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PoliticsOct 20Reps back Tinubu, Dangote, NMDPRA, demand pipeline funding…Open probes into NIPCO gas licences,NNPCL executive By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja The House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) has passed votes of confidence on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and industrialist Aliko Dangote, declaring that Nigeria’s drive towards energy security is gaining momentum. The committee, […] The post Reps back Tinubu, Dangote, NMDPRA, demand pipeline funding appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 19Anambra Police: Presence at Ibezim’s service to maintain peaceBy Vincent Ujumadu The Anambra State Police Command has explained that the heavy security presence at St. Faith’s Anglican Cathedral, Awka, during a church service conducted by the suspended Archbishop Alexander Ibezim on Sunday was to maintain law and order and prevent a breakdown of peace. Ibezim, the Anglican Archbishop on the Niger and Bishop […] The post Anambra Police: Presence at Ibezim’s service to maintain peace appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BusinessOct 19N4,000/$ Exchange Rate: NDC asks why refineries are not workingBy Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has faulted the Federal Government’s warning that a return to petrol subsidy could push the naira to between N3,000 and N4,000 per dollar, demanding explanations for the failure of the country’s refineries to operate effectively. The party also questioned why Nigeria had mortgaged a sizeable […] The post N4,000/$ Exchange Rate: NDC asks why refineries are not working appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BusinessOct 19At 50: Brand refresh raises questions about heritage, consumer loyaltyBy Chioma Obinna As competition in Nigeria’s non-alcoholic beverage market continues to evolve, Maltina, one of the country’s longstanding malt drink brands, has unveiled a refreshed visual identity to mark its 50th anniversary, retaining its familiar taste while introducing redesigned packaging across its product range.The new identity, unveiled by Nigerian Breweries Plc last week, features […] The post At 50: Brand refresh raises questions about heritage, consumer loyalty appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 19Catholic bishops declare nationwide fasting, prayerThe Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, CBCN, has declared a nationwide prayer and fasting programme to promote free, fair, credible and peaceful elections in 2027.The programme, themed ‘Let Justice and Peace Flow’, is drawn from Amos 5:24.The bishops announced the initiative in a statement signed by their President, Archbishop Matthew Ndagoso, and Secretary, Bishop Peter […] The post Catholic bishops declare nationwide fasting, prayer appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
ConflictOct 19Sudan drone attacks kill 3 children in Khartoum , dozens of civilians in Kordofanmymotherlode.com · United States
ConflictBreakingOct 19160 people reported killed in escalating drone attacks across Sudanaljazeera.com · United States
PoliticsOct 19Tinubu extends tenures of Immigration, Correctional Service ChiefsBy Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has approved 18-month tenure extensions for Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, and Kemi Nanna Nandap, Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service. Following the approval, Nwakuche’s tenure will now end on May 26, 2028, while Nandap’s will end on June 30, 2028. The approval, […] The post Tinubu extends tenures of Immigration, Correctional Service Chiefs appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 19Buhari: If a general couldn’t wipe out insecurity, spare Tinubu —YariThe Director-General of All Progressives Congress, APC, Presidential Campaign Council, PCC, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, has said President Bola Tinubu should not be blamed solely for the widespread insecurity in the country.Yari, who stated this during a visit to Kebbi, where he met with Governor Nasir Idris, traditional rulers and other party leaders in Birnin Kebbi, […] The post Buhari: If a general couldn’t wipe out insecurity, spare Tinubu —Yari appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 19US grants deportation reprieve to migrants from Ukraine and SudanDHS says migrants ‘retain protections’ after temporary protected status was set to expire on MondaySend us your questions about immigration and the midtermsMore than 100,000 people from Ukraine and Sudan can stay in the United States without immediate risk of deportation, the Department of Homeland Security said, in what amounts to a temporary reprieve after their right to stay in the country was set to expire on Monday.Temporary protected status was set to end on Monday for about 101,000 Ukrainians and 1,800 Sudanese. But the DHS said an announcement “will be made at the appropriate time”. UnGuardian World
