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• ‘He has no electoral value’ – Wike mocks Bode George

  08-08-2026 15:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Omeiza Ajayi, ABUJAFederal Capital Territory FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said he has no regret over stopping Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, former Deputy National Chairman, Chief Bode George, from becoming the party’s National Chairman, describing him as a failed politician who has not won any election for the PDP in Lagos State since 1999.Read Also: Osun 2026: Strengths and weaknesses of Adeleke, Oyebamiji, Salaam as voters head to pollsIn a statement on Saturday by his Senior Spec
  
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• Whose time is it? By Patrick Omorodion

  09-08-2026 02:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  There is a saying in our local parlance that ‘if one man own no spoil, another man own no go better’.? This means that “One man’s loss is another man’s gain.”In 2015, then president of FIFA, Joseph Sepp Blatter was in his fifth term as president of football’s world body when he ran into hot waters of financial scandals.He was investigated for a controversial 2-million Swiss franc payment made to then UEFA president Michel Platini.Both of them were tried
  
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• Can NDC Resolve Growing Concerns in Abia State Before 2027?

  09-08-2026 01:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Phillip OgbonnaAs Nigeria gradually moves toward the 2027 general elections, political parties are expected to strengthen their internal structures, inspire confidence among their members, and present themselves as credible alternatives to the electorate. In Abia State, however, concerns are beginning to emerge within the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), prompting important discussions about fairness, inclusiveness, internal democracy, and the party’s electoral strategy.Across v
  
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• Interior Minister’s achievements have projected youths positively

  09-08-2026 01:46 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Saka Ola Ahmed The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi  Tunji-Ojo, achievements in his ministry in the last three years have created a positive image for youths in the country   and have shown that, when given responsibility , they can excel.   The unprecedented positive performance   so far in the Ministry of Interior by the Minister has given everyone hope that the youths can successfully lead and rule the country.  It is the belief of m
  
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• Chinda most suitable for Rivers Brick House

  09-08-2026 01:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Caleb EkesunnieRt. Hon. Kingsley Ogundu Chinda current member of the House of Representatives, representing Obio/ Akpor Federal Constituency, Rivers State has been in the news lately for good reasons. He   emerged a few months ago as the Rivers State gubernatorial candidate of All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 general elections . He is the immediate past Minority Leader of the current 10th House of Representatives.He has used his over a
  
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• GLO@23: The Bull still reigns supreme

  09-08-2026 01:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Bodex HungboIn a corporate world where corporate giants regularly swap boardrooms like trading cards and sell off equity at the first sign of volatility, one legendary tycoon continues to prove that absolute control is the ultimate power move. That man is Otunba Mike Adenuga Jr., the visionary billionaire whose dense belief in indigenous enterprise gave birth to Globacom, the telecom powerhouse affectionately known across the continent as Glo.As Globacom marks a monumental 23-year miles
  
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• A black face and a thousand ships, by Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi

  09-08-2026 01:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  We read Homer’s ‘The Odyssey’ when we were in school, about King Odysseus of Ithaca who joined other Kings in the Trojan war. It took King Odysseus ten long years to make it back home to Ithaca. We remember the captivating, epic story of love, honour, betrayal, loyalty and redemption. The adventures of King Odysseus began with the narrative of ‘the face that launched a thousand ships’. Helen of Troy was known in Greek mythology as the most beautiful woman in the wo
  
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• Osun 2026: Between politics and law, by Tonnie Iredia

  09-08-2026 01:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The matter of the moment in the last couple of days has been the rift between the Osun state government and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC. While Nigerians have continued to comment on the subject, a major gain of the nation is the people’s realization that if their president is careful and observant, he can easily become personally conscious of public opinion.  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu passed that simple exam of the week by intervening in the EFCC-Osun rift. Th
  
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• Obasanjo, Osoba, AD, and 2003 old men stale stuff, by Dele Sobowale

  09-08-2026 01:16 via vanguardngr.com
  
  “The loser at the hazard, when the game breaks up/  Sadder, sorrier lingers on aloneReplays each throw and drinks of wisdom’s cup” – Aligheri Dante, 1265-1321, in Purgatory.For me, this is one of the most painful articles I have ever had to write in 39 years of writing for VANGUARD. In a fight between older brothers, friends and political associates on the one hand, and, a barely tolerable opponent on the other side, I naturally stand by the former – and
  
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• NAN institutionalises quarterly fitness walks to boost staff wellness, productivity

  09-08-2026 01:03 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Henry ObettaThe News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Lagos Directorate, in collaboration with Alpha Designs Nigeria Ltd., on Saturday organised its maiden fitness walk for staff as part of efforts to promote healthy living, physical fitness and improved workplace productivity.
  The programme, which brought together members of staff and other participants, featured a walk from the Teslim Balogun Stadium to the NAN Lagos office, alongside physical exercises and other wellness activities.
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• FIFA condemns ‘concerted effort’ to weaken Infantino

