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• I can see joy on my father’s face – Adeleke’s son B-Red

  16-08-2026 00:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Singer and businessman B-Red, son of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, has expressed confidence that his father will emerge victorious in Saturday’s governorship election.B-Red made the statement on Saturday evening as the Independent National Electoral Commission continued the collation of results across the state.In a post on X, the singer said he could see happiness on the governor’s face as the results were being collated.“Sitting with my dad and I can see the joy and h
  
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• Police bust baby factory in Ogun, rescue pregnant women, children

  25-08-2026 10:59 via punchng.com
  
  Ogun State Police Command busts a baby factory in Mowe, rescuing two pregnant women and four children. Six suspects arrested in connection with the illegalRead More: https://punchng.com/police-bust-ogun-baby-factory-in-ogun-rescue-pregnant-women-children/
  
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• Police blame suspected hoodlums for Osun shooting, identify deceased 

  25-08-2026 10:59 via punchng.com
  
  Osun State Police Command blames suspected hoodlums for a shooting incident in Ikire that killed two. Learn more about the Osun shooting victims and policeRead More: https://punchng.com/police-blame-suspected-hoodlums-for-osun-shooting-identify-deceased/
  
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• How to vote for Nigeria’s Soye Karibi-George at 73rd Miss World festival

  25-08-2026 10:59 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerians can now vote for Soye Karibi-George, Miss World Nigeria 2026, at the 73rd Miss World Festival. Find out how to cast your vote and support her.Read More: https://punchng.com/how-to-vote-for-nigerias-soye-karibi-george-at-73rd-miss-world-festival/
  
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• How to apply for FG’s Northern Nigeria agric programme jobs

  25-08-2026 10:59 via punchng.com
  
  Apply for the Federal Government’s Northern Nigeria agric programme jobs. Various positions available for qualified professionals. Deadline: September 6, 2Read More: https://punchng.com/how-to-apply-for-fgs-northern-nigeria-agric-programme-jobs/
  
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• Eid-el-Maulud: Reflect on Prophet Muhammad’s teachings, Diri urges Muslims

  25-08-2026 10:59 via punchng.com
  
  Bayelsa Governor Diri urges Muslims to reflect on Prophet Muhammad’s teachings of unity, compassion, and peace during Eid-el-Maulud celebrations.Read More: https://punchng.com/eid-el-maulud-reflect-on-prophet-muhammads-teachings-diri-urges-muslims/
  
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• Umahi to visit Benin-Asaba road amid worsening gridlock

  25-08-2026 10:50 via vanguardngr.com
  ABUJA — Minister of Works, David Umahi, has announced an urgent intervention on the troubled Benin-Asaba Road, saying he will visit the highway on Tuesday following mounting protests, complaints and severe traffic gridlock along the route.Umahi said he would meet with independent engineers, the concessionaire handling the road project, officials of the Ministry of Works and the Edo State Government to determine how to address the worsening condition of the highway.He disclosed this at the
  
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• Stocks rise, oil slips as traders eye Iran threat

  25-08-2026 10:12 via punchng.com
  
  Oil prices dipped and stocks rose as traders assessed a US plan for “economic asphyxiation” of Iran, targeting its digital assets, gold, and shipping sectoRead More: https://punchng.com/stocks-rise-oil-slips-as-traders-eye-iran-threat/
  
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• China says will ‘safeguard own interests’ after US vows Iran sanctions

  25-08-2026 10:12 via punchng.com
  
  China’s foreign ministry states it will protect its interests and opposes ‘illegal unilateral sanctions’ after the US announced new penalties targeting IraRead More: https://punchng.com/china-says-will-safeguard-own-interests-after-us-vows-iran-sanctions/
  
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• Kwara youths rally support for Tinubu over security interventions

  25-08-2026 10:03 via vanguardngr.com
  By Demola Akinyemi, IlorinA coalition of Kwara youth organisations and the Arewa Youth Assembly on Monday held a solidarity rally in Ilorin in support of President Bola Tinubu’s security interventions in the state.The youths particularly commended the creation of the new 9 Division of the Nigerian Army, with its headquarters in Ilorin and a formation cited in Omu-Aran, Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State.They described the establishment of the division as a major step towards st
  
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• Fubara felicitates Muslims on Eid ul-Mawlid, urges peace, tolerance

  25-08-2026 09:55 via punchng.com
  
  Rivers State Governor Fubara congratulates Muslims on Eid ul-Mawlid, calling for peace, tolerance, and unity across the state and nation.Read More: https://punchng.com/fubara-felicitates-muslims-on-eid-ul-mawlid-urges-peace-tolerance/
  
