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• NDDC’s rapid drift from its core mandate: A cause for serious concern

  11-05-2025 02:05 via vanguardngr.com
  By Julius Timiebi The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) was established as an intervention agency to address the developmental challenges in the oil-rich Niger Delta. However, with the exception of only two individuals, most Managing Directors and Chairmen have unfortunately used the Commission’s resources as a springboard for their overreaching gubernatorial ambitions. From Timi Alaibe to Emmanuel Agwuarado, the late P.Z. Aginagha, and Nsima Ekere (as Managing Directors
  
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• How Shettima, Akpabio, Abbas rallied APC behind Tinubu; stressed legislative backing

  19-12-2025 21:14 via vanguardngr.com
  By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, AbujaAhead of the 2027 election, the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima; President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and the Speaker, House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, on Friday, rallied support for President Bola Tinubu. Read Also: Presidency’s mgt of Buhari’s burial stopped relatives, wives, grandchildren that filled Villa — AishaThe APC party leaders gave their support at the All Progressives Congress, APC, National Executive Committ
  
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• Presidency’s mgt of Buhari’s burial stopped relatives, wives, grandchildren that filled Villa — Aisha

  19-12-2025 21:03 via vanguardngr.com
  The former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, has revealed how her husband, Muhammadu Buhari’s relatives, their wives and grandchildren took over Aso Villa, but their intrusion was stopped by the State’s management of his burial.
  Read Also: Pneumonia, not cancer, was my husband’s last adversary — Aisha BuhariShe also said revealed the challenges of the former president’s last days, adding that pneumonia was her late husband’s ailment, and not the widely-publicised can
  
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• Pneumonia, not cancer, was my husband’s last adversary — Aisha Buhari

  19-12-2025 20:48 via vanguardngr.com
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruThe former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, has said pneumonia was her late husband’s ailment, and not the widely-publicised cancer – pulmonary lymphoma and/or leukemia.Read Also: Police withdrawal: ‘Some lawmakers may not go home today,’ Akpabio tells Tinubu
  Aisha’s revelation is in the book “From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari,” authored by Dr. Charles Omole.It also revealedthat the final days of President Buhari&r
  
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• Chase Morocco Prize on Easywin

  19-12-2025 20:38 via vanguardngr.com
  Your Ticket to AFCON 2025 Starts Here. AFCON 2025 is fast approaching, and Easywin Nigeria is raising the excitement with the exclusive Chase Morocco Prize on Easywin campaign. This standout leaderboard challenge puts football fans right at the heart of Africa’s biggest tournament, offering an all-expense-paid trip to Morocco to experience AFCON 2025 live. From the roar of the crowd to the intensity of every matchday, this is your chance to be part of football history.How the Challenge Wo
  
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• Police clarify legal basis for tinted glass policy, debunks NBA claims

  19-12-2025 20:35 via vanguardngr.com
  By: Kingsley OmonobiThe Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has reaffirmed the legality of its Motor Vehicle Tinted Glass Permit Policy, dismissing recent criticisms attributed to the President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mr. Afam Osigwe, as misleading and inaccurate.In a statement issued on Friday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin in Abuja , the Police said the policy is firmly rooted in law and aimed at safeguarding public safety and national security, not revenue
  
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• Trump refuses to rule out war with Venezuela

  19-12-2025 20:32 via vanguardngr.com
  President Donald Trump left the possibility of war with Venezuela on the table in an interview published Friday, after escalating the US pressure campaign on Caracas with an oil blockade.“I don’t rule it out, no,” Trump told NBC News in a phone interview on Thursday.Trump also declined to say whether he wants to oust Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Authoritarian leftist Maduro says Washington wants regime change in Caracas.“He knows exactly what I want,” Trump
  
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• LG autonomy: Tinubu threatens direct FAAC deductions, executive order

  19-12-2025 20:17 via vanguardngr.com
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruPresident Bola Tinubu on Friday, warned state governors that he may be forced to issue an Executive Order to enforce direct allocations to local governments if they fail to comply with a recent Supreme Court ruling affirming financial autonomy for Nigeria’s third tier of government.Tinubu gave the warning during the 15th National Executive Committee, NEC meeting of the All Progressives Congress, APC, at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja.President Tinubu had at
  
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• Man Utd can fight for Premier League title in next few years – Amorim

  19-12-2025 20:04 via vanguardngr.com
  Ruben Amorim believes Manchester United can win the Premier League far sooner than the 10 or 11 years that Alex Ferguson fears it could take.The Red Devils have failed to add to their 20 English league titles since the Scot bowed out as a champion in 2013.Ferguson recently told Press Box PR that he felt United are “now in the same situation” as Liverpool were when they went 30 years without winning the title.The club great said it “could be 10 years, 11 years” until the
  
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• Multiple budget implementation to end in March 2026 – Tinubu

  19-12-2025 19:35 via vanguardngr.com
  President Bola Tinubu has said that all multiple budget implementations would end in March 2026, and from April, Nigeria would operate on a single budget, backed by a single revenue cycle.Tinubu stated this on Friday when he presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill of N58.18 trillion to the joint session of the National Assembly.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the appropriation bill was christened “Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience and Shared Prosperity”.The pre
  
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• Detained Nigerian military aircraft, crew depart Burkina Faso

  19-12-2025 19:24 via vanguardngr.com
  By Favour Ulebor, AbujaThe Nigerian military aircraft and its 11 crew members earlier detained in Burkina Faso, have departed Bobo Dioulasso.Confirming the development, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr Kimiebi Ebienfa, in a message on Friday, said, “The Nigerian Military Aircraft and 11 Crew members have taken off from Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso few minutes ago. Bravo to the Embassy of Nigeria in Burkina Faso and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abuja.”The d
  
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• How Benue teacher was shot dead in confrontation with BSCPG Commander

  19-12-2025 19:18 via vanguardngr.com
  By Peter Duru, MakurdiA secondary school teacher identified as Simon Iorkase has been reportedly shot dead in Abaji-Kpav, Tordonga, Katsina-Ala Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State, following a tragic and avoidable confrontation involving the Ward Commander of the Benue State Civil Protection Guard (BSCPG).An eyewitness who spoke on condition of anonymity disclosed that the unfortunate incident occurred while the BSCPG Ward Commander was at his lawful duty post.According to him, the Comma
  
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• Detty December: People are investing more in concerts — Odunfa Damilare, Entertainment Executive

  19-12-2025 19:16 via vanguardngr.com
  From street jams to mega concerts, Detty December has grown into one of Africa’s most anticipated entertainment seasons.
  Odunfa Damilare, CEO BOSS CITY iNC who has been in the entertainment industry since 2015 speaks with Patrick Igwe on how the Lagos nightlife has evolved, what it means for artistes, and the work that goes on behind the scenes to deliver unforgettable experiences.You’ve been in the entertainment industry since 2015. From your perspective, how would you describe the
  
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• Woman sells 2-month-old baby for N1.5m in Delta

  19-12-2025 19:04 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ochuko Akuopha, AsabaOperatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested a woman who allegedly sold her two-month-old baby for the sum of N1.5 million.Read Also: What INEC told warring PDP factionsPolice Public Relations Officer of the State Command, Mr. Bright Edafe confirmed this in a statement on Friday.He said  a female, one Ughale, had on December 15, reported at the Ekpan Police Division that her two-month-old baby was snatched from her during a robbery incident while trans
  
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• 2026 budget: Nigeria’s economy still poses significant risks – Economist

  19-12-2025 19:01 via vanguardngr.com
  By John Alechenu
  An Abuja-based Economist and Public Affairs commentator, Chief Peter Ameh, has warned that Nigeria’s current fiscal trajectory still poses significant risks to long-term investor confidence.Ameh, who was responding to a question by Vanguard about the 2026 budget proposal presented by President Bola Tinubu to the National Assembly, on Friday, said the gap between figures reeled out and the reality on the ground called for concern.He said, “I sincerely call for seriou
  
