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• Child rights group raises concern over illegal adoption, trafficking

  27-08-2026 21:05 via punchng.com
  
  The Child Protection Network Nigeria has disclosed that it received no less than 36 cases of child abuse within a few months, which includes physical abuse, neglect, child trafficking, sexual abuse and illegal adoption. The National Coordinator of the organisation, Olakunle Sanni, disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja at a press briefing on the stateRead More: https://punchng.com/child-rights-group-raises-concern-over-illegal-adoption-trafficking/
  
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• How Nigeria lost Adidas, Puma sponsorship deals — Pinnick

  29-08-2026 20:05 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabFormer Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick has explained the circumstances surrounding the exit of sportswear giants Adidas and Puma from Nigerian football, alleging that the actions of some Nigerians contributed to the breakdown of the relationships.Pinnick made the disclosure during an interview with former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh on the YouTube programme, The Pinnick Tapes (Remastered): NFF Scandals EXposed.He recalled that Adidas had indica
  
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• Petrol price rises 9% to N1,310/litre despite falling crude oil prices – Report

  29-08-2026 20:02 via vanguardngr.com
  By Udeme Akpan & Ediri EjohDespite a five per cent drop in crude oil prices to $87.31 per barrel from $92, the domestic price of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as petrol, rose by nine per cent to N1,310 per litre from N1,205 per litre yesterday.Checks by Vanguard showed that MRS, a major downstream player, increased its retail price to N1,310 per litre from N1,205 per litre in Lagos and its environs.The checks further showed that other marketers raised their retail prices to between
  
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• Diphtheria: Katsina teaching hospital runs out of bed space

  29-08-2026 20:01 via punchng.com
  
  The ongoing diphtheria outbreak in Katsina State has placed the Federal Teaching Hospital Katsina under severe pressure, with a surge in suspected and confirmed cases overwhelming its Children’s Ward. The hospital management, in a statement issued on Saturday, said the facility was receiving a large number of patients referred from other health facilities, stretching itsRead More: https://punchng.com/diphtheria-katsina-teaching-hospital-runs-out-of-bed-space/
  
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• CITAD asks NIMC DG to quit APC campaign council

  29-08-2026 20:01 via punchng.com
  
  CITAD demands NIMC DG Bisoye Coker-Odusote resign from APC campaign council, citing conflict of interest and risk to national identity database integrity.Read More: https://punchng.com/citad-asks-nimc-dg-to-quit-apc-campaign-council/
  
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• Army says hackers attempted breaching official X account

  29-08-2026 19:56 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe Nigerian Army said on Saturday it has detected and is actively responding to an attempted unauthorised access to its official X (formerly Twitter) account.Col Appolonia Anele, Acting Director, Army Public Relations, in a statement said, “The incident, which occurred at about 1700 hours (5pm) on Saturday, 29 August 2026, is being treated as a cybersecurity breach.The Army said, “Immediate technical and protective measures are being activated to secure the accou
  
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• Soldiers’ mutiny rocks Niger capital, as junta claims to be back in control

  29-08-2026 19:51 via vanguardngr.com
  Mutinying soldiers led armed clashes in Niger’s capital Saturday, alarming residents, but the ruling junta said it had largely wrested back control after hours of heavy exchanges around some of its most sensitive sites.But while the fighting had subsided later Saturday, the rebel troops were said by a regional security source and an African diplomatic source to still be holding two barracks around Niamey, including one at a large air base near the capital’s airport.When the fighting
  
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• Juma Jux threatens legal action over alleged child paternity rumour

  29-08-2026 19:45 via vanguardngr.com
  Tanzanian singer Juma Jux has denied reports alleging that he fathered a child with another woman, describing the claims as false and warning that those responsible could face legal action.The ‘Ololufe Mi’ crooner addressed the allegation in a statement shared on his Instagram Story after the claims continued to circulate online.Jux said he initially chose to ignore the reports but decided to respond after they began affecting his name, family, businesses and reputation.“Repor
  
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• Friend tricked me into kidney removal, spent payment on gadgets — Victim

  29-08-2026 19:35 via vanguardngr.com
  By Enitan AbdultawabA young Nigerian, Samuel Ezekiel, has narrated how his friend allegedly deceived him into undergoing kidney removal and later spent part of the money he received on electronic gadgets.Ezekiel made the disclosure while speaking to journalists during the parade of suspects linked to an alleged organ-harvesting syndicate operating in Abuja and Nasarawa State.According to him, his friend, Emmanuel Odeh, initially told him they were going to a hospital, and he followed because he
  
