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Arik Air Jet Makes Precautionary Emergency Diversion to Benin After Mid-Air Engine Anomaly

KEY POINTS An Arik Air Lagos–Port Harcourt flight diverted safely to Benin after pilots detected abnormal engine readings mid-air. The crew shut down the affected engine and landed without incident; no injuries were reported. The NSIB has launched a formal investigation, with a preliminary...

Tinubu Nominates Former Envoy Ismail Yusuf as NAHCON Chairman

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has nominated former ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf as NAHCON chairman and CEO. The appointment requires Senate confirmation, with a request sent to Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Yusuf will replace Abdullahi Usman, who resigned after about 14 months in office President Bola...

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Presidential Pardon List Faces Review After Public Outcry

The presidency moves to review Nigeria’s presidential pardon list after public backlash over controversial inclusions and objections from key security agencies.

Olowu of Kuta Hails Ooni of Ife at 51, Calls Him a Rallying Point

Olowu of Kuta, Oba Hammed Oyelude Makama, celebrates Ooni of Ife at 51, lauding his role as a unifier and promoter of Yoruba tradition.

Nigeria’s Crude Output Reaches 454 Million Barrels in Nine Months

Nigeria’s crude oil production reached 454.28 million barrels in nine months, driven by condensate output despite periodic disruptions and maintenance delays

Eight Security Officers Killed in Zamfara Ambush

Eight security officers were killed in a Zamfara bandit attack, highlighting worsening insecurity and mounting risks for police patrols

Treat Mental Health As National Priority, Vanguard Editor Tells Nigerians

Vanguard Editor Eze Anaba urges Nigerians to show empathy toward mental health struggles and support decriminalizing suicide attempts.

Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Slips to ₦1,463

The dollar to naira exchange rate steadied near ₦1,460 officially and ₦1,500 on the street amid tight dollar supply and strong demand.

Amupitan Pledges Credible Elections, Says Losers Will Congratulate Winners

INEC chair Joash Amupitan promises credible elections where losers congratulate winners under his leadership.

Nigeria Rethinks Mathematics Exemption for Art Students

Nigerian universities are reconsidering the Mathematics exemption for art students amid debates on creativity, inclusivity, and academic balance.

Google Partners With Nigeria to Train Civil Servants in AI

Nigeria’s civil service will start learning AI to make government smarter.

Fubara Cancels ₦134bn CCECC Contract, Demands ₦20bn Refund

Governor Fubara cancels CCECC’s ₦134bn secretariat project in Rivers State and directs the refund of ₦20bn paid to the firm.

Abia 2027: Otti Tells APC to Forget Election Rigging Plans

Otti warns APC over 2027 election plot in Abia, urging fair play and respect for INEC campaign rules.

NDIC Expands Awareness Drive To Protect Small Savers

NDIC rolls out deposit insurance awareness among small savers to protect low-income Nigerians and boost banking confidence.

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Arik Air Jet Makes Precautionary Emergency Diversion to Benin After Mid-Air Engine Anomaly

KEY POINTS An Arik Air Lagos–Port Harcourt flight diverted safely to Benin after pilots...

Tinubu Nominates Former Envoy Ismail Yusuf as NAHCON Chairman

KEY POINTS President Tinubu has nominated former ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf as NAHCON chairman...

Senate Warns Against Delays, Demands Full Release of Defence Funds

KEY POINTS The Senate has warned that delays in implementing the defence budget could...

Nigeria’s Capital Importation Surges 75% to $21 Billion in First Ten Months of 2025

KEY POINTS Nigeria’s capital importation soared to $21 billion in the first ten months...