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• Police restrict movement over Edo LG election

  10-07-2026 14:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ozioruva AliuTHE Edo State Police Command has restricted movement across the state due to Saturday’s local government area election.The police said the restriction would be from 12 midnight to 6 pm on Saturday, July 11.A statement by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASO Eno Ikoedem, said the police would collaborate with other security agencies in the state to ensure a peaceful exercise.She urged members of the public to abide by the directive as violators would be dealt wit
  
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• S/Eagles defender Benjamin Fredrick signs new Brentford contract, promoted to first team

  10-07-2026 22:10 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeSuper Eagles defender Benjamin Fredrick has signed a new four-year contract with Brentford after being promoted to the Premier League club’s first-team squad ahead of the 2026/27 season.The English club confirmed the development in an official statement on Friday, announcing that the 21-year-old Nigeria international has also secured a club option for an additional year.Fredrick, who linked up with Brentford’s senior squad for pre-season under new head coach Kei
  
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• Lassa fever surges as Nigeria records 66 cases, 7 deaths in 3 weeks

  10-07-2026 22:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  … 23 states affected, NCDC raises fresh alarmBy Chioma ObinnaNigeria is witnessing a renewed surge in Lassa fever infections, with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, (NCDC), reporting 66 confirmed cases and seven deaths within three consecutive epidemiological weeks.
  Meanwhile, the NCDC’s latest report also showed that the outbreak continued to spread across 23 states and 111 Local Government Areas.
  The latest NCDC situation reports show sustained transmission b
  
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• ‘Eight weeks of agony ended’ — Husband of freed Oyo principal, Prof Alamu

  10-07-2026 21:40 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …hails nationwide efforts, urges security review after kidnap ordealBy Adeola BadruProfessor Wale Alamu, husband of Mrs Rachael Alamu, the principal who was among the pupils and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, has described the victims’ release as the end of eight weeks of anguish, while calling on the government to draw lessons from the incident to prevent a recurrence.Speaking with Vanguard after news of the victims’ release filtered out on F
  
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• Police arraign ‘DJ Chicken’ over alleged threats to kill Seyi Tinubu

  10-07-2026 21:36 via vanguardngr.com
  
  A social media personality, Abiodun Ademola, popularly known as DJ Chicken, appeared before an Ikeja Magistrates’ Court on Friday over alleged threats to kill Seyi Tinubu.The 37-year-old, of Tafodi Estate, Royal Park, Lekki, Lagos, faces a three-count charge of threat to life, offensive online publication and conduct likely to breach peace. The prosecution, led by SP Okunuga, Officer-in-Charge, Legal, Command Headquarters, Ikeja, alleged the offences occurred on July 5 at about 9:00
  
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• Oyo school abduction followed my 2027 presidential declaration – Makinde

  10-07-2026 21:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Friday suggested that the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area occurred shortly after he declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election.Speaking during a meeting with Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed and leaders of the Allied Peoples Movement in Bauchi, Makinde recalled that Oyo State had not experienced a similar school abduction throughout his seven years in office until the incident of May 15.“For sev
  
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• Oyo abduction: PDP commends rescue, calls for measures to prevent recurrence

  10-07-2026 21:25 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has welcomed the rescue of the pupils and teachers abducted in Oriire, Oyo State, describing their safe return after 56 days in captivity as a relief while urging the Federal Government to strengthen measures to prevent similar incidents.The opposition party made its position known in a statement issued on Friday by its National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong.While noting that details of the rescue operation were still limited, the PDP commended th
  
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• Vinicius apologizes to Brazilians for World Cup ‘frustration’

  10-07-2026 21:15 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Vinicius Junior apologized to Brazilian fans on Friday for the “enormous frustration” caused by their World Cup elimination by Norway and promised to “fight” to restore the might of the Selecao.The five-time world champions were knocked out by upstarts Norway in a shock 2-1 Round of 16 rout.“I know how much I prepared, how much I focused, how much I wanted” the World Cup “for you, for my family,” Real Madrid superstar Vinicius said in an Instagram
  
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• Oyo abduction: Makinde thanks Tinubu, says no ransom paid

  10-07-2026 21:08 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adeola BadruEight weeks after gunmen abducted dozens of pupils and teachers from three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, the victims have regained their freedom, with the state government describing the development as a significant victory in the fight against kidnapping and a vindication of its refusal to pay ransom to criminals.The Oyo State Government expressed gratitude over the safe return of the victims after weeks in captivity, saying their release underscored the
  
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• ‘Parade the kidnappers too’, Nigerians react to rescue of kidnapped pupils

  10-07-2026 20:46 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The rescue of pupils and teachers kidnapped in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State has sparked mixed reactions from Nigerians, with many welcoming the development while demanding that authorities publicly present the suspected kidnappers and provide more details about the operation.Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, announced the rescue on Friday in a post on X.“Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Oriire, Oyo have been r
  
