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• Tambuwal congratulates Adeleke on re-election, says democracy has won

  16-08-2026 20:55 via punchng.com
  
  Former Sokoto Governor Aminu Tambuwal congratulates Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, calling it a victory for democracy and the peopRead More: https://punchng.com/tambuwal-congratulates-adeleke-on-re-election-says-democracy-has-won/
  
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• Polaris Bank boss urges youths to pursue high-impact careers

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  Polaris Bank’s CEO encourages Nigerian youth to pursue high-impact careers in tech, banking, and entrepreneurship for future economic growth. Discover moreRead More: https://punchng.com/polaris-bank-boss-urges-youths-to-pursue-high-impact-careers/
  
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• Lagos plans recycling facilities in Badagry, Agbowa

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  Lagos State Government is establishing new recycling facilities in Badagry and Agbowa to manage over 13,000 tonnes of daily waste, promoting a circular ecoRead More: https://punchng.com/lagos-plans-recycling-facilities-in-badagry-agbowa/
  
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• FSL launches Commodity Fund to boost agric investment

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  FSL Asset Management launches its Commodity Fund, a strategic investment vehicle to channel non-bank capital into Nigeria’s agricultural ecosystem. Learn mRead More: https://punchng.com/fsl-launches-commodity-fund-to-boost-agric-investment/
  
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• Five killed in suspected herders attack on Benue communities

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  Suspected herders attacked Benue communities in Ukum LGA, killing five. Governor Alia condemns the violence and vows to protect Benue people.Read More: https://punchng.com/five-killed-in-suspected-herders-attack-on-benue-communities/
  
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• FCMB raises instant loan limit amid credit demand

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  FCMB increases its FastCash instant loan limit to N500,000, offering customers quick access to funds without collateral. Learn more about the FCMB FastCashRead More: https://punchng.com/fcmb-raises-instant-loan-limit-amid-credit-demand/
  
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• Ekiti govt probes odour complaints, warns against panic

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  Ekiti State Government investigates offensive odour complaints in Ado Ekiti, urging calm and warning against panic. Find out what measures are being taken.Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-govt-probes-odour-complaints-warns-against-panic/
  
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• Deplorable Mowe-Ofada road leaves commuters groaning over fares

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  Commuters on the Mowe-Ofada Road in Ogun State lament its deplorable condition, leading to increased fares and business disruption.Read More: https://punchng.com/deplorable-mowe-ofada-road-leaves-commuters-groaning-over-fares/
  
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• UI registrar pushes digital transformation at LAUTECH discourse

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  University of Ibadan Registrar, Ganiyu Saliu, urges Nigerian universities to embrace digital transformation, moving from paper-driven to data-driven registRead More: https://punchng.com/ui-registrar-pushes-digital-transformation-at-lautech-discourse/
  
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• Jetour Nigeria launches Rely R8 for tough terrains

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  Jetour Nigeria unveils the new Rely R8, a robust utility vehicle designed for agriculture, construction, and off-road use. Discover its advanced features aRead More: https://punchng.com/jetour-nigeria-launches-rely-r8-for-tough-terrains/
  
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• FX turnover declines 44.9% to $2bn

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s FX turnover declined by 44.9% to $2bn last week, driven by reduced spot transactions despite a surge in FX derivatives. Understand the market shiRead More: https://punchng.com/fx-turnover-declines-44-9-to-2bn/
  
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• Fresh attacks displace Sokoto communities, over 300 cattle rustled

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  Fresh Sokoto attacks displace communities in Kebbe LGA, with over 300 cattle rustled and casualties reported. Residents flee amid heightened insecurity.Read More: https://punchng.com/fresh-attacks-displace-sokoto-communities-over-300-cattle-rustled/
  
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• Five die as two buildings collapse in Kano

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  Tragedy strikes Kano as two separate building collapses in Kumbotso and Fagge LGAs leave five dead and 10 rescued. Learn more about the Kano building collaRead More: https://punchng.com/five-die-as-two-buildings-collapse-in-kano/
  
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• FiberOne targets 1m subscribers in five years

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  FiberOne aims for 1 million subscribers in five years, expanding its fibre network across Nigeria to meet growing demand for reliable internet connectivityRead More: https://punchng.com/fiberone-targets-1m-subscribers-in-five-years/
  
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• FG targets abandoned mine pits for energy, tourism

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government plans to transform over 4,000 abandoned mine pits in Plateau State into productive assets for energy, tourism, and fishery.Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-targets-abandoned-mine-pits-for-energy-tourism/
  