  09-08-2026 00:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  FIFA on Saturday condemned “a concerted and ongoing effort by some to undermine” the world game’s governing body and its president Gianni Infantino as the controversy over his now shelved private investment plan rumbles on.Infantino has faced calls to resign and was also subject to allegations from a British newspaper on Friday that he paid off a lover while at European governing body UEFA.“Recent reporting has included unsubstantiated assertions and demonstrably false c
  
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• 17 soldiers, others killed as buses collide in Niger

  09-08-2026 00:11 via vanguardngr.com
  
  At least 22 people have died, 17 of them soldiers, after two buses crashed into each other in southern Niger, the West African country’s transport ministry said Saturday.The accident, a head-on collision between two buses, happened on Friday night some 50 kilometres (35 miles) from the town of Madaoua, said the ministry statement.Another 37 people were injured in the accident, it added.Earlier Saturday, the country’s official ANP news agency said one of the buses had been carrying s
  
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• Carrick says being ‘careful’ with Mount as Man Utd draw with PSG

  09-08-2026 00:03 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Michael Carrick said he had to be “careful” with Mason Mount after the England midfielder was involved in an injury scare during Manchester United’s 1-1 friendly draw with Paris Saint-Germain in Gothenburg on Saturday.Mount, who joined United from Chelsea in 2023, has been hampered by injury problems since arriving at Old Trafford and he lasted less than 20 minutes after starting against PSG.The 27-year-old appeared to suffer a foot injury in Sweden and, following discussions
  
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• Kano spends N1.5bn on mass wedding

  08-08-2026 23:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf of Kano State says the state government has expended N1.5 billion on mass wedding programme, covering medical screening, dowry, furniture, and other items for the couples.Gov. Yusuf made the disclosure on Saturday during a reception and the distribution of furniture, among other items, to the couples at the Kano State Government House.He said the present administration had committed over N1.5 billion to ensure the successful implementation of the programme and to provide c
  
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• ‘Patriotic leader’ – Defence minister hails APC National Chairman at 58

  08-08-2026 23:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Kingsley OmonobiMinister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd), has extended his heartfelt congratulations and warmest best wishes to the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, on the momentous occasion of his 58th birthday.In a congratulatory message, General Musa described Professor Yilwatda as a distinguished scholar, visionary administrator, and dedicated statesman whose commitment to democratic governance and national progress remains
  
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• Troops disrupt terrorist logistics, neutralise IED threat, arrest suspects in Zamfara

  08-08-2026 23:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Idris Salisu, GusauTroops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have recorded fresh operational successes against terrorists in separate operations across Zamfara State.The operations were conducted on August 7, 2026, according to a statement by the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force (North West), Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lt. Col. Aliyu Danja.Danja said the operations disrupted terrorist movements, intercepted an alleged logistics supplier, recover
  
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• Tears, anger in Benue as 16 Otukpo attack victims buried

  08-08-2026 23:34 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Peter Duru, MakurdiTears and anguish enveloped Efeyi community in Ugboju District of Otukpo Local Government Area, LGA, Benue State, on Saturday as residents conducted a mass burial for 16 persons allegedly killed by suspected armed herdsmen.The victims were reportedly killed when the attackers invaded the community in the early hours of July 28, throwing residents into panic and forcing many to flee for safety.According to residents, the assailants stormed Efeyi between 4am and 5am and open
  
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• Infantino denies having affair, paying off ex-lover while at UEFA

  08-08-2026 23:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who has endured a week of scathing criticism revolving around the now shelved private investment plan, has been accused by a British newspaper of paying off an alleged lover while at UEFA.According to The Telegraph, the Italian-Swiss lawyer, who served as secretary general of European football’s governing body from 2009 to 2016, also previously used his influence to secure a promotion for the same UEFA employee with whom he was in an intimate relationship.
  
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• Real Warri Pikin cancels Warri show, rejects tribal, political divisions

  08-08-2026 23:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabComedian and actress Real Warri Pikin has announced the cancellation of her Warri show, citing “unfortunate divisions” in the state.The entertainer made the announcement via her official Instagram account, expressing disappointment that division had emerged in a situation where she believed there should be unity.“It is deeply disappointing that, at this stage in our society, we are still confronted with division where there should be unity,” she said.
  
