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• Judge denies Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs push to delay trial

  18-04-2025 21:54 via vanguardngr.com
  The federal judge in the trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs for sex trafficking and other charges denied Friday the music mogul’s bid to delay his trial by two months, saying he had ample time to prepare.On Monday, the rapper and record producer pleaded not guilty to two new charges added to the criminal racketeering and sex trafficking case: one new charge of sex trafficking and one of transportation to engage in prostitution.Judge Arun Subramanian said that the blockbuster trial of
  
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• Emergency presidential power: Judicial minimalism as threat to Nigerian Federation and democracy

  24-12-2025 00:32 via vanguardngr.com
  By OLARINRE SALAKO“In federal democracies with weak legislatures and dominant executives, courts cannot rely on implicit guardrails where explicit constitutional safeguards exist.”Constitutions are not merely legal documents; they are moral covenants. They embody a people’s collective judgement about power—how it should be acquired, exercised, restrained, and relinquished. In federations especially, constitutions are acts of trust: trust that no arm of governme
  
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• Kannywood’s masquerades: Why reputation and digitalisation now matter

  24-12-2025 00:30 via vanguardngr.com
  By YUSHAU SHUAIBMany movie lovers celebrate actors and actresses whose faces dominate the screen, yet rarely pause to acknowledge the unseen hands that actually give life to a film. Behind every successful production are the masquerades of the industry—the faceless men and women who shape the scripts, mould the characters, secure locations, organise production, manage marketing, and ensure distribution. Without them, even the most talented actors would be shadows without substance.I
  
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• Arsenal reach League Cup semis with shoot-out win over Palace

  23-12-2025 23:44 via vanguardngr.com
  Kepa Arrizabalaga was Arsenal’s League Cup quarter-final hero with the decisive penalty shoot-out save that completed a miserable evening for Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix on Tuesday.Lacroix’s own goal put Arsenal ahead with 10 minutes left at the Emirates Stadium before Marc Guehi snatched Palace’s stoppage-time equaliser in the 1-1 draw.That set the stage for a shoot-out in which both teams scored their first seven penalties.William Saliba converted Arsenal’s
  
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• Turkish official says plane reported electrical failure before crash

  23-12-2025 23:42 via vanguardngr.com
  A private jet carrying the head of Libya’s armed forces requested emergency landing because of electrical failure before it crashed Tuesday, a senior Turkish official said.“A private jet carrying Libyan Chief of General Staff Mohammed al-Haddad, four members of his entourage and three crew members reported an emergency to the air traffic control centre due to an electrical failure, asking for an emergency landing,” Burhanettin Duran, head of the presidency’s communicatio
  
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• AFCON: Tunisia ease past Uganda 3-1 to go top of Group C

  23-12-2025 23:23 via vanguardngr.com
  Elias Achouri’s double helped Tunisia ease to a 3-1 win over Uganda in their opening game at the Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday.Ellyes Skhiri headed in an early opener and FC Copenhagen winger Achouri then scored twice either side of half-time in a game played in relentless rain in Rabat. Denis Omedi netted a late consolation for Uganda.The result leaves Tunisia on top of Group C after the opening round of matches, above Nigeria on goal difference following a 2-1 victory for the Super E
  
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• Libya’s top military chief killed in plane crash in Turkey

  23-12-2025 22:55 via vanguardngr.com
  Libya’s prime minister said the chief of staff of the country’s army and other military officials were killed in an airplane accident in Turkey on Tuesday after visiting Ankara.“It is with deep sadness and great sorrow that we learnt of the death of the Libyan army’s chief of general staff”, Mohammed al-Haddad, Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah said on his Facebook page.Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said his country’s gendarmerie had found the wreck
  
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• US denies visas to EU ex-commissioner, four others over tech rules

  23-12-2025 22:43 via vanguardngr.com
  The US State Department said Tuesday it would deny visas to a former EU commissioner and four others for seeking to “coerce” American social media platforms into censoring viewpoints they oppose.“These radical activists and weaponized NGOs have advanced censorship crackdowns by foreign states — in each case targeting American speakers and American companies,” the State Department said in a statement announcing the sanctions.
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• Fubara vows jobs for 50 children of fallen soldiers, donates ₦100m to their families

