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• What can Tinubu do differently?

  12-08-2026 01:37 via punchng.com
  
  Explore what the Tinubu administration can do differently to improve the lives of ordinary Nigerians, focusing on economic reforms, stability, and growth.Read More: https://punchng.com/what-can-tinubu-do-differently/
  
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• UK economy slows as political unrest, Mideast war bite

  13-08-2026 10:42 via punchng.com
  
  Britain’s economy slowed in Q2 2026 due to domestic political changes and the US-Iran war. Discover how the UK economy is impacted and what’s next.Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-economy-slows-as-political-unrest-mideast-war-bite/
  
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• Police nab suspected kidnapper attempting N1.6m rifle purchase

  13-08-2026 10:42 via punchng.com
  
  Police in Kwara State have arrested a kidnapping suspect, Sanda Aliyu, attempting to purchase an AK-47 rifle for N1.6m. Investigation into the Kwara kidnapRead More: https://punchng.com/police-nab-suspected-kidnapper-attempting-n1-6m-rifle-purchase/
  
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• Nigerian newspapers review: Nigeria fails fiscal transparency test for 2nd year – US report

  13-08-2026 10:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with Nigeria failing the minimum fiscal transparency requirements for the second consecutive year, with the US Department of State saying the country made no significant progress in improving its financial management and opening up its public finances in 2025.Another headline features the Osun State Police Command questioning the Senator representing Osun-East Senatorial District, Francis Fadahunsi, for abou
  
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• Igbere Traditional Rulers back Kalu’s bid for another term

  13-08-2026 10:15 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Describe His Legislative Service as OutstandingIgbere traditional rulers in Bende Local Government of Abia State have thrown their weight behind the 2027 bid of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu to return to the parliament.Speaking on behalf of the traditional rulers during Kalu’s courtesy call in the course of his “Meet Your Constituents” tour to the traditional rulers on Wednesday in Igbere, His Royal Majesty (HRM) Eze
  
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• Tinubu assents Nigerian Ports Economic Regulatory Agency Bill

  13-08-2026 10:13 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Godwin OritsePresident Bola Tinubu has assented to the Nigerian Ports Economic Regulatory Agency (NPERA) Bill, 2026, paving the way for the establishment of a dedicated economic regulator for Nigeria’s port sector.The development was disclosed by the Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Dr Pius Akutah, in a post on his Facebook page, where he expressed appreciation to the President for assenting to the legislation.“Nigeria
  
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• Accounts opening: NDPC probes Lotus Bank, UNILAG over unlawful use of students data

  13-08-2026 10:10 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Nigeria Data Protection Commission, NDPC, said yesterday it has commenced a forensic investigation into the University of Lagos, UNILAG, Lotus Bank and Hackerbella Ltd over alleged violations of data protection laws.
  Babatunde Bamigboye, Head of Legal, Enforcement and Regulations at the commission, disclosed this in a statement in Abuja.
  Efforts to get reaction of the Head of Communication Unit, UNILAG, Alhaja Ajoke Ibrahim Alaga, proved abortive as she requested that a text message be sent
  
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• EPL: Rashford is back with something different – Carrick

  13-08-2026 10:05 via punchng.com
  
  Michael Carrick backs Marcus Rashford to play a crucial role in the new Premier League season, highlighting his unique contribution after his return from BRead More: https://punchng.com/epl-rashford-is-back-with-something-different-carrick/
  
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• US sets up task force to end birth tourism, revokes over 600 visas worldwide

  13-08-2026 09:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Nkiruka NnoromThe United States government has established a new inter-agency task force to clamp down on birth tourism, a practice where foreign nationals travel to the US primarily to give birth and secure American citizenship for their children.The Birth Tourism Prevention Task Force, announced today by the Department of State under President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, has already revoked over 600 visas across different regions of the world in the first round of acti
  
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• PDP chieftain urges Ebonyi police to protect opposition

  13-08-2026 09:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Anayo OkoliA chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State, Barrister Ifeanyi Nworie, has called on the state police command to protect opposition parties, their members and journalists covering their activities.Nworie, a former PDP chairman in the state, made the call while condemning the alleged attack on PDP members and journalists during a political event at Ikwuator village, Idemba community, in Ezza South Local Government Area of the state.The Ebonyi State chapter of
  
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• Juju singer Saint Janet had difficulty breathing before death, children recount

  13-08-2026 09:51 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Veteran Nigerian Juju and Highlife musician, Iyun Janet Ajilore, popularly known as Saint Janet, complained of chest pain and difficulty breathing shortly before she died, according to her children.The family disclosed this during an interview with Alore TV published on YouTube on Tuesday, as they recounted the singer’s final hours.Her daughter, Omowunmi, said Saint Janet had performed at an overnight show in Sango, Ogun State, on the eve of her death and appeared healthy throughout the e
  
