Over 400,000 litres of stolen crude oil were recovered by the Nigerian Navy’s Operation Delta Sanity II across the Niger Delta in March 2025. Also, more than 30 illegal refinery sites were dismantled and several suspects linked to arms smuggling and oil bunkering were equally arrested by the operatives. According to a statement on Friday Read More

The Bayelsa State Government has condemned what it described as “criminal damage” of the Ogboinbiri/Obiobi 24-inch Gas Pipeline between Angiama and Angiamagbene in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area. A statement on Friday by the state Commissioner for Information, Orientation and Strategy, Mrs Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai, said, “This act of economic sabotage will not be tolerated.” The Read More

The Niger Delta Development Commission has released the sum of N10bn to the Niger Delta Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Trade, Mines and Agriculture to kick start its entrepreneur’s development program. The Commission explained that the N10 billion is an initial sum of the N30 billion which it promised to invest in the chamber and reaffirmed Read More

  Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the security framework of the Bola Tinubu-led administration, describing it as a failed system that has made killings across the country a recurring tragedy. In a statement on Friday via X, Atiku said the security situation under Tinubu has become a “nationwide phenomenon,” with cases of killings Read More

The Director-General of the World Trade Organization, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has warned that recent tariffs imposed by the United States could significantly affect global trade and economic growth. On April 2, US President Donald Trump announced global tariffs on all imports, including a 14 per cent tariff on goods from Nigeria. In a statement issued on Read More

Nigerian musician Chinagorom Onuoha, popularly known as African China, has intensified the ongoing 30 Days Rant Challenge with more videos and documentaries. The 30 Days Rant Challenge which was initiated by a NYSC corps member, seeks a redress on the nation's economic challenges. African China contributed by releasing a new song titled Photocopy, which critiques […] The post 30DayChallenge: African China drops more videos, documentaries appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Republican senators scrambled Friday to pass a budget plan that will unlock trillions of dollars for US President Donald Trump's vision of radical tax and spending cuts. The Trump-backed blueprint has sparked bitter clashes over how deeply to wield the knife among Republicans in Congress, already wary of public anger over sweeping cuts to federal […] The post Republicans squabble over blueprint to unlock Trump tax cuts appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Kenya can try Meta, parent company of Facebook, over allegations the social media platform failed to stop the spread of hateful content during a civil war in Ethiopia, a court said Friday. Two Ethiopian citizens and a local NGO accuse Facebook of promoting harmful content during the 2020-22 war between Ethiopia's federal government and rebels […] The post Kenya can try Ethiopia hate posts case against Meta: court appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

JALINGO – Honourable Dauda Samaila, the the Executive Chairman of Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State has lambasted the Tiv Elders’ Forum for alleging that he, (Dauda Samaila) gave them approval for the meeting which led to the appointment of Ter Wukari. In a press statement sign and issue by the chairman made available […]

By Gift ChapiOdekina The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has cleared Governor Chukwuma Soludo as he picked his nomination form for the upcoming primary election in Anambra state. Governor Soludo, who various groups and individuals have endorsed for a second term in office, picked his expression of interest and nomination forms at the APGA National […] The post Anambra Poll: Soludo picks nomination form, cleared to contest APGA primary appeared first on Vanguard News.

A 300 level student of Software Engineering , Veritas University, Abuja, Izuafa Abdulrafiu has been selected as Microsoft Most Valuable Player to attend a three-day summit in the United States of America. A statement by the Head of Corporate Affairs and Communications of the University, Ben. Agande said by this selection, Eighteen year old Izuafa [...]

President Donald Trump reaffirmed Friday that “my policies will never change,” defending his tariff strategy despite plunging U.S. stock markets. The post US tariffs: My policies ‘ll never change – Trump tells investors appeared first on Vanguard News.

Israeli military on Friday said its troops moved into northern Gaza, taking control of more territory around the edge of the enclave, days after the government announced plans to seize large areas with an operation in the south. According to a statement, soldiers carrying out the operation in Shejaia, a suburb east of Gaza City […] Israeli troops expand ‘security zone’ in northern Gaza

Tribune Online Customs issues first PAAR under B’Odogwu trade management system "The issuance of the first PAAR under B’Odogwu marks the beginning of a nationwide rollout aimed at streamlining Customs procedures and enhancing trade facilitation." Customs issues first PAAR under B’Odogwu trade management system Tribune Online

Controversial Nollywood actor Ganiyu Kehinde Morufu, popularly known as Ijoba Lande, has retracted his statement that popular actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele paid him a meager N90,000 after working on her movie set for a month. In a video message released Friday, Lande clarified that he was paid N190,000 and not N90,000 as earlier claimed. […] Funke Akindele paid me N190,000, not N90,000 – Ijoba Lande

Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs is facing fresh legal woes as federal prosecutors filed two additional criminal charges against him, just a month ahead of his scheduled trial in New York. The updated indictment, filed on Friday March 4, 2025, brings the total number of federal charges against the entertainment executive to five. The superseding […] The post Sean Diddy Combs hit with two more federal charges appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Tribune Online 2025: Top 10 richest countries in the World by GDP per capita Despite economic challenges worldwide, some countries have continued to maintain their strong financial position in terms of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita. The countries that dominate this year’s list are regarded as the richest. However, these countries’ economic strength stems from their efforts in financial sectors, pharmaceuticals, hospitality, technology, and energy. The GDP per […] 2025: Top 10 richest countries in the World by GDP per capita Tribune Online

