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• World Cup: Davido’s security gesture commended — Obi

  15-06-2026 10:52 via vanguardngr.com
  Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has commended Nigerian music star Davido for drawing global attention to Nigeria’s security challenges during the ongoing World Cup tournament.Obi made the remarks in a post shared on his Facebook page on Monday, where he reflected on Nigeria’s absence from the FIFA World Cup and what he described as the need for stronger leadership to harness the country’s human potential.According to him, Nigeria’s failure to quali
  
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• Police arrest 2 suspects, recover stolen tricycle during raid in A’Ibom

  15-06-2026 16:21 via vanguardngr.com
  By Uko EtimUYO — The Akwa Ibom State Police Command says it has arrested two suspects and recovered a stolen tricycle during coordinated raids as part of its intensified crackdown on crime across the state.The Command made this known in a statement issued on Monday in Uyo by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John.According to John, a resident of Afaha Itam in Itu Local Government Area reported the theft of his TVS tricycle with registration number AFG 094 WZ, and that the tr
  
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• Troops overrun Lakurawa terrorists in Kebbi, recover weapons, IEDs

  15-06-2026 16:20 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiKebbi State — Troops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, have overrun Lakurawa terrorist elements in Kebbi State, recovering high-calibre weapons, improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and logistics items during a clearance operation in the North-West region.The operation, conducted on June 14, 2026, took place around the Dogon Daji general area in Dandi Local Government Area of the state.The spokesperson of the 8 Division Nigerian Army and Sector 2 Operation Fansan Yamm
  
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• NASS, NELFUND push to expand Student loan beneficiaries to 7m

  15-06-2026 16:13 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry UmoruABUJA — The National Assembly (NASS) is collaborating with the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to expand the student loan scheme from 1.6 million to 7 million beneficiaries as part of efforts to deepen access to tertiary education and drive national transformation.Speaking on Monday in Abuja at a one-day national sensitisation programme on student loans, the Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, said the initiative was timely, noting that many indigent student
  
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• Zelensky says had proposed Putin meeting at G7

  15-06-2026 16:10 via vanguardngr.com
  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday he had proposed a meeting with Russia’s Vladimir Putin at the G7 in France, but that Moscow was “not ready” for it.Putin has repeatedly rejected offers for a face-to-face meeting with Zelensky to try to broker an end to more than four years of war.G7 leaders were gathering Monday for summit in France’s Evian-Les-Bains.“Before the G7 started, I’ll be honest, we gave message that we are ready to meet with Putin
  
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• Nnaji denies court-ordered arrest over certificate forgery claims

  15-06-2026 16:07 via vanguardngr.com
  By Chinedu AdonuFormer Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, has dismissed reports alleging that a court ordered his arrest over claims of certificate forgery, describing them as false, misleading, and politically motivated.Nnaji, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for Enugu State in 2027, said the reports were part of a sustained campaign to damage his reputation and political standing.In a statement issued over the weekend and signed
  
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• Onoh defends Bianca Ojukwu’s Ethiopia prison visit

  15-06-2026 15:59 via vanguardngr.com
  …Responds to Ojudu’s CriticismBy Denis Agbo
  Former Southeast spokesman to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Josef Onoh, has responded to Babafemi Ojudu’s criticism of Foreign Affairs Minister, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, over her recent visit to Nigerian inmates in an Ethiopian prison.A video circulating online showed the Minister interacting in a cheerful manner with the inmates, an action Ojudu questioned in a public statement.Onoh, who chairs the Forum of Former Members
  
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• Court adjourns El-Rufai’s trial to June 24 over absence of two co-defendants

  15-06-2026 15:57 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo, KadunaThe Federal High Court sitting in Kaduna on Monday adjourned the trial of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai to June 24, 2026, following the failure of two co-defendants to appear before the court.El-Rufai, who is being prosecuted by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over allegations of abuse of office, financial impropriety, and fraud during his tenure as governor, was present in court when the matter was
  
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• Nigeria’s inflation rises to 15.93% in May — NBS

  15-06-2026 15:56 via vanguardngr.com
  By Progress GodfreyABUJA — Nigeria’s headline inflation rose to 15.93 per cent in May 2026, up from 15.69 per cent in April, as persistent price pressures continued to impact household spending, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released on Monday showed that the index climbed to 140.7, representing an increase of 2.4 points from the previous month.The report indicated that food, transportation, and restaurant services w
  
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• Kaduna police arrest 25 suspects, recover arms, drugs, vehicles

  15-06-2026 15:52 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoKADUNA — The Kaduna State Police Command has arrested 25 suspects linked to kidnapping, murder, armed robbery, car theft and drug trafficking, in a series of coordinated operations across the state over the past two weeks.The Commissioner of Police, Muhammad Rabiu, disclosed this on Monday during a press briefing in Kaduna, noting that the arrests followed intelligence-led operations and inter-agency collaboration.According to him, those arrested include 12 suspected
  
