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• Osun Election: IPAC tasks Adeleke on inclusive governance

  17-08-2026 16:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Shina Abubakar, OsogboThe Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Osun State chapter, has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, urging him to ensure equitable distribution of resources, appointments and development projects across the state.IPAC, in a congratulatory statement signed by its state chairman, Dr Tosin Odeyemi of the Democratic Leadership Alliance, also commended the people of Osun for turning out en masse to exercise their franchise peacefully during the August
  
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• Lagos police detain Chinese national over alleged sexual assault of employee

  20-08-2026 14:51 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Esther OnyegbulaLAGOS — The Lagos State Police Command has detained a Chinese national, Bai Quang, following allegations of sexual assault and repeated unwanted sexual advances towards his Nigerian employee, identified as Charles Nwafor.Quang was reportedly arrested after Nwafor petitioned the police, alleging that his employer repeatedly made unwanted sexual advances towards him and assaulted him after he rejected the advances.A police source said the alleged assault occurred when the
  
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• Muslim women meet in Abia to address insecurity, economic hardship

  20-08-2026 14:39 via punchng.com
  
  Over 600 Muslim women gather in Abia for FOMWAN’s national conference to address Nigeria’s insecurity, economic hardship, and other pressing challenges.Read More: https://punchng.com/muslim-women-meet-in-abia-to-address-insecurity-economic-hardship/
  
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• 2027: Police to arrest sponsors, perpetrators of political violence in Katsina

  20-08-2026 14:39 via punchng.com
  
  Katsina Police Command warns it will arrest sponsors and perpetrators of political violence ahead of the 2027 elections, urging youths to reject thuggery.Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-police-to-arrest-sponsors-perpetrators-of-political-violence-in-katsina/
  
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• 2027: Okorocha sues INEC, APC, Uzodinma over Imo West ticket

  20-08-2026 14:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ABUJA — Former Imo State Governor and Senator representing Imo West, Rochas Okorocha, has dragged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Governor Hope Uzodinma before the Federal High Court over the publication of Uzodinma’s name as the APC candidate for the Imo West Senatorial District election scheduled for 2027.Okorocha, through his lawyer, O.J. Aboje, filed the suit on August 13, 2026, asking the court to determine the valid
  
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• NSCDC arrests security guard over alleged burglary, theft in Ondo

  20-08-2026 14:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ondo State Command, has announced the arrest of a 20-year-old security guard in connection with an alleged burglary, housebreaking, and theft in Akure, the Ondo State capital.SC Daniel Aidamenbor, Public Relations Officer (PRO), NSCDC Ondo State Command, who said this in a statement on Thursday in Akure, explained that the suspect was arrested three months after he allegedly fled the crime scene.Aidamenbor explained that the suspect committe
  
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• 2027: Atiku vows to restore petrol subsidy if elected

  20-08-2026 14:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ABUJA — Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has said he will reinstate petrol subsidy if elected president in the 2027 general election, arguing that Nigerians have not seen sufficient benefits from its removal.Atiku made the pledge during a Hausa-language interview on Wednesday, where he questioned the Federal Government’s management of the resources generated since the subsidy was scrapped.The former Vice President said he had not oppos
  
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• Blackouts: Sanwo-Olu tasks stakeholders to end power sector failures

  20-08-2026 14:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Olasunkanmi AkoniLAGOS — Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has challenged stakeholders in the power sector to end the recurring blackouts in the country and abandon excuses that, according to him, are hindering efforts to build a resilient economy.Sanwo-Olu spoke on Thursday during a high-level strategic town hall meeting on ending the culture of blackouts and building a sustainable 24-hour power economy in Lagos State, held at the State House, Marina.The governor, who was accomp
  
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• VIDEO: I have been treated unfairly, targeted in South Africa, says Chidimma Adetshina

  20-08-2026 14:24 via punchng.com
  
  Chidimma Adetshina, Miss Universe Nigeria, speaks out on being “treated unfairly and targeted” in South Africa amid her citizenship legal battle. Watch theRead More: https://punchng.com/video-i-have-been-treated-unfairly-targeted-in-south-africa-says-chidimma-adetshina/
  
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• Sanwo-Olu celebrates Isese Day, urges preservation of Yoruba heritage

  20-08-2026 14:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  LAGOS — Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called on residents to preserve and pass on the state’s cultural heritage and traditions to future generations as the state celebrates Isese Day.Sanwo-Olu made the call in a message posted on his official X platform on Wednesday to commemorate the annual celebration, which honours Yoruba traditional heritage and cultural identity.The governor described culture as an important part of the people’s identity, stressing the need
  
