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• APP: Billboard removal provocative — Party

  10-09-2026 20:05 via vanguardngr.com
  
  —Youths Threaten Showdown in IdeatoBy Emmanuel IheakaThe Action Peoples Party, APP, has described the planned removal of its billboards in Ideato Federal Constituency, Imo State, as provocative, alleging that the action would contravene an existing court order.The party’s Media Coordinator for APP and GDF in Ideato Federal Constituency, Charles Okafor, told journalists that the billboards had been approved and paid for, but were allegedly marked for removal by the authorities of Ide
  
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• Jointly advancing high-quality development of greater BRICS cooperation

  11-09-2026 16:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The expansion of BRICS marks a qualitative leap in its representativeness and influence. Today, BRICS countries account for nearly half of the world’s population, around 30 percent of global economic output, and one-fifth of global trade.The greater BRICS cooperation has entered a stage of high-quality development.People participate in the BRICS Dialogue on Civilizations at Rio de Janeiro State University in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 27, 2025.(Xinhua/Wang Tiancong)
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• Suspect arrested as death toll rises in Ondo herbal drink tragedy 

  11-09-2026 16:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  — As NAFDAC, WHO join investigation — Survivor narrates ordeals By Dayo Johnson Akure As the death toll from suspected consumption of adulterated herbal drinks in parts of Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State, continued to rise, the male seller of the toxic drink, has allegedly been arrested.The fatalities were recorded in Odigbo town, Newtown, Orita, and Araromi-Obu, throwing the affected communities into mourning.Over 30 persons have died while over 50 others
  
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• Michael Jackson accuser James Safechuck, mother to face questioning under oath

  11-09-2026 16:28 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeJames Safechuck, one of the two men who have accused late pop star Michael Jackson of sexually abusing them as children, is scheduled to be questioned under oath on September 14 as his long-running civil lawsuit against Jackson’s companies moves forward.According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Safechuck will give a deposition on Monday, September 14, while his mother, Stephanie Safechuck, is scheduled to be questioned on October 15 and 20.Stephanie is expected to
  
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• ‘Am I not Nigerian’? – Baba-Ahmed faults reactions to his ‘criticism’ of Peter Obi

  11-09-2026 16:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has disagreed with reactions to his recent criticism of Peter Obi, saying Nigerians focused on his reference to the former Anambra State governor rather than the broader argument he was making about the 2027 presidential election.In a recent interview with Seun Okinbaloye, Baba-Ahmed had stirred controversy after saying none of the leading contenders for the 2027 presidency, including Obi, whom he deputised in the 2023 election,
  
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• ‘Am I not a Nigerian’? – Baba-Ahmed faults reactions to his ‘criticism’ of Peter Obi

  11-09-2026 16:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has disagreed with reactions to his recent criticism of Peter Obi, saying Nigerians focused on his reference to the former Anambra State governor rather than the broader argument he was making about the 2027 presidential election.In a recent interview with Seun Okinbaloye, Baba-Ahmed had stirred controversy after saying none of the leading contenders for the 2027 presidency, including Obi, whom he deputised in the 2023 election,
  
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• AON, unions disagree over Air Peace picketing

  11-09-2026 16:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Dickson OmobolaAirline Operators of Nigeria, AON, and unions in the air transport sector have disagreed over the picketing of Nigeria’s largest airline, Air Peace, some weeks ago over the non-remittance of the Ticket Sales Charge, TSC, and the refusal to allow its workers to unionise.Spokesperson for the AON, Professor Obiora Okonkwo, disclosed that Air Peace and United Nigeria Airlines were initially targeted in the picketing carried out by the National Union of Air Transport Employee
  
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• UN FORUM: North-West governors urge investors to identify investment barriers

  11-09-2026 16:19 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Dickson OmobolaNorth-West Governors Forum has urged private investors to identify the problems hindering them from investing in the region, saying government cannot improve the investment environment if investors do not tell it what is wrong.Director-General of the forum, Maryam Yahaya, who was represented at the United Nations Global Compact Network Nigeria, UNGCNN, CEO Forum held in Lagos, themed: ‘Financing a Dignified Future: Aligning Capital, Policy and Business Action,’ sai
  
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• 2027 Polls: Tech stakeholders warn connectivity, cyber threats could undermine elections

  11-09-2026 16:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Juliet UmehStakeholders in Nigeria’s technology and telecommunications industry have warned that poor connectivity, cybersecurity threats, misinformation and inadequate digital infrastructure could undermine the credibility of the 2027 general elections if not urgently addressed.They also called for sustained investment in electoral technology, stressing that election infrastructure should not be treated as a once-in-four-years project.The stakeholders spoke at the Nigeria eGovernment
  
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• ‘Adapt to fixture schedule’ — Maresca tells Man Utd

  11-09-2026 15:56 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeManchester City manager Enzo Maresca has told Manchester United to “adapt” to the fixture schedule ahead of Sunday’s Manchester derby.City have two extra days to recover and prepare for the derby after beating Porto 2-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday, while United thrashed Sabah 4-0 on Thursday.Asked about the scheduling advantage, Maresca pointed to a similar situation City faced last season before their game against Arsenal.“Sometimes it happen
  
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• Free-scoring Chelsea must tighten up, says Alonso

  11-09-2026 15:55 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Xabi Alonso admitted his entertaining Chelsea team need to tighten up defensively after a swashbuckling start to the season that has featured goals galore at both ends.The Blues are the joint-top scorers in the Premier League, plundering eight goals in three matches, but have also conceded seven.Their rollercoaster ride continued on Wednesday when they found themselves 2-0 down against Leeds in the third round of the League Cup before roaring back to win 6-3.Alonso, in his first season as Chels
  
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• Mourinho defends Mbappe, Vinicius amid boos, compares them to fruit trees

  11-09-2026 15:49 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeReal Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has defended Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior after the two forwards were booed by the club’s supporters, comparing the stars to fruit trees that attract criticism because of their success.Both players were jeered by sections of the home support during Real Madrid’s 2-1 Champions League victory over Inter Milan on Tuesday, despite Mbappe scoring the opening goal.According to the BBC, Mourinho was asked about the criticism of Vi
  
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• Carrick dismisses Anderson’s claims Man City are ‘kings of Manchester’

  11-09-2026 15:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has dismissed Elliot Anderson’s jibe that City are “kings of Manchester” ahead of Sunday’s derby.Already trailing five points behind their bitter rivals, United will face Manchester City at Old Trafford with Anderson’s taunt ringing in their ears.Anderson joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million ($156 million) in the close-season after United refused to enter a bidding war for the England midfielder.The 23-yea
  
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• Breaking: Abducted FUTO students regain freedom

  11-09-2026 15:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Chidi NkwoparaTwo female students of Federal University of Technology, Owerri, FUTO, who were abducted last Sunday at the stretch between the institution and Ihiagwa community, have regained their freedom.Confirming the development in a press statement on Friday, the university’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Orakwe Ezugwu, said: “The students are currently receiving medicare and psychological support in FUTO Medical Centre”.His words: “The Management of the Federal U
  
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• Nigeria, Benin Customs harmonise cross border trade procedures, conduct assessment

  11-09-2026 15:37 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Godwin OritseThe Customs administrations of Nigeria and Benin Republic on Friday conducted a joint assessment of the One-Stop Border Post as part of efforts to deepen regional economic integration, harmonise cross-border procedures, reduce trade barriers and facilitate the seamless movement of legitimate goods and services between both countries.
  Speaking at the ceremony at Seme Krake border town, Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, Mr. Adewale Adeniyi said that the obje
  
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• Gabriel Jesus blast over Barcelona move surprised me – Arteta

  11-09-2026 15:34 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said he was “very surprised” by Gabriel Jesus’s claim that he was forced to train alone and was given no information prior to joining Barcelona.Jesus ended his four-year spell with the Gunners in September and has since made it clear he felt disappointed with the way his exit was handled.The Brazilian striker said in an interview this week that “out of nowhere they put me to train apart from the group”, adding that “nobody told me no
  
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• UK lists African countries whose citizens can travel with eTA instead of visa

  11-09-2026 15:33 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The United Kingdom has listed two African countries whose citizens can travel to the UK using an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), rather than applying for a visa, subject to meeting the relevant entry requirements.The countries are Mauritius and Seychelles.The two countries appear on the UK government’s Appendix ETA National List, which sets out nationalities required to obtain an ETA before travelling to the UK.1. MauritiusMauritian citizens are also included on the UK’s ETA
  
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• Russia threatens to point nuclear warheads at Lithuania

  11-09-2026 15:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Russia said on Friday it would aim its nuclear warheads at Lithuania if the Baltic state hosted any weapons from the nuclear arsenals of its NATO allies on its territory.Lithuania is moving to lift a constitutional ban on having nuclear weapons stored in the country, part of an effort to boost its security posture amid Russia’s offensive on Ukraine.The decision is currently working its way through parliament — where it needs a two-thirds majority to pass and has the support of the p
  
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• Akpata charges law students against over dependence on AI

  11-09-2026 15:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …as NDDC holds 2026 Moot/Mock court trialBy Davies IheamnachorPORT HARCOURT: A former Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association, Olumide Akpata, has tasked law students to give attention to building their skill and confidence in putting up good arguments, adding that Artificial Intelligence cannot stand to argue cases in the courtrooms.Akpata, the 30th President of NBA, spoke in Port Harcourt during the 2026 Niger Delta Development Commission’s, NDDC, annual Moot and Mock Trial Comp
  
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• Chelsea reward Pedro Neto with new long-term deal

  11-09-2026 15:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeChelsea have rewarded Pedro Neto’s impressive start to the season and commitment to the club with a new contract running until 2032.The Portugal international attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, including Manchester City, during the summer transfer window but chose to stay at Stamford Bridge and continue under manager Xabi Alonso.According to Chelsea, Neto has made 108 appearances for the club since joining from Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2024
  