  23-12-2025 21:51 via vanguardngr.com
  By Daniel Abia
  Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has called for increased support for families of fallen and retired members of the Armed Forces, stressing that such support is necessary in recognition of their sacrifices for national unity and stability.The governor made the call during the Emblem Appeal Launch to mark the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day, held at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Tuesday.Governor Fubara described the theme, “Sacrifice and
  
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• US reacts to ambassadorial recall reports, says process routine

  23-12-2025 21:30 via vanguardngr.com
  By Favour UleborThe United States has reacted to reports claiming that its Ambassador to Nigeria has been recalled following recent diplomatic exchanges between both countries, saying any change in ambassadorial posting is a normal process and not linked to bilateral tensions.Responding to Vanguard on Tuesday night , a Senior State Department Official in Washington DC said, “Any change in Ambassador is a standard process in any administration. An ambassador is a personal representative of
  
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• Lagos deploys over 5,000 police personnel for Christmas, New Year security

  23-12-2025 21:28 via vanguardngr.com
  By Esther OnyegbulaThe Lagos State Police Command has rolled out robust security measures for the Christmas and New Year celebrations, deploying thousands of officers across the state to prevent crime, ensure free traffic flow and curb the rising incidence of fatal road accidents during the festive period.Acting in compliance with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, ordered the ma
  
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• Real Madrid’s Endrick joins Lyon on loan

  23-12-2025 21:22 via vanguardngr.com
  Real Madrid’s out-of-favour Brazilian starlet Endrick has joined Lyon on loan, the Ligue 1 club announced on Tuesday.“Olympique Lyonnais is delighted to welcome Endrick, who will join the professional squad from 29 December,” Lyon wrote in a statement on their website.The move comes just over six months out from the start of the 2026 World Cup, where the 19-year-old will be vying for a spot in coach Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil squad.In 14 appearances with the Brazil nationa
  
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• Court grants Malami interim bail, adjourns case

  23-12-2025 20:58 via vanguardngr.com
  By Haruna AliyuThe High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja Judicial Division, has granted interim bail to former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN, in a matter involving the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).The ruling was delivered on December 23, 2025, by Hon. Justice Bello Kawu while presiding over Motion No: M/17220/2025.According to the court order, the bail was granted on the same terms earlier considered by the EFCC, including the surrender
  
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• Jackson strikes twice as Senegal cruise to AFCON victory

  23-12-2025 20:36 via vanguardngr.com
  Bayern Munich striker Nicolas Jackson grabbed a brace as Senegal eased to a 3-0 victory over Botswana in the Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday.Jackson, on loan at the Bundesliga giants from Chelsea, struck either side of half-time in Tangier, with Cherif Ndiaye completing the scoring late on.The victory took Senegal to the top of the table in Group D on goal difference, ahead of the Democratic Republic of Congo, who beat Benin 1-0 in Rabat earlier.It was a predictable outcome to the first match
  
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• AFCON: Nigeria off to winning start, edge Tanzania 2-1

  23-12-2025 20:28 via vanguardngr.com
  Nigeria kicked off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON campaign with a slim 2-1 victory over Tanzania at the Stade de Fez, thanks to goals from Semi Ajayi and Ademola Lookman.The Super Eagles started strongly, with Victor Osimhen and Lookman causing early problems for the Tanzanian defence.
  Nigeria’s first real chance came in the 11th minute when Chukwueze’s corner found Akor Adams, whose shot was saved by the Tanzanian goalkeeper.
  Tanzania responded with long-range efforts, but
  
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• Lai Mohammed defends Twitter ban, says platform became ‘reckless’

