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• NDE endorses Tinubu’s commitment to create jobs for youth – Empowers RHEI beneficiaries in Imo

  06-07-2026 18:34 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — THE National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has said that the President Bola Tinubu-led federal government remains committed to creating more jobs for Nigerian youth, confirming plans to equip beneficiaries of the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI) Phase II in Imo State with business starter packs and vocational tools.Acting Director-General of the NDE, Mr. Edmund Onwuliri, made the pledge during the resettlement ceremony held at the Federal Secretari
  
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• Death toll from Venezuela’s twin earthquakes rises to 3,535

  06-07-2026 22:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The death toll from Venezuela’s twin earthquakes has risen to 3,535, with more than 16,700 injured in the disaster, according to updated official figures released on Monday.The massive June 24 earthquakes flattened entire neighborhoods in La Guaira state north of the capital Caracas, and thousands are still reported missing.The government said 16,740 people were injured in the powerful back-to-back shocks and that over 17,000 were left homeless.The government has not given a figure for th
  
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• Don’t resort to sabotage, APC tells aggrieved aspirants, confirms candidate replacements

  06-07-2026 22:03 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Omeiza AjayiThe ruling All Progressives Congress APC has assured its aggrieved aspirants of a fair hearing, urging them to embrace internal dispute resolution mechanisms rather than actions capable of sabotaging the party.This came as the party confirmed the replacement of several candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.Speaking with Vanguard, Abimbola Tooki, Special Adviser on Media and Information Strategy to APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, gave the assurance in react
  
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• NGE to host 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture July 23

  06-07-2026 21:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has announced it will, on July 23, 2026, host the 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture in Lagos.The Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture is an annual lecture series instituted by the NGE in 2023 to honour the legacy of Alhaji Lateef Jakande, the late iconic journalist, who was a one-time President of the Guild, former Lagos State Governor, and former Minister of Works.According to a press statement by Eze Anaba (President) and Onuoha Ukeh (General Secretary), the l
  
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• AI actress Tilly Norwood to star in feature film

  06-07-2026 21:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Virtual actress Tilly Norwood, who hasn’t been cast in a film since her career was launched in fall 2025, may finally be getting her breakthrough role — despite Hollywood’s disdain.Her creators, studio Particle 6, said Monday they will create a feature film for her to star in, a film that will be produced entirely using artificial intelligence (AI) — with a hand from human writers, human technicians and human actors.The movie title “Misaligned” refers to the
  
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• Court orders remand of 3 suspects over killing of ex-OGTV broadcaster, guard

  06-07-2026 21:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By James OgunnaikeA Magistrate Court sitting in Isabo area, Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Monday ordered the remand of three suspects arrested in connection with the murder of a retired broadcaster with the Ogun State Television (OGTV), Ms. Kitan Oyesiku, and her security guard, Pelumi Adetayo.The Chief Magistrate, Mrs. O.T. Odubanjo, sitting in Court 3, ordered that the suspects, Sodeinde Olajuwon Philip, Sobu Obafunsho and Shakirudeen Ayoola, be remanded at the Oba Correctional Centre for 60 days
  
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• Lagos Police arrest 150 suspects, recover 100 motorcycles, firearms in anti-crime raid

  06-07-2026 21:23 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Esther OnyegbulaThe Lagos State Police Command has arrested 150 suspects and recovered 100 unregistered motorcycles, firearms, suspected stolen property and illicit drugs during a coordinated raid on criminal hideouts in the Igando and Idimu areas of the state.The operation, conducted under the ongoing Operation KO S’AYE, targeted criminal hideouts at Boolar, Okofilling Bus Stop, Igando, and other identified black spots within the Area M, Idimu axis.According to a statement issued on M
  
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• Cyberbullying: Adeyanju cites Tinubu’s words in Sowore defence, tenders video evidence

  06-07-2026 21:14 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Olayinka AjayiHuman rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju on Monday told a Federal High Court in Abuja that President Bola Tinubu had publicly declared that Nigerians were free to criticise and “even insult” him.Adeyanju, while defending Sahara Reporters publisher Omoyele Sowore in his alleged cyberbullying trial, said the President made the remarks before Sowore’s controversial X and Facebook posts that led to the charges filed by the Department of State Services (DSS).According to
  
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• Alia to Tinubu: Benue will “double the numbers” for 2027 as APC unity holds

  06-07-2026 20:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — THE Benue State Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia on Monday reassured President Bola Tinubu that the All Progressives Congress (APC) remains united in the State despite recent internal disagreements.Governor Alia said he was confident the APC would emerge stronger and deliver greater electoral support in 2027.Speaking with State House correspondents after a closed-door meeting with Mr. President at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Alia acknowledged agitations amo
  
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• My blessings are with candidates backed by Gov Abdulrazaq: Emir of Ilorin

  06-07-2026 20:41 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Says Gov has done very well, urges continuous support for him…I’m certain other aspirants will back our candidature: Speaker DanladiThe Emir of Ilorin Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR on Monday offered his official blessings for the candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC), hinging his backing on the good standing of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq who is the leader of the party in the state.The Emir spoke at the palace as several thousands of leaders and members of th
  
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• FG urges Ogun, Ondo communities on total support for Dangote Industrial City, Deep Seaport project

  06-07-2026 20:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Udeme AkpanThe Federal Government has called on host communities in Ogun and Ondo states to give maximum support to the proposed Dangote Industrial City and Deep Seaport project, describing it as a transformative initiative that will create opportunities for economic growth and community development.
  Representing the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, at the combined Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) site visit, Mrs. Rofikat Adebukunola Odetoro commended Dangote Industr
  
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• FG spends N358.3bn on electricity subsidy in Q1 2026 – NERC

  06-07-2026 20:36 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Obas Esiedesa, AbujaABUJA – The Federal Government incurred an electricity tariff subsidy of N358.32 billion in the first quarter of 2026 as it continued to bridge the gap between cost-reflective electricity tariffs and the rates paid by consumers, according to the latest report by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC).In its First Quarter 2026 report released on Monday, NERC said the subsidy represented a 14.44 per cent decline from the N418.79 billion recorded in the
  
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• FIFA says Belgium’s appeal against Balogun decision ‘inadmissible’

  06-07-2026 20:19 via vanguardngr.com
  
  FIFA said on Monday that the appeal by Belgium’s football assocation against the World Cup reprieve for US striker Folarin Balogun was “inadmissible”.“The FIFA Appeal Committee has rendered a request submitted by the Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) as inadmissible in relation to the FIFA Disciplinary Committee’s decision to suspend for one year the match suspension imposed on United States national-team player Folarin Balogun,” FIFA said in a statem
  
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• Kwara APC crisis deepens as Ashiru, Mustapha seek Tinubu’s intervention

  06-07-2026 20:15 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ..Emir Backs Party CandidatesBy Demola AkinyemiILORIN — The crisis rocking the Kwara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) intensified on Monday as aggrieved party leaders, including Deputy Senate Leader, Senator Lola Ashiru, and Senator Saliu Mustapha, warned that the party risks losing the 2027 general elections in the state unless President Bola Tinubu intervenes.The warning came as the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, publicly endorsed the party’s gove
  
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• Police arrest four over N30m kidnap threat in Kebbi

  06-07-2026 20:09 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Haruna AliyuBIRNIN KEBBI — The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested four suspects for allegedly threatening to kidnap a resident of Jega town unless he paid a N30 million ransom.The Command’s spokesman, SP Bashir Usman, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.According to him, the suspects allegedly targeted Aminu Garba after obtaining his phone number through one of his relatives.Usman said the suspects used a newly acquired telephone line and allegedly disguised their voices
  
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• Portugal vs Spain: Ronaldo, Yamal start as Felix returns in World Cup blockbuster

  06-07-2026 20:08 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyePortugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo and Spain teenage sensation Lamine Yamal have both been named in the starting line-ups for Tuesday’s blockbuster 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final clash.Portugal head coach Roberto Martínez has made one change to the side that defeated Croatia, recalling João Félix to the starting XI in place of Rafael Leão, who drops to the bench.Spain boss Luis de la Fuente, meanwhile, has retained the same XI that eased
  
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• APM to unveil blueprint to revive economy, tackle insecurity

  06-07-2026 20:07 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA – The Allied People’s Movement (APM) says it is preparing to unveil a comprehensive governance blueprint aimed at reviving Nigeria’s struggling economy, overhauling the country’s security architecture and restoring public confidence in governance ahead of the 2027 general election.With households squeezed by rising prices, persistent insecurity and unemployment, the opposition party says its proposed agenda focuses on economic recovery, infrast
  
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• Ronaldo starts for Portugal against Spain, Silva benched

  06-07-2026 20:03 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo was named in Portugal’s starting line-up for the last-16 showdown against Spain on Monday as he bids to extend his last World Cup.The 41-year-old will captain Roberto Martinez’s side as they face the European champions at the home of the Dallas Cowboys.With a place in the quarter-finals at stake, Ronaldo will be in the centre of a front three featuring Al Nassr team-mate Joao Felix and Pedro Neto of Chelsea.Bernardo Silva must again make do with a place on the benc
  
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• Tinubu defends FCT’s TSA exit, commissions Body of Benchers Annex, Law School Quarters

  06-07-2026 19:55 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: President Bola Tinubu has defended his decision to remove the Federal Capital Territory Administration FCTA from the Treasury Single Account TSA. Tinubu disclosed this on Monday when he commissioned two separate judiciary and legal sector projects in Abuja, insisting that providing infrastructure for the legal profession does not amount to executive interference in the judiciary.The president was represented at both events by the Secretary to the Government of the Fed
  
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• England receive Reece James boost ahead of Norway quarter-final clash

  06-07-2026 19:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeEngland manager Thomas Tuchel expects Reece James to be available for Saturday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Norway after recovering from a hamstring injury, according to the BBC.James has missed England’s matches against Panama, DR Congo and Mexico after sustaining the injury during the group-stage victory over Ghana, but is expected to resume full training this week.His anticipated return comes as a timely boost for England following Jarell Quans
  
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• Next pandemic won’t wait, WHO tells nations to seal global pact

  06-07-2026 19:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  … Says DR Congo Ebola underscores global risk
  … Insists, every month of delay leaves world less safe
  By Chioma ObinnaThe Director-General of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, on Monday issued a fresh warning that the world remains dangerously exposed to future disease outbreaks, urging countries to put aside differences and conclude negotiations on the landmark global Pandemic Agreement.
  Speaking at the opening of the Seventh Meeting of the Intergovernment
  
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• Fake news threatens national unity, information minister warns journalists

  06-07-2026 19:46 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Hadiza YusufKANO — The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has warned that the spread of fake news and disinformation poses a serious threat to Nigeria’s unity, urging journalists and social media influencers to uphold ethical standards by verifying information before publication.Idris gave the warning on Monday while speaking at the maiden edition of the Arewa Media Summit, organised by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on
  
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• Verve Accelerates African Expansion, Strengthens Global Acceptance Across Leading Digital Platforms

  06-07-2026 19:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Verve International, Africa’s leading payment cards and digital solutions brand, is accelerating its expansion across Africa while strengthening its global acceptance footprint through strategic partnerships with leading digital platforms, reinforcing its role as a key enabler of digital payments and financial inclusion across the continent.Today, Verve has established a strong presence in more than 13 African countries, including Kenya, Uganda, The Gambia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Benin Re
  
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• Brazil federation defends ref criticised by Trump in Balogun storm

  06-07-2026 19:41 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Brazil’s football federation on Monday defended the integrity of a referee who US President Donald Trump said was “a little bit suspect”, amid a furore over FIFA’s reversal of a red card given to US striker Folarin Balogun.Trump took a swipe at Brazilian referee Raphael Claus, who showed Balogun the red card, in the latest episode of a fraught relationship between Washington and Brasilia.“There is nothing in his record that discredits him or gives grounds for
  
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• Customs targets N11.07tn revenue for 2026 after surpassing 2025 goal

  06-07-2026 19:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Henry UmoruABUJA — The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has projected N11.074 trillion in revenue for the 2026 fiscal year, following its record performance in 2025 when it exceeded its revenue target by 10.24 per cent.Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, disclosed this on Monday while defending the Service’s 2025 budget performance and presenting its 2026 revenue and expenditure estimates before the Senate Committee on Customs, Excise and Tariff, chaired by Senator Isah
  
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• Belgium’s appeal against Balogun decision is ‘inadmissible’, says FIFA

  06-07-2026 19:37 via vanguardngr.com
  
  FIFA said on Monday that the appeal by Belgium’s football assocation against the World Cup reprieve for US striker Folarin Balogun was “inadmissible”.“The FIFA Appeal Committee has rendered a request submitted by the Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) as inadmissible in relation to the FIFA Disciplinary Committee’s decision to suspend for one year the match suspension imposed on United States national-team player Folarin Balogun,” FIFA said in a statem
  
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• Onitsha Medicine Market hands over fake, expired drugs worth N430m to NAFDAC

  06-07-2026 19:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Chimaobi NwaiwuNNEWI — The leadership of the Ogbo Ogwu Medicine Market in Onitsha, Anambra State, has handed over fake, expired and other unwholesome drugs valued at more than N430 million to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) for destruction, as part of efforts to rid the market of illicit pharmaceutical products.The drugs, which were handed over on Monday, were seized by the market’s task force between December 2025 and June 2026 during ro
  
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• Trust Ancelotti to rebuild Brazil after World Cup exit — Cafu

  06-07-2026 19:12 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeBrazil legend Cafu has urged the country to keep faith with head coach Carlo Ancelotti, insisting the Italian deserves time to rebuild the national team following its shock exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking a day after Brazil’s 2-1 Round of 16 defeat to Norway, Cafu said the country’s World Cup disappointment should mark the beginning of a new cycle rather than the end of Ancelotti’s tenure.“It’s not the end of the world. It’s th
  
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• Oyo APC says National Assembly candidates’ list remains unchanged

  06-07-2026 19:10 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adeola BadruIBADAN — The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has reaffirmed that its list of candidates for the National Assembly in the 2027 general elections remains unchanged, saying the names are those approved by the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) following the party’s primary elections.The party said the names of its three senatorial candidates and 14 House of Representatives candidates have already been submitted to the Independent National Elector
  
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• Notion that state governors don’t control police a ‘myth’ — Segalink

  06-07-2026 19:01 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabSocial commentator and advocate Segun Awosanya, popularly known as Segalink, has dismissed concerns that the creation of state police would hand governors unprecedented powers, arguing that state chief executives already exercise significant influence over policing in their states.Responding to fears that governors could abuse a state police system, Segalink, while appearing on Vanguard News’ Politics Hub, said the belief that states have little or no control over the
  
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