By ENEWARIDIDEKE EKANPOU The state of being swept into oblivion after a sacrificial engagement to free a people from developmental enslavement sounds retrogressive and meaningless. It sounds retrogressive and meaningless because it has no historical bequest to inspire and guide the next generations away from the path that once convulsed their entire existence like the deadly […] The post Tompolo’s ‘manumission’ mission, the ironies and the joys of life appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Federal Government has released the 2026/2027 admission list for successful candidates offered admission into Junior Secondary School One (JSS1) of Federal Unity Colleges across the country. The admission release, approved by the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, marks the commencement of the admission process for candidates seeking entry into […] The post FG releases 2026/2027 Unity Schools admission list appeared first on Vanguard News.

Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC ahead of the January 16 election, Peter Obi, has thrown his weight behind the removal of petrol subsidy, but was quick to say that poor management of the savings from the policy should not be a reason to reverse it. The post Obi defends fuel subsidy removal, rejects Atiku’s restoration plan appeared first on Vanguard News.

Cross River State Police Command has arrested two elderly men, aged 68 and 70, over the alleged attempted rape of a 12-year-old girl in Calabar. The post Two elderly men arrested over alleged attempted rape of 12-yr-old appeared first on Vanguard News.

Average daily petrol supply from domestic refineries fell by 20.6 per cent to 25.8 million litres in July 2026, from 32.5 million litres per day recorded in June, data from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has shown. The post Domestic petrol supply falls 20.6%, imports rise in July — NMDPRA appeared first on Vanguard News.

No fewer than five persons were reportedly injured during a clash between members of rival transport unions in Ilorin, Kwara State on Monday. The post Five wounded as transport unions’ members clash in Kwara appeared first on Vanguard News.

PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has felicitated with the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, on his 70th birthday. The post ‘Stabilising voice in times of turbulence’ – Tinubu hails Sultan at 70 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Several ex-footballers, including Premier League winners Emmanuel Petit and Mikael Silvestre, have called for “change” in FIFA’s leadership following the failed plan to open the World Cup to private investors. “Change is necessary. Power has blurred the current leadership’s ability to distinguish between its own interests and what is best for football,” Frenchmen Silvestre, Petit […] The post World Cup-winner Petit joins call for change in FIFA leadership appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised Senator Abdul’Aziz Yari’s prediction that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would win re-election in 2027, describing the comment as an attempt to justify his recent appointment to the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council. The National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, Bolaji Abdullahi, […] The post 2027: Yari defending appointment, APC is SPV, not real party — ADC appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Enitan Abdultawab Presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore and former Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi, who represented former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, clashed on Monday during a political session at the 66th Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The conference, themed “Beyond Limits,” brought together legal practitioners and political […] The post Sowore, Amaechi trade words at NBA conference appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Nigerian NHS worker in Manchester, United Kingdom, Innocent Ayodele could lose his driving license after he was caught driving the wrong way on a motorway slip road while trying to avoid a traffic jam. The post Nigerian NHS worker faces ban after driving against traffic in UK appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian dancer and socialite Rahman Jago has spoken out following the reported arrest of his colleague and friend, Poco Lee, in the United Kingdom. The post Poco Lee: “There’s more than people have heard – Rahman Jago appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Golok Nanmwa JOS — The Plateau State Police Command has announced a temporary ban on the operation of commercial tricycles, popularly known as Keke NAPEP, in the Jos-Bukuru metropolis and other major towns across the state during the Eid El Maulud celebration. The command said the restriction would take effect on Tuesday as part […] The post Plateau police ban Keke operations in Jos, Bukuru for Eid Maulud appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Lagos State Government has concluded plans to commence rehabilitation works on Oke-Afa Bridge in Isolo Local Government Area, LGA, for three weeks. The post Rehabs: Lagos to shut Oke-Ifa Bridge, Isolo for 3weeks appeared first on Vanguard News.

A middle-aged shoemaker, simply identified as Anthony, has died by suicide inside the Obudu Main Market in Obudu Local Government Area of Cross River State. The post C’River: Man takes own life inside Obudu Market appeared first on Vanguard News.

Their inclusion has generated questions about the extent to which serving officials responsible for public institutions should participate in the political campaign machinery of the party controlling the Federal Government. The post Adedeji, Kurfi, Olusi, Fagbemi’s APC Presidential Council appointments spark concerns appeared first on Vanguard News.

