Year: 2024
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ICPC recovers N13bn in 30 days, vows to tame corruption in 5 years
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has recovered N13 billion in diverted public funds over the past 30 days, marking a significant milestone in its anti-corruption efforts. This recovery is part of ICPC’s intensified measures to combat corruption, as detailed in its 2024-2028 Strategic Action Plan unveiled Wednesday in Abuja. The…
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Top 10 strongest currencies in Africa
Vanguard News Africa has a wide range of currencies across its countries, each with its own history and reasons for being one of the strongest in the world. Despite facing challenges, some African currencies have managed to hold their value against the US dollar. Let’s take a look at the top 10 strongest African currencies…
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Caution Dauda Lawal over Latest Banditry in Zamfara state, Indigene Tells IGP
As the news of the latest banditry activity in Maradun area of Zamfara state is making rounds, lofty insights abound as deep investigative journalism has taken a centre stage concerning the prevailing Zamfara state insecurity menace. An indigene of Maradun and an appointee of the Zamfara state Government (name withheld), has called on the Inspector…
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Full Text of President Tinubu’s speech on Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary
Fellow Nigerians, as I address you today, I am deeply aware of the struggles many of you face in these challenging times. Our administration knows that many of you struggle with rising living costs and the search for meaningful employment. I want to assure you that your voices are heard. As your President, I assure…
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Naira Under Fresh Pressure in Parallel Market Against U.S Dollar
Vanguard News There are indications that the nation’s currency has come under fresh demand pressure in the parallel market with significant depreciation recorded in the past week. Yesterday, parallel market dealers traded at N1,705/ $1.00 down from N1,655/$1.00 a week ago, with sustained day-to-day slide. Vanguard’s Naira watch indicates the steady slide is happening for…
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Mega filling station owners offer to deliver fuel to 774 LGs at cheaper rate
The Association of Mega Filling Station Owners of Nigeria has called for a stronger partnership between the association and the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited. The Association said it could transport fuel to the 774 local government headquarters in the country at a cheaper rate to make the product available to the…
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How I Got Audio Recording of Bobrisky – VeryDarkMan
Edo-born self styled Activist, Martins Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan, has revealed how he got the audio recording of cross dresser, Idris Okuneye, aka Bobrisky. Vanguard had reported how VeryDarkMan on Monday honored the invitation of the House of Reps, to explain the allegations involving the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the Nigerian…
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Five Worshippers Dead, Several Hospitalised after Church feast in Ibadan
A tragic incident at an Ibadan-based white-garment church has resulted in the deaths of five worshippers with several others receiving treatment at the Infectious Disease Centre (IDC) in Olodo, Oyo State. The church feast, known locally as “Ipese,” took place during a service last Sunday and has raised concerns regarding its safety. As of Saturday…
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How Looming Strike in Varsities Can Be Averted – ASUU Tells Nigerians
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has informed Nigerians on way to avert looming strike, as it called on the National Peace Committee headed by the former military ruler, Gen. Abdulsalam Abubakar (retd), to prevail on the Federal Government to meet its demands that have been causing a crisis between them for many years.…
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Edo governorship election: Observers Release Damning Reports
Vanguard News Controversy has expectedly continued to trail the Edo governorship election which saw the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declaring Senator Monday Okpebolo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) the winner. The results have been defended by the party that won and their sympathizers, but vigorously challenged by the two other candidates in the…