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• Niger: Dangerous to normalise mass abductions

  30-08-2026 02:13 via punchng.com
  
  ANOTHER wave of terror swept through several communities in Niger State last weekend, with terrorists reportedly abducting scores of people from mosques and surrounding villages in the Borgu Local Government Area. The scale and frequency of such attacks should horrify a country. Mass abduction must never become a routine feature of Nigerian life. Yet, increasingly,Read More: https://punchng.com/niger-dangerous-to-normalise-mass-abductions/
  
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• FG plans six world-class medical simulation centres

  30-08-2026 18:42 via vanguardngr.com
  …as health training enrolment soarsBy Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe Federal Government has unveiled plans to establish world-class medical simulation centres across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, in a major push to improve practical training for the country’s rapidly expanding healthcare workforce.The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, disclosed this while receiving the report of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Medical Simulation Committee, describing the propo
  
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• No students killed at Osun convention – NANS

  30-08-2026 18:38 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina Abubakar OsogboThe National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has described reports that an ex-student of Osun State Polytechnic was killed at its recently concluded convention in Osun State as untrue.A national daily (not Vanguard) reported that one Ademiju Ayeni, popularly called “Jago” was stabbed to death at the convention venue, the NUJ Secretariat in Osogbo.However, a statement issued by Zone D NANS Coordinator, Comrade Adeyemo Josiah disclosed that nobody was k
  
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• NYSC urges corps members to embrace cultural diversity, sustain national unity

  30-08-2026 18:35 via vanguardngr.com
  The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Niger, on Sunday urged corps members to embrace Nigeria’s cultural diversity and sustain national unity beyond the orientation camp.The NYSC Coordinator in Niger, Mrs Martina Shuaibu-Ibrahim, made the call at the 2026 Batch B Stream II Cultural Carnival held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Paiko.She said the carnival provided an avenue for cultural exchange, integration and the promotion of national unity among corps members from differen
  
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• Nigeria expresses concern over political crisis in Niger

  30-08-2026 18:34 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria expresses deep concern over the ongoing political crisis in Niger following an attempted coup, urging a return to constitutional order for regionalRead More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-expresses-concern-over-political-crisis-in-niger/
  
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• Japa: FG targets 20,000 annual medical admissions, unveils six simulation centres

  30-08-2026 18:34 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government plans to increase annual medical admissions to 20,000 and unveils six simulation centres to boost healthcare workforce training amidRead More: https://punchng.com/japa-fg-targets-20000-annual-medical-admissions-unveils-six-simulation-centres/
  
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• 2027: Don’t promise Nigerians what you can’t deliver, cleric tells politicians

  30-08-2026 18:34 via punchng.com
  
  A cleric warns politicians against making unrealistic promises for the 2027 elections, urging honesty about Nigeria’s economic realities and fuel subsidy rRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-dont-promise-nigerians-what-you-cant-deliver-cleric-tells-politicians/
  
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• Group laments lack of liver transplant services in Nigeria

  30-08-2026 18:34 via punchng.com
  
  A medical group laments the complete absence of liver transplant services in Nigeria, forcing patients to seek costly treatment abroad. They urge governmenRead More: https://punchng.com/group-laments-lack-of-liver-transplant-services-in-nigeria/
  
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• 2027: Emir of Argungu endorses Kebbi gov for second term

  30-08-2026 18:33 via punchng.com
  
  The Emir of Argungu has endorsed Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris for a second term, citing his administration’s development record and selfless service.Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-emir-of-argungu-endorses-kebbi-gov-for-second-term/
  
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• Google Maps renames Lake Ontario ‘Lake America’ in US

  30-08-2026 18:32 via punchng.com
  
  Google Maps has controversially renamed Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’ for US users, sparking outrage from Canadian officials amid escalating trade tensionRead More: https://punchng.com/google-maps-renames-lake-ontario-lake-america-in-us/
  
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• Police arrest guard over sexual assault of eight-year-old in Calabar

  30-08-2026 18:27 via punchng.com
  
  Police in Calabar have arrested a security guard for the alleged sexual assault of an eight-year-old girl. Read more about the ongoing investigation.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-guard-over-sexual-assault-of-eight-year-old-in-calabar/
  
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• EPL: Chelsea beat Brighton 4-3 to extend Alonso’s perfect start

  30-08-2026 18:18 via punchng.com
  
  Chelsea secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Brighton, extending Xabi Alonso’s perfect start as manager. Read about the goal-fest and key moments.Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-chelsea-beat-brighton-4-3-to-extend-alonsos-perfect-start/
  
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• French LGBTQ activist hospitalised after homophobic attack in Paris

  30-08-2026 18:12 via punchng.com
  
  A French LGBTQ activist was hospitalised after a homophobic attack in Paris. Learn more about the assault and the ongoing fight against anti-LGBT+ violenceRead More: https://punchng.com/french-lgbtq-activist-hospitalised-after-homophobic-attack-in-paris/
  
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• Google Maps renames Lake Ontario ‘Lake America’ in US – but not Canada

  30-08-2026 18:10 via vanguardngr.com
  Google redesignated Lake Ontario as “Lake America” on maps seen by US users Sunday after President Donald Trump announced he was renaming the body of water, with a Canadian official slamming the cross-border tensions as “absolutely backwards.”People in Canada will still see Lake Ontario, the Indigenous-rooted name used for the lake since the 17th century, on their devices and computers, the US-based tech giant said.The shock nomenclatural spat erupted as the latest elemen
  
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• APC secretary visits Adeleke, congratulates him on re-election

  30-08-2026 18:01 via punchng.com
  
  APC National Secretary, Surajudeen Basiru, visits Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke to congratulate him on his re-election and thank him for endorsing Tinubu.Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-secretary-visits-adeleke-congratulates-him-on-re-election/
  
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• Oyo APC: Aggrieved assembly aspirants drop grievances, back Tinubu, 2027 candidates

  30-08-2026 17:45 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adeola BadruThe All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has reconciled most aspirants who contested its recent House of Assembly primary election, with the aspirants pledging to work for the party’s success across the state’s 32 constituencies in the 2027 general elections.The development is being seen as a significant step towards rebuilding cohesion within the party ahead of the 2027 elections, particularly after protests and grievances reportedly followed the conduct and
  
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• Nigeria records $947m remittances in July, nears $1bn monthly target

  30-08-2026 17:29 via vanguardngr.com
  By Babajide KomolafeLAGOS — Nigeria recorded $947 million in remittance inflows through International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) in July 2026, the highest monthly inflow ever recorded through formal channels, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).The figure brings the apex bank closer to its $1 billion monthly remittance target set by Governor Olayemi Cardoso.According to the CBN, remittance inflows through IMTOs reached $3.8 billion in the first seven months of 2026, repre
  
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• EPL: Chelsea survive Brighton scare in 4-3 thriller

  30-08-2026 17:26 via vanguardngr.com
  Chelsea’s fearsome front three stretched Xabi Alonso’s perfect start at Stamford Bridge in a thrilling 4-3 win over Brighton on Sunday.Joao Pedro, Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer scored as Alonso’s reign kicked off with a 3-2 win at Fulham on Monday.Pedro and Palmer were on target once more, while Rogers teed up Chelsea’s second goal scored by Pedro Neto as the Blues held off a rally from Brighton that threatened to snatch a point.Emi Martinez was thrown straight into goal
  
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• 2027: ‘Tinubu should step down for Obi,’ Igbo Group tells campaigners

  30-08-2026 17:26 via vanguardngr.com
  By Emmanuel IheakaOWERRI — The Igbo Heroes and Icons Foundation (IHIF) has rejected moves by the Renewed Hope for Greater Nigeria (RHGN), a campaign group supporting President Bola Tinubu, to persuade former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race.RHGN, through its Deputy National Leader (South-East), Mazi Franklin Ngoforo, had announced plans to meet Igbo leaders, including Ohanaeze Ndigbo and former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Chie
  
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• Gov Adeleke will campaign for Tinubu’s re-election – APC national secretary

  30-08-2026 17:16 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina Abubakar OsogboThe National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Dr. Ajibola Basiru, has disclosed that Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke will campaign for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in the state.He added that the cooperation between the APC and Accord in the state will deliver about 1.5 million votes for the President during the general elections next year.Speaking with newsmen after a courtesy visit to the Governor at the Government House in Osogbo on Sun
  
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• Osun Election: Oyebamiji accepts result, congratulates Adeleke

  30-08-2026 17:15 via vanguardngr.com
  The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in the August 15 Osun State governorship election, Bola Oyebamiji, has accepted the outcome of the poll and congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke, two weeks after the election.Adeleke, who contested on the platform of the Accord Party, was declared winner of the election.In a statement on Saturday, Oyebamiji thanked APC members and supporters for their “sacrifices, resilience, prayers and unwavering belief” in his candidacy.He also expr
  
