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• IYD 2026: Jigawa youths seek govt empowerment

  12-08-2026 23:58 via punchng.com
  
  Jigawa youths call on government to move beyond slogans and implement genuine youth empowerment programs, demanding accountability and sustainable support.Read More: https://punchng.com/iyd-2026-jigawa-youths-seek-govt-empowerment/
  
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• Arsenal beat Como on penalties in final pre-season game

  12-08-2026 23:58 via punchng.com
  
  Arsenal conclude their pre-season with a 4-3 penalty shootout victory over Como 1907. David Raya was the hero, saving two penalties to seal the win.Read More: https://punchng.com/arsenal-beat-como-on-penalties-in-final-pre-season-game/
  
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• Nollywood actress Tope Osoba’s burial postponed indefinitely – Family

  12-08-2026 23:38 via punchng.com
  
  The family of late Nollywood actress Tope Osoba has indefinitely postponed her burial, citing the need for further arrangements. Get updates on Tope OsobaRead More: https://punchng.com/nollywood-actress-tope-osobas-burial-postponed-indefinitely-family/
  
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• Celestial church begins probe into Temitope Osoba’s death

  12-08-2026 23:38 via punchng.com
  
  The Celestial Church of Christ has launched a discreet investigation into the controversial death of Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba, following allegationRead More: https://punchng.com/celestial-church-begins-probe-into-temitope-osobas-death/
  
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• UK closes 13 more asylum hotels

  12-08-2026 23:28 via punchng.com
  
  The UK government has closed 13 more asylum hotels, saving taxpayers £51m. This move is part of a wider plan to end the use of UK asylum hotels.Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-closes-13-more-asylum-hotels/
  
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• PSG beat Aston Villa 2-1 to retain UEFA Super Cup

  12-08-2026 23:28 via punchng.com
  
  Paris Saint-Germain made history by retaining the UEFA Super Cup, defeating Aston Villa 2-1. Discover how PSG secured their consecutive Super Cup title.Read More: https://punchng.com/psg-beat-aston-villa-2-1-to-retain-uefa-super-cup/
  
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• EFCC probe forces 24 oil firms to pay N115bn, $84m NDDC levies

  12-08-2026 23:08 via punchng.com
  
  The EFCC has recovered N115bn and $84m in outstanding NDDC levies from 24 oil firms after a probe into NEITI audit queries. Learn more about the EFCC’s intRead More: https://punchng.com/efcc-probe-forces-24-oil-firms-to-pay-n115bn-84m-nddc-levies/
  
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• CSOs urge FG to publish MoU on $2.5bn JBS livestock deal

  12-08-2026 23:08 via punchng.com
  
  Civil society organisations demand the Federal Government publish the JBS Nigeria $2.5bn livestock deal MoU for public scrutiny, citing environmental and sRead More: https://punchng.com/csos-urge-fg-to-publish-mou-on-2-5bn-jbs-livestock-deal/
  
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• Nigeria-India trade hits $9bn, up 26% in one year – Envoy

  12-08-2026 23:08 via punchng.com
  
  Bilateral trade between Nigeria and India surged to $9bn in 2025-26, a 26% increase. Discover how this growing Nigeria India trade partnership impacts jobsRead More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-india-trade-hits-9bn-up-26-in-one-year-envoy/
  
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• White House press secretary resigns, becomes adviser

  12-08-2026 22:51 via punchng.com
  
  White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt resigns to become a senior advisor to President Trump. Learn more about her departure and new role.Read More: https://punchng.com/white-house-press-secretary-resigns-becomes-adviser/
  
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• Late INEC listing won’t stop SDP victory, says Osun gov candidate

  12-08-2026 22:51 via punchng.com
  
  Osun SDP candidate, Olugbenga Ajala, expresses optimism for victory in the upcoming governorship election despite the party’s late listing by INEC.Read More: https://punchng.com/late-inec-listing-wont-stop-sdp-victory-says-osun-gov-candidate/
  
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• Northern senators seek permanent solution to Niger flooding

  12-08-2026 22:41 via punchng.com
  
  Northern senators urge Federal and Niger State governments to adopt a permanent solution to recurring Niger flooding in Shiroro LGA, calling for a master pRead More: https://punchng.com/northern-senators-seek-permanent-solution-to-niger-flooding/
  
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• Debutants Malawi stun Algeria 3-1 to reach historic WAFCON final