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• CIBN tasks banks on deeper MSME lending as yields decline

  17-08-2026 01:48 via punchng.com
  
  The CIBN tasks Nigerian banks to deepen MSME lending as government securities yields decline, ensuring sustained profitability and economic growth.Read More: https://punchng.com/cibn-tasks-banks-on-deeper-msme-lending-as-yields-decline/
  
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• Two kidnappers killed in Imo police raid

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  Two suspected Imo kidnappers were killed and two victims rescued during a police raid in an Imo State forest. The operation followed an intelligence reportRead More: https://punchng.com/two-kidnappers-killed-in-imo-police-raid/
  
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• Truck kills pedestrian in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway crash

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  A lone accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway involving a Mack truck with brake failure has killed a pedestrian. Learn more about the Lagos-Ibadan crash.Read More: https://punchng.com/truck-kills-pedestrian-in-lagos-ibadan-expressway-crash/
  
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• TAJBank’s PBT rises 74%, pays higher dividend

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  TAJBank, Nigeria’s largest non-interest bank, reports a 74% surge in Profit Before Tax to N31.56bn in FY2025 and approves a higher dividend.Read More: https://punchng.com/tajbanks-pbt-rises-74-pays-higher-dividend/
  
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• Pipeline security crucial to Nigeria’s $50bn offshore target

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s $50bn offshore investment target hinges on robust pipeline security and Niger Delta stability. Learn how securing pipelines is vital for economicRead More: https://punchng.com/pipeline-security-crucial-to-nigerias-50bn-offshore-target/
  
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• Osun woman found dead with severed hand inside church

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  An unidentified woman was found dead inside a church in Osogbo, Osun State, with her left hand severed. Police are investigating the gruesome discovery.Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-woman-found-dead-with-severed-hand-inside-church/
  
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• Odu’a Investment secures top credit ratings on strong liquidity

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  Odu’a Investment Company Limited achieves AA-(NG) and A1+(NG) credit ratings from GCR, reflecting strong liquidity and a robust financial profile.Read More: https://punchng.com/odua-investment-secures-top-credit-ratings-on-strong-liquidity/
  
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• NGX weekly trading volume surges 127% to N176bn

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s stock market saw NGX trading volume surge 127% to N176bn last week, driven by financial services. Discover key sectors and market movements.Read More: https://punchng.com/ngx-weekly-trading-volume-surges-127-to-n176bn/
  
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• LG funds: When politics is above the law

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerian governors continue to withhold LG funds despite a Supreme Court judgment, hindering grassroots development. Discover why political will is above tRead More: https://punchng.com/lg-funds-when-politics-is-above-the-law/
  
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• LAWMA clears four-month-old refuse heaps after PUNCH report

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  Following a PUNCH report, LAWMA has cleared four-month-old refuse heaps along the Ejigbo-Idimu axis, bringing relief to Lagos residents.Read More: https://punchng.com/lawma-clears-four-month-old-refuse-heaps-after-punch-report/
  
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• Hotel investor seeks better financing for construction projects

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  A hotel investor calls for improved development financing for construction and hospitality projects in Nigeria, highlighting the need for a viable projectRead More: https://punchng.com/hotel-investor-seeks-better-financing-for-construction-projects/
  
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• From dumpsites to climate action: The untold story of Lagos’ waste pickers

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  Discover the untold story of Lagos’s informal waste pickers, driven by poverty but playing a crucial role in fighting plastic pollution and climate change.Read More: https://punchng.com/from-dumpsites-to-climate-action-the-untold-story-of-lagos-waste-pickers/
  
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• FRC tasks auditors, regulators on responsible AI use

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  The FRC urges auditors and regulators to ensure AI strengthens audit integrity and public trust in financial reporting, warning against ethical compromisesRead More: https://punchng.com/frc-tasks-auditors-regulators-on-responsible-ai-use/
  
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• Fire destroys six shops in Lagos market

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  A fire incident at Aswani Mechanic Village in Lagos destroyed six shops. Learn how a power surge caused the Lagos market fire and the emergency response.Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-destroys-six-shops-in-lagos-market/
  
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• 14-year-old drowns retrieving shoe from Abuja canal

  17-08-2026 01:31 via punchng.com
  
  A 14-year-old boy tragically drowned in an Abuja canal while trying to retrieve his shoe. Police confirm the incident and ongoing investigation.Read More: https://punchng.com/14-year-old-drowns-retrieving-shoe-from-abuja-canal/
  
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