DisasterOct 19Police arrest man over alleged plot to kidnap 16-year-old girlfriend for N50m ransomBesides admitting to the alleged kidnapping attempt, the suspect also told the police that he was unaware that having sex with someone under 18 was an offence. The post Police arrest man over alleged plot to kidnap 16-year-old girlfriend for N50m ransom appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
DisasterOct 19Kenyan pastor, who told followers to starve for Jesus, convicted of 191 murdersVanguard Nigeria
Sci & TechOct 19NASENI Commissions Drone Training Centre In KadunaAt the event, Governor Uba Sani and the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, underscored the need for Nigeria to end its overdependence on foreign security and agricultural technology. The post NASENI Commissions Drone Training Centre In Kaduna appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
PoliticsOct 19Customs to review complaints of 397 rejected recruitment applicantsThe Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced plans to review complaints by applicants who were disqualified during its recent recruitment screening exercise despite appearing on the shortlist for training. The post Customs to review complaints of 397 rejected recruitment applicants appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 192027: Five NDC Candidates In Kano Accuse Kwankwasiyya Movement Of IntimidationThey accused the Kwankwasiyya political movement of the NDC of harassment and an attempt to blackmail INEC into replacing the party's list. The post 2027: Five NDC Candidates In Kano Accuse Kwankwasiyya Movement Of Intimidation appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
PoliticsOct 19IPOB urges Britain to press Nigeria for Nnamdi Kanu’s appealThe Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has urged the British Government to use its diplomatic channels to press Nigeria to hear the pending appeal of its leader, Mazie Nnamdi Kanu, without further delay. The post IPOB urges Britain to press Nigeria for Nnamdi Kanu’s appeal appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 19Sanwo-Olu asks LAWMA boss to resign over waste crisis – ReportGovernor Sanwo-Olu was reported to be upset and unhappy with the LAWMA boss after visiting a dumpsite. The post Sanwo-Olu asks LAWMA boss to resign over waste crisis – Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WorldOct 19Photos: Billionaire Okoya’s son ties the knot in private ceremonyIdris Okoya, son of billionaire industrialist and Eleganza Group chairman Razaq Okoya, has married his partner, Rukoyah, in a private wedding ceremony. The post Photos: Billionaire Okoya’s son ties the knot in private ceremony appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 19Tinubu extends tenure of heads of Immigration, Correctional ServicesPresident Bola Tinubu has approved 18-month tenure extensions for Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service and Kemi Nanna Nandap, Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service. The post Tinubu extends tenure of heads of Immigration, Correctional Services appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
DisasterBreakingOct 19Two casualties as tanker catches fire under Otedola Bridge in LagosLASTMA announced the incident in a post on X at about 5:10 p.m., saying firefighters were battling the blaze while emergency responders attended to the victims. The post Two casualties as tanker catches fire under Otedola Bridge in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 192027: Atiku’s ethnic, religious appeal won’t work in North – Iliyasu KwankwasoA chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Musa Iliyasu Kwankwaso, has said former Vice President Atiku Abubakar cannot rely on ethnic and religious sentiments to win support in northern Nigeria ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The post 2027: Atiku’s ethnic, religious appeal won’t work in North – Iliyasu Kwankwaso appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 19Police explain presence at suspended Archbishop Ibezim’s church serviceThe Anambra State Police Command has explained that the presence of security operatives during the church service conducted by Archbishop Alexander Ibezim, the suspended Anglican Archbishop on the Niger and Bishop of Awka Diocese, on Sunday was to maintain law and order and prevent a breakdown of peace. The post Police explain presence at suspended Archbishop Ibezim’s church service appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
ConflictBreakingOct 19Drone Strikes Across Sudan Kill More Than 100 PeopleChannels TV
PoliticsOct 19Court dismisses El-Rufai’s N120 million rights suit against SSS, EFCC, ICPC, AGFMr El-Rufai alleged that the respondents violated his rights by seizing his passport and attempting to arrest him at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja upon his arrival in the country in February. The post Court dismisses El-Rufai’s N120 million rights suit against SSS, EFCC, ICPC, AGF appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times