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• Tinubu lauds APC chieftain’s contribution to Kwara development

  04-09-2026 18:47 via punchng.com
  
  President Tinubu commends APC chieftain Femi Sanni for his significant contributions to Kwara State’s development and the growth of the party.Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-lauds-apc-chieftains-contribution-to-kwara-development/
  
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• Police intercept Oyo-bound Indian hemp, arrest three

  04-09-2026 20:12 via punchng.com
  
  Osun State Police intercepted a vehicle conveying Indian hemp to Oyo, arresting three suspects. Read more about the drug bust and ongoing investigation.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-intercept-oyo-bound-indian-hemp-arrest-three/
  
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• NSCDC rescues 15 minors sold for N2m each in Nasarawa

  04-09-2026 20:12 via punchng.com
  
  The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has rescued 15 minors allegedly trafficked and sold for N2m each by a suspected member of a human trafficking syndicate in Nasarawa State. The NSCDC Public Relations Officer, Babawale Afolabi, disclosed this at a news briefing at the corps’ headquarters in Abuja on Friday. Afolabi said the suspectRead More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-rescues-15-minors-sold-for-n2m-each-in-nasarawa/
  
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• Not everyone is destined to make it from BBNaija — Ex-housemate Tochi

  04-09-2026 20:12 via punchng.com
  
  Former BBNaija housemate Tochi advises ex-housemates to prioritize hustle and business over celebrity status, stating not everyone makes it from the show.Read More: https://punchng.com/not-everyone-is-destined-to-make-it-from-bbnaija-ex-housemate-tochi/
  
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• Ex-lawmaker backs Wike’s demolition of buildings on waterways

  04-09-2026 20:12 via punchng.com
  
  A former lawmaker supports FCT Minister Nyesom Wike’s demolition of buildings on Abuja waterways, citing overriding public interest to prevent flooding.Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-lawmaker-backs-wikes-demolition-of-buildings-on-waterways/
  
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• Alakija, Fadahunsi congratulate Adeleke on governorship poll victory

  04-09-2026 20:12 via punchng.com
  
  Billionaire Folorunso Alakija and Senator Francis Fadahunsi congratulate Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election victory.Read More: https://punchng.com/alakija-fadahunsi-congratulate-adeleke-on-governorship-poll-victory/
  
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• FAAN not responsible for Uber’s Nigeria exit – MD

  04-09-2026 19:57 via punchng.com
  
  FAAN MD, Olubunmi Kuku, clarifies that FAAN had no role in Uber’s decision to exit Nigeria, citing passenger safety and accountability as key concerns.Read More: https://punchng.com/faan-not-responsible-for-ubers-nigeria-exit-md/
  
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• Ghana launches app to check if someone is already married

  04-09-2026 19:54 via vanguardngr.com
  The Ghanaian Ministry of Gender has launched an application, Marrify, designed to help prospective couples verify their partners’ marital status before getting married.The app was unveiled at a launch ceremony in Ghana attended by Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, the country’s Minister of Gender.Marrify was launched in collaboration with MarryRight, an agency specialising in family law and marriage.Speaking at the event, Lartey said the application would help couples make more informed decisi
  
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• Security operatives arrest five in Oyo over illegal sand mining

  04-09-2026 19:42 via punchng.com
  
  Five suspects have been arrested in Oyo State over alleged illegal sand mining of laterite and gravel from a farm settlement, impacting agricultural land.Read More: https://punchng.com/security-operatives-arrest-five-in-oyo-over-illegal-sand-mining/
  
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• Oyo APC candidate donates N50m to market fire victims

  04-09-2026 19:42 via punchng.com
  
  Oyo APC governorship candidate, Sharafadeen Alli, donates N50m to traders affected by the devastating Oranyan Market fire in Ibadan, promising further suppRead More: https://punchng.com/oyo-apc-candidate-donates-n50m-to-market-fire-victims/
  
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• FULL LIST: World football’s 10 highest-paid goalkeepers for 2026

  04-09-2026 19:42 via punchng.com
  
  Discover the top 10 highest-paid goalkeepers in world football for 2026, featuring stars from Premier League, La Liga, and Saudi Pro League.Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-world-footballs-10-highest-paid-goalkeepers-for-2026/
  
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• 23-year-old microbiology student becomes traditional ruler in Delta

  04-09-2026 19:42 via punchng.com
  
  A 23-year-old microbiology student, Prince Daniel Afamefune Chukwujindu, has been installed as the new traditional ruler of Ekwuoma Kingdom in Delta State.Read More: https://punchng.com/23-year-old-microbiology-student-becomes-traditional-ruler-in-delta/
  
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• ‘Nigeria is behind you’ – FG tells Karibi-George ahead Miss World finale

  04-09-2026 19:35 via vanguardngr.com
  Minister of art and culture, Hannatu Musawa has called on Nigerians to support Tamunosoye Karibi-George, popularly known as Soye, as she advances into the final stages of the 73rd Miss World contest.Karibi-George, Nigeria’s representative at the ongoing pageant in Vietnam, recently emerged as Africa’s Top Model and secured a place among the competition’s Top 40 contestants.The Miss World 2026 finale is scheduled to hold on September 5.In a post on X, Musawa praised the Nigeria
  
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• Borno settles N622m NECO fees for 27,599 students – Commissioner

  04-09-2026 19:29 via vanguardngr.com
  The Borno government has settled N622.3 million for 27,599 students sitting for the National Examinations Council (NECO) for the 2026 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) in public schools.Mr Lawan Wakilbe, the state Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, announced this while presenting the cheque to NECO officials on Friday in Maiduguri.Wakilbe said the payment was part of the state government’s commitment to ensuring that no child was denied access to ed
  
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• [UPDATED] LASU Condemns Assault of Student by Parent

  04-09-2026 19:18 via punchng.com
  
  Lagos State University condemns the alleged assault of a student by a parent in a viral video. Learn about LASU’s response and commitment to student safetyRead More: https://punchng.com/lasu-condemns-hostel-altercation-says-incident-addressed/
  
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• Oyo clarifies Ogbomoso farm settlement plan, says land not for sale

  04-09-2026 19:18 via punchng.com
  
  The Oyo State Government has clarified that the proposed development of portions of the Ogbomoso Farm Settlement is part of a long-term strategic plan to integrate agriculture, housing and economic development, stressing that the initiative is not an attempt to sell the farm settlement. The Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade, in a statement released onRead More: https://punchng.com/oyo-clarifies-ogbomoso-farm-settlement-plan-says-land-not-for-sale/
  
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• (FULL LIST) 2027: ADC unveils governorship, deputy candidates in 28 states

  04-09-2026 19:18 via punchng.com
  
  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has unveiled its governorship and deputy governorship candidates for the 2027 elections in 28 states. See the full liRead More: https://punchng.com/full-list-2027-adc-unveils-governorship-deputy-candidates-in-28-states/
  
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• Dangote Refinery shares priced at ₦525 as SEC approves IPO

  04-09-2026 19:18 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s SEC approves Dangote Refinery’s IPO, offering 4.1 billion shares at ₦525 each. Learn about this major investment opportunity.Read More: https://punchng.com/dangote-refinery-shares-priced-at-%e2%82%a6525-as-sec-approves-ipo/
  
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• NSCDC decries rising vandalism of infrastructure in Abuja

  04-09-2026 19:07 via vanguardngr.com
  The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has expressed concern over the rate at which Critical National Assets and Infrastructure (CNAI) are vandalised and stolen in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).The FCT Commandant, Dr Olusola Odumosu, expressed the concern on Friday at the closing of a two-day training on the doctrinal ownership of protecting CNAI in the FCT.The training was organised for Area Commanders, Divisional officers and other FCT command personnel.Represented by his
  
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• Face Tinubu in Nigeria, not US courts, ex-lawmaker tells opposition

  04-09-2026 19:01 via punchng.com
  
  A former lawmaker urges opposition to challenge President Tinubu in Nigeria on policy issues, dismissing US court claims of criminal conviction.Read More: https://punchng.com/face-tinubu-in-nigeria-not-us-courts-ex-lawmaker-tells-opposition/
  
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• Oyo APC unveils Alli, 49 other candidates for 2027 elections

  04-09-2026 18:47 via punchng.com
  
  Oyo APC officially unveils Senator Sharafadeen Alli as governorship candidate and 49 others for the 2027 general elections. See the full list of candidatesRead More: https://punchng.com/oyo-apc-unveils-alli-49-other-candidates-for-2027-elections/
  
