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7 hours ago
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Exploration and Production Limited (NNPC E&P Ltd) and Natural Oilfield Services Limited (NOSL) have announced the commencement of oil production at Oil Mining Lease (OML) 13 in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.
7 hours ago
The Kaduna State Police Command has apprehended Abdulazeez Idris for the abduction and murder of a six-year-old girl, Aisha Saidu, in the Zaria area of the state.
7 hours ago
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 75-year-old grandpa, Jibril Audu, with 7.5kg of cannabis at Oke-asa village, Ijero-Ekiti, Ekiti State, during a raid.
7 hours ago
Gunmen again struck at the weekend in Enugu and reportedly killed three police officers and an official of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) at separate checkpoints along the Enugu-Markurdi highway in Enugu State.
7 hours ago
Troops of the Brigade/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have announced the dismantling of several terrorists' hideouts in Taraba State.
8 hours ago
Following its operation, codenamed ‘Operation Delta Safe (OPDS),’ the Joint Task Force (JTF), yesterday, uncovered over 50 illegal refining sites in the Biseni Forest of Yenagoa Local Council of Bayelsa.
7 hours ago
The resentment that greeted the Federal Government’s 0.5 per cent cybersecurity levy appears not to have abated, despite the reported quiet withdrawal of the policy.
7 hours ago
The burden of local manufacturing may have increased in recent times as the operators spent N290 billion on self-generated energy in a space of three months – first quarter – exclusive data sourced from the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) have shown.
7 hours ago
Attempts by previous sessions of the Senate to alter provisions of the 1999 Constitution ahead of election cycles, and the fresh amendment debate that follow afterwards all underscore the seemingly intractable deficiencies in the document.
7 hours ago
The failure of the fiscal policies is the reason Nigeria has continued to struggle with a high unemployment rate, heavy debt burden and stagnant growth.
7 hours ago
The immunity clause in the 1999 Constitution insulates the president and governors from distractions while in office.


News

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The National Youth Council of Ogoni People (NYCOP) said they have begun the process of multi-stakeholder negotiations on the resumption of oil extraction in Ogoniland. The group disclosed this during a mega rally organised in support of the "Ogoni Economic Rebirth Project" held in Bori, Khana Local Government Area, Rivers State. According to them, the…
4 mins ago
In a bid to curb the escalating security situation, the Police Command in Benue, on Sunday ordered motorists and motorcyclists to stop covering their registration numbers plates.
13 mins ago
Members of the Organised Labour in Osun on Monday blocked the main entrance of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Business Hub, Osogbo, protesting over the recent hike in electricity tariff.
32 mins ago
The Kano State Fire Service has said it recorded 222 fire incidents in different parts of the state between January and March.
33 mins ago
Lead British International School student, Namtira Bwala, has instituted a civil suit against the school following the viral video released on the internet a few weeks ago where she was seen being bullied by her fellow students. The lawsuit was filed at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja by Deji Adeyanju…
42 mins ago
The Ondo State Police Command has issued a public notice regarding a training exercise scheduled for its personnel in the Owode Obaile area. The command, in a statement on Monday, advised residents not to panic if they hear gunshots or sounds associated with tear gas used during the exercise. The training, according to the command,…
54 mins ago
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted three trailer loads of opioids at Abule Ado in the Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area of Lagos State. This is contained in a statement by the NDLEA Director, Media and Advocacy, Mr Femi Babafemi, made available to newsmen in Abuja. Babafemi also said that…
55 mins ago
Survivors of flash floods in Afghanistan's northern Baghlan province were still searching for the missing on Monday, days after torrents of water ripped through villages, killing hundreds.
1 hour ago
To commemorate of the International Nurses Day, Roche Diabetes Care (RDC) has launched the “ Nurses on Diabetes” (NOD) online course to upskill nurses with latest diabetes management techniques.

Guardian TV

8 hours ago
With the rate of insurgency in Borno State, many lives and families have been severely affected, with thousands being displaced and forced to live in internally displaced camps (IDP). A mother, who has lost neighbors, family, friends, and loved ones still in captivity, shares her heartbreaking experience of living in constant fear. She calls on the government to provide more basic amenities to help her and others in the IDP camp in Chabbol village, Borno state.
1 day ago
Northern Nigerian communities who have lost faith in the struggling security forces' ability to protect them are increasingly setting up vigilante groups to battle insurgents themselves. Also, rap is gaining ground in Egypt and although the scene is still overwhelmingly dominated by men, women are increasingly picking up the mic. And Kenya's birds of prey are falling prey to encroaching human activity. Some conservationists fear it may be too late to roll back the damage
3 days ago
From backstage to the spotlight; a young chap emerges filled with passion for dance and upcoming young stars. Osawere Austin took GuardianTV on his journey from grass to grace and the challenges he faced to reach stardom.
3 days ago
The naira continues to trade around 1,300 against the greenback at the official market this week. Meanwhile, data from the CBN shows Nigeria’s currency in circulation has risen to 3.87 trillion naira at the end of March. Kingsley Nwaiwu, Head of Consumer sector sales, Global Markets at Stanbic IBTC joins CNBC Africa on the FX trading patterns, impact of CBN’s reforms and Nigeria’s drive to increase dollar flows.

