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• Security forces repel bandit attack on Sokoto LGA Headquarters

  21-06-2026 21:27 via vanguardngr.com
  … Recover Livestock, MotorcyclesBy Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoSOKOTO — A joint security operation involving troops of the 8 Division of the Nigerian Army, police operatives, civil defence personnel, and local security outfits has repelled a bandit attack on Tureta, the headquarters of Tureta Local Government Area of Sokoto State.The attack, which occurred at about 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, prompted an immediate response from security agencies after armed bandits attempted to infiltrate the
  
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• Nigeria records rise in gas output

  23-06-2026 11:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigeria’s gross gas production has risen to 7.63 billion standard cubic feet per day from about 6.83 billion standard cubic feet per day in 2023, the presidency has said.Mrs Olu Verheijen, Special Adviser to the President on Oil and Gas, disclosed this at the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce Energy Day 2026.A text of her presentation at the event, held recently in Lagos, was made available to the News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday.Verheijen also disclosed that the nation’s proven
  
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• England, Ghana eye last 32 as Portugal look for lift-off

  23-06-2026 11:33 via vanguardngr.com
  
  England will aim to become the latest of the World Cup big guns to book their place in the knockout rounds on Tuesday as Portugal attempt to kickstart their campaign after a lacklustre opening draw.A day after Argentina and France sailed into the last 32, England face Ghana in Group L knowing that victory will see them safely into the next phase of the tournament.England launched their campaign last week with a stylish 4-2 win over Croatia, a result that has given the Three Lions camp fresh bel
  
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• Eight dead, five rescued in farmers-herders clash in Kebbi

  23-06-2026 11:28 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Kebbi Police Command has confirmed the death of eight persons in a violent clash between farmers and herders in Gulma Town, Argungu Local Government Area of the state.The command’s spokesman, SP Bashir Usman, disclosed this in a statement issued in Birnin Kebbi on Tuesday.According to him, the victims comprised one farmer and seven herders, while five persons, including a woman, were rescued by security operatives during the unrest.Usman said the incident occurred at about 3:00 p.m. o
  
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• North Korea’s Kim vows to accelerate military buildup

  23-06-2026 11:26 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Kim Jong Un vowed to beef up North Korea’s defence capabilities, citing military modernisation efforts by South Korea and the United States pushing the region “to the brink of a nuclear war”, state media reported Tuesday.Pyongyang is under multiple sets of sanctions over its nuclear programme, and the two Koreas remain technically at war because their 1950-53 conflict ended in an armistice rather than a peace treaty.Kim “in his concluding speech reaffirmed the steadfast
  
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• Local petrol production hits 48m ltrs per day – FG

  23-06-2026 10:49 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The federal government has disclosed that local production of petrol has moved from effectively zero in 2023 to about 48 million litres per day.Mrs Olu Verheijen, Special Adviser to the President on Oil and Gas, disclosed this at the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce Energy Day 2026.A text of her presentation at the event, held recently in Lagos, was made available to the News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday.Speaking on the topic, “Energy in Nigeria: From Potential to Reality”
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• Low turnout mars Nigerian Army recruitment screening in Oyo

  23-06-2026 10:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adeola BadruThe ongoing Nigerian Army recruitment screening exercise in Oyo State has recorded a low turnout of shortlisted candidates, prompting the Federal Character Commission (FCC) to express concern.The FCC warned that the poor participation could affect efforts aimed at ensuring equitable representation in federal recruitment processes, as only 472 of the 941 shortlisted candidates reported for the screening exercise in the state.Speaking with journalists during a monitoring exercise a
  
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• England ‘can beat any opponent’ at World Cup, says Rice

  23-06-2026 10:22 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Declan Rice said England should not fear anyone in their quest to end a 60-year wait for World Cup glory after setting the “benchmark” with a dominant opening victory over Croatia.Despite some defensive issues, the Three Lions stormed to a 4-2 win in Dallas over a Croatia side that reached the semi-finals and final of the last two World Cups.Captain Harry Kane and influential midfielder Jude Bellingham both netted to get their tournaments off to a flying start, while Marcus Rashford&
  
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• Troops rescue 47 people from ISWAP enclave in Borno – Military

  23-06-2026 10:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), have rescued 47 persons, mostly women and children, from the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) enclave in Kangarwa, Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno.This is contained in a statement issued by the Acting Military Information Officer of OPHK, Capt. Mohammed Goni, on Tuesday in Maiduguri.Goni said the victims were rescued following sustained offensive operations by troops against ISWAP strongholds in the Lake Ch
  
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• Those who called Jonathan clueless now in power - Oritsejafor

  23-06-2026 09:33 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Former President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, has said many of the individuals who described former President Goodluck Jonathan as “clueless” during his administration are now in positions of power.Oritsejafor made the remarks during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Monday while responding to criticisms that trailed Jonathan’s administration, particularly allegations that insecurity and corruption thrived
  
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• Algeria beat Jordan 2-1 in World Cup group game

