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• Cholera: What you should know

  28-07-2026 08:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Chioma ObinnaCholera spreads through contaminated water and food and can cause sudden watery diarrhoea, vomiting and severe dehydration.
  Drink only safe or treated water, wash hands regularly with soap, and eat food that is properly cooked and covered. Avoid open defecation and keep your surroundings clean.
  If anyone develops frequent watery stools, extreme thirst, weakness or sunken eyes, seek medical care immediately and begin oral rehydration with clean water and oral rehydration salts (O
  
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• SEC gets National Assembly backing on fiscal sustainability drive

  28-07-2026 17:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Obas Esiedesa, AbujaThe National Assembly has endorsed the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) efforts to strengthen its fiscal sustainability through cost-cutting measures and improved revenue generation.Deputy Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Finance, Hon. Saeed Musa Abdullahi, gave the endorsement on Tuesday during the 2026 Revenue Monitoring Exercise with the Commission in Abuja.Abdullahi commended the SEC’s financial management efforts and urged t
  
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• Tinubu’ll be held responsible if anything happens to El-Rufai — ADC

  28-07-2026 17:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has alleged that the continued detention of former Kaduna State governor Nasir el-Rufai is politically motivated and aimed at preventing him from participating in the 2027 general election.Speaking during an interview on Symfoni, the party’s national publicity secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, also warned that President Bola Tinubu would be held responsible if anything happened to the former governor while in custody.El-Rufai is currently facing trial on a
  
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• 2027: Uba Sani picks Jerry Adams as running mate

  28-07-2026 17:43 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoGovernor Uba Sani of Kaduna State on Tuesday named the Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS), Mr. Jerry Adams, as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election.The governor described the choice as a reaffirmation of his administration’s commitment to inclusion, justice, fairness and equitable governance.Announcing the nomination, the governor said the decision followed wide consultations, deep reflection and prayers, stressing
  
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• Banned sachet alcohol: NAFDAC uncovers hidden factories, fresh production

  28-07-2026 17:38 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Enforcement turns violent; officer escapes stabbing…Manufacturers moved machines, removed signposts to evade arrestBy Chioma ObinnaDespite the Federal Government’s ban on the production, distribution and sale of alcoholic beverages in sachets and PET bottles below 200ml, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, on Tuesday uncovered what it described as fresh illegal production by manufacturers operating from concealed facilities, alleging th
  
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• Security forces foil bandit operation in Sokoto, rescue 32 victims

  28-07-2026 17:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Musa UbandawakiSokoto State Police Command has recorded another breakthrough in its ongoing offensive against banditry, rescuing 32 kidnapped victims and thwarting a large-scale criminal operation during a coordinated security response in Rabah Local Government Area of the state.The successful operation, carried out on Monday at Maikujera Village, a remote settlement bordering Zamfara State, followed credible intelligence indicating that a heavily armed gang of bandits was moving through the
  
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• Burna Boy, Shakira’s ‘Dai Dai’ becomes highest-charting FIFA World Cup song

  28-07-2026 17:21 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Deborah OyekaleNigerian singer and Grammy Award winner, Burna Boy, has made history with the song “Dai Dai” done in collaboration with Colombian star Shakira which has become the highest-charting World Cup song.The song has moved 25 points this week to a new peak of number 17 on the charts.This leap has made it dethrone the classic hit “Waka Waka” (A Time for Africa), a song by Shakira and Freshlyground, which was the former highest-charting World Cup song.On the Cana
  
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• World Cup: IFAB admits VAR error after controversial Embolo red card against Argentina

  28-07-2026 17:09 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has issued a clarification on the use of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) following controversial officiating decisions at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.French outlet L’Équipe, quoting an IFAB circular, reported that the law-making body stated that “a yellow card, which is not a second yellow card, can only be reviewed to identify the player who committed the foul; the foul itself cannot be reviewed or changed.”According to
  
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• 5 foods Nigerians love but are dangerous to health

  28-07-2026 17:04 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigerian cuisine is celebrated for its rich flavours, cultural significance and wide variety of dishes. While many of these meals are nutritious and safe when prepared correctly, some can pose health risks if handled improperly or eaten too often.From staple meals to popular street foods, experts say proper preparation, good hygiene and moderation are key to enjoying these favourites without compromising your health.Here are five popular Nigerian foods that deserve a little extra caution.1. Fuf
  
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• BBNaija: Why I chose the name ‘Bluethopia’ — Housemate reveals

  28-07-2026 16:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabBig Brother Naija Season 11 housemate Usaku Bantai, popularly known as Bluethopia, has revealed the inspiration behind her unique nickname.Speaking during her diary session with Big Brother on Tuesday, the housemate disclosed that the name was inspired by Disney’s animated movie Zootopia, which she said she enjoyed watching.According to Bluethopia, she decided to personalise the title by combining it with her favourite colour, blue, creating a name that has since becom
  
