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• Create AI Videos With Flexible Aspect Ratios Through Seedance 2.0 Mini

  16-06-2026 14:21 via vanguardngr.com
  Today, video content is reaching audiences on a variety of platforms and devices. Each platform will have a recommended video size that will be best for its platform. Manual adaptation may be time-consuming and resource-intensive. Content distribution and consistency are made easier with flexible formatting. Pippit makes this easier as it enables multiple video layouts under one creative workflow. This helps creators to optimize content creation for platforms without compromising on visual qual
  
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• I am not desperate to be president – Peter Obi

  16-06-2026 19:53 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabThe Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate Peter Obi has said his political ambition is driven not by a desire to occupy Nigeria’s highest office, but by his determination to see the country work for its citizens.The former Labour Party presidential candidate spoke during an interview on the Nevon HQ podcast hosted by journalist and media personality Rufai Oseni.Obi said he is more concerned about fixing Nigeria’s challenges than pursuing power for hi
  
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• Lagos police debunk kidnap claim, say DCP Khan Salihu died after brief illness

  16-06-2026 19:48 via vanguardngr.com
  By Esther OnyegbulaThe Lagos State Police Command on Monday dismissed reports alleging that the late Deputy Commissioner of Police, DCP Khan Salihu, was kidnapped before his death, describing the publication as false, misleading and a complete fabrication.The Command said DCP Salihu was never abducted at any point prior to his demise, clarifying that the senior police officer died after a brief illness.In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, on behalf
  
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• Top 10 fastest smartphones of 2026

  16-06-2026 19:40 via vanguardngr.com
  The smartphone market in 2026 is more competitive than ever, with manufacturers racing to deliver faster processors, smarter artificial intelligence features, and better user experience.
  The following smartphones are among the fastest and most capable devices available this year.1. Samsung Galaxy S26 UltraThe Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra sits at the top of the rankings thanks to its powerful flagship processor, advanced AI features, and premium design. The device offers exceptional multitasking cap
  
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• ECOWAS Court moves to strengthen enforcement of judgments across Member States

  16-06-2026 19:39 via vanguardngr.com
  By Innocent AnabaThe Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, will convene the second meeting of Competent National Authorities, CNAs, as part of efforts to strengthen the enforcement of the Court’s judgments across member states.The three-day meeting, themed “From Commitment to Framework: Operationalising a Collaborative Architecture for the Enforcement of ECOWAS Court Judgments,” will bring together designated Competent National Au
  
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• Ex-Governor Ugwuanyi disowns claims of supporting PDP candidate

  16-06-2026 19:35 via vanguardngr.com
  …Reaffirms backing for APC’s Ikeje AsogwaFormer Governor of Enugu State, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has dismissed as false and misleading reports circulating on social media alleging that he is supporting the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, in the forthcoming Enugu North Senatorial District bye-election.
  In a statement personally signed by him, Ugwuanyi described the claim as fake news orchestrated by political mischief makers seeking to gain undue advantage ahead of the p
  
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• Customs intercepts two 40ft containers of expired drugs worth N12.8bn

  16-06-2026 19:32 via vanguardngr.com
  By Efe OnodjaeThe Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Apapa Area Command, has intercepted two 40-foot containers loaded with expired pharmaceutical products allegedly imported into the country for relabelling and circulation in the Nigerian market.The intelligence-led operation that also uncovered 1.8 tonnes of cannabis sativa, popularly known as “Canadian Loud.”The Customs Area Controller (CAC), Apapa Area Command, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, disclosed that the seizures were made follo
  
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• UK blacklists Nigerian firm over alleged Russia sanctions evasion

  16-06-2026 19:28 via vanguardngr.com
  By Nkiruka NnoromThe United Kingdom has sanctioned a Nigerian entity for alleged involvement in sanctions evasion linked to Russia’s war in Ukraine.
  The action was part of a new package of 70 sanctions announced by the UK yesterday targeting Russia’s shadow fleet, military procurement supply chains, and illicit finance networks used to circumvent restrictions.
  According to the UK government, the measures focus on third-country suppliers of military goods to Russia and financial acto
  
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• CVR: We don’t issue death certificates – INEC

  16-06-2026 19:12 via vanguardngr.com
  …Says, viral ‘Death Form’ row stems from registration officer’s errorBy Omeiza AjayiABUJA: The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has dismissed viral social media claims that its officials were distributing death certificates to citizens during the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration CVR, describing the incident as a procedural error by a registration officer that was easily misinterpreted in a politically charged climate.An INEC official, who spoke to Van
  
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• Breaking: Appeal Court suspends execution of judgment against ADC, 4 others

  16-06-2026 19:05 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ikechukwu NnochiriABUJA — The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered the stay of execution of the judgment that directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties.In a unanimous decision, a three-member panel of the appellate court led by Justice A. B. Mohammed, berated Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja for flouting an order it made on May 22, which directed him to suspend
  
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• Appeal Court suspends execution of judgment against ADC, 4 others

  16-06-2026 19:05 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ikechukwu Nnochiri, ABUJAThe Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered the stay of execution of the judgment that directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties.In a unanimous decision, a three-member panel of the appellate court led by Justice A. B. Mohammed, berated Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja for flouting an order it made on May 22, which directed him to suspend proceed
  
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• Warri Delineation: Itsekiri Faults Ijaw, Urhobo Interpretation Of Tinubu’s Intervention

  16-06-2026 19:03 via vanguardngr.com
  By Egufe Yafugborhi & Ochuko AkuophaASABA – The Itsekiri ethnic nationality has faulted what it calls “misleading interpretations” by Ijaw and Urhobo groups, of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s intervention in lingering differences over Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, ward delineation in Warri Federal Constituency, Delta State.In a statement Tuesday by Sir A. S. Mene, Secretary, Itsekiri Leaders of Thought and delegate to the presidential truce meeting,
  
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• Audit  Report: Senate clears Customs of N62.2billion under remittance

  16-06-2026 19:03 via vanguardngr.com
  * Sets up committee for reconciliation of 76 other queriesBy Henry UmoruABUJA- The Senate has vacated query of N62.2billion  underremittance slammed on the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) by the Office of the Auditor General of the Federation in the 2019 audit report.The clearance was carried out yesterday by the Senator Ibrahim Dankwabo, Gombe North, who led the Senate Committee on Public Accounts.The Committee, which held an investigative session on the entire 77 queries on financial infra
  
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• Abuja mass trial: FG secures 150 convictions of terrorists on 1st day

  16-06-2026 18:58 via vanguardngr.com
  The Federal Government secured 150 convictions out of 160 terrorism trials on the first day of the mass trial proceedings at the Federal High Court in Abuja.Mr Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), made this known on Tuesday while briefing newsmen at the Federal High Court in Abuja, in the ongoing trial of over 600 suspects being prosecuted for terrorism offences.“The exercise is still ongoing. It will continue today, tomorrow and on Thursday.“Yesterday,
  
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• Gunmen attack Plateau mining site, kill five

  16-06-2026 18:54 via vanguardngr.com
  By Golok NanmwaFive youths were reportedly killed on Tuesday afternoon after gunmen stormed a mining site in Gero Village, Gyel District of Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.The incident was said to have occurred at about 3pm, hours after another reported attack around the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru.Gero Village is located about five kilometres from the NIPSS community.A resident, Ritiji Dalyop, who spoke with our correspondent, said the vic
  
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• NDC moves to end political defections, makes candidates sign indeminity forms

  16-06-2026 18:53 via vanguardngr.com
  Says Party will rely on the Affidavit when Candidates leave after winning ElectionsBy Henry  Umoru ABUJA – AHEAD of 2027 Presidential and general elections, the  National Leadership of the National Democratic Congress,  NDC has made all its Governorship amd National Assembly candidates  to sign the mandatory indemnity forms.According to the party, this is stringent anti-defection policy aimed at preserving party loyalty and strengthening Nigeria’s democratic
  
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• Democracy Day: Why I rejected Tinubu’s national honour – Ex-NADECO Activist Ralph Obioha

  16-06-2026 18:53 via vanguardngr.com
  ENUGU — Former National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) activist and pro-democracy advocate, Chief Ralph Obioha, has declined the national honour conferred on him by President Bola Tinubu during the 2026 Democracy Day celebrations, citing concerns over the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu and the worsening security situation in the country.In a statement issued on Monday, Obioha expressed appreciation to President Tinubu and the Federal Government for the recognition but said accepting th
  
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• Oyo Govt demonishes three buildings linked to criminal activity, arms cache

  16-06-2026 18:52 via vanguardngr.com
  Oyo State Government on Tuesday demolished three buildings linked to criminal activity and an arms cache.The buildings, situated within a fenced compound on Arubiewe road, Gbendu community, off Olodo-Garage in Ibadan, were allegedly harbouring criminal elements and used for storing ammunition.Speaking with newsmen at the scene, the Commissioner for Public Works and Transport, Mr Mojeed Mogbonjubola, said the buildings were a “major hideout for arms and ammunition”.According to Mogbo
  
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• UK social media ban will push teens to VPNs, illegal content – Telegram CEO

  16-06-2026 18:48 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeTelegram founder and CEO, Pavel Durov, has criticised the United Kingdom’s planned ban on social media access for children under 16, arguing that such restrictions could expose teenagers to greater risks online rather than protect them.Durov made the remarks in a series of posts on his X account after the UK government announced plans to block under-16s from accessing major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube and X, as part
  
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• Full list of teams, players and officials denied visas to participate in World Cup

  16-06-2026 18:45 via vanguardngr.com
  The 2026 FIFA World Cup has been overshadowed by a series of visa denials, delayed approvals and entry restrictions involving players, referees and support staff.
  The controversies have sparked criticism of the United States’ immigration policies and raised concerns about the impact on the smooth running of football’s biggest tournament.From a top Somali referee being refused entry to visa complications affecting Iranian officials and players such as Ghana’s Thomas Partey, sev
  
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• Oyo isn’t Chibok, will never be – Makinde

