United are still unsure about whether Bryan Mbeumo, Noussair Mazraoui and Amad Diallo can face Bournemouth on Monday before they depart for the Africa Cup of Nations.World governing body FIFA announced last week that the release period for the biennial championship “will be reduced by seven days and start on Monday, December 15, 2025”.United host Bournemouth that day and manager Amorim said he was still in the dark over the availability of his three play
  
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• Court dismisses Igboho’s N500m defamation suit against Gani Adams

  12-12-2025 18:04 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dapo AkinrefonAn Oyo State High Court in Ibadan has dismissed a case of alleged defamation brought before it by Yoruba nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, a.k.a Sunday Igboho, against the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams.In the case, with Suit No: I/406/2024, filed in 2024, Igboho prayed for an order compelling the defendant to pay N500 million as aggravated damages over a leaked audio conversation, which he claimed rubbished his reputation.Among other prayers, Igboho sought, &ldq
  
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• ‘Where is 2025 revenue?’ — Obi faults FG’s plan to borrow N17.9trn for 2026

  12-12-2025 18:00 via vanguardngr.com
  Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has criticised the Federal Government’s plan to borrow N17.89 trillion in 2026.The former governor of Anambra State described the move as fiscally reckless and unjustifiable amid “unprecedented hardship, insecurity, and unemployment.”His comments followed reports that the government intends to increase new borrowing from N10.42 trillion in 2025 to N17.89 trillion in 2026, amounting to 72 per cent rise in fres
  
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• ‘I had to return Tinubu’s favour,’ Fubara explains defection to APC

  12-12-2025 17:48 via vanguardngr.com
  Governor of Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has explained that he dumped the crisis-ridden Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, to return the favour President Bola Tinubu did in stabilising the state.Read Also: ‘Detty December’ kicks off in LagosFubara added that there was need to align the state with power at the centre – the Tinubu-led Federal Government.Governor Fubara gave the explanation during his reception by APC at the State G
  
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• Defections: Aso Rock ‘Weaponising’ development — PDP

  12-12-2025 17:44 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous Jannamike, AbujaABUJA — The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the Federal Government of turning development into a tool of political coercion, alleging that pressure on governors and elected officials to defect is fuelled by a system that rewards only those aligned with the ruling party.The opposition party warned that such “weaponisation” of development poses a grave threat to Nigeria’s democracy ahead of the 2027 general elections.PDP National Publ
  
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• Adeleke: Accord national chairman not suspended – Forum of State chairmen

  12-12-2025 17:39 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina Abubakar OsogboForum of Accord Party State Chairmen have discarded news making round that the National Chairman of the party, Mr. Maxwell Mgbudem, was suspended.The forum in a statement issued by its spokesperson and Chairman of Ogun Accord Party, Oke Rotimi and made available to newsmen in Osogbo by Osun chairman of the party, Pastor Victor Akande on Friday described the said suspension of the national chairman as fake news.He stated that the party stakeholders had earlier this month
  
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• Fubara completes APC registration, receives membership card amid tension with Rivers Assembly

  12-12-2025 17:36 via vanguardngr.com
  …as Wike remains silentBy Daniel Abia, Port HarcourtRivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Friday completed his registration with the All Progressives Congress (APC) and received his membership card, formally cementing his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The move positions him as the automatic leader of the APC in the state.Speaking at Government House, Port Harcourt, after receiving the card, Fubara said his decision to join the APC was driven by his commitment
  
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• Iran arrests Nobel Prize-winning activist Mohammadi

  12-12-2025 17:33 via vanguardngr.com
  Iranian security forces on Friday “violently” arrested the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi along with at least eight other activists at a memorial ceremony for a lawyer who died earlier this month, her supporters said.Mohammadi, who was granted temporary leave from prison in December 2024, was detained along with eight other activists at the ceremony for lawyer Khosrow Alikordi, who was found dead in his office last week, her foundation wrote on X.Those arrested at th
  
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• Tax Reforms: No one will touch money in your bank account — Oyedele assures Nigerians

  12-12-2025 17:28 via vanguardngr.com
  By Babajide KomolafeAmid rising public anxiety over the ongoing tax reforms, Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, yesterday dismissed fears that government plans to deduct money directly from bank accounts, insisting that such claims are “false, dangerous and capable of destabilising the economy.”Speaking during a media workshop on the new consolidated tax law, Oyedele said the warnings trending on social media were based on ignora
  
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• Court delivers judgment in NDLEA’s case against Abba Kyari

  12-12-2025 17:27 via vanguardngr.com
  The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Friday, fixed Feb. 26, 2026, for judgment in a case filed by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) against suspended DCP Abba Kyari.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the NDLEA is prosecuting Kyari, the former head of the Police Intelligence Response Team (IRT), and his two younger brothers on allegations bordering on non-disclosure of assets.Justice James Omotosho fixed the date after counsel for the NDLEA, Sunday Joseph, Kyari’s
  
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• Alaafin of Oyo hails Marwa, assures NDLEA of full support in fight against illicit drugs

  12-12-2025 17:25 via vanguardngr.com
  …as Marwa underscores critical role of traditional rulers in anti-drug campaignBy Kingsley OmonobiThe Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty Oba Abimbola Owoade, has pledged full support and collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in its ongoing battle against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking.The monarch gave the assurance during a courtesy visit to the NDLEA Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Brig.-Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), at the Agency’s
  
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• Dickson mourns Ewhrudjakpo: “A painful, irreplaceable loss”

  12-12-2025 17:22 via vanguardngr.com
  …calls late deputy governor his best menteeBy Samuel Oyadongha, YenagoaFormer Governor of Bayelsa State and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Seriake Dickson, has described the death of the state’s Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, as a painful and devastating loss, saying the late deputy governor was the best of his political mentees.In a statement on Friday, Dickson said Thursday, December 11 — the day Ewhrudjakpo died — would remain one of the saddest d
  
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• Lokpobiri mourns late Bayelsa deputy governor

  12-12-2025 17:21 via vanguardngr.com
  The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has expressed deep sadness over the passing of the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, His Excellency, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, Ph.D.In a statement issued on Sunday and signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Communications, Nneamaka Okafor, Senator Lokpobiri described the news as a profound loss to Bayelsa State, the Niger Delta region, and the nation.He praised the late Deputy Governor as a dedicated public
  
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• 7 ways to beat inflation and protect your pension in retirement

  12-12-2025 17:09 via vanguardngr.com
  Because rising prices diminish the value of every naira saved, inflation continues to be one of the most potent factors that can affect retirement income.Retirees who depend on fixed pensions or steady income streams may find it difficult to keep up with the rising costs of healthcare, housing, food and other necessities. It’s important to understand how inflation affects your finances because a number that looks adequate now could not be enough in 10 or 20 years.Below are seven (7) ways
  
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• Trump attack on Europe migration ‘disaster’ masks toughening policies

  12-12-2025 17:00 via vanguardngr.com
  For US President Donald Trump, speaking after the release of an American security strategy that warned Europe was on the verge of “civilisational erasure”, the continent’s immigration policy is a “disaster” that will result in many European countries no longer being “viable”.Speaking in a Politico interview published on Tuesday, Trump said Europe wants to be “politically correct and they don’t want to send them (migrants) back to where they
  
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• Bayelsa Govt declares three days mourning for late Deputy Governor

  12-12-2025 16:49 via vanguardngr.com
  The Bayelsa Government has declared three days of mourning for the late Deputy Governor, Sen. Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, beginning from Friday.This is contained in a statement signed  by the State Commissioner for Information, Orientation and Strategy, Hon. (Mrs.) Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai in Yenagoa on Friday.During the three working-day mourning, which commences on Friday, all flags are to fly at half-mast.The government officially announced the sudden death of the Deputy Governor, about 24 hours a
  
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• 2027: We’re concerned Atiku, Obi may not team up  —  ADC admits

  12-12-2025 16:33 via vanguardngr.com
  Bayo WahabMallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the spokesperson of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has acknowledged concerns over the presidential bid of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 general election.Speaking on Friday during an appearance on Arise TV’s The Morning Show, Abdullahi said the situation poses a challenge that worries the party.He, however, cautioned against describing the Atiku–Obi dynamic as
  
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• Don’t use secrets to harm the Church, pope tells spies

  12-12-2025 16:21 via vanguardngr.com
  Pope Leo XIV on Friday urged spy agencies around the world not to use confidential information as a weapon, including against the Catholic Church.The pontiff did not name any specific countries, but it is not uncommon for states to base anti-Catholic repression, including the confiscation of property or expulsion of religious figures, on information gleaned from intelligence agencies.“We must exercise rigorous vigilance to prevent confidential information from being used to intimidate, ma
  
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• Edo Broadcasting Services was nearly dead when we came in  —  Aledeh, MD

  12-12-2025 16:12 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ozioruva AliuSulaiman Aledeh was appointed the Managing Director of Edo Broadcasting Services (EBS) on November 25, 2024. One year after, Aledeh x-rays his sojourn so far and how Governor Monday Okpebholo gave him free hand to run the place, saying this has helped to transform it to a must-watch station in the state. Excerpts:How has it been heading the Edo Broadcasting Services (EBS) coming from the private sector into the public sector?I am happy you have put this in perspective, it has be
  
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• Top 10 countries in the world with best quality of roads

  12-12-2025 16:05 via vanguardngr.com
  By Patrick IgweRoad infrastructure remains one of the clearest indicators of a nation’s development, influencing everything from economic productivity to safety standards and the overall travel experience.Using the latest globally referenced Road Quality Index data, several countries continue to distinguish themselves with road networks that combine strong engineering, consistent maintenance, and long-term planning.These nations have built systems that support efficient transportation, re
  
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• FCCPC widens probe to curb ‘exploitative’ airfares on South-South, South-East routes

  12-12-2025 15:47 via vanguardngr.com
  By Progress Godfrey, AbujaThe Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has expanded its investigation into what it suspects may be exploitative airfare practices on key domestic routes, particularly those serving the South-South and South-East, as end of year travel picks up.The Commission said rising public complaints over sharp increases in ticket prices and what appears to be coordinated fare movements among some airlines prompted the widened review.The inquiry now focu
  
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• Maresca says ‘relaxed’ about Chelsea’s rough patch

  12-12-2025 15:20 via vanguardngr.com
  Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca said he was “completely relaxed” about his side’s dip in form as he seeks greater consistency ahead of Saturday’s home match against Everton.The Blues thumped Barcelona 3-0 in the Champions League on November 25 and earned an impressive 1-1 draw against Premier League leaders Arsenal days later.But they have not won since, losing at Leeds and Atalanta and drawing with Bournemouth.Chelsea boss Maresca was Friday named Premier League manager of
  
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• DisCos metered 187,000 new electricity consumers in two months – NERC

  12-12-2025 15:14 via vanguardngr.com
  The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) says that Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) metered more than 187,000 new consumers in September and October.The commission made this known in its latest Metering Fact Sheet released on its website in Abuja on Friday.According to the commission, the factsheet shows how DisCos are progressing in closing the country’s metering gap.The report showed that 80,943 customers were metered in September, while 106,822 new meters were i
  
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• No armed invasion of Lagos community, says police

  12-12-2025 15:03 via vanguardngr.com
  The Police Command in Lagos State has dismissed a report alleging that the Ajebo community near Agbowa, in the Ikorodu area of the state, was invaded by an armed group.The report had claimed that the group invaded the community, destroyed properties and injured residents while discharging firearms.In a statement on Friday, the command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola Adebisi, described the report as mischievous, untrue, and misleading.She said that the incident was a land dispute between two f
  
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• Why Sewer Line Repair Matters in Nigeria and What Homeowners Can Learn from Raleigh’s Industry Experts

  12-12-2025 14:48 via vanguardngr.com
  Photo courtesy of PexelsFrom Lagos to Abuja, Nigeria’s cities are expanding rapidly, and the pressure on aging sewer systems is growing just as fast. When a sewer line fails, the problem goes far beyond clogged drains. It can disrupt entire households, create health hazards, and damage property.Interestingly, many of the challenges Nigerian homeowners face are similar to issues seen in fast-growing U.S. cities like Raleigh, North Carolina. Companies such as Bizzy Bee Plumbing, a top-rated
  
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• Four National Honours In Four Years: Dr.Richard Nyong’s Legacy Of Impact Gains New National Spotlight

  12-12-2025 14:40 via vanguardngr.com
  In a moment that further cements his place among Nigeria’s most impactful private-sector leaders, Dr. Richard Nyong, Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON), Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Lekki Gardens Group, has received his fourth major national recognition in four consecutive years, marking another milestone in a career defined by enterprise, innovation, and nation-building.The latest honor, an Honorary Fellowship of the Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (FN/NIQS), was
  
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