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• Diaz, Olise set to stay at Bayern – CEO

  28-07-2026 16:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen said Tuesday it would be “foolish” to let Luis Diaz leave while confirming Michael Olise would stay with the Bundesliga champions next season.Speaking at a press club event in Munich, the Bayern boss shot down speculation the club’s star wingers could be headed out the door.Olise, who impressed in France’s run to the World Cup semi-finals, has been linked with Real Madrid for weeks while some have speculated Diaz may be set for a b
  
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• Court adjourns for judgment suit challenging Donald Duke’s PRP presidential candidacy

  28-07-2026 16:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Federal High Court has adjourned until Nov. 2 for judgment in a suit challenging the emergence of former governor of Cross River, Mr Donald Duke of Cross Rivers, as the presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) for the 2027 general elections.Justice Mohammed Umar fixed the date on Tuesday in Abuja after counsel for the plaintiff, Abdullahi Muhammad; Duke’s lawyer, Noah Abdul; and Azubuike Ogochukwu, who appeared for INEC, adopted their processes in the case.An aspir
  
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• Apple now lets customers pay monthly for these iPhones – see full list

  28-07-2026 16:49 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Apple has unveiled a new leasing programme that will allow customers to lease iPhones, Macs and other premium devices, as the tech giant looks to make its products more affordable amid rising electronics prices and slower upgrade cycles.The programme, launched in partnership with payment platform Klarna, will be available in the United States from Tuesday through Apple retail stores, its website and the Apple Store app.Under the new scheme, customers can lease iPhones and Apple Watches for eith
  
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• How I remained indoors without being seen during DSS invasion – Sunday Igboho

  28-07-2026 16:48 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Yoruba Nation campaigner, Sunday Adeyemo, widely known as Sunday Igboho, has narrated how he avoided arrest during the Department of State Services (DSS) operation on his Ibadan residence in July 2021, insisting that he remained inside the house throughout the raid.Speaking on Monday while hosting a group of Muslim clerics at his residence in Ibadan, Igboho said the security operatives combed the house in search of him but were unable to locate him.He further alleged that the operatives mistook
  
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• Ukraine’s Zelensky arrives for Trump talks at White House

  28-07-2026 16:46 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived at the White House on Tuesday for talks with his US counterpart Donald Trump, as Kyiv seeks fresh diplomatic and military support in its fight against Russia.The talks come as both Kyiv and Moscow intensify long-range strikes and US-led diplomatic efforts to end the war remain stalled more than four years after Russia’s full-scale invasion.Relations between Zelensky and Trump have warmed since the start of the US president’s second term
  
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• Mancini named new Italy national team coach

  28-07-2026 15:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Roberto Mancini has been named the head coach of Italy’s national team for a second time, tasked with revitalising the Azzurri who have missed out on the last three World Cups, FIGC president Giovanni Malago said Tuesday.Technical director Roberto Maldini, who reportedly threatened to resign if Mancini was appointed, has been replaced by Claudio Ranieri.“Today we have a new coach and a new technical director,” Malago told reporters, announcing another press conference with Manc
  
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• Gvardiol signs new deal to stay at Man City until 2031

  28-07-2026 15:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Josko Gvardiol has signed a new five-year contract at Manchester City, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday.The Croatia international, whose previous deal had two years left to run, is now committed until 2031, with the option of an additional 12 months.The central defender, who has made 122 appearances since arriving from RB Leipzig for £77 million ($102 million) in 2023, had been linked with Real Madrid and Bayern Munich.“As soon as I knew City wanted to renew my contract,
  
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• Floods raze 3,029 houses in three years in Kebbi; residents seek resettlement

  28-07-2026 15:09 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin KebbiIndependent survey carried out by Vanguard in Kebbi state revealed that from 2023 to 2026 no fewer than three thousand and twenty-nine houses were razed by flash floods in the state.Read Also: Appeal court nullifies order for deregistration of ADC, four othersInvestigations also revealed that over four thousand households were displaced by flash floods, forcing the victims to take refuge in schools some in their relatives houses.However, some of the victims attribut
  
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• Fresh Benue attacks leave 16 dead, many wounded

  28-07-2026 15:03 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …gunmen sack communities; residents lament delayed security responseBy Peter Duru, MakurdiNo fewer than 16 persons have been killed in renewed attacks on communities in Benue State by suspected armed herdsmen, with several others sustaining serious injuries in separate incursions across Otukpo and Kwande Local Government Areas, LGAs.The attacks, which occurred between Monday and Tuesday, also saw the assailants cart away motorcycles from fleeing farmers.The deadliest assault occurred in
  
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• Kaduna killings: Tinubu orders security forces to hunt down perpetrators

  28-07-2026 14:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  President Bola Tinubu has condemned the deadly attack on Naridon Village in Kaduna State, ordering security agencies to hunt down the perpetrators and rescue abducted residents.The attack, which occurred early Monday in Kamaru Ward, Kauru Local Government Area, claimed about 30 lives, including women and children, while several houses were burnt.Tinubu described the assault as a barbaric and cowardly act of terror against defenceless citizens.This is contained in a statement issued by President
  