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• Domestic petrol supply falls 20.6% to 25.8m litres daily — NMDPRA

  25-08-2026 09:55 via vanguardngr.com
  By Obas Esiedesa, AbujaAverage daily petrol supply from domestic refineries fell by 20.6 per cent to 25.8 million litres in July 2026, from 32.5 million litres per day recorded in June, data from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has shown.The latest figures obtained from the Authority’s monthly oil and gas data also showed that the decline in domestic supply was partly offset by increased petrol imports, which rose to 19.7 million litres per da
  
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• 150 terrorists surrender as military pressure mounts in North-East

  25-08-2026 09:52 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiABUJA — More than 150 terrorists, including commanders, fighters and affiliates, have surrendered to troops of the Joint Task Force North East, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), in the past week, the military has said.The figure represents a significant increase from the more than 50 terrorists who surrendered in the previous week, according to the Acting Military Information Officer, Captain Mohammed Goni.Goni, in a statement on Monday, attributed the surge to sustained inte
  
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• Terrorists now using crowdfunding networks to raise funds — NFIU

  25-08-2026 09:49 via vanguardngr.com
  By Kingsley OmonobiThe 2026 Annual Nigeria Financial Intelligence Report has revealed that terrorists and extremist groups are increasingly using crowdfunding networks to raise funds for their criminal activities.The report by the Nigeria Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) said terrorist financiers were also opening bank accounts in women’s names and using phone numbers for mobile banking or account alerts that were not registered to the account holders or actual beneficiaries.According t
  
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• Abia begins payment of N61.8bn gratuity arrears, targets 2031 for full clearance

  25-08-2026 09:47 via vanguardngr.com
  …resolves ABSU-ASUU strike, denies involvement in lecturer’s suspensionBy Steve OkoUMUAHIA — The Abia State Government has commenced payment of outstanding gratuities to verified state and local government retirees, with the total liability put at N61.8 billion.Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, disclosed this on Monday while briefing journalists after the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Alex Otti.Kanu, who was flanked by the Commissione
  
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• Enugu LG Poll: NDC, Anih campaign in Ezeagu

  25-08-2026 09:43 via vanguardngr.com
  …express confidence in victoryBy Chinedu AdonuThe campaign train of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Enugu State has stormed Ezeagu Local Government Area as the party intensifies mobilisation ahead of the September 26, 2026, local government elections.The campaign, led by the Enugu State Chairman of the party, Dr Johnpaul Anih, attracted party leaders, candidates, supporters and residents of the area, who gathered at Community Secondary School, Obunofia Ndiuno, to receive the NDC
  
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• Investing in women’s health not optional, says FG

  25-08-2026 09:38 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government declares that investing in women’s health is crucial for Nigeria’s $1tn economy. Discover why women’s health is foundational for susRead More: https://punchng.com/investing-in-womens-health-not-optional-says-fg/
  
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• Five hospitalised as transport unions clash in Kwara

  25-08-2026 09:38 via punchng.com
  
  Five people were hospitalised after rival transport unions clashed in Ilorin, Kwara State. Learn more about the violence and ongoing dispute.Read More: https://punchng.com/five-hospitalised-as-transport-unions-clash-in-kwara/
  
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• FG to complete reconstruction of Carter Bridge within 24 months

  25-08-2026 09:16 via vanguardngr.com
  The Federal Government is working to complete reconstruction of the Carter Bridge in Lagos within 24 months instead of the 36 months initially scheduled for the project.The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, disclosed this on Monday while inspecting the reconstruction of the Carter Bridge and the Iddo Bridge in Lagos.The minister was accompanied by the Minister of State for Works, Sen. Mohammed Goronyo, and some members of the National Assembly, including the Chairman of the House of Represent
  
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• Morning recap: Terrorists exploit dead persons’ accounts, Obi, Amaechi, Duke clash over insecurity, other top stories

  25-08-2026 09:07 via punchng.com
  
  Stay informed with our morning news recap. Top stories include terrorists exploiting dead persons’ accounts, Obi, Amaechi, and Duke clashing over insecuritRead More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-terrorists-exploit-dead-persons-accounts-obi-amaechi-duke-clash-over-insecurity-other-top-stories/
  
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• The Ark auditorium has 109,000 seats, 126 escalators, 29 elevators, says Oyedepo

