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• YouTube offers creators millions to keep content off Netflix

  20-08-2026 07:57 via punchng.com
  
  YouTube is offering millions to top creators for exclusive content, countering Netflix’s push for online stars. Learn how YouTube is fighting to retain talRead More: https://punchng.com/youtube-offers-creators-millions-to-keep-content-off-netflix/
  
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• Don’t search corps members phones indiscriminately, Kwara CP warns officers

  20-08-2026 09:45 via punchng.com
  
  Kwara State Commissioner of Police warns officers against indiscriminately searching corps members’ phones, assuring them of security during their serviceRead More: https://punchng.com/dont-search-corps-members-phones-indiscriminately-kwara-cp-warns-officers/
  
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• My response to Cardinal Onaiyekan not disrespectful to church - Tinubu’s aide

  20-08-2026 09:45 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has said his recent response to Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja, Cardinal John Onaiyekan, was not intended to disrespect the Catholic cleric or the church.Ajayi made the clarification during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday, days after he criticised Onaiyekan for publicly discussing the details of a closed-door meeting between Tinubu and the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN).Onaiyekan h
  
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• Arsenal can become world’s best club – Arteta

  20-08-2026 09:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Mikel Arteta has warned Arsenal’s rivals that he plans to build the Premier League champions into the “best club in the world”.Arteta’s side start their bid for a second successive English title against promoted Coventry in the opening game of the top-flight season on Friday.For the first time in 22 years, the Gunners will begin a campaign as the Premier League’s preeminent force, a status Arteta is determined to maintain as he targets an Arsenal dynasty.With Manch
  
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• Justice for Children: UNICEF’s N120m offer, NBA’s pledge & LACoN’s cry for help

  20-08-2026 09:29 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ikechukwu NnochiriOn November 1, 2024, the nation shuddered in palpable disbelief after 32 malnourished minors were marched into the dock of the Federal High Court in Abuja to face charges that bordered on treason.
  The children, aged 13 to 17, appeared in court after spending about three months in police detention.
  They were among 76 people arrested in the Federal Capital Territory (Abuja), Kaduna, Gombe, Jos, Katsina, and Kano states for allegedly participating in the #EndBadGovernance prot
  
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• Trump threatens economic punishment on ‘any country’ helping Iran

  20-08-2026 09:24 via vanguardngr.com
  
  US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he was launching a major new campaign to target Iran’s economy, threatening “tremendous” punishment on any country that helps or does business with the Islamic republic.The intensified economic pressure campaign comes as the war nears its sixth month with no immediate diplomatic or military off-ramp in sight.Trump is also facing renewed domestic political scrutiny over the war with November elections quickly approaching.“Today, I
  
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• Why elite athletes use supplements — Report

  20-08-2026 09:13 via punchng.com
  
  Discover why elite athletes use supplements like creatine for performance gains, and learn how to integrate them safely into a healthy lifestyle.Read More: https://punchng.com/why-elite-athletes-use-supplements-report/
  
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• Morning recap: N571bn campaign spending limit, FG spends N30.6tn after subsidy removal, and other top stories

  20-08-2026 09:13 via punchng.com
  
  Stay updated with Nigeria news: N571bn campaign spending limit for 2027 polls, FG’s N30.6tn post-subsidy spending, and Jide Kosoko on Ogogo’s health.Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-n571bn-campaign-spending-limit-fg-spends-n30-6tn-after-subsidy-removal-and-other-top-stories/
  
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• Mourinho begins second Real Madrid reign with Barca in his sights

  20-08-2026 09:11 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Jose Mourinho’s second spell at Real Madrid begins in Barcelona this weekend in La Liga, although at Espanyol rather than up against his and Los Blancos’ bitter rivals.The veteran Portuguese coach returns to the club 16 years after first being appointed but charged with a similar task, deposing Barcelona as the leading club in Spain.Mourinho is also aiming to restore some of the intensity and attitude that defined his first Madrid reign, between 2010-2013, after two seasons without
  
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• Messi scores first goal since father’s death in Miami draw

  20-08-2026 09:04 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Lionel Messi scored his first goal since his father’s death but Inter Miami had to settle for a 2-2 Major League Soccer draw on Wednesday against the Philadelphia Union.The Argentine superstar gave Miami a 2-1 lead in the 26th minute with a trademark curling left-footed shot into the far corner.After a restrained celebration with teammates, in which he allowed himself a brief smile, the Miami captain did his trademark celebration of pointing toward the sky over Philadelphia.Messi was inst
  
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• NELFUND applauds Tinubu for comitment to sustainable student loan financing

  20-08-2026 08:59 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Joseph Erunke, AbujaThe Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, has expressed its appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for directing that eligible liquid funds recovered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, be channelled to the Fund to support its growing student loan obligations.The Fund also welcomed the Federal Executive Council’s approval for unclaimed dividends from the Capital Market Trust Fund and the Dormant Account Trust Fund to be directed to NELFUND.The dev
  
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• UK pledges £442m to get rough sleepers off streets by Christmas

  20-08-2026 08:57 via punchng.com
  
  The UK government has pledged £442m to offer every rough sleeper in England a route off the streets by Christmas, stepping up efforts to end rough sleepingRead More: https://punchng.com/uk-pledges-442m-to-get-rough-sleepers-off-streets-by-christmas/
  
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• China jails Evergrande founder for life, fines firm over $2bn

  20-08-2026 08:54 via vanguardngr.com
  
  China on Thursday sentenced the founder of embattled property giant Evergrande to life in prison and fined the company and an affiliate more than US$2 billion after a high-profile default five years ago.Evergrande Group was the face of Chinese real estate, surfing a decades-long property boom as it peddled home-ownership dreams but its access to credit dramatically narrowed when the government introduced curbs on excessive borrowing and speculation.The company defaulted in 2021 after struggling
  
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• Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 20, 2026

  20-08-2026 08:49 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Nigerian naira continued to strengthen against the US dollar on Thursday, August 20, 2026, as improved dollar liquidity supported the local currency across the foreign exchange market.At the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the dollar was quoted at about ₦1,344.45 as of the latest available rate on Thursday. A live currency-rate source recorded the USD/NGN rate at ₦1,344.45 as of 5:18 a.m. UTC.The latest movement follows the naira’s recent appreciation in the offic
  
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• Moniepoint, Funke Akindele launch savings drive

  20-08-2026 08:28 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Babajide KomolafeMoniepoint Microfinance Bank has launched a new savings campaign in partnership with Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, to encourage Nigerians to build stronger financial resilience and stay “One Step Ahead” of unexpected financial challenges.The campaign, tagged “One Step Ahead”, comes with the launch of an enhanced range of savings products designed to provide customers with greater flexibility while earning interest on their funds.Spe
  
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• Ogun ex-lawmaker urges FG to institutionalise food bank programme

  20-08-2026 08:26 via punchng.com
  
  Former Ogun lawmaker, Kayode Oladele, praises First Lady’s food bank initiative and urges the Federal Government to institutionalise the National Food BankRead More: https://punchng.com/ogun-ex-lawmaker-urges-fg-to-institutionalise-food-bank-programme/
  
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• Cross River gov orders aides to withdraw case against critic

  20-08-2026 08:26 via punchng.com
  
  Cross River Governor Bassey Otu directs aides to withdraw a police complaint against social critic Denis Odama, ensuring his release and upholding free speRead More: https://punchng.com/cross-river-gov-orders-aides-to-withdraw-case-against-critic/
  
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• Experts seek reforms to unlock poultry industry’s potential

  20-08-2026 08:24 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Kafayat kokumo Experts have called for reforms, increased investment, innovation and stronger collaboration among stakeholders to unlock the full potential of Nigeria’s poultry industry, to enhance food security, job creation and economic growth.Speaking recently at the Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN), Lagos State Chapter summit themed, “Flocking to Growth: Transforming Nigerian Poultry Industry through Innovation and Investment,” Prof. Olutayo Adeyemi said Nigeri
  
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• NESG projects inflation to average 15.5% in H2’26

  20-08-2026 08:13 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Peter EgwuatuThe Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has projected Nigeria’s inflation to remain elevated during the remainder of 2026, averaging 15.5 percent in the second half 2026, H2’26, and for the entire year.This projection is premised on persistent challenges including widespread insecurity in major farming communities, climate-related disruptions particularly flooding and high transportation costs arising from logistics challenges.In its outlook for 2026, the NESG adde
  
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• 2027: I pity Tinubu because they’ll say he rigged after he wins - Sowunmi

  20-08-2026 08:13 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) spokesperson, Segun Sowunmi, has expressed concern over the controversy he believes could follow the 2027 presidential election, saying President Bola Tinubu may face allegations of electoral manipulation even if he secures victory.Sowunmi spoke on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday while discussing Tinubu’s prospects in the 2027 presidential race.The PDP chieftain said the outcome of the election itself would not be the only issu
  
