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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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• FG dismisses report on new telecomms, fuel taxes

  17-06-2026 12:52 via vanguardngr.com
  The federal government has dismissed a report suggesting that it was considering new taxes on telecommunications services and petroleum products.This is contained in a statement issued by the Head of Information and Public Relations in the Federal Ministry of Finance, Efe Ovuakporie, in Abuja on Monday.The federal government said that the reports misrepresented recommendations contained in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Article IV Consultation Report on Nigeria.The government explained t
  
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• ‘I’m the boss’ – Trump tells G7 counterparts

  17-06-2026 12:50 via vanguardngr.com
  The G7 summit of world powers in France is being chaired by President Emmanuel Macron as host but on Wednesday his guest US President Donald Trump left no doubt over who he believed was in charge.“I’m the boss,” Trump said as he strode in to the morning session of the last day of the three-day G7 summit, with the other leaders already in their seats.Amid laughter, Macron appeared to take the comment with good humour. “How are you?” the French president asked.&ldquo
  
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• Oyo 2027: Adelabu remains in APC – Aide

  17-06-2026 12:27 via vanguardngr.com
  …says rumour of move to SDP false, misleading, politically motivated…threatens legal action over ‘malicious’ defection claimsBy Adeola BadruAn aide to Adebayo Adelabu, former Minister of Power and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Femi Awogboro, has dismissed reports alleging that the politician is planning to defect to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), describing the claim as “baseless and deliberately misleading”.Awogboro, sp
  
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• Pope hails US-Iran deal, calls for dialogue in Ukraine

  17-06-2026 12:13 via vanguardngr.com
  Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday hailed a deal on ending the Middle East war announced between Iran and the United States as the result of “encouraging work in dialogue and negotiation”.The United States and Iran agreed this week to a deal to end the conflict and Leo expressed his “gratitude” to those who helped the negotiations.“I hope that this agreement will contribute to strengthening mutual trust, security, and stability in the Middle East by promoting paths of dialo
  
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• World Cup 2026: Why most players are wearing pink boots [Photos]

  17-06-2026 12:10 via vanguardngr.com
  If you’ve watched any matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, one trend has been hard to miss is most footballers putting on pink boots.From Nike and Adidas to Puma, New Balance and Skechers, leading sportswear brands have unveiled bright pink footwear for the tournament, making the colour one of the defining fashion statements of this year’s World Cup.“People say it’s coincidence, but it’s happened way too many times,” Ben Warren, founder of BW Boots UK, told Th
  
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• 2026 UTME original result slips ready for printing, says JAMB

  17-06-2026 12:05 via vanguardngr.com
  The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) Original Result Slip will be available for printing on Wednesday.‎JAMB’s Public Communication Adviser, Dr Fabian Benjamin, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja.Benjamin explained that the original result slip contained candidates’ photographs, national rankings and other security features designed to enhance its authenticity and acceptance for officia
  
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• Bernardo Silva signs two-year deal with Real Madrid

  17-06-2026 11:51 via vanguardngr.com
  Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva has signed a two-year deal with Real Madrid, the La Liga giants announced Wednesday.Silva had left Manchester City after nine trophy-laden years when the 31-year-old’s contract expired at the end of last season.His contract with Real Madrid runs until June 30, 2028.Silva made 459 appearances for City in total, scoring 76 goals, since joining from Monaco in 2017.He has won 15 major trophies with the club, including four successive Premier League titles fr
  
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• Elon Musk’s AI tool Grok was used in strikes against Iran: US govt

  17-06-2026 11:42 via vanguardngr.com
  Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence tool Grok was used in strikes against Iran, the United States government revealed in a legal briefing seen Tuesday by AFP.The June 15 brief defends the gas turbines used by a giant data center belonging to the trillionaire’s company xAI, which are the target of an environmental lawsuit.In the brief, the US Department of Justice argued that the lawsuit “threatens American national, economic, and energy security by seeking to shut off the powe
  
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• Ward Delineation: NSA can’t allocate land to Ijaw in Warri South LGA — INYC

  17-06-2026 11:26 via vanguardngr.com
  The Itsekiri National Youth Council (INYC) has vowed to resist any alleged attempt by National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu to allocate Itsekiri land to the Ijaw in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State, insisting that the area remains the ancestral homeland of the Itsekiri people.In a statement signed by its President, Aperrancs Afejuku, the council declared that Itsekiri youths are prepared to defend their heritage and territorial integrity against what they described as at
  
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• Foreign Coach: Are the odds against Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup hopes?

