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• Trump says will demand conflict compensation from Iran

  10-08-2026 19:38 via vanguardngr.com
  
  US President Donald Trump said Monday he would seek conflict compensation from Iran as part of any peace negotiations, citing attacks and atrocities stretching back decades allegedly backed or perpetrated by Tehran.Iran is “asking for compensation for the damage done to them during the last five month Military Conflict… I am likewise demanding compensation from Iran, for all of the people that they have killed and gravely wounded with their roadside bombs and many conflicts,”
  
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• Police arrest two suspected drug dealers, recover 132 tramadol sachets

  14-08-2026 16:12 via punchng.com
  
  Delta State Police Command arrests two suspected drug dealers, recovering 132 sachets of tramadol. Investigation ongoing into the tramadol arrest.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-two-suspected-drug-dealers-recover-132-tramadol-sachets/
  
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• Osun to probe extrajudicial killings after poll – Adeleke

  14-08-2026 15:39 via punchng.com
  
  Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke pledges an independent commission will investigate extrajudicial killings and violence after the August 15 governorshipRead More: https://punchng.com/osun-to-probe-extrajudicial-killings-after-poll-adeleke/
  
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• Kano CJ frees seven inmates on medical grounds

  14-08-2026 15:39 via punchng.com
  
  Kano State Chief Judge, Justice Dije Abdu Aboki, orders the release of seven inmates on medical grounds during a jail delivery exercise to decongest prisonRead More: https://punchng.com/kano-cj-frees-seven-inmates-on-medical-grounds/
  
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• Adeleke vows to probe killings in Osun

  14-08-2026 15:38 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Shina Abubakar
  Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has vowed to set up an independent inquiry commission to probe the political killings in the state.The governor, whose speech was delivered by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, said the commission is to ensure that those culpable are brought to justice.While consoling families that lost loved ones, he said no life is worth sacrificing for anybody’s ambition.His words, “Every life lost is an
  
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• 102-year-old man dies after alleged assault at pub

  14-08-2026 15:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabA 102-year-old great-grandfather has died in hospital days after he was allegedly assaulted at a pub in Cwmbran, South Wales.Phillip Ormerod died this week following the incident at the Crow’s Nest pub on August 1.His son, Robert Ormerod, described him as a well-known local character who regularly visited the pub two or three times a week.Phillip, who lived alone in the Llanyrafon neighbourhood where he had raised his family, had dementia but continued to visit the pub
  
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• BBNaija 11: Barry explains why he chose Goddessa over Neche

  14-08-2026 15:24 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Mary AgbabiakaBig Brother Naija Season 11 housemate, Barry, has explained why he chose to pursue Goddessa despite having a crush on fellow housemate Neche, saying Neche had made it clear that he was not her type.Barry disclosed this on Thursday during a conversation with Goddessa, who questioned whether his feelings for her were genuine or mainly driven by sexual attraction.Goddessa told Barry, “I feel like your feelings for me is more of a sexual attraction.”Barry defended his f
  
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• Police arrest man for Qur’an desecration in Kebbi

  14-08-2026 15:18 via punchng.com
  
  Kebbi police arrest Abubakar Musa for alleged ritual desecration of the Qur’an. The incident involved burying the Holy Book with fetish materials to controRead More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-man-for-quran-desecration-in-kebbi/
  
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• Gunmen abduct 14 passengers in Benue, five rescued

  14-08-2026 15:18 via punchng.com
  
  Gunmen abducted 14 passengers in Benue State. Police confirm 5 rescued, 9 remain captive. Read more on the Benue abduction and ongoing rescue efforts.Read More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-abduct-14-passengers-in-benue-five-rescued/
  
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• FG urges wealthy Nigerians, organisations to build fire stations

  14-08-2026 15:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Omeiza AjayiABUJA: The Federal Government has called on wealthy Nigerians, philanthropists, business leaders and corporate organisations to invest in establishing fire stations across the country, declaring that firefighting is the responsibility of everyone.Controller General of the Federal Fire Service, Adeyemi Samuel Olumode, gave the charge at a One-Day National Stakeholders’ Summit on Fire Safety, held on Thursday in Abuja.The Service also inducted 37 Public Relations Officers PRO
  
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• Amnesty initiates online petition against Fadahunsi over ‘kill Accord’ comment