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• UK lists 10 ways to qualify for British citizenship in the UK

  20-08-2026 14:19 via vanguardngr.com
  
  There are several routes through which people can become eligible for British citizenship, depending on their immigration status, family background and circumstances.According to the UK government, eligible applicants may be able to apply through naturalisation or registration.Here are 10 ways you may qualify for British citizenship:1. You were born in the UKBeing born in the UK does not automatically make someone a British citizen.Eligibility depends on when you were born and the circumstances
  
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• 2027: Gwamna calls for clean, issue-based campaign in Gombe

  20-08-2026 14:14 via vanguardngr.com
  
  GOMBE — The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Gombe State, Dr Jamil Isyaku Gwamna, has called on political actors and residents to embrace a clean, respectful and issue-based campaign ahead of the 2027 governorship election.Gwamna said the people of Gombe deserved a campaign focused on their concerns, needs and aspirations rather than insults, personal attacks and political distractions.In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Ibrahim Sani Shawai, the APC candida
  
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• NAPTIP seals Port Harcourt maternity over alleged baby sale

  20-08-2026 14:11 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Favour UleborPORT HARCOURT — The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has sealed a maternity facility in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, over alleged baby sale and trafficking involving a Liberian national resident in Belgium.The agency said its operatives, in collaboration with the Rivers State Ministry of Health, also arrested the owner of the facility, an alleged facilitator in the suspected baby sale and another staff member.NAPTIP disclosed this in a
  
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• Police warn youths against thuggery, cybercrime in Bauchi

  20-08-2026 14:09 via punchng.com
  
  Bauchi Police Commissioner warns youths against political thuggery and cybercrime, urging them to embrace legitimate ventures for a brighter future.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-warn-youths-against-thuggery-cybercrime-in-bauchi/
  
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• EPL: Van Dijk urges Liverpool to make amends for ‘unacceptable’ season

  20-08-2026 14:09 via punchng.com
  
  Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk calls for the team to make amends for their “unacceptable” last season. Read how Liverpool plans to turn things around.Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-van-dijk-urges-liverpool-to-make-amends-for-unacceptable-season/
  
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• ASUU-KASU ready for talks with Kaduna Govt to end crisis

  20-08-2026 14:09 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ibrahim Hassan-WuyoKADUNA — The Kaduna State University (KASU) chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has expressed readiness to engage the Kaduna State Government in dialogue to resolve the lingering issues affecting the institution.Chairman of ASUU-KASU, Comrade Abubakar Abdullahi, disclosed this on Thursday at a news briefing in Kaduna, saying the union remained committed to dialogue and would welcome any invitation from the government for meaningful engagement.A
  
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• Troops rescue 10 kidnap victims in Sokoto, Kebbi, Zamfara

  20-08-2026 14:07 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Troops of the Joint Task Force, North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued 10 civilians kidnapped by terrorists in separate operations across Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara states.The troops also recovered two motorcycles abandoned by fleeing terrorists during an encounter in Sokoto State.The Theatre Information Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, saying the operations formed part of ongoing efforts to protect lives and secure communities across
  
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• I won’t contest presidency again after 2027 – Atiku

  20-08-2026 14:05 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ABUJA — Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has declared that the 2027 presidential election will be his final attempt to become Nigeria’s president, ruling out any plan to contest the office again in 2031.Atiku, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, made the declaration in a Hausa-language interview on Wednesday while responding to a question on whether he would seek another presidential bid if he failed to win the 2027 election.“No, I have said
  
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• Osun: Adeleke family to provide scholarships for children, dependants of election victims

  20-08-2026 14:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  OSOGBO — The Adeleke family has pledged to provide scholarships up to university level for children and dependants of persons who lost their lives during the August 15 Osun State governorship election.Governor Ademola Adeleke disclosed this on his X platform on Wednesday while reflecting on his victory and receipt of his Certificate of Return.Adeleke said the certificate belonged not to him alone but to the people of Osun State, whom he commended for standing firm in defence of democracy.
  
