Head of House (HoH) in Big Brother Naija season 11, Chimsom Chuka, has warned his fellow housemates against disobeying his directives. The post BBNaija: ‘If you disobey me, there’ll be consequences’ – HoH Chimsom tells housemates appeared first on Vanguard News.

Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate Kamsy has declared her interest in becoming one of this season's "Gambits," saying the opportunity guarantees her a place among the finalists, regardless of whether she walks away with the ₦160 million grand prize. The post BBNaija: I want to be a gambit — Kamsy appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Adeola Badru Oyo State Governor and the Allied People’s Movement (APM) presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, Seyi Makinde, will on Friday inaugurate the party’s Oyo State Presidential and Governorship Campaign Council as preparations intensified ahead of the polls. The inauguration is scheduled to take place in the conference room of the governor’s […] The post Makinde to unveil Oyo APM presidential, governorship campaign councils on Friday appeared first on Vanguard News.

He noted that an additional N3.19 trillion classified as "budget support" was obtained despite no such provision existing in the approved budget, with no clear disclosure of its source. The post Fiscal vandalism: Atiku raises alarm over Nigeria’s N12.62tr debt profile appeared first on Vanguard News.

FIFA plans to sell a stake in the business operations of the World Cup and its other competitions through the creation of a semi-private subsidiary. The post ‘Hands off our game,’ EU tells FIFA over private investor plans appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Otukpo Local Government Council has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew following the killing of over 22 persons in Tuesday's deadly attack on Efeyi Ugboju community in Otukpo Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue State. The post Benue: Otukpo imposes dusk-to-dawn curfew after Edeyi attack, protests appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Nigerian man, Obinwa Obichukwu has been sentenced to two years in prison after sexually assaulting a lone woman at Euston station in London. The post Nigerian man Obinwa Obichukwu jailed over sexual assault at UK train station appeared first on Vanguard News.

Veteran Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer said it is "very likely" he will retire at the end of the upcoming season. The post Manuel Neuer ‘very likely’ to retire at end of season appeared first on Vanguard News.

“I thanked him for making the resources available. I also told him that two of the evacuation batches were funded by private individuals,” he said. The post FG pursues compensation over South Africa attacks appeared first on Vanguard News.

He further claimed that Brazil's government, led by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, provided the largest share of the alleged funding behind the campaign. The post World Cup: Argentina president alleges US Democrats, Brazil financed ‘anti-Argentina’ campaign appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons suffered a shocking setback in their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) opener on Tuesday, falling 3-2 to debutants Malawi in their Group C clash. The post WAFCON: Why Super Falcons lost to Malawi — Okoronkwo appeared first on Vanguard News.

…Global PC shipments fall 4.9% to 68.2m units in Q2 2026By Juliet Ume For many Nigerians preparing for a new academic session, entrepreneurs running digital businesses and professionals working from home, owning a laptop is no longer a luxury. It has become an important tool for learning, work and running a business. However, buying one […] The post Why laptops may become more expensive in Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Dennis Agbo New Yam Festival is one of the most important and unifying cultural festivals celebrated in Ikem and by extension, throughout Igbo land. It is a significant annual event that brings together the sons and daughters of the community from different parts of the world. In-laws, friends, and well-wishers also return to celebrate […] The post How Ikem communities celebrate New Yam festival (ORUROEZHI) appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS—THE Lagos State Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, yesterday, assured residents that the waste backlog across the state will soon be a thing of the past. LAWMA’s Managing Director, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said this during the commissioning of the rehabilitated Road E and newly constructed disposal platforms at the Olusosun Disposal Facility, Ojota […] The post Refuse heaps ’ll disappear soon — LAWMA boss appeared first on Vanguard News.

…Allegations are baseless — Embattled Speaker By Dayo Johnson AKURE— THE crisis rocking the Ondo State House of Assembly has deepened as 21 of 26 lawmakers, yesterday, alleged that only four plenary sessions were held in seven months under the embattled Speaker, Mr Olamide Oladiji. The aggrieved lawmakers have suspended legislative business and asked the […] The post Ondo Assembly crisis: We only sat 4 times in 7 months — Aggrieved lawmakers appeared first on Vanguard News.

…Their allegation is false — IghodaroBy Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY—TWO men, Collins Agbonbaye and Pastor Ojo Perfect, have accused an Edo State realtor, Nosa Ighodaro, of collecting more than N30 million to facilitate travel documents and work permits for Canada. The complainants alleged that they were introduced to Ighodaro separately and later met while preparing […] The post Two seek refund, prosecution over alleged Canada travel documents scam appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Naira opened trading on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, maintaining relative stability against the United States dollar across both the official Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and the parallel market. The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, July 29, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Peter Egwuatu AVA Capital Plc, an integrated financial services group with operations in investment banking, asset management, securities trading and trusteeship, is set to list on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) by way of Listing by Introduction on Friday. According to a statement made available to Vanguard, the listing is a strategic transition into the […] The post AVA Capital set for NGX listing to strengthen market visibility appeared first on Vanguard News.

•Expert blames weak power market, poor gas monetisation incentives  By Ediri Ejoh Despite the Federal Government’s gas flaring penalties and efforts to curb the practice, Nigeria lost an estimated 62,400 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of potential electricity generation from flared gas between 2024 and 2025, representing an 18.6 per cent increase from 50,800 GWh recorded during 2022 and […] The post Nigeria loses 62,400GWh electricity as gas flaring rises 18.6%  appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Udeme Akpan Petrol depot prices declined across major supply centres  yesterday  as marketers implemented fresh price cuts, signalling increased competition in the downstream petroleum market. An analysis of the mid-day depot price report showed that most major depots in Lagos, Warri, Calabar and Port Harcourt either reduced their prices or maintained existing rates, with no […] The post Petrol depot prices drop as marketers slash rates by up to N23/litre  appeared first on Vanguard News.

FIFA has told member associations they will each receive $40 million if they back a plan to sell stakes in major competitions -- but they must sign up by September 19. The post FIFA issues deadline to members over plan to sell $4 bn stake appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian singer Mayorkun has reunited with Afrobeats superstar Davido on a new song, “B4 B4”, ahead of its release on July 31. The post Mayorkun reunites with Davido on new song ‘B4 B4’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate Sheba has playfully criticised fellow housemate Tram's flirting skills after revealing that she never realised he had been trying to woo her. The post BBNaija: ‘Step up your game’ – Sheba mocks Tram’s ‘toasting’ skills appeared first on Vanguard News.

Brazilian football star Neymar Jr. has officially announced his retirement from international football, ending a 16-year career with the Seleção following the country's exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The post ‘My time with Brazil is over’ – Neymar retires from int’l football appeared first on Vanguard News.

Canada-based Nigerian cleric, Prophetess Ezinne Maryjane Nwanorue, has released a public video apology to her husband, Franklin Chimaobim Nwanorue, following severe public backlash over a Facebook post where she celebrated the death of her late mother-in-law, Comfort Chika Nwanorue. The post ‘I’m sorry’, Viral Canada-based wife apologises to husband after celebrating mother-in-law’s death appeared first on Vanguard News.

The development comes amid reports by BBC Hausa that many people were feared killed during the violence, although the exact casualty figure had yet to be officially confirmed as of the time of filing this report. The post Many Feared Dead as Illegal Miners Clash in Birnin Gwari, BEPU Demands Probe appeared first on Vanguard News.

Durov, 41, lives in France, where he has also faced legal issues over allegations concerning the spread of illegal content on Telegram. The post Russia seeks arrest of Telegram founder Durov appeared first on Vanguard News.

The English Premier League, EPL in coordination with the International Football Association Board (IFAB) and the Football Association (FA), has introduced a suite of mandatory law changes and refereeing guidelines ahead of the 2026/27 season. The post Full List: New EPL rules to be introduced in 2026/27 season appeared first on Vanguard News.

American engineer and educator broke a centuries-old record when he returned to his former college as a faculty member before his 19th birthday. The post Meet Nathan Thomas, world’s youngest professor at 18 appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ghana is mourning the death of Sulemana Abdul Samed, widely regarded as the country’s tallest man, who died on Monday at the age of 33 after battling complications linked to Marfan syndrome. Samed, popularly known as Awuche, passed away at the Tamale Teaching Hospital in northern Ghana, where he had been receiving treatment for infected […] The post Sulemana Abdul Samed, Ghana’s tallest man, dies at 33 appeared first on Vanguard News.

“The president has told us several times the economy is turning the corner. We now know that the economy has turned the corner,” Idris said. The post Our economy, security improving – Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.

…Contractor abandoned site after earthworksBy Chinedu Adonu For the people of Amufie, Ugbaike and Inyi communities in Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area of Enugu State, the deplorable state of the major road linking them is a source of serious concern. It is negatively affecting their social and economic life. Rather than being a source of […] The post Forgotten Enugu communities lament the deplorable condition of their link road appeared first on Vanguard News.

…We have tried, they are beyond our capacity to handle …Intervention is on the way -Abia GovernmentBy Steve Oko EROSION-threatened communities in Abia State have sent an urgent save our soul appeals to both the federal and state governments for help over an existential threat posed by dangerous gully erosion ravaging their ancestral homes. The […] The post Abia communities cry out over devastating erosion menace, seek urgent Govt intervention appeared first on Vanguard News.

…Ooni seeks peaceful, credible pollBy Shina Abubakar OSOGBO — NATIONAL Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN, yesterday, described the Osun election as the most consequential off-cycle poll because it will serve as a mirror for the 2027 general elections. Prof. Amupitan was at the palace of the Ooni of […] The post Osun election, most consequential off-cycle election — INEC chairman appeared first on Vanguard News.

ABUJA – President Bola Tinubu yesterday, assured that the ongoing restructuring of security operations and institutions will deliver victory over terrorism, banditry and kidnappings across the country. Receiving the leadership of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria, CBCN, led by its President, Most Rev. Matthew Ndagoso, at the State House, President Tinubu emphasised that Nigeria’s […] The post Tinubu to Catholic Bishops: We’re stabilising Nigeria, prosperity on horizon appeared first...

Gunmen have abducted an employee of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, and demanded a N40 million ransom after carrying out separate attacks along the Ebenebe axis of Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra State. The incident was reported by security analyst, Zagazola Makama. According to the report, Christy Nkiru Okeke, an INEC employee, […] The post Gunmen abduct INEC staff in Anambra, shoot businessman, demand N40m appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian Publishers Association (NPA) has said the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council’s (NERDC) reduction of textbook assessment and ranking fees does not address the fundamental concerns surrounding the controversial book ranking policy. In a statement issued on Tuesday by its Executive Secretary, Rotimi Iyiola, the association said although the fee reduction acknowledged stakeholders’ […] The post Publishers say NERDC’s textbook fee cut fails to address core concerns ...

By Godwin Oritse Members of the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA) have threatened to stage a protest over the alleged manipulation of ship manifests by some shipping companies, warning that they will expose those responsible if urgent action is not taken.  The agents said the practice could disrupt port operations and further weaken the […] The post Customs agents threaten protest over alleged manifest manipulation by shipping firms appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Peter Egwuatu The National Assembly has commended the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for strengthening its fiscal sustainability through improved revenue generation and prudent cost management. Deputy Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Finance, Hon. Saeed Musa Abdullahi, gave the commendation during the 2026 Revenue Monitoring Exercise with the Commission in Abuja. Addressing […] The post NASS commends SEC on fiscal sustainability, revenue growth appeared first...

By Babajide Komolafe Nigeria has lost nearly half of its dollar millionaires over the past decade, with the population of high-net-worth individuals falling by 47 per cent between 2015 and 2025, according to the 2025 Africa Wealth Report by Henley & Partners in collaboration with New World Wealth. Despite the sharp erosion in private wealth, Nigeria […] The post Nigeria loses 47% of dollar millionaires, retains 4th position in Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.

“The Trump administration has no higher priority than the safety and security of Americans, and the State Department will continue to provide Americans with appropriate consular services and assistance at diplomatic posts around the world,” the statement read. The post Full list: US to discontinue visa services in Abuja, 24 other African cities appeared first on Vanguard News.

As part of the third anniversary of President Bola Tinubu, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has approved the promotion of 3,592 civil servants following the successful conclusion of the 2025 promotion exercise conducted by the FCT Civil Service Commission. The post Tinubu’s 3rd anniversary: Wike approves promotion of 3,592 FCT civil servants appeared first on Vanguard News.

"When we questioned him, he told us the phone was at Naraguta Hostel beside a tree. We went there and searched but did not find it. The post Mob killing: We beat UNIJOS student to recover missing phone – Suspects appeared first on Vanguard News.

England's Football Association said Wednesday it was "deeply concerned about the lack of process and governance" after FIFA confirmed plans to sell stakes in its major competitions. The post English FA says ‘deeply concerned’ over FIFA plans appeared first on Vanguard News.

Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has named the Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr Nureni Adeniran, as his presidential campaign coordinator in the state. The post Makinde picks Adeniran as APM presidential campaign coordinator in Oyo appeared first on Vanguard News.

“I’m ready, but I won’t give them a red carpet. I won’t offer them the leash to tie me and rope me. No, we wrestle each other to the finishing point,” Tinubu said. The post 2027: ‘I won’t let you tie me down; we’ll wrestle to finish’ – Tinubu warns opposition appeared first on Vanguard News.

"The newly established Divisions will immediately commence operations, in the respective locations, on attainment of Initial Operational Capability (IOC) while deliberate measures are being implemented to progressively attain Full Operational Capability (FOC). The post COAS appoints GOCs for new Army divisions appeared first on Vanguard News.

