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Vanguard We’ve started paying depositors of 46 microfinance banks — NDIC

•Over 700,000 Heritage Bank depositors paid By Cynthia Alo The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation, NDIC, has said that it has c...

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Vanguard Former Iranian women footballers ‘proud’ after being granted Australian citizenship

With their demands for protection an embarrassment for Iran's leaders but lauded by US President Donald Trump, five later changed...

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Vanguard Messi scores twice to set Leagues Cup record in Miami victory

Lionel Messi scored twice on Wednesday to become the Leagues Cup's record goalscorer as Inter Miami beat Atletico San Luis 4-2 at...

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Vanguard Russia denies using Colombian mercenaries in Ukraine war

Colombia's President Gustavo Petro, for his part, insists there are at least 7,000 Colombians fighting in Russia and Ukraine for m...

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Vanguard FIFA back Infantino, apologise for World Cup privatisation plan

UEFA termed the proposal to privatise the World Cup a "shabby, back room, opaque deal" hatched by Infantino. The post FIFA back In...

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Premium Times Oriire and the 9/11 standard: Why the Oyo commission deserves an open mind, By Oludare Ogunlana

This is why the commission matters, and why it deserves better than cynicism. First, it is our instrument of truth. Like the 9/11...

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Premium Times Nairobi reflections (1): Reclaiming Africa’s leadership philosophy, By Olumide Frederick Adetiba

As someone whose work sits at the intersection of faith, leadership, governance, and development, I have become increasingly convi...

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Vanguard NESG says business confidence rising despite soaring costs

•But warns energy prices, credit squeeze threaten outlook By Babajide Komolafe Nigeria’s business environment recorded stronger ex...

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Premium Times EXCLUSIVE: Auto dealer reveals details of vehicle purchases by coup suspect

PREMIUM TIMES is reporting for the first time details of some vehicle purchases allegedly carried out by the suspected mastermind...

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Premium Times WAFCON 2026: Six key takeaways as Super Falcons crush Egypt to reach quarter-finals

Beyond the convincing scoreline, the contest produced several narratives that could shape Nigeria's title bid as the tournament he...

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Premium Times Abuja Earth Tremor: Alake calls for calm, directs agency to report updates

Mr Alake urged residents of the FCT to go about their normal routine without anxiety. The post Abuja Earth Tremor: Alake calls for...

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Premium Times Osun Election: “Prepare to employ your uncle” — Uzodimma replies Davido

Mr Uzodinma, who chairs the APC National Campaign Council for the Osun governorship election, responded after Davido appealed to a...

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Premium Times A bond that must never be broken (4), By Femi Fani-Kayode

Who are these dangerous, violent and subversive elements that thrive on targeting and terrorising the weakest and most vulnerable...

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Premium Times Police deploy 15,000 operatives for Osun election – CP

“We are to clear and prepare the ground for a peaceful, tension-free and successful election," the CP said. The post Police deploy...

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Premium Times UNFPA partners Lagos, GoMed to expand reproductive health services for Nigerian students

Through the platform, students will have access to discounted health products and discreet delivery to campuses and student hostel...

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Vanguard Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 6, 2026

The naira maintained a relatively stable position against the United States dollar in the official foreign exchange market on Thur...

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Vanguard Aba Power promises electricity restoration as gas repairs near completion

By Udeme Akpan Aba Power has assured residents and businesses in the Aba Ring-fenced Area that electricity supply will be restored...

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Vanguard Tambuwal mourns slain police officer, seeks stronger action against insecurity in Sokoto

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — Former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South Senatorial District, Ami...

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Vanguard North-West Insecurity: Security firm identifies key challenges, urges regional collaboration

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — A security risk management firm, Beacon Security and Innovations Limited (BSIL), has expressed...

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Premium Times Tinubu hails ‘rescue’ of 308 victims abducted from Kwara, Niger

President Tinubu also directed security agencies to intensify efforts to prevent future abductions by strengthening early warning...

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Premium Times WAFCON 2026: Super Falcons thrash Egypt 6-2 to reach quarter-finals

The Super Falcons now turn their full focus to the knockout stages, where they will face old rivals Cameroon in the quarter-finals...

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Premium Times Military declares top ISWAP commanders wanted following intelligence from recovered devices

Mr Goni, a captain, said troops recovered several technical devices and other intelligence materials, including a camcorder allege...

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Vanguard Kalu hails Tinubu’s military salary increase, urges troops to sustain patriotism

By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Chairman of the Senate Committee on the South East Development Commission (SEDC), Senator Orji Uzor Kalu (A...

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Vanguard Obi condemns criticism of Catholic Bishops, urges Tinubu to heed their advice

By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised the Federal Government’s response to...

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