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• Why I decided to run as deputy governorship candidate to GRV — ADC’s Gbadamosi

  11-09-2026 15:24 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Sekinat OsundijiThe Deputy Governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Babatunde Gbadamosi has explained why he accepted the offer to run as a running mate to Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, GRV, the party’s governorship candidate, ahead of the 2027 Lagos State governorship election.Gbadamosi said he was initially not disposed to the idea but reconsidered after he was approached by Rhodes-Vivour to join him in the race.He said the decision presented an opportunity to send a mes
  
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• Video: Why I decided to run as deputy governorship candidate to GRV — ADC’s Gbadamosi

  11-09-2026 15:24 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Sekinat OsundijiThe Deputy Governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Babatunde Gbadamosi has explained why he accepted the offer to run as a running mate to Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, GRV, the party’s governorship candidate, ahead of the 2027 Lagos State governorship election.Gbadamosi said he was initially not disposed to the idea but reconsidered after he was approached by Rhodes-Vivour to join him in the race.He said the decision presented an opportunity to send a mes
  
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• FG assures parents of safety as federal unity colleges resume Sept 14

  11-09-2026 15:23 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Federal Government has assured parents, guardians and students of safety as all Federal Unity Colleges nationwide resume academic activities on Sept. 14.‎This is contained in a statement issued on Friday by Mrs Folasade Boriowo, Director, Press and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Education, on behalf of the Minister, Dr Tunji Alausa.‎Alausa said that necessary arrangements had been put in place to ensure a safe, smooth and seamless commencement of the new academic session.&lrm
  
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• Russia rolls out long-delayed 5G, but not for iPhones

  11-09-2026 15:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Russia announced Friday that it was rolling out its long-delayed 5G mobile network, but that iPhone users would be unable to connect until Apple coordinated the move with Moscow.The Russian government first announced plans for 5G internet in 2019, but Russia’s powerful Security Council blocked the move over concerns it would overlap with frequencies used by military and security agencies, according to Russian media reports.The rollout comes amid widespread frustration in Russia at repeate
  
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• FG moves to professionalise 250,000 unqualified teachers

  11-09-2026 14:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe Federal Government has launched an ambitious move to overhaul the professional status of thousands of Nigerian teachers currently teaching without recognised teaching qualifications, with 250,000 serving teachers expected to benefit from a new six-month professionalisation programme beginning in October 2026.The initiative, known as the Accelerated Teacher Professionalisation Pathway, ATPP, is designed to close long-standing qualification gaps in the nation’s te
  
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• FG bans 25% textbooks, sets 70% pass mark for school books

  11-09-2026 14:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe Federal Government has drawn a fresh battle line against substandard textbooks in Nigerian schools, declaring that instructional materials scoring below 70 per cent will no longer qualify for national ranking.The new standard followed the first-ever national textbook assessment and ranking exercise conducted by the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council, NERDC, which exposed disturbing quality gaps in books submitted for use in Nigerian classrooms, with
  
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• NIS extends UK passport exercise as demand surges among Nigerians

  11-09-2026 14:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has extended its special passport intervention exercise in the United Kingdom following a surge in demand among Nigerians seeking passport services.The exercise, which is being conducted at centres in London and Manchester, has been extended from September 19 to October 3, 2026.The NIS announced the extension in a statement signed by its Service Public Relations Officer, DCI Akinsola Akinlabi, on Friday.The Service said the extension was approved in respons
  
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• Hull City star Sorba Thomas escapes car crash unhurt

  11-09-2026 14:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adesewa AdewaleHull City winger Sorba Thomas has escaped injury after his car overturned in an accident near the club’s training ground in Cottingham on Friday morning, with the Premier League club confirming that the Wales international emerged from the vehicle unharmed.The 27-year-old was involved in the road accident on Millhouse Wood Lane, close to Hull City’s training facilities. Images showing the overturned vehicle circulated on social media, raising concern among supporte
  
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• ‘My son transformed our family business’ – Corporate meat seller’s father

  11-09-2026 14:51 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Muraina Nojeem, father of viral Nigerian meat seller Akeem Muraina, popularly known as the “Korporate Meat Seller,” has said his son’s education and upbringing helped him transform the family’s butchery business.Nojeem, who said he stopped his education after primary school before venturing into the butchery trade, said Akeem began learning the business from him as a young boy while still in school.While speaking to Vanguard Metro, Akeem started accompanying him to the m
  
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• Insecurity: Protest in Sokoto over kidnappings, attacks

  11-09-2026 14:40 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoAnger and frustration have boiled over in Tambuwal Local Government Area of Sokoto State as residents took to the streets on Friday in protest against incessant attacks, kidnappings and the worsening security situation threatening lives, livelihoods and economic activities in the area.The protest, which reportedly drew residents from parts of the local government, was said to have been triggered by growing fears over repeated attacks and abductions allegedly carried ou
  
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