  14-08-2026 15:01 via punchng.com
  
  Amnesty International Nigeria initiates an online petition against Senator Francis Fadahunsi over his ‘kill Accord’ comment ahead of the Osun governorshipRead More: https://punchng.com/amnesty-initiates-online-petition-against-fadahunsi-over-kill-accord-comment/
  
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• World Cup failure: ‘I’m not afraid of being sacked’ — Madugu

  14-08-2026 14:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabSuper Falcons head coach Justin Madugu says he is not afraid of losing his job following Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the tournament were ended on Thursday after the Super Falcons suffered a 2-1 defeat to South Africa in the qualifying playoffs.The result means Nigeria will miss the Women’s World Cup for the first time since the tournament began in 1991.Speaking to the press after the def
  
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• Maresca uncertain over Rodri’s future at Man City

  14-08-2026 14:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said “anything can happen” amid reports La Liga champions Barcelona have bid to sign World Cup winner Rodri.City are understood to have rejected an opening bid of £38.5 million ($52 million) from Barcelona for the midfielder.The 30-year-old has just one season remaining on his deal at the Etihad and has been strongly linked with a return to his native Spain.City are reported to want about £68 million for Rodri, who was named player of
  
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• Osun poll: Police deploy helicopters, drones, MOPOL for Saturday’s election

  14-08-2026 14:46 via punchng.com
  
  The Nigeria Police Force assures Osun residents of adequate security for Saturday’s governorship election, deploying helicopters, drones, and MOPOL to ensuRead More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-police-deploy-helicopters-drones-mopol-for-saturdays-election/
  
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• Meet new US Consul General in Lagos, Brandon Hudspeth

  14-08-2026 14:46 via punchng.com
  
  The US Mission in Nigeria welcomes Brandon Hudspeth as the new US Consul General in Lagos. Discover his priorities for strengthening US-Nigeria relations.Read More: https://punchng.com/meet-new-us-consul-general-in-lagos-brandon-hudspeth/
  
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• Kano has 875,593 out-of-school children – Official

  14-08-2026 14:46 via punchng.com
  
  A new survey reveals Kano State has 875,593 out-of-school children, a reduction from 2023 figures. Learn about the state’s efforts to address this challengRead More: https://punchng.com/kano-has-875593-out-of-school-children-official/
  
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• Police parade 14 kidnap suspects, recover 5 AK-47 rifles, 310 rounds in Enugu

  14-08-2026 14:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Chinedu AdonuENUGU — The Enugu State Police Command has paraded 14 suspected members of a kidnapping syndicate allegedly linked to several kidnapping operations and a murder case across the state.The Commissioner of Police, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, disclosed this on Thursday during a press briefing at the Command headquarters, GRA, Enugu, saying the suspects were arrested through intelligence-led operations conducted across several states.Giwa said the operations led to the recovery of f
  
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• Police arrest 29-yr-old man for desecrating Qur’an for ritual in Zuru

  14-08-2026 14:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin KebbiThe Kebbi State Police Command has arrested one Abubakar Musa, male, 29, of Rafin Mose Village, Zuru LGA, in connection with a case of criminal conspiracy, abuse of religious books, use of spells and hypnosis, and inciting disturbance.Kebbi Police Command spokesperson, SP Bashir Usman, in a statement on Friday, said the incident occurred on 9th August 2026 at about 1900hrs in the Zango Area, Zuru.According to him, preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect
  
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• Hudspeth takes over as US Consul General in Lagos

  14-08-2026 14:23 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Vera AnyagafuThe United States Consulate General in Lagos has announced the arrival of its new Consul General, Mr. Brandon Hudspeth, who officially begins a three-year tour as the senior US government representative across states in Nigeria.Mr. Hudspeth, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, takes over from Consul General Rick Swart, who retired from the US Foreign Service in July 2026.The appointment marks Hudspeth’s second posting to Lagos, after he previously served as Poli
  
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• Arsenal plot sensational Victor Osimhen move after Vinicius Jr snub

  14-08-2026 14:18 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Arsenal are reportedly considering a sensational late move for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen as they continue to explore attacking options before the transfer window closes.The Gunners have endured a difficult summer in their pursuit of attacking reinforcements, having missed out on Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr, while potential moves for Julian Alvarez and Bradley Barcola are also appearing increasingly difficult to complete.Osimhen, who currently plays for Galatasaray, has emerged as a poten
  
