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Real Madrid fans dismiss 'fake' Mbappe rape reports
https://guardian.ng/sport/football/real-madrid-fans-dismiss-fake-mbappe-rape-reports/
Published: October 18, 2024 07:02
Real Madrid fans rallied around star striker Kylian Mbappe on Thursday as the France captain battles a media frenzy linking him The post Real Madrid fans dismiss 'fake' Mbappe rape reports appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World…
King Charles set to arrive in Australia for landmark tour
https://guardian.ng/news/world/king-charles-set-to-arrive-in-australia-for-landmark-tour/
Published: October 18, 2024 06:40
King Charles III arrives in Australia on Friday, beginning the most strenuous foreign trip since his cancer diagnosis and a tour showcasing The post King Charles set to arrive in Australia for landmark tour appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News -…
NAF airlifts First Lady’s relief materials to Borno flood victims
Published: October 18, 2024 06:33
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has completed the airlift of relief materials donated by the First Lady, Remi Tinubu, to victims of the recent flood disaster in Maiduguri, Borno State. The post NAF airlifts First Lady’s relief materials to Borno flood…
Ethiopian airlines enhances Lagos fleet with luxurious airbus A350-1000
Published: October 18, 2024 06:31
Ethiopian airlines enhances Lagos fleet with luxurious airbus A350-1000 The post Ethiopian airlines enhances Lagos fleet with luxurious airbus A350-1000 appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Firms, RTEAN partner to provide 10,000 electric tricycles
Published: October 18, 2024 06:30
To transform Nigeria's transportation landscape, KarryGo Transport Technology Company, Qoray Mobility, and the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) have partnered to deploy 10,000 units of Qoray Teak electric tricycles over the next 12…
Govt unveils credit scheme for CNG conversions, solar adoption
Published: October 18, 2024 06:22
The Ministry of Finance Incorporated, the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP) and the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas (Pi-CNG) launched the Credit Access for Light and Mobility Fund in Abuja at the signing of a memorandum of…
Cartoon
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Published: October 18, 2024 06:15
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Family of two-month-old boy seeks N9m for heart surgery
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Published: October 18, 2024 06:10
The parents of two-month-old Oluwastise Oyesoji have made an urgent appeal to well-meaning Nigerians to assist in raising funds for their baby’s medical treatment. The post Family of two-month-old boy seeks N9m for heart surgery appeared first on The…
Despite assurances, Tinubu, VP’s absence draws more criticisms
https://guardian.ng/news/despite-assurances-tinubu-vps-absence-draws-more-criticisms/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:22
Despite the presidency’s ardent explanation that there is no vacuum in the leadership of Africa’s most populous country, the absence of President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima at the same time have continued to draw criticisms. The post…
A spectre of abuses, bad leadership still haunting four years after
Published: October 18, 2024 04:21
The #EndSARS protest of October 2020 marked a watershed in citizens’ craving for good governance and an end to rights abuse. But the handling of the aftermath by the Federal Government and states to ensure redress and justice for victims of police…
APC accused of meddling ahead of 2027 polls as PDP, LP reel from internal crises
Published: October 18, 2024 04:20
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has again been accused of “doing everything possible to win the 2027 general election” amid “evidence” that it is interfering with the activities of opposition political parties. The post APC accused of meddling…
129 million Nigerians living below poverty line, says World Bank
Published: October 18, 2024 04:12
The share of Nigerians living below the national poverty line has risen from 40.1 per cent in 2018 to 56 per cent as of this year, the World Bank has said. The post 129 million Nigerians living below poverty line, says World Bank appeared first on The…
‘Nigeria, Ethiopia, DRC, India, Pakistan host half of world’s 1.1b poor people’
https://guardian.ng/news/nigeria-ethiopia-drc-india-pakistan-host-half-of-worlds-1-1b-poor-people/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:09
Nigeria is among the countries grappling with severe poverty, as highlighted by a United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) report released yesterday. The post ‘Nigeria, Ethiopia, DRC, India, Pakistan host half of world’s 1.1b poor people’ appeared first…
Revenue shrinks as FG, states, LGs share N1.298tr
https://guardian.ng/news/revenue-shrinks-as-fg-states-lgs-share-n1-298tr/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:09
The country’s statutory revenue inflows dropped by N177.426 billion in September from N1.221 trillion received in the month of August 2024 to N1.043 trillion. The post Revenue shrinks as FG, states, LGs share N1.298tr appeared first on The Guardian…
