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• Revised national migration policy’ll protect migrants, support Nigerians’ reintegration — Minister

  21-08-2026 10:06 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s revised national migration policy aims to protect migrants, support reintegration, and harness migration for national development. Learn more aboRead More: https://punchng.com/revised-national-migration-policyll-protect-migrants-support-nigerians-reintegration-minister/
  
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• Police arrest teenager over sexual assault of 14-year-old girl in Abuja

  21-08-2026 14:37 via punchng.com
  
  Abuja police arrest 17-year-old Benjamin Daniel over the alleged sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl. Investigation ongoing.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-teenager-for-sexual-assault-of-14-year-old-girl-in-abuja/
  
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• Northern senators renew call for state police

  21-08-2026 14:37 via punchng.com
  
  Northern senators urge the Federal Government and governors to expedite action on the State Police Bill to tackle rising insecurity in Nigeria.Read More: https://punchng.com/northern-senators-renew-call-for-state-police/
  
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• Dangote offers jobs to LASU first-class graduates, pledges ₦600m girls’ hostel

  21-08-2026 14:37 via punchng.com
  
  Aliko Dangote, through his foundation, offers jobs to LASU first-class graduates in Engineering and Sciences and pledges ₦600m for a girls’ hostel.Read More: https://punchng.com/dangote-offers-jobs-to-lasu-first-class-graduates-pledges-%e2%82%a6600m-girls-hostel/
  
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• FG declares Tuesday public holiday for Eid ul Mawlid

  21-08-2026 14:36 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to mark this year’s Eid ul Mawlid, commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government.In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, on Friday, the minister extended greetings to Muslims across Nigeria and in the diaspora.Tunji-Ojo urged N
  
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• Atiku cannot promise petrol subsidy without explaining funding – APC chieftain

  21-08-2026 14:35 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Hadiza YusufA chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji Faizu Alfindiki, has challenged former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to explain how he would fund his promise to restore petrol subsidy if elected president in 2027.Alfindiki, in a statement made available to journalists in Kano on Friday, said Nigerians deserve clear answers on how a renewed subsidy regime would be financed without putting more pressure on government finances.His reaction followed Atiku’s recent pr
  
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• Ronaldinho, Szczęsny, others – 7 footballers who came out of retirement to play

  21-08-2026 14:34 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabRetirement is often seen as the final chapter of a footballer’s professional career, but for some stars, the pull of the game proved too strong to resist. From surprise returns to emergency comebacks, several high-profile players have stepped away from football only to lace up their boots again.Here are seven notable players who came out of retirement to play again:RonaldinhoThe 2002 World Cup winner retired from professional football in 2018, although his last profess
  
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• FG to diplomatic missions: Stop bypassing protocols

  21-08-2026 14:27 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ‎By Boluwaji Obahopo‎‎The Federal Government has warned foreign diplomatic missions in Nigeria against bypassing established diplomatic channels, saying such conduct undermines mutual respect and effective bilateral relations.‎‎The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, gave the warning on Thursday in Abuja while receiving the Ambassador of the Philippines to Nigeria, Mersole J. Mellejor, on a courtesy visit.‎‎Enikanolaiye, who commended
  
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• Police arrest teenager for sexual assault of 14-year-old girl in Abuja

  21-08-2026 14:20 via punchng.com
  
  Abuja police arrest a teenager for the alleged sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl. Investigation ongoing, suspect to face juvenile court.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-teenager-for-sexual-assault-of-14-year-old-girl-in-abuja/
  
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• I’m now alone, Isaac Fayose laments abandonment by politicians he supported

  21-08-2026 14:20 via punchng.com
  
  Isaac Fayose, brother to former Gov. Ayo Fayose, laments being abandoned by politicians he supported, feeling like a “lonely voice in the wilderness.”Read More: https://punchng.com/im-now-alone-isaac-fayose-laments-abandonment-by-politicians-he-supported/
  
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• BREAKING: FG declares Tuesday public holiday for Eid ul Mawlid

