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• UniAbuja unveils Nigeria’s first AI-powered academic research ecosystem

  04-06-2026 23:16 via vanguardngr.com
  By Joseph ErunkeThe University of Abuja (UniAbuja) on Thursday unveiled what is believed to be Nigeria’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered academic research ecosystem dedicated to structured thesis, dissertation, and scholarly writing.The platform, tagged ‘Thesis-SpeedWrite’, is designed to support ethical, structured, and disciplined research writing by guiding students, researchers, and academics through the various stages of scholarly work, from topic development a
  
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• You don’t have to show your body to be sexy — Shaffy Bello

  07-06-2026 04:29 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayo OnikoyiVeteran Nollywood actress Shaffy Bello has said she understands why some young women engage in transactional relationships popularly known as “runs,” but urged them not to remain in the lifestyle, stressing the need for growth and self-worth beyond survival choices.Bello made the remarks during an interview on The Morayo Show hosted by Morayo Afolabi-Brown, a conversation that has since gone viral on social media.The full interview was published on the show’s off
  
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• I received mixed reactions to my “Monica” role — Prince Buchi 

  07-06-2026 03:36 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayo OnikoyiActor Prince Buchi, who played Bobo, the younger brother of Monica in the trending movie Monica produced by Uche Montana, has said he received different kinds of comments, labels from the role.Speaking in an interview with Potpourri he said “Yes, there were reactions where people associated me directly with the character, which is something that happens often in storytelling. I received different kinds of comments and labels based on the role, which I take as a sign that the
  
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• ‘I took the stairs, I did the work’ — Adekunle Gold at The Macallan partnership dinner

  07-06-2026 03:28 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayo OnikoyiNigerian music star Adekunle Gold has officially been unveiled as the Nigerian Brand Ambassador for The Macallan, marking a new milestone in his decade-long journey of artistic excellence and cultural influence.The award-winning singer, songwriter and performer celebrated the partnership on Thursday night at an exclusive dinner hosted at Vici, Victoria Island, Lagos, where he reflected on the years of dedication, perseverance and craftsmanship that have defined his career.Speaking
  
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• Jubril Adewale Tinubu and Oando’s strategic push into Nigeria’s energy future

  07-06-2026 02:50 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adebayo AdeoyeKnown for his sharp commercial instincts and ability to execute high-profile transactions, Group Chief Executive of Oando Plc, Jubril Adewale Tinubu, CON,   has increasingly drawn attention within international business circles. His growing portfolio of investments, extending beyond Africa, reflects an ambition shaped not only by scale but by strategic reach. As global markets evolve, his business decisions continue to position him among a generation of African e
  
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• DSS has become Nigeria’s most proactive agency, by Tonnie Iredia 

  07-06-2026 02:48 via vanguardngr.com
  In the past, not many people knew anything about the Department of State Services (DSS) formerly known as the State Security Service (SSS). The few who knew something about the organization merely called it, government spy or the Secret Police because it reportedly operated in secrecy, wearing hoods and silencing anti-establishment critics. Indeed, its personnel wore no recognisable uniform; worked incognito and never said anything in public. The system was easily sustained during a military re
  
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• From begging to banditry: Revolt of the almajiris, by Dele Sobowale

  07-06-2026 02:44 via vanguardngr.com
  “No revolution is the fault of the people but the fault of the government” – Johann Goethe, 1749-1832, VANGUARD BOOK OF QUOTATIONS, VBQ.A revolution is underway in the Northern states of Nigeria. The downtrodden, constituting 99.9 per cent of the population, hitherto docile beggars, saying “rankadede” to the privileged 0.1 per cent are sick and tired of begging. They are now demanding for their own share of “the national cake” to be delivered to th
  
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• Fashion takes centre stage at Ajosepo 2 premiere

  07-06-2026 02:39 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayo OnikoyiNollywood stars brought high fashion and cultural elegance to the premiere of “Ajosepo 2: The Gathering”, which held on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Filmhouse IMAX, Lekki, Lagos, with the “Owambe Glam” theme setting the tone for a night of style and celebration.The event transformed the venue into a vibrant showcase of traditional fashion, with cast members and guests fully embracing the dress code in richly styled aso-ebi, geles, and contemporary indigenous de
  
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• Every home has a God-fearing ‘baddie’ – Kiitan Bukola

  07-06-2026 02:27 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayo OnikoyiNollywood actress and producer Kiitan Bukola has spoken about the inspiration behind her new film God-Fearing Baddie, while also reflecting on her personal lifestyle and spiritual identity.Speaking about how she is perceived by people who do not know her closely, she told Potpourri“I am a prayer warrior; I pray a lot. Most people who don’t know me don’t understand the kind of person I am. Sometimes, once a week, I fast and pray. I don’t need anyone to tell
  
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• House of Yansh Nigeria expands platform for emerging African creators

  07-06-2026 02:24 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayo OnikoyiHouse of Yansh Nigeria Limited is positioning itself as an emerging force in Africa’s rapidly growing digital entertainment industry, creating opportunities for talented individuals to showcase their skills, grow their audiences, and build sustainable careers in the creator economy.Founded by Olaniyi Aluko, House of Yansh Nigeria Limited was established with a vision to provide a dynamic platform where entertainers, influencers, dancers, performers, and content creators can
  
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• Hot new musical twins AG-MAH drop new EP “Elevation Season”

  07-06-2026 02:23 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayo OnikoyiThe hot new six tracks EP which just landed from the stable of twin musical sensation AG-MAH is causing a rumpus in the minds of those who have listened to them or watched them in performance.AG-MAH pronounced “Ejima” is the duo of identical twin brothers Chinemelu Justine Okeke andChikwado Justice okeke.Their new EP is titled “Elevation Season” and currently taking the twins to high places of youthful entertainment.Currently on a tour of the South Eas
  
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• “Trapped” mirrors my feelings of betrayal, pressure — Diva Gold

  07-06-2026 02:11 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayo OnikoyiActress Diva Gold has revealed that her new movie “Trapped” is deeply rooted in her personal experiences, saying the film mirrors her struggles with betrayal, pressure, and expectations within Nollywood.Speaking in an interview with Potpourri, the actress said the project was emotionally intense because it reflects parts of her real-life journey in the industry.“I feel like I didn’t even express myself enough, how I really feel behind closed doors in my roo
  
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• Roll call without Nigeria, by Patrick Omorodion

  07-06-2026 01:57 via vanguardngr.com
  As a young Mass Server (or altar boy as they are called these days) at St. Christopher’s Catholic School on Ikot-Ekpene Street, near the famous Mile 1 market in the Diobu area of Port Harcourt, one song I loved so much in my Hymn Book back then was ‘When the roll is called up yonder’. As a little boy of 14 years back then, I saw myself in those red and white garments of the altar boys standing with that great man of God, Fr. Christopher Obieh, as one of the chosen ones wh
  
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• Burna Boy, Davido, Rema, Ayra Starr feature 4 songs of 18-track FIFA World Cup 2026 album 

  07-06-2026 01:55 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayo OnikoyiThere are four tracks on the official 18-song FIFA World Cup 2026 Album that feature Nigerian artists, according to FIFA’s official track list. Number one on the list and the official Anthem of the World Cup is a duet by Burna Boy and Colombian megastar, Shakira titled “Dai Dai”.Other Nigerian stars, Rema, Davido and Ayra Starr feature with songs like Goals, No Place Like Home and Show me respectively. The standout Nigerian contribution is “Dai Dai&rdq
  
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• Wait for the good news, by Funmi Komolafe

  07-06-2026 01:48 via vanguardngr.com
  Beloved, congratulations! You made it to the sixth month of the year.  Thanks be to God.The sixth month isn’t just the end of the first half of the  year, it can be called the month of Good News because of significant events recorded in the sixth month according to  the Holy Bible.Perhaps you have toiled so much like Peter and your efforts have been fruitless, you can have an overflow if you allow Jesus step into your situation as he did for Peter.At a time like this,
  