Businesses barely surviving, dying slowly, LCCI warns
https://guardian.ng/business-services/business/businesses-barely-surviving-dying-slowly-lcci-warns/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:07
President of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, (LCCI), Gabriel Idahosa, has warned that the organised private sector (OPS) is dying slowly. The post Businesses barely surviving, dying slowly, LCCI warns appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News…
The strategic importance of Nigeria’s CNG initiative
https://guardian.ng/opinion/editorial/the-strategic-importance-of-nigerias-cng-initiative/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:06
If properly followed up, the deal signed by the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) with 75 conversion firms towards reducing reliance on petrol to power vehicles can make a difference between the galloping inflation afflicting Nigerians…
Shareholders lament voluntary delisting of 18 firms in nine years
Published: October 18, 2024 04:05
Shareholders have expressed worry over the voluntary delisting of 18 listed firms with a total market weight of N476 billion from the bourse in nine years. The post Shareholders lament voluntary delisting of 18 firms in nine years appeared first on The…
Taming necessary anger: Taqwah to the rescue
https://guardian.ng/features/friday-worship/taming-necessary-anger-taqwah-to-the-rescue/
Published: October 18, 2024 04:04
Sometimes, the Servant of Allaah wishes there was no crises between Ali and Muawiya. But this will still not have prevented the emergence of the Mu’tazilite, the Shia’, the Sabais, the Khawaarij, the Assaasin, the Mongols, the Turks and, then, the…
NGE, Imo, UNICEF engage gatekeepers on Southeast, South-South challenges
https://guardian.ng/news/nge-imo-unicef-engage-gatekeepers-on-southeast-south-south-challenges/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:38
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), in collaboration with UNICEF and Imo State Government, is organising a two-day workshop to strengthen the media’s role in driving regional development. The post NGE, Imo, UNICEF engage gatekeepers on Southeast,…
Registrar denies diesel-for-bail allegation, cites power outage at Awka Federal High Court
Published: October 18, 2024 03:38
The Deputy Chief Registrar (DCR) of the Federal High Court, Awka Division in Anambra, M.BA. Nkem, has clarified why suspects on bail are required to provide diesel for the court before their matters are heard. The post Registrar denies diesel-for-bail…
NNPP pledges coalition to unseat APC, Tinubu in 2027
https://guardian.ng/politics/nnpp-pledges-coalition-to-unseat-apc-tinubu-in-2027/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:38
The New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) has disclosed its readiness to be part of the formation of a coalition among opposition parties that will unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Bola Tinubu from power in 2027. The post NNPP…
Consumers urge DisCos to suspend decommissioning of meters, await NERC’s approval
Published: October 18, 2024 03:38
The All Electricity Consumer Protection Forum (AECPF) has urged the Ikeja Electric and Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) to suspend the decommissioning of electricity meters. The post Consumers urge DisCos to suspend decommissioning of meters,…
‘Despite surge in passenger traffic, airports face financial challenges’
Published: October 18, 2024 03:33
Globally, airports are facing increasing financial pressures, despite passenger traffic set to exceed pre-pandemic levels in 2024. The post ‘Despite surge in passenger traffic, airports face financial challenges’ appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News…
Don stresses financial management digitalisation
https://guardian.ng/news/don-stresses-financial-management-digitalisation/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:33
A professor of accounting and financial development at Lead City University, Ibadan, Godwin Oyedokun, said digitising financial management was more than just a trend, but a critical evolution for businesses to stay competitive. The post Don stresses…
Imo police begin trial of four officers for alleged extortion
Published: October 18, 2024 03:30
The Imo State Police Command has begun an orderly room trial for four police officers accused of extorting money from the public. The post Imo police begin trial of four officers for alleged extortion appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria…
Wigwe’s varsity begins academic activities in Rivers
https://guardian.ng/news/wigwes-varsity-begins-academic-activities-in-rivers/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:30
Herbert Wigwe University has officially opened and commenced full academic activities at Isiokpo Community in Rivers State. The post Wigwe’s varsity begins academic activities in Rivers appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Fubara: Nigeria needs strong institutions than strong individuals to grow
https://guardian.ng/news/fubara-nigeria-needs-strong-institutions-than-strong-individuals-to-grow/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:30