  21-08-2026 14:20 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday for Eid ul Mawlid. Reflect on compassion and unity.Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-fg-declares-tuesday-public-holiday-for-eid-ul-mawlid/
  
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• JAMB: Why scoring 80% may not secure admission for under-16 candidates

  21-08-2026 14:20 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabThe Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has clarified that underage candidates who achieve the required 80 per cent benchmark are only eligible for consideration and are not automatically guaranteed admission into tertiary institutions.JAMB made the clarification in its “JAMB Explained” series on Thursday while addressing frequently asked questions about admission for candidates below the required age.Under the current policy, candidates who will be y
  
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• ‘We won’t tolerate it’ – IGP warns politicians against recruiting youth for violence

  21-08-2026 14:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has cautioned politicians against turning young Nigerians into tools for political violence ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that the police will act against those who attempt to disrupt the electoral process.Disu gave the warning on Thursday in Abuja at the National Youth Leadership and Security Dialogue organised by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) as part of activities marking the 2026 International Youth Day.The IGP said the police would wo
  
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• New EPL season: 5 rules that have changed

  21-08-2026 14:13 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabThe 2026/27 Premier League season gets underway with a number of changes to how matches will be officiated.The new measures are largely aimed at reducing time-wasting, limiting unnecessary stoppages and giving VAR a slightly wider role in certain situations.
  Here are five changes fans should know about:Injured players must stay off for one minutePlayers who receive treatment on the pitch after play has been stopped for an injury will now have to remain off the field for at l
  
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• How to access 2026 WAEC certificate online

  21-08-2026 14:07 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The West African Examinations Council, WAEC, has announced that certificates for candidates who sat for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination, WASSCE, for School Candidates are now available on its Digital Certificate Platform.The examination body announced the development on Friday through a post on its official X handle, urging candidates to access their certificates through the digital platform.WAEC said, “The 2026 WASSCE for School candidate Certificate is now av
  
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• Women must become co-creators of prosperity — Minister

  21-08-2026 14:04 via punchng.com
  
  Minister Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim advocates for women to become co-creators of prosperity, not just beneficiaries, through economic empowerment initiatives.Read More: https://punchng.com/women-must-become-co-creators-of-prosperity-minister/
  
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• Police arrest 31-year-old man for cyberbullying in Adamawa

  21-08-2026 14:04 via punchng.com
  
  The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested 31-year-old Buriba Israel of Jambutu, Yola South Local Government Area, in connection with alleged cyberbullying and criminal intimidation of a First-Class Chief, Hamman Bachama, Daniel Samaila. In a statement issued on Friday by the spokesman for the command, Suleiman Nguroje, the command condemned the use of social mediaRead More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-31-year-old-man-for-cyberbullying-in-adamawa/
  
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• Miss Grand USA stripped of crown over hit-and-run, marriage

  21-08-2026 14:04 via punchng.com
  
  Miss Grand USA, Mekyla Li, has been stripped of her title due to an alleged 2024 hit-and-run and a previous marriage. Learn more about the scandal.Read More: https://punchng.com/miss-grand-usa-stripped-of-crown-over-hit-and-run-marriage/
  
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• Medication adjustment caused Musiala’s recent collapses – Kompany 

  21-08-2026 14:04 via punchng.com
  
  Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala experienced recent collapses due to a medication adjustment for a neurological dysfunction, coach Kompany confirms. Learn morRead More: https://punchng.com/medication-adjustment-caused-musialas-recent-collapses-kompany/
  
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• Kano plans data-driven malaria interventions for 44 LGs in 2027

  21-08-2026 14:04 via punchng.com
  
  Kano State is developing data-driven malaria interventions for all 44 LGAs in 2027, focusing on evidence-based planning and resource allocation.Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-plans-data-driven-malaria-interventions-for-44-lgs-in-2027/
  
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• Spurs agree deal to sign Man City’s Savinho

  21-08-2026 14:04 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Tottenham have agreed a deal to sign Manchester City winger Savinho for an initial fee of around £75 million ($102 million), according to reports on Friday.Savinho has been a long-term target for Tottenham, who failed in their attempt to sign the Brazil international during the 2025-26 campaign.The 22-year-old Brazilian appears set to finally move to the north London club, who will pay an extra £10 million in potential add-ons.Tottenham are also interested in signing Savinho’s
  
