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• Reps endorse Akande for ICJ seat

  04-06-2026 07:55 via vanguardngr.com
  Deputy Speaker backs Nigerian-born UK nomineeBy Gift ChapiOdekina, AbujaABUJA — The House of Representatives has endorsed the candidacy of Nigerian-born international law scholar, Dapo Akande, for a seat on the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for the 2027–2036 term.The endorsement was announced on Wednesday by Deputy Speaker of the House, Benjamin Kalu, during a courtesy visit by Akande and officials of the British High Commission to the National Assembly in Abuja.Kalu describe
  
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• Police reject alleged leak of operational details in Oyo abduction probe

  05-06-2026 18:34 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adeola BadruThe Oyo State Police Command has dismissed a widely circulated publication claiming to contain operational details of the ongoing investigation into the recent abduction incident in Ahoro-Esiele, Oriire Local Government Area, describing the report as false, speculative and capable of undermining security operations.In a statement issued on Friday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, said the publication, which purportedly revealed the identities of suspect
  
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• FIFA raises payments to clubs that send players to World Cup

  05-06-2026 18:28 via vanguardngr.com
  Clubs whose players go to the World Cup or appeared in qualifying will receive increased compensation this summer, FIFA, the governing body of world football, announced on Friday.FIFA said it had increased the amount of money in its Club Benefits Programme to $355 million (306m euros). It had already announced last September that it planned this increase of 70 percent from the amount distributed for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.While FIFA does not give total revenue figures for the World Cup, it
  
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• Yamal named La Liga player of the year

  05-06-2026 18:22 via vanguardngr.com
  Teenage Barcelona striker Lamine Yamal was named player of the year in La Liga on Friday after spearheading the club’s drive to the title.The winger succeeds his Brazilian teammate Raphina, who won the award in 2025.Yamal missed much of the first half of the campaign with groin issues but still managed 16 goals and 12 assists in the 28 Liga games he played.AFP
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• Putin rules out imminent Zelensky meeting

  05-06-2026 18:17 via vanguardngr.com
  Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday ruled out meeting his Ukrainian counterpart any time soon, a day after Volodymyr Zelensky called for a sit-down between the leaders to end the four-year war.Speaking at an economic forum in his home city of Saint Petersburg, Putin said he saw “no point” in meeting Zelensky until the terms of a possible peace deal had been agreed.He also vowed to press on with Russia’s military offensive until its war goals had been achieved in full.Ru
  
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• World Cup: FIFA introduces new pre-match ceremony for squad players

  05-06-2026 18:12 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabFIFA has announced a revised pre-match ceremony format for the 2026 World Cup that will now involve every player listed in a matchday squad, instead of only the starting eleven.Traditionally, only the starting players from both teams line up at the centre of the pitch before kickoff. However, all selected players will now walk onto the pitch through a dedicated arch alongside youth escorts before gathering around the centre circle for the national anthems.FIFA also confirmed
  
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• Alleged bribery: S’Court orders extradition of ex-Mint boss Okoyomon to UK for trial

  05-06-2026 18:04 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ikechukwu NnochiriThe Supreme Court on Friday approved the extradition of the former Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Company (NSPM), Emmanuel Okoyomon, to the United Kingdom to face bribery charges.In a unanimous decision, a five-member panel of the apex court dismissed an appeal Okoyomon filed to set aside the June 6, 2016 judgment of the Court of Appeal in Abuja, which gave the Federal Government the go-ahead to extradite hi
  
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• Insecurity: Makinde imposes statewide night-time ban on ‘Okada’ operations

  05-06-2026 17:58 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adeola BadruGovernor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has imposed a statewide night-time ban on commercial motorcycle operations in the state, barring okada riders from operating between 10:30 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. as part of a broader security crackdown aimed at curbing criminal activities and enhancing public safety.The restriction formed a key component of Executive Order No. 002 of 2026, signed by the governor on Friday to strengthen security, enforce vehicle registration regulations and improve t
  
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• Absence of judge stalls judgment in suit seeking to deregister ADC, 4 others

  05-06-2026 17:54 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ikechukwu NnochiriThe Federal High Court in Abuja has deferred its judgment on the case seeking to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties.The other political parties the suit seeks to invalidate are the Action Peoples Party (APP), Action Alliance (AA), Accord Party (AP), and Zenith Labour Party (ZLP).Although the court had scheduled the matter for judgment on Friday, proceedings could no
  
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• Nigeria not 100% ready, but can contain Ebola — NCDC

  05-06-2026 17:28 via vanguardngr.com
  By Chioma ObinnaThe Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Dr. Jide Idris, on Friday admitted that Nigeria is not fully prepared for a possible Ebola outbreak but insisted that the country can still contain the deadly virus if it enters the country.Addressing a press briefing in Lagos amid growing concerns over the Ebola outbreak in parts of East Africa, Idris said that although Nigeria’s preparedness level is not at 100 percent, mechanisms alrea
  
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• Alleged N36m fraud: Court puts Blessing CEO’s bail application on hold

