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• Why I think I am ready for marriage – Mercy Eke

  26-07-2026 07:55 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ayo OnikoyiReality TV star, Mercy Eke, has opened up on why she believes she is ready to get married. Eke disclosed this while featuring as a guest on Toke Moments, a show hosted by media personality, Toke Makinwa.According to the reality star, she believes she is ready for marriage because she is of age, successful, mentally prepared and homely.She said: “First of all I am of age, I am successful, mentally I think I am ready, I am homely. I am ready for that next level.”Speaking
  
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• 2027: Tinubu should retire, Nigeria needs fresh leadership — Obi

  26-07-2026 22:37 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to step aside before the 2027 general election, saying Nigeria requires a more energetic and capable leader to tackle its worsening economic hardship and security challenges.Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Obi argued that Tinubu’s administration has failed to provide the leadership needed to address the country’s growing crises. He said the pre
  
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• BBNaija 11: Biggie divides housemates into male, female teams for tasks

  26-07-2026 22:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Big Brother has announced a major twist in the BBNaija Season 11 house, revealing that housemates will compete in gender-based teams throughout several activities.Read more:
  Full List: Meet 24 housemates of BBNaija season 11
  Addressing the contestants, Biggie said the house would be split into two groups — the ladies and the guys — with key house challenges to be contested along those lines.
  According to Biggie, wager tasks, arena games and other activities will now be played within
  
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• Female referee suffers concussion after trying to stop player brawl

  26-07-2026 22:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  A female assistant referee suffered a concussion after she was knocked to the ground while attempting to separate players during a pre-season friendly between French club Metz and Dutch side Fortuna Sittard.According to the BBC, the incident occurred in the 40th minute after two opposing players confronted each other following a shirt-pulling incident, prompting teammates from both sides to rush in and sparking a melee.The official, 26-year-old Mathilde Demoncay, was caught in the middle as she
  
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• NDLEA intercepts N10bn worth of cocaine, others at Lagos ports

  26-07-2026 21:59 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted N10 billion worth of cocaine, Ludes, opioids, and other illicit drugs at the Lagos ports.The agency gave the breakdown in a statement issued by the director of media and advocacy, NDLEA, Mr. Femi Babafemi on Sunday in Abuja.According to Babafemi, a 55-year-old businessman (name withheld) who deals in clothing at the popular Balogun market in Lagos Island was arrested over an attempt to export 3.30 kilograms of cocaine.He said that
  
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• 2027: Alliance talks yielding results for Makinde — APM

  26-07-2026 21:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Luminous Jannamike, AbujaThe Allied People’s Movement, APM, on Sunday declared that its ongoing alliance talks with opposition parties are yielding results as it steps up efforts to rally cross-party support for its presidential candidate, Governor Seyi Makinde, ahead of the 2027 general election, expressing confidence that the coalition would unseat President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC.The party said what began as quiet political conversations is now tra
  
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• Troops arrest two suspected terrorist informants, cattle rustlers, in Yobe market

  26-07-2026 21:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ndahi Marama, DamaturuTroops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested two suspected terrorist informants and cattle rustlers during a joint operation with local hunters at the Buni Yadi Friday Market in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State.Military sources on Sunday revealed that the operation was carried out at about 2:00 p.m. on July 24 by troops of 27 Task Force Brigade in conjunction with members of a hunters’ group acting on intelligence.The suspects were identified as Muhammadu
  
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• ADC to Tinubu: You’re becoming a professional statement-maker on insecurity

  26-07-2026 21:12 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Luminous Jannamike, AbujaThe African Democratic Congress, ADC, has accused President Bola Tinubu of becoming ‘a professional statement-maker’ on insecurity, demanding timelines and regular updates on efforts to rescue 176 residents of Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State who have remained in captivity since they were abducted on February 3, 2026.For the ADC, the issue is not that some abductees have been rescued. It is that families whose relatives have s
  
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• Osun election: Hoodlums attack PVC collection centre, cart away cards

  26-07-2026 21:08 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboSuspected political thugs on Sunday attacked a Permanent Voter’s Card distribution centre in Okuku, Odo-Otin local government area of the state, allegedly carting away two packs of PVCs.It was gathered that the centre, Oyinlola DC Primary School, Ward 2, where INEC was distributing the cards, was invaded by thugs shooting sporadically into the air, scaring residents and officials away.The hoodlums, it was gathered, disrupted the process, took two packs of cards an
  
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• BBNaija 11: I want to win N160m prize for my Egyptian girlfriend – Housemate Aikou

  26-07-2026 21:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  BBNaija Season 11 housemate Aikou has revealed that one of his biggest motivations for joining the reality show is to win the ₦160 million grand prize for his Egyptian girlfriend.The freelance web developer made the disclosure during his introduction after becoming the 10th housemate to enter Biggie’s house on Sunday.Read more:
  Full List: Meet housemates of BBNaija season 11Aikou said he also hopes to return to the university while pursuing his dreams.According to the show’s o
  
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• BBNaija 11: ‘My husband was against me joining show’ — Housemate Abi

  26-07-2026 20:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate Abi has revealed that her husband initially opposed her decision to participate in the reality television show, saying they argued when he first heard about it.Abi, a model and chef from Osun State, made the disclosure during her introduction on the premiere night of the show on Sunday.Read more:
  Full List: Meet housemates of BBNaija season 11According to the married housemate, her husband questioned her decision to enter the BBNaija house and did not suppo
  
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• Full List: Meet housemates of BBNaija season 11

  26-07-2026 20:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  BBNaija Season 11 officially got underway on Sunday as organisers unveiled the first set of housemates who will battle for the grand prize in this year’s edition of the reality TV show.
  From streamers and entrepreneurs to models and creatives, the contestants are arriving with distinct personalities, bold strategies and high expectations.
  Here is a look at latest BBNaija housemates:
  TramTwenty-four-year-old streamer Tram from Lagos says he is entering Biggie’s house with one goal &m
  
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• Full List: Meet 24 housemates of BBNaija season 11

  26-07-2026 20:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  BBNaija Season 11 officially got underway on Sunday as organisers unveiled the first set of housemates who will battle for the grand prize in this year’s edition of the reality TV show.
  From streamers and entrepreneurs to models and creatives, the contestants are arriving with distinct personalities, bold strategies and high expectations.
  Here is a look at the 24 BBNaija housemates for the ‘Show Ya Sef’ edition:1. TramTwenty-four-year-old streamer Tram from Lagos says he is en
  
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• Hearn says Fury-Joshua must take place in UK under current deal

  26-07-2026 19:40 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Eddie Hearn says the long-awaited showdown between British rivals Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua must take place in the UK under the terms of the fight deal signed three months ago.Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh reportedly wants to stage the fight –- which is expected to take place in October or November –- at a time that would attract the largest global audience.But were the fight to take place at Wembley Stadium, any plans  to stage the bout with a 2:00 am (0200 GMT) start
  
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• My late father only person who could look me in the eyes – Makinde

  26-07-2026 19:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Gov. Seyi Makinde on Sunday revealed that his late father was the only person who could look him in the eyes and tell him the truth, even when he didn’t want to hear it.Makinde said this at the 14th memorial service held in honour of his late father, Pa Olatunbosun Makinde, at the Cathedral of St Peter, Aremo, on Sunday in Ibadan.The governor, who described his late father as a candid adviser, close friend and companion, said he still misses his guidance.In his sermon, the Bishop of Ibada
  
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• Benue attacks: Mother, three others killed as armed herdsmen invade two LGs

  26-07-2026 19:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ..children suffer severe machete cuts.By Peter Duru, MakurdiAt least four persons have reportedly been killed and several others, including children, injured in separate attacks by suspected armed herdsmen on communities in Ohimini and Ukum Local Government Areas, LGAs, of Benue State, sparking fresh concerns over the security situation in the state.The attackers were also said to have rustled several cattle, while many residents remain unaccounted for as local vigilantes and community members
  
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• Osun election: Uzodimma chairs APC’s 276-member Campaign Council

  26-07-2026 18:34 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Omeiza Ajayi, AbujaThe ruling All Progressives Congress APC has announced a 276-member National Campaign Council and subcommittees for the Osun State governorship election scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026, with Imo State Governor and Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum, Senator Hope Uzodimma, named as Chairman of the Council.This is contained in a notice signed by the party’s National Secretary, Senator Surajudeen Ajibola Basiru, and made public via the party&rsqu
  
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• Why I stopped attending church — AY Comedian

  26-07-2026 18:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigerian comedian and actor Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, has questioned the role of the church after revealing that he was removed from participating in a church programme over concerns about public perception.In a video shared on his Instagram page, the comedian said he stepped away from church for a period, not because he had lost his faith in God, but because he was dealing with a difficult personal season following negative narratives about him online.AY explained that he later joined
  
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• Cardoso, Okonjo-Iweala to lead Africa emerging markets forum

  26-07-2026 18:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefThe Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, and the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, will headline the 7th Africa Emerging Markets Forum in Abuja this week as policymakers and global economic experts gather to chart strategies for strengthening Africa’s resilience amid growing global economic uncertainties.The two-day forum, scheduled for Wednesday, July 29, and Thursday, July 30, at
  
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• ‘Sports betting won’t lead you to financial fortune’ – Oyedepo tells young Nigerians

  26-07-2026 18:07 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The founder of Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, has cautioned young Nigerians against relying on sports betting as a means of achieving financial success, urging them to embrace patience and hard work instead.Speaking during a sermon on Sunday, Oyedepo described betting as a distraction that could derail the future of young people, insisting that lasting prosperity comes through diligence rather than gambling.“Young people, naija bet is not the way to financial fortune
  