  12-08-2026 22:41 via punchng.com
  
  Debutants Malawi, led by the Chawinga sisters, defeat Algeria 3-1 to secure a historic spot in their first-ever WAFCON final. Read more about their remarkaRead More: https://punchng.com/debutants-malawi-stun-algeria-3-1-to-reach-historic-wafcon-final/
  
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• Osun poll: Lawyer seeks UK sanctions against senator over incitement

  12-08-2026 22:31 via punchng.com
  
  A lawyer urges the UK to sanction Senator Fadahunsi and his family for alleged incitement against Accord Party members ahead of the Osun election.Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-lawyer-seeks-uk-sanctions-against-senator-over-incitement/
  
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• NYSC DG hails Abia camp renovation, seeks more govt support

  12-08-2026 22:31 via punchng.com
  
  The NYSC DG praises the renovated Abia orientation camp, highlighting corps members’ contributions and seeking further government support for the scheme’sRead More: https://punchng.com/nysc-dg-hails-abia-camp-renovation-seeks-more-govt-support/
  
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• CSOs demand access to $2.5bn JBS MoU, warn FG against oil sector mistakes

  12-08-2026 22:31 via punchng.com
  
  Civil society organisations urge the Nigerian Federal Government to release the JBS Nigeria $2.5bn MoU for public scrutiny, warning against repeating pastRead More: https://punchng.com/csos-demand-access-to-2-5bn-jbs-mou-warn-fg-against-oil-sector-mistakes/
  
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• Police arrest four suspected armed robbers, cultists in Lagos

  12-08-2026 22:21 via punchng.com
  
  Lagos State Police Command arrests four suspected armed robbers and cultists in Ajah, recovering weapons and linking them to recent crimes. Read more.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-four-suspected-armed-robbers-cultists-in-lagos/
  
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• Hit-and-run driver kills two in Enugu

  12-08-2026 22:21 via punchng.com
  
  Police in Enugu State are investigating a hit-and-run incident at Airport Corner, Emene, where a speeding driver killed two men.Read More: https://punchng.com/hit-and-run-driver-kills-two-in-enugu/
  
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• VIDEO: Davido offers $1m for hit-song battle, says he has most hits

  12-08-2026 22:05 via punchng.com
  
  Afrobeats star Davido challenges artists to a $1m hit-song battle, boasting he has the most hits. Read reactions to Davido’s bold claim.Read More: https://punchng.com/video-davido-offers-1m-for-hit-song-battle-says-he-has-most-hits/
  
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• Cultists shoot 100-level student as Rivers varsity suspends SUG week

  12-08-2026 22:05 via punchng.com
  
  A 100-level student was shot by suspected cultists at Ignatius Ajuru University, Rivers State, leading to the suspension of SUG Week. Read more on the RiveRead More: https://punchng.com/cultists-shoot-100-level-student-as-rivers-varsity-suspends-sug-week/
  
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• ‘Truth must prevail’ – Celestial Church to probe Tope Osoba’s death

  12-08-2026 22:00 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) has said it is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Nollywood Yoruba actress Temitope Osoba, amid allegations linking her fiancé, Prophet Itunu Onadeko, to the controversial circumstances surrounding her death.Osoba, who was 40, died on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
  Her death has generated reactions across the country, particularly following reports and allegations concerning the circumstances surrounding her passing.In a statement si
  
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• NSCDC arrests 16 suspects over vandalism, cattle rustling in Gombe

  12-08-2026 21:54 via punchng.com
  
  The NSCDC Gombe Command has arrested 16 suspects for various crimes including rape, vandalism, theft, forgery, impersonation, and cattle rustling.Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-arrests-16-suspects-over-vandalism-cattle-rustling-in-gombe/
  
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• JUST IN: Xavi appointed Netherlands manager – Reports

  12-08-2026 21:54 via punchng.com
  
  Former Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández has reportedly signed an agreement to become the new Netherlands national team manager. Get the details on Xavi’s newRead More: https://punchng.com/just-in-xavi-appointed-netherlands-manager-reports/
  
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• Gov poll: Akpabio, Uzodimma, others arrive Osun for APC rally

  12-08-2026 21:54 via punchng.com
  
  Top APC leaders, including Akpabio and Uzodimma, arrive in Osogbo for a mega Osun APC rally to boost support for Bola Oyebamiji ahead of Saturday’s governoRead More: https://punchng.com/gov-poll-akpabio-uzodimma-others-arrive-osun-for-apc-rally/
  
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• Speak out on personal struggles, Nollywood actress Daramola urges colleagues

