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• Tottenham sign Tonali from Newcastle

  06-07-2026 12:40 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Tottenham announced Monday the signing of Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali from fellow Premier League club Newcastle in a deal that could go up to a club record £100 million ($133.4 million).“Sandro is a special player and a great signing for our club,” Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi said of the 26-year-old.AFP
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• 2027: Don’t rob Olawepo-Hashim of Accord ticket, AAM warns

  08-07-2026 20:04 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA — The Accord Alliance Movement (AAM), also known as the Movement for New Nigeria, on Wednesday warned against any attempt to rob Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim of the Accord Party’s presidential ticket for the 2027 general election, saying such a move would erode the party’s internal democracy.The warning came as the movement formally launched its political platform in Abuja, reaffirmed its backing for Olawepo-Hashim’s presidential ambition, and crit
  
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• Court orders EFCC to pay N10m fine for defaming ex-Power Minister, Agunloye

  08-07-2026 20:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ….we’ll appeal judgment— EFCCBy Ikechukwu NnochiriABUJA— A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) sitting at Maitama has ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to pay a fine of N10million for defaming a former Minister of Power, Dr. Olu Agunloye, through a libelous publication on its social media handles.The court, in a judgment delivered by Justice Peter Kekemeke, found that the anti-graft agency damaged the claimant’s reputation.A
  
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• Army passes out over 3,000 recruits in Ebonyi to boost national security

  08-07-2026 20:01 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has passed out over 3,000 newly trained recruits at the Depot Nigerian Army, Amasiri-Edda, Ebonyi State, charging them to uphold discipline, loyalty and professionalism as they begin active military service.According to the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Col. Appolonia Anele, the passing-out parade marks a significant reinforcement of the Nigerian Army’s manpower capacity as part of the Federal
  
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• World Cup 2026: 9 coaches lose jobs after elimination [Full List]

  08-07-2026 20:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The 2026 FIFA World Cup has already brought major changes on the sidelines, with nine national team coaches leaving their positions after their countries were knocked out of the tournament.
  The latest to step down is Croatia boss Zlatko Dalic, who ended his tenure following his side’s 2-1 defeat to Portugal in the Round of 32.
  The Croatian Football Federation confirmed the 59-year-old’s decision in a statement released on Wednesday, bringing to an end a spell that lasted almost nine
  
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• El-Rufai didn’t violate court order, aide replies ICPC

  08-07-2026 19:59 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has denied allegations by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) that he abused a court-approved medical visit while in custody, insisting that the anti-graft agency misrepresented both the facts and the law surrounding the incident.In a statement issued on Wednesday on behalf of the former governor, his media adviser, Muyiwa Adekeye, described the ICPC’s July 7 statement, titled “El-Rufai and Medi
  
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• Zulum launches 50% subsidised fertiliser scheme, free farm inputs for 120,000 Borno farmers

  08-07-2026 19:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ….Announces ₦500m Cash Support for Vulnerable Residents in Five LGAsBy Ndahi Marama, MaiduguriBorno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has flagged off the 2026 wet farming season with the launch of a 50 per cent subsidised fertiliser scheme and the distribution of free agricultural inputs to 120,000 smallholder farmers across the state.The programme includes the sale of 200 truckloads of NPK fertiliser at half the prevailing market price, alongside the distribution of free
  
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• Ekiti traders decry rising cost of goods, seek government intervention

  08-07-2026 19:55 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Rotimi OjomoyelaADO-EKITI — Traders in Ekiti State have expressed concern over the rising cost of goods and its impact on businesses, urging governments at all levels to introduce measures to ease the economic burden on traders and consumers.Speaking with journalists at Bisi Market in Ado-Ekiti, the traders appealed for increased government support to improve business activities and the welfare of residents.A boutique operator, Mr. Olaniyi Ayodele, acknowledged the Ekiti State Governme
  
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• Reps seek crackdown on ransom financing, tighter oversight of BDCs, POS operators

  08-07-2026 19:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Gift ChapiOdekina, AbujaThe House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to intensify efforts to dismantle the financial networks sustaining kidnapping, banditry and terrorism by strengthening financial intelligence coordination and tightening regulatory oversight of Bureau de Change (BDC) operators, Point-of-Sale (POS) operators and other financial intermediaries.The resolution followed the adoption of a motion titled, “Need for Executive Action to Halt the Ransom Cash Ec
  
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• Major-led NNPP says INEC has recognised its NWC, declares readiness for 2027 elections

  08-07-2026 19:48 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Henry UmoruABUJA — The faction of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) led by Dr. Agbo Major has announced that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has completed the upload of the party’s duly recognised National Working Committee (NWC), describing the development as a significant milestone in resolving its leadership dispute and positioning the party for the 2027 general elections.Addressing journalists in Abuja, Major said the completion of the upload had paved
  
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• Naira further depreciates, loses N3.32 against dollar at official market

