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• NSIB flags building blocking Benin airport tower view

  24-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  An uncompleted building obstructs the control tower’s view at Benin Airport, prompting NSIB to flag it after an Enugu Air runway overrun. Demolition is posRead More: https://punchng.com/nsib-flags-building-blocking-benin-airport-tower-view/
  
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• North divided over UK travel advisory, trade blames for insecurity

  25-08-2026 03:30 via punchng.com
  
  The UK’s latest travel advisory on Nigeria has sparked debate in the North, with some rejecting the warning and others blaming insecurity for the UK travelRead More: https://punchng.com/north-divided-over-uk-travel-advisory-trade-blames-for-insecurity/
  
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• International Alert, CJID train Sokoto journalists on conflict reporting

  25-08-2026 03:30 via punchng.com
  
  International Alert and CJID trained 150 Sokoto journalists on conflict reporting, equipping them with skills to prevent escalation and promote peace.Read More: https://punchng.com/international-alert-cjid-train-sokoto-journalists-on-conflict-reporting/
  
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• Niger medics reject posting to rural areas – Commissioner

  25-08-2026 03:15 via punchng.com
  
  Niger State health commissioner reveals over 70% of newly employed medical staff reject rural postings, warns against reposting requests. Find out more.Read More: https://punchng.com/niger-medics-reject-posting-to-rural-areas-commissioner/
  
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• Sule lauds DSS for arresting three suspected kidnappers

  25-08-2026 02:43 via punchng.com
  
  Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule commends the DSS and other security agencies for arresting three suspected kidnappers and rescuing a victim, urgingRead More: https://punchng.com/sule-lauds-dss-for-arresting-three-suspected-kidnappers/
  
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• NEDC installs solar power systems in Adamawa LGs

  25-08-2026 02:43 via punchng.com
  
  The NEDC is installing over 2,000 solar power systems across Adamawa’s 21 LGAs to boost businesses, improve security, and end perennial power outages.Read More: https://punchng.com/nedc-installs-solar-power-systems-in-adamawa-lgs/
  
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• Group hails Saraki, others for Kwara PDP unity

  25-08-2026 02:43 via punchng.com
  
  A group commends Bukola Saraki and other Kwara PDP stakeholders for prioritizing party unity over personal ambitions ahead of the 2027 elections. Learn morRead More: https://punchng.com/group-hails-saraki-others-for-kwara-pdp-unity/
  
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• Earn appointment by participating actively in politics, Bago tells Christians

  25-08-2026 02:43 via punchng.com
  
  Niger State Governor Bago encourages Christians to actively participate in politics to secure appointments. Learn how to get involved and demand fair repreRead More: https://punchng.com/earn-appointment-by-participating-actively-in-politics-bago-tells-christians/
  
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• ‘Atiku’s fuel subsidy proposal will return Nigeria to corruption era’

  25-08-2026 02:43 via punchng.com
  
  An APC chieftain warns that Atiku Abubakar’s proposal to restore fuel subsidy could bring back a corrupt era of fraud and diversion of public funds in NigeRead More: https://punchng.com/atikus-fuel-subsidy-proposal-will-return-nigeria-to-corruption-era/
  
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• 25-year-old Bauchi man stabbed to death during fight

  25-08-2026 02:43 via punchng.com
  
  A 25-year-old man was stabbed to death during a fight in Bauchi. Police have arrested a suspect and are investigating the Bauchi stabbing incident.Read More: https://punchng.com/25-year-old-bauchi-man-stabbed-to-death-during-fight/
  
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• Terrorists using dead persons’ accounts, crowdfunding – NFIU

  25-08-2026 02:27 via punchng.com
  
  NFIU reveals terrorists use crowdfunding, dead persons’ accounts, and gender-based proxies to finance operations. Discover emerging terrorist financing tecRead More: https://punchng.com/terrorists-using-dead-persons-accounts-crowdfunding-nfiu/
  
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• Sachet alcohol: Recall products or risk closure, NAFDAC warns manufacturers

  25-08-2026 02:26 via punchng.com
  
  NAFDAC orders manufacturers of sachet alcohol and PET bottles below 200ml to recall products or face facility closure. Learn about the nationwide ban enforRead More: https://punchng.com/sachet-alcohol-recall-products-or-risk-closure-nafdac-warns-manufacturers/
  
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• Police probe identity of girl in custody

  25-08-2026 02:26 via punchng.com
  
  Bauchi State Police Command is investigating the identity and custody of a girl, Jennifer Joseph (Fatima), amidst social media concerns. Get the full detaiRead More: https://punchng.com/police-probe-identity-of-girl-in-custody/
  
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• Niger, UNICEF urge council chairmen to prioritise nutrition

  25-08-2026 02:26 via punchng.com
  
  Niger State Government and UNICEF charge local government chairmen to prioritise child nutrition in their budgets to improve outcomes at the grassroots levRead More: https://punchng.com/niger-unicef-urge-council-chairmen-to-prioritise-nutrition/
  
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• Kwara women rally support for APC gov candidate

  25-08-2026 02:26 via punchng.com
  
  Kwara women pledge total support for APC governorship candidate Yakubu Danladi-Salihu in the 2027 elections, citing political inclusion and empowerment.Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-women-rally-support-for-apc-gov-candidate/
  
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• Declare national emergency on child abuse, psychiatrists beg FG

  25-08-2026 02:26 via punchng.com
  
  Mental health experts are calling on the Nigerian Federal Government to declare a national emergency on child abuse, citing alarming statistics and long-teRead More: https://punchng.com/declare-national-emergency-on-child-abuse-psychiatrists-beg-fg/
  
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• A UBA trainee, two rulebooks, one public trial

  25-08-2026 02:26 via punchng.com
  
  A UBA trainee’s viral greeting to Tony Elumelu sparks debate on corporate communication and generational differences. Explore the nuances of workplace etiqRead More: https://punchng.com/a-uba-trainee-two-rulebooks-one-public-trial/
  
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• Obasogie hungry for Insurance glory on NPFL return

  25-08-2026 02:17 via punchng.com
  
  Super Eagles goalkeeper Amas Obasogie expresses renewed hunger for success with Bendel Insurance after two seasons away, targeting NPFL glory.Read More: https://punchng.com/obasogie-hungry-for-insurance-glory-on-npfl-return/
  
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• D’Tigress await Wakama’s arrival ahead World Cup

  25-08-2026 02:17 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s D’Tigress prepare for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, awaiting coach Rena Wakama. Get updates on their World Cup journey.Read More: https://punchng.com/dtigress-await-wakamas-arrival-ahead-world-cup/
  
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• Hearn expects Joshua-Fury clash despite setbacks

  25-08-2026 02:16 via punchng.com
  
  Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn remains optimistic about the Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury fight, despite venue disputes. Get the latest on the Joshua FuryRead More: https://punchng.com/hearn-expects-joshua-fury-clash-despite-setbacks/
  
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• 500 talents for 25th Oyedeji Basketball Camp

  25-08-2026 02:16 via punchng.com
  
  The 25th Olumide Oyedeji Basketball Camp aims to train 500 young players in Lagos. Learn about this long-running development program and register for the cRead More: https://punchng.com/500-talents-for-25th-oyedeji-basketball-camp/
  
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• Tompolo’s ‘manumission’ mission, the ironies and the joys of life

  25-08-2026 02:05 via vanguardngr.com
  By ENEWARIDIDEKE EKANPOUThe state of being swept into oblivion after a sacrificial engagement to free a people from developmental enslavement sounds retrogressive and meaningless. It sounds retrogressive and meaningless because it has no historical bequest to inspire and guide the next generations away from the path that once convulsed their entire existence like the deadly constrictions of a python. This is a state of being a vassal to obscurity – which is far beyond the contemplati
  
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• Soldiers arrest three gunrunners, rescue six in Zamfara

  25-08-2026 02:03 via punchng.com
  
  Troops in Zamfara have arrested three suspected gunrunners and rescued six kidnap victims in recent operations, recovering an AK-103-2 rifle and ammunitionRead More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-arrest-three-gunrunners-rescue-six-in-zamfara/
  
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• Security officer, two others killed in Edo violence

  25-08-2026 02:03 via punchng.com
  
  An Edo State Security Corps officer and two others were killed in recent Edo violence. Police arrested 15 suspects; investigations are ongoing.Read More: https://punchng.com/security-officer-two-others-killed-in-edo-violence/
  
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• Netizens urge LASU to probe, sanction lecturer over result crisis

  25-08-2026 02:03 via punchng.com
  
  Netizens are urging LASU to probe and sanction a lecturer over a result crisis affecting final-year English students. The controversy highlights concerns aRead More: https://punchng.com/netizens-urge-lasu-to-probe-sanction-lecturer-over-result-crisis/
  
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• NDLEA arrests five suspects, destroys cannabis farm in Edo

  25-08-2026 02:03 via punchng.com
  
  NDLEA Edo Command arrests five suspects and destroys a large cannabis farm in recent raids, reaffirming commitment to combating drug abuse in the state.Read More: https://punchng.com/ndlea-arrests-five-suspects-destroys-cannabis-farm-in-edo/
  
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• Mohbad: Group urges Lagos CP to replace investigation team

  25-08-2026 02:03 via punchng.com
  
  A civil advocacy group is urging the Lagos CP to replace the Mohbad investigation team for a transparent and credible re-investigation into the singer’s deRead More: https://punchng.com/mohbad-group-urges-lagos-cp-to-replace-investigation-team/
  
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• Mob lynches two suspected thieves in Niger

  25-08-2026 02:03 via punchng.com
  
  An irate mob in Niger State lynched two suspected thieves attempting to steal a motorcycle. Police are investigating the mob lynching incident.Read More: https://punchng.com/mob-lynches-two-suspected-thieves-in-niger/
  
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• UBA, Fidelity Bank announce delays to H1 results

  25-08-2026 02:03 via punchng.com
  
  UBA and Fidelity Bank announce delays in publishing their H1 2026 financial results, awaiting CBN approval. Learn why Nigerian banks extend filing deadlineRead More: https://punchng.com/uba-fidelity-bank-announce-delays-to-h1-results/
  
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• PenCom records 11.18 million pension registrations in Q1

  25-08-2026 02:03 via punchng.com
  
  PenCom announced 11.18 million pension registrations in Q1 2026, a significant rise. Discover how this growth impacts Nigeria’s pension sector and future iRead More: https://punchng.com/pencom-records-11-18-million-pension-registrations-in-q1/
  
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