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has said that what Nigeria needs to grow and sustain democracy and good governance is strong institutions and not strong individuals, who want to control every government institution. The post Fubara: Nigeria needs…
Firms partner to boost logistics, financial services
https://guardian.ng/business-services/business/firms-partner-to-boost-logistics-financial-services/
Published: October 18, 2024 03:30
AV-TEC Limited and Telecoms Pneumatic Tube Systems have partnered to enhance the sales and support of pneumatic tube systems across West Africa. The post Firms partner to boost logistics, financial services appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News -…
Navy arrests two suspected smugglers with 350kg bags of fertilisers
Published: October 18, 2024 02:25
The Nigerian Navy’s Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Ibaka has announced the arrest of two suspected smugglers caught with a speedboat carrying 350kg bags of fertiliser, allegedly destined for Cameroon. The post Navy arrests two suspected smugglers with…
FRSC partners NDLEA to curb drunk driving in Katsina
https://guardian.ng/news/nigeria/metro/frsc-partners-ndlea-to-curb-drunk-driving-in-katsina/
Published: October 18, 2024 02:25
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Katsina State has called for collaboration with the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to address the issue of drunk driving in the state. The FRSC also requested the agency’s assistance in extending its…
Indigenous tourism to contribute $67b to global economy by 2034
Published: October 18, 2024 02:11
Playing a pivotal role in driving economic growth, particularly in remote regions, indigenous tourism is projected to contribute $67 billion to the global economy by 2034. The post Indigenous tourism to contribute $67b to global economy by 2034 appeared…
Nigeria finally receives 1m malaria vaccines from Gavi
https://guardian.ng/news/nigeria-finally-receives-1m-malaria-vaccines-from-gavi/
Published: October 18, 2024 02:10
GAVI Alliance has handed over one million doses of the R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine to Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in the fight against malaria in the country. The post Nigeria finally receives 1m malaria vaccines from Gavi appeared first on…
Elephant Girls rue missed chances, promise to come back stronger
https://guardian.ng/sport/other/elephant-girls-rue-missed-chances-promise-to-come-back-stronger/
Published: October 18, 2024 02:09
Former champions, FirstBank Women’s Basketball Club, who finished third at the just-concluded Zenith/NBBF League, has blamed their failure to reclaim the title on missed chances. The post Elephant Girls rue missed chances, promise to come back stronger…
N-HYPPADEC conducts needs assessment in 513 Kogi flood-hit communities
https://guardian.ng/news/n-hyppadec-conducts-needs-assessment-in-513-kogi-flood-hit-communities/
Published: October 17, 2024 21:06
The National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC) has commenced a needs assessment of 513 flood-affected communities in Kogi State. Mr. Jimoh Haruna, N-HYPPADEC’s Director of Finance and Administration, expressed concern…
Oyan dam: Lagos urges Ogun River bank occupants to relocate
https://guardian.ng/property/environment/oyan-dam-lagos-urges-ogun-river-bank-occupants-to-relocate/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:53
The Lagos State Government has advised those living along Ogun River banks to relocate to higher grounds as Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority (OORBDA) starts release of water from Oyan dam. The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources,…
Lagos’ 85,000 minimum wage unexpected, says union
https://guardian.ng/news/lagos-85000-minimum-wage-unexpected-says-union/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:38
The Lagos State Public Service Joint Negotiating Council has said announcement of N85,000 minimum wage approval by Gov. Babjide Sanwo-Olu was unexpected. The council made this known in a statement signed by all chairpersons and secretaries of the union on…
Revenue drops by N177.42b as FG, states, LGs share N1.298tr in September
Published: October 17, 2024 20:30
Nigerian statutory revenue inflows dropped by N177.426 billion in September from N1.221 trillion received in the month of August 2024 to N1.043 trillion. FAAC reports that in September 2024, Oil and Gas Royalties, Excise Duty, Electronic Money Transfer…
Police arrest POS operator for allegedly aiding ₦4m ransom payment
Published: October 17, 2024 20:29
The Delta State Police Command has arrested a female Point of Sale (POS) operator for her alleged involvement in facilitating The post Police arrest POS operator for allegedly aiding ₦4m ransom payment appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria…
FG targets $1trn economy by 2030 via financial inclusion
https://guardian.ng/news/fg-targets-1trn-economy-by-2030-via-financial-inclusion/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:18
The Federal Government says it is putting sustainable mechanisms in place to build a $1 trillion economy by 2030 through financial inclusion. Sen. Ibrahim Hadejia, Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Office of the Vice President, disclosed this on…
Fubara urges judges to be fearless, criticises lawyers serving paymasters
https://guardian.ng/news/fubara-urges-judges-to-be-fearless-criticises-lawyers-serving-paymasters/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:09
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has told judges to be fearless and not yield to threats and intimidations from anyone. The state governor stated that it was obvious some judicial officers in the state have been threatened, physically assaulted,…
Ivory Coast dissolves all student unions amid murder inquiry
https://guardian.ng/news/ivory-coast-dissolves-all-student-unions-amid-murder-inquiry/
Published: October 17, 2024 20:00
The Ivory Coast government announced Thursday the "dissolution of all student union associations" after the killing of two people allegedly by members of a powerful student group. President Alassane Ouattara chaired a National Security Council meeting to…
Kajola locomotive, wagon rolling stock depot abandoned — Amaechi
https://guardian.ng/news/kajola-locomotive-wagon-rolling-stock-depot-abandoned-amaechi/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:58
A former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has revealed that the first-ever Wagon Assembly Plant, commissioned in Ogun State The post Kajola locomotive, wagon rolling stock depot abandoned — Amaechi appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News -…
Kwara shuts three restaurants for violating environmental laws
https://guardian.ng/news/kwara-shuts-three-restaurants-for-violating-environmental-laws/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:57
The Kwara Government has shut down three restaurants in Ilorin metropolis for failure to comply with the environmental laws of the state. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the three restaurants are: The Place, Chicken Republic, and Amala…
Malnutrition: Group crowdfunds to provide eggs for Northern children
https://guardian.ng/news/malnutrition-group-crowdfunds-to-provide-eggs-for-northern-children/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:53
Alarmed by the high rate of malnutrition in Northern Nigeria, Farm Alert has launched the "Eggs for Hope" initiative to combat malnutrition The post Malnutrition: Group crowdfunds to provide eggs for Northern children appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria…
Full List: six killings of Hamas leaders blamed on Israel
https://guardian.ng/news/full-list-six-killings-of-hamas-leaders-blamed-on-israel/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:53
The death of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar, which was announced by the Israeli military on Thursday, is the latest in a succession of killings of Hamas leaders the Palestinian group has blamed on Israel. Here is a list of the previous killings over the past two…
Oyo, NGO to expand court administration, case management
https://guardian.ng/news/oyo-ngo-to-expand-court-administration-case-management/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:40
Oyo State Government, on Thursday, said it would support an NGO, Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC) in its move to expand court administration and case management in the state. The state Chief Judge, Justice Iyabo Yerima and the Attorney-General…
INEC recognises Abure leadership of LP after court ruling
https://guardian.ng/politics/inec-recognises-abure-leadership-of-lp-after-court-ruling/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:31
At last, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially recognised the leadership of Barrister Julius Abure The post INEC recognises Abure leadership of LP after court ruling appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and…
NAF to acquire 50 new aircraft, boost counter-insurgency operations
https://guardian.ng/news/naf-to-acquire-50-new-aircraft-boost-counter-insurgency-operations/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:30
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has said all arrangements have been concluded to take delivery of 50 brand-new aircraft between December The post NAF to acquire 50 new aircraft, boost counter-insurgency operations appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News -…
Equity market down by N127b
https://guardian.ng/business-services/capital-market/equity-market-down-by-n127b/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:28
The equity market extended its losses on Thursday as the market capitalization dropped by N127 billion, or 0.21 per cent, from N59.559 trillion to close at N59.432 trillion. Similarly, the All-Share Index declined by 0.21 per cent, losing 210.2 points to…
Meet Israel's most wanted man, Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar
https://guardian.ng/news/world/meet-israels-most-wanted-man-hamas-chief-yahya-sinwar/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:23
After a career in the shadows, spent in Israeli prisons and the internal security apparatus of Hamas, Yahya Sinwar emerged as the leader The post Meet Israel's most wanted man, Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria…
Madrid thrash Celtic 4-0 in Women's Champions League
https://guardian.ng/sport/football/madrid-thrash-celtic-4-0-in-womens-champions-league/
Published: October 17, 2024 19:15
Real Madrid bounced back from their opening loss to Chelsea by thrashing Celtic 4-0 in the Women's Champions League on Thursday, The post Madrid thrash Celtic 4-0 in Women's Champions League appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World…
Aregbesola frustrated Oyetola’s second-term bid to block Tinubu’s presidency — APC chieftain
Published: October 17, 2024 18:43
Sunday Akere, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, has alleged that former governor Rauf Aregbesola The post Aregbesola frustrated Oyetola’s second-term bid to block Tinubu’s presidency — APC chieftain appeared first on The…
Expert urges immediate action to harness Nigeria’s gas resources
https://guardian.ng/news/expert-urges-immediate-action-to-harness-nigerias-gas-resources/
Published: October 17, 2024 18:40
Mr. Osayande Igiehon, Chief Executive Officer of Heirs Energies Ltd., has called for urgent action to leverage Nigeria’s gas resources to secure the country’s energy future and promote sustainable development. Igiehon made this remarks during a panel…
Institute moves to develop HIV vaccine
https://guardian.ng/features/health/institute-moves-to-develop-hiv-vaccine/
Published: October 17, 2024 18:37
The Institute of Human Virology of Nigeria (IHVN) is working to develop an effective HIV vaccine that will be beneficial for Nigeria The post Institute moves to develop HIV vaccine appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Enugu to raise ₦20b in four years to improve security architecture
https://guardian.ng/news/enugu-to-raise-%e2%82%a620b-in-four-years-to-improve-security-architecture/
Published: October 17, 2024 18:29
The Enugu State government on Thursday said that it would raise N20 billion over the next four years to improve its security architecture. The post Enugu to raise ₦20b in four years to improve security architecture appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria…
7 easy cocktails you can whip up with Sprite for refreshing twist
https://guardian.ng/life/7-easy-cocktails-you-can-whip-up-with-sprite-for-refreshing-twist/
Published: October 17, 2024 18:26
If you’ve got a bottle of Sprite in your fridge, you're halfway to making some amazing drinks! Sprite, with its refreshing lemon-lime kick, is perfect for mixing things up, especially when you need something cold and tasty in Nigeria’s heat. Plus, these…
Experts call for urgent action on climate, health in Nigeria
Published: October 17, 2024 18:17
Experts have called for immediate and coordinated action to address the growing impact of climate change on health in Nigeria. Speaking at a pre-Future of Health Conference webinar on Thursday, organized by Nigeria Health Watch, leaders from health,…
Jonathan blames judiciary for crises rocking political parties
https://guardian.ng/news/jonathan-blames-judiciary-for-crises-rocking-political-parties/
Published: October 17, 2024 17:57
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has raised an alarm over the deepening political crisis in Nigeria, pinning the blame squarely on court rulings, which he described as "turning the cone of justice upside down." Speaking at the 67th birthday celebration…
Aviation: Nigeria removed from AWG’s watchlist of non-compliant countries
Published: October 17, 2024 17:48
The Aviation Working Group (AWG), on Wednesday, announced the official removal of Nigeria from its watchlist of non-compliant countries. The post Aviation: Nigeria removed from AWG’s watchlist of non-compliant countries appeared first on The Guardian…
Okada rider dies in Lagos accident
https://guardian.ng/news/nigeria/metro/okada-rider-dies-in-lagos-accident-2/
Published: October 17, 2024 17:42
A devastating accident occurred on Thursday, resulting in the tragic death of a commercial motorcyclist who was fatally injured The post Okada rider dies in Lagos accident appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
NUPRC implementing projects in host communities – Official
https://guardian.ng/news/nuprc-implementing-projects-in-host-communities-official/
Published: October 17, 2024 17:40
The Host Communities of Nigeria Producing Oil and Gas (HOSTCOM) says the Host Community Development Trust (HCDT) Fund is being implemented in line with the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA 2021). Dr. Benjamin Tamaranebi, National President, HOSTCOM, said this…
Oyo ex-LG chairmen throw weight behind LG autonomy
https://guardian.ng/politics/oyo-ex-lg-chairmen-throw-weight-behind-lg-autonomy/
Published: October 17, 2024 17:38
Former local government chairmen under the umbrella of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Thursday threw their weight The post Oyo ex-LG chairmen throw weight behind LG autonomy appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Okada rider dies in Lagos accident
https://guardian.ng/news/nigeria/metro/okada-rider-dies-in-lagos-accident/
Published: October 17, 2024 17:27
A devastating accident occurred on Thursday, resulting in the tragic death of a commercial motorcyclist who was fatally injured while riding against traffic on Cater Bridge, Lagos. The deceased, reportedly travelling from Ebute Ero, collided head-on with a…
Utilise FG interest-free loans, MAPOLY rector urges students