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• Canada extends study permit wait time for Nigerians to 9 weeks

  21-08-2026 13:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigerians applying for Canadian study permits will now have to wait an estimated nine weeks for their applications to be processed, following the latest update by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).The new processing time represents a one-week increase from the previous estimate of eight weeks.IRCC updated its temporary residence processing estimates on August 19, 2026, with changes recorded across several categories, including study permits, work permits, visitor visas and Sup
  
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• Give me your mandate for better Nigeria, Peter Obi urges electorate

  21-08-2026 13:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Mr Peter Obi, a 2027 Candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC),, has urged Nigerians to support his aspiration to become president of the country and give him their mandate.Obi made the call at  a news conference,  where he announced the commencement of campaign activities ahead of the Jan.16 presidential /National Assembly elections in Onitsha, Anambra, on Friday.He said Nigeria is facing several serious challenges, some of which are existential, adding that he was going in
  
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• Hamzat to young workers: Don’t overspend on rent

  21-08-2026 13:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabLagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, has advised young workers struggling with high rental costs to consider living with their parents, relatives or sharing accommodation instead of taking on apartments they cannot comfortably afford.Hamzat made the recommendation during a question-and-answer session on Nigeria Info FM on Thursday, while responding to concerns about how a young worker earning ₦100,000 monthly could cope with annual rent of about ₦1m.Accor
  
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• 3 African countries that have never borrowed from IMF

  21-08-2026 13:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  While many African countries have turned to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for financial support at different points, three countries stand out for never having drawn financial assistance from the institution.1. BotswanaIMF membership: 1968
  Botswana is one of the few African countries that has never received financial assistance from the IMF. Despite being an IMF member, the country has maintained its economic relationship with the institution through consultations and surveillance rathe
  
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• Central African Republic closes gold mine after collapse kills 49

  21-08-2026 13:49 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Central African Republic authorities have ordered an artisanal gold mine near the ​Cameroonian border to be closed after ‌the mines minister said 49 people had died there in a deadly collapse.Mines Minister Rufin Beltoungou said the government would formally ​suspend activity at the site in Zamboye until further notice following the disaster ​on Tuesday.Beltoungou said the dead were 35 Central ​Africans, 12 Cameroonians and two Chadians.A senior official at a local
  
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• Two Nigerians detained in India over visa overstay

  21-08-2026 13:48 via punchng.com
  
  Two Nigerian nationals have been detained in Dwarka, Delhi, India, for allegedly overstaying their visas during a police operation targeting immigration viRead More: https://punchng.com/two-nigerians-detained-in-india-over-visa-overstay/
  
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• Edo spent N3.8bn on MOWAA under Obaseki, Oshiomhole-led panel reveals

  21-08-2026 13:48 via punchng.com
  
  An Oshiomhole-led panel reveals Edo State spent N3.8bn on the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) under Obaseki, raising questions about ownership and fundsRead More: https://punchng.com/edo-spent-n3-8bn-on-mowaa-under-obaseki-oshiomhole-led-panel-reveals/
  
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• Bitcoin jumps above $77,000 on US crypto policy hopes

  21-08-2026 13:48 via punchng.com
  
  Bitcoin price surges past $77,000, fueled by optimism over US crypto legislation and Treasury bond buybacks. Learn what’s driving the Bitcoin price rally.Read More: https://punchng.com/bitcoin-jumps-above-77000-on-us-crypto-policy-hopes/
  
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• Atiku defends new subsidy model, accuses Tinubu of economic arson

  21-08-2026 13:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Omeiza AjayiFormer Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Friday mounted a robust defence of his newly unveiled petroleum-sector intervention model, accusing President Bola Tinubu of economic arson, vandalism and propaganda in his condemnation of the proposal.He insisted that the president has mistaken Nigerians’ capacity to endure suffering for evidence that his economic policies are working.In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, the Af
  
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