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ConflictOct 18Eight Nigerian soldiers killed as army vehicle hits landmineVanguard Nigeria
MilitaryOct 18EU pledges €20m defence support to Nigerian militaryThe European Union (EU) has pledged €20 million in defence support to the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) under the European Peace Facility (EPF), as Nigeria seeks to strengthen its military operations against terrorists and other security threats. The proposed assistance was discussed when the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), met with the […] The post EU pledges €20m defence support to Nigerian military appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 18FRSC Ogun Sector Commander, Ogunjobi, dies after brief illnessBy James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced the death of its Ogun State Sector Commander, Corps Commander Oludare Ogunjobi, following a brief illness. The FRSC RS2.2 Ogun State Sector Command announced his death in a statement issued on Sunday, expressing sadness over the loss of the senior officer. The statement, […] The post FRSC Ogun Sector Commander, Ogunjobi, dies after brief illness appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
DisasterOct 18Food or medicine? The impossible choices facing Sudan’s chronically illAl Jazeera [en]
PoliticsOct 18SERAP Sues INEC Over ₦126.46bn Electoral FundsSERAP is seeking an order of mandamus compelling INEC to disclose detailed information on the expenditure, utilisation and disbursement of the funds. The post SERAP Sues INEC Over ₦126.46bn Electoral Funds appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
HealthOct 18I’ve been diabetic since 1996 – Actor Jide KosokoVeteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has revealed that he has been living with diabetes since 1996, saying his years of experience with the condition have helped him understand his health better. The post I’ve been diabetic since 1996 – Actor Jide Kosoko appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 18Health workers’ strike disrupts hospital services in KatsinaPatients and caregivers have expressed concern over disrupted healthcare services as health professionals in Katsina State embark on a one-week warning strike over welfare and remuneration. The post Health workers’ strike disrupts hospital services in Katsina appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WorldOct 18Hilarious quips and ‘100,000-volt’ energy: the hypemen (and women) redefining Afrobeats musicStyle of emceeing based on high-octane, ad-libbed vocals has flourished thanks to its unique way of captivating crowdsFor the 2015 freshmen cohort of the history degree programme at the University of Lagos, their classmate’s first-semester presentation was so captivating that they began calling him Toby Shang, after the 16th-century Chinese dynasty he had focused on.His crowd engagement that day had been harnessed from his high school days as a ginger-man (energiser) in a three-man band and as a private tutor. By his final year at university, his viral catchphrases and infectious energy had reGuardian World
PoliticsOct 18SERAP sues INEC over failure to account for ‘₦126bn electoral funds’The funds were meant to buy ballot boxes, electoral devices and materials, sensitive materials and result sheets, vehicles and accreditation devices... The post SERAP sues INEC over failure to account for ‘₦126bn electoral funds’ appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
MilitaryOct 18Nigeria's Army Chief of Staff visits troops in Borno after deaths of 15 solidersAfricanews [en]
WorldOct 18NDLEA issues public alert after intercepting woman with drugs concealed in palm oil kegThe agency has repeatedly cautioned travellers against accepting packages whose contents they cannot independently verify, as traffickers may exploit personal relationships and unsuspecting couriers to move illicit substances across borders. The post NDLEA issues public alert after intercepting woman with drugs concealed in palm oil keg appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 18SERAP sues INEC over alleged ₦126bn missing electoral fundsThe Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has sued the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over its alleged failure to account for more than ₦126.46bn appropriated for electoral operations. The post SERAP sues INEC over alleged ₦126bn missing electoral funds appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 18Anambra : Obi of Onitsha Igwe Achebe marks 24th Ofala , urges FG to address poverty , insecurityThe Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Achebe, is marking his 24th Ofala festival and has urged the Federal Government to address issues of poverty and insecurity. This highlights a local leader's call for national government action on critical societal challenges.blueprint.ng · Nigeria
HealthOct 18Kenya confirms four new Ebola cases, including three health workersPremium Times
ConflictOct 18Attacked from the sky : Sudanese goldminers count deadly cost of eking out a living on the Egypt borderaol.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsOct 182027: APC chairman predicts 70% North’s votes for TinubuYilwatda said the administration was also undertaking railway and healthcare projects across the region, including health centres and free medical services for pregnant women. The post 2027: APC chairman predicts 70% North’s votes for Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BusinessOct 18Gombe community gets 1MW solar power plant after 17 years off national gridThe 1-megawatt (MW) solar mini-grid project is expected to benefit about 6,000 households and businesses inTalasse, Balanga Local Government Area of Gombe State The post Gombe community gets 1MW solar power plant after 17 years off national grid appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WorldOct 18Dele Cole: Life and times of eminent journalist, ambassador“Dele Cole was one of the pioneers of modern Nigerian journalism. As MD of the Daily Times, he helped create a new, more confident and intellectually vibrant newspaper culture" The post Dele Cole: Life and times of eminent journalist, ambassador appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 18Literary icon Damian Opata laid to restLate Mr Opata, who retired from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) after many years of meritorious academic service, was engaged in community, state and national service before his demise. The post Literary icon Damian Opata laid to rest appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 18Tinubu’s Northern support not a blank cheque — ShettimaVice-President Kashim Shettima has warned that growing support in northern Nigeria for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid is not a “blank cheque”, saying the administration must earn voters’ confidence through transparency, accountability and measurable results. Shettima spoke in Abuja on Saturday at the unveiling of the Arewa for Asiwaju (A4A) campaign head office and the […] The post Tinubu’s Northern support not a blank cheque — Shettima appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 182027: Why I’m best man for Ogun job —Yayi“My father was not buried in Ekiti; my father was buried in the house he built at Ogunsola Street at Alaguntan in Alimosho" The post 2027: Why I’m best man for Ogun job —Yayi appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 18Macron should suspend Nigeria visit, prioritise France — OnohBy Emma Nnadozie Former South-East presidential spokesman, Denge Josef Onoh, has urged French President Emmanuel Macron to suspend his planned state visit to Nigeria, scheduled for October 28 and 29, 2026, arguing that France’s domestic challenges should take priority over international engagements. Onoh, in a statement made available to journalists in Abuja on Sunday, said […] The post Macron should suspend Nigeria visit, prioritise France — Onoh appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
ConflictOct 18Troops kill two suspected kidnappers, rescue victim, recover ransom in Kano – OfficialThe operation led to the killing of two suspected kidnappers and the rescue of the victim, while other members of the gang reportedly fled into Falgore Forest. The post Troops kill two suspected kidnappers, rescue victim, recover ransom in Kano – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
ConflictOct 18Military operations degrading terrorism, but peace needs community support — RibaduBy Kingsley Omonobi The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has said sustained military operations are degrading terrorist activities across Nigeria, but stressed that lasting peace requires stronger intelligence-sharing, effective border control and active community participation. Ribadu said the evolving nature of banditry and terrorism demanded a comprehensive security strategy combining military pressure with intelligence gathering, […] The post Military operations degrading terrorism, but peace needs community support — Ribadu appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria