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Kidnapping on Lagos-Abuja Bus Confirmed by Police
WorldPremium Times2d ago

Kidnapping on Lagos-Abuja Bus Confirmed by Police

Police have confirmed an attack on a Lagos-Abuja bus in Kogi State, leading to a kidnapping incident. The brother of one victim raised the alarm, stating his sister was abducted on April 13 while traveling to Abuja.

2026 UTME Begins Nationwide with 2.2 Million Candidates
BusinessPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng4d ago3 sources

2026 UTME Begins Nationwide with 2.2 Million Candidates

The 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has commenced across the nation, with approximately 2.2 million candidates registered to sit for the exam. Initial reports from centers, including those in Abuja, indicate a smooth and orderly conduct of the examination.

Northern Governors, Kano Emir Mourn El-Rufai’s Mother
WorldPremium Timesvanguard-ng22d ago2 sources

Northern Governors, Kano Emir Mourn El-Rufai’s Mother

Former Kaduna governor El-Rufai is experiencing public scrutiny while dealing with private grief, having lost his sister-in-law and mother within a week. Northern Governors, represented by Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, joined dignitaries and mourners at the National Mosque Abuja for the funeral prayer of his late mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai.

Lagos APC Dismisses Reports of Stranded Delegates at Abuja Convention
Politicsguardian-ngvanguard-ng23d ago2 sources

Lagos APC Dismisses Reports of Stranded Delegates at Abuja Convention

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed reports alleging that its delegates were stranded during the party’s Abuja convention, describing the claims as false and misleading, following earlier reports of the convention disrupting movement in the city.

Omoyele Sowore Criticizes NBA's 'Selective Outrage'
Worldvanguard-ng26d ago

Omoyele Sowore Criticizes NBA's 'Selective Outrage'

Activist and 2023 African Action Congress presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has responded to criticism from the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) regarding his conduct at the Federal High Court in Abuja, accusing the association of selective outrage.

U.S. Embassy in Nigeria to close for Eid-El-Fitr holiday
Worldvanguard-ng1mo ago

U.S. Embassy in Nigeria to close for Eid-El-Fitr holiday

The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria has announced a temporary closure of its offices in Abuja and Lagos in observance of the Eid-El-Fitr holiday. The post U.S. Embassy in Nigeria to close for Eid-El-Fitr holiday appeared first on Vanguard News.

JUST IN: Passengers injured as Abuja-Kaduna train derails
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JUST IN: Passengers injured as Abuja-Kaduna train derails

An Abuja-Kaduna train derails, injuring several passengers. The incident caused a sudden halt and panic among travelers on the busy rail corridor. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-passengers-injured-as-abuja-kaduna-train-derails/

NSIB launches probe into Kaduna–Abuja passenger train incident
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

NSIB launches probe into Kaduna–Abuja passenger train incident

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has commenced an investigation into a railway incident involving a passenger train operating along the Rigasa–Idu rail corridor. The post NSIB launches probe into Kaduna–Abuja passenger train incident appeared first on Vanguard News.

Politicspunch-ng5d ago

FCT Minister Wike Warns Contractors Over Project Deadlines

Nigeria's Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning to contractors handling major infrastructure projects in Abuja, insisting on a June deadline for completion ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s third anniversary.

Nigerian Government Reaffirms Stability Amid US Advisory
Worldpunch-ngvanguard-ng11d ago2 sources

Nigerian Government Reaffirms Stability Amid US Advisory

Nigeria's government has reassured citizens and investors of the country's stability, citing significant security gains and ongoing reforms, despite a routine US advisory and dismissing claims of instability.

ADC lists 6-point demands at INEC protest
Politics11d ago

ADC lists 6-point demands at INEC protest

Leaders and members of African Democratic Congress, ADC, joined a large demonstration in Abuja yesterday, protesting decisions of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC... The post ADC…

Nigerian Appeal Court Dismisses NBC's Bid to Impose Fines
Businessvanguard-ng18d ago

Nigerian Appeal Court Dismisses NBC's Bid to Impose Fines

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has unanimously dismissed an appeal by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), upholding a Federal High Court judgment that perpetually restrains the NBC from imposing fines on radio and television stations.

Nigerian Group Dismisses Police Extortion Claims
Worldvanguard-ng29d ago

Nigerian Group Dismisses Police Extortion Claims

The African Youth Development Alliance has refuted an online report alleging that Nigerian Police Special Investigation Unit officers extorted N5 million from an Abuja resident, calling the claims misleading.

Why Almajirai are infiltrating Abuja
Culturevanguard-ng1mo ago

Why Almajirai are infiltrating Abuja

Nine-year-old Aminu hails from Kankiya, in today’s Katsina State. He bears the mark of a child who is being robbed of his childhood, looking unkempt with his skin in dire need of soap and water. The…

PDP gains momentum as Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan validates membership
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

PDP gains momentum as Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan validates membership

By John Alechenu, Abuja Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) has validated her membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), urging Nigerians—particularly youths and party faithful—to do the same. The lawmaker disclosed this via her verified social media platforms, confirming she completed the process through the party’s electronic registration portal. She described the PDP as […] The post PDP gains momentum as Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan validates membership appeared first on ...

UK Nursery Worker Jailed for 30 Years for Child Rape and Abuse
WorldBBCukrainska-pravdaaftonbladet+14DWle-figaroSCMPsvenska-dagbladetrzeczpospolitaThe Independentstraits-timesklix-ba+6 more1mo ago17 sources

UK Nursery Worker Jailed for 30 Years for Child Rape and Abuse

Nathan Bennett, a UK nursery worker, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the rape and abuse of two and three-year-old boys, with a court describing his actions as 'every parent's nightmare'.

Wike’s ally, Abuja strongman, Philip Aduda quits PDP
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Wike’s ally, Abuja strongman, Philip Aduda quits PDP

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Peoples Democratic Party PDP suffered a major blow in the Federal Capital Territory FCT on Tuesday as former Senate Minority Leader, Senator Philip Tanimu Aduda, formally resigned his membership in the party. Aduda, an ally of the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, represented the FCT in the National Assembly for several […] The post Wike’s ally, Abuja strongman, Philip Aduda quits PDP appeared first on Vanguard News.

2027: Nigerians angry, hungry for change — Dickson
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

2027: Nigerians angry, hungry for change — Dickson

A former Governor of Bayelsa State and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Henry Seriake Dickson, on Monday said many Nigerians are increasingly frustrated with the current state of affairs in the country and are eager for political change ahead of the 2027 general elections. Dickson stated this in Abuja during the unveiling of the digital membership Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-nigerians-angry-hungry-for-change-dickson/

NSIB Probes Abuja-Bound Train Collision
Worldpunch-ng1mo ago

NSIB Probes Abuja-Bound Train Collision

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau is investigating a collision involving an Abuja-bound train after a detached locomotive struck a passenger train, causing injuries.

United Nigeria Airlines Suffers Multiple Bird Strikes
BusinessPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng4d ago3 sources

United Nigeria Airlines Suffers Multiple Bird Strikes

United Nigeria Airlines continues to experience bird strikes, with another Airbus A320-200 recently grounded after an incident during landing in Abuja. This adds to previous incidents, raising ongoing concerns about aviation safety and wildlife management.

ADC Secures New Venue for Convention After Setback
PoliticsPremium Timesguardian-ngpunch-ng+1vanguard-ng6d ago4 sources

ADC Secures New Venue for Convention After Setback

Nigeria's African Democratic Congress (ADC) faced initial setbacks with its convention venue, including a proprietor withdrawing permission, but ultimately secured a new location. The party insisted its convention would proceed as planned despite the challenges.

Gateway Air Commences Flights to Major Nigerian Cities
BusinessPremium Timesvanguard-ng9d ago2 sources

Gateway Air Commences Flights to Major Nigerian Cities

Ogun State-owned Gateway Air has announced plans to commence one-way flight operations to major Nigerian cities including Abuja, Port Harcourt, Calabar, Jos, and Kano starting April 13, operating on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

ADC Leadership Crisis: Court Sets April 14 for Hearing
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng10d ago2 sources

ADC Leadership Crisis: Court Sets April 14 for Hearing

The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled April 14 to hear a suit filed by Nafiu-Bala Gombe, seeking to prevent the Sen. David Mark-led faction from parading itself as the leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Politicspunch-ng11d ago

NAPTIP Rescues Woman from Domestic Abuse in Abuja

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) announced it rescued a 36-year-old woman from alleged spousal abuse in Asokoro Extension, Abuja. The agency shared details of the rescue on its official X account.

Boko Haram Suppliers Convicted in Nigerian Court
PoliticsPremium Timesvanguard-ng13d ago2 sources

Boko Haram Suppliers Convicted in Nigerian Court

A Federal High Court in Abuja has convicted several individuals for supplying goats, food, and Indian hemp to Boko Haram insurgents in Borno State, Nigeria, with one individual sentenced to 20 years in prison.

Nigerian President Tinubu approves N3.3 trillion plan to clear power sector debts
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Nigerian President Tinubu approves N3.3 trillion plan to clear power sector debts

President Bola Tinubu has approved a N3.3 trillion (approximately $2.2 billion) plan to clear Nigeria's power sector debts. The initiative aims to improve electricity reliability, stabilize the energy value chain, and restore investor confidence, following a review of legacy debts accumulated over a decade.

