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PoliticsOct 15Reps move to establish national authority for renewable energy, pass bill for second readingThe bill seeks to transfer renewable energy functions from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, Rural Electrification Agency and Rural Electrification Fund to a proposed National Authority for Renewable Energy. The post Reps move to establish national authority for renewable energy, pass bill for second reading appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 15Make sure subsidy savings go to poor citizens, IMF tells Nigerian Govt, others“And our advice in many places has been to phase these subsidies gradually, and make sure that what you save from the subsidy reform is well targeted to those who actually need it,” the fund said. The post Make sure subsidy savings go to poor citizens, IMF tells Nigerian Govt, others appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsOct 15Wike warns politicians against manufacturing grievances to win power….Laments decline in presidential election turnout By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, has warned politicians against manufacturing grievances to win power, saying the tactic can “become the weapon that divides the country tomorrow.” Wike gave the warning on Thursday in a keynote address titled “People, Politics and Power […] The post Wike warns politicians against manufacturing grievances to win power appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 152027: Odii pledges ₦2trn investment for EbonyiBy Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, governorship candidate in Ebonyi State, Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii, has pledged to attract more than ₦2 trillion in private investment to the state within six months if elected governor in 2027. Odii made the pledge on Thursday during an interview on Arise Television’s The Morning Show, where […] The post 2027: Odii pledges ₦2trn investment for Ebonyi appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
ConflictOct 15HRW calls for greater access to Tigray region to ensure civilian protectionInternational NGO Human Rights Watch is calling for greater access to Ethiopia's Tigray region to better protect the population. The organisation says the renewed fighting between federal forces and Tigrayan rebels has cost lives and access to vital services.Africanews [en]
WorldOct 15School feeding programme supports children and local farmers in CARThe World Food Programme says more than 250,000 children receive meals in 335 schools across the country.Africanews [en]
DisasterBreakingOct 15Four feared dead, many injured as fuel tanker explodes in EdoVanguard Nigeria
ConflictOct 15Intersociety claims 7,500 Christians killed in AfricaVanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 15Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade suffers ankle fractureAccording to ESPN, an MRI scan at the hospital confirmed the fracture, with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) saying the captain would undergo surgery in Paris on Friday. The post Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade suffers ankle fracture appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 15FIFA U-17 Women’s W/Cup: Nigeria’s Flamingos Eye Gold In MoroccoWhile coach Akeem Busari and the Flamingos are determined to make Nigeria proud, finishing high in Morocco will require grit, character and tactical ingenuity. The post FIFA U-17 Women’s W/Cup: Nigeria’s Flamingos Eye Gold In Morocco appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
Sci & TechOct 15NCC phone approval USSD code: How to check if your phone is approved in NigeriaThe Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) phone approval USSD code is *315#, which Nigerians can dial to check whether their mobile phones and other eligible devices are approved and verified for use on local telecommunications networks. The post NCC phone approval USSD code: How to check if your phone is approved in Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 15Raila Odinga's legacy: Can Kenya preserve the democratic space he helped create?One year after Raila Odinga's death, Kenyans are reflecting on his contribution to democratic reforms and national reconciliation. However, the so-called 'handshakes', with his political rivals remain debatable.DW News [en]
PoliticsOct 15Imo APC primaries: Group urges aspirants to resolve disputeBy Dennis Agbo A political group, Democracy Alliance (DA), has urged aspirants seeking the All Progressives Congress (APC) tickets for Imo West and Imo North senatorial districts to resolve their differences through the party’s established channels ahead of the 2027 general elections. The group also called on political actors involved in the dispute to avoid […] The post Imo APC primaries: Group urges aspirants to resolve dispute appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 15APC ruined Nigerians’ lives — Abdullahi; We’re solving problems Atiku created, Morka repliesAbdullahi argued that the Tinubu administration’s policies had worsened the economic and social conditions of Nigerians, insisting that the government should admit its shortcomings and change direction. The post APC ruined Nigerians’ lives — Abdullahi; We’re solving problems Atiku created, Morka replies appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 15Malabu Oil: Court acquits Abubakar, others on money laundering chargesBy Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA – The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday discharged and acquitted oil mogul Aliyu Abubakar, who was accused of complicity in the criminal diversion of funds linked to the Malabu Oil & Gas Limited deal. The court, in a judgment delivered by Justice Inyang Ekwo, also discharged seven other defendants […] The post Malabu Oil: Court acquits Abubakar, others on money laundering charges appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HealthOct 15Toluwanisings was rushed to 8 hospitals before death – PAThe personal assistant to late gospel singer Olayemi Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, Babadunni Gbolabo, has recounted how the singer was rushed to between seven and eight hospitals in Ibadan, Oyo State, after suddenly slumping, but efforts to secure medical attention were unsuccessful. The post Toluwanisings was rushed to 8 hospitals before death – PA appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsOct 15No Plan To Increase Electricity Tariff — FGIt says it's pursuing an energy strategy that would improve electricity supply through designated energy zone. The post [UPDATED] No Plan To Increase Electricity Tariff, FG Insists appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
PoliticsOct 152027: INEC debunks report on voter register display in LagosBy Olayinka Ajayi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Lagos State has debunked a media report alleging that the register of voters was not displayed at some registration centres in Alimosho and Shomolu Local Government Areas of the state. The commission, in a statement by its Head of Voter Education and Publicity, Esther Emeh, […] The post 2027: INEC debunks report on voter register display in Lagos appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MilitaryOct 15NAF assures Igbokoda residents of action on environmental concernsBy Kingsley Omonobi The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has assured residents of Igbokoda, Ondo State, that it will work with relevant authorities to address environmental concerns arising from the recent aircraft crash in the area. The assurance followed reports of an offensive odour and fears of possible environmental impact after the accident. The NAF Director […] The post NAF assures Igbokoda residents of action on environmental concerns appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WorldOct 15NUC Approves Additional 12 New Degree Programmes For FUTIA‎The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Leo Daniel, while expressing delight following the NUC approval, pledged the university’s commitment towards creating more opportunities and expanding access for people in the host community, Akwa Ibom State, the South-South region, Nigeria and the world at large. The post NUC Approves Additional 12 New Degree Programmes For FUTIA appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BusinessOct 15Aviation: with the takeover of TAP, can Lufthansa challenge Air France-KLM in Africa?Avec une offre de 1,2 milliard d’euros, Lufthansa intègre le capital de TAP Air Portugal. Une prise de participation qui lui ouvre grand les portes du marché lusophone en Afrique et renforce sa présence face à Air France-KLM.Jeune Afrique
WorldOct 15Africa : Tough Outing for Zambia At TotalEnergies CAF Futsal Africa Cup of NationsZambia faced a difficult competition at the TotalEnergies CAF Futsal Africa Cup of Nations. This reports on the performance of a national team in a regional sporting event.allafrica.com · Nigeria
PoliticsOct 15Strike looms as NLC rejects FG response to 14-day ultimatum…Insists on petrol price cut, tax relief, others By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has rejected the Federal Government’s response to its demands for urgent economic relief and the commencement of negotiations for a new national minimum wage, raising concerns over a possible escalation of industrial tension as its 14-day ultimatum runs its […] The post Strike looms as NLC rejects FG response to 14-day ultimatum appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BusinessBreakingOct 15Petrol price cut: Filling stations shut in KebbiBy Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi The reduction in petrol pump price announced by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has been followed by the closure of several filling stations in Birnin Kebbi, leaving motorists and commuters struggling to access the product. A survey by our correspondent revealed that a day after the NNPC announced […] The post Petrol price cut: Filling stations shut in Kebbi appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria