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• Uganda buries ‘youngest’ king amid succession row

  12-09-2026 18:15 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Several thousand people gathered on Saturday in Uganda to pay final respects to a king once recognised as the world’s youngest monarch, with the president urging unity amid a fight over who will succeed him.King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who ascended to the throne at the age of three and reigned over the African country’s Tooro Kingdom for 31 years, died recently at the age of 34 while receiving cancer treatment in the United States.Guinness World Records had recognised hi
  
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• Nigerians in Indian Prisons: The fact of the matter – NIDCOM

  13-09-2026 21:59 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ABUJA — The Federal Government, through the Nigerian High Commission in India, has been attending to the cases of hundreds of Nigerians detained in various prisons across the country, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has said.NiDCOM disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, saying officials of the Nigerian High Commission had, as of September 1, visited 198 Nigerian inmates across five prisons in Maharashtra and Mumbai.The commission said more Nigerians were being held in pris
  
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• Average Nigerian can live on N3,000 daily — Reno Omokri

  13-09-2026 21:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Efe OnodjaeNigeria’s Ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has said the average Nigerian can survive on N3,000 daily, arguing that poverty benchmarks should be considered within the economic context of individual countries.Omokri stated this on Sunday Politics, a television programme, while discussing the cost of living and international poverty standards.He said he had personally visited markets with a journalist, without security, to ascertain the prices of essential food item
  
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• Senegal goalkeeper Mendy retires from international football

  13-09-2026 21:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy, 34, announced his international retirement on his social media accounts on Sunday, after eight years and 59 caps with the Lions of Teranga.“Jerejef (Thank you) Senegal,” Mendy posted in Wolof, the principle language of the country, above a video montage retracing his greatest moments in the Senegal shirt.Born in France, Mendy, who has played top level club football for Marseille, Reims, Rennes and Chelsea and is currently in Saudi Arabia with Al-Ahl
  
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• ‘I’m never usually offside’ — Haaland reacts to controversial goal in Man City win

  13-09-2026 21:48 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Erling Haaland said it was a “great feeling” to seal Man City’s controversial 1-0 win at Manchester United on Sunday after the Norway striker’s goal survived a contentious VAR review.With City down to 10 men after Phil Foden’s dismissal for kicking Bruno Fernandes, Haaland netted on the hour mark with a close-range finish from Josko Gvardiol’s cross.The goal was initially disallowed for offside but VAR eventually overturned that decision, even though City mid
  
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• Bamanga Tukur, a colossus of public service – Obasanjo

  13-09-2026 21:46 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By James OgunnaikeFormer President Olusegun Obasanjo has mourned the death of former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, describing the late elder statesman as a patriot, bridge-builder and “colossus” of public service.Tukur, who died at the age of 91, held several prominent positions in public service, including Governor of the defunct Gongola State, Minister of Industries and Chairman of the Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA. He also served as
  
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• Tinubu to BRICS: It’s time to rewrite rules of global governance, finance

  13-09-2026 21:43 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruPresident Bola Tinubu on Sunday took centre stage at the ongoing 2026 BRICS Summit, calling for an urgent overhaul of global governance structures and international financial institutions.He called for a more representative, equitable and responsive global governance architecture and international financial system, restating Nigeria’s support for institutions that reflect contemporary economic and demographic realities.Speaking at the summit in New Delhi, India, in a
  
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• Bandits allegedly attack Operation Burst base in Oyo

  13-09-2026 21:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adeola BadruArmed bandits, in the early hours of Sunday, reportedly attacked an Operation Burst base located within a forest reserve along the Igbeti–Igboho axis in Oorelope Local Government Area of Oyo State, setting ablaze a block within the security base and a patrol van.The attack, according to a security update from the Oorelope Local Government Command, occurred between 5:30 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2026.The security command said it received a distress call rep
  
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• Abi, Araga evicted from BBNaija season 11

  13-09-2026 20:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemates Abi and Araga has been evicted from the reality TV show, becoming the latest housemates to leave the ‘Show Ya Sef’ edition.Abi and Araga’s eviction was announced during the live eviction show on Sunday as the competition enters another stage.Their exit comes after the previous eviction round saw Gerard sent out of the competition.Before Gerard, the show had witnessed the evictions of Martins, Mercedes, Kamsy, Cassi, Sultex and Goddessa, w
  
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• Our riders earn average of N100k per week – Chowdeck CEO, Femi Aluko

  13-09-2026 20:21 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Chowdeck CEO, Femi Aluko, has disclosed that riders on the food delivery platform earn an average of N100,000 per week, with the highest-performing riders making significantly more.Aluko made the disclosure during an interview with Channels Television while discussing the earning potential of riders working with the Nigerian food delivery company.According to him, a rider’s earnings are largely determined by the number of deliveries completed and the distance covered, as riders are also p
  
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• 2027: Free, fair or not, we’re ready for anything  -  ADC

  13-09-2026 19:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said it is prepared for any outcome ahead of the 2027 general election, insisting that it is confident of defeating the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) if the election is free and fair.ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, stated this during an interview on the Naija Unfiltered Podcast, while responding to whether the opposition party could realistically defeat the incumbent despite the multiplicity of opposition groups.Abdullahi sa
  
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• Haaland fires 10-man Man City to famous win at Man Utd

  13-09-2026 19:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Erling Haaland fired 10-man Manchester City to a memorable 1-0 victory over Manchester United despite Phil Foden’s first half red card, to extend a perfect start to Enzo Maresca’s reign.Foden kicked out at United captain Bruno Fernandes on 23 minutes, but the home side failed to make the man advantage count and were punished when Haaland’s strike was controversially allowed to stand after a VAR review for offside.
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• Yamal shines with brace as Barcelona beat Levante 4-2 to stay perfect

  13-09-2026 18:41 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Lamine Yamal struck twice to help Barcelona to an exciting 4-2 win at Levante on Sunday in La Liga, extending the Catalans’ perfect start to the season.Hansi Flick’s side reestablished their three point lead over Real Madrid at the top of the table, after Los Blancos beat Rayo Vallecano on Saturday.Xavi Espart opened the scoring for the champions in Valencia with Yamal netting the second and then scoring a penalty early in the second half.Barca may have a 100 percent record so far f
  
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• 2027: Northern governors rally support for Tinubu

  13-09-2026 18:19 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoKADUNA — Governors from Northern states and senior members of the Federal Executive Council on Sunday converged on Kaduna to mobilise support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, ahead of the 2027 general elections.The high-powered gathering, which brought together political stakeholders from the 19 Northern states, was held at the Umaru Musa Yar’Adua Conference Centre, Kaduna, as part of efforts to str
  
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• Fishes, periwinkles, crabs return to Ogoni creeks — FG

  13-09-2026 18:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Davies IheamnachorPORT HARCOURT — The Federal Government has said aquatic life and the ecosystem have largely recovered in most creeks across Ogoni, Rivers State, following ongoing environmental remediation efforts.The government also unveiled the second phase of the shoreline cleanup and mangrove restoration programme as part of efforts to complete the environmental restoration of Ogoniland.The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitme
  
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• Ejiofor criticises Charismatic bishops over Tinubu endorsement

  13-09-2026 18:16 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Nwabueze OkonkwoONITSHA — A political analyst, Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has criticised members of the Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) over their reported endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for a second term in office.Ejiofor described the introduction of religious endorsement into the political arena as dangerous, particularly in an already fragile political environment.In a statement issued at the weekend and titled, “T
  
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• AOCs: AON raises alarm over infrastructure deficit

  13-09-2026 18:13 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Dickson OmobolaAirline Operators of Nigeria, AON, has raised the alarm over the increasing number of Air Operator Certificates, AOCs, being issued to new airlines, saying existing aviation infrastructure may not be sufficient to accommodate the expected growth in aircraft.Spokesperson for the AON, Professor Obiora Okonkwo, who welcomed increased competition in the industry, said the concern was not about the emergence of new airlines but whether the infrastructure needed to support their ope
  
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• Lagos moves to curb dredging abuse

  13-09-2026 18:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Commissioner says state adopts data-driven, preventive approach to waterfront managementBy Olasunkanmi AkoniLAGOS — The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to tackle flooding, regulate sand dredging and improve the management of its waterfronts and waterways to protect lives, infrastructure and the environment.The State Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Dayo Bush-Alebiosu, disclosed this during an interactive session with newsmen in Maryland, Lagos
  
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• ‘You are a living testimony’ – Soludo celebrates Bishop Ezeokafor at 74

  13-09-2026 18:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Bishop Ezeokafor Is a Living Testimony’ — SoludoBy Vincent UjumaduAWKA — Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has congratulated the Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese, Most Rev. Paulinus Ezeokafor, on his 74th birthday.In a goodwill message, Soludo commended Ezeokafor for dedicating his life to the service of God and humanity through decades of priestly ministry.The governor noted that since his ordination in 1984, Ezeokafor had served as Auxiliary Bishop of Awka Dioces
  
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• Osun: Adeleke’s aide ‘Emir’ killed amid park leadership tussle

  13-09-2026 18:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboOSOGBO — Tension has gripped Osogbo, Osun State capital, following the reported killing of an aide and associate of Governor Ademola Adeleke, Dauda Oyeyemi, popularly known as “Emir”.Oyeyemi was reportedly shot dead by unidentified gunmen on Sunday amid a dispute over the leadership of a motor park in the state.It was gathered that Oyeyemi had been seeking to take over the leadership of the park, which is currently headed by Mr Wakili Nurudeen, popular
  
