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• FG says IMF report validates economic reforms

  09-06-2026 20:53 via vanguardngr.com
  By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefABUJA — The Federal Government has described the International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2026 Article IV Mission Concluding Statement on Nigeria as a validation of the country’s ongoing economic reform programme.Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, said the IMF report confirms that reforms introduced under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are strengthening macroeconomic stability, restoring investor confidence, and laying
  
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• Spain, France qualify for 2027 Women’s World Cup as England wait

  09-06-2026 23:58 via vanguardngr.com
  World champions Spain and France booked their tickets to the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil on Tuesday, but England missed out on automatic qualification despite beating Ukraine.Spain thumped Iceland 6-1 in Reykjavik with Vicky Lopez scoring twice. Edna Imade, Salma Paralluelo, Claudia Pina and Aitana Bonmati were also on target to seal first place in qualifying group A3.Melvine Malard scored the only goal for France in a 1-0 home win over the Republic of Ireland on the final day of Eur
  
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• Ward Delineation: Tompolo calls for calm, peaceful resolution

  09-06-2026 23:29 via vanguardngr.com
  By Akpokona OmafuaireOPOROZA – HIGH Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, a.k.a Tompolo has added his voice to that of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori by calling for calm and a peaceful resolution of the matter.The call was made Tuesday by Tompolo in a personally signed press statement.The statement read in part, “Since yesterday the 8th of June 2026, we are all living witnesses to the mass action by peaceful women and youths from our various communities occupying oil and gas installati
  
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• KWASU confirms N2.14bn NELFund loan disbursement for 11,434 students

  09-06-2026 23:20 via vanguardngr.com
  The Vice-Chancellor of Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, Prof. Jimoh Shaykh-Luqman, has confirmed receipt of N2,135,857,150 from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) on behalf of 11,434 students of the institution.Shaykh Luqman disclosed this on Tuesday, responding to questions from journalists during an interactive session held in his office.The vice-chancellor said the fund was received under the Federal Government-backed student loan scheme designed to improve access to tertiary
  
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• Why nuclear weapons remain existential threat to humanity – Report

  09-06-2026 23:07 via vanguardngr.com
  A Professor of Political Science, Femi Otubanjo, has warned that nuclear weapons have evolved from being mere instruments of warfare to becoming major causes of international conflicts and crises.Otubanjo, a Research Professor at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), gave the warning while delivering a foreign policy lecture organised by the institute on Tuesday, in Lagos.The lecture was entitled, “Nuclear Weapons: From Instrumenta Belli to Causae Bellorum.”Th
  
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• DR Congo lose in World Cup warm-up moved over Ebola fears

  09-06-2026 22:42 via vanguardngr.com
  The Democratic Republic of Congo, whose World Cup preparations have been disrupted by concerns over the Ebola outbreak, lost 2–1 to Chile in a warm-up match played behind closed doors in France on Tuesday.The friendly was originally due to be played in a city in southern Spain, but the mayor refused to host the match due to concerns over the virus. It was instead held in Orleans without spectactors.The World Health Organization declared an international health emergency over an Ebola outb
  
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• PASAN disowns National Assembly staff protest

  09-06-2026 22:34 via vanguardngr.com
  …says organisers were suspended membersBy Gift ChapiOdekina, AbujaThe Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN), National Assembly Chapter, has distanced itself from a purported protest organised by a group identifying itself as “Concerned Staff of the National Assembly,” describing the action as unauthorised and not representative of the union’s position.In a rejoinder and disclaimer issued on Tuesday, Acting Chairman of PASAN’s National Assembly Chapter
  
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• Lady lures friend for his boyfriend to kill, harvests body parts

  09-06-2026 22:26 via vanguardngr.com
  By Emma UnaA man identified as Ofofon and his girlfriend were arrested by the police on Tuesday after they allegedly killed the friend of the man’s girlfriend and sold her body parts.The man, said to be from Ini Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom State but residing at Afokang by Jebbs Street in Calabar South, killed and butchered the girl and delivered the body parts to buyers in the middle of the night.“The man’s girlfriend, who sells at a chemist on Monday, lured one of her
  
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• Osun Poll: Adeleke raises alarm over political attacks, asks Tinubu to caution Oyetola

  09-06-2026 22:20 via vanguardngr.com
  Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has accused suspected political thugs linked to the All Progressives Congress (APC) of carrying out coordinated attacks in parts of the state, calling on security agencies and federal authorities to intervene ahead of the August 15 governorship election.In a statement posted on his X page on Tuesday, Adeleke condemned the attacks, which he said occurred in Ile-Ife, Ede, Osogbo and other communities across the state.“I strongly condemn the coordinated at
  
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• Tinubu congratulates Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on setting service record

  09-06-2026 22:10 via vanguardngr.com
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruPRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the historic milestone of becoming India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister.The President said the  remarkable achievement reflects the enduring confidence and trust the people of India have reposed in his leadership over three consecutive mandates.“His dedication to public service, commitment to national development, and influential leadership on the global stage continue to ins
  
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• Police confirm death of cleric in bandits den in Kebbi

  09-06-2026 21:56 via vanguardngr.com
  By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin KebbiThe Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the reported death of an Islamic Cleric of the JIBWIS, Alhaj Muhammad Maibarga  in bandits’ captivity in Koko-Besse Local Government Area of the State.The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command,  SP Bashir Usman, told our correspondent that the Police is aware of the report concerning  his death while in captivity.“We are aware of reports concerning the victim’s deterioratin
  
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• IMF commends Nigeria’s reforms, urges sustained efforts on poverty, inflation

  09-06-2026 21:50 via vanguardngr.com
  The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has commended Nigeria’s economic reforms over the past three years, saying they have strengthened macroeconomic stability and improved the country’s resilience.This is contained in a statement released on Tuesday following the conclusion of the IMF Executive Board’s 2026 Article IV Consultation with Nigeria.The board, however, cautioned that living conditions remained difficult for many Nigerians, with poverty and food insecurity likely to
  
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• Somali referee says World Cup ‘dream’ ruined

  09-06-2026 21:49 via vanguardngr.com
  Somali referee Omar Artan said the “biggest dream of my life” had been ripped away after he was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup.Artan, who was named referee of the year in 2025 by the Confederation of African Football, has been dropped from FIFA’s list of officials after he was refused entry to the US upon arriving in Miami on Saturday.Somalia is one of several countries on a travel ban list introduced by President Donald Trump’s administr
  
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• Neymar says he feels like a ‘kid’ at his last World Cup

  09-06-2026 21:29 via vanguardngr.com
  Brazilian star Neymar said he feels like a “kid” ahead of what will be fourth and “final” World Cup, which could yet risk being derailed by a nagging calf injury.The 34-year-old is a doubt for the start of Brazil’s World Cup campaign and is expected to miss their tournament opener against Morocco in New Jersey on Saturday.But Brazil’s all-time record scorer is said to be “recovering well” and will hope to play a part for Carlo Ancelotti’s si
  
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• Nigeria’s pension assets hit N32trn

  09-06-2026 21:24 via vanguardngr.com
  Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefNigeria’s pension assets have risen to N32 trillion, the Director-General of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, has disclosed.Receiving a delegation from Kenya’s Retirement Benefits Authority in Abuja yesterday, she disclosed that the assets were approximately 10.4 percent of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).She said growth in pension assets over the years reflected the sustained success of the country’
  
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• Protesters block road to Mexican World Cup stadium

  09-06-2026 21:20 via vanguardngr.com
  Thousands of demonstrators blocked an avenue leading to Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium on Tuesday, just days before the 2026 World Cup kicks off at the venue, an AFP journalist observed.The protest, led by a breakaway group of the CNTE teachers union, follows a week of chaotic demonstrations in the Mexican capital.The stadium will host the tournament opener pitting Mexico against South Africa on Thursday.Speaking earlier Tuesday, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said the match was &ldquo
  
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• Tinubu mourns as Yobe emir dies in Egypt

  09-06-2026 21:19 via vanguardngr.com
  ‎The Emir of Ngazargamu in Yobe State, Alhaji Ahmad Tijjani Ibn Saleh Geidam, Tuesday, died in a medical facility in Cairo, Egypt, after a prolonged illness.‎His son and General Manager of Yobe State Road Maintenance Agency, Tijjani Bala, confirmed the development in a statement issued in Damaturu.‎‎“With profound sorrow and total submission to the will of Almighty Allah, I announce the passing of my beloved father and traditional ruler, His Royal Highness Alhaji Ahmad Tij
  
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• Ndidi reveals what Portugal friendly means to Super Eagles

  09-06-2026 21:16 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeSuper Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has described Nigeria’s international friendly against Portugal as a “massive test” as Eric Chelle’s side prepare to face Cristiano Ronaldo and one of Europe’s strongest teams on Wednesday night.Nigeria will take on Portugal at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa in Leiria in their final match of the June international window, with the Super Eagles looking to extend their recent unbeaten run.The thr
  
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• FG says IMF Article IV Report validates its reforms

  09-06-2026 21:16 via vanguardngr.com
  Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefThe Federal Government has described the International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2026 Article IV Mission Concluding Statement on Nigeria as a validation of the country’s economic reform programme.According to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, “The report provides further independent validation that the bold and necessary reforms undertaken under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, are strengthening
  
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• Video: Woman detained in Edo community after allegedly throwing 5-yr-old baby into river

  09-06-2026 21:08 via vanguardngr.com
  A woman has been apprehended by residents of Ovia North-East Local Government Area of Edo State after she allegedly threw her five-year-old child into a river following instructions reportedly given by a self-acclaimed seer in Benin City.The incident came to public attention on Tuesday after videos circulated on social media, sparking widespread outrage and debate among Nigerians.According to the woman who threw her 5-year-old child into a river in Benin, she said that after giving birth to the
  
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• Serena Williams makes winning return in Queen’s Club doubles

  09-06-2026 21:06 via vanguardngr.com
  Serena Williams made a winning return to tennis after four years in retirement as the American legend partnered Victoria Mboko in a first-round doubles victory at the Queen’s Club on Tuesday.Williams rolled back the years alongside Canadian teenager Mboko in a 7-6 (7/2), 6-2 win over third seeds Erin Routliffe and Nicole Melichar-Martinez at the grass-court tournament in west London.It was like she had never been away as the 44-year-old produced her trademark thunderous serve and fearsome
  
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• Tinubu’s aide accuses Peter Obi of misinforming Nigerians on debt profile

  09-06-2026 21:03 via vanguardngr.com
  A presidential aide, Dada Olusegun, has dismissed claims by Peter Obi that the administration of President Bola Tinubu has engaged in excessive borrowing without accountability, accusing the former presidential candidate of spreading misinformation about the country’s debt profile.Olusegun, who serves as Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, reacted on Tuesday to a statement by Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), in which he criticised t
  
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• Trump vows response after Iran shoots down US helicopter

  09-06-2026 20:38 via vanguardngr.com
  President Donald Trump vowed on Tuesday to respond after he accused Iran of shooting down a US military helicopter the previous night, hours after he said negotiations to end the Middle East war were in their final stages.Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iran’s parliament speaker and its chief negotiator in talks with Washington, meanwhile warned the United States on Tuesday against breaking its “commitments”.The comments came a day after Iran and Israel halted attacks that threatene
  
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• Ngoshe stakeholders hail Tinubu, others, disown Kaigama role in rescue of 416 captives

  09-06-2026 20:33 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ndahi Marama, MaiduguriMAIDUGURI — The Ngoshe Stakeholders Forum (NSF) in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State has dismissed reports suggesting that Mr. Samaila Kaigama played any role in the rescue of about 416 abducted persons from Ngoshe, while hailing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, and other stakeholders for their support.The forum also dissociated itself from claims made by a group identified as the Borno South Youth Alliance (BOSYA), allegedly l
  
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• Atletico reject Real Madrid’s €150m move for Julian Alvarez

  09-06-2026 20:30 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabAtletico Madrid have turned down a €150 million (£129 million) bid from city rivals Real Madrid for star forward Julian Alvarez, as competition for the Argentine’s signature intensifies ahead of the new season.The Spanish club confirmed the approach in an official statement, revealing that Real Madrid had formally submitted an offer for the 26-year-old attacker.“Real Madrid C.F. announces that, following the meeting of the Board of Directors held today
  
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• Kano Govt: We are rebuilding education from ground up

  09-06-2026 20:24 via vanguardngr.com
  By Hadiza YusufKANO — The Kano State Government says it is rebuilding its education system from the ground up as part of broad reforms aimed at improving standards and reducing the number of out-of-school children in the state.The Technical Adviser to the Governor on Education Reform, Haladu Muhammad, stated this on Monday during a stakeholders’ engagement on the development of a 10-year education sector plan in Kano.He said the administration inherited a struggling education system
  
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• FG threatens sanctions over Abuja–Lokoja Road delays

  09-06-2026 20:20 via vanguardngr.com
  By John AlechenuABUJA — The Federal Government has warned that contractors handling the Abuja–Lokoja Road reconstruction risk sanctions if they fail to deliver on schedule, insisting that funds released must be properly utilised for project execution.Minister of Works, David Umahi, issued the warning on Tuesday during an inspection tour of the road corridor in Lokoja, stressing that the government would no longer tolerate delays or poor performance on critical infrastructure project
  
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• EFCC arraigns Blessing CEO over fresh alleged N69.15m fraud, remands influencer

  09-06-2026 20:19 via vanguardngr.com
  Popular social media influencer, Okoro Blessing Nkiruka, also known as Blessing CEO, has been arraigned by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over an alleged N69.15 million fraud.
  The influencer was brought before Justice R.A. Oshodi of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on Tuesday on a two-count charge bordering on obtaining money by false pretence and stealing.
  At the commencement of proceedings, prosecution counsel C.C. Okezi
  
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• June 12 annulment unjustified, painful — Akume, Onanuga

  09-06-2026 20:15 via vanguardngr.com
  By Soni Daniel, Editor, Northern RegionABUJA — The annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election won by businessman Moshood Abiola was unjustified and remains a painful episode in Nigeria’s political history, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has said.Akume stated this at a world press conference in Abuja on Tuesday to mark Democracy Day, insisting there was no basis for cancelling what is widely regarded as Nigeria’s freest and fair
  
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• Xenophobia: First batch of Nigerians repatriated from South Africa arrives Thursday

  09-06-2026 20:14 via vanguardngr.com
  The first group of Nigerians affected by recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa is expected to arrive in Lagos on Thursday morning as evacuation efforts continue.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the development in a statement issued on Tuesday by its spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, noting that the returnees are being brought back under a coordinated repatriation arrangement.According to the ministry, the evacuees will be flown in from Johannesburg aboard an Air Peace aircraft schedul
  
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