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• Panic as multiple explosions rock Auchi

  17-12-2025 22:10 via vanguardngr.com
  Multiple explosions on Wednesday rocked Auchi, the administrative headquarters of Etsako West Local Government Area in Edo.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) correspondent reports that multiple explosions occurred in three different areas of Auchi at about 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday.NAN observed that the first blast occurred along Igbei Road, the second at the Igbo Shade area near an AP filling station, while the third explosion occurred along the Auchi–Okene Road, close to Winners Junction.Pro
  
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• Lagos: Residents, traders lament as refuse swamp Ajegunle Market

  07-01-2026 20:15 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry ObettaTraders and residents of Boundary Market area, Ajegunle, Lagos, have decried the poor state of the environment saying that poor waste management practices have caused people to dump their refuse on roads.Read Also: Court orders interim forfeiture of Malami’s 57 properties worth N213bnThey also lamented the deplorable condition of the Ajegunle-Apapa Waterside canal, saying that the dumping of refuse and sewage in the canal had led to its contamination, making it to have foul
  
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• My reforms rescued organised labour from foreign influence, funding – Obasanjo

  07-01-2026 19:53 via vanguardngr.com
  —Says he told labour veteran Sunmonu to criticize him publicly after meeting secretly
  —I’ll be with labour till I die– Oshiomhole
  —Tax laws impose heavier burdens on workers, worsen excruciating poverty –Ajaero
  —As Falana urges current labour leaders to emulate Sunmonu’s leadership styleBy Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — Former President Olusegun Obasanjo said on Wednesday that the reforms he introduced as military head of state rescued the labou
  
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• Five killed as suspected herders attack Benue community during harvest

  07-01-2026 19:49 via vanguardngr.com
  By Peter Duru, MakurdiMAKURDI — Five farmers have been killed in their fields by suspected armed herders who attacked Udeku Maav-Ya community in Mbakyol Council Ward, Turan District of Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State, disrupting ongoing harvest activities in the border community.The attack, which reportedly occurred on Tuesday at about 4:00 p.m., left several others injured as residents were harvesting yams and bambara nuts, raising fresh concerns over food production and secu
  
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• 2027: ADC, not PDP, is the way forward — Atiku Camp

  07-01-2026 19:46 via vanguardngr.com
  *Says ADC open to discussions with other opposition parties, individualsBy Luminous JannamikeABUJA — The camp of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar says the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is open to working with other opposition parties and individuals ahead of the 2027 general elections, even as a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) moves to consult key opposition figures in a bid to reposition itself.The position was stated by Mazi Paul Ibe, Media Adviser to Atiku Abubaka
  
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• Gov Diri orders compulsory medical check-up on Bayelsa cabinet members

  07-01-2026 19:36 via vanguardngr.com
  Gov. Douye Diri of Bayelsa has directed the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Seiyefa Brisibe, to ensure that every member of the State Executive Council undergoes a compulsory medical check-up.Speaking during the first state executive council meeting in 2026 on Wednesday, Diri said that the directive became imperative in the light of the recent death of the deputy governor, Sen. Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.He said that as public officers with hectic schedules, it was necessary for them to undergo regula
  
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• List of N213.2bn worth of properties court ordered Malami to forfeit to FG

  07-01-2026 19:34 via vanguardngr.com
  The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the interim forfeiture of 57 properties with an estimated value of N213.2 billion to the Federal Government, following an application by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).Justice Emeka Nwite granted the order after an ex parte motion filed by EFCC counsel, Ekele Iheanacho, SAN. The properties are those under investigation and are reasonably suspected to be proceeds of unlawful activities linked to a former Attorney-General of the Fed
  
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• Forgiving N8trn NNPC debt despite audit queries is reckless — Obi

  07-01-2026 19:21 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA – Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has faulted the Federal Government’s approval of a nearly ₦8 trillion debt write-off for the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), warning that the decision reflects a growing culture of financial recklessness amid unresolved audit queries and worsening economic hardship for Nigerians.In a statement on Wednesday, the former governor raised concerns
  
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• Coalition to Tinubu: Redeploy Matawalle to insulate Defence ministry from politics

  07-01-2026 19:13 via vanguardngr.com
  By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: The Coalition of Nigeria Civil Societies Against Terrorism has urged President Bola Tinubu to insulate the Ministry of Defence from politics, urging him to redeploy the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle.According to the coalition, such a move would strengthen public confidence in the country’s ongoing war against terrorism.The Coalition, which stressed that it has nothing personal against Matawalle, said redeploying him to another ministry would not amou
  
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• Alleged rape: Chris Okafor challenges VDM, Doris, others to provide proof to Police

  07-01-2026 19:06 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry Ojelu & Deborah OladejiLAGOS—The legal team of Lagos-based cleric, Pastor Chris Okafor, has escalated the battle over allegations circulating against him on social media, challenging actress Doris Ogala, social media influencer Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), and other bloggers to submit concrete evidence to the Nigeria Police or face criminal prosecution.At a press briefing in Lagos on Wednesday counsel to the cleric, Ife Ajayi Ife Ajayi, Lead Par
  
