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Police Arrest 13 Over Killing of 23-Year-Old in Edo Community Clash

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Police Command has arrested 13 suspects following a violent clash that erupted in the Ogheghe community, Upper Siluko Road, Benin City, after the killing of 23-year-old Chigozie Ifeonu. The unrest, which occurred on Wednesday, reportedly began when a youth of Northern extraction allegedly stabbed Ifeonu to death during a dispute over a […]

Petrol Price May Exceed ₦1,000/Litre as Tinubu Approves 15% Fuel Import Tariff

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Petroleum marketers have warned that the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, could surpass ₦1,000 per litre following President Bola Tinubu’s approval of a 15 per cent ad valorem import tariff on fuel imports. The new policy, which takes effect after a 30-day transition period ending November 21, 2025, is […]

Ex-World Bank Adviser Urges Nigerians to Support 2026 Tax Reform Law

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

A former Political and Economic Adviser at the World Bank, Dr. Mahmoud Alfa, has called on Nigerians to support the forthcoming 2026 tax reform law, stressing that the success of President Bola Tinubu’s fiscal agenda depends on public trust and responsible governance. In a statement issued on Friday in Abuja, the Kogi-born economist commended the […]

Fuel Surcharge Won’t Take Effect Until Economy Improves — Oyedele

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, has assured that the proposed 5 percent fuel surcharge will not be implemented until key economic indicators show significant improvement — particularly an appreciation of the naira or a decline in global crude oil prices. Speaking at the Haulage and Logistics […]

Swift Security Response Averts Bloodbath in Edo Communities

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

A swift intervention by the Edo State Security Squad has averted what could have escalated into a major bloodbath in Benin City, following violent clashes that erupted between youths in Ogheghe and Ohoghobi communities, Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State. The unrest, which broke out on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, claimed the […]

King Charles Strips Prince Andrew of Royal Titles, Orders Him Out of Windsor Residence

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

In a sweeping move that underscores his resolve to protect the monarchy’s integrity, King Charles III has stripped his younger brother, Prince Andrew, of all royal titles and ordered him to vacate his longtime residence on the Windsor estate. Buckingham Palace confirmed the decision in a statement on Thursday, saying the Duke of York will […]

Military Arrests 15 More Officers Over Alleged Coup Plot

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Fresh developments have emerged indicating that the Nigerian military has apprehended an additional 15 officers of various ranks in connection with an alleged coup plot against the Federal Government. The latest arrests bring the total number of detained officers to over 40. According to sources who spoke with Vanguard, the new arrests were made following […]

Senate Confirms Dr Bernard Doro as Minister of the Federal Republic

October 30, 2025October 30, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Senate on Thursday confirmed Dr Bernard Doro as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Doro’s screening, which lasted less than 30 minutes, saw lawmakers commend his wealth of experience and leadership credentials. The Plateau-born technocrat, who becomes the third minister from his state in the current administration, pledged to uphold fairness, transparency, […]