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• FG unveils 11 major economic reforms, promises results

  20-08-2026 13:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ABUJA — The Federal Government has unveiled 11 major economic and financial reforms implemented between May 2023 and December 2025, saying the measures are aimed at addressing longstanding structural challenges and laying the foundation for sustainable economic growth.The reforms were highlighted by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, during a media briefing on the government’s Reform Scorecard.According to the government, the measures cov
  
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• EXPLAINER: Why under-16 candidates may write UTME but not gain admission

  20-08-2026 13:46 via punchng.com
  
  Understand JAMB’s age requirement for UTME and admission. Learn why candidates under 16 may write the exam but face strict conditions for admission.Read More: https://punchng.com/explainer-why-under-16-candidates-may-write-utme-but-not-gain-admission/
  
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• Army rescues 10 civilians in Sokoto, Kebbi, Zamfara

  20-08-2026 13:46 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerian Army troops successfully rescued 10 civilians in coordinated operations across Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara states. Read more about the rescue efforRead More: https://punchng.com/army-rescues-10-civilians-in-sokoto-kebbi-zamfara/
  
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• South-West APC Youths rally behind Tinubu’s 2027 bid

  20-08-2026 13:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Dayo Johnson, AkureAKURE — Youth stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress, APC, across the six South-West states are set to converge for a leadership and engagement programme aimed at strengthening youth participation in governance and mobilising support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election.The programme, tagged “APC South-West Youth Leadership and Engagement Programme,” is being spearheaded by the South-West Zonal Youth Leader of the
  
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• 2027: Lagos APC declares readiness for Tinubu’s re-election campaign

  20-08-2026 13:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Olasunkanmi AkoniLAGOS — The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has declared its readiness to mobilise voters across the state for the party’s 2027 presidential campaign, with President Bola Tinubu as its candidate.The party said its structures across the state had been energised and would take the message of the Renewed Hope Agenda to every ward, community and polling unit.Lagos APC Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, who spoke on Wednesday, said the comm
  
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• Ayra Starr’s album ‘Starrgirl’ debuts at number 3 on Spotify UK chart

  20-08-2026 13:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigerian Afrobeats singer Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has debuted at No. 3 on Spotify’s Top Albums Debut UK chart with her latest album, “STARRGIRL”.According to @hypetribeng, the album ranked third on Spotify’s Top Albums Debut UK chart following its release on Aug. 14.“STARRGIRL” is a 16-track album featuring Nigerian artistes Wizkid and Rema, alongside international artistes including ZAYN, Leon Thomas, kwn, Theodora and Danny Oc
  
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• Geregu Power: Yari assures investors of financial commitments

  20-08-2026 13:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Idris Salisu, GusauGUSAU — Chairman of Geregu Power Plc, Senator Abdul’aziz Yari Abubakar, has assured investors and other stakeholders of the board’s commitment to meeting the company’s financial obligations.Yari gave the assurance in a statement on the company’s outstanding bond obligations, saying the board remained determined to uphold its commitments to bondholders and trustees.He said the development marked a significant step in the company’s efforts
  
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• 2027: Cleric urges youths to emulate Davido’s role in Osun poll

  20-08-2026 13:25 via vanguardngr.com
  
  PORT HARCOURT — As campaigns for the 2027 general elections commence, former National Security Director of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, Apostle Eugene Ogu, has urged Nigerian youths to emulate the civic engagement demonstrated by Afrobeat music star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, during the recent Osun State governorship election.Ogu, who spoke in Port Harcourt on Wednesday while reflecting on the August 15 election, expressed concern over possible victimisation
  
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• Your children may be collecting NELFUND without telling you – Oyedele

  20-08-2026 13:24 via punchng.com
  
  Finance Minister Oyedele suggests some students may be receiving NELFUND loans without informing their parents. Learn how to check and apply for the NigeriRead More: https://punchng.com/your-children-may-be-collecting-nelfund-without-telling-you-oyedele/
  
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• Ex-Zambian minister killed during security raid – Police

  20-08-2026 13:24 via punchng.com
  
  Former Zambian minister Mutotwe Kafwaya was killed during a security raid linked to the opposition leader. Learn more about the Zambian minister killed.Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-zambian-minister-killed-during-security-raid-police/
  
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• APC chieftain lauds Tunji-Ojo’s direct relief to Ondo flood victims

  20-08-2026 13:24 via punchng.com
  
  An APC chieftain commends Minister Tunji-Ojo for providing direct cash relief to over 1,000 Ondo flood victims, easing their pain and reflecting the ReneweRead More: https://punchng.com/apc-chieftain-lauds-tunji-ojos-direct-relief-to-ondo-flood-victims/
  
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