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• Adeleke extends UNIOSUN VC’s tenure by two years

  01-09-2026 00:00 via punchng.com
  
  Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has approved a two-year extension of the tenure of the Vice-Chancellor of Osun State University, Prof. Clement Adebooye. A statement signed by the UNIOSUN Public Relations Officer, Ademola Adesoji, obtained in Osogbo, said Adeleke announced the extension on Monday while inaugurating the reconstituted Governing Council of the university at theRead More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-extends-uniosun-vcs-tenure-by-two-years/
  
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• Zambia president begins second term as rival faces treason charges

  01-09-2026 13:14 via punchng.com
  
  Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema was sworn in for a second term Tuesday with the main opposition leader—who was the runner-up in last month’s elections—in jail on treason charges. The August 13 ballot was marred by allegations of intimidation, pro-government bias and restrictions on the opposition, tarnishing the copper-rich country’s democratic reputation. Thousands of people wearingRead More: https://punchng.com/zambia-president-begins-second-term-as-rival-fa
  
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• Messi legacy will live forever, says Beckham

  01-09-2026 13:14 via punchng.com
  
  David Beckham said Lionel Messi’s “legacy will live forever” after the Argentina legend announced his retirement from international football. Messi on Monday revealed he had called time on his remarkable career with Argentina after 207 caps and 125 goals. The 39-year-old won the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and his last game for his countryRead More: https://punchng.com/messi-legacy-will-live-forever-says-beckham/
  
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• 2027: Tunji-Ojo-backed group begins voter education drive in Ondo

  01-09-2026 13:14 via punchng.com
  
  As the campaign for the 2027 general election begins across the country, a campaign support group sponsored by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has commenced a statewide voter education programme to sensitise residents on the need to exercise their civic responsibility in the election. In a statement issued on Monday by the coalition’s presidentRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-tunji-ojo-backed-group-begins-voter-education-drive-in-ondo/
  
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• Ogun issues fresh flood alert ahead of September rains

  01-09-2026 12:58 via punchng.com
  
  The Ogun State Government has issued a fresh flood alert ahead of the second phase of the 2026 rainy season, advising residents in vulnerable communities to remain vigilant and relocate to safer locations where necessary. The warning, according to a statement issued on Tuesday by the Commissioner for Environment, Ola Oresanya, followed a forecast byRead More: https://punchng.com/ogun-issues-fresh-flood-alert-ahead-of-september-rains/
  
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• Ekiti to unlock tourism potential through cultural festivals

  01-09-2026 12:58 via punchng.com
  
  The Ekiti State Government has begun moves to explore the cultural festivals of different communities to harness the economic potential of tourism in the state. The Director-General of the Ekiti State Bureau of Tourism Development, Wale Ojo-Lanre, said the state government had urged communities to formally register their cultural festivals with the bureau. Ojo-Lanre, whoRead More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-to-unlock-tourism-potential-through-cultural-festivals/
  
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• 2027: Atiku pledges direct payment of LG funds

  01-09-2026 12:58 via punchng.com
  
  The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has pledged to ensure that funds meant for Nigeria’s local governments are paid directly to them immediately after he is sworn in as President. Atiku made the pledge in a statement signed and posted via X.com by his official spokesperson, Kenneth Okonkwo, on Tuesday. TheRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-atiku-pledges-direct-payment-of-lg-funds/
  
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• Ekiti 2027: APC, ADC, 10 other parties set for battle over 26 Assembly seats

  01-09-2026 12:49 via vanguardngr.com
  By Rotimi Ojomoyela, Ado-EkitiThe All Progressive Congress (APC), African Democratic Congress (ADC) and ten other political parties have fielded 174 candidates for the 26 seats in the Ekiti State House of Assembly in the 2027 general election.This was contained in a document signed and made available to journalists by the Ekiti State Legal Officer I of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Sina Ogundana.The document showed that the All Progressives Congress (APC), African Democr
  
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• Breaking: Eight feared trapped in Kwara building collapse

  01-09-2026 12:48 via vanguardngr.com
  By Demola Akinyemi
  No fewer than eight persons have been feared trapped in a collapsed two-storey building in Ilorin, Kwara State capital.Vanguard reliably gathered that the incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday morning.The incident reportedly happened at 5:30 am at PopoGiwa, Madalasi Zhogoro area, off Sijikobi Road in llorin West Local Government Area of the state.Vanguard reliably gathered that among those trapped in the building are nursing mothers and children.Officers of the stat
  
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• 2027 Presidency: Court adjourns Atiku’s suit challenging Tinubu’s eligibility to Sept 28

  01-09-2026 12:42 via vanguardngr.com
  …as judge gags parties from discussing case on social mediaBy Ikechukwu Nnochiri, AbujaThe Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Tuesday fixed September 28 for further proceedings on the suit seeking to stop President Bola Tinubu from seeking re-election in 2027 over alleged certificate forgery.The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1888/2026, was brought before the court by a former vice president and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar.While the ADC wa
  
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• 152 terrorists killed, 142 arrested, 219 surrender as Zulum hails troops

  01-09-2026 12:35 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ndahi Marama, MaiduguriAt least 152 members of Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists have been killed, with 142 others arrested by Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) in significant operational successes across the North East theatre between 1 and 31 August 2026.He added that a total of 219 terrorists surrendered to the security forces during the period under review.This is as Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State commended troops for their courage, resilience and sustained commitment to maint
  
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• Turaki-led PDP faction endorses G-100 move to defeat APC

  01-09-2026 12:26 via punchng.com
  
  The Kabiru Tanimu Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party has endorsed the G-100 initiative to create an all-opposition front ahead of the 2027 general elections. The faction made its position known in a statement issued on Tuesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, following the first G-100 meeting held on Monday at theRead More: https://punchng.com/turaki-led-pdp-faction-endorses-g-100-move-to-defeat-apc/
  
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• Man City chase Fernandez, Arsenal eye Alvarez on transfer deadline day

  01-09-2026 12:26 via punchng.com
  
  Manchester City hope to seal a blockbuster move for Enzo Fernandez, while Arsenal have their sights set on Julian Alvarez in the final hours before the transfer window closes. With Premier League clubs unable to sign players until January once Tuesday’s 2200 GMT deadline passes, City, Arsenal and company have one last chance to improveRead More: https://punchng.com/man-city-chase-fernandez-arsenal-eye-alvarez-on-transfer-deadline-day/
  
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• How 15 NYSC members, others were rescued from kidnappers in Kogi — Police

  01-09-2026 12:26 via punchng.com
  
  The Kogi State Police Command has revealed how security forces rescued 15 National Youth Service Corps members and six other abducted persons from kidnappers in Egume Forest, Ofu Local Government Area of the state. The Commissioner of Police in Kogi State, Naziru Kankarofi, disclosed this on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Tuesday. Kankarofi saidRead More: https://punchng.com/how-15-nysc-members-others-were-rescued-from-kidnappers-in-kogi-police/
  
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• Iran faults EU over support for US economic pressure

  01-09-2026 12:25 via vanguardngr.com
  Iran has condemned the European Union’s support for additional U.S. economic pressure, accusing Europe of abandoning its claimed strategic autonomy.Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei made the remarks on Monday in a post on X.Baghaei was responding to an EU statement issued during the G20 finance meeting, where the bloc welcomed efforts to compel Iran to end what it described as destabilising activities and engage in good-faith peace negotiations.The EU also backed addition
  
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• Ex-APC presidential aspirant withdraws from active politics

  01-09-2026 12:12 via punchng.com
  
  A former presidential aspirant of the All Progressives Congress, Adamu Garba, has announced his withdrawal from active political participation. Garba made this known in a statement posted on his X handle on Tuesday, saying he would focus exclusively on his technology company. He said his decision followed “careful reflection” and was driven by the demandsRead More: https://punchng.com/ex-apc-presidential-aspirant-withdraws-from-active-politics/
  
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• EPL: Arteta joins 250-game club, ranks fourth in win percentage

  01-09-2026 12:12 via punchng.com
  
  Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta marked his 250th game in charge of a single Premier League club in Monday’s 1-0 away win against Aston Villa. A 59th-minute strike from Bukayo Saka sealed the victory for the Gunners as they maintained a perfect two wins in their first two games of the new campaign. According to BBCRead More: https://punchng.com/epl-arteta-joins-250-game-club-ranks-fourth-in-win-percentage/
  
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• We’ve no plans to ban Keke operations — Abia govt

  01-09-2026 12:12 via vanguardngr.com
  …Processes fresh batch of S’Africa xenophobia returnees, records 77% network coverageBy Steve OkoThe Abia State Government has allayed fears over a possible ban on commercial tricycles, popularly known as Keke, declaring that it has no plans to stop their operations in the state.Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, made the clarification while briefing newsmen at Government House, Umuahia, on the outcome of this week’s State Executive Council meeting presided over
  
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• Police shoot knife-wielding woman after four-minute standoff

  01-09-2026 12:10 via vanguardngr.com
  Police in New York shot and killed a 49-year-old woman after she allegedly stabbed two people in Times Square before refusing repeated orders to drop two knives, authorities said.The incident occurred on Monday afternoon along Seventh Avenue near West 42nd Street, one of the busiest areas of Manhattan, with thousands of commuters, tourists and families in the area at the time.According to New York Police Department Commissioner Jessica Tisch, officers confronted Pamela Cisneros after she allege
  
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• IPOB gives FG 14 days to list Kanu’s appeal, threatens election boycott

  01-09-2026 12:06 via vanguardngr.com
  The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has given the Federal Government 14 days to ensure that the appeal filed by its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, is listed and heard, threatening a total boycott of elections across Biafraland and beyond if the demand is not met.IPOB made the demand in a statement issued on Tuesday by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, in which it criticised the pace of proceedings following Kanu’s conviction.The group alleged that while the Federal Government had moved swiftly to
  
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• Retirement: Three times Messi scored against Nigeria