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• FG auctions forfeited properties for N6.15bn, says drug proceeds won’t be enjoyed

  15-06-2026 15:48 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe Federal Government has auctioned four properties forfeited by convicted drug traffickers for a total of N6.15 billion, reaffirming its commitment to ensuring that proceeds of crime do not remain in the hands of criminals.The assets, including a hotel in Lagos, were seized by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and forfeited to the Federal Government through court orders.Announcing the outcome on Monday, NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babaf
  
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• Sevilla’s Mir sentenced to 8.5 years in prison for sexual assault

  15-06-2026 15:46 via vanguardngr.com
  Sevilla striker Rafa Mir has been sentenced to eight-and-a-half years in prison after being convicted of sexual assault and bodily harm, the Valencian community High Court of Justice said Monday.Mir, who was tried on May 28, was found guilty of “one count of sexual assault and one count of bodily harm” by the provincial court of Valencia, the high court said on social media network X, noting the conviction could still be appealed.A second defendant, a friend of the footballer, was a
  
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• Otti vows to position Aba as entertainment, tourism hub

  15-06-2026 15:43 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ugochukwu AlaribeUMUAHIA — Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has pledged to position Aba as a major hub for film production, entertainment and tourism in Nigeria, as part of his administration’s drive to grow the creative economy.Otti made the commitment on Monday while receiving a delegation of Nollywood practitioners led by producer Francis Ifeakandu, who is working on a new film project titled The Chronicles of Enyimba City, an Aba-based production currently in casting stage.The
  
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• Future of Edo oil and gas sector is bright – Momodu

  15-06-2026 15:32 via vanguardngr.com
  By Henry ObettaThe Commissioner for Oil and Gas in Edo State, Mr. Andrew Momodu has urged prospective investors, industry operators and development partners that wish to invest in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector to collaborate with the state stating its current administration is committed to creating an enabling environment that guarantees growth, profitability, and long-term sustainability in the sector.Speaking in an interaction with journalist in Lagos, Momodu stated that Edo State posses
  
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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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• Borno, Adamawa Christian elders urge FG to deploy forest guards to Sambisa

  15-06-2026 15:15 via vanguardngr.com
  By John AlechenuABUJA — Christian elders from Borno and Adamawa states have called on the Federal Government to urgently deploy forest guards to Sambisa Forest, saying the move is necessary to dislodge terrorists and restore security in the North-East.The elders made the appeal in Abuja on Monday at the end of a three-day fasting and prayer session organised by Marghi leaders seeking divine intervention and the release of abducted schoolchildren in parts of Borno and Oyo states.They speci
  
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• Court orders INEC to deregister ADC, Accord, three others

  15-06-2026 15:06 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ikechukwu Nnochiri, ABUJA
  The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) toderegister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties.Read Also: ADC confirms Amaechi as Atiku’s running mateThe other political parties the court directed the electoral body to deregister are the Action Peoples Party (APP), Action Alliance (AA), Accord Party (AP), and Zenith Labour Party (ZLP).The court order followed a judgment deliv
  
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• Neuer becomes seventh oldest player to feature at World Cup

  15-06-2026 15:03 via vanguardngr.com
  Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has spent his glittering career redefining the standards of modern goalkeeping.
  On Sunday, the legendary shot-stopper added yet another historic distinction to his resume during Germany’s commanding 7-1 demolition of Curaçao at the 2026 World Cup.By starting the match, Neuer became the first player aged 40 or over to feature at the 2026 tournament.
  At exactly 40 years and 79 days old, he also cemented his place in football folklore as the seven
  
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• Amichi Anglican Synod demands urgent leadership change in Nigeria

  15-06-2026 15:01 via vanguardngr.com
  By Chimaobi NwaiwuThe Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Diocese of Amichi, has called for urgent change of leadership in Nigeria, warning that any government unable to guarantee the security and welfare of citizens has “lost purpose, legality, usefulness, and continuity.”The position was made in the presidential address delivered by the Bishop of Amichi Diocese, Ephraim Ikeakor, at the Third Session of the Sixth Synod held at St James’ Anglican Church, Azigbo, Nnewi South
  
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• IPOB criticises Soludo over position on Kanu’s release

  15-06-2026 14:47 via vanguardngr.com
  By Steve OkoThe Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has criticised Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Charles Soludo, over his opposition to former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, regarding calls for the release of IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu.In a statement issued on Monday, IPOB spokesperson, Emma Powerful, accused the governor of taking a position that contradicted his earlier public stance on Kanu’s detention.According to the group, Soludo had previously advocated Kanu’s release, ci
  
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• FCT Police arrest suspected kidnap informant, four others in anti-banditry operation