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• Ondo Rep member, Ojogo escapes death in Ore–Ondo auto crash

  08-08-2026 23:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Dayo Johnson AkureHon. Donald Ojogo, member representing Ilaje/Ese-Odo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, narrowly escaped death on Saturday when he was involved in an auto crash along the Ore–Ondo Road.The accident reportedly occurred when a commercial bus made a dangerous overtaking maneuver, colliding with an oncoming vehicle and causing panic among road users.Ojogo, who recently secured re-election to the National Assembly, was not seriously injured. However, som
  
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• Court takes charge of late billionaire Akindele’s estate amid Will dispute

  08-08-2026 23:17 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Innocent AnabaThe Lagos State High Court has ordered the Lagos State Administrator-General to take over the interim administration of the estate of late billionaire industrialist, Chief Labode Akindele, amid a legal dispute over his Will.
  Justice Tanimola Ajorin-Ajose made the order following an application by the deceased’s first son, Mr. Oladipo Akindele, who is challenging the validity of the Will and seeking to prevent the dissipation of his late father’s assets pending the d
  
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• WAFCON: Algeria beat Ivory Coast 2-1 to reach semi-finals, World Cup

  08-08-2026 23:07 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Algeria came from behind to beat Ivory Coast 2-1 in Casablanca on Saturday and reach for the first time the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) semi-finals and the World Cup.Ines Konan put the Ivorians ahead on 29 minutes, but they were reduced to 10 players before half-time in the quarter-final when teenager N’Sira Ouedraogo was sent off.Algeria struck twice within six minutes just before and after the hour mark through substitute Ines Khiri and Amira Braham to turn the match in
  
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• Joe Biden’s cancer has spread into his bones – Hunter

  08-08-2026 22:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Former US President Joe Biden’s prostate cancer has spread to other parts of his body and is causing him pain, his son Hunter Biden revealed. Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father’s deteriorating condition, describing it to BBC as very sad to watch.“The cancer has spread, metastasized into his bones and further,” he said. “It’s very painful and it’s very debilitating in many respects.”The fo
  
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• Idoma Association USA moves to petition Trump, US Congress over Benue South killings

  08-08-2026 22:49 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Chioma OkoyeThe Idoma Association USA (IAUSA) has resolved to petition United States President Donald Trump over reported killings, displacement and the security situation in Benue South Senatorial District and other parts of Benue State.The resolution was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the association’s 30th Annual Convention held in Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States, with the theme, “Building Unity Through Accountability.”The convention, atten
  
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• ‘Lagos is not Rivers’ – PDP tackles Wike over Bode George 

  08-08-2026 22:01 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Dapo Akinrefon The People’s Democratic Party, PDP, on Saturday, took a swipe at the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Mr Nyesom Wike, over his remarks on former Deputy National Chairman of the party, Chief Olabode George.Read Also: ‘He has no electoral value’ – Wike mocks Bode GeorgeThe party, in a statement by its Publicity Secretary, Dr Christopher Odianarewo, said Wike’s outburst raises more questions than it answers and further exposes the
  
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• Ukraine denies targeting Bulgaria as drone explodes near pipeline

  08-08-2026 20:07 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Ukraine on Saturday denied targeting Bulgaria after a drone exploded close to the strategic Trans-Balkan gas pipeline linking Turkey to Ukraine near the Romanian border.Bulgaria’s defence ministry said the drone was of a type “widely used by the Ukrainian military”, and the foreign minister summoned the Ukrainian ambassador for a meeting on Monday in response, her office told AFP.Kyiv said it was “in close contact with the Bulgarian side to clarify the circumstances&rdqu
  
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• Police arrest Osun Commissioner over gunshots at APC rally; Adeleke kicks

  08-08-2026 20:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Shina Abubakar, OSOGBOThe Police have arrested Osun State Commissioner for Environment, Mr Mayowa Asejoorin, in connection with gunshots fired at the All Progressives Congress, APC, holds rally in Ilesa on Saturday.Four persons were reportedly injured in the incident.It was gathered that the APC supporters, during the rally in Ilesa metropolis, were attacked by some Accord chieftains, during which sporadic gunshots heard.As a result, people sustained different degrees of injury, including a
  
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• US slams Chinese actions in South China Sea

  08-08-2026 20:01 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The United States on Saturday accused China of “destabilizing” activity near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, saying it is using “dubious” environmental explanations to advance its territorial claims.Scarborough Shoal is a fish-rich reef formation 240 kilometers (124 miles) from the main Philippine island of Luzon and hundreds of kilometers away from mainland China. Both Beijing and Manila claim the flashpoint coral atoll.“The United States re
  
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• UI removes admission quota barrier for distance learning candidates

  08-08-2026 19:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adeola BadruThe University of Ibadan (UI) has declared that limited admission quotas and inadequate physical space on campus should no longer prevent qualified candidates from obtaining admission into the institution, offering them an alternative route through its Open, Distance and eLearning (ODeL) programme.The university said the initiative was designed to provide a second opportunity for candidates who participated in its Post-UTME screening exercise but could not secure admission throug
  
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• Nigeria risks losing out on fresh $1.4bn US aid over ‘Christian persecution’

  08-08-2026 19:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Nkiruka NnoromNigeria may be excluded from a new $1.4 billion U.S health and humanitarian assistance package announced earlier this week if the Federal Government fails to take measurable actions to address violence against Christians, according to terms contained in a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding signed by both countries.The MOU, signed on December 20, 2025 between the U.S Department of State and the Nigerian government under the America First Global Health Strategy, AFGHS, commits
  
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