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• Over 16,000 obsolete weapons destroyed since inception – Arms Control Centre

  17-07-2026 11:56 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) says it has destroyed more than 16,000 obsolete, decommissioned and unserviceable weapons since its establishment as part of efforts to curb the proliferation of illicit firearms in Nigeria.Director-General of the Centre, retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police Johnson Babatunde Kokumo, disclosed this during a courtesy visit to the Inspector-General of Police at the Force Headquarters in Abuja.Ko
  
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• Palace siege: Olojo Kosoko Ruling House urges police to obey court order

  19-07-2026 16:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Dapo Akinrefon
  The Olojo Kosoko Ruling House of Lagos has faulted what it described as an unlawful siege on the Oloja of Lagos Palace, despite a subsisting court order directing parties to maintain the status quo.
  The ruling house, in a statement by its Head, Prince Surajudeen Abiodun Olojo-Kosoko, and its Secretary, Prince Theophilus Olojo-Kosoko, alleged that the actions were being orchestrated by some individuals in defiance of a July 7, 2026, ruling of the Lagos State High Court.
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• 2027: Abbas dismisses rift rumours with Kaduna Gov. Uba Sani

  19-07-2026 16:37 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has dismissed speculation of a rift between him and Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani.The speaker described their relationship as cordial and anchored on mutual trust and shared commitment.Abbas stated this on the sidelines of the distribution of 60,000 bags of fertiliser to farmers under the Renewed Hope Fertiliser Distribution 2026 programme in Zaria on Sunday.Tajudeen urged the APC members to embrace unity and discipline and cautioned the
  
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• Keyamo predicts Spain victory over Argentina in World Cup final

  19-07-2026 16:11 via vanguardngr.com
  
  … Cites Messi’s ‘Magic’ as game changerMinister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, has predicted that Spain will defeat Argentina in the World Cup final, saying only an exceptional performance from Lionel Messi could alter the expected outcome.Keyamo made the prediction in a post on his official X platform on Sunday, where he shared his assessment of the football encounter.“Anyone who knows football very well should easily predict that Spai
  
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• Troops rescue seven kidnap victims, kill two kidnappers, arrest four ISWAP suspects

  19-07-2026 15:55 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Troops have rescued seven kidnapped victims, neutralised two kidnappers, arrested four suspected ISWAP terrorists and collaborators.The troops also recovered arms, ammunition and other items in coordinated operations across Borno, Yobe, Benue and Plateau states.An operational reports obtained by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday said troops of Operation HADIN KAI rescued two women and two minors who escaped from an ISWAP enclave in the Agapalawa area of the Mandara Mountains in Gwoza L
  
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• Iran announces execution of two protesters accused of setting police officers on fire

  19-07-2026 15:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Iran’s judiciary announced that two men were hanged on Sunday over charges relating to anti-government protests that peaked in January, having begun a month earlier over economic grievances.The two men, Erfan Esfandiari and Gol-Mohammad Mohammadi, were found guilty of “tying police officers to a road sign with ropes, injuring them with stones, dousing them with gasoline, and setting them on fire” in the central city of Isfahan, said the judiciary.The indictment stated that the
  
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• Our works speak for us, Adeleke tells Ifetedo supporters

  19-07-2026 15:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Shina AbubakarOSOGBO — Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has assured residents of Ife South Local Government Area of continued investment in rural development and infrastructure if re-elected, saying his administration’s achievements across the state speak for themselves.Adeleke gave the assurance during the campaign tour of the area, where he was received by residents, traditional rulers and community leaders.According to a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Ola
  
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• Information minister hails Ibietan on re-election as APRA Secretary General

  19-07-2026 15:40 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has congratulated Dr. Omoniyi Ibietan on his re-election as Secretary General of the African Public Relations Association (APRA), describing the development as a recognition of his professionalism, dedication and contributions to the public relations profession in Africa.Dr. Ibietan was re-elected during the APRA General Assembly held in Swakopmund, Namibia, alongside Mr. Arik Karani of Kenya, who emerged President, and Profe
  
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• Sanwo-Olu, Amuka lead dignitaries as Egube receives Urhobo, Isoko honour in Lagos

  19-07-2026 15:36 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Olasunkanmi AkoniLagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said excellence, competence and integrity remain the guiding principles for appointments into the state’s public service.The governor stated this while joining Urhobo and Isoko leaders to honour his Deputy Chief of Staff, Engr. Samuel Egube, for his contributions to public service and the development of Lagos State.Sanwo-Olu, alongside the Chairman and Publisher of Vanguard Media, Uncle Sam Amuka, led other dignitaries to t
  
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• Gov Otu rewards seven outstanding corps members with automatic employment

  19-07-2026 15:34 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Says Cross River’s future is secure with young achieversBy Ike UchechukwuCALABAR — Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has offered automatic employment to seven outstanding National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members from the state in recognition of their exceptional performance during the 2025 service year.The beneficiaries were among corps members recently honoured by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu with the Presidential Honours Award at the Presidential Villa, Abu
  