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• ‘I cannot promise perfection’, Actress Jessica Larny sends message to future husband

  07-06-2026 01:43 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayo OnikoyiGhanaian actress Jessica Larny has touched hearts with a deeply personal message addressed to her future husband, offering a glimpse into her hopes for love, companionship and a lasting relationship.In the emotional note shared recently, the actress expressed her desire to meet a man whose presence embodies peace, wisdom and sincerity.“I don’t know where you are right now or what path life is taking you through, but I hope you are becoming the kind of man whose presenc
  
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• Svndaypack, Damitotheworld explore love, loss, longing in “Paper Airplanes”

  07-06-2026 01:16 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ayo OnikoyiSvndaypack and alternative singer Damitotheworld have positioned themselves firmly in the same breath as Johnny Drille, Kotrell and Kemuel leaning heavily toward high-energy Amapiano-inspired records built strictly for club rotation. On their collab EP, Paper Airplanes, Svndaypack and alternative singer Damitotheworld show why they belong in the more restrained soundscape.At the centre of the EP is a clear concept: A lover, cut off from communication, continues to send messag
  
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• SCOAN Commemorates 5 years of T.B. Joshua’s legacy with global tribute event

  07-06-2026 01:04 via vanguardngr.com
  On Friday, thousands of worshippers, ministers, dignitaries and partners from across the world gathered at The Synagogue, Church of All Nations (SCOAN) in Lagos, Nigeria, to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the transition to glory of Prophet T.B. Joshua in a moving celebration themed, “Rejoicing With the Saints.”Broadcast live on Emmanuel TV to a global audience, the event brought together people from different nations, cultures and backgrounds in honour of a man whose life, min
  
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• Why you should ditch the booze when you’re pregnant!

  07-06-2026 01:00 via vanguardngr.com
  By Bunmi SofolaIMAGINE when your pregnancy is scanned for the first time so you could see your precious baby growing in the womb, suddenly its whole body gives a shudder and the foetus appears to jump.  Such a movement is known as the startle reflex; and the scan described above are from photographs from scans that were taken by Peter Hepper, a professor of psychology at Queens University, Belfast, an expert on the effects of alcohol on unborn babies. 
  It was once believed that the oc
  
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• Nigerians won’t pay for repatriation from South Africa – Official

  07-06-2026 00:27 via vanguardngr.com
  Nigerians to be evacuated from South Africa will not bear the cost of their repatriation, Mr Kimiebi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has said.Ebienfa said this in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday.He said the ministry would deploy aircraft to bring them home.According to him, the screening of Nigerians in South Africa who registered for evacuation will end on Saturday.“The process, which commenced on June 4, is a joint exerc
  
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• South Africa warns Ghana against ‘spectacles’ during citizens’ evacuation

  07-06-2026 00:03 via vanguardngr.com
  South Africa on Saturday warned Ghana it would “not tolerate public spectacles” in the evacuations of Ghanaian citizens from the country over anti-immigrant tensions.Ghana organised repatriation flights for hundreds of its nationals last month in response to a wave of protests and violence targeting foreigners in South Africa.Ghana’s embassy in South Africa published a video of evacuees waving Ghanaian flags on the aircraft to mark the departure of the latest repatriation
  
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• Gov Eno reaffirms Ibom seaport commitment after Paris talks with AGL

  06-06-2026 23:53 via vanguardngr.com
  By Uko EtimUYO—Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reaffirmed the commitment of his administration and partners to the realization of the Ibom Deep Sea Port Project following a high-level technical engagement with Africa Global Logistics, AGL, Group in Paris, France.A terse statement issued by the State Commissioner for Information, Aniekan Umanah on Saturday in Uyo, said the working session held Friday reviewed the Technical Feasibility Report recently submitted by Worley Parso
  
