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Consumers in Nigeria paid N196.68 billion for electricity in February 2026, according to the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission. This payment occurred despite ongoing issues with poor power supply across the country.
UnwindFest, organized by YellowLyfe, will bring together founders and business leaders in Lagos to discuss challenges faced by startups in Nigeria. The event aims to foster dialogue and solutions for improving startup survival rates.
The Ugbarajo Itsekiri Youths have urged Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to ensure a transparent primary process for the APC. They emphasize the importance of fairness in selecting candidates for the upcoming elections.
"The questions he raised about governance, accountability, and nation-building remain as relevant as ever" The post President Yar’Adua wasn’t driven by noise or theatrics – Tambuwal appeared first on Vanguard News.
Former Kano State governor Abdullahi Ganduje has publicly referred to Muhammad Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano for the first time since removing him from the throne in 2020. The post Ganduje finally addresses Sanusi as Emir after 2020 removal appeared first on Vanguard News.
NIESV has urged the Federal Government to create a national property data bank. This initiative could potentially unlock N500 trillion in wealth.
The UNFPA emphasizes the urgent need for 1 million additional midwives to enhance sexual and reproductive health services. This initiative could potentially save 4 million lives annually.
By Dickson Omobola Barely two weeks after Federal Government approved a 30 per cent discount on outstanding statutory fees owed by domestic airlines to aviation agencies, experts in the air transport sector have faulted the decision. The stakeholders described it as a wrong move ...
Yoruba leaders and other eminent Nigerians gathered to celebrate Pa Reuben Fasoranti on his 100th birthday. They honored his selfless service to both Yorubaland and Nigeria.
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has honoured the late President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua on the 16th anniversary of his death, describing him as a selfless leader whose legacy of integrity, justice and service continues to inspire Nigerians. The post ‘He led and served’...
Nentawe Yilwatda, the APC National Chairman, has issued a warning against actions that could hinder the North's economic renewal agenda. He emphasized the importance of unity and focus to achieve economic progress in the region.
Senator Godswill Akpabio declared the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as effectively dead following recent defections. This shift is part of the larger political realignment as Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections.
Names Olabimtan state DG, inaugurated Ondo chapter By Dayo Johnson Akure The Director-General of Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) and Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has said that President Bola Tinubu’s achievements have positioned him for a smooth path ...
IGP Disu has launched a new police tactical unit aimed at combating violent crime in Nigeria. He also condemned the recent extra-judicial killing of a suspect in Delta State as unlawful.
According to her, men who marry women earning more than them may struggle to maintain respect in the marriage over time. The post Why men should marry women they’re richer than – Lizzy Gold appeared first on Vanguard News.
Ibrahim Shehu Shema reflects on the enduring legacy of late President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua, marking 16 years since his passing. Shema emphasizes the impact Yar'Adua had on his life and leadership.
Nigerian lawmakers have condemned the recent killings of Nigerians in South Africa and urged for the evacuation of citizens. They also called on the Pan-African Parliament to take action against xenophobia across the continent.
The WHO and Africa CDC have highlighted a growing funding gap for malaria control in Africa. They emphasized the need for transforming Primary Health Care to enhance malaria elimination efforts.
Since the first-ever FIFA World Cup held in Uruguay in 1930, only eight countries have claimed the coveted prize, a hallmark of excellence and remarkable reality for football lovers to savour. The post Meet 8 countries that have won the FIFA World Cup appeared first on Vanguard N...
Kled AI has removed its app from the Nigerian App Store due to a high percentage of fraudulent data. The founder reported that 94.2% of a sample from Nigeria was found to be fake or altered.
The fatal accident, which occurred at the Ilaje axis inward Iyana Oworo, involved two vehicles with registration numbers LSR 809 GV and LSR 695 HM. The post One dead, driver arrested as vehicles collide on Third Mainland Bridge appeared first on Vanguard News.
Ex-NASENI CEO Mohammad Haruna officially enters the 2027 Nasarawa governorship race under the APC, pledging to prioritize education and infrastructure.
Women advocates urge Nigeria’s National Assembly to urgently pass the Special Seats Bill to boost female participation in politics before the 2027 election
Nigeria’s House of Reps urges the FG to address soaring aviation fuel costs, warning of airline collapse and severe economic consequences.
KolaDaisi University, Ibadan, has appointed Professor Olajumoke Morenikeji as the new Vice-Chancellor-designate, set to assume office in August 2026.
Kwara State has introduced its first-ever computer-based promotion exam for civil servants, replacing the traditional paper-based assessment method.
Nigeria's Distribution Companies (DisCos) lost N8 billion in revenue in February, according to a report by NERC. This loss occurred despite improvements in operational efficiencies, indicating ongoing instability in the sector.
New initiatives in Abuja are set to enhance cancer care access in the FCT. The City Cancer Challenge projects will focus on improving diagnosis and treatment.
A 17-year-old student from FUTO, Mary Uzoma, has been kidnapped in Imo State. The police are actively conducting a search and rescue operation to locate her.
The Nigerian Correctional Service has destroyed 1,167 phones to combat contraband smuggling. Additionally, 147 officers have been sanctioned for their involvement in misconduct related to these activities.