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• Bandits abandon Sarkin Noman as Police foil kidnap attempt in Kano

  30-08-2026 17:09 via vanguardngr.com
  By Hadiza YusufThe Kano State Police Command has rescued the Sarkin Noman Kano, Alhaji Yusif Nadabo, after suspected bandits abandoned him while fleeing a police operation during a failed kidnap attempt in Garun Mallam Local Government Area of the state.The incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. on Friday when the attackers reportedly invaded Garun Mallam town and began shooting into the air.The command’s spokesperson, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, disclosed this in a statement issued on Satu
  
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• Sokoto Specialist Hospital debunks ‘Doctorless’ emergency ward claim

  30-08-2026 17:08 via vanguardngr.com
  By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoSOKOTO — The Chief Medical Director of Sokoto Specialist Hospital, Dr Attahiru Isa Sokoto, has dismissed as false and misleading claims circulating on social media alleging that doctors were absent from the hospital’s Emergency Ward.The controversy followed a viral social media post questioning the presence of medical personnel at the state-owned tertiary health facility and raising concerns over the alleged absence of doctors when emergency medical attenti
  
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• Benin-Asaba Road: Mauritanian, Nigerian own concession firm — Activist Ugolor

  30-08-2026 17:06 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adesina WahabAn activist, Rev. David Ugolor, has alleged that documents obtained from the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) show that the company handling the concession of the Benin-Asaba Expressway is owned by two individuals, a Nigerian and a Mauritanian national.Ugolor said the Nigerian shareholder holds a 95 per cent stake in Benin-Asaba Expressway Concession Company (BAECC), while the Mauritanian national holds the remaining five per cent.He disclosed this on Saturday night during a v
  
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• List of countries offering visa for spouse of foreign students in 2026

  30-08-2026 17:04 via vanguardngr.com
  Studying abroad can be a major life-changing decision, but for married students and parents, choosing countries with a spouse visa can make it easier to avoid leaving their loved ones behind.However, international students do not face the same family restrictions in every destination. Several countries allow eligible students to apply for dependant visas or residence permits that enable their spouses and children to join them during their studies.The rules differ from one country to another, wi
  
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• Insecurity: Nigeria won’t negotiate with terrorists — FG

  30-08-2026 17:03 via vanguardngr.com
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruThe Federal Government has reiterated its stance against negotiating with terrorists, saying the only language terrorists understand is defeat.The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, said this while speaking with journalists on the sidelines of the 21st Extraordinary Session of the African Union in Luanda, Angola.She said the summit aims to address terrorism, violent extremism and conflict prevention in Africa, and to promote peace across the co
  
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• Corruption is economic banditry — ADC

  30-08-2026 17:03 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA – The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has described corruption as ‘economic banditry’, saying the stealing or misuse of public funds is a national menace that must be confronted head-on.The party said the description was deliberate, intended to make Nigerians recognise the devastating cost of corruption and rally behind political platforms genuinely committed to stamping it out.ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said the position i
  
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• No water released from Lagdo Dam, FG assures Nigerians

  30-08-2026 17:00 via vanguardngr.com
  By Gabriel EwepuABUJA — The Federal Government, through the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA), has dismissed reports that water is being released from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon, saying there is no cause for alarm.NiHSA Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, Arc Umar Mohammed, made this known in a statement on Sunday, following reports circulating on social and electronic media linking alleged water releases from the dam to flooding in the Benue River Basin, particularly
  
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• Prominent Kogi monarch, Eleta of Iyara, dies at 75

  30-08-2026 16:59 via vanguardngr.com
  By Boluwaji Obahopo, LokojaThe people of Iyara community in Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State have been thrown into mourning following the death of their traditional ruler, Oba (Engr.) Jacob Babatunde Meduteni, the Eleta Oluyara of Iyara Land.The monarch, aged 75, reportedly died peacefully in his palace in Iyara after battling an undisclosed illness for a prolonged period.Oba Meduteni ascended the throne in 2023 after the Kogi State Government appointed him Eleta Oluyara of Iyara Land
  
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• Ogun cracks down on unapproved motorcycle associations

  30-08-2026 16:58 via punchng.com
  
  Ogun State Government begins crackdown on unapproved motorcycle associations, warning them to stop illegal revenue collection. Only ROMO, AMORAN, and ACCOMRead More: https://punchng.com/ogun-cracks-down-on-unapproved-motorcycle-associations/
  
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