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• Soludo’s wife reaffirms commitment to protect senior citizens

  15-06-2026 15:17 via vanguardngr.com
  By Vincent UjumaduThe wife of the Anambra State Governor, Nonye Soludo, has reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to protecting the dignity, rights and welfare of elderly citizens.In a message marking the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Mrs Soludo said the government would continue to stand in solidarity with senior citizens, describing them as custodians of wisdom, culture and societal values.She stressed that older persons deserve to age with respect, care and security, free fro
  
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• Hijrah: Adeleke declares Wednesday public holiday

  15-06-2026 22:21 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina AbubakarOsun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has approved the declaration of Wednesday, June 17, as a public holiday to mark the commencement of 1448 Hijrah.In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Rasheed Aderibigbe, on Monday, said the decision will allow Muslims to join in marking the beginning of the new Islamic year.It reads further, “Osun State Government is pleased to announce that Wednesday, 17th June, 2026 will be observed as a Public Holiday to commemo
  
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• Police deploy ICT tools to rescue abducted Oyo teachers, pupils — DIG

  15-06-2026 22:16 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adeola BadruDeputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Information and Communications Technology (ICT), Adegoke Fayoade, has disclosed that advanced policing technology has been deployed in efforts to secure the release of teachers and students abducted by bandits in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, assuring that security operatives were working to ensure their safe rescue without casualties.The DIG made the remarks on Monday during an official duty tour of the Oyo State Polic
  
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• Troops rescue widow of former defence spokesman Rabe Abubakar from bandits

  15-06-2026 21:42 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiTroops of the Nigerian Army, with the support of the Nigerian Air Force, have successfully rescued Mrs Amina Abubakar, wife of the late Major General Rabe Abubakar and former Director of Defence Information, who was abducted by bandits alongside her husband a few weeks ago.Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, while making this known on Monday, said, “The rescue operation followed intensified search-and-rescue efforts conducted by troops of Operati
  
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• ADC deregistration: Atiku fingers Tinubu over plot against opposition

  15-06-2026 21:30 via vanguardngr.com
  By Omeiza AjayiPresidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has condemned a Federal High Court judgment seeking to deregister the ADC and four other opposition political parties, describing it as a dangerous assault on constitutional democracy and further evidence of a coordinated effort to eliminate political opposition ahead of the 2027 general elections.Atiku, in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, on Monday,
  
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• State Police ‘ll solve over half of Nigeria’s security problems – Ex-DSS director, Ejiofor

  15-06-2026 21:26 via vanguardngr.com
  By James OgunnaikeA Former Director of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mike Ejiofor, has renewed his call for the establishment of state police, insisting that the initiative remains one of the most effective solutions to Nigeria’s escalating security challenges.Ejiofor also urged the Federal Government to diversify Nigeria’s defence procurement partnerships, warning against overreliance on a limited number of foreign allies for military equipment and security cooperation.Th
  
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• Osun LG judgement: Withdraw security cover for APC council officials – Adeleke tells police

  15-06-2026 21:23 via vanguardngr.com
  By Shina AbubakarOsun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has called on the Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, to withdraw security cover for controversial local government council officials elected under the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state.The governor disclosed this following the Federal High Court judgement which nullified the tenure determination suit brought before it by the APC council officials.The council officials asked the court to determine whether their tenure ended in
  
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• Obi condemns court-ordered deregistration of ADC, others

  15-06-2026 21:19 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry UmoruPresidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, ahead of the 2027 polls, Peter Obi, has condemned in very strong terms the order given by the Federal High Court in Abuja that the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and four other parties should be deregistered for failing to meet constitutional requirements.The former Anambra State governor, who took a swipe at the pronouncement, warned that the nation’s sacred institutions must not be sacrificed on the altar o
  
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• Deregistration: We won’t allow one-party state, Accord warns