  23-06-2026 09:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Algeria came behind to beat Jordan 2-1 in a World Cup Group J game on Monday, eliminating the Asian debutants from the tournament.Amine Gouiri equalized Nizar al-Rashdan’s opening goal before Nadhir Benbouali scored Algeria’s winner in the 82nd minute in Santa Clara.The win gives Algeria hope of progressing to the knockout round if they can beat Austria in Kansas City on Saturday.Austria lost 2-0 to Argentina earlier on Monday, leaving the South Americans top of Group J on six point
  
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• PokiesAustralia Investigates Bonus Fairness at 63 Australian Online Casinos

  23-06-2026 09:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Most casino reviews focus on the size of a welcome bonus. The assumption is simple: bigger bonuses provide better value. After six months of testing online casinos for , our findings suggest the opposite is often true.Between November 2025 and April 2026, our team at PokiesAustralia deposited real AUD funds into 63 online casino platforms. We completed account registrations, verified identities, claimed bonuses, tested wagering requirements, contacted support teams, and tracked withdrawals from
  
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• Wema Bank secures €50m EIB facility to support SMEs

  23-06-2026 08:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Henry Obetta Wema Bank has secured  a Euro 50 million (N78.5 billion) financing facility from the European Investment Bank’s development arm, EIB Global, to expand access to credit for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with a strong focus on women- and youth-owned businesses.The agreement, signed in Lagos, marks the first transaction between EIB Global and Wema Bank. Under the arrangement, at least 50 per cent of the loans will be directed at youth-owned enterprises,
  
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• Two-goal Haaland fires Norway into World Cup last 32, as Senegal faces exit

  23-06-2026 08:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Erling Haaland scored his second World Cup brace in a row as Norway beat Senegal 3-2 on Monday to punch their ticket to the last 32.Norway substitute Marcus Holmgren Pedersen struck late in the first half in New Jersey before Haaland doubled the lead shortly after the break.Ismaila Sarr cut the deficit for Senegal, only for Haaland to punish more slack defending as Norway moved through to the knockout rounds with a game to spare despite a late consolation from Sarr.Manchester City forward Haala
  
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• Xpress payment eyes AI, IoT for next growth phase

  23-06-2026 08:41 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Elizabeth AdegbesanXpress Payment Solutions Limited has said its next phase of growth will be driven by emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT), after processing transactions worth trillions of naira over the past decade.Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the company, Mr. Wale Olayisade, disclosed this during a public lecture held in Lagos to mark the firm’s 10th anniversary.Speaking on the theme, “A Decade of
  
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• Banditry fight requires citizens’ support — DIG

  23-06-2026 08:41 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoSOKOTO — The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Finance and Administration and Supervising the North-West, Suleiman Mohammad Abdul, has called on residents of Sokoto State to take greater ownership of security by strengthening community vigilance, intelligence sharing and collaboration with law enforcement agencies.Speaking during an interactive meeting with community leaders, civil society groups, religious leaders, youth organisations and other sta
  
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• Fake policeman arrested in Lagos for allegedly stealing officer’s uniform, belongings

  23-06-2026 08:37 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Matthew JohnsonOperatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested a 22-year-old suspect, identified as Onipede Ojo, for allegedly stealing a police officer’s bag containing a camouflage uniform, warrant card, mobile phone, ATM card and other personal belongings, and using the items to impersonate a police officer.The command disclosed that the suspect allegedly wore the stolen police camouflage uniform in an attempt to pass himself off as a serving officer.In a video that circu
  
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• NIWA moves to clean up waterways, boosts blue economy investment

  23-06-2026 08:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Providence AyanfeoluwaThe National Inland Waterways Authority, NIWA, has intensified efforts to unlock the economic potential of Nigeria’s inland waterways with the commencement of a comprehensive clean-up programme aimed at tackling pollution, enhancing navigational safety and attracting investment into the nation’s blue economy.To drive the initiative, Parts Central Limited has been mandated to provide strategic oversight and implementation support for the project, which s
  
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• Adamawa Police arrest 57 suspects in crackdown on Shilla gang activities

  23-06-2026 08:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe Adamawa State Police Command has arrested 57 suspects in a sustained crackdown on Shilla gangsterism, drug abuse, public nuisance and other criminal activities across the state.The operation was carried out under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, Kabiru Umar Hassan.In a statement, the command’s spokesperson, Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, said the suspects had been charged to court.According to him, the arrests were made during a coordinated operation targetin
  
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• Petrol depot prices fall in Lagos as Dangote holds firm

  23-06-2026 08:24 via vanguardngr.com
  
  •Rain Oil leads cuts with N18/litre reduction•Diesel prices crash by up to N70/litreBy Udeme AkpanDepot prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, eased across several terminals in Lagos yesterday  as petroleum marketers adjusted prices amid shifting supply dynamics in Nigeria’s downstream oil market.The latest market data showed a broad-based decline in Lagos, with most major depots reducing their ex-depot prices by between N1 and N18 per litre, while
  
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• Fidson hails BoI, EIB  roles  in expanding pharmaceutical manufacturing

  23-06-2026 08:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Etop EkanemFidson Healthcare Plc has commended the Bank of Industry (BoI) for providing concessionary financing that has supported the growth of pharmaceutical manufacturing in Nigeria.The commendation followed a visit by delegations from the European Investment Bank (EIB) and BoI to Fidson’s manufacturing facility in Sango-Ota, Ogun State.The visit was part of the implementation of the €50 million healthcare financing partnership between EIB Global and BoI aimed at boosting
  
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• Nwosu commends Wike over infrastructure development in Abuja

  23-06-2026 08:16 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Henry UmoruABUJA — Former Chief of Staff to a former Imo State governor, Ugwumba Uche Nwosu, has praised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for what he described as remarkable infrastructural development across Abuja.Speaking with journalists in Abuja, Nwosu said residents and visitors to the nation’s capital could clearly see the impact of ongoing development projects being executed under Wike’s leadership.He noted that the FCT Minister had d
  
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• Nigeria loses N3.2trn annually to transport inefficiencies — Expert

  23-06-2026 08:08 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Providence AyanfeoluwaThere are indications that Nigeria loses N3.2 trillion annually ($4billion) to transport inefficiencies,  including gridlock, poor modal integration and logistics fragmentation.The Chairman of Global Transport Policy (GTP), Dr. Oluwasegun Musa, said this in his remark at the 2026 Annual GTP conference in Lagos.He said that the country’s logistics cost as a percentage of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) stands at over four percent compared to a global best pr
  
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• Mudslide cuts off access to Obudu Ranch Resort

  23-06-2026 08:08 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Emma UnaCALABAR — A section of the road leading to the Obudu Ranch Resort in northern Cross River State has been cut off following a mudslide triggered by torrential rainfall in the area.The collapse occurred when part of a hillside gave way and crashed onto the road connecting the resort base to the mountaintop facility, disrupting movement between both locations.A source in the area told Vanguard that the mudslide deposited large rocks, trees and mud across the road, making it impass
  
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• Terrorism financing, arms supply major security challenge — Anthony Sani

  23-06-2026 08:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoFormer Secretary-General of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Anthony Sani, has identified the sources of funding and weapons for terrorist groups as one of the most critical challenges confronting Nigeria’s efforts to tackle insecurity.Speaking on the increasing sophistication of terrorist operations, Sani said the persistent question of how insurgents acquire arms and financial resources continues to worry security experts and governments worldwide. He recalled t
  
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• Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, June 23, 2026

  23-06-2026 08:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Nigerian naira traded at relatively stable levels against the United States dollar on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, across both the official and parallel foreign exchange markets, as market participants continued to monitor liquidity conditions and foreign exchange demand.Latest data from the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) showed that the naira exchanged at approximately ₦1,366.41 per dollar at the official market. The NFEM rate, which is published by the Central Bank of Nigeria, r
  
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• SEC partners Rwanda to accelerate African market integration

  23-06-2026 07:59 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Peter EgwuatuThe Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rwanda’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA), aimed at deepening cooperation and accelerating integration of African capital markets.Speaking at the signing ceremony in Abuja, Director-General of SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, stressed the need for greater collaboration among African markets.“We need to cooperate in Africa, invest in each other’s markets and grow our contine
  
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• Why smuggling persists across Nigeria’s borders

  23-06-2026 07:51 via vanguardngr.com
  
  As Customs seizes 870 smuggled vehicles worth N3.88bn in 15 monthsBy Efe OnodjaeStakeholders in the automobile and maritime sectors have identified delays and high clearing costs as major reasons Nigerian car importers patronise neighbouring countries’ ports and also resort to smuggling.Data from the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) show that no fewer than 870 vehicles were seized between 2025 and the first quarter of 2026 over violations linked to importation as well as smuggling.Accor
  
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• Honour terms of your visa, US Mission warns Nigerians

  23-06-2026 07:09 via vanguardngr.com
  
  •Restates warning against overstayBy Nkiruka NnoromUnited States Mission in Nigeria has reminded Nigerian travellers to strictly comply with US immigration laws, saying adherence to visa terms was key to protecting future travel and study opportunities.The reminder, shared under the hashtags #VisaWiseTravelSmart, comes amid ongoing efforts by the US to curb visa overstays and maintain the integrity of its immigration system.In a message posted on its official X handle yesterday, the m
  
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• Starmer: Presidency, Peter Obi bicker over call for Tinubu’s resignation

  23-06-2026 07:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  •Tinubu should resign like Starmer, says Obi •Call childish, hollow, puerile — PresidencyBy Henry Umoru & Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — THE Presidency and the presidential candidate of Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, for the 2027 elections, Peter Obi, were yesterday locked in a war of words over the resignation of British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer.While Obi asked President Bola Tinubu to resign, having failed to deliver on his electoral premises as Starmer, the
  
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