  08-07-2026 19:37 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Naira on Wednesday further depreciated at the official market, trading at N1,379.06 per dollar.Data from the official website of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) revealed that the Naira lost N3.32.This represented a 0.24 per cent loss compared with Tuesday, when the local currency traded at N1,375.74.The Naira, which opened the trading week on Monday with a gain of N1.92 at the official market, recorded its first loss of N7.47 on Tuesday.The Naira had earlier experienced weeklong appreciat
  
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• Oyo APC targets one million votes for Tinubu, government house in 2027

  08-07-2026 19:09 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adeola BadruThe All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has declared its ambition to deliver one million votes for President Bola Tinubu and reclaim the state’s Government House in the 2027 general elections.To achieve the goal, the party on Wednesday inaugurated a high-powered reconciliation committee to resolve internal grievances and strengthen unity ahead of the polls.Speaking at the inauguration at the APC Secretariat in Oke-Ado, Ibadan, the state chairman, Chief Moses Adeyem
  
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• Kwara APC reconciliation committee begins peace moves

  08-07-2026 19:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …urges stakeholders, members to shun inflammatory commentsChairman of the Kwara State All Progressives Congress (APC) Reconciliation Committee, retired Col. AbdulWahab Ademola Lawal, has appealed to aggrieved members of the party to embrace dialogue and reconciliation following disagreements arising from the party’s primary elections.“We appeal to all aggrieved members to open their hearts and minds for a warm and welcoming reception with a view to finding lasting solutions t
  
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• 30 vessels to arrive Lagos ports with petroleum products, other items

  08-07-2026 18:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) says 33 ships carrying petroleum products, food items, and other goods are expected at Apapa, Lekki Deep Sea Port, and Tin Can Island Port in Lagos.The NPA disclosed this on its Daily Shipping Position on Wednesday.The authority said the vessels are expected from July 8 to July 20.It said that 10 of the expected ships contained containers of different goods; 20 ships are to berth with bulk urea, petrol, general cargo, crude oil, petrol, aviation fuel, diesel,
  
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• France vs Morocco: We must be more efficient in attack — Deschamps

  08-07-2026 18:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeFrance head coach Didier Deschamps has challenged his players to be more clinical in front of goal when they face Morocco in Thursday’s FIFA World Cup quarter-final on Thursday.According to Reuters, Deschamps said France’s potent attack must make better use of its chances despite scoring a tournament-leading 14 goals ahead of the last-eight clash.“We have to be efficient, offensively speaking,” Deschamps told reporters on Wednesday.“We are effi
  
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• Eight Iran military personnel killed in US strikes – State media

  08-07-2026 18:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The latest US strikes on southern Iran killed eight military personnel, Iranian state television said on Wednesday.“Following the criminal aggression carried out this morning by the US terrorist army against areas in southern Iran, eight courageous members of the air and naval forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s military in Bandar Abbas (south) and Bushehr (southwest) fell as martyrs,” state television said, citing a statement from the military.AFP
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• 135 suspected cultists arrested in Lagos police raids

  08-07-2026 18:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Matthew Johnson and Florencemary NwabuezeThe Lagos State Police Command has arrested 135 suspected cultists and recovered 26 firearms during coordinated raids on criminal hideouts across the state.The operation, carried out on Wednesday, involved Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers, Tactical Commanders and the Violent Crime Response Unit. It followed intelligence reports indicating that rival cult groups were planning attacks during the July 7 cult anniversary and initiation period.I
  
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• Russia bans diesel exports as Ukrainian strikes intensify fuel crisis

  08-07-2026 18:46 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Russia banned diesel exports Wednesday to “stabilise” a worsening fuel crisis caused by weeks of intensifying Ukrainian strikes on energy infrastructure, with regions across the country experiencing shortages.More than 90 percent of Russian regions have experienced fuel rationing or shortages since June, according to local media reports and statements from officials.“A ban on diesel fuel exports went into effect today, which will allow for increased supplies to the domestic ma
  
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• Tinubu unveils Abuja’s Collector Road C01

  08-07-2026 18:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday commissioned Collector Road C01 and a bridge linking the Body of Benchers, Nile University and Baze University in Abuja’s Institution and Research District, describing the project as a reflection of his administration’s broader vision for Nigeria and another fulfilled promise under the Renewed Hope Agenda.Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the President said the completion of the road underscored his administration
  
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• Aiyedatiwa appoints Obamuyi as AAUA vice-chancellor

  08-07-2026 18:37 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Dayo Johnson, AkureOndo State Governor and Visitor to Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has approved the appointment of Professor Tomola Marshal Obamuyi as the institution’s seventh substantive Vice-Chancellor.Obamuyi will assume office on July 8, 2026, succeeding Professor Olugbenga Ige, whose tenure ends on July 7, 2026.A statement by the university’s Deputy Registrar, Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Victor Akinpelumi, said Obamuyi
  
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• N1.32bn Fraud: EFCC arraigns ex-MD of Port Harcourt refinery, Dikko

