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3 days ago
As the whereabouts of former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, remain unknown a week after he was declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and placed on a watch-list by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS)
3 days ago
African Development Bank (AfDB) President, Dr Akinwumi Adesina, said that Africa's immense economic potential is being undermined by non-transparent resource-backed loans that complicate debt resolution and compromise countries' future growth.
3 days ago
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has urged the Army to establish military formations in Sambisa Forest and the Mandara Hills, bordering Cameroon and Chad in the North East, to counter terrorism in the areas.
3 days ago
Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has challenged privileged Nigerians to help in tackling water scarcity and provide Almajiri children access to Western education.
3 days ago
The Police in Edo State have arrested a suspected cultist who had been on the wanted list of the police and 20 others for various crimes in the state.
3 days ago
Due to its strategic function as an interventionist agency in the South-South region, the management of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has said that the commission is marred with so much distrust and suspicion by residents.
10 hours ago
Kemi Sodeinde, who sells towels and bed sheets in wholesale at the Dosunmu Market, Lagos Island, lost goods worth over N15m in one of the recent fire incidents. 
10 hours ago
The environment is unkempt, while living condition is not encouraging. Facilities in the camp are inadequate and overcrowded.
10 hours ago
Reigning Commonwealth Games and African long jump record holder, Ese Brume, has shifted her focus to the United States for her qualification to the Paris 2024 Olympics Games after she was denied visa by the Chinese Embassy in Lagos, thereby preventing her from competing in the Diamond League in Suzhou, yesterday.
10 hours ago
Security experts and other stakeholders in the country have expressed mixed feelings over the call on Federal Government by the police high command to merge the National Security and Civil Defence Corp (NSCDC) and Federal Road Safety Corp (FRSC) with the force.
10 hours ago
Main opposition political party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) may not have bargained for what is currently playing out in the Southeast region.

News

31 mins ago
Mayotte, a French island in the Indian Ocean, said Sunday it had identified a total of 26 cases of cholera, stretching its care capabilities to the limit.
53 mins ago
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says the Air Components of Operations Whirl Punch and Delta Safe on Saturday, knocked out terrorists’ hideouts in Niger and illegal oil refining sites in the Niger Delta.
1 hour ago
The Lagos State House of Assembly has called on Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu to reactivate the Office of Drainage Services in the state to clear all drainage channels and ensure proper refuse disposal in the state.
1 hour ago
As criticisms continue to trail the alleged addition of sugar in infant formulas sold produced by Nestle, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has said that the Nido follow-up milk formula is not registered and not in circulation in Nigeria. Campaigners from Public Eye, a Swiss investigative organisation, had accused…
1 hour ago
Kano State Judicial Commission of Inquiry on public property and assets recovery investigating the National Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje will commence sitting on Monday. Earlier this month, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf inaugurated two judicial commissions of inquiry (JCI) to investigate instances of misappropriation of public properties and assets,…
1 hour ago
The management of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) at the weekend denied the alleged incidents of robbery and rape of the students of the University in its Ikole campus. The University management said such incident did not happen on the campus of the University because the management has provided very tight and reliable security for…
1 hour ago
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has hinted that members of the constitution review committees in the Senate and House of Representatives will engage President Bola Tinubu on different issues in the review process. This is as he called for synergy among the consultants and the secretariats of the Senate and House…
1 hour ago
Kogi State indigenes under the auspices of the Executive committee of confluence patriots has accused a former Governor of the state, Yahaya Adoza Bello of practically and tactically turning the state account into his personal Automatic Teller Machine (ATM) from whence he withdrew billions of naira for his personal use for eight years. The Economic…
1 hour ago
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted thunderstorms and sunshine from Sunday to Tuesday across the country.

Guardian TV

10 hours ago
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1 day ago
Nigeria has revoked 924 dormant mining licences while calling on investors to apply for the licences offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Meanwhile, the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry is urging the government to review the mining industry strategy to attract mineral exploration investments, reignite mining project development, and accelerate new mineral discoveries.
2 days ago
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2 days ago
The number of people suffering acute food insecurity rose in 2023 for the fifth year in a row, according to a UN-led report. Conflicts, extreme weather and economic shocks are worsening the food crisis many people face.

Sport

10 hours ago
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah said if he speaks “there will be fire” after he argued with manager Jurgen Klopp on the touchline during the 2-2 Premier League draw at West Ham.
10 hours ago
Team NNPC successfully defended their title as champions of the Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Games, as they emerged winners of the 19th edition that ended at the Moshood Abioa Stadium, Abuja, yesterday.
10 hours ago
Poor decision making may have thrown the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) into a serious confusion in its continued search for a new coach for the Super Eagles.
10 hours ago
World Archery Federation has expressed dissatisfaction with the conduct of the March 8, 2024 election in Abuja that threw up Mohammed Abdullahi as President of the Nigeria Archery Federation for a third term.
11 hours ago
Football fans in Nigeria and other sub-Saharan African countries now have the opportunity to follow games of the La Liga through StarTimes channels.
1 day ago
Liverpool's fading Premier League title hopes were dealt a near-fatal blow on Saturday as West Ham rescued a draw against Jurgen Klopp's men while Sheffield United dropped through the relegation trap door.

