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• Digital infrastructure key to economic growth, service delivery — Akume

  17-06-2026 22:08 via vanguardngr.com
  By Progress GodfreyABUJA — The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Dr George Akume has said digital infrastructure remains critical to driving economic growth and improving public service delivery in Nigeria.Akume spoke in Abuja on Wednesday at the Digital Transformation Summit held as part of activities marking the 20th anniversary of Galaxy Backbone, with the theme, “Powering Nigeria’s Digital Future.”He said the future of governance, economic competit
  
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• FG eyes 40m homes, N600bn as digital switch over takes off

  17-06-2026 22:06 via vanguardngr.com
  By Progress GodfreyABUJA – The Federal Government has launched Nigeria’s Digital Switch Over programme, aiming to reach 40 million homes and unlock over N600bn in economic value as the country moves from analogue to digital television broadcasting.The rollout, in Abuja on Wednesday, marks a major shift in Nigeria’s broadcast system after years of delays, with officials saying it would expand access to quality television, create jobs and improve information delivery nationwide.
  
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• UNILAG assures students’ safety amid suspected dia outbreak

  17-06-2026 22:00 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ifunanya NdigweSuspected outbreak of diarrhoea has been noticed in some hostels at the University of Lagos, with some students said to be vomiting and stooling.
  The outbreak is said to be rampant at Moremi Hall, one of the female hostels on campus.
  Checks by our reporter and even comments by students on social media, indicated that some students are also showing signs of fever.
  A concerned parent, who sent a save-our souls message to our reporter, said “Please dear ones, my daughter in
  
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• Amazon founder Bezos says AI will create jobs rather than replace workers

  17-06-2026 21:57 via vanguardngr.com
  Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has dismissed fears that artificial intelligence will make humans obsolete, arguing instead that the technology will increase demand for workers and create new opportunities.Speaking at the VivaTech conference in Paris, Jeff Bezos pushed back against warnings from experts and policymakers who believe AI could lead to widespread job losses. He maintained that the technology would help remove barriers to growth and ultimately boost the need for human labour.“I know
  
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• 5 talking points as DR Congo frustrate Portugal in historic World Cup draw

  17-06-2026 21:25 via vanguardngr.com
  Cristiano Ronaldo’s bid to mark his record-equalling sixth World Cup appearance with victory fell flat as Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by the DR Congo on Wednesday.
  Joao Neves gave the Europeans an early lead before Yoane Wissa’s historic strike earned the Congolese their first-ever goal and point at the finals. Here are five key talking points from the Group K encounter.1. DR Congo’s long-awaited return delivered historyPlaying at their first World Cup since 1974, when th
  
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• PDP receives Iyabo Obasanjo, unveils her as Ogun Central Senatorial candidate

  17-06-2026 21:19 via vanguardngr.com
  By James OgunnaikeThe Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State on Wednesday formally received former Senator, Iyabo Obasanjo, into its fold and immediately presented her with the party’s flag as its senatorial candidate for Ogun Central, ahead of the forthcoming elections.The development is viewed as a major boost to the PDP’s growing influence and acceptance across Ogun State, particularly in Ogun Central Senatorial District.Political observers believe that Obasanjo’s ret
  
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• Ronaldo kept quiet as DR Congo hold Portugal to 1-1 draw

  17-06-2026 21:08 via vanguardngr.com
  Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by the Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday as Cristiano Ronaldo played in a record-equalling sixth World Cup.Joao Neves opened the scoring in the first half in Houston but Yoane Wissa equalized in first-half injury time to give the Congolese their first ever World Cup point
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• South Africa’s Zwane handed three-match ban after red card against Mexico

  17-06-2026 20:59 via vanguardngr.com
  South Africa midfielder Themba Zwane has been handed an extended three-match suspension following his red card in last week’s World Cup opener against Mexico, FIFA announced on Wednesday.Zwane was sent off late in South Africa’s 2-0 defeat to Mexico at the Azteca Stadium after striking defender Roberto Alvarado in the face. Bafana Bafana had already been reduced to 10 men following the earlier dismissal of midfielder Sphephelo Sithole, and ended the match with nine players.The 36-ye
  
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• Sub-nationals must drive Nigeria’s investment, tourism growth – Shettima

  17-06-2026 20:49 via vanguardngr.com
  —Says new national compendium will help states convert assets into jobs, capital, productivityBy Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — THE Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has said Nigeria’s next phase of economic expansion will depend largely on the ability of states to properly document their assets, attract investment, grow tourism and convert local potential into jobs and shared prosperity.Accordingly, he charged state governments to move from documentation to implementation
  
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• INEC uploads Gombe as SDP National Chairman, party hails move

  17-06-2026 20:34 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry UmoruABUJA — The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has uploaded the name of Professor Sadiq Abubakar Gombe as the National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), in compliance with a Supreme Court judgment affirming the party’s autonomy in managing its internal affairs.With the development, Professor Gombe replaces Shehu Musa Gabam, the party’s expelled national chairman, whose name had earlier been restored by INEC based on a Court of Appeal ju
  
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• Nigerian man jailed after storing over 50 bags of human faeces outside home

  17-06-2026 20:22 via vanguardngr.com
  A court in northern Nigeria has sentenced a man to two weeks in prison after neighbours complained that he had been storing dozens of bags of human faeces outside his home, creating a stench they said made daily life unbearable.Mohammed Saidu was arraigned in Kano after residents alerted environmental officials to the offensive smell coming from his property.
  Magistrate Halima Wali ordered that he be detained for 14 days and fined 100,000 naira, describing his conduct as highly inconsiderate an
  
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• El-Rufai support group hires US Lobbyists over ICPC trial

  17-06-2026 20:20 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA — The El-Rufai Support Group Association, ERSGA, has hired a United States-based advocacy firm to lead an international campaign over the ongoing trial of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir el-Rufai.The group said the move was intended to draw international attention to what it described as concerns over due process and judicial independence in the handling of the case against the former governor.In a statement, Mohammed Salihu, ERSGA’s Director of Strateg
  
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• South-East Youths condemn alleged SEDC ‘Media Trial’, reaffirm confidence in Okoye

  17-06-2026 20:13 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dennis AgboENUGU — The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), South-East Zone, has criticized the Senate Committee on the South East Development Commission (SEDC) over what it described as a “media trial” of the commission’s leadership during a recent appearance before the National Assembly.The group expressed concern over the committee’s treatment of the Managing Director of the SEDC, Dr. Mark Okoye, describing the exercise as a scripted attack disguised as
  
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• Secondus accuses ruling party of fearing 2027 polls, seeking ‘Coronation’

  17-06-2026 19:59 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA — Former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Prince Uche Secondus, has accused the ruling government of using the judiciary to weaken opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general election.Secondus made the allegation while reacting to a recent Federal High Court judgment by Justice Peter Lifu ordering the deregistration of some political parties, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC).In a statement made available to journalists in
  
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• PenCom, NURTW to enroll 9m transport workers in pension scheme

  17-06-2026 19:33 via vanguardngr.com
  Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefABUJA—The National Pension Commission (PenCom), has commenced discussions with the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), on a partnership aimed at bringing an estimated nine million transport workers into the Personal Pension Plan (PPP), under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS).The proposed collaboration was unveiled during a courtesy visit by the National President of NURTW, Musiliu Akinsanya, to the Director-General of PenCom, Omolola Oloworar
  
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• FG allocates new crude oil terminals to Swede Control Intertek

  17-06-2026 19:24 via vanguardngr.com
  By Elizabeth AdegbesanThe Federal Government, through the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has announced the allocation of two additional crude oil terminals to Swede Control Intertek Limited, a Pre-shipment Inspection Agent.The decision was contained in a statement signed by the Director of the CBN’s Trade and Exchange Department, Aderinola Shonekan.According to the apex bank, the newly allocated terminals are the Cawthorne and Okwok terminals.The CBN said the allocation is part of ongoing
  
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• Police arrest man over alleged murder of married lover in Anambra

  17-06-2026 19:21 via vanguardngr.com
  By Florencemary NwabuezeThe Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 26-year-old man, Thankgod Ikwugwara, over the alleged murder of his married lover three months ago in Oraifite, Ekwusigo Local Government Area of the state.The deceased, a 33-year-old woman whose identity was withheld, was reported missing on March 13, 2026, by her mother at the Oraifite Divisional Police Headquarters. Her lifeless body was later discovered the following day inside a culvert near Jesus Bus Stop, Oraifite.Po
  
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• One killed, two injured as MACBAN alleges attack on Fulani travellers in Benue

  17-06-2026 19:20 via vanguardngr.com
  By Peter Duru, MakurdiThe Benue State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has condemned the alleged attack on four Fulani men in Okpokwu Local Government Area, calling on security agencies to arrest those responsible and ensure justice.In a statement signed by its chairman, Ardo Risku Muhammad, MACBAN said the victims were attacked on June 10, 2026, while travelling from Benue State to Onitsha to visit relatives.The association alleged that the incident
  
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• NiDCOM hails Bukola Babajide as UK honours her with MBE for tech, inclusion work

  17-06-2026 19:14 via vanguardngr.com
  By Nkiruka NnoromThe Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, NiDCOM, has hailed entrepreneur and technology leader, Olubukola Moyo Babajide, following her appointment as a Member of the Order of the British Empire, MBE, by King Charles III.
  Babajide, founder of Crystal Options Ltd. and Female Techpreneur, was named on the King’s Birthday Honours List for her contributions to technology, business and inclusion in the UK and beyond.
  NiDCOM Chairman/CEO, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said the honour wa
  
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• Full list of Samsung phones, devices to receive One UI 9 update

  17-06-2026 19:13 via vanguardngr.com
  Samsung next major software evolution is officially on the horizon. Built on top of Google’s freshly minted Android 17 framework, One UI 9 is gearing up for a massive global rollout to phones.The software officially kicked off its public beta program on May 13, 2026, starting with the flagship Galaxy S26 series.
  While Samsung has kept tight-lipped about an official launch date, industry reports from Korean outlets Seoul Economic Daily and Korea Economic TV strongly point toward a stable r
  
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• Peter Obi refutes rumours of division in Obidient Movement

  17-06-2026 19:12 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry Umoru, AbujaThe Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the 2027 general elections, Peter Obi, has dismissed reports suggesting internal divisions within his supporters, popularly known as the “Obidient Movement.”Obi said the claims of disunity were false and insisted that the movement remains intact and united.In a statement issued in Abuja and signed by Ibrahim Umar, spokesman for Peter Obi, the allegations of a split within the movement w
  
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• Plateau to install 5,000 surveillance cameras, deploy drones — SSG

  17-06-2026 19:10 via vanguardngr.com
  By Golok Nanmwa, JosThe Plateau State Government says it plans to install about 5,000 surveillance cameras, deploy drones, and establish a command-and-control centre as part of efforts to strengthen security and improve real-time monitoring across the state.The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Arch. Samuel Jatau, disclosed this on Wednesday in Jos while briefing journalists on the policies and governance direction of Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s administration.Jatau said the initiati
  
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• NNPC renews Methane reduction deal with TotalEnergies for 2 more years

  17-06-2026 19:04 via vanguardngr.com
  By Obas Esiedesa, AbujaThe Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has renewed its partnership with TotalEnergies for another 24 months to continue deploying advanced methane detection technology across its upstream operations, in a bid to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support its decarbonisation targets.The agreement extends the use of the Airborne Ultralight Spectrometer for Environmental Applications (AUSEA), a drone-based system designed to detect, measure and help red
  
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• Nigeria can raise oil output to 1.9m bpd — NUPRC

  17-06-2026 19:01 via vanguardngr.com
  By Obas Esiedesa, AbujaThe Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has expressed confidence that Nigeria can increase crude oil production to 1.9 million barrels per day (bpd), following recent gains that pushed output to a peak of 1.86 million bpd in May.The Commission Chief Executive, Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, disclosed this on Wednesday during a meeting with the Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, at the NRS headquarters in Abuja.In a statement
  
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• Mother of Cape Verde’s Vozinha gets US visa to attend next World Cup match

  17-06-2026 19:01 via vanguardngr.com
  The mother of Cape Verde’s breakout star goalkeeper, Vozinha, has successfully been granted a visa to enter the United States.
  The breakthrough ensures she will arrive in time for her 40-year-old son’s next World Cup match, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced Wednesday.Vozinha became an early sensation of the World Cup tournament after delivering a spectacular seven-save performance to secure a 0-0 draw against powerhouse Spain—a team heavily expected to rout the
  
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• Rule of Law must prevail over political desperation, SAN tells FG

  17-06-2026 18:53 via vanguardngr.com
  By James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaA Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Mr. Musibau Adetunmbi, has urged the Federal Government to prioritise the rule of law over political considerations, warning that desperation for power could weaken democratic institutions and governance.Adetunmbi, who is lead counsel to the Accord Party, made the call on Wednesday during an interview on Frontline, a current affairs programme on Eagle 102.5 FM, Ilese-Ijebu, Ogun State.He stressed that respect for the rule of law re
  
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• Hezbollah chief hails Iran’s ‘great victory’ after deal with US

  17-06-2026 18:46 via vanguardngr.com
  Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem said Wednesday that an understanding reached between Tehran and Washington to end the regional war was a “great victory”, and urged Lebanon to seize the moment to expel Israeli forces.“We congratulate the Iranian people, the resistance and the countries and peoples of the region and the world who yearn for independence and freedom on this great victory,” Qassem said in a televised address, urging Lebanon to “benefit from this pivotal poi
  
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• Marketers retain high petrol prices despite Dangote Refinery reduction

  17-06-2026 18:41 via vanguardngr.com
  By Obas Esiedesa, AbujaFuel marketers across Abuja on Wednesday continued to sell Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, at old prices more than 24 hours after the Dangote Petroleum Refinery announced a reduction in its ex-depot price.Checks showed that major retail outlets had yet to adjust their pump prices despite the refinery’s N75 per litre reduction announced earlier in the week.At stations visited in the Federal Capital Territory, the Nigerian National Petroleum Com
  
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• Ogun residents protest collapsing bridge, appeal to Abiodun for urgent intervention

  17-06-2026 18:35 via vanguardngr.com
  By James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaResidents of Sodeke-Titun Ilupeju, Oke Odo, and 22 other communities in the Sabo area of Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun State on Wednesday staged a peaceful protest over the deteriorating condition of a bridge linking their communities to the Lafenwa-Sabo axis.The protesters urged Governor Dapo Abiodun to urgently intervene to prevent the total collapse of the only access bridge serving the affected communities.Carrying placards with inscriptions such a
  
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• London court acquits Alison-Madueke of all corruption charges

  17-06-2026 18:26 via vanguardngr.com
  Diezani Alison-Madueke, the former Minister of Petroleum Resources, was on Wednesday acquitted by a London jury of six bribery charges, after ‌a rare corruption trial of a high-profile former energy official.Read Also: Diezani Alison-Madueke arrested in LondonAlison-Madueke was minister between 2010 and 2015 under then-president Goodluck Jonathan. She stood trial ​charged with five counts of accepting bribes and a ​charge of conspiracy to commit bribery, which she denied.Prosec
  
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• Nigeria’s current account surplus rises 46% to $4.98bn

  17-06-2026 18:22 via vanguardngr.com
  By Elizabeth AdegbesanThe Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said the country’s current account surplus rose by 46 percent year-on-year to $4.98 billion in the first quarter of 2026 (Q1’26).The apex bank disclosed this in its Balance of Payments (BoP) report for the period, noting that the surplus also increased by 255.7 percent quarter-on-quarter from $1.4 billion in Q4’25.According to the report, provisional balance of payments statistics showed that the $4.98 billion surplus
  
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• World Cup: Tuchel, Vinicius, others raise concern over heat, cooling breaks

  17-06-2026 18:14 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeThe impact of heat and mandatory hydration breaks has emerged as one of the biggest talking points at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, with England manager Thomas Tuchel and France midfielder Adrien Rabiot among the latest high-profile figures to voice concerns.Speaking ahead of England’s opening Group L clash against Croatia, Tuchel insisted he would not alter his team’s playing style because of the challenging conditions, despite temperatures exceeding 30°
  
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• ADC moves to reconcile aggrieved members in Rivers

  17-06-2026 18:10 via vanguardngr.com
  By Davies Iheamnachor, Port HarcourtThe African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State has begun moves to reconcile aggrieved members following internal disputes that emerged after its recent primary elections.The crisis reportedly led to factional divisions within the party, including the emergence of two governorship candidates.To address the situation, the party on Wednesday inaugurated a Peace and Reconciliation Committee in Port Harcourt to promote unity, inclusiveness, and internal coh
  
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• Dickson, Obi, Kwankwaso to lead NDC campaign rally in Nasarawa

