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• US designation of Nigeria as CPC: It’s consequence of incompetence — Obi

  03-11-2025 19:26 via vanguardngr.com
  THE 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, PDP, Mr Peter Obi, Monday, said the designation of Nigeria as Country of Particular Concerns, CPC, is a consequence of a lack of competent and committed leadership, as well as poor, prudent deployment of available resources.Obi, who took to his X handle, said: “The recent pronouncement by the US government declaring Nigeria a ‘Country of Particular Concern’ (CPC) and indicating possible military action should give every well
  
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• Palmer strikes as Chelsea return to winning ways against Everton

  13-12-2025 18:19 via vanguardngr.com
  Cole Palmer returned with a much-needed goal as Chelsea beat Everton 2-0 in the Premier League on Saturday to end a run of four games without a win in all competitions.Victory at Stamford Bridge lifted Chelsea back into the top four.Injury-plagued attacking midfielder Cole missed Chelsea’s loss away to Atalanta in the Champions League on Tuesday as part of his recovery from a two-month spell on the sidelines.Palmer was initially troubled by a groin problem and then fractured his toe after
  
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• Osun 2026: Adebayo emerges APM gov candidate

  13-12-2025 18:11 via vanguardngr.com
  The Allied Peoples Movement, APM, has picked Adewale Adebayo as its governorship candidate for the 2026 governorship election in Osun State.The real estate developer emerged after he was ratified as the sole candidate of the party at the primary election held at the Secretariat in Osogbo on Saturday.The APM Primary committee chair, Babarinde said, “The mode of primary adopted for today’s exercise is affirmation of the consensus candidate which Hon. Adewale Adebayo emerged as the par
  
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• ‘This isn’t politics, you never met bail conditions’ — EFCC slams Malami

  13-12-2025 17:55 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA — The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has pushed back strongly against claims by former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, that his bail was revoked over his attendance at a political gathering in Kebbi State, insisting the matter has nothing to do with politics but everything to do with unmet bail conditions.In a detailed rebuttal issued on Saturday, the anti-graft agency said Malami’s continu
  
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• Why Wike’s 58th birthday has Abuja talking

  13-12-2025 17:35 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA – Top political figures from across Nigeria gathered shortly after midnight on Saturday to mark the 58th birthday of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, in an unusual show of political convergence that has continued to dominate conversations in Abuja.The early-hours gathering drew influential actors from within and beyond the South-South geopolitical zone, a turnout that quietly reinforced Wike’s enduring relevance and his abi
  
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• London police says will not probe former Prince Andrew over Giuffre allegation

  13-12-2025 17:29 via vanguardngr.com
  London’s Met Police said on Saturday it had decided not to launch a criminal investigation into allegations that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, brother of King Charles III, asked his taxpayer-funded bodyguard to investigate his accuser Virginia Giuffre.In a historic decision, Charles in October stripped the former Prince Andrew, 65, of his titles over his involvement in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.The claim that he asked an officer in 2011 to dig up dirt on Giuffre, his main accuser, for a s
  
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• EFCC vs Malami: ADC cries foul, alleges political motives

  13-12-2025 17:01 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous Jannamike, ABUJAThe African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of turning law enforcement into a political tool following the revocation of bail earlier granted to former Attorney-General of the Federation Mallam Abubakar Malami, SAN.The party said the decision appeared less about justice and more about politics, arguing that the timing of the bail revocation raised serious concerns about the EFCC’s motives.According to th
  
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• Why we visited Obasanjo in Abeokuta – PDP’s Turaki

  13-12-2025 16:31 via vanguardngr.com
  …says we’re battle-ready to take over power in 2027By James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaThe National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Tanimu Turaki, alongside other leaders of the party, on Saturday, paid a visit to former President Olusegun Obasanjo at his penthouse residence, located within the premises of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Abeokuta, Ogun State capital.Others in the entourage of the PDP National Chairman include former governor of Niger State, Baba
  
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• ECOWAS reaffirms commitment to regional stability, integration

  13-12-2025 15:48 via vanguardngr.com
  The ECOWAS Council of Ministers has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring regional stability and integration in the region.The Council made this known at the end of its 95th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers held between Dec. 10 and Dec. 12, in Abuja.Amb. Timothy Kabba, Chair of the Ministerial Council and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sierra Leone, expressed the council’s commitment to strengthening regional peace, security, and economic integration.He also commended M
  
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• ‘Never again’ — Benin demonstrators slam coup attempt

  13-12-2025 15:31 via vanguardngr.com
  Hundreds of mainly young people gathered in Benin’s capital Cotonou on Saturday to decry last Sunday’s abortive coup.Participants waving national flags and with raised fists brandished slogans such as “Never Again” as they demanded peace, stability and respect for constitutional order.“We are attached to a certain kind of democracy, which means power has to be won through elections,” said Youssouf Issa, an entrepreneur who will stand in legislatives polls sla
  
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• ‘Never again’ — Benin demo slams coup attempt

  13-12-2025 15:31 via vanguardngr.com
  Hundreds of mainly young people gathered in Benin’s capital Cotonou on Saturday to decry last Sunday’s abortive coup.Participants waving national flags and with raised fists brandished slogans such as “Never Again” as they demanded peace, stability and respect for constitutional order.“We are attached to a certain kind of democracy, which means power has to be won through elections,” said Youssouf Issa, an entrepreneur who will stand in legislatives polls sla
  
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• Detty December: Go home, see your aged parents and siblings – Noble Igwe tells Nigerians

  13-12-2025 15:21 via vanguardngr.com
  Media personality and fashion entrepreneur Noble Igwe has urged Nigerians to look beyond the parties and luxury that often define Detty December and focus instead on reconnecting with family.In a message, Igwe encouraged people to return home during the Christmas season to spend quality time with their parents, siblings, and loved ones, stressing that memories matter more than money.In a tweet, Igwe said, “Go home, see your aged parents, see your siblings and spend time with loved ones du
  
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• Mbappe back for Alonso’s depleted Real Madrid

  13-12-2025 14:52 via vanguardngr.com
  Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said Kylian Mbappe is fit to play on Sunday against Alaves in La Liga, as his depleted team bid to turn around a run of bad results.Mbappe missed the Champions League defeat by Manchester City on Wednesday which left Madrid with just two wins in their last eight games and Alonso at risk of the sack.“We’ve got Kylian back, he’s ready to play, and tomorrow we’ll see and decide (if he starts), that’s good news obviously,” Alonso sai
  
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• Wike celebrates 58th birthday, says no regret supporting Tinubu

  13-12-2025 14:27 via vanguardngr.com
  By Omeiza Ajayi, ABUJAThe Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has again declared that he has no regrets about openly supporting President Bola Tinubu since 2022, insisting that criticisms and abuses over his political stance have never bothered him.Wike spoke in Abuja during a special event held in the early hours of Saturday to mark his 58th birth anniversary.In a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, the ministe
  
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• Oyebamiji emerges APC Osun governorship candidate

  13-12-2025 14:20 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboThe immediate past Chairman of Nigeria Inland Waterways Authority, NIWA, Mr Bola Oyebamiji, has emerged as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for next year’s governorship election in Osun State.Oyebamiji emerged after he was affirmed by the 1,660 delegates, having been nominated by one of the aspirants, Mr Kunle Adegoke, SAN, and seconded by another aspirant, Senator Babajide Omoworare.Thereafter, the Chairman of the primary election committee, G
  
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• Just in: Oyebamiji emerges APC Osun governorship candidate

  13-12-2025 14:20 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboThe immediate past Chairman of Nigeria Inland Waterways Authority, NIWA, Mr Bola Oyebamiji, has emerged as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for next year’s governorship election in Osun State.Oyebamiji emerged after he was affirmed by the 1,660 delegates, having been nominated by one of the aspirants, Mr Kunle Adegoke, SAN, and seconded by another aspirant, Senator Babajide Omoworare.Thereafter, the Chairman of the primary election committee, G
  
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• Redmont Luxentis Review 2025: Scam or Legit? – Truth!

  13-12-2025 14:13 via vanguardngr.com
  With so many crypto platforms competing for your attention, finding the right one for your unique style and goals is no simple task. This review simplifies the search by providing a focused analysis of the trending Redmont Luxentis trading system. Engineered from the outset to empower both newcomers and experienced traders, Redmont Luxentis offers a unified yet versatile environment. Delve into our detailed examination to uncover its full potential, key tools, and overall fit, so you can procee
  
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• Turaki leads PDP leaders on visit to Obasanjo

  13-12-2025 14:03 via vanguardngr.com
  A factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Taminu Turaki, on Saturday led a delegation of party leaders on a visit to former President Olusegun Obasanjo at his residence in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital.According to Tribune, the delegation included former Niger State governor Babangida Aliyu, PDP Deputy National Chairman Taofeek Arapaja, former Plateau State governor Jonah Jang, and Ambassador Folake Marcus-Bello, among others. They were received by the Ogun State C
  
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• Nile University Holds 4th Medical Attestation Ceremony, Inducts New Set of Medical Doctors

  13-12-2025 13:38 via vanguardngr.com
  Nile University of Nigeria held its 4th Medical Attestation Ceremony, a significant and deeply symbolic event marking the formal induction of its newest MBBS graduates into the medical profession. The ceremony, which was attended by top government functionaries, senior medical practitioners, faculty members, proud parents, and students, celebrated the transition of the 4th cohort of Nile University medical graduates from training to practice.In his welcome address, Vice-Chancellor of Nile Unive
  
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• Borno LG Polls: Massive voter turnout, peaceful conduct, says Dalori

  13-12-2025 13:14 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ndahi Marama, MaiduguriThe Deputy National Chairman (DNC) North of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori has expressed satisfaction with the impressive voter turnout witnessed during the Borno State local government elections on Saturday 13th December, 2025, describing it as a clear sign of public trust in the democratic process, rule of law and grassroots inclusivity.The APC Chieftain commended the orderly conduct of voters across the state and praised their commi
  
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• Roads to success, failure look alike, KWASU VC advises graduating students

  13-12-2025 13:12 via vanguardngr.com
  By Demola Akinyemi IlorinThe Vice Chancellor of Kwara State University, Malete, Professor Shaykh-Luqman Alade Jimoh, has charged the graduating students of 2024/2025 to be optimistic, hopeful and confident, stressing that the road to success and the one to failure look alike.The Vice Chancellor who said this in his address during the convocation ceremony held in the university on Saturday further charged them to be game changers, having been equipped with unique abilities, both critical and han
  
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• Yobe emerges overall best state in 2025 PHC Leadership Challenge, wins $1.2m prizes

  13-12-2025 13:00 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry Umoru, ABUJAYOBE state has  emerged the overall Best Performing State at the third edition of the National Primary Health Care (PHC) Leadership Challenge Awards.The award was organised yesterday late night by the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), the umbrella body of the thirty-six state governors in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), and UNICEF, with support from the Bill and Melind
  
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• Fans vandalise India stadium after Messi’s abrupt exit

  13-12-2025 12:41 via vanguardngr.com
  Angry spectators broke down barricades and stormed the pitch at a stadium in India after football star Lionel Messi, who is on a three-day tour of the country, abruptly left the arena.As a part of a so-called GOAT Tour, the 38-year-old Argentina and Inter Miami superstar touched down in the eastern state of West Bengal early Saturday, greeted by a chorus of exuberant fans chanting his name.Hours later, thousands of fans wearing Messi jerseys and waving the Argentine flag packed into Salt Lake s
  
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• NGX Weekly Review: Investors rake in N1.54trn gain

  13-12-2025 12:29 via vanguardngr.com
  The NGX All-Share Index and Market Capitalisation appreciated by 1.63 per cent and 1.64 per cent to close the week at 149,433.26 and N95.264 trillion respectively.These are compared with 147,040.08 and N93.722 trillion recorded in the previous week.As a result, stock market investors gained N1.542 trillion for the week under review.Similarly, all other indices finished higher with the exception of NGX Banking, NGX AFR Div. Yield, NGX MERI Growth, NGX MERI Value, NGX Oil and Gas, NGX Sovereign B
  
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• Troops repel ISWAP attack on Mairari base, recover arms, motorcycles

  13-12-2025 12:18 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ndahi Marama, MaiduguriTroops have repelled a failed attack by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Mairari in Borno State, neutralising two vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices (VBIEDs) and recovering arms and other items during a follow-up operation.Sources revealed on Saturday that the terrorists attempted to attack the base but were thwarted, with several of them killed and others wounded.Another source said that the terrorists e
  
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• Delegates set for APC primary election in Osun

  13-12-2025 11:40 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboOver 1,600 delegates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State are set to pick the party’s governorship candidate ahead of the 2026 governorship election.The party’s electoral committee concluded accreditation of the delegates around 10am, paving the way for the primary to commence any moment from now.The number of delegates elected for the exercise is 1,660 on the basis of five delegates per local government and the area office in Modakeke.The ve
  
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• Bayelsa gov Diri mourns late deputy, Ewhrudjakpo

  13-12-2025 11:15 via vanguardngr.com
  By Samuel Oyadongha, YenagoaGovernor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has described his late deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, as a friend with whom he had an outstanding relationship and who was never seen or treated as a subordinate.A statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Daniel Alabrah, quoted Senator Diri as stating this on Friday night when he led a delegation comprising state legislators and top government officials on a visit to Mrs Beatrice Ewhrudjakpo and his late deputy’s fa
  
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• Full list of Premier League players going to AFCON

  13-12-2025 11:14 via vanguardngr.com
  The 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be held in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, bringing together the continent’s top national teams.A total of 25 players plying their trade in the English Premier League are currently in line to feature at the tournament, underlining the league’s continued influence on African football. The Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, and Nigeria lead in Premier League representation, with four players ea
  
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• We’re proud of you – Fubara hails Wike

  13-12-2025 10:31 via vanguardngr.com
  By Davies Iheamnachor, PORT HARCOURTRivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has felicitated the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Chief Nyesom Wike, on his 58th birthday, describing him as a leader whose commitment to public service continues to yield visible results.Fubara, in a goodwill message he personally signed in Port Harcourt on Saturday, said the state is proud of the former governor of Rivers State for the infrastructural development under his watch in Abuja as the
  
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• FG begins expanded investigations to determine exploitation in airfares

  13-12-2025 10:10 via vanguardngr.com
  The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), says it has commenced an expanded investigation into pricing templates behind high ticket rates charge by some airlines on some domestic routes.A statement issued by Mr Ondaje Ijagwu, the Director, Corporate Affairs of the Commission in Abuja on Friday, said the investigation was to establish possible violations of the provisions of the law.Ijagwu said that concerns had been expressed widely in the past few days over what appea
  
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