  17-06-2026 11:17 via vanguardngr.com
  By Emmanuel OkogbaAs football fans across the world look ahead to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, discussions about potential winners are already gathering momentum. Many supporters believe traditional football giants such as Portugal, England and Brazil have what it takes to lift the coveted trophy. However, there is one fascinating piece of World Cup history that could cast doubt on their chances and, in particular, Cristiano Ronaldo’s dream of ending his international career with football&rsq
  
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• Revealed: Why Messi cried after scoring against Algeria

  17-06-2026 11:06 via vanguardngr.com
  Argentina captain Lionel Messi has revealed that the tears he shed after scoring in Argentina’s 3-0 World Cup victory over Algeria were linked to personal struggles he had endured in recent days and not to events on the pitch.The 38-year-old was captured wiping away tears during the celebrations after curling homehis first goal of the night in the 18th minute.Speaking after the match, Messi explained that the emotional moment was caused by circumstances away from football.“Why did I
  
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• Gunmen ambush, kill district head in Plateau

  17-06-2026 10:57 via vanguardngr.com
  By Golok Nanmwa, JosGunmen have killed the District Head of Gwande in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, Saf Samuel Alaket, in an ambush attack along the Sha District axis bordering Daffo community.Sources in the area said the incident occurred at about 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday while the traditional ruler was returning home after activities around the popular Tuesday market in Daffo.It was gathered that the late district head had earlier attended a traditional council meeting in Bokkos
  
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• World Cup: 6 records Messi broke against Algeria

  17-06-2026 10:44 via vanguardngr.com
  Lionel Messi delivered another unforgettable performance on football’s grandest stage, scoring a hat-trick as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The victory was significant not only because it gave the defending champions a winning start but also because Messi reached six remarkable milestones that further enhanced his legendary status in the game.Equals Klose’s World Cup Goals RecordMessi’s three goals against Algeria took his tal
  
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• Ronaldo as excited for sixth World Cup as his first, says Martinez

  17-06-2026 10:27 via vanguardngr.com
  Cristiano Ronaldo is preparing for his sixth World Cup as if it was his first, said Portugal coach Roberto Martinez as he hailed the 41-year-old as “an example and a reference for football.”Armed with a richly talented generation, Portugal are among the favourites to win the World Cup for the first time.Ronaldo’s continued presence in Martinez’s team has sparked debate over whether he is still a positive influence.No one can match the five-time Ballon d’Or winner&r
  
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• ‘No one should miss history,’ US lawmaker seeks visa for Cape Verde GK’s mother

  17-06-2026 09:51 via vanguardngr.com
  United States House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has called on U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to help Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s mother attend the country’s next World Cup match against Uruguay in Miami Gardens, Florida.Reacting to the goalkeeper’s emotional comments after Cape Verde’s historic goalless draw against Spain, Jeffries wrote on X on Tuesday: “The Cabo Verde national football team shocked Spain on the strength of a historic performance by g
  
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• IGP directs tighter security around schools in Katsina

  17-06-2026 09:37 via vanguardngr.com
  The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has directed the Katsina Police Command to strengthen security around schools across the state.The Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG), Department of Finance and Administration, Sulaiman Abdul, conveyed the mandate from the I-G while on a two-day operational tour of Katsina, during which he assessed the security architecture of selected educational institutions.The police were directed to deploy and coordinate patrols to safeguard schools acr
  
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• I feel bad not playing at 2026 World Cup – Osimhen

  17-06-2026 09:28 via vanguardngr.com
  Victor Osimhen has spoken publicly for the first time about Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, admitting that the disappointment has been difficult for both him and his Super Eagles teammates.The expanded 2026 tournament, which features 48 teams for the first time in history, got underway last week, bringing together nations from across the globe.
  However, Nigeria is notably absent from the competition despite Africa being allocated nine automatic qualification spot
  
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• World Cup: ‘Why can’t Africans be here?’ Koulibaly questions US travel ban

  17-06-2026 09:15 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayobami OkerindeSenegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly has questioned the United States’ travel restrictions on Senegalese nationals, saying the measures have prevented many supporters from attending the ongoing FIFA World Cup.Speaking after Senegal’s 3-1 defeat to France in their opening match on Tuesday, Koulibaly expressed disappointment that many fans from the West African nation were unable to travel to the U.S. to support the team.Recall that in December 2025, US president Donal
  
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• Magical Messi equals World Cup goals record as Argentina win

  17-06-2026 08:40 via vanguardngr.com
  Lionel Messi opened his record-breaking sixth World Cup with a hat-trick to become the tournament’s joint all-time top scorer on Tuesday as holders Argentina launched their bid for back-to-back titles with a dazzling 3-0 rout of Algeria.On a magical night at Kansas City’s 69,045-capacity Arrowhead Stadium, Messi delivered an electrifying individual display to join Miroslav Klose at the top of the World Cup scorers charts with 16 goals.The 38-year-old had started an unforgettable occa
  
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• Jordan score first-ever World Cup goal but Austria cruise to 3-1 win

  17-06-2026 08:40 via vanguardngr.com
  Austria recorded a 3-1 win against World Cup first-timers Jordan on Tuesday, rounding off their opening match of the tournament with a penalty from veteran forward Marko Arnautovic.Jordan never stopped chasing the game and had the consolation of scoring the first World Cup goal in their history through Ali Olwan.Vanguard News
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• Lagos shuts Iddo Bridge for 5 days

  17-06-2026 08:36 via vanguardngr.com
  By Olasunkanmi AkoniLAGOS — THE Lagos State government, yesterday, announced plans to shut Iddo Bridge, Ijora, Apapa Local Government Area for five days to allow the Federal Ministry of Works commence the installation of heavy steel bridge beams as part of the ongoing rehabilitation and reconstruction of the bridge.
  The Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, who disclosed this, urged motorists to be patient and cooperate with the traffic management officials during the tempor
  
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• Cartoon: Where are the politician’s sons?

  17-06-2026 08:36 via vanguardngr.com
  Vanguard NewsThe post Cartoon: Where are the politician’s sons? appeared first on Vanguard News.
  
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• Ekiti polls: Shettima, 18 govs, others rally support for Oyebanji

  17-06-2026 08:34 via vanguardngr.com
  By Rotimi OjomoyelaADO-EKITI — VICE President Kashim Shettima, 18 governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, 24 senators and 18 members of the House of Representatives converged on Ekiti State to rally support for Governor Biodun Oyebanji ahead of the June 20 governorship election.
  The campaign grand finale, which attracted thousands of party faithful and supporters from across the 16 local government areas of the state, also had in attendance former governor
  
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• 2027: ‘We mustn’t waste our votes again’ – Soludo seeks Ndigbo’s support for Tinubu

  17-06-2026 08:34 via vanguardngr.com
  Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, has called on the people of the South-East to rally behind President Bola Tinubu, urging them to abandon what he described as the “alliance of protest” and embrace an “alliance for progress and prosperity.”Soludo made the appeal in a post on X on Tuesday following his public endorsement during a rally organised in support of President Tinubu’s second-term bid by Ebonyi State Government.The governor, who attended the event alo
  
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• Osun gov poll: Adeleke receives Omisore’s supporters

  17-06-2026 08:32 via vanguardngr.com
  …Flags off campaign in Osogbo
  By Shina AbubakarOSOGBO— GOVERNOR Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, yesterday, received scores of allies of erstwhile National Secretary of All Progressives Congress, APC, Senator Iyiola Omisore, into the Accord Party, declaring that he will not be excluded from the ballot ahead of the 2026 governorship election despite recent disregistration verdict of five political parties.
  The decampees joined by ex-commisioners under the administration of Adegboyega
  
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• IMF Prescriptions: Experts warn FG against costly foreign loans, VAT hike

  17-06-2026 08:32 via vanguardngr.com
  By Peter EgwuatuCapital market operators and economic experts have urged the Federal Government to be cautious in implementing the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) policy recommendations, warning against expensive foreign loans and a Value Added Tax (VAT) increase.Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Arthur Stevens Asset Management and former President of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS), Olatunde Amolegbe, said: “The IMF’s concern regarding the co
  
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• Proposed plastic ban could trigger deindustrialisation, job losses— MAN

  17-06-2026 08:29 via vanguardngr.com
  By Yinka KolawoleThe Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has faulted the proposed implementation of the National Environmental (Plastic Waste Control) Regulations 2026 by the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), warning that the measures could have far-reaching consequences for the country’s manufacturing sector and economy.Under the proposed regulations, NESREA plans to prohibit the production and use of single-use plastic products below 80
  
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• Messi equals Klose’s 16-goal World Cup mark as Argentina beat Algeria

  17-06-2026 08:27 via vanguardngr.com
  Lionel Messi scored a dazzling hat-trick for Argentina on Tuesday to equal Miroslav Klose’s all-time record of 16 goals at World Cups as the defending champions swept Algeria aside 3-0.On a night for the ages in Kansas City, the records kept tumbling for Argentina’s miracle man, considered by many to be the greatest footballer of all time.When the match kicked off at the home of the NFL’s Kansas City Chiefs, Messi became the first player to feature in six World Cup tournaments
  
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• IGP vows to end banditry in Zamfara, says “Enough Is Enough”

  17-06-2026 08:27 via vanguardngr.com
  By Idris Salisu, GusauThe Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has pledged intensified collaboration among security agencies to end banditry and other violent crimes across Nigeria, declaring that “enough is enough.”He made the statement in Gusau, Zamfara State, shortly after attending the funeral prayers of three police officers killed by an improvised explosive device (IED) allegedly planted by bandits along the Bagega–Anka road.The IGP was on a condolence visi
  
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