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• UK ex-Commonwealth champion Baptiste found jailed in Morocco

  20-08-2026 08:10 via punchng.com
  
  Former Commonwealth champion Leon Baptiste has been jailed in Morocco after being convicted in a sexual assault case involving a minor. Read more about hisRead More: https://punchng.com/uk-ex-commonwealth-champion-baptiste-found-jailed-in-morocco/
  
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• 2027: Kwankwaso urges Nigerians to reject divisive politics

  20-08-2026 08:10 via punchng.com
  
  Rabiu Kwankwaso, NDC Vice-Presidential candidate, urges Nigerians to reject divisive politics and demand competent leadership ahead of the 2027 general eleRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-kwankwaso-urges-nigerians-to-reject-divisive-politics/
  
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• Police urge Ekiti youths to shun thuggery

  20-08-2026 07:57 via punchng.com
  
  Ekiti State Police Command warns youths against political thuggery, violence, cultism, and cybercrime, urging them to embrace productive pursuits for a betRead More: https://punchng.com/police-urge-ekiti-youths-to-shun-thuggery/
  
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• NRM presidential candidate pledges 25,000MW power in 100 days

  20-08-2026 07:57 via punchng.com
  
  NRM presidential candidate, Esther Okereke, promises to boost Nigeria electricity generation to 25,000MW within 100 days if elected president in 2027.Read More: https://punchng.com/nrm-presidential-candidate-pledges-25000mw-power-in-100-days/
  
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• 2027: NYSC DG warns corps members against political campaigns

  20-08-2026 07:42 via punchng.com
  
  NYSC Director-General warns corps members to remain politically neutral and avoid engaging in political campaigns or spreading misinformation ahead of theRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-nysc-dg-warns-corps-members-against-political-campaigns/
  
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• Allocations can’t guarantee prosperity for states —Oyedele

  20-08-2026 06:50 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief & Emmanuel IheakaThe Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Prof. Taiwo Oyedele, has said federal allocations alone cannot guarantee prosperity for states, urging them to develop sustainable sources of revenue and drive economic growth.
  He also said Nigeria recorded estimated savings of N15.8 trillion from the removal of fuel subsidy and the liberalisation of the foreign exchange market between June 2023 and December 2025, but insisted
  
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• Accolades for Vanguard, Uncle Sam as ex-staff launch book, reunite, plan media library

  20-08-2026 06:37 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Osa Amadi,  Adesina Wahab, Juliet Umeh, Cynthia Alo, Providence  Ayanfeoluwa and Chiamaka AnicheFormer staff of Vanguard Media Limited, the publishers of Vanguard Newspapers, yesterday converged on Lagos to launch a book detailing their experiences while they worked with the media outfit.The launch of the book, titled “The Vanguard Chronology: 40 years of Nigeria’s leading tabloid,” turned out to be an occasion where encomium poured in torrents for the media house
  
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• Under fire while grazing: Amotekun’s daring rescue of kidnapped Fulani boys in Ondo

  20-08-2026 06:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  *A criminal is a criminal; we don’t discriminate — Amotekun boss*Says border gaps complicate security*97 suspects paradedBy Dayo Johnson, AkureOWO — It started like any other grazing day. Abubakar Umaru and Abdullahi Umaru, both teenagers, led their family’s cattle towards the grasslands near Owo, on the boundary between Ondo and Edo states.They carried sticks, not phones. They knew the paths by memory. By dusk, they were not home. Neither were the cows.In border communi
  
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• DSS trails, nabs man impersonating personnel in Abuja

  20-08-2026 05:46 via vanguardngr.com
  
  *Arrested in tactical uniform, with fake pistol, allegedly extorting motoristsThe Department of State Services (DSS) late on Wednesday in Abuja arrested a man identified as Moferewa Maiye, discovered to be impersonating a personnel of the Service.Maiye, who claimed to hail from Agbajojun Village, Mopamuro Local Government Area of Kogi State, was trailed and arrested by DSS officers in his hideout around the NITEL Junction, along Adetokunbo Ademola Way, Wuse II, Abuja.At the time of his arrest,
  
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• 83 Nigerians return from South Africa

  20-08-2026 05:24 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Favour UleborEighty-three Nigerians have returned to the country from South Africa following a repatriation exercise facilitated by private individuals.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday night, saying the returnees arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos aboard a South African Airways flight from Johannesburg.The returnees were accompanied by two officials of the Consulate-General of Nigeria in Johannesburg.According to the ministr
  
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