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• Sesugh didn’t die in our custody, says EFCC

  06-06-2026 23:24 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA — The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Saturday denied claims that Asar Michael Sesugh died in its custody, insisting that Sesugh, who had escaped from detention weeks earlier, was neither in its custody nor on bail when he died.The clarification came as questions persisted over the circumstances surrounding Sesugh’s death, prompting the anti-graft agency to give its account of how a suspect who escaped from custody weeks earlier was late
  
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• Sesugh didn’t die in our custody – EFCC

  06-06-2026 23:24 via vanguardngr.com
  By Luminous JannamikeABUJA — The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Saturday denied claims that Asar Michael Sesugh died in its custody, insisting that Sesugh, who had escaped from detention weeks earlier, was neither in its custody nor on bail when he died.The clarification came as questions persisted over the circumstances surrounding Sesugh’s death, prompting the anti-graft agency to give its account of how a suspect who escaped from custody weeks earlier was late
  
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• Portugal, Belgium prepare for World Cup with wins

  06-06-2026 23:21 via vanguardngr.com
  Portugal and Belgium both won in front of their home fans on Saturday ahead of their latest attempts at World Cup breakthroughs.Portugal beat Chile, who are not going to the World Cup, 2–1 in Oeiras, near Lisbon.Belgium cruised to a 5-0 victory over fellow World Cup qualifiers Tunisia in Brussels.Although the games were notionally friendlies, there were red cards in both.Portugal started Cristiano Ronaldo.The star had a strike ruled offside just before half-time before he went off amid a
  
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• Obi faults Tinubu’s security strategy, urges comprehensive approach to insecurity‎

  06-06-2026 22:46 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry UmoruPresidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has taken a swipe at what he described as President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s failure to adopt a reactive approach in tackling insecurity, as he calls for a holistic and coordinated response in addressing the country’s worsening security crisis.‎Obi, in a statement titled “What Our Pervasive Insecurity Requires: A Holistic, Not Reactive Approach,” expressed concern over rep
  
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• Ousted Senegal PM Sonko re-elected head of party amid political crisis

  06-06-2026 22:41 via vanguardngr.com
  The speaker of Senegal’s National Assembly, Ousmane Sonko, a powerful mentor-turned-rival to President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, won re-election Saturday as head of their party amid a political crisis sparked by their falling-out.Sonko, who was sacked as Faye’s prime minister on May 22, easily won a leadership vote at a congress of their Pan-African Pastef party in Diamniadio, outside the capital Dakar, according to a text read out at the gathering.Faye won the presidency after widely
  
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• Police rescue Adelabu’s sister, twin sons from kidnappers

  06-06-2026 22:30 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adeola BadruOperatives of the Nigeria Police Force have rescued Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, alive during a late-night rescue operation carried out around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, 2026.Two suspected kidnappers were neutralised in a gun duel with police operatives, while two firearms were recovered from the gang.The victims, including the younger sister of former Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, were abducted around 7:30 a.
  
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• Macron rolls out €23bn investment plan to strengthen Africa partnerships

  06-06-2026 22:08 via vanguardngr.com
  By Favour UleborFrench President Emmanuel Macron has announced a €23 billion (about $27 billion) investment package targeting Africa’s energy, agriculture, digital technology, industry and maritime sectors, as France seeks to strengthen its economic presence on the continent.The announcement was made at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, where leaders, investors and business executives gathered to discuss new partnerships between Africa and France amid growing global compet
  
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• Umahi applauds progress on Mararaba-Keffi road, urges prompt funding

  06-06-2026 21:36 via vanguardngr.com
  By Favour UleborMinister of Works, David Umahi, has commended China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) for the quality and timely execution of the reconstruction and expansion of the 43.65-kilometre Mararaba-Keffi Road project, while calling for the prompt release of outstanding funds approved for the project.Umahi made the remarks on Saturday, during an on-the-spot assessment of the road project, which was awarded by the Federal Ministry of Works in June 2023 under the Federal Road Infrastruct
  
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