  15-06-2026 21:11 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeThe Accord Party has rejected a court judgment said to have deregistered it and four other political parties, warning that Nigeria must not be allowed to drift towards a one-party state.The party said it was challenging the ruling through the courts and expressed concern that recent developments in the political space could weaken the multiparty system that underpins democratic governance.The position was stated by the Ogun State Chairman of the Accord Party, Hon. Rotimi Ok
  
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• Benue Boat Mishap: Family of six among victims – NIWA

  15-06-2026 20:50 via vanguardngr.com
  By Peter Duru, MakurdiThe National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has confirmed that a family of six was among victims of a weekend boat accident in Makurdi, Benue State, which claimed 11 lives.The NIWA Area Manager in Makurdi, Mr. Andrew Ndahi, disclosed this after a fact-finding visit to Daudu-Dauda settlement, an island community behind the Nigerian Army School of Military Engineering (NASME), where the incident occurred.Ndahi attributed the tragedy to violations of safety regulations, in
  
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• Hezekiah to Soludo: Stop demolishing people’s shops

  15-06-2026 20:49 via vanguardngr.com
  By Emmanuel IheakaOWERRI – The Founder of Living Christ Mission Incorporated, Most Rev. Daddy Hezekiah, has appealed to the Governor of Anambra State Government, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, to halt the demolition of traders’ shops in parts of the state.Hezekiah made the appeal while speaking at his ancestral home in Umugara, Nkwerre, Imo State, saying the exercise was worsening the economic hardship faced by many residents.He expressed concern over the demolition of shops in Onitsha and
  
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• OPC disowns suspects arrested in Adelabu family kidnap case

  15-06-2026 20:42 via vanguardngr.com
  By Dapo AkinrefonLAGOS – The Oodua People’s Congress has distanced itself from individuals arrested in connection with the abduction of the sister and twin nephews of former Power Minister, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, in Ibadan, Oyo State.The clarification followed claims by one of the suspects alleging affiliation with the group.In a statement issued by its President, Mr. Wasiu Afolabi, the organisation said it had no connection with the arrested individuals and rejected any attempt to
  
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• APC may lose 2027 Abia Guber poll if issues persist – Ex-NASS member

  15-06-2026 20:39 via vanguardngr.com
  By Steve OkoUMUAHIA – Former House of Representatives member and founding member of the All Progressives Congress in Abia State, Hon. Mezie Chiekwe Esiaga, has warned that the party risks a poor performance in the 2027 governorship election if internal disagreements over its primary are not resolved.Speaking during a media chat in Umuahia, Esiaga said the party could face a worse outcome than it recorded in 2023 if corrective steps are not taken.He expressed concern over the conduct and o
  
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• DCP Khan Salihu dies in Lagos

  15-06-2026 20:35 via vanguardngr.com
  By Precious Enaike
  Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Finance and Administration, Lagos State Police Command, DCP Khan Salihu, is dead.
  The cause of his death was unknown as at the time of filing this report. However, sources at the Command Headquarters said he had complained of feeling tired after returning from the mosque on Sunday and requested a leave of absence to rest at home.
  He was, however, reportedly rushed to the hospital upon arrival, where he was pronounced dead.
  Confirming
  
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• US won’t need ‘much help’ on Hormuz, Trump says at G7

  15-06-2026 20:33 via vanguardngr.com
  President Donald Trump on Monday told allies the US would not need “much help” in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, as he attended a G7 summit meeting of leading powers in France dominated by questions over his deal with Iran to end the Middle East war.Trump arrived in the spa resort of Evian-les-Bains for the summit hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron flush from celebrating his 80th birthday by watching MMA cage fighting at the White House the previous night.But allies have a
  
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• Four dead, two injured, two arrested in Kwara cult clash