Following the death of veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, questions have emerged about how someone who appeared well in public weeks earlier could later be diagnosed with stage-four cancer. The post How cancer symptoms can be mistaken for ulcer — Aproko Doctor appeared first on Vanguard News.

A new documentary called "NAZA" from the same directors as the Oscar-winning Israeli-Palestinian production "No Other Land" will premiere at the Venice Film Festival next month, organisers said on Monday. The post Gaza documentary to premiere at Venice film festival appeared first on Vanguard News.

—Target $21bn investment By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) and its partners in Oil Mining Lease (OML) 118 have executed agreements for the development of the Bonga South-West Aparo (BSWAp) deepwater project, paving the way for the project to progress towards Final Investment Decision (FID). The agreements, signed on […] The post NNPC, OML 118 partners seal Bonga South-West deal appeared first on Vanguard News.

—Parades 10 suspected criminals By Dayo Johnson, Akure The Ondo State Security Network Agency, codenamed Amotekun, has arrested two suspected kidnappers and eight other suspects for various offences across the state. Parading the suspects in Akure, the state Commander, Chief Adetunji Adeleye, said one of the suspected kidnappers, Gambo, 27, was arrested in Shasha while […] The post Amotekun arrests suspected kidnapper negotiating ransom, another targeting ex-boss’s wife appeared first on Vang...

There is something reassuring about political rivals gathering beneath one roof to sign a common promise of peace. In a country where elections have too often been accompanied by intimidation, inflammatory rhetoric, and violence, the symbolism matters. It affirms that opponents are adversaries, not enemies, and that the pursuit of power must remain subordinate to the survival […] The post Peace on paper, peril in practice: Why 2027’s elections remain at risk, by Dakuku Peterside appeared firs...

Department of State Services, (DSS) and the Nigerian Intelligence Agency (NIA) are investigating intelligence reports that certain top officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) are working with some foreign interests to undermine national security. The post DSS, NIA to probe NFF over alleged sabotage of national interests appeared first on Vanguard News.

Osun State Government has formally received the newly deployed Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Zungura, with Governor Ademola Adeleke urging him to reform the state police command and secure the release of persons he described as political detainees. Zungura, who assumed office in Osun on Monday, visited the governor alongside senior officers of the command. During […] The post Adeleke receives new Osun CP, demands release of detainees appeared first on Vanguard News.

US President Donald Trump vowed Monday to double tariffs on Canadian vehicles beginning next year, as the historically friendly neighbors spiral into an escalating trade war. The post Trump says to double tariffs on Canada autos as trade fight heats up appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Universal Reformed Christian Church, popularly known as NKST Church, has rejected the Federal Government’s proposed pilot ranching programme in Benue State, citing the killing of 5,987 of its members and the destruction of 753 worship centres during attacks blamed on armed herdsmen. The post Benue ranching: NKST alleges 5,987 members killed, 753 churches destroyed appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Federal Government has released the 2026/2027 admission list for candidates offered admission into Junior Secondary School One (JSS1) in Federal Unity Colleges across Nigeria. The post How to check 2026/2027 Unity Schools admission list appeared first on Vanguard News.

One of the defining moments of the session was an exchange between Sowore and former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi who is also the vice presidential candidate of African Democratic Congress, ADC. The post NBA Confab: Presidential candidates clash on key campaign issues as Gbajabiamila defends FG policies appeared first on Vanguard News.

Colombia's right-wing President Abelardo de la Espriella has ordered a crackdown on irregular migration, instructing authorities to begin detaining undocumented foreigners convicted of crimes with a view to deporting them. The post Colombia’s new president orders migrant deportations appeared first on Vanguard News.

Cross River State Governor, Sen. Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has issued a stern warning to traditional rulers across the state, threatening to strip them of their certificates of recognition should peace collapse in their domains. The post Communal Clash: Otu threatens to revoke traditional rulers’ certificates of recognition appeared first on Vanguard News.

According to Obi, the resources recovered from subsidy removal have not been adequately managed, alleging that they were also being “mismanaged and stolen.” The post 2027: Obi disagrees with Atiku on subsidy, faults mismanagement of proceeds appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, has urged Nigerians citizens and organisations to patronise indigenous digital solutions to promote economic growth and data sovereignty. Oyedele made the call during a courtesy visit to Galaxy Backbone Ltd. (GBB) on Monday in Abuja. He called on Nigerians to support the […] The post Patronise indigenous digital solutions, Finance minister urges Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Golok Nanmwa JOS – The Mwaghavul Development Association, MDA, has condemned the recent attacks on communities in Mwaghavul land, saying 28 people were killed in separate attacks on Bin Mper and Murish communities in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The association also called on the Federal, Plateau State and local governments to […] The post Mangu attacks- death toll hits 28, MDA demands sustained military action appeared first on Vanguard News.