https://guardian.ng/news/utilise-fg-interest-free-loans-mapoly-rector-urges-students/
Published: October 17, 2024 17:11
Dr. Adeoye Odedeji, the Rector, Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY), Abeokuta, has appealed to students to take advantage of the federal government’s interest-free loan. Odedeji spoke during the matriculation and oath taking ceremony of the newly admitted…
INEC fixes Nov 2025 for Anambra governorship election
https://guardian.ng/politics/inec-fixes-nov-2025-for-anambra-governorship-election/
Published: October 17, 2024 17:10
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed Saturday, November 8, 2025, for the off-cycle governorship election in Anambra State. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, disclosed this on Thursday at an extraordinary emergency meeting with…
Edo govt organises joint transition committee for Okpebholo inauguration
Published: October 17, 2024 17:07
Activities are underway for the inauguration of Edo State's governor-elect, Monday Okpebholo, as the Edo State Government has established the State Joint Transition Committee ahead of the ceremony scheduled for Friday. The inaugural meeting of the Edo…
Court remands man, 36, over alleged murder
https://guardian.ng/news/nigeria/metro/court-remands-man-36-over-alleged-murder/
Published: October 17, 2024 16:55
An Ado-Ekiti Chief Magistrates’ Court on Thursday ordered the remand of a 36-year-old man, David Olalekan, in the Ado-Ekiti Correctional Centre over alleged murder. The defendant, whose address was not provided, is being tried for alleged murder. The…
Afe Babalola kicks against exclusion of private varsities from NELFUND
Published: October 17, 2024 16:46
Founder and Chancellor of Afe Babalola University Ado Ekiti (ABUAD), Chief Afe Babalola, SAN, on Thursday, queried the Federal Government The post Afe Babalola kicks against exclusion of private varsities from NELFUND appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria…
FG vows to combat poverty, humanitarian crises
https://guardian.ng/news/fg-vows-to-combat-poverty-humanitarian-crises/
Published: October 17, 2024 16:41
The Federal Government has pledged to strengthen institutions to combat poverty and humanitarian crises in Nigeria. Mr. Abel Enitan, Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, made this statement at the…
PCNGI calls for safety compliance after Benin CNG incident
https://guardian.ng/news/nigeria/metro/pcngi-calls-for-safety-compliance-after-benin-cng-incident/
Published: October 17, 2024 16:36
The Presidential CNG Initiative (PCNGI) has expressed deep concern over a recent incident involving an illegally modified vehicle at a NIPCO CNG Station in Benin City. The incident, which occurred on October 16, resulted in injuries but fortunately did not…
Many arms used in crimes originally belonged to govt — Ribadu
https://guardian.ng/news/many-arms-used-in-crimes-originally-belonged-to-govt-ribadu/
Published: October 17, 2024 16:28
The National Security Adviser (NSA), Malam Nuhu Ribadu, has said that a sizable number of illicit arms used to commit crimes in the country originally belonged to the government. Ribadu stated this on Thursday during the Arms Destruction Exercise,…
UniAbuja VC: African universities group backs Maikudi, slams smear campaign
Published: October 17, 2024 16:16
The Voice of African Universities (VAU) has called on the Nigerian Government to appoint Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi as the substantive Vice-Chancellor of the University of Abuja (UniAbuja), saying it will advance education. The call was made in a…
UAE, NDDC partner on Niger Delta development projects
https://guardian.ng/news/uae-nddc-partner-on-niger-delta-development-projects/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:41
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) have agreed to set up a joint committee to develop The post UAE, NDDC partner on Niger Delta development projects appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and…
Divorce seeker accuses husband of poisoning drink, terminating pregnancy
https://guardian.ng/news/divorce-seeker-accuses-husband-of-poisoning-drink-terminating-pregnancy/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:39
A Petitioner, Mrs. Chiwendu Nwadi has alleged that her husband, Emeka Nwadi deliberately poisoned her drink which led to losing her pregnancy. She made the allegation in a petition filed by her lawyer, Mr. Moses Ibe, before a Federal Capital Territory…
Tinubu celebrates Ooni of Ife’s 50th birthday
https://guardian.ng/news/tinubu-celebrates-ooni-of-ifes-50th-birthday/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:34
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday joined Nigerians, the people and chiefs of Ile-Ife, and the global Yoruba community in The post Tinubu celebrates Ooni of Ife’s 50th birthday appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
Chinese firm proposes $300m steel plant investment in Nigeria
https://guardian.ng/news/chinese-firm-proposes-300m-steel-plant-investment-in-nigeria/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:29
The Inner Galaxy Steel Company Limited, a Chinese firm, on Thursday, said it plans to invest approximately $300 million The post Chinese firm proposes $300m steel plant investment in Nigeria appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World…