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• Kano, Port Harcourt airports secure full NCAA certification

  19-12-2025 18:55 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dickson OmobolaNigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has granted full certification to Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano, and Obafemi Awolowo International Airport, Port Harcourt.Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, Mrs Olubunmi Kuku, said the certification of both airports reinforces confidence among airlines, assures passengers of FAAN’s commitment to world-class safety standards and enhances Nigeria’s standing within the global a
  
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• How 2026 budget compares with 2025’s

  19-12-2025 18:42 via vanguardngr.com
  Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief  & Progress GodfreyPresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2026 Appropriations Bill, themed, reflects a significant expansion in fiscal ambition compared with 2025, alongside a higher deficit financing and more conservative macroeconomic assumptions.Total projected expenditure for 2026 is pegged at ₦58.18 trillion, a sharp increase from ₦49.7 trillion in 2025, underscoring the administration’s push to consolidate reforms and sustain economic
  
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• Tips for building a more efficient and motivated workforce

  19-12-2025 18:32 via vanguardngr.com
  When you’re trying to keep your team motivated, sometimes you need to implement an entirely new system. Routines become monotonous quickly, and that can tank motivation. And if your processes are inefficient, you’ll see a dip in productivity.When you create a system that supports efficient workflows and smooth communication, people naturally perform better. With a little structure, recognition, and the right software applications, your team will be happier and will start producing b
  
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• ‘I’m sorry, Nigerians; will never do that again’ – Peller apologises

  19-12-2025 18:16 via vanguardngr.com
  Popular TikToker Peller has spoken publicly for the first time following his arrest and detention by the Lagos State Police Command over an incident involving reckless driving and an alleged attempted suicide.In a video message shared online, Peller apologised to Nigerians for his actions, saying, “I am sorry, Nigerians. Please, I’m sorry. I will never do that again. I’m very sorry, please. For now, I am on medication. Once I am done with my medication, I will be online.&rdquo
  
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• Ndidi named new Super Eagles captain

  19-12-2025 18:08 via vanguardngr.com
  The Super Eagles of Nigeria have appointed midfielder Wilfred Ndidi as its new captain.This followed the recent retirements of Ahmed Musa and William Troost-Ekong.Ndidi has been handed the armband after previously serving as stand-in captain on several occasions when both Musa and Troost-Ekong were unavailable.With the Kano Pillars general manager and the Al Khoolood defender now retired from international football, Ndidi has officially been entrusted with the leadership role.Speaking on the re
  
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• ‘No Mercy for Bandits’: Tinubu allocates N5.41trn to overhaul national security

  19-12-2025 18:01 via vanguardngr.com
  ABUJA – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a “zero-tolerance” war against violent non-state actors, unveiling a massive ₦5.41 trillion allocation for Defence and Security in the 2026 Appropriation Bill.Presenting the 2026 budget, themed “Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience and Shared Prosperity,” to a Joint Session of the National Assembly on Friday, the President announced a fundamental shift in Nigeria’s internal security strategy. Under
  
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• 2026 BUDGET: President Tinubu’s full speech

  19-12-2025 17:58 via vanguardngr.com
  2026 BUDGET SPEECH“BUDGET OF CONSOLIDATION, RENEWED RESILIENCE AND SHARED PROSPERITY”Presented by:His Excellency, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFRPresident, Federal Republic of Nigeria, At the Joint Session of the National Assembly, Abuja, Friday, 19 December 2025PROTOCOLSDistinguished Senate President,Rt. Honourable Speaker and Honourable Members of the House of Representatives,Distinguished Senators and Honourable Members of the National Assembly,Fellow Nigerians,1.I am here today
  
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• Morocco 2025: Super Eagles target fourth crown as biggest AFCON kicks off