  05-06-2026 17:28 via vanguardngr.com
  Justice D.I. Dipeolu of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday reserved ruling on the bail application filed by social media influencer and relationship therapist, Okoro Blessing Nkiruka, popularly known as Blessing CEO.The ruling will now be delivered on June 9, 2026.This was disclosed in a statement shared on the EFCC X page on Friday.
  Blessing CEO is standing trial on a two-count charge filed by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC),
  
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• FCT Police impound over 30 vehicles in tinted glass crackdown

  05-06-2026 17:14 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe FCT Police Command has commenced a major enforcement operation against vehicles with unauthorised tinted glass, covered number plates, and improper registration, citing their increasing use in criminal activities across Abuja.Speaking at a press conference on Friday at the FCT Police Command Headquarters, the Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, said intelligence reports revealed that criminal elements frequently exploit such vehicles to conceal their identities
  
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• 10 iPhones you can buy under ₦500,000 in Nigeria

  05-06-2026 17:08 via vanguardngr.com
  By Mary AgbabiakaWith the cost of new smartphones remaining high, many in Nigeria are turning to older iPhone models that still offer excellent performance at more affordable prices.
  From reliable cameras to long-lasting battery life, several iPhones can be purchased for less than ₦500,000 in Nigeria;1. iPhone 13
  The iPhone 13 is widely regarded as the best iPhone available under ₦500,000. Equipped with the A15 Bionic chip, 5G connectivity, and an impressive dual-camera system, it d
  
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• US military rejects Iran’s claim of firing on American warships

  05-06-2026 17:03 via vanguardngr.com
  The US military on Friday rejected Iran’s claim that it fired warning shots at American warships, saying it would have been a serious breach of the fragile ceasefire between the two countries.“Iranian forces did NOT attack or fire at US Navy warships. Doing so would be a gross violation of the ceasefire,” US Central Command, which oversees American forces in the Middle East, said in a post on X.AFP
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• FIFA bans vuvuzelas, laser pointers from 2026 World Cup stadiums

  05-06-2026 17:01 via vanguardngr.com
  Supporters attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup will have to adjust to a stricter set of stadium regulations, with football’s governing body introducing new measures aimed at improving safety and matchday experience across tournament venues.Among the items prohibited inside stadiums are vuvuzelas, air horns, whistles and other devices capable of generating excessive noise. The restrictions will apply at all venues hosting matches in the United States, Canada and Mexico.The decision means the
  
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• Natasha mobilises Kogi voters for PVC registration ahead July 10 deadline

  05-06-2026 16:50 via vanguardngr.com
  By John AlechenuSenator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has charged Kogi residents to participate in INEC’s ongoing Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) registration exercise before it closes on July 10, 2026.In a statement she made public on Friday, the Kogi Central lawmaker urged eligible voters, especially youths and first-time registrants, to obtain their PVCs, describing it as the most powerful tool for shaping the future of communities and the nation.“Your vote remains your voice, and y
  
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• YouTuber, wife terminate pregnancy after diagnosis show baby with Down Syndrome

  05-06-2026 16:48 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabPopular YouTuber Jesse Ridgway and his wife, Ashley, have revealed that they ended a pregnancy after learning their unborn baby had Trisomy 21, commonly known as Down syndrome.Ridgway shared the emotional update through a series of Instagram Stories, explaining that the decision came after weeks of consultations, personal reflection and discussions with medical professionals, genetic counselors, friends and family members.According to him, his initial reaction to the diagnos
  
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• World Cup ticket glitch: FIFA cancels ‘free’ sales, demands payment

  05-06-2026 16:42 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabFIFA has admitted that a website error temporarily allowed about 60 fans to obtain World Cup tickets without payment, before quickly cancelling the purchases and demanding full payment.According to FIFA, the issue occurred during a checkout malfunction that wrongly processed some transactions at zero cost. The governing body confirmed that affected customers were notified on Wednesday, 3 June.FIFA said it “regrets any inconvenience caused” and has given the impac
  
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• Meet ‘Trionda,’ the AI-powered FIFA 2026 official football

  05-06-2026 16:38 via vanguardngr.com
  At every FIFA World Cup, one of the eagerly anticipated subjects has been the design of the official football.From the Telstar at the FIFA 2018 in Russia to the Brazuca at the 2014 edition in Brazil, the official ball has always been a talking point.Who will forget the famous Jabulani when South Africa hosted the tournament in 2010? It was despised by goalkeepers but loved by attackers, especially Uruguay’s Diego Forlan!It was at the Qatar tournament in 2022 that the official ball assumed
  
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• Oyo abduction: NANS rejects strike calls, urges unity against terrorists

  05-06-2026 16:27 via vanguardngr.com
  By Joseph ErunkeThe National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has cautioned labour unions and civil society groups against embarking on strikes and mass protests over the recent abduction of teachers and pupils in Oyo State, warning that such actions could inadvertently serve the objectives of terrorists.In a statement signed by its National President, Comrade Akinteye Babatunde Afeez, NANS expressed deep concern over calls by the Campaign for Democratic and Workers’ Rights, CDWR,
  
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• Davido headlines FIFA World Cup 2026 countdown concert in LA