  12-08-2026 21:36 via punchng.com
  
  Foluke Daramola urges Nollywood colleagues to speak out about personal struggles, warning silence leads to suffering. Learn more about the call for opennesRead More: https://punchng.com/speak-out-on-personal-struggles-nollywood-actress-daramola-urges-colleagues/
  
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• NNPC ready to implement new production sharing contract framework – Ojulari

  12-08-2026 21:36 via punchng.com
  
  NNPC is set to implement the new Production Sharing Contract framework, unlocking up to $50bn in deep offshore oil and gas investments.Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpc-ready-to-implement-new-production-sharing-contract-framework-ojulari/
  
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• Evening recap: NDPC probes UNILAG, Lotus Bank, police invite Fadahunsi, Jingir maintains Muslim-Muslim ticket stance, other top stories

  12-08-2026 21:36 via punchng.com
  
  Stay updated with Nigeria news recap: NDPC probes UNILAG, Lotus Bank; Osun police invite Senator Fadahunsi; Katsina United clarifies player’s death; and MuRead More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-ndpc-probes-unilag-lotus-bank-police-invite-fadahunsi-jingir-maintains-muslim-muslim-ticket-stance-other-top-stories/
  
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• Osun poll: It’s Adeleke against Tinubu, not APC – Momodu

  12-08-2026 21:20 via punchng.com
  
  Dele Momodu states the Osun election is a direct contest between Governor Adeleke and President Tinubu, not the APC, as he backs Adeleke for re-election.Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-its-adeleke-against-tinubu-not-apc-momodu/
  
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• VIDEO: Peter Obi arrives Edo for Archbishop Akubeze’s funeral rites

  12-08-2026 21:20 via punchng.com
  
  Peter Obi, presidential candidate, is in Edo State for the funeral rites of Archbishop Augustine Akubeze. Watch the video of his arrival and the service ofRead More: https://punchng.com/video-peter-obi-arrives-edo-for-archbishop-akubezes-funeral-rites/
  
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• VIDEO: Osun senator Fadahunsi leaves police headquarters after questioning over killing comment

  12-08-2026 21:20 via punchng.com
  
  Osun Senator Francis Fadahunsi leaves police headquarters after questioning regarding alleged inciting comments at a campaign rally ahead of the Osun goverRead More: https://punchng.com/video-osun-senator-fadahunsi-leaves-police-headquarters-after-questioning-over-killing-comment/
  
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• Osun poll: Ex-lawmaker urges peace, responsible political conduct

  12-08-2026 21:20 via punchng.com
  
  Ahead of the August 15 Osun governorship election, an ex-lawmaker urges political actors and residents to promote peace and responsible conduct.Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-ex-lawmaker-urges-peace-responsible-political-conduct/
  
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• Adeleke campaign petitions IG over Fadahunsi’s ‘kill Accord members’ remark

  12-08-2026 21:01 via punchng.com
  
  Adeleke’s campaign council petitions the Inspector-General of Police, demanding protection for Accord Party members after Senator Fadahunsi’s alleged ‘killRead More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-campaign-petitions-ig-over-fadahunsis-kill-accord-members-remark/
  
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• FG unveils agric mechanisation policy, plans 4,000-capacity tractor plant

  12-08-2026 20:51 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s Federal Government unveils a new agric mechanisation policy and plans a 4,000-capacity tractor plant to boost food security and local production.Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-agric-mechanisation-policy-plans-4000-capacity-tractor-plant/
  
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• Grandfather abuses minor in Gombe

  12-08-2026 20:41 via punchng.com
  
  A 64-year-old grandfather, Abubakar Aliyu, has confessed to sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl in Gombe. The case highlights the urgent need to address chRead More: https://punchng.com/grandfather-abuses-minor-in-gombe/
  
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• VIDEO: Colleagues, well-wishers gather as Adedimeji, Mo Bimpe hold grand thanksgiving for triplets

  12-08-2026 20:31 via punchng.com
  
  Nollywood stars Lateef Adedimeji and Mo Bimpe celebrate their triplet sons with a grand thanksgiving ceremony. Read more about the joyous event.Read More: https://punchng.com/video-colleagues-well-wishers-gather-as-adedimeji-mo-bimpe-hold-grand-thanksgiving-for-triplets/
  
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• NSCDC unveils safe school committee in Abia, inaugurates operational vehicles 

  12-08-2026 20:31 via punchng.com
  
  The NSCDC Abia State Command has inaugurated its Safe School Committee and commissioned new operational vehicles, enhancing security efforts in the state.Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-unveils-safe-school-committee-in-abia-inaugurates-operational-vehicles/
  