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• ‘Hunt down perpetrators who killed 30 in Kaduna’ – Tinubu to security agencies

  28-07-2026 14:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  –Describes attack as unprovoked act of terrorism.By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, AbujaPresident Bola Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces, police, and relevant intelligence agencies to track down the perpetrators of the barbaric attack in Nauru local government area of Kaduna State.The attack, which took place in the early hours of Monday at Naridon Village in Kamaru Ward, Kauru local government area of Kaduna State, led to the gruesome murder of about 30 people, including women and children.The
  
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• 2027 election must be won at ballot, not in court — Atiku

  28-07-2026 14:43 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Luminous JannamikeFormer Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Tuesday declared that Nigeria’s 2027 general election must be decided at the ballot box, not in the courtroom, following the Court of Appeal’s decision overturning a Federal High Court judgment that sought to remove the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and other political parties from Nigeria’s democratic space.The ruling removes the legal obstacles facing the ADC’s leadership, allowing the party to focus on t
  
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• Rivers ADC faults report of alleged membership of Wike’s Rainbow Coalition

  28-07-2026 14:38 via vanguardngr.com
  
  *Says no Kachikwu faction in Rivers*Calls on security agencies to apprehend impostorsBy Daniel AbiaThe leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State has condemned what it describes as false and misleading reports in sections of the media alleging that a purported “ADC faction” has collapsed into the Rainbow Coalition, a political structure of the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike.The party reiterated that there is no faction within its fold in Rivers State, assu
  
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• Fubara has corrected his mistakes – Wike

  28-07-2026 14:38 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Omeiza AjayiMinister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, has declared that Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara committed no wrongdoing by reconciling with his political camp, insisting the governor had no other option than to return to the political family that produced him.Speaking with journalists on Tuesday after inspecting some ongoing road projects across the territory, Wike dismissed suggestions that Fubara’s return amounted to forgiveness after years of politi
  
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• Tyla’s Lagos concert: Nigerians clash over calls for boycott

  28-07-2026 14:24 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigerians on social media have become sharply divided over calls to boycott South African singer Tyla’s upcoming concert in Lagos, with many connecting the controversy to renewed anger over alleged xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa.The backlash followed the release of Tyla’s APOP World Tour schedule, which includes a performance in Lagos on December 22 before the tour wraps up with shows in Cape Town on January 4 and Johannesburg on January 9.The Grammy-winning artiste
  
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• Nigerian students top list of foreign graduates who stay back in UK

  28-07-2026 14:21 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigerian students are among the most likely international graduates to remain in the United Kingdom after completing their studies, despite the country’s tightening immigration policies and plans to make permanent settlement more difficult.A new briefing on international student migration found that around 78% of Nigerians who first arrived on a UK student visa in 2020 still held a valid visa at the end of 2025, the highest proportion among the major nationalities analysed.
  By comparison,
  
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• Tems and Ayra Starr feature in ‘Children of Blood and Bone’

  28-07-2026 14:09 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has her hit single, ‘Me & U’, featured in the first official teaser for the Hollywood fantasy film, Children of Blood & Bone.Read Also: Full list of African countries not required to show proof of funds for UK student visaOyinkansola Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, also appeared in the teaser, marking her Hollywood acting debut.The behind-the-scenes teaser, shared on Monday by director Gina Prince-Bythewood on her Instagr
  
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• Why Egypt women have seven stars on their badge despite never winning WAFCON

  28-07-2026 14:03 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Egypt’s women’s national football team has attracted attention at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) for wearing seven stars above its badge despite never winning the continental tournament.The sight of the stars has left many fans wondering whether the Pharaohs’ women have a hidden trophy haul. However, the explanation lies with the success of Egypt’s men’s national team.Rather than representing titles won by the women’s side, the seven st
  
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• 2027: PDP’s Bawa unveils Amos Gandu as running mate

  28-07-2026 14:03 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoThe Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Kaduna State, Hon. Usman Shehu Bawa, on Tuesday unveiled Hon. Amos A. Gandu as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election, saying the choice reflects the party’s commitment to competence, unity and inclusive governance.Speaking at the unveiling ceremony in Kaduna, Bawa said Gandu’s nomination followed consultations with party leaders, elders, women, youths and other stakeholders across the st
  
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• Hostel collapse: Oko Poly students accuse landlords of ignoring safety warnings

  28-07-2026 13:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Vincent UjumaduStudents of the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, have accused owners and managers of private hostels of ignoring repeated complaints about structural defects, following the collapse of a three-storey building that accommodated students and other residents.Some students who spoke after the incident alleged that the landlord and caretaker of the collapsed building failed to address concerns raised by occupants before the structure gave way.One female student, who said sh
  
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