…Extends medical outreach to nomadic school By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — Moved by the plight of a baby born without anus, former Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has vowed to bear the full cost of the child’s treatment, declaring that poverty should never condemn any child to death. The former […] The post Baby born without anus gets lifeline as Onyejeocha vows to foot ₦5m surgery bill appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has condemned the alleged killing of a Nigerian national by members of the South African Police Service, describing the incident as disturbing and calling for urgent action to end attacks on Nigerians in the country. In a statement shared on his Facebook page, Fani-Kayode said he watched what he […] The post Fani-Kayode condemns alleged killing of Nigerian by South African Police, demands justice appeared first on Vanguard News.

US and Saudi warplanes carried out strikes on Tuesday against Iran-backed militants in Iraq who launched more than two dozen drone attacks in recent days, the US military said. The post US, Saudi forces strike Iran-backed groups in Iraq appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Juliet Umeh & Islamiyyah Adekanbi For more than two dec-ades, Nigeria’s telecommunications operators have powered one of the country’s biggest economic success stories, connecting millions of people, driving financial inclusion and providing the digital infrastructure that supports banking, education, healthcare, commerce and governance. However, they have come out to demand stronger government support, policy […] The post Telecom operators seek stronger infrastructure protection to sustai...

…Nwifuru, stakeholders stress need for peace, unity, urge sustainable cultureBy Jeff Agbodo On Monday, July 6, 2026, the Ezekiel Cultural Civic Centre in Onueke was abuzz with excitement when the people marked the grand finale of the Oke-aku festival with pomp and pageantry. Oke-aku in Ezza land marks the end of the old yam harvest […] The post Oke-Aku, a celebration that unites Ezza people of Ebonyi appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Cynthia Alo There are indications that farmers may have suffered huge losses following recent heavy rains that created flooding of farmlands across the country. Vanguard AgroBiz findings reveal that many farmers across the country are now battling with the impact on survival of their farming businesses. The situation may worsen as the Nigeria Hydrological […] The post Farmers in tale of woes over flooding appeared first on Vanguard News.

IBADAN— YORUBA Nation activist, Mr Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has narrated how he escaped from operatives of the Department of State Services during the controversial raid on his Ibadan residence in July 2021. Recall, the DSS invaded Igboho’s Soka residence in Ibadan, Oyo State, in the early hours of July 1, 2021, […] The post How I escaped when DSS invaded my home in 2021 — Sunday Igboho appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Vincent Ujumadu & Juliet Umeh The Anambra State Government has expressed fears that more occupants may still be trapped beneath the rubble of the collapsed three-storey students’ hostel , saying rescue operations will continue until every missing person is accounted for. Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Mr. Chijioke Ojukwu, disclosed this while […] The post Hostel Collapse: Missing occupants may still be under debris — Anambra Govt appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Obetta The South East Council of Traditional Rulers has formally replaced the controversial Eze Ndigbo title for Igbo leaders outside the South-East with ‘Onyendu Ndigbo,’ in a move aimed at resolving longstanding disputes over the legitimacy of diaspora traditional leadership. The decision, implemented through the Committee on the Regularisation of Igbo Diaspora Traditional […] The post S-East monarchs replace controversial Eze Ndigbo title appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Innocent Anaba A Federal High Court in Lagos has set aside a directive by the House of Representatives Committee ordering Seplat Energy Producing Nigeria Unlimited, SEPNU, to pay N72.624 billion as compensation to communities over alleged oil spill incidents, holding that the National Assembly exceeded its constitutional powers. The court held that the directive […] The post Court voids Reps’ N72.6bn compensation directive against Seplat, says judicial powers usurped appeared first on Vang...

•Urges more predictable regulatory environment By Yinka Kolawole  The Lagos Chamber of  Commerce and Industry, LCCI, has warned that Nigeria risks losing its position as Africa’s leading technology hub unless the government accelerates policy reforms, expands digital infrastructure and creates a more predictable regulatory environment to attract investment. Speaking at the opening of the 12th […] The post Nigeria risks losing Africa’s tech investment edge, LCCI warns appeared first on Vanguar...

•Move to deepen Africa’s debt markets, boost credit transparency By Babajide Komolafe S&P Global has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Agusto & Company Limited, a leading Pan-African credit rating agency, in a move aimed at strengthening its presence in Africa’s domestic debt markets and enhancing credit transparency across the continent. The transaction, which is […] The post S&P Global buys majority stake in Nigeria’s  Agusto & Co appeared first on Vanguard News.

…as mob kills Unijos graduate over alleged phone theft By Kingsley Omonobi & Golok Nanmwa Gunmen have killed a serving Nigerian military officer of the Nigerian Army Intelligence Corp, Colonel Abdussalam Ude at his residence in the Kurudu area of Abuja. This came as the Plateau State Police Command has arrested three suspects over the alleged […] The post Gunmen kill Army Colonel in Abuja, shot wife appeared first on Vanguard News.