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• Edo NDC faces internal crisis as Agboneyinma’s supporters threaten to quit over primary dispute

  19-07-2026 15:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — A crisis may be brewing within the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Edo State as supporters of former House of Representatives member, Ehiozuwa Johnson Agboneyinma, have threatened to leave the party if he is not declared the winner of the Edo South Senatorial District primary.The supporters alleged that some influential figures within the party were making moves to alter the outcome of the primary election, which they claimed Agboneyinma won.Speaking on
  
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• Nigeria set for oil windfall as Brent surges above $88 on US-Iran conflict

  19-07-2026 15:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Udeme AkpanNigeria is poised to benefit from the latest rally in the global oil market after Brent crude, the country’s major pricing benchmark, climbed to $88.10 per barrel, raising prospects for stronger crude oil earnings, improved foreign exchange inflows and better fiscal performance.
  The surge came as geopolitical tensions surrounding the United States-Iran conflict continued to unsettle global energy markets, prompting investors to factor in possible supply disruptions from the
  
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• No smuggling gang blocked Idiroko-Sango Ota Road  -  Customs

  19-07-2026 15:28 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Godwin OritseThe Ogun I Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has dismissed reports alleging that smugglers barricaded the Idiroko–Sango Ota road in Ogun State, describing the claims as false and a misrepresentation of an unfortunate traffic incident.According to information made available to our correspondent, the traffic gridlock was caused by an accident involving a commercial trailer which broke down after falling into a badly failed section of the Atan Road, leading to
  
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• Interfaith Council seeks transparent probe into death of nurse Mary Habila

  19-07-2026 15:25 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Christopher Ameh, BauchiThe Interfaith Youth Council of Nigeria (IYCN) has called for an independent and transparent investigation into the death of nurse Mary Habila, urging the public to avoid speculation while inquiries are ongoing.Speaking at a press conference in Bauchi, the council cautioned against premature conclusions and inflammatory comments that could undermine the integrity of the investigation.In a statement signed by its leader, Comrade Moses S. Moses, the IYCN called for a th
  
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• Faulty truck triggers massive gridlock on Lagos Ago road

  19-07-2026 15:22 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Commuters and motorists were stranded for hours on Sunday following a severe traffic gridlock caused by a broken-down truck at the SIFAX Terminal Bus Stop along Ago Road in Lagos.The truck reportedly developed a fault after hitting deep potholes at the bus stop, obstructing traffic and leaving hundreds of vehicles trapped in a long queue.As of 2:15 p.m., when this report was filed, the congestion showed no signs of easing, with frustrated commuters and motorists lamenting the prolonged delay.Th
  
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• NDLEA busts transnational drug syndicate, seizes 1.63m tramadol pills bound for Kano

  19-07-2026 15:12 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Businesswoman, Chadian woman, couple, others arrested in nationwide operationsBy Kingsley OmonobiThe National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismantled a transnational drug trafficking syndicate operating along the Togo–Benin Republic–Nigeria corridor, intercepting 1.63 million pills of tramadol concealed in two trailers heading from Lagos to Kano.The agency said the intelligence-led operation uncovered 1,630,000 pills of tramadol (250mg) hidden in specially fabrica
  
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• Meet John Adesoye, Nigerian man who graduated as nurse in UK at 64

  19-07-2026 15:04 via vanguardngr.com
  
  A Nigerian-born man, John Adesoye, has graduated as a registered nurse in the United Kingdom at the age of 64, proving that it is never too late to pursue a new career or earn a degree.Adesoye, a father of five, grew up in Nigeria and previously worked as an electronics technician in Greece before relocating to the UK in 2013.He began his healthcare career in 2014 as a healthcare assistant at Southmead Hospital in Bristol, where he has now secured a position as a registered nurse.Adesoye studie
  
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• Why we picked woman as my running mate – LP presidential candidate, Okereke

  19-07-2026 15:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidate, Dr Chibuzor Okereke, says the choice of Hajia Bintu Konto as his running mate in the 2027 presidential election was based on merit, competence and the need to ensure an inclusive government.Okereke stated this while featuring on the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Personality Interview Series on Sunday in Abuja.He described Labour Party as the only party with a female national chairman, female vice-presidential candidate, female legal adviser and femal
  
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• Police arrest 112 suspects, rescue kidnap Victims, recover arms in nationwide crackdown

  19-07-2026 14:49 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe Nigeria Police Force has recorded major operational breakthroughs across 13 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), arresting 112 suspects, rescuing kidnapped victims, recovering firearms and ammunition, and disrupting criminal activities in coordinated nationwide operations.The operations targeted cultism, armed robbery, kidnapping, homicide, banditry, sexual offences and drug-related crimes, leading to the recovery of a stolen vehicle, illicit substances and the
  
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• Who is Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya? Nigeria’s new NBA president-elect

  19-07-2026 14:37 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya has etched her name into Nigeria’s legal history after emerging as the 33rd President-elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). Her victory also makes her only the second woman to lead the association since its establishment 66 years ago, following the tenure of Priscilla Kuye, who served between 1991 and 1992.Badejo-Okusanya secured 12,317 votes, representing 47.18 per cent of the 26,106 ballots cast in the NBA’s elect
  