  08-07-2026 18:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ikechukwu NnochiriABUJA — The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Wednesday, arraigned the former Managing Director of Port Harcourt Refining Company Ltd (PHRC), Mr. Ahmed Adamu Dikko, before the Federal High Court in Abuja on a 12-count money laundering charge.Dikko, who led the Port Harcourt Refining Company for about four years, was docked alongside a firm, Masterpiece Projects & Investment Limited, which was listed as the 2nd defendant in the charge.The EFCC all
  
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• France lose appeal against Olise booking at World Cup

  08-07-2026 18:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  France coach Didier Deschamps revealed Wednesday that an appeal against a yellow card shown to Michael Olise in the World Cup last-16 win over Paraguay had been rejected by FIFA.Olise, who has been one of the tournament’s standout stars, was booked in the final minutes of the bad-tempered clash against Paraguay in Philadelphia after an altercation with Matias Galarza.“The yellow card has not changed. We were notified by FIFA this morning, it has been maintained,” Deschamps tol
  
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• Lagos targets completion of 812 housing units before May 2027

  08-07-2026 18:23 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Olasunkanmi AkoniThe Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to completing 812 housing units at the Egan-Igando Mixed Housing Estate and Lagos State Workers’ Village, Ipaja, before the end of the current administration as part of efforts to expand access to affordable housing.The projects comprise the 636-unit Egan-Igando Mixed Housing Estate and the 176-unit Workers’ Housing Scheme at Ipaja.Commissioner for Housing, Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, gave the assurance on Wednes
  
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• Local govt. autonomy sacrosanct, has reduced my burden — Alia

  08-07-2026 18:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  — Defends Tinubu’s reforms, says Benue has become Nigeria’s medical tourism hub
  — Backs state police, pledges prudent use of ‘every kobo accruing’ to improve security, agricultureBy Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — Benue State Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia said on Wednesday that implementation of local government autonomy in the state is sacrosanct and has reduced his burden.He urged other governors to ensure council autonomy, noting its significant benefit
  
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• DIA accredits Defence advisers, attachés from UK, Japan, Italy, Ghana, Mali

  08-07-2026 18:05 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Assures Diplomats of Safety During Official DutiesBy Kingsley OmonobiThe Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) has formally accredited Defence Advisers and Defence Attachés from the United Kingdom, Japan, Italy, Ghana and the Republic of Mali, urging them to strictly observe Nigeria’s diplomatic and security protocols while carrying out their official responsibilities.Speaking at the accreditation ceremony in Abuja on Wednesday, the Chief of Defence Intelligence (CDI), Lt.-Gen.
  
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• Obi reacts to El-Rufai’s wife’s plea, calls for transparent justice

  08-07-2026 17:59 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called for fair treatment and due process in the prosecution of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, warning against what he described as selective justice that could undermine public confidence in the rule of law.Obi made the remarks in a post on X on Wednesday after watching a viral video in which El-Rufai’s wife, Hajiya Asiya El-Rufai, appealed to President Bola Tinubu to ensure her husband
  
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• Henderson rejoins England’s World Cup squad after surgery on broken arm

  08-07-2026 17:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeEngland midfielder Jordan Henderson has rejoined the squad after undergoing surgery on the broken arm he suffered while celebrating England’s FIFA World Cup Round of 16 victory over Mexico.According to Reuters, the 36-year-old returned to England’s base in Kansas City after undergoing an operation following the freak injury sustained during Sunday’s 3-2 win at Estadio Azteca.Henderson slipped while climbing over the advertising barrier during the post-matc
  
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• Police bust eight-man robbery, cybercrime syndicate, rescue abducted boy in Gombe

  08-07-2026 17:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ben Ngwakwe, GombeThe Gombe State Police Command has dismantled an eight-member criminal syndicate allegedly involved in armed robbery and cyber fraud, rescued an abducted eight-year-old boy, arrested four suspected kidnappers, and intensified its crackdown on traffic offenders and criminal hideouts across the state.Commissioner of Police, Umar Ahmed Chuso, disclosed this on Wednesday while briefing journalists at the Command Headquarters in Gombe on the Command’s recent operational su
  
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• ‘Shoot terrorists first; don’t wait for orders,’ defence minister tells troops

  08-07-2026 17:51 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …As Sokoto unveils N27.6bn security arsenal…Defence Minister commissions armoured vehicles, motorcyclesBy Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoThe Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (retd.), on Wednesday directed security personnel engaged in counter-terrorism and anti-banditry operations not to hesitate in confronting armed criminals, warning that any operative who fails to act under the guise of awaiting orders would be treated as aiding the enemy.Speaking in Sokoto during the commiss
  
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• Vessels owners to assist FG fight sea piracy, illegal oil bunkering

  08-07-2026 17:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Innocent AnabaIn a bid to assist the Federal Government and security agencies in tackling issues of sea piracy and illegal oil bunkering along the waterways, the Tugboat, Fuel Barges, and Seagoing Vessel Association of Nigeria has called for the immediate censorship, verification, and stricter control of all marine vessels and craft operating within Nigerian waters and inland waterways.
  The Tugboat, Fuel Barges, and Seagoing Vessel Association of Nigeria also known as TUBAVS, said the body s
  
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