Sweden's Dismantling of State Administration and Court Rejection in ADC Party Dispute
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Sweden's Dismantling of State Administration and Court Rejection in ADC Party Dispute

A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a request to prevent Senator Ireti Kingibe from participating in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) due to alleged anti-party activities, ruling that she must be properly notified, while separately, Sweden is noted as the only OECD country to have dismantled a core pillar of its state administration.

PDP Faction Re-elects Mohammed, Anyanwu as Leaders at National Convention
PoliticsPremium Timesvanguard-ng21d ago2 sources

PDP Faction Re-elects Mohammed, Anyanwu as Leaders at National Convention

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aligned with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has re-elected Abdulrahman Mohammed and Samuel Anyanwu as national chairman and secretary, respectively, at the party’s national convention in Abuja, with over 2,000 delegates endorsing the 22-member National Working Committee.

PDP convention will hold as scheduled – Wike
Politicsvanguard-ng26d ago

PDP convention will hold as scheduled – Wike

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims of deep-seated factionalism within the Peoples Democratic Party PDP, asserting that the party…

EFCC Evicts Malami and Family from Abuja Residence Amid Forfeiture Case
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng26d ago2 sources

EFCC Evicts Malami and Family from Abuja Residence Amid Forfeiture Case

Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his family were forcefully evicted from their Abuja residence by the EFCC despite an ongoing forfeiture court case, with Malami previously criticizing the EFCC's presence as 'political intimidation' while the commission defended its actions as a court order execution.

Malami Accuses EFCC of Unlawful Eviction Attempt at Abuja Residence
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Malami Accuses EFCC of Unlawful Eviction Attempt at Abuja Residence

Former AGF Abubakar Malami has accused Nigeria's EFCC of unlawfully attempting to take over his Abuja residence and evict his family without a court order, despite a pending court case, following earlier reports of the EFCC cordoning off the property.

Non-Indigenes Form Coalition for Abuja Political Influence
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Non-Indigenes Form Coalition for Abuja Political Influence

A coalition of residents from Nigeria's 17 Southern states living in the Federal Capital Territory has formed the Southern Residents Stakeholders Forum, aiming to influence political representation for the AMAC/Bwari Federal Constituency in 2027.

Gowon Praises Tinubu's Economic Efforts and Urges Support for Government
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Gowon Praises Tinubu's Economic Efforts and Urges Support for Government

Former Nigerian Head of State Yakubu Gowon met with President Bola Tinubu, expressing gratitude and commending the President for his efforts in leading the country and advancing Nigeria’s economic progress and national stability. Gowon urged continued support for the government.

NRC adds extra Sallah train services on major routes
Businesspunch-ng1mo ago

NRC adds extra Sallah train services on major routes

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) announces extra Sallah train services on Lagos-Ibadan, Abuja-Kaduna, and other routes for the Eid-el-Fitr holiday. Read More: https://punchng.com/nrc-adds-extra-sallah-train-services-on-major-routes/

ACCI seeks stronger Nigeria, India ties to deepen bilateral trade
Businessvanguard-ng1mo ago

ACCI seeks stronger Nigeria, India ties to deepen bilateral trade

The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral trade and deepening business collaboration between Nigeria and India. Prof. Adesoji Adesugba, First Deputy President of ACCI, stated this during a courtesy visit by an ACCI delegation to the Indian High Commission in Abuja. Adesugba, who is also the National Vice […] The post ACCI seeks stronger Nigeria, India ties to deepen bilateral trade appeared first on Vanguard News.

Factional LP NEC dissolves Nenadi Usman caretaker committee
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Factional LP NEC dissolves Nenadi Usman caretaker committee

The National Executive Council of the Labour Party has dissolved the Nenadi Usman Caretaker Committee and reaffirmed its confidence in the National Working Committee led by Mr Julius Abure. This was stated in a release issued by the Secretary of the NEC Forum, Alhaji Abdulrahim Chindo, in Abuja on Tuesday. The News Agency of Nigeria Read More: https://punchng.com/factional-lp-nec-dissolves-nenadi-usman-caretaker-committee/

39 persons involved in Abuja multi-vehicle crash – FRSC
Worldvanguard-ng1mo ago

39 persons involved in Abuja multi-vehicle crash – FRSC

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed that 39 people were involved in a multiple-vehicle crash on the Kugbo Furniture Market axis of the AYA–Nyanya route in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The post 39 persons involved in Abuja multi-vehicle crash – FRSC appeared first on Vanguard News.

Tinubu departs Abuja for state visit to UK
Worldvanguard-ng1mo ago

Tinubu departs Abuja for state visit to UK

-PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu, accompanied by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, will depart Abuja on Tuesday, March 17, for a State Visit to the United Kingdom as guests of Their Majesties King…