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• Insecurity: Kaduna Fulani breeders lose 200,000 cattle, 50 members — MACBAN

  13-09-2026 17:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoKADUNA — The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, Kaduna State chapter, has disclosed that its members lost more than 200,000 cattle and at least 50 people to cattle rustling, banditry, communal clashes and other forms of insecurity between January and September 2026.The association made the disclosure on Sunday at a press conference in Kaduna addressed by its State Chairman, Alhaji Abdulhamid Musa; spokesman, Ibrahim Bayero Zango; and other
  
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• 2027: Northern Igbo group backs Tinubu, targets 2m votes

  13-09-2026 17:56 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoABUJA — The Igbo Political Movement in the 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in the 2027 presidential election, pledging a minimum of two million votes for the All Progressives Congress, APC.The group, under the aegis of the Igbo Delegate Assembly, IDA, 19 Northern States and FCT, said the decision followed consultations with traders, industrialists, youths, women and community leader
  
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• Nwifuru: We have completed 500km of roads

  13-09-2026 17:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Warns against cultural erosion, social media blackmailBy Jeff Agbodo, AbakalikiGovernor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has said his administration has completed more than 500 kilometres of roads across the state since assuming office.Nwifuru stated this at the weekend at Amagu, the ancestral home of Izhi Nnodo, during the grand finale of the Ojiji Izhi New Yam Festival.The governor also cautioned against the erosion of indigenous values in the name of religion, modernity or political e
  
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• Oyo police arrest suspected drug dealer in Ibadan

  13-09-2026 17:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adeola BadruThe Oyo State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old suspected drug dealer, identified as Rilwan, in the Apata area of Ibadan as part of its intensified intelligence-led operations against illicit drugs and other activities fuelling crime in the state.The suspect, a resident of Apata, was arrested at about 8 a.m. on Saturday following intelligence received by the command concerning his alleged involvement in the illicit drug trade.In a statement made available to journalists o
  
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• 2027: Yari mobilises 2,933 clerics, seeks prayers for Tinubu

  13-09-2026 17:34 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Idris Salisu, GusauNo fewer than 2,933 Islamic scholars and Imams from across Zamfara State gathered on Saturday to offer special prayers for peace, stability and progress in Nigeria, as well as the success of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.The scholars and Imams gathered at the residence of Senator Abdul’aziz Yari in Talata-Mafara, where they recited verses from the Holy Quran and offered supplications in English, Arabic and Hausa.The gathering was organ
  
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• No one can stop me from 2027 race – Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim

  13-09-2026 17:28 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Says INEC lacks final say on party candidates..‘Court will do justice’The presidential candidate of the Accord Party, Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has declared that no administrative action by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, can extinguish his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election.Hashim was reacting to his exclusion from the final list of presidential candidates published by INEC over the weekend.In a statement issued in Abuja yesterday, he describe
  
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• 2027 Hajj: Lagos seeks more slots for pilgrims

  13-09-2026 17:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Olasunkanmi AkoniThe Lagos State Government has appealed to the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON, to allocate additional slots to the state to accommodate the growing number of intending pilgrims for the 2027 Hajj in Saudi Arabia.The State Commissioner for Home Affairs, Ibrahim Layode, made the appeal during an engagement with the pre-2027 Hajj assessment team from NAHCON, led by the Commissioner of Operations, Inspectorate and Licensing, Prince Anofiu Elegushi.Layode described th
  
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• NEMA coordinates Enugu building collapse rescue

  13-09-2026 17:22 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, is coordinating rescue operations following the collapse of a four-storey uncompleted building at Independence Layout, Enugu State.The incident occurred at about 6 a.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2026, prompting the Director-General of NEMA, Mrs Zubaida Umar, to direct the agency’s Enugu Operations Office to deploy an Emergency Rescue Team to the scene and coordinate the response with relevant stakeholders.NEMA, in a sta
  
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• ASUU Strike: Atiku condemns Tinubu’s handling of subsidy earnings

  13-09-2026 17:19 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s handling of proceeds from the removal of fuel subsidy, accusing the administration of failing to account for the funds even as the Academic Staff Union of Universities ASUU threatens a fresh nationwide strike over unpaid entitlements and unresolved agreements.In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu,
  
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• Over 2,000 Nigerians stranded in India deportation camp — Detainee Ekene

  13-09-2026 17:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Folarin KehindeA Nigerian, Mr Ekene, currently detained in a deportation camp in India, has alleged that delays in obtaining travel documents and the slow processing of deportation cases are keeping him and more than 2,000 other Nigerians stranded at the facility.Ekene made the allegation during a monitored online interview with Vanguard, days after the Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, NiDCOM, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said the Indian government had previously granted a target
  
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