South South APC fault alleged suspension of Lokpobiri, others
https://guardian.ng/politics/south-south-apc-fault-alleged-suspension-of-lokpobiri-others/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:21
The South-South zone of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has faulted the purported suspension of the Minister of State for Petroleum, The post South South APC fault alleged suspension of Lokpobiri, others appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News -…
FRSC trains 2000 personnel on road safety management
https://guardian.ng/news/frsc-trains-2000-personnel-on-road-safety-management/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:17
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has trained more than 2000 personnel in various areas of professionalism including effective road safety management in the last three months. FRSC Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja,…
FG reaffirms support for new global digital cultural platform
https://guardian.ng/technology/fg-reaffirms-support-for-new-global-digital-cultural-platform/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:16
The Federal Government has reiterated its support for initiatives that will further empower local artisans and promote cultural tourism The post FG reaffirms support for new global digital cultural platform appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News -…
Court to hear NNPCL staff cooperative society leadership dispute Nov 8
Published: October 17, 2024 15:10
A Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, sitting at Maitama, on Thursday, adjourned further hearings on the leadership crisis rocking the Staff Multipurpose Cooperative Society of the Nigeria National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited till November 8.…
Poverty Eradication Day: NNPP decries high poverty rate in Nigeria
https://guardian.ng/politics/poverty-eradication-day-nnpp-decries-high-poverty-rate-in-nigeria/
Published: October 17, 2024 15:04
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), on Thursday, condemned the increasing poverty rate in Nigeria, labelling it unacceptable and calling for a comprehensive reevaluation of government policies and programmes. The National Publicity Secretary of NNPP,…
FCTA begins demolition of illegal duplexes, bungalows in Abuja
https://guardian.ng/news/fcta-begins-demolition-of-illegal-duplexes-bungalows-in-abuja/
Published: October 17, 2024 14:39
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has begun the demolition of 50 duplexes and bungalows illegally erected in Sabon Lugbe, Abuja. Mr. Mukhtar Galadima, Director, Department of Development Control, FCTA, who led the exercise, on Thursday,…
JAMB relaxes age limit for 2024/2025 admission
https://guardian.ng/news/jamb-relaxes-age-limit-for-2024-2025-admission/
Published: October 17, 2024 14:23
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has relaxed the 18-year minimum admission age for the 2024/2025 academic session. Particularly, the examination body said institutions can admit candidates who will turn 16 by August 31, 2025, "provided…
FG, private sector partnership essential for development- Shettima
https://guardian.ng/news/fg-private-sector-partnership-essential-for-development-shettima/
Published: October 17, 2024 14:16
Vice President Kashim Shettima says partnership with the private sector is essential for the country’s economic growth and development. Shettima said this in Abuja on Wednesday at the closing of the 30th Nigerian Economic Summit (NES30), with the theme:…
NNPP ready to form coalition to unseat APC, Tinubu in 2027 — Chairman
https://guardian.ng/politics/nnpp-ready-to-form-coalition-to-unseat-apc-tinubu-in-2027-chairman/
Published: October 17, 2024 14:07
The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has expressed its readiness to join forces with other opposition parties to form a coalition The post NNPP ready to form coalition to unseat APC, Tinubu in 2027 — Chairman appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News -…
Youth group mourns victims of Jigawa tanker explosion
https://guardian.ng/news/youth-group-mourns-victims-of-jigawa-tanker-explosion/
Published: October 17, 2024 14:03
The National Youth Alliance (NYA) has expressed sadness over the unfortunate petrol tanker explosion in Jigawa State, which took the life of one of the Alliance group officials in the state, as well as over 100 other victims. The NYA expressed its grief…
KNOSK: Abuja school where parents pay N100-a-day school fees
https://guardian.ng/news/knosk-abuja-school-where-parents-pay-n100-a-day-school-fees/
Published: October 17, 2024 13:51
As parents grapple with the escalating rise in school fees, a school in Abuja, the nation's capital, is charging N100 per day for school fees, The Guardian reports. Located in Kuje on the outskirts of Abuja, the KNOwledge and SKills (KNOSK) School allows…
Patronise accredited CNG conversion centres, FG warns amid Benin incident
https://guardian.ng/news/patronise-accredited-cng-conversion-centres-fg-warns-amid-benin-incident/
Published: October 17, 2024 13:34