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• Apapa Customs generates ₦2.93trn in 2025 as reforms boost revenue

  07-01-2026 19:02 via vanguardngr.com
  By Godwin OritseLAGOS — The Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service recorded ₦2.93 trillion in revenue in 2025, marking a 24.32 percent increase from the ₦2.357 trillion generated in 2024, consolidating its position as a leading revenue hub.In a statement signed by Isah Sulaiman, Chief Superintendent of Customs and Public Relations Officer, Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, attributed the growth to effective leadership, disciplined manpower, and t
  
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• Govs who defect should lose their seats – Moghalu

  07-01-2026 18:51 via vanguardngr.com
  By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: Governorship Candidate of the Labour Party LP in the last November election in Anambra state, Chief George Moghalu, has advocated that state governors who defect from their political parties to another should lose their seats, stating that their mandates should not be transferable to the new party.In an interview with Vanguard, Moghalu, a founding chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC said democracy is imperiled by such crass one-way defections.He said; &ld
  
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• Arsenal must win trophies to leave ‘legacy’ – Arteta

  07-01-2026 18:33 via vanguardngr.com
  Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said the Premier League leaders must win trophies if they were to be remembered like the “Invincibles” side that last won the title for the Gunners in 2004.Arsene Wenger’s side romped to the title 22 years ago without losing a single league game.Arsenal head into Thursday’s clash at home to reigning champions Liverpool with a six-point lead at the top of the table, although Manchester City and Aston Villa can cut that gap when they are in act
  
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• Gombe PDP lawmakers defect to APC

  07-01-2026 18:32 via vanguardngr.com
  Two Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lawmakers in the Gombe State House of Assembly have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), further strengthening the ruling party’s dominance.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Mr Gabriel Fushison and Mr Malon Nimrod-Yari were formally received into the APC by Gov. Inuwa Yahaya.Fushison represents Kaltungo West Constituency, while Nimrod-Yari represents Shongom Constituency in the Gombe State House of Assembly.They were led to the go
  
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• Lagos Fire Service debunks video alleging extra rescues at GNI building

  07-01-2026 18:23 via vanguardngr.com
  The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has debunked a viral video claiming that additional bodies were rescued alive during evacuation efforts at the Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) House fire in Lagos.The agency’s Controller General  Mrs Margaret Adeseye, refuted the claims in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos.She described the video as false and misleading, stressing that it does not reflect the situation at the scene of the incident.Adeseye said that the fire incident occurred on D
  
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• Kano NCoS arrests two suspects for attempting to smuggle drugs to inmates

  07-01-2026 18:23 via vanguardngr.com
  By Bashir BelloKANO — Operatives of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Kano State Command, have arrested two suspects, Usman Khalid and Bello Musa Ahmed, for attempting to smuggle illicit drugs and Indian hemp to inmates at the Nomansland Court Complex, Kano.The arrest was confirmed by the Command’s spokesperson, Musbahu Lawan, who said the suspects were apprehended by personnel attached to the Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC), Goron Dutse, while trying to throw the su
  
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• Young man ends life in Bayelsa community following alleged failed relationship

  07-01-2026 18:18 via vanguardngr.com
  By Samuel Oyadongha, YenagoaBAYELSA — A young man, identified only as Israel, tragically took his own life on Tuesday in Elebele community, Ogbia Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, following an alleged failed romantic relationship.Residents of the community described Israel as a calm and hardworking individual who had recently been struggling with emotional distress after a prolonged disagreement with his partner.Eyewitnesses said he had shown signs of withdrawal and sadness in the day
  
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• They are political travellers — Datti Baba-Ahmed throws jabs at LP defectors

  07-01-2026 17:54 via vanguardngr.com
  The vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general election, Dr Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has described former members of the party who have defected to other political platforms as “political travellers.”Baba-Ahmed made the remark on Wednesday while addressing party faithful at a rally held at the LP national headquarters in Abuja, where he also hinted at a possible presidential ambition on the party’s platform ahead of the 2027 elections.His comments
  
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• US will control Venezuelan oil sales ‘indefinitely’ – Energy secretary

  07-01-2026 17:35 via vanguardngr.com
  US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Wednesday that Washington will control sales of Venezuelan oil “indefinitely,” a day after President Donald Trump announced Venezuela’s interim leaders had agreed to US-managed marketing of 30-50 million barrels of crude.“We’re going to market the crude coming out of Venezuela, first this backed-up stored oil, and then indefinitely, going forward, we will sell the production that comes out of Venezuela into the marketplace,&rdq
  
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• US seizes Russian‑flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela after weeks‑long Atlantic pursuit

  07-01-2026 17:24 via vanguardngr.com
  The United States has seized a Russian‑flagged oil tanker with links to Venezuela after a weeks‑long pursuit across the Atlantic Ocean, in a move that underscores Washington’s enforcement of sanctions on Venezuelan oil shipments.The vessel, formerly known as Bella‑1 and later renamed Marinera, was intercepted in the North Atlantic under a U.S. federal court warrant for violating American sanctions, the U.S. European Command said in a social media post.The tanker had been
  
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• Super Eagles threaten to boycott Algeria match over unpaid bonuses

  07-01-2026 17:18 via vanguardngr.com
  Super Eagles players have threatened not to travel to Marrakech for their next Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) match against Algeria unless all outstanding winning bonuses are paid by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).
  A highly reliable source within the team disclosed this to Vanguard.According to the source, players and officials are reportedly still awaiting their bonus payments from the tournament.
  It was gathered that win bonuses for the four matches against Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, an
  
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• Breaking: Super Eagles threaten to boycott Algeria match over unpaid bonuses

  07-01-2026 17:18 via vanguardngr.com
  Super Eagles players have threatened not to travel to Marrakech for their next Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) match against Algeria unless all outstanding winning bonuses are paid by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).
  A highly reliable source within the team disclosed this to Vanguard.According to the source, players and officials are reportedly still awaiting their bonus payments from the tournament.
  Win bonuses for the four matches against Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, and Mozambique have yet
  
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• Trump says doubts ‘NATO would be there for us’ if needed

  07-01-2026 17:15 via vanguardngr.com
  US President Donald Trump, whose renewed threats to seize Greenland from NATO member Denmark have rattled the transatlantic alliance, said Wednesday he doubted allies would “be there for us if we really needed them.”“We will always be there for NATO, even if they won’t be there for us,” he wrote on his Truth Social platform, a day after the White House said it was not ruling out military intervention to acquire Greenland.In his post, Trump repeated his frequent ass
  
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• 8 high-income skills you should learn in 2026

  07-01-2026 17:08 via vanguardngr.com
  In today’s fast-changing job market, high-income technical skills are no longer limited to engineers or IT specialists. Many professionals now learn technical skills to improve performance in their current roles, increase earning potential or stay competitive across industries.
  Based on global workforce trends and employer demand, the skills below consistently command strong salaries and long-term relevance.1. Generative AI (GenAI)Generative AI is rapidly transforming how businesses opera
  
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• FG moves to end foreign dominance in shipping

  07-01-2026 17:02 via vanguardngr.com
  By Folarin Kehinde, AbujaThe Federal Government has reaffirmed its determination to end the long-standing dominance of foreign operators in Nigeria’s shipping industry by strengthening indigenous shipowners through targeted policies, regulatory support and improved access to maritime financing.The assurance came as the ministry highlighted far-reaching reforms and policy actions undertaken since Oyetola assumed office in August 2023, with 2025 described as a defining year for the sector.S
  
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• Nwifuru approves establishment of army training depot in Ebonyi

  07-01-2026 17:00 via vanguardngr.com
  By Jeff Agbodo, AbakalikiGovernor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has approved the establishment of a Nigerian Army Training Depot (NATD) in Amasiri community, Afikpo North Local Government Area, as part of efforts to tackle security challenges in the state.The announcement was made when the governor received a senior delegation of the Nigerian Army, led by Major General Oluremi Fadairo, General Officer Commanding, 82 Division, alongside stakeholders and traditional rulers from Afikpo.“Ou
  
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• Abia leaders pledge support for Tinubu, say Ndigbo will correct past mistakes in 2027

  07-01-2026 16:58 via vanguardngr.com
  By Gift ChapiOdekina, AbujaDeputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has received assurances from Abia State leaders that the Igbo will correct past electoral mistakes in 2027 and rally behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.Kalu received the pledges during a New Year courtesy visit to Senator Chris Adighije, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State on Tuesday evening.Senator Adig
  
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• Nigeria attracts $14bn in foreign investments in first nine months of 2025 – FMITI

  07-01-2026 16:52 via vanguardngr.com
  By Progress Godfrey, AbujaForeign investments into Nigeria surged in the first nine months of 2025, with combined Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI) and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) reaching nearly $14 billion, surpassing total inflows recorded for the entire 2024 and signalling a strong rebound in capital inflows.The recovery was largely driven by FPI, which rose to $12.99 billion, reflecting improved market sentiment. FDI also recorded a strong turnaround, expanding by 700 percent quarter-
  
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• Rivers PDP ex-chair raises concern over 2026 budget delay

  07-01-2026 16:41 via vanguardngr.com
  A former Caretaker Committee Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers, Nname Ewor, has expressed concern that the state lacks an appropriate budget for the 2026 fiscal year.Ewor raised the issue on Wednesday during a “thank you” visit by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to Ahoada East Local Government Area, stressing the urgency of budget approval for lawful governance.He explained that Gov. Siminalayi Fubara had yet to present the 2026 budget
  
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• PDP in crisis, can’t woo Peter Obi, says Obidient Movement

  07-01-2026 16:41 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA – The Obidient Movement has dismissed moves by a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to court former Anambra State governor and 2023 presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, insisting that the party’s unresolved internal crisis weakens any attempt to lure him back ahead of the 2027 general elections.The position was articulated by Dr. Tanko Yunusa, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, who spoke to Vanguard on Wednesday in Abuja while reac
  
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