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• 2027: North-West must repay Tinubu with votes — Kaduna gov

  29-08-2026 19:31 via punchng.com
  
  Kaduna Governor Uba Sani urges North-West to support Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, citing significant benefits from his administration. Mobilisation efforRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-north-west-must-repay-tinubu-with-votes-kaduna-gov/
  
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• Troops kill scores of Boko Haram terrorists, foil attack on Borno LG

  29-08-2026 19:25 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ndahi Marama, MaiduguriTroops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have successfully foiled a terrorist attack on Kukawa town, Borno State, neutralising several terrorists and significantly degrading the fighting capability and mobility of the terrorist group through a coordinated ground and air response.This was disclosed by the Acting Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI, Captain Mohammed Goni, in a press state
  
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• FG urges more funding for AU Peace Fund to strengthen peace operations

  29-08-2026 19:19 via vanguardngr.com
  By Favour UleborThe Federal Government has urged African Union (AU) member states to increase funding for the AU Peace Fund to strengthen peace operations and the continent’s capacity to prevent and resolve conflicts.In a statement on Saturday, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, made the call at the 26th Extraordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union in Luanda, Angola, convened on the theme, “Strengthening Mechanisms for Conflict
  
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• Ogun APC primary: Ipokia LG disowns Hunye, backs Yayi for 2027 governorship

  29-08-2026 19:16 via vanguardngr.com
  By James Ogunnaike, AbeokutaThe All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership in Ipokia Local Government Area of Ogun State has dissociated itself from former governorship aspirant, Mr Abayomi Hunye, saying his recent political activities and public statements do not represent the position of the party.The party stated this on Saturday at a press conference held at the APC secretariat in Ipokia, following recent political activities by Hunye, who last weekend unveiled a running mate and insisted t
  
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• YPP boycotts Anambra LG poll over violence, irregularities claims

  29-08-2026 19:15 via punchng.com
  
  The Young Progressives Party (YPP) boycotted the Anambra LG election, citing widespread violence, irregularities, and alleged gunshots in Otuocha.Read More: https://punchng.com/ypp-boycotts-anambra-lg-poll-over-violence-irregularities-claims/
  
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• Shettima demands accountability for food security interventions

  29-08-2026 19:15 via punchng.com
  
  VP Kashim Shettima demands greater accountability in Nigeria’s food security interventions, ensuring public resources translate to tangible outcomes for faRead More: https://punchng.com/shettima-demands-accountability-for-food-security-interventions/
  
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• ASUU suspends strike at Niger Delta varsity

  29-08-2026 19:15 via punchng.com
  
  The ASUU strike at Niger Delta University has been suspended following an agreement with the Bayelsa State Government on allowances and arrears.Read More: https://punchng.com/asuu-suspends-strike-at-niger-delta-varsity/
  
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• Shettima arrives in Luanda for AU summit

  29-08-2026 19:10 via vanguardngr.com
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruVice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday evening arrived in Luanda, the capital of Angola, for the 21st Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union.The summit is taking place between August 29 and 30, 2026.Senator Shettima, who arrived at 4th February International Airport, Luanda, at about 4: 45 pm local time, was received by the country’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Esmeralda Medonca and other senior government o
  
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• Stop patronising unregulated cart pushers, Lagos Commissioner urges residents

  29-08-2026 18:52 via punchng.com
  
  The Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, has warned residents against patronising unregulated cart pushers. Wahab gave the warning in a statement posted via his official X page on Saturday, saying their activities often result in indiscriminate dumping on medians, roads and drainage channels, with grave consequences for the environmentRead More: https://punchng.com/stop-patronising-unregulated-cart-pushers-wahab-tells-lagos-residents/
  
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• Stop patronising unregulated cart pushers, Wahab tells Lagos residents

  29-08-2026 18:36 via punchng.com
  
  The Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, has warned residents against patronising unregulated cart pushers. Wahab gave the warning in a statement posted via his official X page on Saturday, saying their activities often result in indiscriminate dumping on medians, roads and drainage channels, with grave consequences for the environmentRead More: https://punchng.com/stop-patronising-unregulated-cart-pushers-wahab-tells-lagos-residents/
  
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• 2027: Cross River group pledges bloc votes for Otu, Tinubu