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• AUN built to serve community, not for profit — Atiku

  04-09-2026 18:47 via punchng.com
  
  Former VP Atiku Abubakar clarifies that the American University of Nigeria (AUN) was established for community service, not profit, defending his educationRead More: https://punchng.com/aun-built-to-serve-community-not-for-profit-atiku/
  
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• Emi Martinez makes surprise Chelsea shirt-number switch

  04-09-2026 18:43 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeEmiliano Martinez has surprisingly switched his Chelsea shirt number from No.26 to No.1 after just one appearance for the club.The Argentina international initially took the No.26 shirt following his £7.5 million move to Chelsea and wore it in the Blues’ 4-3 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge.However, Martinez will now wear No.1 following Robert Sanchez’s loan move to Como, which left the shirt vacant.Sanchez had previously occupied
  
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• 2027: Benue govt, PDP clash over campaign posters, billboards

  04-09-2026 18:34 via vanguardngr.com
  By Peter Duru, MakurdiThe Benue State Environmental Sanitation Authority, BENSESA, has warned political parties, candidates and campaign organisations against the unauthorised erection of billboards and posting of campaign posters across the state.The warning, contained in a notice dated September 3, 2026 and signed by the General Manager of BENSESA, Mr Anta Igbaato, has, however, triggered a sharp reaction from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, which accused the administration of G
  
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• Mowe Golf Town Backs Promise With Delivery as Estate Holds Second Allocation of the Year

  04-09-2026 18:27 via punchng.com
  
  Following a landmark February handover completed in under a year, the Legal City and Gidi Real Estate partnership allocates a fresh wave of homes to subscribers today Mowe Golf Town holds a physical allocation for its subscribers yesterday, Thursday, 3 September 2026. The exercise marks the estate’s second major allocation milestone of the year andRead More: https://punchng.com/mowe-golf-town-backs-promise-with-delivery-as-estate-holds-second-allocation-of-the-year/
  
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• Human trafficking: NSCDC rescues 15 minors sold for N2m each

  04-09-2026 18:24 via vanguardngr.com
  ​‌‍‍‍‍⁠⁠‌‍‌‍‍‍‌​​The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has rescued 15 minors trafficked and sold for N2 million each by a fake official of a civil society organisation, the National Council of Child Rights Advocate.The NSCDC Public Relations Officer (PRO), Mr Babawale Afolabi, said this at a news briefing on Friday at the NSCDC Headquarters, Abuja.He said that a member of a syndicate represented him
  
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• D’Tigress suffer defeat in 2026 FIBA World Cup opener

  04-09-2026 18:17 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeNigeria’s D’Tigress opened their 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup campaign with an 81-99 defeat to South Korea in Berlin on Friday, fading late after staying within six points entering the final quarter.South Korea led 26-22 after the opening quarter, before the African champions responded in the second period to remain close at 48-45 at halftime.The Koreans maintained their three-point advantage in the third quarter, leading 68-62, but produced a de
  
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• Okpebholo swears in Edo LG chairmen, urges grassroots development

  04-09-2026 18:16 via punchng.com
  
  Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo swears in new LG chairmen, charging them to prioritize grassroots development, shun corruption, and serve the people.Read More: https://punchng.com/okpebholo-swears-in-edo-lg-chairmen-urges-grassroots-development/
  
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• Odemwingie threatens to sue Sky Sports, West Brom, QPR over failed 2013 transfer

  04-09-2026 18:04 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeFormer Super Eagles striker Peter Odemwingie has threatened legal action against Sky Sports, West Bromwich Albion and Queens Park Rangers over the infamous failed transfer saga that unfolded on the final day of the January 2013 window.According to The Sun, the 45-year-old said he will consult a lawyer next week over the continued replaying of footage from the episode, which saw him drive to QPR’s Loftus Road believing a move from West Brom had been agreed.“Sky S
  
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• Six die in Adamawa car crash

  04-09-2026 17:55 via punchng.com
  
  Six people died in a fatal Adamawa car crash on Yola-Girei Road, police confirm. CP Kabir Hassan commiserates with families and urges caution.Read More: https://punchng.com/six-die-in-adamawa-car-crash/
  
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