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• Qatar earn first ever World Cup point with late goal

  13-06-2026 23:26 via vanguardngr.com
  Qatar’s Boualem Khoukhi stunned Switzerland with a late equaliser as the sides played out a 1-1 draw in their opening match at the World Cup on Saturday.A Breel Embolo penalty had broken the deadlock for Switzerland early in the first half in the San Francisco Bay Area, before the wasteful favourites were made to pay as Qatar earned their first ever point at a World Cup.Qatar, appearing in just their second finals after hosting the 2022 World Cup, looked rusty after the war in the Middle
  
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• Fuel Supply: NMDPRA grants new import permits to seven oil marketers 

  24-06-2026 08:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Udeme Akpan,    Energy Editor Nigeria’s downstream petroleum regulator has approved a fresh round of fuel import permits for major oil marketers as concerns grow over domestic supply level.The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) issued the new approvals to selected marketers for the third quarter of 2026, covering the importation of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, and Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), or diesel.The lat
  
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• SEC grants fresh licences to BGL firms, clears return to capital market operations

  24-06-2026 07:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Peter EgwuatuTHE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has granted fresh approvals to three companies within the BGL Group, authorising them to resume operations across key segments of the Nigerian capital market.The approvals, contained in separate letters issued by the Commission, covering BGL Securities Limited, BGL Capital Limited and BGL Asset Management Limited, allowing the firms to operate respectively as Broker/Dealer, Issuing House, and Fund/Portfolio Manager.The development sig
  
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• Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, June 24, 2026

  24-06-2026 07:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The naira continued to trade within a relatively stable range against the United States dollar on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, across both the official and parallel foreign exchange markets.Data from the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) showed the naira trading at around ₦1,369 to the dollar, with the official market maintaining the narrow trading band seen in recent weeks. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s exchange rate data indicated that the currency has remained broadly stable d
  
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• Cardoso launches CBN Naira Ambassadors Club

  24-06-2026 07:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  •Urges Nigerians to protect currencyBy Emma Ujah, AbujaGovernor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has launched the CBN Naira Ambassadors Club, a campaign aimed at promoting respect for and proper handling of the Naira among young Nigerians.Speaking at the inauguration of the club, comprising secondary school students in the Federal Capital Territory, Cardoso said: “The Naira is much more than paper and polymer. It is the legal tender of the Federal Republic o
  
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• Net forex inflow  falls 24% to $6.92bn

  24-06-2026 07:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ByElizabeth Adegbesan Net Foreign exchange (forex) into the economy fell  by 24 per cent, month-on-month, MoM to $6.92 billion in February from $9.22 billion recorded the previous month. The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN disclosed this in its monthly economic report for February 2026.The report showed that  the decline in net forex was driven by a 22.9 per cent, MoM  decline in foreign exchange inflow into the economy during the month, which cancelled the impact of
  
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• I don’t see the level of hunger Nigerians complain about — Onanuga

  24-06-2026 07:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, has said he does not share the view that the level of hunger often described by critics reflects the reality across Nigeria, insisting that many Nigerians are benefiting from policies introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration.Speaking during an interview on Arise Television on Tuesday, Onanuga argued that several government initiatives have delivered tangible benefits to citizens, citing infrastructure projects, student loans and credit fac
  
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• Explosion: Police dispatch particles to Abuja for forensic analysis

  24-06-2026 04:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  •Traders recount how incident happenedBy Esther Onyegbula, Florencemary Nwabueze & Mike AkandePolice in Lagos, yesterday, dispatched particles recovered from the explosion, which took place in Oke Mushin area of the state, to Force Headquarters, Abuja, for more forensic analysis. The suspected Improvised Explosive Device, IED, detonated beneath a parked vehicle in the area about 6 a.m., at 22, Wey Street, Oke Mushin, when the owner of the gold Toyota Sienna with registration numbe
  
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• Global anti-terror action: US cracks down on Lagos-based ISIS financier, BDC operator

  24-06-2026 04:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ***Bureaux de Change operator listed with address in Agege, Lagos State, and Kano, linked directly to ISIS-West AfricalAction taken under US Executive Order 13224, targeting networks operating in France, Turkiye, Syria and NigeriaBy Nkiruka Nnorom, with agency reportsLAGOS — The United States has sanctioned a Lagos-based ISIS financier,, Mukhtar Adamu Muhammad, 35, and three bureaux de change linked to him for allegedly moving funds for the group, as part of a sweeping action targeting IS
  
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• US – Israel post-victory bickering, by Ochereome Nnanna

  24-06-2026 03:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Together, they went to fight and defeat a common enemy, the Islamic Republic of Iran. But they came out of it bickering. The United States of America and the Jewish State of Israel enjoy what both sides term an “unbreakable bond.” This bond developed organically after US President Harry Truman summarily recognised the State of Israel when it declared its independence in 1948.
  Israel earned the respect and friendship of America through intelligence wizardry and military invincib
  
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• Holding the Development Commissions accountable

  24-06-2026 03:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The controversy surrounding the spending practices of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) has once again highlighted the urgent need for strict oversight of Nigeria’s zonal Development Commissions. These agencies were created to serve as vehicles for accelerated regional development, not platforms for bureaucratic excess, questionable expenditures or administrative extravagance. The concerns raised over the management of the SEDC under Mark Okoye therefore deserve serious attenti
  
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• Makinde imposes 16-hour curfew in 10 Oyo LGAs over security concerns

  24-06-2026 03:08 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adeola BadruThe Oyo State Government has declared a 16-hour curfew in 10 local government areas of the state, with effect from Wednesday, 24 June 2026.Governor Seyi Makinde approved the curfew, which will run daily from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. and remain in force for an initial period of 48 hours.The directive was contained in a memo issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Musibau Babatunde, who said the measure was aimed at addressing security concerns in local government
  
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• The Iran–US peace arrangement, by Usman Sarki

  24-06-2026 02:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  “As long as the same passions and interests subsist among mankind, the questions of war and peace, of justice and policy, which were debated in the councils of antiquity, will frequently present themselves as the subject of modern deliberation” — Edward GibbonEdward Gibbon’s words ought to resound in the meeting rooms of Switzerland today, like bells tolling for all humanity. No man, woman or child is untouched by war, even when far removed from the theatre in which
  
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• The war we must fight to win

  24-06-2026 02:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By SUNNY IKHIOYA Nigeria has a distinct culture of its own that she does not share with any country in the world; the only country that has fought wars and not taken advantage of them to develop its own science and technology. I believe religion and ethnicity have really turned our thinking upside down; we have now traversed into Thomas Hobbes’s brutish society. A few years ago, 24 February 2022, almighty Russia invaded Ukraine, with all the confidence that it would be a short-t
  
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• Video: Djed Spence ‘snubs’ Partey during World Cup handshakes

  24-06-2026 00:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Djed Spence appeared to bypass Thomas Partey during the pre-match handshakes ahead of England’s World Cup Group L clash against Ghana, amid the ongoing legal case involving the former Arsenal midfielder.Television footage showed the Tottenham defender walking past Partey during the customary pre-match greetings, while the Ghana international appeared to exchange handshakes with other members of the England squad.
  Djed Spence was the only England player who refused to shake Thomas Partey&r
  
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• Police rescue 38 foreign nationals, probe illegal immigration in Lagos

  24-06-2026 00:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Police Command in Lagos has rescued 38 foreign nationals from a possible mob attack in Epe area and launched investigation into alleged illegal immigration activities.Commissioner of Police, Mr Fatai Tijani, disclosed this on Tuesday while briefing journalists at the Command Headquarters in Ikeja.The rescue operation was carried out on June 17 after officers intervened to prevent a breakdown of law and order involving the foreign nationals.He said: “The foreign nationals comprise citi
  
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• England left frustrated by Ghana in World Cup draw

  24-06-2026 00:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  England suffered a World Cup setback on Tuesday as Thomas Tuchel’s side were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Ghana, leaving them with work still do as they bid to progress to the knockout stage as Group L winners.Nico O’Reilly came closest to scoring with a late header for England that hit the bar, but after the promise of their opening 4-2 win over Croatia, this was a performance that will raise doubts as to their chances of going all the way and winning the tournament.They domin
  
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• Fully tinted vehicles not acceptable in Nigeria – IGP

  23-06-2026 23:38 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mr Olatunji Disu, said the Nigeria Police Force would not fully accept tinted vehicles on Nigerian roads and would, at a later date, begin enforcement against them.Disu said this on Tuesday in Abuja during a courtesy visit by a delegation from the Nigerian Bar Association led by its President, Mr Afam Osigwe, SAN.“On the issue of tinted glass, I have a different view about it entirely because we have a security situation in the country now.“If
  
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• IGP bans unauthorised social media use by Police Officers

  23-06-2026 23:12 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Matthew JohnsonThe Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, has prohibited unauthorised social media activities by personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, warning that such actions could undermine the Force’s integrity, professionalism and public image.The directive, contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Iniedu, followed concerns over the increasing involvement of police officers in social media activities while in uniform or
  
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• FULL LIST: US names Nigerian, companies linked to financing terrorism

  23-06-2026 23:10 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The United States has designated a Nigerian national and three companies operating in Nigeria as alleged facilitators of financial activities linked to the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS).The designations were part of a broader action announced by the US Department of State, targeting three individuals and six entities accused of helping ISIS move funds across borders.US Department of State spokesperson Thomas Pigott said:“Today’s designations target three individuals and six
  
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• Insecurity: Makinde imposes 16-hour curfew in 10 Oyo LGAs

  23-06-2026 23:08 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adeola BadruThe Oyo State Government has declared a 16-hour curfew in 10 local government areas of the state, with effect from Wednesday, 24 June 2026.Governor Seyi Makinde approved the curfew, which will run daily from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. and remain in force for an initial period of 48 hours.The directive was contained in a memo issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Musibau Babatunde, who said the measure was aimed at addressing security concerns in local government
  
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• Oba of Benin orders spiritual warfare against banditry in Edo

  23-06-2026 23:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II has directed traditionalists across Edo South Senatorial District to deploy “spiritual warfare” and lay curses on perpetrators of banditry and other violent crimes.Oba Ewuare gave the directive on Tuesday, during a meeting with native doctors, priests and priestesses at his palace in Benin.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that the Edo government also announced plans to establish special courts to handle
  
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• Peter Obi to Tinubu: Ensure enthronement of responsible leadership, accountability

  23-06-2026 22:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Henry UmoruABUJA- THE Presidential candidate or the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC ahead of 2027 Presidential and general elections, Peter Obi has taken a swipe at the presidency, insisting that President Bola Tinubu must ensure the enthronement of responsible leadership and accountability.Recall that Obi had advised President Bola Tinubu to consider resigning his position like the British Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer.According to Obi, it became imperative for President Tinubu to step
  
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• Grieving Deschamps to miss France’s final World Cup group game

  23-06-2026 22:41 via vanguardngr.com
  
  France coach Didier Deschamps is to return home after his mother died and will miss his team’s final World Cup Group I match against Norway, the French Football Federation announced Tuesday.“Didier Deschamps will not be able to be on the bench on Friday for the final Group I game,” said the federation in a statement.“The coach had the painful experience this morning of learning of the death of his mother. He will return to France to attend the funeral.”In Deschamps
  
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• President Trump to attend World Cup final, present trophy – FIFA

  23-06-2026 22:34 via vanguardngr.com
  
  US President Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final in New Jersey on July 19 and present the trophy to the winners, FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced on Tuesday.“We will be together with the president enjoying the final and handing the trophy to the winner, of course, together,” Infantino told Fox and Friends.Infantino has cultivated a close relationship with Trump, awarding him with a newly created FIFA peace prize at the World Cup draw in Washington last year.The dec
  
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• Tinubu urges investors to harness Nigeria’s tech-savvy youth workforce

  23-06-2026 21:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday said Nigeria’s youthful population remains its greatest asset, assuring foreign investors of a tech-savvy workforce ready to compete and thrive in the global economy.Tinubu gave the assurance while receiving a delegation from Mastercard, led by its Global Chief Executive Officer, Michael Miebach, at the State House, Abuja.This is contained in a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday in Abuja.The president welcomed Master
  
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• ‘I’m back’, says Ronaldo as Portugal run riot against Uzbekistan

  23-06-2026 21:51 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cup campaigns and silenced his critics after “a dark week” as the Portugal captain struck twice in a 5-0 annihilation of Uzbekistan on Tuesday.The big win in Houston put Portugal on the brink of the knockout rounds and was a resounding response to the 41-year-old’s doubters.Ronaldo’s goal after six minutes made history — trumping even Lionel Messi — by scoring at six World Cups stretching back to
  
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• Trade, tax, economy take centre stage as ACCI announces 21st trade fair

  23-06-2026 21:43 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Progress GodfreyABUJA – The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has announced plans for the 21st Abuja International Trade Fair (AITF), scheduled to hold from September 25 to October 6, 2026 in Abuja, with a focus on strengthening trade, attracting investment and deepening policy dialogue around taxation and the wider economy.The Chamber said the fair would serve as a major platform for businesses, investors, policymakers and development partners to engage on economic challen
  
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• Xiaomi Unveils Xiaomi 17T Series, Bringing Dual Sizes, Telephoto Capabilities Across the Lineup, and Leica Live Moment

  23-06-2026 21:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Xiaomi today unveiled the latest additions to its T Series smartphone lineup with the brand new Xiaomi 17T Series, including Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro in Nigeria. Combining an advanced Leica 5x telephoto camera and eye-care display with an ultra-large capacity battery, Xiaomi 17T Series comes as an imaging flagship encased in a refined design. Introducing dual sizes to the T Series for the first time, this lineup is set to deliver an exceptional experience, crafted for modern users.Transfor
  
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• DIG activates violent crime response unit in Kebbi

  23-06-2026 21:11 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin KebbiDeputy inspector General of Police northwest, DIG Sulaiman Muhammed Abdul on Wednesday officially lunched Nigeria Police violent crime response unit in Kebbi state.The Police chief said that his visit to Kebbi and lunch of the violent crime response unit was based on the inspector General of Police directive to show his commitments to reducing crime in the country.According to him,VCRU is technology driven as it embodies data collections of crimes being planned by c
  
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