  16-06-2026 18:33 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adeola BadruGovernor Seyi Makinde has declared that Oyo State “is not Chibok and will never be Chibok”, vowing that the pupils and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area will be rescued safely, as social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), led a protest over rising insecurity and kidnappings in the state.The protest, which followed a series of kidnapping incidents across Oyo State, saw demonstrators demand urgent action from the g
  
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• Troops foil bandits’ raid in Sokoto, rescue Seven abducted farmers

  16-06-2026 18:27 via vanguardngr.com
  By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoTroops of Operation Fansan Yamma have recorded another major operational success in Sokoto State, rescuing seven kidnapped farmers and recovering motorcycles following a bandit attack on farming communities in Gandi, Rabah Local Government Area.The rescue operation was carried out on Tuesday by troops of the 8 Division of the Nigerian Army deployed in Gandi, following a swift response to reports of an attack by armed bandits on farmers working in the area.A credible se
  
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• 13%Derivation Fund:Ijaw monarch calls for board , presidential monitoring committee 

  16-06-2026 18:27 via vanguardngr.com
  By Jimitota Onoyume The federal government has been urged to set up a board  and a presidential  monitoring committee with representatives of oil and gas communities and other key stakeholders to administer the  13 percent derivation fund.His Royal Highness  King Jerry Prebor (Snr.),  Amananaowei of  Meinbutus Federated communities,  made the appeal in an open letter to President Bola Tinubu.“Establish a 13% Derivation Fund Board through appropriate
  
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• ‘If Tinubu says terrorism must end, it will end, but…’ — Adebayo, SDP presidential candidate

  16-06-2026 18:23 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeAs Nigeria continues to grapple with kidnappings, banditry and terrorist attacks across several parts of the country, the presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, Adewole Adebayo, has argued that the Federal Government possesses the required capacity to end insecurity if it wants.
  'If Tinubu says terrorism must end, it will end, but…' — Adebayo, SDP presidential candidateWatch full video here ; https://t.co/KArkFioUS7 pic.twitter.com/0Bap32El
  
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• Tinubu lauds troops for neutralising bandit kingpin, Ibrahim Bastuji

  16-06-2026 18:05 via vanguardngr.com
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruPRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has commended the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies involved in the successful operation in Kogi State that led to the elimination of notorious bandit kingpin, Ibrahim Bastuji.The President described the operation as a significant blow to criminal networks terrorising communities in Kogi and neighbouring states.He noted that Bastuji’s reign of violence, kidnapping and attacks on civilians had caused untold hardship for residents,
  
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• Nigeria revives digital TV transition, adopts hybrid broadcasting model

  16-06-2026 18:03 via vanguardngr.com
  By Joseph Erunke, AbujaAfter years of delays and uncertainty, Nigeria’s long-awaited transition from analogue to digital broadcasting received a major boost on Tuesday as key stakeholders unanimously reaffirmed their commitment to completing the country’s Digital Switch Over (DSO) programme and agreed on a new hybrid model designed to accelerate implementation.The landmark resolution emerged from a high-level stakeholders’ meeting convened by the National Broadcasting Commissi
  
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• INEC seeks stay of execution of verdict on deregistration of ADC, 4 others

  16-06-2026 17:59 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ikechukwu Nnochiri, ABUJAThe Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has asked the Court of Appeal in Abuja to stay the execution of the judgment that ordered the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties.Read Also: Court orders INEC to deregister ADC, Accord, three othersThe Commission also threw its weight behind a notice of appeal lodged by the political parties.Addressing a three-member panel of the appellate court on Tuesday, the e
  
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• Breaking: INEC seeks stay of execution of verdict on deregistration of ADC, 4 others

  16-06-2026 17:59 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ikechukwu NnochiriThe Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has asked the Court of Appeal in Abuja to stay the execution of the judgment that ordered the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties.The Commission also threw its weight behind a notice of appeal lodged by the political parties.Addressing a three-member panel of the appellate court on Tuesday, the electoral body said it was shocked by the decision of Justice Peter Lifu of
  
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• Robert Kuzovkov, Russian artist critical of Putin assassinated in Poland

  16-06-2026 17:58 via vanguardngr.com
  Robert Kuzovkov, Russian artist known for his satirising President Vladimir Putin has been shot dead in eastern Poland, officials said on Tuesday.“An investigation is being conducted… into the murder of a 44-year-old citizen of the Russian Federation… known in the media as Semyon Skrepetsky,” a spokesman for the prosecutor’s office in Lublin, Marcin Kozak, told journalists.Two Belarusian nationals have been arrested in connection with the killing, he added.They w
  
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• South African president warns against ‘scapegoating’ migrants

  16-06-2026 17:50 via vanguardngr.com
  President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday urged South Africans not to blame migrants for the country’s problems, after a recent wave of anti-immigrant unrest and violence.One of Africa’s largest economies, South Africa has long attracted migrant workers from across the continent, both legally and illegally.But in recent weeks, mobs of South Africans carrying sticks, whips and shields have marched through parts of the country ordering foreigners with no residency papers to leave by June 3
  
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