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• Oyo abduction: My government will get justice for these children, teachers, Oyedokun – Tinubu

  10-07-2026 20:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  President Bola Tinubu has vowed that his administration will ensure justice for the rescued pupils and teachers abducted from Oriire community in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, as well as the family of Mr Oyedokun, who was killed by the attackers.Tinubu stated this while reacting to the successful rescue of the children and their teachers by security forces after more than 50 days in captivity.The President commended the military, Department of State Services (DSS) and the police for their efforts in sec
  
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• Oyo Abduction: Eight kidnappers arrested, others killed  —  Presidency

  10-07-2026 20:16 via vanguardngr.com
  
  After 56 days in captivity, abducted Oriire pupils and teachers in Oyo State, have regained their freedom.The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a post on X on Friday said the victims were rescued by the security agencies.According to him, eight of the kidnappers have been arrested and are now in the custody of the Department of State Services.He also said that some of the terrorists were neutralised, adding that there was no quid pro quo in the rescu
  
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• How abducted Oriire pupils, teachers were rescued

  10-07-2026 20:05 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Presidency has announced the rescue of all the pupils and teachers who were abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, revealing that security operatives arrested eight suspected kidnappers while neutralising others during the operation.The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed the development in a post on his X handle on Friday.According to Onanuga, the victims were freed through a coordinated operation by security agencies, with
  
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• 2027: Tinubu settles for Shettima as party beats INEC deadline

  10-07-2026 19:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ….We’re not afraid, Tinubu going in with 12m bloc votes – APCBy Omeiza AjayiABUJA: National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has declared that the party is not threatened by opposition propaganda ahead of the 2027 general election, saying President Bola Tinubu is going into the race with a bloc of over 12 million votes from party members.Yilwatda spoke on Friday while receiving the duly completed Independent National Electoral Comm
  
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• Sadio Mane retires from Senegal duty after 2026 World Cup heartbreak

  10-07-2026 19:41 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Sadio Mane has announced his retirement from international football following Senegal’s dramatic exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The 34-year-old Al-Nassr forward called time on his international career after Senegal suffered a heartbreaking 3-2 defeat to Belgium in the Round of 32, despite leading by two goals before eventually losing in extra time.Mane was a key figure for the Lions of Teranga throughout the tournament, featuring in all four of Senegal’s World Cup matches. He lea
  
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• World Cup Miss: Entire NFF board needs to go – Mikel Obi

  10-07-2026 19:36 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Emmanuel OkogbaFormer Nigeria captain, Mikel Obi has described Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the ongoing World Cup as a ‘hammer blow’. Speaking on the Obi One Podcast, Mikel said, “I feel for the people of my country. I feel for my people in Nigeria because they are going to be devastated right now.  I just feel the entire board of the NFF needs to go. Twice in a row we failed to qualify. It means something is wrong. A drastic change has to be carried out
  
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• Kidnapped Oriire pupils, teachers rescued

  10-07-2026 19:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The pupils and teachers in Oriire, Oyo State, have finally regained their freedom.Special Adviser, Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, Bayo Onanuga announced the development on X on Friday.He wrote: “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Oriire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies.“One of the rescued teachers in Oyo sends a thank you message to President Tinubu and the security agencies.”
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• Breaking: Kidnapped Oriire pupils, teachers rescued

  10-07-2026 19:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The pupils and teachers in Oriire, Oyo State, have finally regained their freedom.Special Adviser, Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, Bayo Onanuga announced the development on X on Friday.He wrote: “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Oriire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies.“One of the rescued teachers in Oyo sends a thank you message to President Tinubu and the security agencies.”
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• Xhaka tells Swiss fans to ‘keep dreaming’ ahead of Argentina World Cup clash

  10-07-2026 19:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka told fans to “keep dreaming” as he prepares to lead his team against Lionel Messi’s Argentina in the World Cup quarter-finals on Saturday.The midfielder said Switzerland’s “overarching aim” was to beat the defending champions and reach the semi-finals for the first time.“Regarding the fans, keep dreaming. I am a person who always dreams and dreams can come true,” he told reporters in Kansas City.“And if we wan
  
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• 2027: APM opens talks with senators, Reps over defections

  10-07-2026 19:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA — The Allied People’s Movement (APM) says it has opened talks with serving senators, members of the House of Representatives and other political leaders across the country over possible defections ahead of the 2027 general elections, in what signals a fresh phase of political realignments as the countdown to the polls gathers pace.With about six months to the general election, parties are stepping up efforts to attract influential lawmakers and political f
  
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• ‘Good things will come if…’ — Xabi Alonso sends first message to Chelsea fans