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• Asari Dokubo urges respect for judgment, as court ends 100-year dispute between Rivers communities

  19-07-2026 14:22 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Daniel AbiaPort Harcourt — A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has brought a century-old land ownership dispute between Usokun and Obuama communities in Degema Local Government Area to a close, dismissing a suit filed by Usokun Community over the disputed Obupiri land.Justice David Gbasam, who presided over the matter, struck out Suit No. DHC/76/CS/2020, filed by Usokun Community on May 6, 2020, on the grounds of res judicata, ruling that the issue had already been concl
  
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• Badejo-Okusanya seeks unity after emerging NBA President-elect

  19-07-2026 14:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, has pledged to lead an inclusive Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) following her emergence as the association’s President-elect.Chairman of the NBA Electoral Committee, Chief Aham Ejelam, SAN, announced Badejo-Okusanya as the winner of the presidential election. She subsequently released a statement expressing gratitude to members for entrusting her with the leadership of the association.Describing her victory as a collective achieveme
  
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• Shettima arrives in lungi, Sierra Leone for ECOWAS mid-year summit 2026

  19-07-2026 14:14 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Sunday arrived in Lungi, Sierra Leone to participate in the 69th Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)  Heads of State and Government Summit.On arrival at the Sierra Leone International Airport, Lungi, Shettima was received by the Vice President of Sierra Leone, Dr Mohamed Jalloh, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Amb. Sola Enikanolaiye.Also on ground to welcom
  
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• Thugs attack opposition party secretariats in Imo, destroy billboards

  19-07-2026 14:11 via vanguardngr.com
  
  APC says incident appears stage-managedBy Emmanuel IheakaOWERRI — Unidentified hoodlums reportedly attacked the Imo State secretariats of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) and the neighbouring All People’s Party (APP) in the early hours of Sunday, destroying billboards and allegedly attempting to gain access to the premises.The incident occurred at the parties’ secretariats located along Okigwe Road in Owerri at about 3:00 a.m., according to sources.It was gathered that the a
  
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• Omo-Agege hails Obi at 65, Pledges senate partnership for new Nigeria

  19-07-2026 14:09 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Delta Central NDC Senatorial Candidate Says Victory in 2027 “Not Only Possible — It Is Inevitable”Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, CFR, KSJI, Deputy President of the 9th Senate and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Senatorial Candidate for Delta Central, has felicitated with the party’s presidential flagbearer, His Excellency Peter Gregory Obi, CON, on the occasion of his 65th birthday, describing him as a symbol of hope for a generation of Nigerians determined to see their c
  
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• Onoh pays glowing tribute to Peter Obi on 65th birthday

  19-07-2026 14:07 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Dennis AgboFormer Southeast spokesman for President Bola Tinubu, Josef Onoh, has paid a heartfelt tribute to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, as he marks his 65th birthday.In a goodwill message issued on Sunday, Onoh said he was celebrating Obi on behalf of himself, his family, and the Forum of Former Members of the Enugu State House of Assembly. He described the former governor as “a true brother, statesman, and captain of industry,” w
  
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• Oil Resumption: NSA’s dialogue initiative best opportunity for Ogoni, says MOSOP

  19-07-2026 14:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Daniel AbiaPort Harcourt — The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has urged Ogoni people to support the ongoing dialogue process coordinated by the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA), describing it as the best opportunity to achieve a lasting resolution to the long-standing Ogoni crisis.Speaking in Bori, the traditional headquarters of the Ogoni people, on Saturday, MOSOP President, Fegalo Nsuke, said that after 33 years of resistance to oil exploration in
  
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• 10 African countries with the longest road networks in 2026

  19-07-2026 13:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Road infrastructure remains one of the most important drivers of economic growth, trade and regional integration across African countries.Countries with extensive road networks are better positioned to connect cities, ports, farms and industrial centres, making it easier to move people and goods.While having a long road network does not necessarily mean the roads are of high quality, it reflects the scale of a country’s transport infrastructure and its efforts to improve connectivity.Here
  
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• ‘I tried doing better than her ex, but she went back to him’ — Tunmise on breakup with Ivana

  19-07-2026 13:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  TikTok influencer Tunmise has accused his former girlfriend, Ivana, of travelling to Calabar to reunite with her ex-boyfriend despite what he claimed were significant efforts and financial sacrifices to save their relationship.Tunmise made the allegations in a video in which he gave his account of the circumstances surrounding the breakdown of their relationship.The response comes after Ivana accused him of infidelity, verbal abuse and domestic violence. Tunmise denied the allegations, insistin
  
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• Mary Habila: Kaduna Senator mourns, demands thorough probe, calls for calm

  19-07-2026 13:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoSenator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Sunday Marshall Katung, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Miss Mary Habila, describing the incident as a heartbreaking tragedy and calling for a thorough, impartial and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death.In a statement on Sunday, Katung said the tragic loss had plunged the family, friends and the entire Kaduna South community into mourning, while extending his condolences t
  
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