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• NASS primaries: Tunji-Ojo not behind Ondo APC crisis — Group

  22-07-2026 07:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  AKURE — THE BTO Renewed Hope Group, yesterday, dismissed allegations by a former Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources in Ondo State, Mr Razak Obe, that the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, is responsible for the crisis within the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state.
  The group, in a statement by its Secretary, Mr Tobi Olalekan, described the allegation as “categorically false,” insisting that Tunji-Ojo has no role in determining candidates for Nati
  
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• Wike bans use of FCT green areas as car lots

  19-08-2026 13:32 via punchng.com
  
  FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has banned the use of green areas and parks in Abuja as car dealership lots, citing environmental concerns and flood management efRead More: https://punchng.com/wike-bans-use-of-fct-green-areas-as-car-lots/
  
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• Kaduna CP orders investigation following viral extortion video

  19-08-2026 13:32 via punchng.com
  
  Kaduna CP orders investigation into officers seen in a viral video allegedly extorting motorists. The command vows disciplinary action against those foundRead More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-cp-orders-investigation-following-viral-extortion-video/
  
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• Arsenal closing in on deal for Ezri Konsa

  19-08-2026 13:32 via punchng.com
  
  Arsenal are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa. Find out how this potential transfer could strengthen Arsenal’s defensRead More: https://punchng.com/arsenal-closing-in-on-deal-for-ezri-konsa/
  
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• Tourist helicopter crashes in Kenya, no survivors

  19-08-2026 13:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  A helicopter carrying several tourists crashed Wednesday in Kenya’s Samburu county, north of the capital, Nairobi, killing all those on board, an aviation source told AFP.“I can confirm an accident has happened, there are no survivors,” the source told AFP, without being able to say how many people were onboard.In a video shared on X, black smoke can be seen billowing into the sky at the foot of Mount Ololokwe, where the crash occurred.Mount Ololokwe, a sacred mountain for the
  
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• Lagos gets 360MW boost as FG upgrades four substations

  19-08-2026 13:25 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …170,000 households, 580,000 residents to benefit…FG targets 6,000MW wheeling capacity by year-endBy Mariam EkoLAGOS — The Federal Government has commissioned upgraded transmission facilities at four major substations in Lagos, adding about 360 megawatts (MW) to the state’s transmission capacity and improving bulk electricity supply to residential, commercial and industrial consumers.The projects, located at Ijora, Apapa Road, Alausa and Lekki substations, are expected
  
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• From Community Halls to Mobile Screens: The Digital Transformation of Traditional Social Games

  19-08-2026 13:23 via vanguardngr.com
  
  There was a time when a weekend social gathering required quite a bit of coordination. You would agree on a time, trek down to the local community centre, town hall, or bustling neighbourhood plaza, and gather around a physical table. Whether it was a lively game of cards in a British social club or a competitive round of Ayò Olópón under the shade of a veranda in Lagos, these gatherings were the very heartbeat of our social lives. They were where news was shared, friendship
  
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• FCCPC orders withdrawal of goods with incomplete labels

  19-08-2026 13:17 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Warns manufacturers, importers, distributors, retailers against regulatory sanctionsABUJA — The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has directed manufacturers, importers, distributors and retailers to immediately withdraw consumer goods that do not comply with mandatory product labelling requirements.The Commission issued the directive in a public advisory published on its official X handle on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, citing relevant provisions of the
  
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• Uncle Sam will be remembered for being a detribalised Nigerian – Amaechi

  19-08-2026 13:16 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Former Minister of Transportation and former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has described Vanguard Publisher, Sam Amuka-Pemu, as a detribalised Nigerian who gave people from different ethnic backgrounds opportunities to thrive.Amaechi stated this on Wednesday at Vanguard Book Launch and Reunion held at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.Speaking in honour of the publisher, popularly known as Uncle Sam, Amaechi said Nigerians would remember him for his commitment to promoting natio
  
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• Oil theft: Delta deploys new vessel to secure waterways, assets

  19-08-2026 13:15 via punchng.com
  
  Delta State strengthens maritime security with a new vessel, SSV-KALI 3, to combat oil theft, illegal bunkering, and protect critical oil and gas assets.Read More: https://punchng.com/oil-theft-delta-deploys-new-vessel-to-secure-waterways-assets/
  
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• Move away from allocation dependence, Oyedele urges states to boost IGR

  19-08-2026 13:15 via punchng.com
  
  Finance Minister Oyedele urges Nigerian states to strengthen Internally-Generated Revenue (IGR) and reduce reliance on federal allocations for sustainableRead More: https://punchng.com/move-away-from-allocation-dependence-oyedele-urges-states-to-boost-igr/
  
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• Lagos declares Thursday work-free for 2026 Isese day

  19-08-2026 13:15 via punchng.com
  
  Lagos State Government declares Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day for Isese Day celebrations. Learn about the cultural significance and activitiesRead More: https://punchng.com/lagos-declares-thursday-work-free-for-2026-isese-day/
  
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• Four Nigerians arrested in India over drug trafficking

  19-08-2026 13:15 via punchng.com
  
  Four Nigerian nationals have been arrested in India over alleged involvement in a drug trafficking network, with narcotics worth approximately ₹15 crore (₦ 2.1 bn) recovered during a series of operations. The Hindu reported on Wednesday that the arrests followed coordinated operations by the Narcotics Control Bureau, state police and other security agencies targeting foreign nationals allegedly involvedRead More: https://punchng.com/four-nigerians-arrested-in-india-ove
  
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• Octogenarian killed in Ebonyi community, police begin probe

  19-08-2026 13:15 via punchng.com
  
  Police in Ebonyi State have launched an investigation into the murder of an octogenarian, Onwe Ubochi, in Osege village. Read more about the Ebonyi murder.Read More: https://punchng.com/octogenarian-killed-in-ebonyi-community-police-begin-probe/
  
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• Obi’s 2027 chances ended with ADC exit — Fayose

  19-08-2026 13:12 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Says opposition disunity has handed Tinubu advantageABUJA — Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has said Peter Obi’s decision to leave the African Democratic Congress (ADC) effectively ended his chances of winning the 2027 presidential election.Fayose said Obi and other opposition politicians weakened their collective chances against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) by abandoning the ADC platform and pursuing separate political paths.He made the remarks on
  
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• Anambra community protests alleged demolition of ancestral homes for TCN project

  19-08-2026 13:07 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Residents allege six elders died amid tension over planned demolitionBy Chimaobi NwaiwuNNEWI — Residents of Ebenesi Community in Nnobi, Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State, have protested against the proposed demolition of their ancestral homes to pave the way for a power transmission line project by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).The community appealed to President Bola Tinubu and Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, to intervene in the dispu
  
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• Flooding: Wike sets up taskforce, probes directors over abuse of green areas

  19-08-2026 13:04 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Omeiza AjayiFederal Capital Territory FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has ordered an immediate ban on the conversion of green spaces, parks and gardens into commercial car dealership lots across Abuja.The directive is part of measures by the FCT Administration to curb worsening flood incidents across the capital city, where the loss of designated absorption zones and recreational spaces has disrupted urban drainage systems.Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the
  
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• Osun Election: Tinubu allowed free contest, unlike 2018 Ekiti that was taken from me — Fayose

  19-08-2026 13:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ABUJA — Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has commended President Bola Tinubu for what he described as his “magnanimity” during the August 15 governorship election in Osun State, saying the President could have influenced the outcome if he had chosen to do so.Fayose, however, alleged that the Federal Government used its influence to work against him during the 2018 Ekiti governorship election, claiming that security personnel were deployed to restrict his movement a
  
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• IBB, Nwachukwu, Osoba, others pay tributes to Sam Amuka at Vanguard 40th anniversary

  19-08-2026 12:56 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Former military Head of State, Ibrahim Babangida, and former Ogun State Governor, Olusegun Osoba, have paid glowing tributes to veteran journalist and Vanguard founder, Sam Amuka-Pemu, as Vanguard Newspapers marked its 40th anniversary.The event was held on Wednesday at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, bringing together prominent personalities from the political, business, diplomatic, security and media sectors, as well as former and current members of the Vanguard family.The anniversa
  
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• IBB, Nwachukwu, Osoba, others pay tribute to Sam Amuka at Vanguard 40th anniversary

  19-08-2026 12:56 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Former military Head of State, Ibrahim Babangida, and former Ogun State Governor, Olusegun Osoba, have paid glowing tributes to veteran journalist and Vanguard founder, Sam Amuka-Pemu, as Vanguard Newspapers marked its 40th anniversary.The tributes were delivered on Wednesday at the launch of The Vanguard Chronology: 40 Years of Nigeria’s Leading Tabloid and the anniversary celebration held at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.Babangida, who was represented by Professor Mohammed Ya
  
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• APC releases timetable for Delta, Kogi, others’ primaries