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• SMEDAN targets 100,000 young entrepreneurs with new programme

  14-08-2026 14:13 via punchng.com
  
  SMEDAN launches the Building Resilient Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs Project (BRYNE) to support 100,000 young entrepreneurs annually with training, finance,Read More: https://punchng.com/smedan-targets-100000-young-entrepreneurs-with-new-programme/
  
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• Police recover pistols, cult caps from abandoned motorcycle in Anambra

  14-08-2026 14:13 via punchng.com
  
  Anambra State Police Command recovers two locally fabricated pistols and three Vikings Confraternity caps from an abandoned motorcycle in Awka North. EfforRead More: https://punchng.com/police-recover-pistols-cult-caps-from-abandoned-motorcycle-in-anambra/
  
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• Tinubu calls for peaceful election in Osun, charges security agencies to protect voters, INEC officials

  14-08-2026 14:11 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, AbujaPresident Bola Tinubu has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission and the security agencies to ensure a peaceful and transparent election in Osun State. The people of Osun State will go to the polls on Saturday, August 15, 2026, to elect their governor in an election where 15 candidates are contesting. Among them are the incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke, the All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, and
  
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• Tiv, Arewa youths laud Tinubu over creation of Army Division in Benue

  14-08-2026 14:10 via vanguardngr.com
  
  ..hold joint peaceful rallyBy Peter Duru, MakurdiThe Tiv Youth Council, TYC, Worldwide and the Arewa Youth Assembly, AYA, have commended President Bola Tinubu for approving the creation of the 5 Division of the Nigerian Army, with headquarters in Makurdi, Benue State, describing the development as a major boost to security in the North Central region.The youth groups gave the commendation on Friday, during a joint peaceful rally organised in Makurdi to appreciate President Tinubu, the Chief of
  
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• Adeleke camp condemns release of APC Assembly candidate allegedly found with gun

  14-08-2026 14:07 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Imole Campaign Council has commended the Nigerian Navy for what it described as professionalism and neutrality in Osun State, while condemning the reported release of an All Progressives Congress House of Assembly candidate allegedly arrested with a gun.In a statement issued on Friday by its spokesman, Pelumi Olajengbesi, the council said its attention had been drawn to “the arrest and subsequent controversial release of an All Progressives Congress member, Babatunde Festus Komolafe,
  
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• VIDEO: Persons with disabilities, Phyna join C’River gov’s ‘One Million March’

  14-08-2026 13:56 via punchng.com
  
  Persons with disabilities and BBNaija star Phyna joined Governor Bassey Otu’s ‘One Million March’ in Cross River State, showing massive support.Read More: https://punchng.com/video-persons-with-disabilities-phyna-join-criver-govs-one-million-march/
  
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• Police arrest five over fake herbal medicine, impersonation in Kano

  14-08-2026 13:56 via punchng.com
  
  Kano police arrest five suspects for producing and selling fake herbal medicine, impersonating a registered practitioner. Verify products to avoid fraud.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-five-over-fake-herbal-medicine-impersonation-in-kano/
  
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• Ayra Starr releases third studio album, ‘Starr Girl’

  14-08-2026 13:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigerian singer, Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has released her third studio album titled “Starr Girl”.The 16-track project features Nigerian Afrobeats stars, Wizkid on “Gimme Dat” and Rema on “Who’s Dat Girl”.Other confirmed guest appearances include Kwn on “Amazing”, Theodora on “Ms. Paper” and Leon Thomas on “Pressure”.The album also includes previously released songs such as “Tornado
  
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• Osun poll: Police embark on route march as INEC distributes materials

  14-08-2026 13:40 via punchng.com
  
  Ahead of the Osun election, police embark on a route march in Osogbo to ensure security, while INEC distributes non-sensitive materials for the poll.Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-police-embark-on-route-march-as-inec-distributes-materials/
  
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• SEC blacklists 6 individuals, 3 entities for financing terrorism

  14-08-2026 13:37 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Obas Esiedesa, AbujaThe Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has directed capital market operators to freeze the funds, assets and other economic resources belonging to six individuals and three entities designated as terrorist financiers by the Nigeria Sanctions Committee (NSC).The SEC, in a circular to all Capital Market Regulated Entities (CMREs) on Friday said the designations were made in line with the Terrorism Prevention and Prohibition Act (TPPA) 2022.The six individuals are Baban
  
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