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• FG raises mortgage ceiling to N85m, targets 2,000 loans annually

  26-07-2026 17:59 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Darma orders FMBN to expand access, proposes rent registry, escrow for developersBy John Alechenu, AbujaThe federal government has raised the ceiling for mortgage loans to ₦85 million as part of efforts to deepen access to housing finance and strengthen regulation in the real estate sector.The minister of housing and urban development, Dr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma, gave the directive at the weekend while presenting a keynote address at the BusinessDay Real Estate Conference 2026 in Abu
  
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• US warns Nigerians with dual citizenship against travelling on foreign passport

  26-07-2026 17:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The United States Mission in Nigeria has reminded Nigerians who also hold U.S. citizenship that they must use a valid American passport when entering or leaving the United States.In a statement shared on its official X account on Sunday, the mission said the requirement applies to all U.S. citizens, including children who hold dual nationality.According to the mission, dual-national U.S. citizens are not permitted to use their foreign passports to apply for an Electronic System for Travel Autho
  
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• FG urges de-escalation of Saudi Arabia-Houthis tensions

  26-07-2026 17:49 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Favour UleborThe federal government has expressed concern over the escalating tensions and reported attacks involving the Houthi militia in Yemen and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, urging all parties to exercise maximum restraint and embrace dialogue to prevent further deterioration of the situation.In a statement signed by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, on Sunday in Abuja, the government called for the immediate de-escalation of the crisis and
  
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• Troops rescue 48 kidnap victims in Zamfara

  26-07-2026 17:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By: Kingsley OmonobiTroops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma, have rescued 48 kidnapped victims following a swift response to a terrorist attack on Magami village, Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State, in the early hours of 26 July 2026.Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, Media Information Officer, made this known on Sunday, saying that sadly, one civilian was killed while two others sustained injuries during the shootout with the bandits.He said, “The oper
  
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• Bandits abduct Kebbi High Court judge

  26-07-2026 17:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin KebbiA High Court judge, Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, has been abducted by bandits in Bunza area of Kebbi State.A reliable source said the judge was abducted by gunmen suspected to be bandits in the early hours of Sunday at his home along Zogirma Road in Bunza Local Government Area of Kebbi.He said, “He had just returned from Sokoto when the gunmen stormed his residence and took him away.”He added that nobody in the house was hurt while the attackers were sho
  
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• Tinubu appoints new special adviser on House of Reps matters

  26-07-2026 17:07 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, AbujaPresident Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Wasiu Olanrewaju-Smart as special adviser to the president on National Assembly matters—House of Representatives.He replaced Hon. Ibrahim Olanrewaju, who resigned to contest for an elective post in his home state.Olanrewaju-Smart is an accomplished scholar and public policy expert.He holds a PhD in educational management from Lead City University and a master’s in public administration from Harvard University.He is
  
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• Education will power Tinubu’s $1tn economy, Alausa declares

  26-07-2026 17:01 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …as FG expands health training, ends campus unrestBy Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe Federal Government has declared that education will serve as the engine room of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ambitious plan to build a $1 trillion Nigerian economy, unveiling far-reaching reforms aimed at producing a globally competitive workforce, expanding admissions into health institutions, and sustaining industrial peace across the nation’s universities.Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa,
  
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• Iran army says war to ‘expand further’ if US attacks restart

  26-07-2026 16:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Iran’s army warned on Sunday that the Middle East war would widen if the United States chose to press ahead with attacks on the Islamic republic, ahead of the visit of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Washington.“I believe that if the Americans once again fall for the Zionists’ deception, or move in line with them, and insist on continuing the war, particularly through air strikes, geographically this will expand further,” army spokesman Mohammad Akraminia tol
  
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• Vinicius Jr reaches transfer decision amid move to Arsenal

  26-07-2026 16:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior is reportedly ready to turn down interest from Arsenal as he looks to extend his stay at the Spanish giants despite uncertainty over his contract.The Brazilian has emerged as one of several attacking options on Arsenal’s shortlist, with reports suggesting the Premier League club have been monitoring his situation. However, the Gunners are yet to make a formal approach.Vinicius has entered the final 12 months of his current contract with Real Madrid, and
  
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• Troops nab wanted soldier accused of supplying military uniforms to terrorists

  26-07-2026 16:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By: Kingsley OmonobiTroops of Operation Hadin Kai has arrested a soldier declared wanted by the Nigerian Army over his alleged involvement in supplying military accoutrements to terrorist groups operating in the North-East.The wanted soldier was intercepted while trying to flee to Cameroon.Sources in Maiduguri disclosed that the suspect, identified as 23NA/84/1939 Private Mohammed Yusuf of the Nigerian Army Ordnance Training Facility (NAOTF), Lagos, was apprehended at about 6:30 p.m. on July 25
  
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