  10-07-2026 18:56 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeChelsea manager Xabi Alonso has urged supporters to believe in the club’s new project, insisting “good things will come” if players, staff and fans unite behind a shared vision.The Spaniard made the remarks in his first official interview, published on Chelsea’s website after beginning work with the squad at Cobham ahead of the 2026/27 season.Addressing supporters directly, Alonso said he wants to rebuild the connection between the team and the Stamf
  
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• LASBCA partially demolishes illegal structures in Surulere

  10-07-2026 18:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has partially demolished illegal structures behind Barracks Bus Stop in Surulere.LASBCA  made this known in a statement by its Director of Public Affairs, Mr Adu Ademuyiwa, on Friday.The agency said that the enforcement followed repeated statutory notices and the owners’ failure to comply with building regulations.It said that the affected structures contravened the Lagos State Urban and Regional Planning and Development Law and the ap
  
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• Broos remains Bafana Bafana head coach — South Africa FA

  10-07-2026 18:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeSouth Africa have dismissed reports that Hugo Broos has stepped down as Bafana Bafana head coach following the team’s historic 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.According to ESPN, the South African Football Association (SAFA) said in an official statement on Friday that the Belgian remains in charge of the national team, rejecting reports that he had ended his five-year spell after South Africa’s Round of 32 exit at the World Cup.The clarification follows a report by
  
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• Nobody wants Peter Obi dead – Umahi

  10-07-2026 17:51 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Says Obi is frustrated, lost focusBy Jeff AgbodoMinister of Works David Umahi has dismissed the death threat statement credited to the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, describing the statement as a sign of frustration.Umahi warned Obi to stop verbal attacks on President Bola Tinubu or he would also attack him, saying “If Peter Obi attacks Tinubu, I will attack him”.The minister, who stated this during an inspection of some legacy pr
  
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• Police rescue 4 kidnap victims after gun duel in Abuja

  10-07-2026 17:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Police Command in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) said it had successfully rescued four kidnap victims after a heavy gun duel in the Mpape area of Abuja.The Police Public Relations Officer in the FCT, SP Josephine Adeh, said this in a statement on Friday in Abuja.She said the victims were rescued following a distress call on July 8, reporting that suspected kidnappers invaded the area at about 10:40 p.m. and kidnapped four residents.According to her, upon receipt of the report, the comm
  
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• New Portugal coach Jesus ‘will call up’ Ronaldo if available

  10-07-2026 17:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Portugal appointed Jorge Jesus as their new national team coach on Friday and he said he would continue to call on veteran superstar Cristiano Ronaldo if he is available, insisting the forward will “never” be a problem.The 41-year-old striker was criticised for his World Cup performances this summer under predecessor Roberto Martinez as Portugal were eliminated in the last 16 by Spain.Ronaldo, who said he has appeared at his last World Cup, has not decided whether he will continue t
  
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• Trump says US agrees to more Iran talks but ceasefire ‘over’

  10-07-2026 17:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  President Donald Trump said Friday the United States has agreed to continue negotiations with Iran but reiterated that the ceasefire between the two countries is finished.“Iran has asked us to continue ‘talks.’ We have agreed to do so, but the United States has stated to them, in no uncertain terms, that the Cease Fire is OVER!” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform.Trump said in Ankara earlier this week that the April 8 ceasefire — which ended weeks of all-out
  
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• NCDC records rise in Lassa fever cases, death toll hits 221

  10-07-2026 17:24 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says Nigeria recorded an increase in confirmed Lassa fever cases during epidemiological week 26 of 2026, with 31 new infections reported, up from 22 the previous week.The new confirmed cases were recorded in Bauchi, Ondo, Taraba and Benue states, according to the latest NCDC Lassa fever situation report released by the public health agency on Friday.The report showed that 221 deaths have been recorded cumulatively in 2026, with a Case
  
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• The Horizon Estates Development That Challenged the Idea That Lekki Homes Must Be Expensive 

  10-07-2026 17:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
            Horizon Heights, Ikate Lekki.By: Scheme Agatha HappinessThe debate over housing affordability in Lagos has intensified in recent years, as rents continue to outpace incomes, particularly in high-demand neighborhoods such as Lekki Phase 1. Reports by BusinessDay, citing the Lagos Residential Market Report 2025, attribute the surge to a housing deficit of about 3.4 million units, rapid population growth 
  
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• Abia Govt orders demolition of distressed four-storey building in Aba

  10-07-2026 17:16 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ugochukwu AlaribeUMUAHIA – Abia State Government has ordered the demolition of a distressed four-storey building located at No. 71 Clifford Road,Aba.Occupants of the building were seen evacuating their belongings from the building while sympathizers watched.In a statement, Director General of the Greater Aba Development Authority (GADA), Architect Uche Ukeje, disclosed that his agency swiftly responded to a report of a visible crack in the four-storey building.Ukeje explained that a &n
  
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