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WorldOct 21Police Arrest Suspected Armed Robber In Hotel HideoutItems recovered from the suspect include two locally made pistols, one expended cartridge, two machetes, and bottles containing substances suspected to be charms. The post Police Arrest Suspected Armed Robber In Hotel Hideout appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
WorldOct 21PANDEF mourns Uduaghan, hails his peacebuilding roleBy Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), the apex socio-political body of the South-South geopolitical zone, has mourned the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan, who died three days before his 72nd birthday, according to his family. PANDEF National Chairman, Ambassador Godknows Igali, described Uduaghan as an exceptional […] The post PANDEF mourns Uduaghan, hails his peacebuilding role appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21Showunmi reaffirms commitment to Abiola’s legacy, national unityThe Convener of the Alternative Movement, Otunba Segun Showunmi has reaffirmed his commitment to Nigeria’s unity, democratic development and the ideals for which the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola sacrificed his life, insisting that the struggle to actualise the June 12, 1993 presidential election mandate remains a defining moment in his political journey. The post Showunmi reaffirms commitment to Abiola’s legacy, national unity appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 21Reps Call For Early Isolation Camp Preparations To Prevent Ebola SpreadChannels TV
PoliticsOct 21Hamzat mourns Afenifere leader Fasoranti, says legacy will endureThe Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, has described the death of Pa Reuben Fasoranti, former National Leader of Afenifere, as a profound loss to the Yoruba race and Nigeria. The post Hamzat mourns Afenifere leader Fasoranti, says legacy will endure appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21Ogun suspends Eselu over alleged partisan politicsBy James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Ogun State Government has suspended the Eselu of Iselu Kingdom in Yewa North Local Government Area, Oba Akintunde Akinyemi, with immediate effect over alleged involvement in partisan political activities. The suspension was approved by the State Executive Council pursuant to Section 52(1) of the Ogun State Obas and Chiefs Law, […] The post Ogun suspends Eselu over alleged partisan politics appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 21Akwa Ibom doctors celebrates colleague’s elevation to ANA fellowshipAkpan, a physician, novelist and former chairman of the state’s primary healthcare board, has combined medical practice with literary advocacy. The post Akwa Ibom doctors celebrates colleague’s elevation to ANA fellowship appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HealthOct 21NAFDAC to test non-US-made donated drugs, vaccines under Nigeria-US deal…. Deploys tracking technology to monitor medical supplies, assures Nigerians of safety checks By Chioma Obinna The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has said all donated medicines and vaccines under the Nigeria-United States government agreement that are not manufactured in the US will undergo testing for quality, safety and efficacy, […] The post NAFDAC to test non-US-made donated drugs, vaccines under Nigeria-US deal appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21Nasarawa vows to strengthen VAPP law implementationBy Edwin Philip, Lafia The Nasarawa State Government has reiterated its commitment to tackling gender-based violence through the implementation of the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Law, enacted in the state in January 2021. The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Rebecca Adamu Kwaji, gave the assurance on Wednesday at a two-day workshop on bridging […] The post Nasarawa vows to strengthen VAPP law implementation appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 21Ebola: 5 things to know about Bundibugyo Strain as Nigeria confirms first caseVanguard Nigeria
DisasterOct 21Flood submerges 18 Nasarawa communities, kills twoBy Edwin Philip, Lafia The Nasarawa State Government has urged residents of flood-prone communities to heed warnings to relocate from low-lying areas to higher ground to avoid being swept away by recurring floods. The Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr Nawani Aboki, made the appeal on Monday while briefing journalists on the recent flooding […] The post Flood submerges 18 Nasarawa communities, kills two appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 21HCPAN to FG, States: Expand health insurance, review providers’ tarriffs… Says 70% of healthcare spending comes from patients’ pockets … Only 10–13% of Nigerians covered by insurance … Seeks flexible premiums, prompt claims settlement By Chioma Obinna The HealthCare Providers Association of Nigeria (HCPAN), Lagos Branch, has called on the Federal and state governments to expand health insurance coverage, review tariffs paid to healthcare […] The post HCPAN to FG, States: Expand health insurance, review providers’ tarriffs appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21Mimiko mourns Uduaghan , hails him as detribalised statesmanMimiko is mourning the passing of Uduaghan and commending him as a statesman who transcended tribal divisions. This highlights the legacy and impact of a notable public figure.vanguardngr.com · Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21MBC shuns first vice - president - Nation OnlineMBC has reportedly avoided engaging with the first vice-president, indicating a potential political snub or disagreement. This suggests internal political tensions or a lack of cooperation between entities.mwnation.com · Malawi
PoliticsOct 21Anambra Assembly passes State Police BillBy Vincent Ujumadu The Anambra State House of Assembly has passed a bill seeking to amend relevant provisions of the 1999 Constitution to pave the way for the establishment of state police in Nigeria. The bill passed through the first, second and third readings during plenary in Awka on Tuesday, marking a step towards establishing […] The post Anambra Assembly passes State Police Bill appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
DisasterOct 21Shut down hazardous gas pipelines, HOMEF tells FG after Rivers explosionThe environmental group says residents of Aleto were exposed to danger despite an earlier report of a suspected gas leak along the pipeline corridor. The post Shut down hazardous gas pipelines, HOMEF tells FG after Rivers explosion appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HealthOct 21Nigeria confirms an Ebola case linked to East AfricaBBC Afrique
ConflictBreakingOct 21Sudanese army drones struck mourners and a fuel market, killing more than 300, sources say.BBC Afrique
PoliticsOct 21Nigeria already a failed state, middle class gone — DukePRP candidate blames poverty, unemployment for kidnapping, banditry The presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Donald Duke, has described Nigeria as a failed state, citing worsening poverty, unemployment, insecurity and economic decline. Duke said he decided to contest the 2027 presidential election because he could no longer remain on the sidelines while the […] The post Nigeria already a failed state, middle class gone — Duke appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthBreakingOct 21Nigeria reports first Ebola case in a decadenorthweststar.com.au · Australia
PoliticsOct 21Mimiko mourns Uduaghan, hails him as detribalised statesmanEx-Delta governor was bridge-builder across party lines By Dayo Johnson, Akure Former Ondo State Governor, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, has mourned the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, describing him as a detribalised statesman who left indelible footprints in Delta State and Nigeria. Mimiko, in a statement he personally signed, said he […] The post Mimiko mourns Uduaghan, hails him as detribalised statesman appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21Fasoranti was steadfast democrat, pillar of Ajasin administration — IjabiyiBy Dayo Johnson, Akure The PBAT Mandate Elders Forum, Ondo State, has mourned the death of Pa Reuben Fasoranti, describing him as an educationist, a steadfast advocate of democracy and a key pillar of the administration of the late Governor Michael Adekunle Ajasin. The forum’s Chairman, Chief Demola Ijabiyi, in a condolence message issued on […] The post Fasoranti was steadfast democrat, pillar of Ajasin administration — Ijabiyi appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 21How appeal court’s verdict on nullification of CAMA provision strengthens human rights suitsThe Court of Appeal’s judgement took fundamental rights suits away from the realm of technicalities of pre-action notice requirements. The post How appeal court’s verdict on nullification of CAMA provision strengthens human rights suits appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 21Nigerian newspapers review: Experts, opposition take on Oyedele over N4,000/$ crash for nairaIn today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with some opposition parties and experts challenging the Minister of Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, to explain the assumptions he based his assertion that the Naira might crash to N4,000/$ should the Federal Government restore fuel subsidy. The post Nigerian newspapers review: Experts, opposition take on Oyedele over N4,000/$ crash for naira appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria