Authorities in Iraq say more than 600 Shiite pilgrims were briefly hospitalised after inhaling chlorine gas from a leak at a water treatment station overnight. The incident occurred on the busy route between the holy cities of Najaf and Karbala, as millions travel for the Arbaeen religious observance. The health […]
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Brazil’s New Consul General Pledges Stronger Ties with Nigeria
The new Consul General of Brazil to Nigeria, Ambassador Manuel Innocencio De Lacerda Santos Jnr, says his tenure will focus on improving visa processing, boosting tourism, and strengthening trade and economic cooperation between both nations. Speaking at the Nigeria-Brazil Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Lagos, he promised to promote […]
Adamawa Govt Denies Distributing Expired Food to Flood Victims
The Adamawa State Government has dismissed social media claims that expired foodstuffs were distributed to flood victims in Yola South. Executive Secretary of the State Emergency Management Agency, Celine Laori, told reporters that the allegations are politically motivated, aimed at tarnishing Governor Ahmadu Fintiri’s image. Laori said no expired items […]
Nigeria Rejects U.S. Proposal to Accept Deportees
The Federal Government has rejected a U.S. proposal to accept deported foreign nationals, calling it unrealistic and against Nigeria’s socio-economic and security interests. Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesman, Kimiebi Ebienfa, told Vanguard that unlike Rwanda, Eswatini, and South Sudan, Nigeria will not bow to pressure. He said accepting deportees, including […]
APGA Dismisses APC Candidate’s Victory Claims in Anambra Poll
The All Progressives Grand Alliance has told the APC’s governorship candidate in Anambra, Nicholas Ukachukwu, to stop making what it calls “empty boasts” ahead of the November 8 election. APGA’s Media Warriors Forum Coordinator, Chinedu Obigwe, was reacting to Ukachukwu’s claim at a rally that the APC “owns Anambra.” Obigwe […]
APS Inaugurates Ward Executives in Ihiala to Bolster Support for Governor Soludo’s Re-election
As the Anambra gubernatorial election approaches, the Anambra Patriots for Soludo (APS) has inaugurated its ward executives in Ihiala Local Government Area to rally grassroots support for Governor Charles Soludo’s second term. Held on August 6 at Ihiala Council Hall, the event attracted large crowds. APS State Chairman, Chief Ejiamatu […]
On Foreign News, US Tariffs Hit 20.1%, Highest in Over a Century
On Foreign News… The United States’ average tariff rate has surged to 20.1%, the highest since the early 1910s, according to new data from the WTO and IMF. This comes after new duties took effect Thursday under President Donald Trump’s latest executive order. Tariffs now range between 15% and 41%, […]
Federal Government Urges US to Engage Nigerians on Visa Policy Changes
Federal Government Urges US to Engage Nigerians on Visa Policy ChangesThe Federal Government has urged the United States to directly engage Nigerians whenever its visa laws or rules are reviewed. Information Minister Mohammed Idris made the appeal during a courtesy visit by US Ambassador Richard Mills in Abuja. Idris stressed […]
Waec Admits Error, Updates 2025 SSCE Results
The West African Examinations Council, WAEC, has apologised for errors in the 2025 SSCE results and released corrected figures. Over 1.2 million candidates—62.96% of the 1.9 million who sat the exam—now have five credit passes, including English and Mathematics. Initially, only 38.32% were recorded as having passed. WAEC admitted that […]
University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) Gets First Female CMD
History has been made at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital as Professor Idia Ize-Iyamu becomes the first female Chief Medical Director. Her appointment, approved by President Bola Tinubu, was confirmed in a letter signed by the Minister of Health, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate. Ize-Iyamu joined UBTH in 1997 and […]