  29-08-2026 18:36 via punchng.com
  
  A Cross River group pledges bloc votes for Governor Bassey Otu and President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election, citing achievements and demanding deRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-cross-river-group-pledges-bloc-votes-for-otu-tinubu/
  
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• I have nothing to apologise to Keshi for — Pinnick

  29-08-2026 18:20 via punchng.com
  
  Former NFF President Amaju Pinnick states he has nothing to apologise for regarding Stephen Keshi’s tenure and the Super Eagles’ decline.Read More: https://punchng.com/i-have-nothing-to-apologise-to-keshi-for-pinnick/
  
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• Adeleke issues executive order, sets up panel over Osun killings

  29-08-2026 18:20 via punchng.com
  
  Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has issued an Executive Order establishing a Coroner Inquest/Panel of Inquiry into the killings, shootings, injuries and violence reported at Naira and Kobo Junction, Motor Park/Garage Area, Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area, on August 24, 2026. The panel, headed by Magistrate Ayokunle Shiyanbola, will investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident,Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-issues-executive-order-sets-up-panel-over-osun-killings/
  
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• Moody’s positive outlook validates Tinubu’s reforms – FG

  29-08-2026 18:20 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government has described Moody’s Ratings’ decision to revise Nigeria’s sovereign credit outlook from stable to positive as an external validation of the economic reforms implemented by the President Bola Tinubu administration. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, stated this in a press release posted on his XRead More: https://punchng.com/moodys-positive-outlook-validates-tinubus-reforms-fg/
  
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• Egyptian queen’s 673-diamond necklace stolen from Vienna Museum

  29-08-2026 18:08 via vanguardngr.com
  The International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) has flagged a diamond necklace once owned by Egypt’s Queen Nazli after the jewellery was stolen from an exhibition at Vienna’s Museum of Applied Arts in Austria.The necklace, which is decorated with 673 diamonds, has been added to INTERPOL’s Stolen Works of Art database following its listing by Austrian authorities.INTERPOL announced the development in a post on X on Saturday, August 29, 2026.“This necklace, stole
  
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• Why sportswear giants Adidas, Puma dumped Nigeria — Pinnick

  29-08-2026 18:05 via punchng.com
  
  Former NFF president Amaju Pinnick reveals why sportswear giants Adidas and Puma severed ties with Nigerian football, citing alleged incidents and blacklisRead More: https://punchng.com/why-sportswear-giants-adidas-puma-dumped-nigeria-pinnick/
  
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• Police arrest two armed robbery suspects in Adamawa

  29-08-2026 18:05 via punchng.com
  
  Adamawa State Police Command arrests two suspected Shilla Boys gang members for armed robbery in Jimeta, recovering stolen phones and a knife.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-two-armed-robbery-suspects-in-adamawa-2/
  
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• 2027 campaigns won’t disrupt N’Assembly duties — Akpabio

  29-08-2026 18:05 via punchng.com
  
  The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Saturday assured Nigerians that political campaigns ahead of the 2027 general elections will not disrupt the National Assembly’s legislative duties. Akpabio said lawmakers would continue to carry out their constitutional responsibilities despite the increasing political activities and consultations ahead of the next general elections. The Senate PresidentRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-campaigns-wont-disrupt-nassembly-duties-akpabio/
  
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• Tech firm urges youths to embrace AI, digital skills

  29-08-2026 17:57 via punchng.com
  
  Tech firm TechRise DTI urges Nigerian youths to acquire AI and digital skills to boost job prospects and entrepreneurship. Learn how AI digital skills canRead More: https://punchng.com/tech-firm-urges-youths-to-embrace-ai-digital-skills/
  
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• Sokoto Hisbah dimisses claims of restricting Christian worship

  29-08-2026 17:42 via punchng.com
  
  Sokoto State Hisbah Board dismisses claims of restricting Christian worship and practices, stating its mandate applies only to Muslims. Read more.Read More: https://punchng.com/sokoto-hisbah-dimisses-claims-of-restricting-christian-worship/
  
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• Edo govt issues transmission, distribution licence, power company targets 2026 completion

  29-08-2026 17:32 via vanguardngr.com
  By Ozioruva AliuBENIN CITY – Determined to enhance electricity supply, the Edo State government has issued a transmission and distribution licence to CCETC Ogua Energy Limited for full utilization of its targeted 100 MW power project.The Edo State Government has expressed confidence that the project would be completed and commissioned before the end of 2026.The Commissioner for Power, Hon. Paul Usenbo stated this expectation of the state government in Benin City while presenting the certi
  
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