  23-12-2025 19:53 via vanguardngr.com
  By Juliet UmehFormer Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has defended the Federal Government’s decision to suspend Twitter, now known as X, in Nigeria, insisting the move was necessitated by the platform’s “reckless” conduct and the threat it posed to national security.Mohammed said the suspension was not intended to silence dissenting voices but to curb the spread of fake news, hate speech and disinformation capable of undermining national unity an
  
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• Senate passes ₦43.5trn revised 2024 budget, extends 2025 fiscal year

  23-12-2025 19:39 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry Umoru, ABUJAThe Senate has approved a revised ₦43.561 trillion 2024 Appropriation Act and a reworked 2025 budget framework, following the passage of the Appropriation (Repeal and Re-enactment) Bills.The bills were considered at the Committee of Supply and plenary, and subsequently passed by voice vote. Senators described the exercise as a significant step toward restoring fiscal discipline and ensuring budget clarity.The development followed a letter from Senate President Godswil
  
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• 2027: We’ll rather die than be rigged out, Ugochinyere fumes

  23-12-2025 19:13 via vanguardngr.com
  By Emmanuel IheakaIMo State — Member of the House of Representatives for Ideato Federal Constituency, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, has vowed never to allow anyone to rig the forthcoming 2027 elections in his constituency.Ugochinyere spoke during a reception organised in his honour by residents of Ideato South Local Government Area on Tuesday. Originally scheduled to hold at Central School 2, Aforukwu, Isiekenezi, the event was relocated to the private residence of former Peoples Democratic Pa
  
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• LG autonomy key to tackling insecurity – Osun ALGON chair

  23-12-2025 19:09 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboOsogbo — The Chairman of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON) in Osun State, Mr. Abiodun Idowu, has said granting full autonomy to local governments will significantly help in addressing insecurity at the grassroots level.Speaking with newsmen on the rising cases of banditry and kidnapping in rural areas, the Ifedayo Council chairman stressed that empowering local authorities to deploy vigilantes for intelligence gathering is a more effective app
  
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• Samuel Udefia Emerges Winner of the 2nd Edition of the  National Automation Prize 2025 (NAP 2025) 

  23-12-2025 18:47 via vanguardngr.com
  Samuel Udefia has emerged as the overall winner of the Second Edition of the National  Automation Prize 2025, following a prestigious award ceremony held on Saturday, December  20, 2025, at the Vee Hotel, Port Harcourt. The National Automation Prize, organized by Advanxis Technologies and Process  Automation Ltd, is a flagship initiative established to recognize excellence, innovation, and  impactful contributions in Automation, control systems, programming and industri
  
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• Nasarawa Police CP orders statewide crackdown on criminal hideouts

  23-12-2025 18:34 via vanguardngr.com
  The Nasarawa State Commissioner of Police, Mr Shetima Jauro-Mohammed, has directed commanders of the force in the state to carry out raids on criminal hideouts in the state.The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Ramhan Nansel, disclosed this in a statement to newsmen on Tuesday in Lafia.According to the PPRO, the commissioner had met with Area, Squadron and Operational Commanders for a sustained raid on the hideouts.Nansel noted that the CP’s action followed the directive of the I
  
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• 2027: Tinubu is irreplaceable – Aiyedatiwa

  23-12-2025 18:33 via vanguardngr.com
  —Concluded tour of 18 council areas, receives key members from PDP, SDPBy Dayo Johnson AkureGovernor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo state has drummed support of President Bola Tinubu and described him to as irreplaceable in the 2027 election.Aiyedatiwa said this in Akure as he concluded his Thank-You tour to 18 council areas of the state.He called on the people across the country to rally behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in 2027, describing the President as irreplaceable.Aiy
  
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• AFCON ’25: Live Updates – Nigeria 2-1 Tanzania

  23-12-2025 18:31 via vanguardngr.com
  63’Tanzania make their first change as Msuva is replaced by John in attack.62’
  Masudi keeps Tanzania in the game! A brilliant move from Nigeria sees substitute Simon glide up the left wing and deliver a cross to Osimhen, who chests it down for Lookman. His shot, however, bounces off the ground and is tipped over the crossbar by the Tanzanian goalkeeper.The Super Eagles are looking much sharper in the second half.59’Lookman, the Nigerian goalscorer, is shown a yellow card for a
  