  01-09-2026 12:03 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabLionel Messi on Monday announced his retirement from international football after an illustrious career with Argentina, leaving behind a record that includes winning the World Cup.Messi played in six world cups, scoring 125 goals. He also faced the Super Eagles four times at senior international level, with all four encounters ending in victories for Argentina.His first senior encounter with Nigeria came at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, where Argentina secured a 1
  
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• IPOB threatens 2027 election boycott over delay In Kanu’s case

  01-09-2026 11:56 via punchng.com
  
  The Indigenous People of Biafra has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, demanding the immediate listing and hearing of its detained leader, Nnamdi Kanu’s appeal or face a boycott of the 2027 general election across the South-East and other parts of “Biafraland.” The ultimatum was issued in a press statement released on TuesdayRead More: https://punchng.com/ipob-threatens-2027-election-boycott-over-delay-in-kanus-case/
  
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• APM postpones Makinde/Daura presidential campaign office unveiling

  01-09-2026 11:56 via punchng.com
  
  The Allied People’s Movement has changed the date for the official unveiling of the Makinde/Daura Presidential Campaign Office from the earlier announced date of Thursday, September 3, 2026, to Monday, September 7, 2026. The National Publicity Secretary of the party, Abubakar Yusuf, stated this in a statement on Tuesday, according to the Special Adviser (Media)Read More: https://punchng.com/apm-postpones-makinde-daura-presidential-campaign-office-unveiling/
  
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• TECNO Will Bring Next-Gen Bezelless Concept Phone and 360° Hinge MEGABOOK T15 360 Pro to IFA ShowStoppers 2026

  01-09-2026 11:45 via punchng.com
  
  AI-driven innovative technology brand TECNO is set to showcase at IFA ShowStoppers 2026 a broad portfolio that reimagines technology through advanced innovations, distinctive design and more personalized experiences. Highlights include the Next-Gen Bezelless Concept Phone, 360° hinge touchscreen laptop MEGABOOK T15 360 Pro and the Tonino Lamborghini TECNO Collection. Visitors are invited to experience TECNO’sRead More: https://punchng.com/tecno-will-bring-next-gen-bezelless-concept-pho
  
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• Ogun issues fresh flood alert, urges residents to relocate

  01-09-2026 11:40 via vanguardngr.com
  The Ogun government has issued a fresh flood alert ahead of the second phase of the 2026 rainy season, advising residents in vulnerable communities to relocate to safer locations.Mr Ola Oresanya, the Commissioner for Environment, gave the alert in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abeokuta on Tuesday.Oresanya explained that the warning followed a forecast by the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMet) identifying Ogun among states expected to experience heavy rainf
  
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• Benue Killings: FG, US interventions very helpful — Gov Alia

  01-09-2026 11:35 via vanguardngr.com
  Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has described interventions by the Federal Government and the United States as “very helpful” in addressing the persistent insecurity in Benue and other parts of the North-Central region.Alia spoke on Tuesday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, where he also called for stronger collaboration among states in the region to develop a coordinated response to insecurity.The governor said the region needed to move beyond
  
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• Man City chase Fernandez, Arsenal eye Alvarez on deadline day

  01-09-2026 11:31 via vanguardngr.com
  Manchester City hope to seal a blockbuster move for Enzo Fernandez, while Arsenal have their sights set on Julian Alvarez in the final hours before the transfer window closes.With Premier League clubs unable to sign players until January once Tuesday’s 2200 GMT deadline passes, City, Arsenal and company have one last chance to improve their squads.Frantic last-minute spending is on the agenda as City try to finally seal a swoop for Chelsea midfielder Fernandez.Chelsea value Fernandez at a
  
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• ICC U-19 World Cup Qualifier: Nigeria thrash Malawi by 94 runs

  01-09-2026 11:29 via vanguardngr.com
  By Jacob AjomNigeria’s Junior Female YellowGreens continued their impressive start to the ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier Division 1 in Tanzania with a commanding 94-run victory over Malawi U-19 Women on Match Day 2.The victory followed Nigeria’s four-wicket win over Uganda in their opening match, giving the Junior Female YellowGreens two consecutive wins in the competition.After Malawi won the toss and elected to bowl, Nigeria posted 152 for seven in 20 overs
  
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• Kogi gov hails rescue of 15 NYSC members, six others

  01-09-2026 11:26 via punchng.com
  
  The Kogi State Government has commended the joint security forces for the successful rescue of 21 kidnapped victims in Dekina Local Government Area of the state, describing the operation as a demonstration of tactical excellence and effective inter-agency collaboration. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, theRead More: https://punchng.com/kogi-gov-hails-rescue-of-15-nysc-members-six-others/
  
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• FG makes tertiary institution ranking compulsory for varsities, polytechnics

  01-09-2026 11:26 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government has made participation in Nigeria’s national tertiary education ranking exercise compulsory for all universities, polytechnics and colleges of education, expanding the scheme beyond universities. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, announced this on Tuesday in Abuja at a meeting with the Nigerian Universities Ranking Advisory Committee, which has now been expandedRead More: https://punchng.com/fg-makes-tertiary-institution-ranking-compulsory-for-varsities-pol
  
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