  15-06-2026 20:33 via vanguardngr.com
  By Demola Akinyemi, IlorinThe Kwara State Police Command has confirmed that four persons were killed, two others injured, and two suspects arrested following a cult-related attack at the Post Office area of Ilorin on Sunday evening.The command’s spokesperson, SP Ejire Adetoun Adeyemi, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday afternoon.According to the statement, the incident occurred at about 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 14, 2026, when armed hoodlums reportedly stormed a makeshift bar
  
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• World Cup: 5 players who stood out in Spain, Cape Verde clash

  15-06-2026 20:31 via vanguardngr.com
  Spain’s opening 0-0 draw against Cape Verde was supposed to be a comfortable start to their World Cup campaign. Instead, it became a reminder of the struggles that have haunted the 2010 champions in recent tournaments.While Spain dominated possession, Cape Verde’s disciplined display earned them a historic point on their World Cup debut. Amid the stalemate, several players delivered standout performances.Here are five players who caught the eye in Atlanta.1. Vozinha (Cape Verde)Cape
  
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• World Cup 2026: Debutant Cape Verde hold Spain to goalless draw

  15-06-2026 20:08 via vanguardngr.com
  Spain’s ghosts of recent World Cup horror shows reappeared in Atlanta as the European champions were held 0-0 by debutants Cape Verde in their opening game on Monday.Lamine Yamal was left on the bench as the Barcelona superstar is eased back to fitness after nearly two months out with a hamstring injury and even his appearance as a second-half substitute failed to break down Cape Verde’s dogged defence.Since winning the World Cup for the first time in 2010, Spain have not won a knoc
  
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• Poor sleep in middle age raises risk of heart disease, diabetes — Study

  15-06-2026 19:56 via vanguardngr.com
  By Sola OgundipeHealth experts have urged people in their 50s and 60s to take sleep more seriously, warning that consistently poor sleep can increase the risk of several chronic health conditions, including heart disease, high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes.The warning comes amid growing concerns over the impact of sleep deprivation on physical and mental health, particularly among middle-aged and older adults.Sleep expert and Deputy Chief Executive Officer of The Sleep Charity, Lisa Artis,
  
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• FG opens health power mkt, targets 30% reliable electricity by 2027

  15-06-2026 19:53 via vanguardngr.com
  … As Health, Power Ministers say reform will end hospital outagesBy Chioma ObinnaThe Federal Government on Monday launched a major investment-driven reform to tackle persistent electricity failures in Nigerian hospitals, targeting at least 30 per cent uninterrupted power supply across healthcare facilities by 2027 under the Nigeria Power for Health Initiative (NPHI).The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, and the Minister of Power, Mr. Joseph Olasu
  
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• Otu approves 100% salary increase for doctors in C’River

  15-06-2026 19:50 via vanguardngr.com
  .recruits 2,000 health workersBy Ike Uchechukwu, CALABAR Cross River State Governor, Sen. Bassey Otu, has approved a 100 percent salary increase for medical doctors in the state.He also gave approval for the recruitment of over 2,000 health workers and released funds for the renovation of three public hospitals, in a sweeping overhaul of the state’s health sector.The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Egbe Ayuk who  disclosed this while briefing journalists in Calabar, des
  
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• You’re playing with fire, ADC warns Tinubu govt over deregistration plot

  15-06-2026 19:43 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA — The African Democratic Congress, ADC, on Monday warned the Federal Government and the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, that they were ‘playing with fire’ by backing what it described as efforts to deregister the party through the courts, saying such a move could trigger a political crisis ahead of the 2027 general election.The party said the issue had gone beyond its registration status and now raised broader questions about whether Nigerians
  
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• Saidu urges security bodies to flush out disloyal personnel 

  15-06-2026 19:43 via vanguardngr.com
  Says govt should tighten regulation around mining in  Zamfara By Jimitota Onoyume Arewa leader in the south Alhaji Musa Saidu has enjoined the high command of the military and other security agencies to flush out disloyal personnel  in their midst as they combat  banditry and terrorism in the country, warning that it was high time they were kicked out. Saidu made the appeal in a chat with the Vanguard on the phone, stressing  that those who fail to be committe
  