  25-08-2026 08:36 via punchng.com
  
  Bishop David Oyedepo unveils details of Living Faith Church’s new Ark auditorium, featuring 109,000 seats, 126 escalators, and 29 elevators. Discover the mRead More: https://punchng.com/the-ark-auditorium-has-109000-seats-126-escalators-29-elevators-says-oyedepo/
  
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• Tinubu has outperformed every elected president in Nigeria — Felix Morka

  25-08-2026 08:30 via vanguardngr.com
  The National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Felix Morka, has said President Bola Tinubu has performed better than every democratically elected president in Nigeria.Morka made the claim on Monday during an interview on Channels Television, while defending the performance of the Tinubu administration and its economic policies.“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has outperformed any president in his first term. He has outperformed any democratically elected president in
  
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• Eastern Ports Rehabilitation:  FG awards Escravos Channel dredging, breakwater reconstruction

  25-08-2026 08:21 via vanguardngr.com
  As part of efforts to revitalize the Eastern ports, the Federal Government, through the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), has awarded the contract for the reconstruction of the dilapidated Escravos Channel at Warri Port, Delta State.Confirming the development, Mr. Ikechukwu Oyenmakara, General Manager of Corporate and Strategic Communication at the Nigerian Ports Authority, stated that the reconstruction and dredging of the channel form part of the Eastern Ports rehabilitation projects, which inc
  
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• Umahi to inspect Benin-Asaba road over worsening gridlock

  25-08-2026 08:20 via punchng.com
  
  Minister of Works, David Umahi, will inspect the Benin-Asaba road to address severe gridlock and deteriorating conditions. Find out how the government planRead More: https://punchng.com/umahi-to-inspect-benin-asaba-road-over-worsening-gridlock/
  
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• May & Baker warns investors against fraudulent investment scheme

  25-08-2026 08:11 via vanguardngr.com
  By Chukwunonso OkoloMay & Baker Nigeria Plc has warned against fraudulent investment schemes described as M&B Equity Stake, which are being circulated on the internet and promising daily or guaranteed returns.May & Baker disclosed this in a statement signed by Mrs Adetoun Abiru, for Marina Nominees Limited, the Company Secretary.The Company urged the public to watch out for the investment opportunity scheme impersonating the company.In the statement disassociating itself from what i
  
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• Pack your bags, Melaye tells Tinubu ahead of 2027 polls

  25-08-2026 08:04 via punchng.com
  
  Dino Melaye urges President Tinubu to prepare for departure from Aso Rock, predicting ADC victory in 2027 due to widespread dissatisfaction.Read More: https://punchng.com/pack-your-bags-melaye-tells-tinubu-ahead-of-2027-polls/
  
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• ICYMI: US plans mass visa revocation for asylum seekers — Report

  25-08-2026 08:04 via punchng.com
  
  The US government plans to revoke up to 200,000 business and tourism visas for asylum seekers. Learn how this mass US visa revocation could affect NigerianRead More: https://punchng.com/us-plans-mass-visa-revocation-for-asylum-seekers-report/
  
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• Chinese imports from Nigeria jump 81% to $2.25bn after zero-tariff policy

  25-08-2026 08:04 via vanguardngr.com
  By Efe OnodjaeChinese imports from Nigeria surged by 81 per cent year-on-year, YoY to $2.25 billion in the first half of 2026, following China’s implementation of a zero-tariff policy on products from 53 African countries, including Nigeria.The Consul General of China in Lagos, Yan Yuqing, disclosed this at the 2026 Nigeria International New Energy and Power Industry Expo and Nigeria International Lighting Expo Lunch Conference, saying the policy was already producing visible results bare
  
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• E-payment transaction volume falls 9.2%, value rises to N1,053trn

  25-08-2026 07:58 via vanguardngr.com
  •POS transactions fall 20%, value drops to N59.3trn  •ATM transaction value jumps 64.6% to N26.3trnBy Babajide KomolafeElectronic payment transactions, via six channels,  recorded a 2.85 per cent, year-on-year, YoY increase  in value  to N1.053 quadrillion  in the first quarter of 2026, Q1’26 from N1.024 quadrillion in the same period of 2025, Q1’25.This shows that   Nigerians carried out fewer transactions while the amount moved through
  
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• Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 25, 2026

  25-08-2026 07:40 via vanguardngr.com
  The Nigerian naira remained relatively stable against the United States dollar on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, as traders continued to monitor developments in the official and parallel foreign exchange markets.The latest available Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) data put the naira at about ₦1,346.49 per dollar, while the official closing rate was ₦1,346.90/$ in the most recent confirmed trading session. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says the NFEM rate is derived from the vo
  
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