Tribune Online Gov Otu cancels approved leave extension, returns to duty The Governor explained that the choice to forgo the leave extension was prompted by changes in his originally planned commitments, which required him to return to work sooner than anticipated. Gov Otu cancels approved leave extension, returns to duty Tribune Online

Activist politician, Omoyele Sowore has said former Nigerian First Lady, Patience Jonathan should be in prison. Sowore was reacting to the imprisonment of 15 domestic staff of Mrs Jonathan for over six years. The 15 staff members were jailed for over six years due to alleged theft of Mrs Jonathan’s jewelries reportedly worth over N750 […] Patience Jonathan should be in jail – Sowore on theft of N750m jewelries

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr. Ayo Sotinrin as the new Managing Director of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), with immediate effect. The appointment was confirmed in a statement issued on Friday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Sotinrin, a seasoned finance and agribusiness expert, brings a wealth Read More

ABUJA – As online dating gains popularity in Nigeria, Tramatch International Ltd, has reinstated its commitment to user safety and trust by implementing advanced Know Your Customer (KYC) verification and AI-driven fraud detection to sanitize the evolving sector. The co-founder, Elijah Bassey, disclosed this during a webinar, noting that dating scams have been a major […]

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has fixed April 10 to hear the suit that is seeking to sack the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, Rtd. The post Rivers: Court slates April 10 to hear suit against Tinubu, Ibas, others appeared first on Vanguard News.

April 04, (THEWILL) – Popular British actor and comedian, Russell Brand, has been charged with rape, indecent assault and sexual assault between 1999 and 2005. A statement issued by the Metropolitan Police stated that Brand was facing charges of rape of a woman in the Bournemouth area in 1999, indecent assault on a woman in […] The post British Actor Russell Brand Charged With Rape, Sexual Assault appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

…Says APC Delta adopting Gov Oborevwori as sole candidate democratic Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq, has commended the House of Representatives member representing the good people of Ughelli North/Ughelli South/Udu Federal Constituency under the All Progressives Congress, APC, Right Honourable Francis Waive, for taking the bull by […]

Human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has applauded Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Usaini Gumel for his alleged firm opposition to the proposed state of emergency in Rivers State. In a statement to journalists and sighted by PROMPTNEWS on his verified Facebook page, Adeyanju described Gumel’s stance as demonstration of integrity and courage, [...]

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has reported that three towers were affected by the tripping of the Ikeja-West/Osogbo 330-kilovolt (kV) transmission line.Resulting in a load loss of 165 megawatts (MW). TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Mrs Ndidi Mbah, who disclosed this on Friday in Abuja, noted that the incident had resulted in a […] The post Three towers affected by Ikeja-West, Osogbo 330kV line tripping –TCN appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Israel on Friday killed a commander of the Palestinian militant group Hamas in an airstrike on southern Lebanon, further testing a ceasefire that halted last year’s war between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. According to the Israeli military, the targeted militant, Hassan Farhat, was behind a rocket attack on the city of Safed last […] Israel kills Hamas commander in Lebanon

They decried what they termed as a misinterpretation of the judgement of the Bayelsa State High Court which had earlier issued an order restraining a rally in the state. The post Bayelsa pro-Wike rally will be held, organisers counter Gov Diri appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Kogi East Zonal Vice Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) Hon. Mikhail Suleiman Mohammed is dead. His family announced his demise on Friday. Late Mohammed was instrumental in APC retaining the governorship seat in the 2024 gubernatorial election in Kogi State. Meanwhile, the Deputy Governor of Kogi State, Comrade Joel Salifu, has […] Kogi APC zonal vice chairman is dead

The appointtee brings a diverse and extensive background in the private and public sectors to his new role. The post Tinubu appoints new MD for Bank of Agriculture appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Ondo State Police Command has announced the appointment of a new Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola, who has officially assumed duty. Ayanlade, a graduate of Sociology from the Nigeria Police Academy (Regular Course 2), also holds a Master’s degree in Criminology and Security Studies. He has previously served in various capacities, [...]

His appointment was announced in a statement signed by the President’s spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, on Friday. The post Tinubu Appoints Ayo Sotinrin As MD Of Bank Of Agriculture appeared first on Channels Television.

The Navy also discovered and deactivated 23 illegal crude oil refining sites while several wooden boats, and pumping machines were recovered The post Oil theft: Navy confiscates over 303,700 litres, deactivates 23 illegal refineries in Niger Delta appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kylian Mbappe was on Friday among three Real Madrid players fined by UEFA for “violating basic rules of decent conduct” during their Champions League last 16, second leg win over Atletico Madrid. France forward Mbappe was fined 30,000 euros ($33,000), with German defender Antonio Rudiger getting a 40,000-euro fine and midfielder Dani Ceballos 20,000 euros. Read More

A Federal High in Lagos has convicted and sentenced one Igboezue Emeka to one month imprisonment for money laundering. The convict was arrested on February 12, 2025 at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, for false currency declaration to the tune of $40,000( Forty Thousand United […] Court jails man one month for non-declaration of $40,000

. Wins Verbatim Magazine’s Governor Of 2024 Award ABUJA – The winner of the 2024 Verbatim Magazine Governor of the Year Award, the Governor of Nasarawa State, Engr, Abdullahi Sule has said that accountability, transparency, honesty and sincerity of purpose are some of the hallmarks and virtues of quality leadership that can lead to societal […]