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• Geregu Power addresses concerns over bond repayment obligations

  13-08-2026 09:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Udeme Akpan, Energy EditorGeregu Power Plc has moved to reassure shareholders, investors, regulators and other stakeholders over concerns surrounding its bond repayment obligations, saying it is reviewing its financial commitments and remains committed to resolving outstanding challenges.
  The company’s clarification followed recent online publications raising concerns about its ability to meet its bond repayment obligations.
  In a statement signed by its Company Secretary, The Structure
  
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• Benchers back CJN’s push to retire colonial titles

  13-08-2026 09:41 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ikechukwu NnochiriWilly Mutunga was sworn in as the first Chief Justice and President of the Supreme Court of Kenya on June 20, 2011, under the country’s 2010 Constitution.Barely months in office, he took a revolutionary step with the enforcement of a reform policy that historically altered Kenya’s legal practice. Mutunga moved Kenya’s judiciary away from colonial-era regalia, including wigs, robes and grandiose forms of address.Under him, judges dropped their wigs and
  
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• FUPRE reopens admission window for candidates who missed first post UTME

  13-08-2026 09:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  EFFURUN, Delta State Prospective students who missed the first Post UTME screening exercise of the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun, FUPRE, have been given another chance to pursue admission into the institution for the 2026/2027 academic session.
  The university has announced a supplementary screening exercise scheduled for August 24 and 25, providing a fresh opportunity for qualified candidates who were unable to participate in the initial exercise held between July 21 and 25
  
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• ADC blames Tinubu for Fadahunsi’s ‘kill Accord members’ remark

  13-08-2026 09:36 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has linked President Bola Tinubu’s recent political rhetoric to the controversial comments attributed to Senator Francis Fadahunsi ahead of Saturday’s Osun State governorship election.Speaking on Arise News on Wednesday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said he believed Fadahunsi may have taken the President’s recent assertion that “all is fair in politics” as a licence for political actors to d
  
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• Crude oil, aviation fuel top import chart at Lekki deep-sea port

  13-08-2026 09:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Godwin OritseCrude oil and other refined petroleum products dominated import activities at the Lekki Deep Sea Port in the first week of August, accounting for 1,867,712 metric tonnes of crude oil-based products brought into the country through the facility.Shipping documents obtained by Vanguard showed that petroleum products dominated imports through the Lekki Deep Sea Port as of August 10, 2026, with aviation fuel, Automated Gas Oil (AGO) and Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly know
  
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• Oil output declines to 1.67m barrels

  13-08-2026 09:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Udeme Akpan & Obas Esiedesa, AbujaNigeria’s daily oil production declined by four per cent in July 2026, to 1.67 million barrels per day (mbpd) from 1.74mbpd recorded in June, according to the latest production data from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC).However, the figures showed that Nigeria sustained production above the 1.5mbpd OPEC quota for the third consecutive month in July.According to the NUPRC data, the country produced 1.505mbpd of
  
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• Why Saint Janet switched from gospel to sexually explicit songs — Backup singer

  13-08-2026 09:26 via punchng.com
  
  Saint Janet’s backup singer reveals why the late Juju musician transitioned from gospel to sexually explicit songs, attracting more audience engagement andRead More: https://punchng.com/why-saint-janet-switched-from-gospel-to-sexually-explicit-songs-backup-singer/
  
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• EPL: Chelsea demand £120m for Fernandez, set Friday deadline

  13-08-2026 09:26 via punchng.com
  
  Chelsea sets a Friday deadline for clubs interested in Enzo Fernandez, demanding £120m for the midfielder. Learn more about the Enzo Fernandez transfer sagRead More: https://punchng.com/epl-chelsea-demand-120m-for-fernandez-set-friday-deadline/
  
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• Investors snap up AG Mortgage Bank’s N3.97b CP with 100% subscription

  13-08-2026 09:14 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Babajide KomolafeAG Mortgage Bank Plc has significantly bolstered its liquidity position after investors completely snapped up its N3.97 billion Series 2 and 3 Commercial Paper (CP) issuance.By achieving a 100 percent subscription rate, the bank has secured critical, cost-effective short-term funding that will enable it to scale its mortgage financing operations and accelerate its real estate pipeline.The successful issuance marks another major milestone for the mortgage lender, signali
  
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• Eight Redeemer varsity students pass ICAN exams