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• FG moves to tackle agric commodities’ export rejections, sets up TWG

  15-06-2026 19:35 via vanguardngr.com
  By Gabriel EwepuABUJA – THE Federal Government, Monday, moved to tackle agricultural commodities’ rejections by inaugurating a Technical WorkingGroup, TWG, on Agricultural Produce Residue Standards.The Minister of State for Agriculture and FoodSecurity, Dr Aliyu Abdullahi, speaking on the inauguration of the TWG said themove is to reposition Nigeria’s agricultural competitiveness in the globalstage.Abdullahi noted that the rejections had caused Nigeriato make huge economic los
  
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• Enough of empty meetings, Inuwa Yahaya tells Northern leaders

  15-06-2026 19:34 via vanguardngr.com
  Says insecurity, poverty, underdevelopment demand action, not rhetoricBy Ben Ngwakwe, GombeDUTSE, JIGAWA — Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has called for urgent and decisive action to tackle the worsening challenges of insecurity, poverty and underdevelopment in Northern Nigeria, declaring that the era of endless meetings and unimplemented resolutions must come to an end.Speaking at the meeting of the North
  
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• Sit-at-Home: Markets, banks remain largely empty despite Soludo’s warnings

  15-06-2026 19:30 via vanguardngr.com
  By Nwabueze OkonkwoONITSHA — Major markets, banks and business premises in Onitsha, Anambra State, recorded low commercial activity on Monday despite repeated warnings by Governor Chukwuma Soludo against compliance with the sit-at-home order.A visit to key markets, including Onitsha Main Market, Ochanja Market, Marine Modern Market, Ose-Ekwodu Market and Biafra Market, showed that only about 30 per cent of shops were open for business.The state government had warned traders against observ
  
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• Crystal Palace appoint 47-year-old Sage as manager

  15-06-2026 19:30 via vanguardngr.com
  Crystal Palace hired Pierre Sage as their new manager on Monday to replace Oliver Glasner after the Austrian left the UEFA Conference League winners at the end of the season.Sage agreed a three-year contract with the Premier League club having impressed at French side Lens last term.The 47-year-old Frenchman led Lens to a second place finish in Ligue 1, securing qualification for the Champions League, and won the French Cup for the first time in the club’s history.Sage was voted Ligue 1 M
  
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• UK PM announces ban on social media for under-16s

  15-06-2026 19:28 via vanguardngr.com
  Children under 16 will be banned from using social media in the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday, saying such platforms were making youngsters “unhappy”.Some children’s charities welcomed the sweeping change, which is likely to trigger a major fight with US tech giants, but others warned it could make teenagers less safe online.Starmer, likely to face a leadership challenge in the coming weeks, said social media sites were exposing children to content that i
  
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• Kano sets aside N1.5bn for mass wedding programme

  15-06-2026 19:23 via vanguardngr.com
  By Hadiza YusufKANO — The Kano State Government has earmarked N1.5 billion for a mass wedding programme targeting about 3,000 couples across the state.The Commander-General of the Kano State Hisbah Board, Sheikh Ibrahim Daurawa, disclosed this on Monday while briefing journalists on preparations for the exercise.Daurawa said the fund would cover the full cost of the programme, including furniture, food items, clothing materials, dowries, and other support packages for beneficiaries.&ldquo
  
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• 2027: Ogun PDP unveils Sowunmi-Kolapo as Adebutu’s running mate

  15-06-2026 19:23 via vanguardngr.com
  By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State on Monday announced Dr. Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo as its deputy governorship candidate, marking a significant milestone in the party’s preparations for the forthcoming governorship election.The declaration ceremony, which took place at the party State Secretariat, attracted party leaders, stakeholders, youth groups, women organisations and supporters from across the state, who gathered to witness the formal prese
  
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