  19-08-2026 12:46 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Party to conduct primaries for restored constituencies, legislative bye-electionsABUJA — The All Progressives Congress (APC) has released the timetable and schedule of activities for the conduct of primary elections ahead of the 2026 legislative bye-elections and the elections for four State House of Assembly constituencies recently restored by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).The party said INEC had restored four previously suppressed State House of Assembly c
  
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• Sam Amuka’s courage, editorial freedom shaped Vanguard newspapers – Osoba

  19-08-2026 12:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Former Ogun State Governor, Olusegun Osoba, has praised Vanguard co-founder and veteran journalist, Sam Amuka, for his courage to take risks and his contributions to the Nigerian newspaper industry.Osoba spoke at the launch of The Vanguard Chronology: 40 Years of Nigeria’s Leading Tabloid and Vanguard Book Launch and Reunion held at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, where he served as chairman of the event.Speaking on Amuka’s career, Osoba said the veteran journalist had con
  
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• US tightens green card rules with stricter public charge test

  19-08-2026 12:35 via punchng.com
  
  The US is tightening Green Card rules with a stricter public charge test from September 18, 2026. Understand the new requirements for applicants.Read More: https://punchng.com/us-tightens-green-card-rules-with-stricter-public-charge-test/
  
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• Osun poll: Tinubu magnanimous, Ekiti was taken from me in 2018 — Fayose

  19-08-2026 12:35 via punchng.com
  
  Former Ekiti Governor Fayose praises President Tinubu’s magnanimity in the Osun election, contrasting it with alleged federal influence in the 2018 Ekiti pRead More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-tinubu-magnanimous-ekiti-was-taken-from-me-in-2018-fayose/
  
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• NDLEA arrests influencer over $28m cocaine shipment bound for UK

  19-08-2026 12:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Agency seizes 184.5kg cocaine, arrests two suspects in LagosA Nigerian social media influencer, Afolabi Kazeem Micheal, popularly known as “KC Luxury”, has been arrested by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) over his alleged links to an international cocaine trafficking network.The arrest according to BBC, followed the seizure of 184.5 kilogrammes of cocaine worth nearly $28 million, allegedly destined for the United Kingdom.Micheal, 49, who has about 700,000 f
  
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• The Mathematics Behind Casino House Edge 

  19-08-2026 12:34 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Online gambling is now mainstream entertainment. The World Cup brought millions into sports betting. TikTok and Twitch have changed how younger audiences discover gambling content. Slots are one tap away. Roulette spins take seconds. A bet can be placed during a live match without much thought. Access has become incredibly simple while the underlying mathematics remains somewhat hidden.That disconnect is easy to miss. New players don’t necessarily lack interest in how games work, but
  
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• Allocation alone can’t guarantee prosperity for states — Oyedele

  19-08-2026 12:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Emmanuel IheakaOWERRI — The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Prof. Taiwo Oyedele, has said federal allocations alone cannot guarantee prosperity for states, urging governments to develop sustainable sources of revenue and drive economic growth.Oyedele stated this at the 2026 National Council on Finance and Economic Development (NACOFED) conference in Owerri, Imo State.The minister said the conference was aimed at addressing prevailing economic challenges am
  
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• Alausa moves to overhaul MBTE, targets skills revolution

  19-08-2026 12:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …KPMG restructuring to align technical education with jobs, industry needsBy Joseph Erunke, AbujaABUJA — The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has launched a major restructuring of the Monotechnic and Technical Education Board, MBTE, as part of efforts to reposition Nigeria’s polytechnics and monotechnics as stronger engines of skills development, employment and economic growth.Alausa disclosed this while outlining ongoing reforms aimed at repositioning the agency and a
  
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• Inuwa approves N148.76m monthly subvention increase for Gombe varsity

  19-08-2026 12:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Directs immediate processing of CATA arrears, moves to address ASUU demandsBy Ben Ngwakwe, GombeGOMBE — Gombe State Governor and Visitor to Gombe State University, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has approved an additional N148.762 million monthly subvention for the institution to facilitate the implementation of the Enhanced Salary Structure, otherwise known as the Consolidated Academic Tool Allowance (CATA), effective from October 2026.The Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Ibrahi
  
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• Peter Obi is ‘candidate of conscience’ as campaigns begin – Media office

  19-08-2026 12:25 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Henry UmoruAs the presidential campaigns begin today, as stipulated by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, the media office of the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress ahead of next year’s elections, Peter Obi, has formally presented him as the “Candidate of Conscience” as campaigns for the 2027 presidential election officially commence.In a statement signed on Wednesday by the POMR Spokesman, Idris Zekeri, the media office urged Nigeri
  
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