  13-08-2026 09:13 via punchng.com
  
  Eight Redeemer’s University accounting students successfully passed the May 2026 ICAN qualifying exams, showcasing the institution’s commitment to professiRead More: https://punchng.com/eight-redeemer-varsity-students-pass-ican-exams/
  
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• Messi returns after father’s death but Miami knocked out of Leagues Cup

  13-08-2026 09:11 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Lionel Messi made an emotional return Wednesday following his father’s death and hints at retirement, but it wasn’t enough for his Inter Miami side who were knocked out of the Leagues Cup in a 3-2 loss to Mexico’s Leon.The Miami captain flew back to Florida from Argentina on Tuesday night after attending the funeral of his father, Jorge, on Sunday and came on at half-time to a massive ovation.Jorge, who was his son’s agent, died last week at the age of 68.On Wednesday mo
  
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• Petrol consumption falls by 600,000 litres/day

  13-08-2026 09:04 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ediri EjohNigeria’s daily consumption of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), otherwise known as petrol, fell by 1.27 per cent to 47.4 million litres per day (ML/D) year-on-year (YoY) in June 2026, from 48 million litres per day recorded in the corresponding period of 2025.This represents a decline of about 600,000 litres per day over the one-year period.The development reflects the residual impact of the downstream deregulation which recorded about 550 percent increase in petrol pric
  
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• Over 30 countries condemn Iran executions

  13-08-2026 09:04 via vanguardngr.com
  
  More than 30 nations, including France, Britain and Canada, have condemned Iran’s use of capital punishment, saying in a joint statement on Wednesday the Islamic republic was executing protesters to “silence dissent”.The countries, joined by the European Union’s top diplomat, “condemn in the strongest terms the ongoing executions of protesters and use of the death penalty” by Iran.“The use of capital punishment to silence dissent, intimidate communities
  
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• NCDMB urges oil firms to embrace digital portal for global competitiveness

  13-08-2026 08:58 via punchng.com
  
  NCDMB unveils a new digital portal to boost efficiency, transparency, and global competitiveness in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. Learn how this NCDMB digiRead More: https://punchng.com/ncdmb-urges-oil-firms-to-embrace-digital-portal-for-global-competitiveness/
  
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• Morning recap: Davido urged to apologise to Okpebholo, Galatasaray reduce Osimhen asking price to €65m, other top stories

  13-08-2026 08:58 via punchng.com
  
  Catch up on the latest Nigerian news: Davido urged to apologise to Okpebholo, Osimhen’s transfer price reduced, 2027 election talks, and fiscal transparencRead More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-davido-urged-to-apologise-to-okpebholo-galatasaray-reduce-osimhen-asking-price-to-e65m-other-top-stories/
  
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• SEC orders operators to freeze ISIS-linked accounts

  13-08-2026 08:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Peter Egwuatu & Chukwunonso OkoloThe Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has directed operators in Nigeria’s capital market to immediately identify and freeze funds, assets and other economic resources linked to a Nigerian citizen and three Nigerian companies sanctioned by the United States Government for allegedly facilitating financial transactions connected to the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) and ISIS-West Africa.The directive, contained in a circular ti
  
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• FG charges MDAs on compulsory data localisation

  13-08-2026 08:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  “Tightens rules on citizens’ personal data collectionBy Prince OsuagwuNigeria has officially agreed that data is the new face of the country’s economic rennaissance after President, Bola Tinubu admitted that data is the new oil.
  The new development sees government appearing to favour data governance as the best way to get the country’s economy thriving again.
  To prove that point, the Government is tightening the rules on how citizens’ personal information is collec
  
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• ‘Kidnappers spoke Igala, Fulani, Hausa,’ Kogi victims recount ordeal

  13-08-2026 08:49 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Two of the 16 kidnap victims freed in Kogi State, Ngozi Stephen and Joshua Daniel, have recounted their nearly 48-hour ordeal in captivity.On Tuesday, the Nigerian military said the victims were abducted on Sunday when armed criminals attacked commuters along the Ojuwo–Ajengo–Memarebo and Ojiwo–Itobe roads in Ofu Local Government Area of the state.They were, however, rescued on Monday during a joint security operation by Nigerian Army, Navy, Police and local vigilantes al
  
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• Nigeria’s oil output falls 37,000bpd to 1.546m bpd — OPEC

  13-08-2026 08:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Udeme Akpan, Energy EditorNigeria’s crude oil production, excluding condensate, fell by 37,000 barrels per day, bpd, to 1.546 million bpd in July 2026, from 1.583 million bpd in June, according to the latest report by the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, OPEC.The decline, based on secondary sources cited by OPEC, represents a 2.3 per cent month-on-month reduction in the country’s crude oil output.The figures were contained in OPEC’s latest Monthly Oil Mark
  
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