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• COAS appoints GOCs for new Army divisions

  29-07-2026 11:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the appointment of General Officers Commanding (GOCs) to the newly established Nigerian Army Divisions, following the approval by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for the establishment of four additional Divisions.A statement by Col Appolonia Anele, Acting Director, Army Public Relations said, “The landmark development forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the Nigerian Army’s force str
  
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• Reps probe prolonged Bille gas leak, demand urgent action as emissions persist

  30-07-2026 19:15 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Gift ChapiOdekina, AbujaABUJA — The House of Representatives Committee on the South-South Development Commission has commenced an investigation into the prolonged gas leak in Bille Community, Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State, expressing concern over the environmental and humanitarian impact of the incident nearly a year after it was first reported.At an investigative session held on Thursday at the National Assembly, lawmakers questioned officials of the National Oil Spill
  
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• Osun election: Political parties sign accord for peaceful poll

  30-07-2026 19:08 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Candidates of political parties contesting the Aug. 15 Osun governorship election on Thursday signed a peace accord organised by the National Peace Committee (NPC) to ensure a non-violent poll in the state.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that 14 political parties signed the accord at the event presided over by the NPC convener, Rev. Matthew Kukah.In his remarks, the NPC Chairman, Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar (rtd) described the signing as another important milestone in the collective comm
  
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• Osun Election: Ballot stronger than bullet, Accord tells APC, Police

  30-07-2026 19:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA — Accord on Thursday accused the All Progressives Congress, APC, and the Osun State Police Command of using intimidation to undermine the August 15 governorship election, claiming that about 100 of its leaders, candidates and supporters had been arrested in what it described as a politically motivated crackdown aimed at weakening its campaign.Insisting it would not be cowed, the party declared: “No brute force will break the resolve of the people of Osun f
  
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• Nigeria needs better security leadership, intelligence fusion to tackle insecurity — Ex-US Army Officer

  30-07-2026 18:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Chimaobi NwaiwuNNEWI — A retired United States Army officer and military strategist, Col. Chukwuemeka Olumkwo, has identified disciplined security leadership, intelligence fusion, credible justice system, economic protection and community trust as key measures required to tackle Nigeria’s worsening insecurity.Olumkwo, an Iraq War veteran, made the submission while delivering the keynote address at the 6th Sam Momah Annual Lecture Series (SMALS6) and commissioning of the fifth lib
  
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• Peter Obi not happy about crisis in OK Movement — Kwankwaso’s spokesman

  30-07-2026 18:40 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The spokesman for Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Ladipo Johnson, has disclosed that the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, is unhappy over the leadership dispute currently affecting the OK Movement.Johnson made the revelation during an interview on Arise Television, where he acknowledged the existence of tensions within the movement but maintained that the disagreement would not derail its political objectives ahead of the 2027 general election.According to him,
  
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• UEFA threatens World Cup boycott if FIFA pushes private investor proposal

  30-07-2026 18:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  European football’s governing body UEFA said Thursday it would boycott the World Cup should FIFA press ahead with its private investor plan.Read Also: Ancelotti ends Brazil careers of Casemiro, Danilo after Neymar retirement“No UEFA national teams will participate in any FIFA competition for so long as these proposals remain alive, unless this proposal has been abandoned in its entirety and binding assurances have been given that FIFA will never again open its governance or competit
  
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• Reps seek completion of NDPHC’s 330kV transmission project

  30-07-2026 18:33 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Obas Esiedesa, AbujaThe House of Representatives Committee on Public Assets has urged the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) to complete the 330kV Double Circuit Ikot Ekpene–Ikot Abasi Transmission Line Project (Lot 18T), describing it as critical to improving electricity supply and economic development.The committee also pledged to support efforts to resolve funding challenges and community-related issues delaying the completion of the project.Chairman of the committee, Hon. Ad
  
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• Gov Ododo meets Kogi indigenes in London, urges them to support Tinubu, Nigeria

  30-07-2026 18:28 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Soni DanielAbuja: Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has called on the people of the state and other Nigerians in the United Kingdom to rally behind the economic reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and project a positive image of Nigeria.The governor, who made the plea at a Town Hall meeting with the citizens of Kogi and other Nigerians in London on Thursday, asked them to channel their investments, expertise and global networks towards the development of Kogi State and the nation.
  
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• Arsenal close in on £80m move for Newcastle captain Guimaraes – Reports

  30-07-2026 18:24 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyePremier League champions Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes, with reports indicating growing confidence that a deal could be completed in the coming days.According to BBC Sport, there is increasing expectation that the Brazil midfielder will complete a move to the Emirates this summer after making it clear he wants to join Mikel Arteta’s side.The Gunners have tracked the 28-year-old throughout the transfer window and are
  
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• Insecurity: FG orders upgrade of NSCDC training facility in Abuja

  30-07-2026 18:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: The Federal Government has directed the upgrade of the Tactical Training Ground and Obstacle Course of the Federal Capital Territory FCT Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps NSCDC, to enhance the training, development and operational readiness of the Corps.Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo disclosed this at the commissioning of the facility on Thursday in Abuja.Represented by the Commandant General of the NSCDC, Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, the m
  
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• Alia hails Tinubu for approving army’s 5 Division headquarters Makurdi

  30-07-2026 18:19 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Gov. Hyacinth Alia has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving the Nigerian Army’s 5 Division Headquarters in Makurdi to boost security and stability nationwide.Alia gave the commendation in a statement signed by Mr Tersoo Kula, his Chief Press Secretary and made available to newsmen in Makurdi.The governor said the approval demonstrated Tinubu’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture and addressing security challenges nationwide.He stated that the n
  
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• Xenophobia has no place in Africa, Nwachukwu warns

  30-07-2026 18:17 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Steve OkoUMUAHIA — Former Military Administrator of old Imo State, Maj.-Gen. Ike Nwachukwu (retd.), has warned that Africa must not replace apartheid with xenophobia, condemning attacks against Nigerians and other Africans in South Africa.Nwachukwu spoke on Thursday at the South-East Regional Security Summit in Umuahia, Abia State, where he commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his condemnation of recent xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa.The elder statesman said
  
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• Northeast Development Commission distributes 10,000 e-vehicles to beneficiaries

  30-07-2026 18:13 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Establishes 18 model schools in 6 statesBy Soni Daniel, Northern Region EditorThe North-East Development Commission says it has concluded arrangement to supply 10,000 electric-powered vehicles to beneficiaries in the region in its earnest bid to improve transportation and reduce the suffering of commuters.The Managing Director of the commission, Mr. Mohammed Alkali, who announced the development at a media briefing in Abuja on Thursday, said the vehicles would include four-seater taxi c
  
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• Aiyedatiwa approves N1.1bn intervention to end AAUA strike

  30-07-2026 18:10 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Dayo Johnson AkureOndo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has approved the release of N1.1 billion as a Special Intervention Fund to Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, AAUA, to offset outstanding staff salaries and end the ongoing ASUU strike.The approval came hours after the Students’ Union issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the state government to resolve the industrial action.A statement by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, in Akure on Tuesday said the
  
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• China tells US of ‘serious concern’ over latest trade restrictions

  30-07-2026 17:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  China’s top trade official told his counterparts from the United States on Thursday Beijing had “serious concern” over Washington’s latest trade restrictions affecting it, according to state media.China and the United States spent much of last year embroiled in an escalating trade war but reached a truce when US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping met last October.However, recent tensions have threatened to disrupt that impasse.Beijing condemned
  
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• Tinubu disbands PIC, warns Dutsin-Ma to stop parading himself as secretary

  30-07-2026 17:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  —Orders AGF to take over committee activitiesBy Johnbosco Agbakwuru, AbujaPresident Bola Tinubu has warned Bello Suleiman Dutsin-Ma to stop parading himself as the Secretary of the Presidential Implementation Committee (PIC) on the Alienation of Federal Government Properties.President Tinubu, who said that the committee was dissolved on November 5, 2025, ordered the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice to take over the activities of the PIC.A statement by the preside
  
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• Selection process for next UN chief begins

  30-07-2026 17:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The UN Security Council began the process of selecting the UN’s next secretary-general, holding a first “straw poll” to gauge the seven candidates’ support for the high-profile global statesman role.Four women and three men are so far in the running to succeed Antonio Guterres, who will complete his second five-year term on December 31, 2026.They are Michelle Bachelet of Chile, Maria Fernanda Espinosa of Ecuador, Rafael Grossi of Argentina, Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica,
  
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• FG seeks Japanese partnership for housing projects in 774 LGAs

  30-07-2026 17:43 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Woos Chodai, says Nigeria open for investmentBy John AlechenuThe Federal Government has renewed its call for foreign investment in the housing sector, unveiling plans to develop a social housing programme that will cover all 774 local government areas in the country.The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Engr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma, disclosed this on Thursday during a meeting with Japanese construction firm, Chodai Company Limited, in Abuja.The engagement, facilitated by the Niger
  
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• Senate sets for  23-day probe of Nigeria’s Oil sector audit, summons NNPCL, CBN, others

  30-07-2026 17:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  * As Senators seek to recover revenues, enforce transparency and strengthen accountability in extractive industryBy Henry UmoruABUJA- THE Senate has concluded arrangement to commence the launch of a comprehensive investigation into the  Nigeria’s oil and gas industry as it has summoned  the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), major international and indigenous oil companies as well as  key government institutions to defend
  
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• UEFA to boycott FIFA tournaments if Infantino’s investment plan goes through

  30-07-2026 17:40 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeEurope’s football governing body, UEFA, has threatened to boycott FIFA competitions, including the FIFA World Cup, if president Gianni Infantino proceeds with plans to sell a stake in the governing body’s tournaments to private investors.The warning followed an emergency meeting involving UEFA’s 55 member associations on Thursday, where officials unanimously opposed FIFA’s proposal to seek outside investment in competitions such as the men’s an
  
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• Alleged Cybercrime: Court orders arrest of UK-based radiographer

  30-07-2026 17:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …directs IGP to place her on Interpol Red NoticeBy Ikechukwu NnochiriABUJA—Following an application by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, the Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a warrant for the arrest and extradition of a United Kingdom-based radiographer, Immaculata Ikenwankwor, to face cybercrime-related charges in Nigeria.The court, in a ruling delivered by Justice James Omotosho, directed that the defendant be placed on Interpol Red Notice and also the watc
  
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• Why FCTA couldn’t complete Millennium Tower project – Wike

  30-07-2026 17:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, says the FCT Administration could not complete the abandoned Millennium Tower project due to the multi-billion naira demanded by the contractor.Wike, who cleared the air after he inspected some ongoing projects in Abuja on Thursday, said the contractor handling the massive project demanded between N300 billion and N400 billion to complete the project.The minister explained that the FCT Administration could not shoulder the staggering
  
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• Why Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha could lose famous nickname at Colo-Colo

  30-07-2026 17:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeCape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, one of the breakout stars of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, could be forced to abandon the nickname that made him a global fan favourite after completing a move to Chilean giants Colo-Colo.According to Reuters, Chilean football regulations prohibit players from wearing nicknames on the back of their jerseys, meaning the 40-year-old may have to use his real name, Josimar José Évora Dias, instead of the iconic “Vozinha” when
  
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• Fake news fueling insecurity, says Information Minister

  30-07-2026 17:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Urges support for state policing, media literacy…Says Nigeria stronger when South-East is secureBy Steve OkoUMUAHIA — The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has warned that fake news, misinformation and hate speech have become tools being exploited by criminal elements to fuel insecurity and undermine national unity.Idris spoke on Thursday at the South-East Regional Security Summit held in Umuahia, Abia State, organised by the Minister of Defe
  
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• Nigeria congratulates Colombia’s president-elect, Espriella

  30-07-2026 17:22 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Federal Government has congratulated Colombia’s President-elect, Abelardo Espriella, on his victory in the June 21, 2026 presidential runoff election.The congratulatory message was contained in a statement issued by the Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr Kimiebi Ebienfa, on Thursday in Abuja.Ebienfa said Nigeria welcomed the democratic expression of the will of the Colombian people and looked forward to working closely with the incoming administration ahead of its inaugu
  
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• Nigeria destroys 19,000 illicit weapons, shows commitment to security — Ribadu

  30-07-2026 17:21 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has said the destruction of more than 19,000 illicit, decommissioned and unserviceable small arms and light weapons by the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) demonstrates sustained commitment by government to making Nigeria safer.Ribadu stated this on Thursday in Abuja during the destruction of about 2,809 illicit and unserviceable small arms and light weapons by the NCCSALW.Repres
  
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• Ebonyi PWDs protest alleged neglect, eviction threat, demand inclusion

  30-07-2026 17:14 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Jeff Agbodo, AbakalikiMembers of the Joint National Association of Persons With Disabilities (JONAPWD), Ebonyi State chapter, on Thursday staged a peaceful protest in Abakaliki, demanding greater inclusion and improved welfare from the state government.The protesters called for monthly financial support, welfare assistance and the immediate assent to the Disability Bill recently passed by the Ebonyi State House of Assembly.They also protested an alleged eviction notice issued to their secret
  
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• Resident doctors declare nationwide indefinite strike from August 10

  30-07-2026 17:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ben Ngwakwe, GombeThe Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared an indefinite nationwide industrial action from August 10, 2026, over the Federal Government’s failure to implement agreements reached with the association and address lingering welfare and workplace concerns.The decision was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of NARD’s National Executive Council meeting and Annual National Scientific Conference held in Gombe on Thursday.Addressing
  
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• Tinubu told to nominate Jonathan for UN Secretary-General

  30-07-2026 17:03 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Samuel Oyadongha, YenagoaThe African Policy and Research Consortium (APRC) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to nominate former President Goodluck Jonathan for the position of United Nations Secretary-General.In a statement on Thursday, the convener of APRC, Prof. Edward Agbai, said Jonathan possessed the leadership experience, diplomatic skills and democratic credentials required to occupy the world’s top diplomatic position.Agbai said the UN needed a leader with proven execut
  
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