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NAF Eliminates 592 Terrorists, Destroys 372 Assets in Eight Months of North-East Operations

August 13, 2025August 13, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has killed no fewer than 592 terrorists and destroyed 372 assets in a series of airstrikes carried out over the past eight months in the North-East. Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, disclosed this on Tuesday during a courtesy visit to Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, in […]

Tinubu Unveils Nigeria’s First National Industrial Manpower Development Policy

August 13, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Tinubu has announced plans for Nigeria’s first-ever National Industrial Manpower Development Policy, emphasizing that the nation’s greatest asset lies in its people rather than its natural resources. Speaking at the opening of the 2025 National Industrial Manpower Summit (NIMS) held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, the President — represented by Vice […]

PDP’s Hypocrisy and Desperation: Edo Government Fires Back at Opposition’s “Baseless Claims”

August 11, 2025August 11, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government has dismissed as “baseless, ill-informed, and laughable” a recent statement by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State, describing it as the “desperate wailings of a dead political party.” In a statement on Monday, the government took aim at the PDP’s spokesperson, Chris Osa Nehikhare, calling him “an ever-noisy but […]

Gov Okpebholo Felicitates APC National Chairman Yilwatda, Senator Urhoghide on Birthdays

August 8, 2025August 8, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Executive Governor of Edo State, His Excellency Senator Monday Okpebholo, has extended warm birthday wishes to Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), and Senator Matthew Urhoghide, Director-General of his governorship campaign council. In his congratulatory message, Governor Okpebholo praised Professor Yilwatda for his steadfast support to President Bola Ahmed […]

Gov Okpebholo Rallies Support for Tinubu’s 2027 Re-Election, Says Edo Owes Him Gratitude

August 8, 2025August 8, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has urged residents of Edo Central to rally behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, describing the President as a true friend of the State who “has taken Edo as his home.” Speaking at the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial campaign rally in Ugboha Ward 10, […]

Jonathan Reportedly Set to Contest 2027 Presidential Election

August 8, 2025August 8, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Former President of Nigeria, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, has allegedly agreed to contest the 2027 presidential election, according to a close political associate. The revelation, confirmed to Vanguard on Wednesday, indicated that the Bayelsa-born politician and member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has been engaged in ongoing consultations with northern political leaders to pave […]

FG Disburses ₦250,000 Grants to Small Business Owners in Ondo as VP Shettima Launches 7th MSME Clinic

August 6, 2025August 6, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

In a major boost to grassroots entrepreneurship, the Federal Government has disbursed ₦250,000 each in unconditional grants to outstanding small business owners in Ondo State. The initiative was unveiled on Tuesday in Akure, the Ondo State capital, as Vice President Kashim Shettima officially launched the 7th edition of the Expanded National Micro, Small and Medium […]

Oluremi Tinubu Donates ₦1 Billion, Relief Materials to Niger Flood Victims

August 6, 2025August 6, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has donated ₦1 billion to support victims of the recent devastating floods in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State. The donation was made through the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), the First Lady’s flagship humanitarian program, during her condolence visit to the state. According to a statement by […]