  15-06-2026 14:44 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested a suspected informant linked to kidnapping gangs, along with four other suspects, as part of ongoing operations targeting criminal networks involved in kidnapping and banditry across the territory.The Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Sanusi, disclosed that the arrests followed a recent anti-kidnapping and rescue operation conducted in the Paze–Byazhin area of the FCT on June 9, 2026.According to the police com
  
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• South Africa reassures Nigerian travellers amid security concerns

  15-06-2026 14:38 via vanguardngr.com
  …No Cancellation, No Revised Travel BookingsBy Vera AnyagafuThe South African Consulate General in Lagos has reassured Nigerian travellers, investors and tourism stakeholders that South Africa remains a safe and welcoming destination, following reports of cancelled or revised travel bookings linked to recent protests and alleged incidents involving foreign nationals in some parts of the country.In a statement issued on Monday, the Consulate said it was concerned about disruptions to trav
  
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• Makkah road accident claims life of Nigerian pilgrim

  15-06-2026 14:36 via vanguardngr.com
  A 43-year-old pilgrim from Niger, Alhaji Salisu Ibrahim, has been confirmed dead in Makkah after performing the Hajj rites.The Public Relations Officer (PRO), Niger Pilgrims’ Welfare Board, Jibrin Usman-Kodo, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday that Ibrahim, who hailed from Kontagora LGA, died from injuries sustained in a road crash in Makkah.He said the deceased was involved in the crash while returning from the Holy Mosque.According to the PRO, the late pilgrim died on Satur
  
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• Just in: Tunisia sack manager Sabri Lamouchi after one game at World Cup

  15-06-2026 14:34 via vanguardngr.com
  Tunisia have sacked manager Sabri Lamouchi after just one game at the World Cup.The 54-year-old’s future was thrown into doubt following a disastrous opening match defeat against Sweden in Monterrey.
  Lamouchi watched on as his side were torn apart 5-1 by the Scandinavian outfit, who cruised to a dominant victory to begin their campaign.Following the heavy defeat, reports now claim Tunisia chiefs have acted immediately by parting ways with the former midfielder.The decision comes after a n
  
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• ENUGU: 19-year-old beaten to death over missing N17,000 in Nsukka

  15-06-2026 14:32 via vanguardngr.com
  By Alumona Ukwueze
  NSUKKA —Tension has continued to mount in Amoka Village, Nru Nsukka, in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State, following the alleged killing of a 19-year-old resident, Chiadikaobi Asadu.
  The incident, which reportedly occurred on May 23, 2026, has thrown the community into mourning, with allegations that the teenager was beaten to death by members of his extended family after being accused of stealing money belonging to his father.According to sources, Chiadikaobi
  
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• 19-year-old beaten to death over missing N17,000 in Nsukka

  15-06-2026 14:32 via vanguardngr.com
  By Alumona Ukwueze
  NSUKKA —Tension has continued to mount in Amoka Village, Nru Nsukka, in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State, following the alleged killing of a 19-year-old resident, Chiadikaobi Asadu.
  The incident, which reportedly occurred on May 23, 2026, has thrown the community into mourning, with allegations that the teenager was beaten to death by members of his extended family after being accused of stealing money belonging to his father.According to sources, Chiadikaobi
  
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• Police begin crackdown on vehicles with obscured, invalid number plates in Kogi

  15-06-2026 14:26 via vanguardngr.com
  By Boluwaji Obahopo, LokojaThe Kogi State Police Command has commenced a statewide enforcement exercise against vehicles operating with covered, obscured, unauthorised, defaced, invalid or missing registration number plates as part of efforts to enhance security and curb criminal activities across the state.The operation, which began on Monday, follows a directive from the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, aimed at preventing the use of unidentifiable vehicles for criminal acti
  
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• Abuja mass trial: FG vows to root out terrorism from Nigeria

  15-06-2026 14:25 via vanguardngr.com
  The federal government on Monday said it is determined to stamp out terrorism and its related activities from the country.Mr Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, made this known on Monday while speaking with newsmen shortly after he led a team of lawyers to the Federal High Court in Abuja in the ongoing mass trial of suspected terrorists.”We will fight with every inch of our blood to ensure that we make Nigeria a safe haven for everybo
  
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• Cardoso launches Nigerian overnight financing rate

  15-06-2026 14:16 via vanguardngr.com
  By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefThe Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has launched the Nigerian Overnight Financing Rate (NOFR), saying financial systems must continue to evolve to meet changing economic realities.The NOFR is a daily benchmark interest rate introduced by the CBN in collaboration with the Financial Markets Dealers Association. It reflects the actual, real-time cost of secured short-term borrowing between financial institutions.Speaking at the launch
  
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• ADC confirms Amaechi as Atiku’s running mate

  15-06-2026 14:12 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabThe African Democratic Congress (ADC) has officially named former Minister of Transportation and ex-Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, as the party’s vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 presidential election.The announcement means Amaechi will run alongside former vice president Atiku Abubakar, on the ADC ticket in the next general elections.In a statement issued on Monday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi on its official X pa
  
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