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• AFCON ’25: Live Updates – Nigeria 0-0 Tanzania

  23-12-2025 18:31 via vanguardngr.com
  15’A lightning-fast Super Eagles counter sees Lookman feed Osimhen, who fires over the near post just before the offside flag is belatedly raised.13’
  Danger for Nigeria as a well-placed cross from the right drifts just over Semi Ajayi’s head, and a follow-up effort from Msuva is comfortably held by Nwabali.11’
  So close for the Super Eagles! Chukwueze swings in a precise corner from the left, and Akor Adams rises to meet it, but his header crashes off the crossbar. A mass
  
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• AFCON ’25: Live Updates – FT: Nigeria 2-1 Tanzania

  23-12-2025 18:31 via vanguardngr.com
  Full Time: Nigeria 2-1 Tanzania90+1’Three minutes of added time have been announced. Nigeria edge closer to celebration, but Tanzania bring on Denis for M’Mombwa in a late push.89’
  Big chance for Tanzania! After Ndidi’s poor clearance, Hamad fires over, while earlier Bassey cleared a ball for a corner as John was poised to tap in at the far post.87’Osimhen is substituted off for Onuachu with under five minutes of regulation remaining.85’
  A promising attack fr
  
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• Reps repeal, reenact 2024, 2025 budgets, adjourn until Jan 27

  23-12-2025 18:26 via vanguardngr.com
  By Gift ChapiOdekinaAbuja — The House of Representatives on Tuesday approved the repeal and reenactment of the 2024 and 2025 appropriation bills, amounting to N43.561 trillion and N48.316 trillion, respectively. The House also adjourned for the Christmas and New Year holidays, resuming plenary on January 27, 2026.The bills were granted accelerated approval at the Committee of Supply presided over by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, following the presentation of reports by the Chairman of the House
  
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• New Epstein files dump contains multiple Trump references

  23-12-2025 18:12 via vanguardngr.com
  A new batch of Jeffrey Epstein files released on Tuesday contains numerous references to President Donald Trump, including documents detailing flights he took on his then friend’s private jet, and other mentions his Justice Department described as “untrue and sensationalist”.Read Also: ‘My marriage is over’ – Anita Joseph confirms split from husband MC FishThe latest release contains previously unseen material from the investigation into Epstein, a wealthy US
  
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• Nigeria XI vs Tanzania: Osimhen, Akor Adams pair in attack

  23-12-2025 17:59 via vanguardngr.com
  Nigeria kick off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON campaign today with a Group C clash against Tanzania in Fès, Morocco, as the Super Eagles begin another quest for continental glory.Head coach, Eric Chelle has named a strong starting XI, with Stanley Nwabali in goal, protected by a back four of Bright Osayi-Samuel, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey and Zaidu Sanusi.
  In midfield, Alex Iwobi teams up with Wilfred Ndidi to provide balance and control, while Samuel Chukwueze and Ademola Lookm
  
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• APC strengthens senate majority as two Rivers senators defect from PDP

  23-12-2025 17:59 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry UmoruAbuja — The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has further strengthened its hold in the Senate following the defection of two Rivers State Senators from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).Senators Barinada Mpigi and Onyesoh Alwell officially joined the APC on Monday, citing internal factionalism within the PDP, particularly at the national level, as their reason for leaving. Their defections were formalized through separate letters read during plenary by Senate President
  
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• Atiku, NBA sound alarm over alleged ‘treason’ in tax reform law, call for immediate suspension

  23-12-2025 17:54 via vanguardngr.com
  Abuja — Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) have raised serious concerns over alleged unconstitutional alterations to Nigeria’s recently enacted Tax Reform Acts, describing the developments as a brazen assault on the country’s democratic and legislative processes.In a press statement, Atiku called the illegal modifications “an act of treason against the Nigerian people,” accusing the executive branch of undermining legislativ
  
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