Latest

31 mins ago
Mayotte, a French island in the Indian Ocean, said Sunday it had identified a total of 26 cases of cholera, stretching its care capabilities to the limit.
53 mins ago
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says the Air Components of Operations Whirl Punch and Delta Safe on Saturday, knocked out terrorists’ hideouts in Niger and illegal oil refining sites in the Niger Delta.
1 hour ago
These days it seems like every time I refresh my instagram there is someone using a relaxer on their natural hair. I have also observed this new movement on Tiktok and YouTube. This maybe be the end of #teamnatural and the return of the relaxers. But I did not expect this from certain natural hair…
1 hour ago
The Lagos State House of Assembly has called on Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu to reactivate the Office of Drainage Services in the state to clear all drainage channels and ensure proper refuse disposal in the state.

Editorial

10 hours ago
The Israeli attack on the Iranian Consulate in Damascus, and the resultant retaliatory attack by Iran on Israel have no doubt raisedthe stakes in the Middle East war involving Israel and Hamas.

Features

10 hours ago
As the new planting season commences across the country, the late arrival of rain is sending a shiver down the spine of majority of the farmers.

Stories of The Week

18 Apr
Some Directors of agencies under the Ministry of Aviation who were recently relieved of their appointments have dragged the federal government to an industrial court. They said their appointments were statutory and should be allowed to finish their tenure The complainants in separate suits filed by their lawyer, Patrice Akwara prayed to be reinstated or…
19 Apr
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has warned newly-registered companies against paying certain fees to obtain tax identification number (TIN) amongst others. The management of CAC gave this warning in a statement on its X handle on Friday. CAC said it noticed email messages sent to directors of newly-registered companies. READ ALSO: CAC targets registration of…
20 Apr
Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya has broken the world record for the longest chess marathon, playing nonstop for 60 hours in Times Square, New York. The previous world record was 56 hours, nine minutes, and 37 seconds by Norwegian duo Hallvard Haug Flatebø and Sjur Ferkingstad in 2018. READ ALSO:Tunde Onakoya sets new world record…
20 Apr
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State is on the verge of emerging as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the November 16 gubernatorial election in the state. Aiyedatiwa is seeking the ticket of the party alongside 15 other aspirants, which include Olusoji Ehinlanwo, Jimi Odimayo, Jimoh Ibrahim, and APC National Vice…

Business

10 hours ago
As part of its commitment to the development of quality leadership both in the private and public spheres of the Nigerian economy, Sterling Financial Holdings Company (Sterling Holdco) recently organized its fifth Leadership Series (SLS) with the theme, "Climbing Beyond."
10 hours ago
The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) has invited eligible firms to indicate interest to provide services as Diaspora Fund managers.
10 hours ago
Nigeria and 11 other members of the African Consultative Group (ACG) have called for adequate and affordable financing to ensure that structural reform agenda produce the desired result.

Columnists

10 hours ago
The strong objection of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egebtokun to the state police legislation in the works at the National Assembly should not be dismissed ordinarily.
10 hours ago
While most Nigerians followed the OPL 245 trial at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja Division, via media reports, I was in court at every sitting — except if I was not in town.
11 hours ago
Why is Canal+ eyeing South African media giant MultiChoice? Why did Burna Boy win the Grammy Best Global Album award and was the first African artist to sell out an American stadium?

Guardian Life

1 hour ago
These days it seems like every time I refresh my instagram there is someone using a relaxer on their natural hair. I have also observed this new movement on Tiktok and YouTube. This maybe be the end of #teamnatural and the return of the relaxers. But I did not expect this from certain natural hair…
6 hours ago
“The reason I’m wearing this cap is because I’m an ‘Area boy’, and I know the word ‘area boy’ is a derogatory term, and we have changed that narrative in a way that inspires the world,” Tunde Onakoya said recently. Yes, the narrative has changed. Onakoya’s recent feat in New York has become a swansong…
7 hours ago
In the world of corporate fashion, achieving the quintessential business woman aesthetic is about striking the perfect balance between elegance, power, and sophistication. Whether you're commanding the boardroom or networking over coffee, your attire should exude confidence and professionalism. Here are some key pieces to elevate your wardrobe and master the art of business chic:…
8 hours ago
In recent years, social media has become an integral part of Nigerian society, transforming the way people communicate, interact, engage and interrogate issues. With their widespread adoption, social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WhatsApp, Tiktok and Snapchat, among others, have profoundly influenced the Nigerian society, shaping trends, amplifying voices, and driving activism. Social…

Technology

4 days ago
The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PiCNG), a leading advocate for sustainable energy solutions, has announced the launch of the CNG Solutions Hackathon 2024. This event is set to be held today, April 24th at the Art Tech District in Abuja and aims to accelerate the widespread adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in Nigeria.
4 days ago
Professor Ganiyu Aderounmu of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, the Centre Leader of the World Bank Sponsored Africa Centre of Excellence, Obafemi Awolowo University ICT-Driven Knowledge Park (OAK-Park),
23 Apr
Due to popular demand, Founders Connect Live returns for an even more electrifying event on Saturday, May 25, 2024. In partnership with Africhange, this highly anticipated event promises to be a convergence of entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, creators, and tech talents who will come together for an exciting day of invaluable networking, thought-provoking conversations, and innovative…
17 Apr
In response to the escalating threat landscape posed by Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) and other cyber-attacks, a Nigerian pan-African Bank has forged a strategic alliance with Cybervergent, a technology company providing automated cybersecurity solutions.
17 Apr
Networking and security firm, Array Networks, is collaborating with Mitsumi Distribution, one of the largest in both Volume and Value Business distributors in Nigeria.
17 Apr
Coderina Education and Technology Foundation, a not-for-profit organization, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with FCT Department of Science, Technology and Innovation to leverage technology as an enabler for inclusivity and empowerment.