The Federal Government has warned Nigerians to patronise only accredited centres for the conversion of their vehicles to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). The FG issued this warning on Thursday in a post shared by the Presidential CNG Initiative (PCNGI) on X…
Dangote shoots back to Africa's richest man, as refinery begins work
Published: October 17, 2024 13:18
Nigerian billionaire business mogul, Aliko Dangote, has stormed back to the top as Africa's richest person after recently losing the top spot to South African billionaire, Johan Rupert. This comes after his long-awaited Nigerian oil refinery is up and…
AGF Fagbemi to deliver UNILORIN 39th Convocation lecture
https://guardian.ng/news/agf-fagbemi-to-deliver-unilorin-39th-convocation-lecture/
Published: October 17, 2024 13:00
The Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Prince Lateef Olasunkanmi Fagbemi (SAN), is scheduled to deliver the 39th Convocation Lecture at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) on Friday. The lecture is titled "Nurturing Democratic…
You don’t know how to fix your lash extension? See the DIY steps
https://guardian.ng/life/you-dont-know-how-to-fix-your-lash-extension-see-the-diy-steps/
Published: October 17, 2024 12:48
Are you ready for the party but forgot to get your lash extension done before now? Don’t worry! I know how annoying it can be to miss such an important thing. But guess what? You don't have to rush to the saloon for a touch-up. With a little DIY know-how,…
France releases African activist Kemi Seba without charges
https://guardian.ng/news/world/france-releases-african-activist-kemi-seba-without-charges/
Published: October 17, 2024 12:45
African anti-Western activist Kemi Seba has been released from French custody without any charges two days after his arrest, prosecutors said Thursday. Pan-African militant Seba, whose real name is Stellio Gilles Robert Capo Chichi, was detained Monday on…
Our staff, not gazetted for pension, gratuity — Ebonyi CoE Provost
Published: October 17, 2024 12:42
The Provost of Ebonyi State College of Education, Professor Benedict Mbam, on Thursday, said that the staff of the institution were not gazetted for the payment of pension and gratuity, therefore appealing to the Ebonyi State Government under Governor…
Ministries collaborate to revalidate the intellectual property policy
https://guardian.ng/news/ministries-collaborate-to-revalidate-the-intellectual-property-policy/
Published: October 17, 2024 12:31
The Ministry of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy, in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry, Trade & Investment and the Ministry of Justice, has joined forces to revalidate the intellectual property policy and strategy for Nigeria. This…
UK issues largest sanctions yet on Russian 'shadow fleet'
https://guardian.ng/news/world/uk-issues-largest-sanctions-yet-on-russian-shadow-fleet/
Published: October 17, 2024 12:25
Britain on Thursday announced its largest sanctions to date against Russia's "shadow fleet" of tankers used to sidestep a Western embargo on oil exports after its invasion of Ukraine. The government's latest crackdown bars 18 ships from UK ports and…
Inter's Zielinski to miss Roma clash with thigh injury
https://guardian.ng/sport/inters-zielinski-to-miss-roma-clash-with-thigh-injury/
Published: October 17, 2024 12:17
Piotr Zielinski will miss Inter Milan's fixture with Roma after the Serie A club said on Thursday that the Poland midfielder has picked up a thigh injury. Inter said that after returning from international duty with a knock, Zielinski, 30, underwent tests…
Nestle overhauls executive team as sales slump
https://guardian.ng/business-services/nestle-overhauls-executive-team-as-sales-slump/
Published: October 17, 2024 12:12
Nestle's new CEO lowered sales growth expectations for 2024 and announced a leadership reshuffle on Thursday in what one analyst described as a "painful reset" for the global food giant. Chief executive Laurent Freixe took over from Mark Schneider on…
What's next in Swedish rape investigation into Mbappe?
https://guardian.ng/sport/whats-next-in-swedish-rape-investigation-into-mbappe/
Published: October 17, 2024 12:11
Following media reports that French football star Kylian Mbappe is being investigated for rape in Sweden, all eyes have turned to the Nordic country's legal system to know what happens next. A Swedish prosecutor has confirmed that a rape investigation has…
Arase, Kpotum absent as Egbetokun hosts meeting with ex-IGPs
https://guardian.ng/news/arase-kpotum-absent-as-egbetokun-hosts-meeting-with-ex-igps/
Published: October 17, 2024 11:59
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, convened a meeting with former Inspectors-General of Police at the IGP’s Smart Conference Hall, Louis Edet House, Force Headquarters, Abuja, as part of efforts to enhance collaboration with past…
MTN launches first 5G digital centre in Abuja
https://guardian.ng/technology/telecoms/mtn-launches-first-5g-digital-centre-in-abuja/
Published: October 17, 2024 11:47
MTN Nigeria has inaugurated a cutting-edge 5G-powered digital service centre at its regional headquarters in Abuja, marking the first of its kind by any telecom operator in the country. The unveiling took place on Tuesday, with the company highlighting the…
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