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• Islamic Scholar Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi is dead

  27-11-2025 09:14 via vanguardngr.com
  A revered Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman-Bauchi, has passed away at the age of 98.Usman-Bauchi died in the early hours of Thursday at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi.Malam Ahmed Mohammed, a member of the family, confirmed the death on Thursday in Bauchi.He said the revered scholar was receiving visitors on Wednesday night before he was later taken to the hospital, where he died.Mohammed said the funeral prayer would be held on Friday, Nov. 28, in Bauchi in
  
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• The Color of the Year 2026 has arrived in Nigeria: itel in partnership with Pantone unveils the the Cloud Dancer

  06-01-2026 14:37 via vanguardngr.com
  itel, a global tech empowerment brand, today joined forces with Pantone®, the global color authority and provider of professional color language standards and digital solutions for the design community, announcing its limited-edition collection featuring the Pantone Color of the Year 2026, PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer. Fresh, clean, stylish, and full of life, Cloud Dancer is the color everyone will be talking about this year. And now, thanks to itel, it’s not just on global
  
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• Lassa fever: Nigeria recorded 206 deaths in 2025 – NCDC

  06-01-2026 14:37 via vanguardngr.com
  … Worry over rise in death rate despite drop in new cases
  … Bauchi, Edo, Taraba bear 88% burden
  By Chioma ObinnaThe Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, on Tuesday raised the alarm that despite a slight decline in new Lassa fever infections, the disease continues to claim more lives, with a worrying rise in fatalities across the country.
  The NCDC disclosed that a total of 206 deaths were recorded from 1,119 confirmed cases out of 9,270 suspected cases in 2025.
  
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• Breast cancer: Personalised screening better than annual mammograms’ — Study

  06-01-2026 14:29 via vanguardngr.com
  By Sola OgundipeBreast cancer screening may be on the brink of a major transformation, with new evidence suggesting that a woman’s individual risk, rather than her age,  should determine how often she is checked.  A landmark study involving 46,000 women has found that tailoring screening frequency to personal risk levels can be both safer and more effective than routine annual mammograms. The findings come from the first phase of the WISDOM study, coordinated by t
  
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• Pope Leo XIV urges global leaders to reject violence, embrace peace

  06-01-2026 14:22 via vanguardngr.com
  By Chidi NkwoparaOWERRI — The Catholic Pontiff, Pope Leo XIV, has called on political leaders worldwide to uphold peace and stop justifying violence, warning that the unchecked pursuit of military power deepens global instability.The pontiff made the remarks in a message commemorating this year’s World Day of Peace. He described justice and human dignity as being at “an alarming risk amid global power imbalances.”“In today’s world, how can we live amid destab
  
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• Opposition leader Machado plans return to Venezuela ‘as soon as possible’

  06-01-2026 14:22 via vanguardngr.com
  Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said Monday she plans to return home “as soon as possible,” and rejected the authority of the interim president who has replaced Nicolas Maduro in Caracas.Nobel Peace Prize winner Machado was speaking to US broadcaster Fox News, her first public comments beyond a social media post since the US military forcibly removed Maduro from power on Saturday.“I’m planning to go back to Venezuela as soon as possible,” Machado
  
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• Trump: Which countries could be next after Venezuela?

  06-01-2026 14:09 via vanguardngr.com
  US President Donald Trump’s second term is rapidly taking shape around an assertive and controversial foreign policy agenda, with the dramatic US operation in Venezuela serving as its clearest signal yet.Trump followed through on long-standing threats against Caracas by ordering the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a daring overnight raid on their heavily fortified residence.
  In justifying the action, Trump revived the 1823 Monroe Doctrine—recast
  
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• APC e-registration drive signals resolve to remain dominant, disciplined party — Lagos Spokesman

  06-01-2026 14:04 via vanguardngr.com
  By Olasunkanmi AkoniThe Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has said its ongoing electronic registration of members reflects the party’s determination to remain disciplined, progressive and electorally dominant in Nigeria’s evolving democratic landscape.The Lagos State APC spokesman, Mr Seye Oladejo, stated this in a statement issued on Tuesday, explaining that the e-registration exercise is designed to strengthen internal democracy and modernise party adminis
  
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• US military action in Venezuela morally right – Kemi Badenoch

  06-01-2026 13:49 via vanguardngr.com
  UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has said the recent US military action in Venezuela was morally justified, even though she questioned its legal basis of the action.Badenoch made the remarks during interviews with the BBC, where she said she did not fully understand the legal framework underpinning former US President Donald Trump’s operation to remove Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power. However, she argued that Maduro presided over a repressive government and
  
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• India: Peter Obi raises alarm over Nigeria’s economic decline

  06-01-2026 13:49 via vanguardngr.com
  …as India Emerges World’s Fourth-Largest EconomyBy Vincent UjumaduFormer Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, has expressed concern over Nigeria’s deteriorating economic situation, citing India’s recent emergence as the world’s fourth-largest economy as a stark contrast to Nigeria’s declining fortunes.Reacting to reports that India has overtaken Japan in nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Obi said the development highlights Nigeria’s f
  
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• Nigeria burns while presidency defends lunch photos in Paris — Atiku

  06-01-2026 13:41 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous Jannamike, ABUJAFormer Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the Presidency over what he described as misplaced priorities, accusing it of focusing on defending photographs of President Bola Tinubu’s meals in Paris at a time Nigeria is battling hunger, insecurity and economic hardship.The criticism was contained in a statement signed by Phrank Shaibu, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication to Atiku Abubakar, in which the former Vice President faulted the Presi
  
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• Maduro: Trump has behaved like a cowboy – Prof Akinyemi

  06-01-2026 13:40 via vanguardngr.com
  By Olasunkanmi AkoniFormer Minister of Foreign Affairs Professor Bolaji Akinyemi has said that United States President, Donald Trump has acted like a ‘cowboy’ for arresting and exposing Nicolas Maduro the President of Venezuela to the camera with handcuffs.The Octogenarian former Minister who clocked 84 few days ago, during an interview on Arise Television Morning Show, on Tuesday, said Trump is acting like a policeman of the world.Akinyemi, noted that though, the former President o
  
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• 7 clever ways to stretch your money until January payday

  06-01-2026 13:30 via vanguardngr.com
  As the holidays draw to a close, many people are facing the prospect of a long month without a salary.Every year, you receive your paycheck early in December but don’t get paid again until the end of January. If you’re not ready, this might be a difficult period.Hence, it might be intimidating to deal with the difficult month of January until the paychecks arrive at the end of the month.However, you can extend the life of your money in January with a little preparation and budgeting
  
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• Wike declares total support for Tinubu as Rivers power struggle deepens

  06-01-2026 13:19 via vanguardngr.com
  The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed his unwavering support for President Bola Tinubu, declaring that his political base in Rivers State remains firmly aligned with the President.Wike made the declaration on Tuesday in a post on X while outlining his ongoing tour of local government areas (LGAs) in Rivers State. He said that following visits to Oyigbo and Ogu-Bolo LGAs, he was scheduled to continue his consultations in Akuku-Toru and Degema LGAs.&ldqu
  
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• Peter Obi politically stranded, ADC won’t give him presidential, VP ticket – Bwala

  06-01-2026 13:14 via vanguardngr.com
  Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has said that former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, will neither emerge as the presidential nor vice-presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC.Read Also: Why I joined ADC – Peter ObiBwala described Obi as politically stranded.He made the claim during an interview on The Clarity Zone Podcast, where he argued that Obi lacks the political capacity to lead or coordinate any coalition movem
  
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• Obi will contest on a different platform, not ADC – Bwala

  06-01-2026 13:14 via vanguardngr.com
  …Says, ADC will deny him Presidential, VP ticketsDaniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has said that former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, will neither emerge as the presidential nor vice-presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).Bwala made the claim during an interview on The Clarity Zone Podcast, where he argued that Obi lacks the political capacity to lead or coordinate any coalition movement, including serving as dir
  
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• Lagos Assembly promises more people-oriented laws in 2026

  06-01-2026 13:12 via vanguardngr.com
  The Lagos State House of Assembly says it is committed to making  people-oriented laws to promote good governance and accelerated development in the state.The Chairman, House of Assembly Committee on Information, Security and Strategy, Mr Stephen Ogundipe, made the commitment in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos on Tuesday.Ogundipe, representing Oshodi-Isolo Constituency 1, said 2025 was an eventual year for the House and that the assembly,  under the leaders
  
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• AFCON 2025: Chelle urges focus after big win against Mozambique

  06-01-2026 13:01 via vanguardngr.com
  Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle expressed delight after Nigeria’s 4-0 victory, describing it as a clear statement of intent at the tournament.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Nigeria mowed down Mozambique with a masterclass performance underpinned by purpose, direction, urgency, and clinical delivery in Fès on Monday.Victor Osimhen, winning his 50th cap for Nigeria at senior level, grabbed a brace, while Ademola Lookman and Akor Adams scored one each to ensure the
  
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• NDLEA arrests 1,018 suspects, seizes 2.4 tonnes of illicit drugs in Katsina

  06-01-2026 12:59 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ogalah IbrahimThe Katsina State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested 1,018 suspects and seized more than 2.4 tonnes of illicit drugs across the state in 2025.The State Commander, Mr Samaila Danmalam, disclosed this on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, during the command’s end-of-year press briefing in Katsina.Danmalam said the arrests and seizures were achieved through intelligence-led raids and patrols conducted across various parts of the state, aimed at d
  
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• US operation in Venezuela undermined international law – UN

  06-01-2026 12:37 via vanguardngr.com
  The United Nations voiced deep concern Tuesday over the dramatic US operation in Venezuela, warning that it clearly “undermined a fundamental principle of international law”.“States must not threaten or use force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state,” Ravina Shamdasani, spokeswoman for the UN rights office, told reporters in Geneva.Her comments came after Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were forcibly taken
  
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• Gov Yusuf not Kwankwaso is our national leader – NNPP chieftain

  06-01-2026 12:26 via vanguardngr.com
  Alhaji Sani Danmasani, the National Vice Chairman, Northwest, of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), says Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano State is the party’s leader and not Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso.Danmasani, in a statement on Tuesday, said the Kano state governor, by the constitution of the NNPP, is its leader, being the only governor of the party.The NNPP chieftain noted that Kwankwaso was the 2023 presidential candidate of the NNPP, an arrangement that was terminated after the election, followi
  
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• From Academic Setback to Global Scientific Leadership: The Journey of IAAM Scientist Fellow, Prof. Adewale O. Adeloye

  06-01-2026 12:19 via vanguardngr.com
  Nigeria Celebrates a Global Scientific AchievementNIGERIA — Nigeria’s scientific community is celebrating a landmark achievement as Professor Adewale Olufunsho Adeloye has been awarded the prestigious IAAM Scientist Fellow Medal by the International Association of Advanced Materials (IAAM) in Stockholm, Sweden.The recognition followed his presentation at the 65th IAAM World Congress (August 18–20, 2025), where he delivered a paper titled:“Harnessing Functional Fused Arom
  
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• ‘It was just competitive mindset’ – Ndidi speaks on Osimhen, Lookman clash

  06-01-2026 12:15 via vanguardngr.com
  Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has dismissed talk of a rift between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, describing their on-field Monday night disagreement as a product of shared competitiveness rather than personal conflict.Ndidi addressed the issue while speaking to ESPN after the 4-0 victory against Mozambique at AFCON 2025, explaining that the moment reflected two driven players demanding more from themselves and the team.“It was just a competitive mindset. We wanted more, and tha
  
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• Venezuela’s deposed Maduro insists he’s still president

  06-01-2026 12:08 via vanguardngr.com
  Ousted Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro pleaded not guilty to drug trafficking and other charges at a defiant appearance in a New York court Monday, two days after being snatched by US forces in a stunning raid on his home in Caracas.Maduro, 63, told a federal judge in Manhattan “I’m innocent. I’m not guilty.”Smiling as he entered the courtroom and wearing an orange shirt with beige trousers, Maduro spoke softly.“I’m president of the Republic of Venezuela
  
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• US Justice Dept says millions of Epstein files still not released

  06-01-2026 12:02 via vanguardngr.com
  The US Department of Justice said Monday it is still reviewing more than two million documents potentially related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein as it pushed more than two weeks past a deadline to release all files connected to him.The department began releasing documents from the decades-long investigation into the late disgraced financier last month, but failed to meet the December 19 deadline mandated under the Epstein Files Transparency Act.In a letter Monday to a federal judge,
  
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• Protest rocks Akure Stadium over appointment of acting GM

  06-01-2026 12:01 via vanguardngr.com
  Activities were disrupted on Tuesday at the Ondo State Sports Complex, Akure, as sports stakeholders protested the appointment of Mrs Evelyn Lebi as Acting General Manager of the Ondo State Sports Council.The protesters, comprising sports union leaders, coaches and athletes, said the appointment would not advance sports development in the state.Coach Fisayo Bello, Coordinating Chairman of the Amalgamated Union of Public Corporations, Civil Service Technical and Recreational Services Employees (
  
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• Chelsea announce appointment of Liam Rosenior as new head coach

  06-01-2026 11:55 via vanguardngr.com
  Premier League giants Chelsea on Tuesday announced the appointment of Strasbourg boss Liam Rosenior as their new head coach to replace Enzo Maresca.The Englishman, who has signed a contract until 2032, said in a club statement that he was “extremely humbled and honoured to be appointed”.“This is a club with a unique spirit and a proud history of winning trophies,” he added. “My job is to protect that identity and create a team that reflects these values in every ga
  
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• Flood kills 16, displaces hundreds in Indonesia

  06-01-2026 11:47 via vanguardngr.com
  Torrential rains battered Indonesia’s Siau island, causing a flash flood that killed at least 16 people, with another three missing, authorities said Tuesday.An overflowing river flooded four towns on the small island north of Sulawesi on Monday, the national disaster mitigation agency said in a statement.“Sixteen people have been reported dead due to the flash flood,” agency spokesman Abdul Muhari said, adding that teams were searching for the three missing.He said 22 people
  
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• Tiwa Savage warns X influencer to leave her son out of online commentary

  06-01-2026 11:41 via vanguardngr.com
  Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has issued a public warning to an X (formerly Twitter) influencer identified as Dami Foreign, cautioning him against involving her son, Jamil Balogun, in his online commentary.The warning followed a post by the influencer that referenced the singer’s child. In the post, Dami Foreign wrote: “Omo, why’s Tiwa Savage son frowning?”
  The comment prompted an immediate response from the award-winning artiste, who described the reference as crossing the
  
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• Yobe Tragedy: Boat deaths a system failure, not accidents — Obi

  06-01-2026 11:18 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous Jannamike, ABUJAFormer Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has expressed deep sorrow over the boat mishap in Yobe State that claimed 29 lives, with many others still missing, describing the incident as part of a recurring national failure to protect lives on Nigeria’s waterways.In a statement on Tuesday, Obi said the Yobe tragedy came just days after a similar boat mishap in Lagos State that resulted in the death of six young people, warning that such incidents have become dist
  
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