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• Kogi varsity student arrested over alleged cult recruitment, assault

  22-06-2026 11:15 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Boluwaji ObahopoA 400-level student of Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba, Kogi State, has been arrested by security operatives over alleged involvement in cult-related activities, including attempted forced initiation, assault and death threats against a fellow student.‎The suspect, Adejo Elisha Ojonimi, 25, of the Department of Economics, was apprehended on Friday, June 19, 2026, by members of the Vigilante Service following a complaint by a spillover student of the Depart
  
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• Switzerland returns famed Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

  29-06-2026 22:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Swiss authorities on Monday returned 18 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria in a ceremony at the National Museum in Lagos, the latest addition to the nation’s growing collection of repatriated treasures.Countries across Africa have been pushing in recent years for the restitution of artefacts and artworks taken during the colonial period — including Nigeria’s famed Benin Bronzes, which were looted as spoils of war by the British and today are scattered in museums and private collections
  
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• US disclosure on neutralised 199 jihadists refers to May operation – DHQ

  29-06-2026 22:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe Defence Headquarters, DHQ, on Monday said the recent disclosure by the United States on the killing of 199 jihadists and the recovery of a massive cache of ISIS arms, ammunition and electronic equipment was not a fresh operation but the declassification of a successful joint Nigeria-US counter-terrorism mission carried out in May 2026.Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, told Vanguard that the operation had already been announced by the Nigerian mil
  
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• South Africa repatriates over 25,000 ahead of anti-immigrant ultimatum

  29-06-2026 22:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  South Africa’s national intelligence body said Monday that more than 25,000 people have been repatriated in recent weeks ahead of planned anti-immigrant protests, with many others still awaiting departure.The outflows come as thousands seek to leave over safety fears after citizen-led groups issued an unofficial ultimatum for undocumented foreigners to exit the country by June 30.Several governments, including Nigeria, Malawi, Ghana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique, have organised voluntary repat
  
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• Abia intensifies search for abducted pupils, reaches out to neighbouring states

  29-06-2026 22:14 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Steve OkoAbia State Government has intensified efforts to rescue two school pupils allegedly abducted by a tricycle operator in Umuosu Nsulu, Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area, saying it has expanded its security network beyond the state’s borders in the search for the children.The Special Adviser to Governor Alex Otti on Security, retired Navy Commander McDonald Ubah, disclosed this on Monday while briefing journalists on the outcome of this week’s Executive Council meetin
  
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• UAE lifts war-related ban on travel to Lebanon

  29-06-2026 21:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The UAE has said its nationals can travel to Lebanon, effective on Monday, lifting a weeks-long ban in place because of the Middle East war and concerns about Iran’s influence.The foreign ministry announced “it will allow UAE citizens to travel to the sisterly Lebanese Republic, starting from Monday, June 29, 2026,” the official WAM news agency reported.The ministry asked citizens to register with its consular services platform before travelling to Lebanon.The United Arab Emir
  
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• FEC approves ₦2.078tn in road projects across 10 states

  29-06-2026 21:33 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruThe Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Monday announced the approval of about ₦2.078 trillion for road infrastructure across 10 states as part of the Federal Government’s drive to expand and modernise Nigeria’s transport network.Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, while briefing State House correspondents at the end of the council meeting, said 23 major road projects spanning Adamawa, Taraba, Ebonyi, Kwara, Cross River, Kogi, Lagos, Niger, Oyo and Plate
  
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• Carter Efe: ‘We don’t issue ‘First Class Upper’ certificates’ – Babcock University

  29-06-2026 21:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabManagement of Babcock University has distanced itself from a purported academic certificate circulating online, describing the document as fake, unauthorized, and not issued by the institution.In a public notice dated June 29, 2026, the university said its attention had been drawn to fraudulent documents allegedly issued in its name by individuals falsely claiming affiliation with the institution.The university specifically referenced an “Honorary Certificate” pu
  
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• Cabinet members don’t prostrate before Abiodun – Ogun govt

  29-06-2026 21:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By James OgunnaikeOgun State Government has dismissed as false and malicious a viral publication alleging that members of the State Executive Council are compelled to prostrate before Governor Dapo Abiodun whenever he is displeased with them.Reacting to the report published by an online blog, Naijamixed, under the headline, “Cabinet members reportedly prostrate before Ogun State Governor when he is displeased with them,” the government described the allegation as a fabrication aimed
  
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• High fuel price: FG engages petroleum marketers, industry regulators

  29-06-2026 21:16 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruThe Federal Government on Monday reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring fairness in the downstream petroleum sector, saying it is engaging petroleum marketers and industry regulators to address concerns over fuel pricing and promote a more transparent pricing regime.Fielding questions from State House correspondents after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiw
  
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• Brazil survive Japan scare, advance to World Cup last 16

  29-06-2026 21:15 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Brazil reached the last 16 of the World Cup on Monday after Gabriel Martinelli scored deep into stoppage time to secure a 2-1 defeat of Japan in Houston.Martinelli’s winner in the sixth minute of time added on settled an enthralling last 32 battle that sends Brazil into a last-16 clash with either Norway or Ivory Coast.
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• NYSC to get new uniform, graduation ceremony as FEC approves reforms

  29-06-2026 21:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a comprehensive reform of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), marking the first holistic review of the scheme since its establishment 53 years ago.The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, disclosed the development on Monday in a post on his X handle, describing the approval as a major milestone in repositioning the NYSC for the future.According to the minister, the reforms are designed to preserve the scheme’s legacy of pro
  
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• Nigeria intensifies efforts to drive green industrialisation, as Alake receives report

  29-06-2026 20:56 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Gabriel EwepuABUJA- THE Nigerian Government has intensified efforts to drive green industrialisation as the Council for Critical Minerals Development in the Global South officially handed over a landmark report to the Minister of Solid Mineral Development, Dr Dele Alake.The handover at AFNIS 2026 closes a loop that began at AFNIS 2024. Since then, the Council, the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, and Core International have collaborated to deliver the report. The ceremony took place a
  
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• 2027 Polls: Court orders INEC to register, grant access code to ADA wiithin 72 hours

  29-06-2026 20:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ikechukwu NnochiriABUJA— The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the All Democratic Alliance (ADA) as a political party.The court, in a judgment delivered by Justice Peter Lifu, equally ordered the electoral body to release its access code to the Akin Ricketts-led leadership of the association within 72 hours.It will be recalled that INEC had, in October 2025, revealed that ADA was among 14 pre-qualified assoc
  
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• At least 1,719 dead in Venezuela quakes: new official toll

  29-06-2026 20:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The death toll from the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela five days ago has risen to at least 1,719, National Assembly president Jorge Rodriguez said Monday.Rodriguez added that 5,034 people were injured in the quakes, which left tens of thousands of people missing.
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• Commercial bus conductor arrested for allegedly stabbing LASTMA officer on duty

  29-06-2026 20:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Olasunkanmi AkoniOperatives of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) have arrested a commercial bus conductor for allegedly stabbing one of its officers during a routine traffic enforcement operation at Ile-Epo Market, inward Abule-Egba, along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway.The incident occurred on Monday when a LASTMA patrol team apprehended a Volkswagen commercial bus with registration number LSR 989 XG for allegedly causing traffic obstruction along the busy Ile-Epo Market
  
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• Act before Muslims run out of patience, NSCIA tells FG

  29-06-2026 20:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA — The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, has warned the Federal Government and security agencies to act before Muslims ‘run out of patience’, saying persistent attacks, profiling and marginalisation of the faith and its adherents could deepen religious tensions.The council said Muslims had deliberately responded with restraint despite what it described as repeated provocation, insisting that patience should not be mistaken for weakn
  
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• Senegal MPs back constitutional reform reducing president’s power

  29-06-2026 20:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Senegal’s National Assembly passed a bill revising the balance of power between the country’s executive and parliament on Monday, prompting the president to announce a national referendum on the matter.The bill was passed by an overwhelming majority in a tense atmosphere marked by heated exchanges, an opposition boycott and scuffles outside the building during which police used tear gas, AFP journalists saw.The measure strengthens the powers of the National Assembly and the prime mi
  
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• LP better positioned to sweep Abia in 2027, says State Chairman

  29-06-2026 20:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Dismisses Abure faction as ‘headless snake’By Steve OkoThe Abia State Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Hon. Peter Azubuike, has declared that the party is stronger, more united and better positioned than ever to dominate the 2027 general elections, attributing the confidence to Governor Alex Otti’s performance in office.Azubuike also dismissed the faction led by Julius Abure, describing it as “a headless snake” that no longer poses any political threat to
  
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• Paris funeral homes overwhelmed after record heatwave

  29-06-2026 20:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  France on Monday counted its heat-related deaths, as a funeral business representative said Paris morgues have been overwhelmed by a spike in fatalities during a record-breaking heatwave.The government defended its response to the heatwave, which eased on Sunday after days of punishing temperatures that disrupted daily life and forced the closure of many schools and landmark tourist attractions.Few homes in France are equipped with air-conditioning units, and most schools are not designed to co
  
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• Liverpool transfer blow as Diomande prefers PSG move — Reports

  29-06-2026 20:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeLiverpool have suffered a potential setback in their pursuit of Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande, with the highly rated teenager reportedly favouring a move to Paris Saint-Germain over the Premier League champions.According to the BBC, the 19-year-old RB Leipzig star prefers a switch to the French champions, who are expected to step up talks with the Bundesliga club in the coming weeks.Liverpool had an opening bid worth £69 million, plus a further £17 million in
  
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• FG approves ₦286bn maritime infrastructure, safety projects

  29-06-2026 20:28 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruThe Federal Government on Monday announced the approval of maritime infrastructure and safety projects valued at approximately ₦286 billion as part of efforts to enhance port operations, strengthen maritime safety, and safeguard Nigeria’s marine environment.The approvals were granted during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the Council Chamber, Presidential Villa, Abuja.Briefing State House correspondents at t
  
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• NIPSS denies security breach after gunshots near institute

  29-06-2026 20:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Golok NanmwaJOS — The National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, has dismissed reports of a security breach following gunshots heard near the institute late Sunday night, assuring that its facilities, staff and participants remain safe.The institute said there was no attempt to breach its security perimeter and that all academic and administrative activities were continuing without disruption.In a statement issued on Monday and signed by the Head of the Public A
  
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• Tension in Ughelli North as suspected kidnappers kill guard, abduct teenager

  29-06-2026 20:25 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Akpokona OmafuaireUGHELLI- THERE is tension in Uduere community of Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State as suspected kidnappers killed a security guard kidnapped his 14-year old daughter. This is coming a week after herdsmen attacked and matcheted a young man at Edjekota Community. Though the report is sketchy, Vanguard learnt that the deceased identified as Umukoro Obukohwo Emmanuel was allegedly macheted to death before the teenage girl was kidnapped in the communit
  
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• Police detain 36 over alleged child labour, street hawking in Anambra

  29-06-2026 20:25 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Vincent UjumaduThe Anambra State Police Command has taken 36 persons into custody over alleged involvement in child labour, street hawking and related forms of child exploitation.The individuals, aged between six and 44 years, include 29 rescued children and young persons, as well as seven adults undergoing investigation following their handover by the Anambra State Ministry of Women Affairs.The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said the suspects were identified as
  
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• World Cup: France won’t abandon attacking style against Sweden — Deschamps

  29-06-2026 20:21 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeFrance will stick to the attacking style that powered them through the group stage when they face Sweden in the last 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday, coach Didier Deschamps has said.Les Bleus reached the knockout rounds with a perfect record of nine points, scoring 10 goals against Senegal, Iraq and Norway, although their adventurous approach also allowed opponents to create several chances.Speaking ahead of the clash, Deschamps made it clear France would not sacri
  
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• APC using judiciary to undermine opposition, Obidient Movement alleges

  29-06-2026 20:21 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ,,,Says recent court rulings aimed at weakening opposition ahead of 2027By Henry UmoruABUJA — The Obidient Movement has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of using the judiciary to weaken opposition political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.The movement alleged that recent court decisions involving the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) were politically motivated, claiming they reflected what it described as the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)’s c
  
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• Insecurity: FEC approves airstrip in Benue

  29-06-2026 20:19 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Okays upgrade of snake-bite centre in Gombe, purchase of 10 blood clinic vansBy Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Tuesday approved the construction of an airstrip in Gboko, Benue State, to help security agencies confront security challenges in the state and the Middle Belt.The council also approved upgrading the snake-bite treatment centre in Gombe State to the National Snake Bite Research and Medical Centre, with an expanded mandate for clinical services,
  
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• Benue Volunteer Guards rescue six-year-old kidnap victim, arrest suspect

  29-06-2026 20:19 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Peter Duru, MakurdiOperatives of the Benue State Civil Protection Guards (BSCPG) have rescued a six-year-old boy, Aondonenge Guda, from an alleged kidnap attempt in Buruku Local Government Area of the state and arrested a 25-year-old suspect, Desmond Kwaza.The suspect was apprehended last Friday at Tyowanye while allegedly trying to board a commercial vehicle to Makurdi with the child before transferring him to an alleged buyer in Ikpayonge, Gwer East Local Government Area.Confirming the arr
  
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• Agbakoba urges FG to shield key institutions from executive control

  29-06-2026 20:16 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Says state police alone won’t guarantee reformsBy Olasunkanmi AkoniConstitutional lawyer and former Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) President, Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), has urged the Federal Government to complement its proposed state police reforms by constitutionally insulating key national institutions from executive interference.In a letter dated June 26, 2026, addressed to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, and made available to journalists on M
  
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