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In a scathing critique, former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has once again taken aim at President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, branding them as “shambolic ‘bolekaja’ policies.” In a fiery statement posted on his X handle, Atiku questioned the effectiveness and coherence of Tinubu’s approach, contrasting…

In a fiery statement posted on his X handle, former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has once more sharply criticized President Bola Tinubu’s approach to Nigeria’s economic challenges, accusing the administration of lacking a coherent strategy. Abubakar’s remarks come after the Presidency response to his earlier…

Kehinde Fajobi Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced that President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate release of all detained minors and their reunion with their families across Nigeria. Addressing State House correspondents on Monday, Idris was joined by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, and Sunday…

Segun Ayinde, Abeokuta Olu of Wasinmi Urges Governor Abiodun to Complete Wasinmi International Airport Project The Olu of Wasinmi, Ọba Sufianu Jolaosho, has appealed to Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State to prioritize the completion of the Wasinmi Passenger International Airport, a major infrastructure project started by former Governor Ibikunle Amosun as part of the…

Kehinde Fajobi House Minority Leader Kingsley Chinda has cautioned that his colleague, Alex Ikwechegh, could face “double tragedy” after being accused of assaulting an e-hailing driver in Abuja. Chinda explained that Ikwechegh faces both a court trial and an internal House investigation for the incident, raising the potential for “double jeopardy.” “Presently, he is being…

In a significant legal turn, the Court of Appeal has discharged and acquitted former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Justice Walter Onnoghen of the charges brought against him by the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) regarding alleged non-declaration of assets. The court’s ruling overturns the CCT’s previous conviction, which had led to Onnoghen’s controversial removal…

Following a violent Boko Haram assault that claimed the lives of Chadian soldiers, President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno has hinted at the possibility of withdrawing Chad’s forces from the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF). The recent attack, which targeted a Chadian National Army post in Barkaram on October 27, 2024, has intensified scrutiny on the…

Days after release from Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) detention, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has reportedly left Nigeria in an unexpected turn of events that has fueled public intrigue. The departure of the self-described “biggest girl in Nigeria” has stirred further questions regarding his legal entanglements and high-profile lifestyle. Bobrisky, who gained…

Kehinde Fajobi At least 10 people lost their lives following a late-night eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki on Flores Island, eastern Indonesia, officials confirmed on Monday. The eruption, which occurred at 11:57 p.m. local time on Sunday, unleashed powerful lava plumes and blazing rocks, forcing the evacuation of several villages. Hadi Wijaya, spokesperson for the…

Despite a challenging campaign at the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic, Nigeria’s Flamingos did not return home empty-handed. The team was awarded the prestigious FIFA Fair Play Trophy, recognizing them as the team with the best disciplinary record throughout the tournament. This honor reflects the Flamingos’ exemplary sportsmanship and discipline, even…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State to stop accusing it of the crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). NAN reports that Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, at an event in Ibadan, blamed the APC for the turmoil in the PDP and other opposition parties. Reacting in…

Kehinde Fajobi The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) have decided to suspend their ongoing indefinite strike concerning withheld salaries, effective Tuesday, November 5, 2024. In a joint statement released on Sunday, the unions expressed gratitude for the steadfast support of their members…

Tempers flared Sunday as Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, clashed with a vocal supporter of President Bola Tinubu during a public engagement on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road project in Victoria Island, Lagos. The event brought together federal lawmakers, stakeholders, and homeowners affected by the ambitious infrastructure project. The tension reached a peak when a woman…

Kehinde Fajobi Peter Obi, former presidential candidate for Nigeria’s Labour Party, has urged Nigerians to abandon tribalism, religious bias, and the “my turn” mindset, which he says are holding back the nation’s growth. In a message shared on Sunday via his X account, Obi congratulated Nigerian-born Kemi Badenoch on her election as leader of the…

Kehinde Fajobi Prominent South-South leaders, lawyers, and activists have called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara to set aside their differences to prevent further hardship on the people of Rivers State. Many elders of the region who spoke to Vanguard gave the advice. Elder Joseph…

Kehinde Fajobi The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has initiated proceedings to dismiss the charges brought against 32 minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protests. The minors were arraigned before Justice Obiora Egwuatu at the Federal High Court in Abuja. On Friday night, Fagbemi announced his interest in assuming…

Rivers United’s unbeaten streak in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) came to a disappointing end after a 2-0 defeat to Ikorodu City on Matchday 10. The game, held at the Lagos-based team’s home ground, saw Ikorodu City deliver a standout performance against one of the league’s top teams. Ikorodu City broke the deadlock in…

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian indicated on Sunday that Tehran’s response to Israel’s recent airstrikes could be influenced by a potential ceasefire agreement involving Israel and Iran’s regional allies. In his statement, Pezeshkian emphasized that Iran’s reaction would consider Israel’s willingness to halt military actions in the region. “If they [Israel] reconsider their behaviour, accept a…

In a major operation targeting cybercrime and threats to national security, the Nigeria Police Force announced the arrest of 130 suspects, including 113 foreign nationals primarily of Chinese and Malaysian origin and 17 Nigerian collaborators. The suspects, consisting of 87 males and 26 females from abroad along with 4 Nigerian males and 13 females, were…

Kehinde Fajobi The All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde to concentrate on his governance responsibilities instead of fixating on his 2027 presidential ambitions, arguing that such preoccupations do not serve the interests of his constituents. In a statement issued in Abuja on Sunday, APC National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka…