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• Olubadan nominates three Mogajis

  17-08-2026 11:33 via punchng.com
  
  The Olubadan of Ibadanland has nominated three Mogajis, including Wole Arisekola, to fill vacant positions in the traditional hierarchy. Learn more about tRead More: https://punchng.com/olubadan-nominates-three-mogajis/
  
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• Tupac Shakur’s accused killer was out for ‘revenge’, jury hears

  17-08-2026 21:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Rapper Tupac Shakur was shot dead in an act of gang revenge ordered by a mobster who later boasted of it, jurors heard Monday, as one of America’s most anticipated trials got under way, 30 years after the murder.Duane “Keffe D” Davis, a one-time leader of the South Side Compton Crips, one of a patchwork of gangs that ran parts of Los Angeles in the 1990s, ordered the killing after his nephew had been beaten by a rival mob, prosecutor Binu Pilal told a Las Vegas court.“On
  
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• Tupac’s accused killer was out for revenge, jury hears

  17-08-2026 21:28 via punchng.com
  
  Jurors hear that Tupac’s accused killer, Duane “Keffe D” Davis, ordered the rapper’s murder in an act of gang revenge. Get the latest on the Tupac killer tRead More: https://punchng.com/tupacs-accused-killer-was-out-for-revenge-jury-hears/
  
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• Trump hints at fresh talks with North Korea’s Kim Jong Un

  17-08-2026 21:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  US President Donald Trump hinted Monday at fresh interactions with Kim Jong Un and said he was making the situation safer through his ties to the North Korean leader.Trump’s vague comments came a day after he ordered the scaling back of US military drills with ally South Korea and praised his relationship with Pyongyang’s Kim.Asked why Kim hadn’t replied to his requests for a conversation, Trump told reporters in the Oval Office: “How do you know he hasn’t responde
  
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• Full list of BBNaija season 11 housemates with immunity this week

  17-08-2026 21:25 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Several BBNaija Season 11 housemates have secured immunity from this week’s possible eviction following the latest developments in the house.Abi emerged as the Head of House for the week and will lead the housemates as they continue their pursuit of the grand prize under the season’s “Show Ya Self” theme.She also secured immunity alongside members of her Team Boosted Odds.The housemates with immunity this week are:
  AbiChimsomSultexShebaAragaYusufBarryKeivoOyinRicky
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• BBNaija Season 11: Abi emerges new HoH after tense final battle with Chimsom

  17-08-2026 21:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabAbi has emerged as the latest Head of House in the ongoing BBNaija Season 11 reality show after overcoming three other finalists in a series of challenging games.The housemate secured the coveted position after competing against Chimsom Chuka, Tram and Ricky in the final stage of the weekly Head of House challenge.The competition tested the finalists across different tasks, including puzzle arrangement, painting, and image creation and replacement games.After making it throu
  
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• FULL LIST: Council names 122 universities approved to offer Law in Nigeria

  17-08-2026 21:11 via punchng.com
  
  See the full list of 122 universities approved by the Council of Legal Education to offer Law in Nigeria as of August 2026. Avoid unaccredited institutionsRead More: https://punchng.com/full-list-council-names-122-universities-approved-to-offer-law-in-nigeria/
  
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• Evening recap: Edo Speaker resigns, over 200 KASU lecturers quit, other top stories

  17-08-2026 21:11 via punchng.com
  
  Edo Speaker Blessing Agbebaku resigns amidst impeachment attempts. Also, over 200 KASU lecturers quit, and other top stories in Nigeria.Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-edo-speaker-resigns-over-200-kasu-lecturers-quit-other-top-stories/
  
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• Adeleke campaign DG condemns Osun attacks, urges police to prosecute perpetrators

  17-08-2026 21:11 via punchng.com
  
  Senator Lere Oyewumi, DG of Adeleke’s campaign, condemns attacks on Accord Party leaders’ homes in Osun and urges police to prosecute perpetrators.Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-campaign-dg-condemns-osun-attacks-urges-police-to-prosecute-perpetrators/
  
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• FG unveils loan for Nigerians to build or buy houses – How to apply

  17-08-2026 21:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Federal Government (FG), through the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN), offers loans to eligible Nigerians through the National Housing Fund (NHF) to help them buy, build, improve or renovate their homes.The scheme provides eligible NHF contributors with mortgage financing of up to ₦50 million, at an interest rate of 6 per cent per annum, with a repayment period of up to 30 years.But before applying, prospective borrowers need to understand who qualifies, how much they can recei
  
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• VIDEO: Trump hosts teen lifeguard who saved 10-year-old boy from rough waves

  17-08-2026 20:49 via punchng.com
  
  President Trump hosted 16-year-old Ryder Williams at the White House, honouring the teen lifeguard who saved a 10-year-old boy from rough waves.Read More: https://punchng.com/video-trump-hosts-teen-lifeguard-who-saved-10-year-old-boy-from-rough-waves/
  
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• Osun Poll: Adeleke’s re-election a testament to people’s power – Okonkwo

  17-08-2026 20:49 via punchng.com
  
  Kenneth Okonkwo congratulates Governor Adeleke on his Osun election victory, calling it a win for the people and a warning for 2027.Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-adelekes-re-election-a-testament-to-peoples-power-okonkwo/
  
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• 2027: Oyebanji rallies Ekiti APC for Tinubu’s re-election

  17-08-2026 20:49 via punchng.com
  
  Ekiti Governor Biodun Oyebanji rallies APC leaders in Ekiti to unite and mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in the 2027 general eRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-oyebanji-rallies-ekiti-apc-for-tinubus-re-election/
  
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• Full list: Champions League play-off fixtures

  17-08-2026 20:38 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The race for the final seven places in the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League league phase reaches its decisive stage this week, with 14 clubs set to battle across seven play-off ties.The first legs will be played on August 18 and 19, with the return fixtures scheduled for August 25 and 26.The seven winners will secure places in the Champions League league phase, while the losing teams will drop into the UEFA Europa League league phase.Here are the seven play-off fixtures:Champions League Play-Off F
  
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• LASU 2026 best graduating student gets N10m cash prize

  17-08-2026 20:33 via punchng.com
  
  LASU’s best graduating student, Adebanjo Samuel Oluolamide, receives a N10m cash prize for his outstanding academic performance. Learn more about this achiRead More: https://punchng.com/lasu-2026-best-graduating-student-gets-n10m-cash-prize/
  
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• Kano begins 800-tree planting campaign at college

  17-08-2026 20:33 via punchng.com
  
  Kano State Government launches an 800-tree planting campaign at Aminu Kano College to promote environmental responsibility and a greener campus.Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-begins-800-tree-planting-campaign-at-college/
  
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• PETROAN demands guaranteed crude oil supply before Port Harcourt, Warri restart

  17-08-2026 20:21 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Udeme Akpan, Energy EditorThe planned revival of Nigeria’s Port Harcourt and Warri refineries could face a critical test beyond rehabilitation and technical completion, as the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria, PETROAN, has demanded guaranteed crude supply to ensure the plants operate sustainably after restart.PETROAN made the demand while responding to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s renewed commitment to reviving Nigeria’s refineries and measur
  
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• Army tightens security in Kebbe, vows no safe haven for Lakurawa

  17-08-2026 20:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Musa Ubandawaki, SokotoSOKOTO — The Nigerian Army has intensified security operations in Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State following heightened concerns over the activities of the Lakurawa terrorist group and reported attacks on communities in the area.The renewed security measures are aimed at preventing further attacks and stopping terrorist elements from establishing operational footholds in vulnerable communities along the Sokoto-Kebbi border axis.The development followed
  
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• UK mission praises Osun voters, urges lessons from election

  17-08-2026 20:17 via punchng.com
  
  The British High Commission commended Osun voters for their peaceful participation in the recent governorship election, urging lessons from the Osun electiRead More: https://punchng.com/uk-mission-praises-osun-voters-urges-lessons-from-election/
  
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• Osun Election: Bamidele urges Oyebamiji to congratulate Adeleke, offer policy ideas

  17-08-2026 20:03 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Henry UmoruABUJA — Senate Leader and Chairman of the National Assembly South-West Caucus, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti Central), has urged the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the Osun State election, Bola Oyebamiji, to congratulate Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election and offer constructive policy ideas to improve governance in the state.Bamidele, who congratulated Adeleke on his victory, said the outcome of the election reaffirmed the supremacy
  
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• Osun poll outcome, affirmation of people’s resolve to retain Adeleke — IPAC

  17-08-2026 19:56 via punchng.com
  
  The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Osun State congratulates Governor Adeleke on his re-election, stating the Osun election outcome affirms the peopRead More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-outcome-affirmation-of-peoples-resolve-to-retain-adeleke-ipac/
  
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• NFF sacks Super Falcons technical crew after World Cup miss

  17-08-2026 19:56 via punchng.com
  
  The NFF has sacked the Super Falcons technical crew following their failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Read more on Punch.Read More: https://punchng.com/nff-sacks-super-falcons-technical-crew-after-world-cup-miss/
  
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• How to apply for FG loan to build, buy a house

  17-08-2026 19:56 via punchng.com
  
  Learn how to apply for the FG housing loan through the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) to build, buy, or renovate your home. Get up to 50 millionRead More: https://punchng.com/how-to-apply-for-fg-loan-to-build-buy-a-house/
  
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• ECOWAS picks 60 startups from 6,000 for regional awards

  17-08-2026 19:56 via punchng.com
  
  The ECOWAS Commission has selected 60 startups from over 6,000 applicants for the second ECOWAS Startups Award, offering masterclasses, seed capital, and aRead More: https://punchng.com/ecowas-picks-60-startups-from-6000-for-regional-awards/
  
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• Pensioners hail Tinubu’s choice of Bindawa to head NSIWC

  17-08-2026 19:56 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Johnbosco AgbakwuruABUJA — The Federal Parastatals and Private Sector Pensioners’ Association of Nigeria (FEPPPAN) has commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing Major-General Junaid Bindawa as Chairman of the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC).The association said Bindawa possessed the experience, discipline and leadership qualities required to effectively head the commission and improve the welfare of workers and pensioners.In a congratulatory letter si
  
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• Okpebholo meets new Edo Speaker, urges unity, transparency

  17-08-2026 19:55 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ozioruva AliuBENIN CITY — Edo State Governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, has met with the new Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Hon. Yekini Idaiye, urging him and other lawmakers to promote unity, transparency and teamwork in the discharge of their responsibilities.The governor also charged the new leadership of the Assembly to embrace humility, put aside personal differences and focus on serving the people of the state.Okpebholo gave the charge when he received Idaiye and other
  
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• 200 Kaduna varsity lecturers resign, ASUU showdown looms

  17-08-2026 19:51 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Kaduna State University (KASU) chapter, has raised concern over the departure of more than 200 lecturers.Chairman of ASUU-KASU, Dr Abubakar Abdullahi, disclosed this at a press conference on Monday in Kaduna.He said the lecturers, including professors, left the institution due to poor conditions of service and non-implementation of the 2025 Federal Government-ASUU Agreement.The Union also issued a two-week ultimatum to the Kaduna State Government
  
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• Private universities deserve TETFund support, Baze varsity VC tells FG

  17-08-2026 19:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  …Says private institutions face huge financial burden despite contribution to national developmentBy Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe Federal Government has been urged to extend stronger funding and institutional support to private universities, with the Vice-Chancellor of Baze University, Abuja, Prof. Abiodun Gabriel Adeniyi, arguing that the institutions are important contributors to Nigeria’s human capital development.Adeniyi made the call on Monday when Education Correspondents visited
  
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• Lagos gets 208MW boost as FG upgrades Ijora, Apapa substations

  17-08-2026 19:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Obas Esiedesa, AbujaThe Federal Government has commissioned upgraded transmission substations at Ijora and Apapa Road in Lagos, adding 208 megawatts (MW) of bulk transmission capacity to the national grid.The projects, commissioned on Monday by the Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, are expected to improve electricity supply to major commercial, industrial and residential areas of Lagos.At the Ijora 132/33kV transmission substation, two new 100MVA transformers increased the facility’s in
  
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• Ogun seals packaging company over illegal dumpsite, waste burning

  17-08-2026 19:38 via punchng.com
  
  Ogun State Waste Management Authority seals Quantum Packaging Nigeria Limited for operating an illegal dumpsite and burning waste, posing health risks.Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-seals-packaging-company-over-illegal-dumpsite-waste-burning/
  
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