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• India condemns Kuwait airport attack, says one citizen dead

  03-06-2026 15:45 via vanguardngr.com
  India’s foreign ministry condemned an Iranian attack on Kuwait’s airport on Wednesday, confirming that an Indian national had been killed and others wounded.“We condemn the attack on the Kuwait International Airport today in which an Indian national has died and several of our nationals are injured,” India’s foreign ministry said in a statement.“We again call upon parties to cease such attacks,” it added.AFP
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• Liverpool’s Konate agrees four-year deal to join Real Madrid

  08-06-2026 17:37 via vanguardngr.com
  France international Ibrahima Konate has agreed a four-year deal with Real Madrid after leaving Liverpool, a source close to the negotiations told AFP on Monday.Real Madrid boss Florentino Perez, who was re-elected club president on Sunday night, had promised last week that the centre-back would be his first recruit and also promised to sign Jose Mourinho as coach.The official announcement of his arrival on a deal until 2030 is expected on Tuesday, according to the source.The 27-year-old will j
  
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• World Cup: Bellingham not guaranteed a start for England – Tuchel

  08-06-2026 17:32 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeEngland manager Thomas Tuchel has admitted that Jude Bellingham is no longer guaranteed a place in his starting line-up ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the Real Madrid star must compete for his spot like every other player in the squad.Bellingham heads into the tournament as one of England’s biggest names and among the players many fans will be eager to watch when the World Cup kicks off on June 11. However, the 22-year-old has found himself facing stiffer
  
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• Tinubu hosts Madagascan President at Aso Villa

  08-06-2026 17:26 via vanguardngr.com
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA – PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu is currently hosting the President of Madagascar, Michael Randrianirina, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.The meeting is to deepen diplomatic relations and cooperation between Nigeria and Madagascar.President Randrianirina arrived at the State rHouse Forecourt at about 2:57 p.m. for a courtesy visit and was received by Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu.Following a brief reception ceremony, the
  
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• Credible poll: Lawyers must rise above ‘fat fees’, fight for justice — Mekwunye, SAN

  08-06-2026 17:22 via vanguardngr.com
  — -Laments absence of ‘lawyer-statemens’By Henry OjeluSenior Advocate of Nigeria, Dr. Charles Mekwunye, has criticised lawyers and judges who aid the subversion of electoral justice, warning that the legal profession risks losing its moral authority if practitioners continue to prioritise personal enrichment over national interest.Mekwunye spoke during the 2026 Law Week of the Nigerian Bar Association Agbor Branch themed, “Future Proofing Nigeria’s Democracy: Credi
  
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• Enugu Govt dispels viral post suggesting imminent attack on UNN

  08-06-2026 16:37 via vanguardngr.com
  …Vows to arrest culprits behind false alarmThe Enugu State Government has dismissed as false and unfounded viral post insinuating a possible attack on the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), describing it as the handiwork of criminal elements seeking to create panic and confusion within the university community and the state at large.The government also reminded the public of similar false alarms circulated in the recent past, which were eventually proven to be false, while those respon
  
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• Atiku condoles Okonjo-Iweala over death of younger brother

  08-06-2026 16:12 via vanguardngr.com
  Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed condolences to the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, following the death of her younger brother, Prince Ikechukwu Okonjo.In a post on his X account on Monday, Atiku sympathised with the former Nigerian finance minister and her family, describing the loss as painful and praying for strength for those left behind.“Dear Dr (Mrs) Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, please accept my heartfelt condolences on the
  
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• Video: Why should lawmakers trek to work? - Sen Umeh justifies official vehicle allocation

  08-06-2026 15:50 via vanguardngr.com
  Senator representing Anambra Central, Victor Umeh, has defended the provision of official vehicles to lawmakers, arguing that members of the National Assembly require them to effectively carry out their legislative duties.Speaking on AIT’s Political Platform on Monday, Umeh dismissed criticisms surrounding the allocation of vehicles to federal lawmakers, insisting that receiving an official vehicle for official functions should not be controversial.When asked if he got a vehicle from the
  
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• Democracy Day: Our institutions growing stronger – Deputy Speaker, Kalu

  08-06-2026 15:50 via vanguardngr.com
  …Reiterates NASS’ commitment to Strengthening Democratic Practice in NigeriaDeputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, PhD, CFR has said that Nigeria’s democratic institutions are growing stronger despite economic pressures, security concerns, and political contests that have tested the nation over the past 27 years.Delivering his message during the 27th Democracy Day Inter-Denominational Church Service on Saturday in Abuja, Kalu said that
  
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• UN religious freedom expert tours Nigeria

  08-06-2026 15:49 via vanguardngr.com
  The UN’s top expert on religious freedom kicked off a two-week visit to Nigeria Monday, after politically charged accusations over Christian “persecution” roiled the country diplomatically last year.The United States elevated the accusation — long popular on the fringes of the religious and political right — to the highest levels of government in the lead-up to its bombing campaign against Nigerian jihadists.It has since deployed troops to the country and announced
  
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• WAEC blames exam delays on crash that killed three officials

  08-06-2026 15:23 via vanguardngr.com
  The West African Examinations Council has attributed delays in the conduct of some papers in the ongoing 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination to a fatal road accident that killed three of its officials, alongside security and logistical challenges.WAEC disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday by its Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina, following widespread complaints over the late commencement of some examination papers in several centres across the country.Accordi
  
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• ‘I have no regrets choosing Nigeria,’ says Iwobi ahead of 100th cap

  08-06-2026 14:58 via vanguardngr.com
  Ace midfielder Alexander Iwobi has expressed immense gratitude to Nigeria and Nigerians at home and in the diaspora for the show of love and support in his international journey with the Super Eagles, as he looks forward to his 100th cap for Nigeria when the Eagles take on Portugal in Leiria on Wednesday.“I am proud to be where I am today, proud to wear the green and white. I am grateful to everyone, including the coach who called me up to the team for the first time. I have no regrets ch
  
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• NLC, TUC threaten nationwide strike over worsening insecurity

  08-06-2026 14:44 via vanguardngr.com
  By Victor Ahiuma-YoungGeneva, Switzerland — The leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has threatened to embark on industrial action if the worsening wave of terrorism, banditry, and kidnappings across the country continues unabated.
  The labour centres issued the warning during a joint media briefing on the sidelines of the ongoing 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland.The labour leaders also dismissed claims by
  
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• Chimamanda’s son: Lagos AG, coroner challenge suit seeking to halt inquest

  08-06-2026 14:44 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry Ojelu, LAGOS
  The Attorney-General of Lagos State, Lawal Pedro, SAN, alongside the Chief Coroner of Lagos State and the presiding Coroner for the Lagos Coroner’s District Court, have filed a preliminary objection challenging the competence of a suit instituted by Eurapharma Care Services Nigeria Limited seeking to stop an ongoing coroner’s inquest into the death of Master Nkanu Adichie-Esege, son of renowned author Chimamanda Adichie and Dr Ivara Esege.Read Also: Chimamanda
  
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• Breaking: NLC, TUC threaten nationwide strike over worsening insecurity

  08-06-2026 14:44 via vanguardngr.com
  By Victor Ahiuma-YoungGeneva, Switzerland — The leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has threatened to embark on industrial action if the worsening wave of terrorism, banditry, and kidnappings across the country continues unabated.
  The labour centres issued the warning during a joint media briefing on the sidelines of the ongoing 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland.The labour leaders also dismissed claims by
  
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• Reps move to replace 2007 Statistics Law with new data framework

  08-06-2026 14:34 via vanguardngr.com
  By Gift Chapi Odekina, AbujaABUJA — The House of Representatives has begun legislative action to repeal the Statistics Act, 2007 and replace it with a new legal framework designed to modernise Nigeria’s statistical system for the digital era.Speaking at a public hearing on the Statistics Bill, 2025, at the National Assembly on Monday, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, said the proposed legislation would strengthen the National Statistical System and improve th
  
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• Kebbi NBA Chairman: No corruption in judiciary

  08-06-2026 14:28 via vanguardngr.com
  By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin KebbiBIRNIN KEBBI — The Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Kebbi State Branch, Aminu Hassan, has dismissed allegations of widespread corruption within Nigeria’s judiciary.Hassan spoke on the sidelines of the flag-off of the Equity Bar Law Week in Birnin Kebbi, where he addressed concerns often raised by members of the public about the administration of justice.According to him, some litigants who are dissatisfied with the strength of evidence aga
  
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• Heavy rain triggers building collapse in Anambra, no casualties reported

  08-06-2026 14:19 via vanguardngr.com
  By Chimaobi NwaiwuNNEWI — A one-storey commercial building containing eight shops at Ikenga Ogidi, near the Building Materials International Market along the Onitsha–Enugu Expressway in Anambra State, has collapsed following heavy rainfall.No casualties were reported, as occupants had reportedly closed for business before the incident occurred. However, residents and traders said the collapse caused extensive damage to goods and property within the building and surrounding area.The
  
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• Tinubu’s personal assistant receives birthday tribute from Senator Adeola ‘Yayi’

  08-06-2026 14:17 via vanguardngr.com
  The Ogun State governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Solomon Olamilekan, has congratulated Alhaji Kamorudeen Yusuf Olawale, Personal Assistant on Special Duties to President Bola Tinubu, on the occasion of his birthday.In a congratulatory message on Monday, Olamilekan described Yusuf better known as Kamosky as a dependable administrator and committed public servant whose dedication to duty and national development has continued to inspire many.Speaking on behalf of his
  
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• Bubble Up Unveils New Can Range In Nigeria

  08-06-2026 14:16 via vanguardngr.com
  Bubble Up, the lemon-lime brand with more than a century of global heritage, has launched a new range of cans in Nigeria through Planet Bottling Company (PBC).The launch introduces four SKUs, Lemon Lime, Bitter Lemon, Tonic, and Soda Water, in sleek can formats built for social occasions, gatherings, and the modern party lifestyle. With Tonic and Soda Water in the range, the cans also work for consumers who reach for Bubble Up as a mixer.Bubble Up first arrived in Nigeria as a PET bottle, and t
  
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• Oyo govt demolishes building used by Adelabu family’s kidnappers

  08-06-2026 14:01 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adeola Badru, IBADAN
  The Oyo State Government has demolished a three-bedroom bungalow in the Lako Community along the Aiyegun–Anaye Road axis of Ibadan, which was allegedly used as a hideout by kidnappers involved in the abduction of the younger sister of former Minister of Power, Chief Bayo Adelabu, and her children.Read Also: How we rescued Adelabu’s sister, children — PoliceThe demolition was carried out on Monday by officials of the Oyo State Ministry of Public Works an
  
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• Oyo govt demolishes building used as kidnappers’ hideout in Adelabu family abduction

  08-06-2026 14:01 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adeola BadruIBADAN — The Oyo State Government has demolished a three-bedroom bungalow in the Lako Community along the Aiyegun–Anaye Road axis of Ibadan in connection with an ongoing kidnapping investigation.The demolition was carried out on Monday by officials of the Oyo State Ministry of Public Works and Transportation, accompanied by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force.According to the state government, the property was identified during investigations into the abduction of
  
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• Iran military announces halt to operation against Israel

  08-06-2026 13:54 via vanguardngr.com
  Iran’s military command on Monday announced it was halting its operation against Israel after the two sides exchanged fire for the first time since a truce took effect in April.Iran had delivered a “painful response” to Israel and “accordingly, the cessation of armed forces operations is hereby announced”, the Khatam al-Anbiya command said in a statement carried by state television.“However, it is emphasised that should acts of aggression and hostility contin
  
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• FG approves payments to 1,240 contractors, processes over N700bn claims

  08-06-2026 13:54 via vanguardngr.com
  By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefABUJA — The Federal Government has approved payments to more than 1,240 local contractors as part of efforts to settle verified outstanding obligations and support business activities across the country.The development was disclosed in a statement issued by the Ministry of Finance and signed by the Head of Information and Public Relations, Efe Ovuakporie.According to the ministry, the payments followed a verification and reconciliation process aimed at ensu
  
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• No bandit attack threat in Lagos, Police assure residents

  08-06-2026 13:49 via vanguardngr.com
  ..Beef up security in schools, strategic locationsBy Evelyn UsmanThe Lagos State Police Command has reassured residents, parents and school authorities that there is no verified intelligence suggesting any planned attack or abduction of schoolchildren by bandits in the state.
  However, to forestall any security breach, the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, has ordered the deployment of watertight security measures across the affected area and other strategic locations
  
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• ‘I’ll wear worse’ – Ayra Starr shrugs off backlash over outfit

  08-06-2026 13:43 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabSinger Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has responded to criticism following backlash over her recent outfit, which sparked debate online for being revealing when paired with a traditional gele.Ayra Starr made a bold fashion statement by wearing a traditional Nigerian gele paired with a modern, streetwear-style outfit to a live event. She wore this look while headlining Part 1 of the Zsongo Experience at KOKO London, where fellow artiste Tiwa Sava
  
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• Lagos Police dismisses school attack threat, heightens security

  08-06-2026 13:30 via vanguardngr.com
  By Esther OnyegbulaThe Lagos State Police Command has reassured residents, parents, guardians and school authorities that there is no verified intelligence indicating any imminent attack on schools in the state, following reports of a threatening notice allegedly pasted at a school warning of a planned bandit attack and abduction of pupils.The Command, however, said it has heightened security measures across the affected area and other strategic locations in the state to forestall any security
  
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• Lagos Police dismiss school attack threat, heighten security

  08-06-2026 13:30 via vanguardngr.com
  By Esther OnyegbulaThe Lagos State Police Command has reassured residents, parents, guardians and school authorities that there is no verified intelligence indicating any imminent attack on schools in the state, following reports of a threatening notice allegedly pasted at a school warning of a planned bandit attack and abduction of pupils.The Command, however, said it has heightened security measures across the affected area and other strategic locations in the state to forestall any security
  
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• Eight arrested as Ogun Police expose transnational kidnap-ransom fraud

  08-06-2026 13:30 via vanguardngr.com
  By Esther OnyegbulaDetectives of the Ogun State Police Command have uncovered a transnational criminal syndicate involved in staging fake kidnappings to extort ransom from relatives abroad, leading to the arrest of eight foreign nationals in the Agbado area of the state.The suspects, who allegedly orchestrated a carefully coordinated abduction drama to defraud unsuspecting families overseas, were arrested during an intelligence-led operation carried out by operatives attached to the Ifo Divisio
  
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• Earthquake in Philippines kills at least 31, dozens still missing

  08-06-2026 13:15 via vanguardngr.com
  A 7.8-magnitude earthquake in the southern Philippines on Monday killed at least 31 people, according to provincial authorities, after toppling buildings and sparking tsunami warnings across the region.National disaster authorities said at least a dozen people were still missing, while 134 had sustained injuries.Philippine authorities urged people in affected coastal regions to move to higher ground after the offshore quake hit south of General Santos, a city of about 720,000, where at least ni
  
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