Sport

7 hours ago
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will today in Abuja formally unveil Finidi George as the new Head Coach of the Super Eagles.
7 hours ago
There will be no rest for Tobi Amusan in her quest to add the Olympic gold medal to the World 100m hurdles title she won two years ago in Oregon, U.S.
7 hours ago
Rivers Hoopers, at the weekend, became the first team from the Sahara Conference to qualify for the Basketball Africa League (BAL) playoffs when they defeated Rwanda’s Armée Patriotique Rwandaise (APR) 78-71 in the first-ever BAL double-overtime game.
8 hours ago
Handball fans in Benin and its environs are in for the best of the sport when the Ardova League begins in the ancient city today.
8 hours ago
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Princess Meghan,have said that they would support the construction of a new Giants of Africa basketball court in Abuja through their non-profit outfit, the Archewell Foundation.
1 day ago
Arsenal kept their Premier League title dreams alive by ending an Old Trafford hoodoo to grind out a 1-0 win at Manchester United on Sunday to move back top of the table.

Latest

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The National Youth Council of Ogoni People (NYCOP) said they have begun the process of multi-stakeholder negotiations on the resumption of oil extraction in Ogoniland. The group disclosed this during a mega rally organised in support of the "Ogoni Economic Rebirth Project" held in Bori, Khana Local Government Area, Rivers State. According to them, the…
4 mins ago
In a bid to curb the escalating security situation, the Police Command in Benue, on Sunday ordered motorists and motorcyclists to stop covering their registration numbers plates.
13 mins ago
Members of the Organised Labour in Osun on Monday blocked the main entrance of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Business Hub, Osogbo, protesting over the recent hike in electricity tariff.
32 mins ago
The Kano State Fire Service has said it recorded 222 fire incidents in different parts of the state between January and March.

Editorial

7 hours ago
The recent face-off between the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and a faction in the leadership crisis of the Labour Party (LP) is worrisome considering the negative connotations the rift elicited for both the labour union and the political party.

Features

4 hours ago
The highly anticipated second edition of the SME Scale-Up Workshop is back. With a renewed focus on driving economic growth and addressing unemployment challenges in Nigeria, SME Scale-Up 2.0 is set to help small business owners and budding entrepreneurs achieve remarkable growth through intensive capacity-building sessions, strategic mentorship, and networking opportunities.

Editor's Pick

7 hours ago
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will today in Abuja formally unveil Finidi George as the new Head Coach of the Super Eagles.
7 hours ago
Avocats Sans Frontières France (Lawyers without Borders France) has expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s Senate’s approval of the death penalty for drug trafficking crimes. 
7 hours ago
Pressure has continued to mount on the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, to resign his appointment following the prolonged power outage that has crippled business activities in the North-East geo-political zone.
7 hours ago
Barring a change of mind, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) will from today disrupt operations of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) and the Distribution Companies (DisCOs

Business

7 hours ago
The consumer goods index led the losers’ chart at the end of last week's transactions on the equities sector of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) with 1.2 per cent occasioned by price depreciation in PZ Cussons (-27 per cent) and International Breweries (-15.3 per cent).
7 hours ago
Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) Plc said its Nigerian banking operation accounts for 77.5 per cent of the group’s profits.
7 hours ago
UAC of Nigeria PLC has announced a noteworthy gross profit of N9.1 billion for the first quarter ending on March 31, 2024, showcasing an exceptional year-on-year (YoY) surge.

Columnists

7 hours ago
Mr. President, let me address you this morning on a very weighty issue that has been in the public domain in recent times.
7 hours ago
When in April, the United States Institute of Peace invited 10 northern governors to Washington, for a symposium on insecurity in their states, reactions to the trip were mixed.
7 hours ago
One of the finest persons I have ever met and worked with was Sir Michael Agbolade Otedola. The General Ibrahim Babangida administration had foisted a two-party system on Nigerians in 1989 following the president’s inclination to end his military junta and embrace the civil form of government seen around the world.

Guardian Life

1 day ago
It was an unforgettable night for the casts and crews of Breath of Life after the celebrated film claimed five honours at this year’s Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA). The anticipated 10th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) ended following an exciting and star-studded three-day celebration. READ ALSO: No win for…
1 day ago
It’s the season of downpours, and certain illnesses are common during this time. Thankfully, here are a few home remedies to treat and prevent such illnesses during the rainy season. Common cold Upper respiratory infection, popularly known as the common cold, is a part of illnesses caused by viruses. It mainly attacks the respiratory tract,…
1 day ago
It is another week of explosive entertainment. It's the weekly Catch up with Guardian Life. We have curated some of the best stories that you may have missed during the week for your enjoyment. Justin and Hailey Beiber are expecting their first child. Pop star Justin Bieber and his wife, Hailey, have shared delightful news…
1 day ago
Protein is an essential part of the diet. The body needs protein to build and repair bones, muscles, and tissues. It also acts as an energy source, helps with hormonal balance, and keeps you feeling full for longer. Furthermore, while protein powders can be costly for the average Nigerian, smoothies are a simple and delicious…

Technology

Ositadimma Ugwu
8 hours ago
The Head of Technology and Operations, Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPPS), Ositadimma Ugwu, has disclosed the platform is driving digital inclusion by ensuring everyone has access to seamless cross-border payment transactions across Africa.
8 hours ago
Cybervergent, a technology company providing automated cybersecurity solutions, revealed a troubling trend in the financial sector that shows a spike in attacks utilising the deceptive Remote Control and Surveillance Access Trojan (Remcos RAT) in Q1, 2024.
8 hours ago
Ominiverse Africa, an arm of Omniverse Technology industry, a platform that brings together different eco-systems at the intersection of technology, innovation and creativity has given out N5 million to 37 winners in different categories of gamers.
8 hours ago
Experts in the tech innovation space said that data, policy and research are vital instruments the government, investors and institutions can embark upon to strengthen the private sector.
8 May
Techy Accountants have concluded plans to host the 2024 AccountTech Summit, which is designed to navigate the evolving landscape of the finance industry in the digital era.
8 May
As the 2024 Regtech Africa Conference draws to a close, the spotlight shines brightly on the pivotal partnership between 9PSB, UBA, FITC, Network International and MainOne.