  05-06-2026 16:21 via vanguardngr.com
  Ace singer Davido, is billed to headline the FIFA World Cup 2026 countdown concert in Los Angelos.The Nigerian superstar joins Diplo’s Major Lazer in performing at the June 10 countdown concert as part of FIFA’s synchronised music event in LA, Toronto and Mexico City to hype the 2026 World Cup.He’s also featured on the official FIFA album “No Place Like Home”, dropping June 5 with four Nigerian artists including Ayra Star and collaboration like Shakira with Burna B
  
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• Court faults CAC, orders restoration of NYCN’s registration

  05-06-2026 16:13 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ikechukwu NnochiriThe Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Friday ordered the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) to restore the registration of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN).In a judgment delivered by Justice Binta Nyako, the court also disbanded the Interim Management Committee (IMC) that the CAC and the Ministry of Youth Development had constituted to oversee the council’s affairs.The court declared the IMC unlawful, holding that the CAC, as a regulatory agency, lack
  
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• Agbese insists signature was forged in Ugochinyere’s Minority Leader endorsement row

  05-06-2026 16:05 via vanguardngr.com
  By Gift ChapiOdekinaDeputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Hon. Philip Agbese, has maintained that his signature was unlawfully used to endorse Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere for the position of Minority Leader, describing the action as forgery and insisting he never supported the lawmaker’s nomination.In a statement issued on Friday, Agbese said his signature was appended to a document for a different purpose but was later used without his authorisation to back Ugochinyere’s
  
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• Ebola: DR Congo faults Spain over cancellation of Chile friendly

  05-06-2026 15:47 via vanguardngr.com
  The Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) has criticised the cancellation of its scheduled friendly match against Chile in Spain over concerns linked to the Ebola outbreak in the African country.The match was due to be played on June 9 in La Linea de la Concepcion, southern Spain, but local authorities called it off on public health grounds.Mayor of La Linea de la Concepcion, Juan Franco, announced that he had signed a decree banning the match following a recommendation from local health offi
  
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• Iran dismisses idea of Trump meeting supreme leader

  05-06-2026 15:43 via vanguardngr.com
  Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has dismissed the idea of his country’s supreme leader meeting Donald Trump, after the US president floated the prospect.On Wednesday, Trump told the New York Post: “Yeah, I’d like to meet him,” when he was asked about a possible encounter, adding that “we probably will meet at some point, depending on how it all works out”.Iran’s top diplomat however played down the chances in an interview with Lebanese media air
  
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• NDC Rep aspirant Klinsmann urges Tinubu to declare national emergency on insecurity

  05-06-2026 15:19 via vanguardngr.com
  A House of Representatives aspirant of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for Anaocha/Njikoka/Dunukofia Federal Constituency in Anambra State, Pharm. Ikeagwuonwu Chinedu Klinsmann, has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately declare a national emergency on insecurity, warning that the escalating wave of violence across the country now poses a serious threat to Nigeria’s unity and stability.Klinsmann, a Sweden-based pharmacist and policy analyst, made the call in a statement issu
  
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• Iran army says fired ‘warning missiles’ at US destroyers in Gulf of Oman

  05-06-2026 15:19 via vanguardngr.com
  Iran’s military said on Friday it had fired “warning missiles” at two US destroyers in the Gulf of Oman, forcing the vessels to leave the area, according to state media.It said the two destroyers left the Gulf of Oman “following the firing of warning missiles” by Iranian forces, according to a statement carried by state news agency IRNA.The operation was in response to “maritime misconduct and harassment, as well as the hijacking of commercial vessels and oil
  
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• Tottenham sign Robertson on free transfer after Liverpool exit

  05-06-2026 15:17 via vanguardngr.com
  Tottenham signed former Liverpool defender Andy Robertson on a free transfer on Friday, ending the Scotland captain’s nine-year spell at Anfield.Robertson will officially join Tottenham on a free transfer on July 1 after his Liverpool contract expires.The 32-year-old nearly left Anfield for Tottenham in January, but Liverpool eventually halted the deal after they were unable to bring back Kostas Tsimikas from the defender’s loan at Roma.Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi was appointed
  
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• ADC will not join any political party – Bolaji Abdullahi

  05-06-2026 15:13 via vanguardngr.com
  By Demola Akinyemi IlorinAhead of the 2027 general elections, the African Democratic Congress (ADC)will not join any political party,but interested parties are free to join us,”our doors are open, “says its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi.Abdullahi spoke in Ilorin on Thursday evening while hosting the members and leaders of the ADC to mark the just-concluded Eid al-Adha celebrations.The National Publicity Secretary of the opposition, ADC, also urged Nigerians t
  
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• LAWMA issues Ebola preparedness advisory to health facilities

  05-06-2026 15:07 via vanguardngr.com
  The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has issued a precautionary advisory to health facilities and medical waste handlers following the Ebola outbreak in parts of East Africa.The Managing Director of LAWMA, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, gave the advisory in a statement on Friday in Lagos.Gbadegesin said the directive was aimed at strengthening preparedness and ensuring strict compliance with infection prevention and medical waste management protocols.He stressed that no confirmed case of Ebola V
  
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