  17-06-2026 18:06 via vanguardngr.com
  By Edwin PhilipLeaders of the Nigeria Democratic Party (NDC), including Sen. Seriake Dickson, presidential candidate Peter Obi, and his running mate Dr. Rabiu Kwankwaso, are expected in Akwanga on Thursday for the grand finale of the party’s campaign rally ahead of the Nasarawa North senatorial by-election scheduled for June 20, 2026.The NDC State Chairman, Hon. Dogo Shammah, disclosed this during a State Working Committee meeting held on Wednesday at Savannah Hotel, Lafia, the Nasarawa S
  
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• Army rescues five kidnap victims in Kogi forest operation

  17-06-2026 18:02 via vanguardngr.com
  By Boluwaji Obahopo, LokojaTroops of the 12 Brigade, Nigerian Army under the 2 Division, have rescued five kidnapped victims abandoned by fleeing bandits during sustained counter-terrorism operations in forested areas of Kogi State.The Commanding Officer of 126 Battalion, Lt. Col. Francis Nwoffiah, disclosed this on Wednesday at the 12 Brigade Headquarters in Lokoja.He said the rescue took place on Tuesday, June 17, when troops from the Forward Operating Base, Oshokoshoko, mounted a blocking op
  
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• World Cup: Why DR Congo’s famous statue fan won’t be available for opener

  17-06-2026 17:58 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabDR Congo’s iconic supporter Lumumba Vea will not be in the stands for the Leopards’ FIFA World Cup clash against Portugal after travel clearance delays prevented him from joining the team in time.Michel Kuka Mboladinga, popularly known as Lumumba Vea, rose to international fame during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for his statue-like support of the Congolese national team, standing motionless throughout matches in tribute to independence hero Patrice Lumumba.The
  
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• ACF condemns alleged ethnic profiling, threatened deportation of Northern women in Ondo

  17-06-2026 17:58 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoThe Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has condemned the alleged arrest, ethnic profiling, and threatened deportation of some Northern women by operatives of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun, describing the action as unconstitutional and discriminatory.In a statement issued by its Board of Trustees Chairman, Alhaji Bashir M. Dalhatu, the Forum said it was disturbed by a viral video allegedly showing Amotekun operatives arresting, profiling, and pu
  
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• ‘Judicial rascality’ move to deregister ADC echoes June 12 annulment – Olajuyigbe

  17-06-2026 17:56 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayobami OkerindeExecutive Director of Emergency and Risk Alert Initiative, Gbenro Olajuyigbe, has likened the legal battle to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties to the judicial processes that culminated in the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election.Speaking on ‘Vanguard Today in the News’ on Wednesday, Olajuyigbe alleged that the judiciary was again being used to advance political interests. He warned that attempts to w
  
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• PVC Registration: Applicants decry long waits at INEC FCT Office

  17-06-2026 17:50 via vanguardngr.com
  …As INEC Records Nearly 14,000 Registrations, Cites Shortage of MachinesBy Favour Ulebor, AbujaProspective voters in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have expressed frustration over long waiting hours, overcrowding, and delays at the Abuja office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) during the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise.The complaints come as the third and final physical phase of the CVR, which began on May 11, is expected to end on July 10
  
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• NAF airlifts electoral materials for Ekiti governorship, by-elections nationwide

  17-06-2026 17:46 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has successfully airlifted sensitive electoral materials ahead of the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election and several senatorial and federal constituency by-elections scheduled for June 20, 2026.The exercise was carried out between June 15 and 16, 2026, at the request of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), as part of preparations to ensure the secure and timely distribution of election materials across the country.Director of
  
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• ADC chieftain faults Kenneth Okonkwo over criticism of Amaechi as Atiku’s running mate

  17-06-2026 17:42 via vanguardngr.com
  By Daniel Abia, Port HarcourtA chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has criticised actor-turned-politician, Kenneth Okonkwo, over his opposition to the reported choice of former Rivers State Governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Amaechi, as running mate to ADC presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, ahead of the 2027 elections.Eze said he was not surprised by Okonkwo’s position, describing it as “unfortunate,” f
  
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• Why I’m not thinking about marriage yet — Bloody Civilian