US President Donald Trump's administration on Monday moved to impose a more than $100,000 fee on employers hiring foreign workers through a highly-skilled visa program, after facing a legal setback in an earlier effort. The post Trump govt proposes $103k fee for skilled worker visa appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ochuko Akuopha ASABA – CHEVRON Nigeria Limited, Monday, said it has reduced gas flaring by 98 percent in its efforts to promote environmental sustainability. Chevron’s General Manager, Corporate Affairs, Oduselu Olusoga, stated  this at Asaba, Delta State, during a one-day workshop on Oil and Gas reporting, held in partnership with the the Nigeria Union of Journalists, […] The post We’ve reduced gas glaring by 98% – Chevron appeared first on Vanguard News.

UEFA has announced September 2, 2026, as the deadline for clubs to submit their List A squads for the 2026/27 Champions League league phase. The post UEFA announces deadline for Champions League registration squad appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has constituted a Committee on Election Violence Victims to disburse the N500 million Election Violence Victims Relief Endowment Fund provided by the state government. A statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Monday in Osogbo, said the committee would verify claims by persons affected […] The post Adeleke constitutes committee for N500m election violence victims’ fund appeared first on Vanguard News.

Britain's Prince Harry has stepped down from the board of an African conservation charity mired in controversy last year over the conduct of some of its rangers, his spokesman confirmed Monday. The post Prince Harry steps down from scandal-mired African charity’s board appeared first on Vanguard News.

The financial markets are affected by not only the economic indicators and corporate performance but also the sentiments of investors. Every day on the trading markets, people decide whether they want to seek risk or avoid it. It is called risk-on and risk-off sentiment. It is very useful for traders to understand which one of […] The post Risk-On or Risk-Off? How to Read Global Sentiment Before You Trade appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo OSOGBO — Two persons were reportedly killed in Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area of Osun State, following a clash between police personnel and hoodlums allegedly attempting to take control of a motor park and the local government secretariat. The incident occurred amid a warning by the state government on Sunday against […] The post Two killed as police, hoodlums clash in Ikire appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Dayo Johnson, Akure Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State on Monday flagged off the construction of a 2.38-kilometre flyover bridge in Akure, the state capital, describing the project as necessary to address growing traffic congestion and improve transportation in the metropolis. The project, which is the second flyover bridge being constructed in Akure, will […] The post Aiyedatiwa flags off 2.38km Akure flyover, says project necessary appeared first on Vanguard News.

There is a question that Nigerians do not ask often enough, perhaps because the answer frightens us. Is the Nigerian Dream still alive? Not the dream politicians describe at rallies. Not the Nigeria of campaign posters, television advertisements and carefully prepared speeches. I mean the ordinary Nigerian dream-the quiet hope of a father who wants his children […] The post The Nigerian dream: Is it still alive? By Ejiro Ofoye appeared first on Vanguard News.

The US Supreme Court gave President Donald Trump a temporary victory on Monday, lifting a lower court block on his executive order curbing the use of mail-in ballots. The post Supreme Court upholds Trump bid to curb mail-in ballots for now appeared first on Vanguard News.

Alonso has been hired to revive Chelsea after their dismal 10th place finish in the Premier League last season. The post Alonso makes winning start with Chelsea; Rogers scores on debut appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, on Monday, dismissed Senator Abdul’Aziz Yari’s projection that the All Progressives Congress, APC, will retain the presidency beyond 2031, accusing the newly appointed Director-General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council of getting carried away by his new position. The post ‘Don’t be overwhelmed by Tinubu’s appointment’ – PDP tells Yari appeared first on Vanguard News.

THE First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has encouraged all Muslim faithful to emulate the noble virtues of Prophet Mohammed and continue to promote peace in their homes, communities and nation. The post Eid-El-Maulud: Emulate Prophet Mohammed’s virtues, Remi Tinubu urges Muslims appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Young Progressives Party, YPP, has said it could not find another suitably qualified woman to replace its former presidential candidate, Mrs Anita Zugwai Chukwu, after she withdrew from the 2027 presidential race. The post 2027 Presidency: We couldn’t find another woman to replace Anita — YPP appeared first on Vanguard News.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday that Iran had attempted to assassinate one of his two sons, without offering further details. The post Iran ‘tried to kill’ one of my sons – Netanyahu appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — Former President Goodluck Jonathan has warned that Africa risks missing out on the current technological revolution unless urgent steps are taken to strengthen human capital development across the continent. Jonathan gave the warning on Monday while delivering a lecture titled, “Harnessing Industrial Capacity for Inclusive Growth and Regional Stability in […] The post Africa risks missing tech revolution without human capital — Jonathan appeared first on Vanguard N...

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta has urged security agencies to adopt intelligence-led and preventive approaches to tackle Nigeria’s evolving security challenges. Oborevwori made the call on Monday in Asaba,  when participants of the Advanced Intelligence Officers’ Course 16/2026, Defence Intelligence College, Karu, Abuja, paid him a courtesy visit. Represented by his Deputy, Mr Monday Onyeme, […] The post Oborevwori urges intelligence-led approach to tackle security challenges appeared f...

BY TONY UBANIThe Department of State Services, DSS, has joined other security operatives in investigating the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) into the utilisation of the N17bn Federal Government intervention fund released to the Nigeria Football Federation for players’ wages and bonuses. The fund was approved by President Bola Tinubu in 2024 to clear outstanding payments […] The post DSS probes NFF appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Accord Party in Osun State have traded accusations over the violence in Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area, which reportedly left two persons dead. The incident occurred after hoodlums reportedly mobilised to the Naira and Kobo area of the town in an alleged attempt to […] The post Ikire killings: APC, Accord trade blame over violence appeared first on Vanguard News.

—Vows to occupy premises till Friday before reviewing situation By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — THE Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) on Monday picketed the Abuja Continental Hotel, accusing management of violating workers’ fundamental rights and treating employees like “slaves” by denying them the chance to unionize and engage in collective bargaining. TUC officials and […] The post TUC pickets Abuja Continental, says workers treated like slaves appeared first on Vanguard News.

​‌‍‍‍The Edo House of Assembly, on Monday, rejected the purported resignation of former Speaker, Blessing Agbebaku. The House, instead, converted the resignation to impeachment during plenary session in Benin. Moving the motion for Agbebaku’s impeachment, the Majority Leader, Sunday Ojezele, said the alleged resignation letter was not received by the House. Ojezele, who represents Esan […] The post Edo Assembly converts ex-Speaker’s resignation to impeachment appeared first on Vanguard News.

BBNaija Season 11 housemate, Chimsom Chuka, has emerged as the Head of House for the second time this season. The post BBNaija 11: Chimsom Chuka wins Head of House title for second time appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Federal Government has released the 2026/2027 admission list for successful candidates offered places into Junior Secondary School One (JSS1) of federal unity colleges across the country. The post FG releases 2026/2027 Unity Schools admission list appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ogogo worked as a mechanic with the Ogun State Water Corporation for about 13 years before gaining prominence in acting The post Ogogo preserved our culture through his talent – Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.

President Bola Tinubu will serve as chairman of the council, while Vice President Kashim Shettima and APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, will serve as vice chairmen. The post 5 experienced campaigners missing from Tinubu’s 2027 APC campaign council appeared first on Vanguard News.

Popular Nigerian dancer, Iweh Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, is currently being held on remand in the United Kingdom over an alleged assault offence. The post Poco Lee to appear in London court September – Nigerians in UK leader appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Adeola Badru IBADAN — The Oyo State Government has accused the Federal Government of politicising the flag-off of the reconstruction and dualisation of the Ibadan-Ijebu-Ode Road by excluding Governor Seyi Makinde from the ceremony. The project flag-off was held on Monday at Idi Ayunre in Oluyole Local Government Area of Oyo State, with the […] The post Oyo govt accuses FG of politicising Ibadan-Ijebu-Ode road appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Dapo Akinrefon The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has described the late veteran actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, as a cultural ambassador who used his craft to promote and preserve Yoruba traditions and values. Adams, in a condolence statement on Monday, expressed profound sorrow over the death of the […] The post Ogogo was cultural ambassador who elevated Yoruba traditions, values — Gani Adams appeared first on Vanguard News.