  19-12-2025 17:48 via vanguardngr.com
  Nigeria’s arrival in Fés on Thursday evening, aboard a chartered flight from their final training camp in Cairo, signalled the reality of a stout challenge for a fourth continental title as the 35th Africa Cup of Nations finals commence in the Kingdom of Morocco on Sunday.Winners at home in 1980, and in Tunisia in 1994 and South Africa in 2013, the Super Eagles will launch their onslaught for another title against Tanzania’s Taifa Stars on Tuesday in the historical city of F&
  
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• Ondo magistrates, other judicial officers  to begin strike in January over judicial autonomy

  19-12-2025 17:45 via vanguardngr.com
  —- Says state govt paying lip service to autonomyBy Dayo Johnson, AkureThe Coalition of Magistrates, Presidents of Grade ‘A’ Customary Courts and Legal Research Officers across Ondo State, are to withdraw their services with effect from January 5, 2026.This was sequel to what they described as the “continued lip service by the State Executive to the issue of financial autonomy for the Judiciary.”According to them ” the lack of genuine implementation of judici
  
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• Top 10 African countries with largest economies in 2025

  19-12-2025 17:42 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabEvery nation survives on its economic strengths. In Africa, economic landscape continues to evolve, shaped by population growth, industrial expansion, natural resources and increasing digital innovation.In this article, the top 10 African countries with the largest economies in 2025 are highlighted. The ranking is based mainly on Gross Domestic Product (GDP), a key indicator used to measure the overall size and strength of an economy within a given year.These nations are not
  
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• Delta: Police nab woman for allegedly selling her baby

  19-12-2025 17:33 via vanguardngr.com
  The Police Command in Delta has arrested a female suspect over alleged selling of her two-months-old baby in the state.Spokesman for the command, SP Bright Edafe, disclosed this to newsmen on Friday in Warri.Edafe said that the suspect, who was the mother of the infant, allegedly staged the abduction of the baby.He said that the incident occurred on Monday within the Ekpan Link Road in Uvwie Local Government Area of the state.Edafe explained that shortly after the incident, the suspect reported
  
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• Nwaoboshi was a fearless voice for his people – Delta APC

  19-12-2025 17:22 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ochuko Akuopha, AsabaThe All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State has described the late former Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Senator Peter Nwaoboshi, as a committed party man and a fearless voice for his people.The party said his death marked the loss of a politician who remained actively engaged in the political and democratic life of the country until his final days.Reacting to the development, the State Chairman of the APC, Elder Omeni Sobotie, in a statemen
  
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• PANDEF backs Tinubu’s oil sector shake-up, urges FG to set up modular refinery Devt fund

  19-12-2025 17:09 via vanguardngr.com
  …Hails Appointment of Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as NUPRC CEO…Seeks Greater Niger Delta Stake, Environmental CleanupBy Henry Umoru, AbujaThe Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), the apex socio-political body of the South-South geopolitical zone, has thrown its weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing reforms in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, expressing confidence that the changes would be comprehensive and sustained.PANDEF said consistency in policy direction and leadership wa
  
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• Senator Peter Nwaoboshi is dead, Oborevwori mourns

  19-12-2025 16:51 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ochuko Akuopha, AsabaFormer Senator who represented Delta North Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi, is dead.Details surrounding his death were yet to be made public as of the time of filing this report.Reacting to the development, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the former lawmaker, describing his death as a great loss to Delta State, the Anioma nation and Nigeria as a whole.In a condolence
  
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• Breaking: Senator Peter Nwaoboshi is dead, Oborevwori mourns

  19-12-2025 16:51 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ochuko Akuopha, AsabaFormer Senator who represented Delta North Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi, is dead.Details surrounding his death were yet to be made public as of the time of filing this report.Reacting to the development, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the former lawmaker, describing his death as a great loss to Delta State, the Anioma nation and Nigeria as a whole.In a condolence
  
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