  17-06-2026 17:35 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeNigerian singer Emoseh Khamofu, popularly known as Bloody Civilian, has revealed why marriage is currently not part of her plans despite repeated questions from family members about her future.The 26-year-old artiste made the disclosure while speaking on a recent episode of the Not Just On podcast after being asked: “What is one thing your family still does not get about your life as an artiste?”Responding, Bloody Civilian said her career has influenced the way
  
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• EFCC witness clears ex-Kwara Governor of direct receipt in N5.78bn SUBEB case

  17-06-2026 17:34 via vanguardngr.com
  By Demola Akinyemi, IlorinAn Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) investigator, Stanley Ujilibo, has told an Ilorin High Court that former Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed, did not directly receive any part of the alleged N5.78 billion State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) funds under investigation.Ujilibo, who testified on Wednesday as the sixth prosecution witness (PW6), made the disclosure during cross-examination in the ongoing trial of the former governor an
  
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• Okpebholo is positioning Edo as oil, gas investment hub — Commissioner

  17-06-2026 17:29 via vanguardngr.com
  By Matthew JohnsonEdo State Commissioner for Oil and Gas, Mr. Andrew Momodu, has said the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo is positioning the state as a viable destination for investment in the oil and gas sector through policies aimed at driving growth, innovation and economic diversification.Momodu who spoke during a courtesy visit by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Market Affairs in Benin Mrs. Ikharo Juliana who led a delegation of heads of various market women popularly kn
  
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• INEC begins distribution of sensitive materials for Ondo south bye-election

  17-06-2026 17:23 via vanguardngr.com
  —673,446 voters, 4 parties to participate—-BVAS tested, backups ready– INECBy Dayo Johnson AkureThe Independent National Electoral Commission has commenced the distribution of sensitive election materials for the Ondo South Senatorial District bye-election scheduled for Saturday, June 20.The distribution, supervised by electoral officials, security agencies, and representatives of political parties, involved the deployment of ballot papers, result sheets, and other sensitive m
  
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• Kebbi Police arrest 4 suspected terrorist logistics suppliers

  17-06-2026 17:21 via vanguardngr.com
  By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin KebbiThe Kebbi State Police Command has arrested four suspected members of the Mamudawa group allegedly involved in supplying logistics to terrorists, following credible intelligence.The State Commissioner of Police, CP Umar Hajia, disclosed this during a press briefing on Wednesday.He said the suspects—Muhammadu Bandi, Aliyu Abubakar, and Muhammad Abubakar—were intercepted on a motorcycle while heading from Lolo town to procure food supplies for their group.
  
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• NBA blames Enugu Chief Judge over prolonged virtual Court Hearings

  17-06-2026 17:17 via vanguardngr.com
  …Demands Return to Physical SessionsBy Chinedu AdonuThe Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Nsukka and Obollo-Afor branches, has accused the Chief Judge of Enugu State, Justice Afojulu Raymond Ozoemena, of neglecting the concerns of lawyers, litigants, and court workers in Enugu North Senatorial District over prolonged virtual court hearings.The association said High Court judges assigned to the district have not conducted physical sittings for over three years, instead presiding over cases
  
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• Troops rescue 7 kidnapped victims in Zamfara, foil abduction attempts in Katsina

  17-06-2026 17:09 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiTroops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, have rescued seven kidnapped victims and foiled coordinated abduction attempts across Katsina and Zamfara States during sustained counter-terrorism operations in the North-West.Military authorities said the operations were part of ongoing search-and-rescue efforts aimed at dismantling terrorist and bandit networks in the region.According to the Military Information Officer, Lt. Col. Aliyu Danja, troops carried out an offensive on Ju
  
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• Adams, Alao urge Tinubu, Senate to fast-track state police bill

  17-06-2026 17:04 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dapo AkinrefonThe Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, and a Professor of History at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Prof. Akin Alao, have called for urgent security reforms and the speedy passage of the state police bill.They urged President Bola Tinubu and the Senate to fast-track the legislative process that would enable the establishment of state police across the country.This comes as the House of Representatives has already approved the establishment of state poli
  
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• South East ADC rejects Tinubu endorsement by Igbo governors

  17-06-2026 16:57 via vanguardngr.com
  …Says Ndigbo Will Not Reward Failure in 2027By Anayo OkoliENUGU — The South East chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has rejected the endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term by three Igbo governors during an APC rally held in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State.Governors Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State, and Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State had, while addressing the rally, endorsed President Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections
  
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