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• Rivers denies renewed clash between Fubara, lawmakers over 2026 budget

  12-08-2026 20:21 via punchng.com
  
  Rivers State Government denies renewed clash between Governor Fubara and lawmakers over the 2026 budget, stating it’s undergoing legislative procedures.Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-denies-renewed-clash-between-fubara-lawmakers-over-2026-budget/
  
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• ADC raises the alarm over plan to arrest Aregbesola

  12-08-2026 20:12 via punchng.com
  
  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) raises alarm over an alleged plan to arrest its National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola, ahead of the Osun governorship eRead More: https://punchng.com/adc-raises-the-alarm-over-plan-to-arrest-aregbesola/
  
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• PHOTOS: Solar eclipse begins across UK, Europe

  12-08-2026 20:01 via punchng.com
  
  A rare solar eclipse is underway across the UK and Europe. Learn what causes a solar eclipse and how to safely view this celestial event.Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-solar-eclipse-begins-across-uk-europe/
  
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• Osun poll: NBA warns against violence, urges police neutrality

  12-08-2026 20:01 via punchng.com
  
  The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) decries rising Osun election violence ahead of Saturday’s poll, urging police neutrality and an end to political killingRead More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-nba-warns-against-violence-urges-police-neutrality/
  
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• My faith shapes my comedy — Mr Aloy

  12-08-2026 19:52 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigerian actor and content entrepreneur, Emmanuel Chinedum Okonkwo, popularly known as Mr Aloy, has said his Christian faith plays a major role in shaping his comedy and determining the kind of content he produces.Mr Aloy, who is known for family-oriented comedy, social commentary and moral-themed content, said his Christian convictions influence the subjects he chooses to explore and those he deliberately avoids.According to the entertainer, although comedy is primarily meant to entertain, he
  
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• Osun speaker petitions IG over APC Reps candidate’s death threats

  12-08-2026 19:41 via punchng.com
  
  Osun Speaker Adewale Egbedun petitions Inspector General of Police over alleged death threats from APC Reps candidate Francis Eniade, calling for swift invRead More: https://punchng.com/osun-speaker-petitions-ig-over-apc-reps-candidates-death-threats/
  
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• Kwara community welcomes new army battalion

  12-08-2026 19:41 via punchng.com
  
  A Kwara community in Omu-Aran welcomes a new army battalion, an intervention expected to boost Kwara security and stability in the region.Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-community-welcomes-new-army-battalion/
  
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• FG trains 239,726 Nigerians through youth academy

  12-08-2026 19:41 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government has equipped 239,726 Nigerian youths with digital, employability, and practical skills through the Nigerian Youth Academy.Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-trains-239726-nigerians-through-youth-academy/
  
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• Terrorist surrenders rise 213% in one week — Military 

  12-08-2026 19:21 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerian military reports a 213% increase in terrorist surrenders in the North East within a week, signaling success in Operation HADIN KAI.Read More: https://punchng.com/terrorist-surrenders-rise-213-in-one-week-military/
  
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• Trump sued over sale of access to Truth Social posts

  12-08-2026 19:01 via punchng.com
  
  Two US media groups are suing President Trump over his “corrupt and unconstitutional” scheme to charge for early access to his market-moving Truth Social pRead More: https://punchng.com/trump-sued-over-sale-of-access-to-truth-social-posts/
  
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• Iger, Kushner to buy Los Angeles Lakers in record $12.5bn deal

  12-08-2026 19:01 via punchng.com
  
  Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner are set to acquire the Los Angeles Lakers for a record $12.5 billion. This historic Lakers sale marks a new era for the NBA giaRead More: https://punchng.com/iger-kushner-to-buy-los-angeles-lakers-in-record-12-5bn-deal/
  
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• Fire ravages bank, bookshop, shops in Anambra

  12-08-2026 19:01 via punchng.com
  
  Three separate fire outbreaks in Anambra State destroyed a bank, bookshop, and multiple shops in Awka and Onitsha. Learn about the causes and damage.Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-ravages-bank-bookshop-shops-in-anambra/
  
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• CBN relaxes borrowing rules for banks trading FX, government securities

  12-08-2026 19:01 via punchng.com
  
  The Central Bank of Nigeria has relaxed borrowing rules for banks involved in foreign exchange and government securities, aiming to improve liquidity managRead More: https://punchng.com/cbn-relaxes-borrowing-rules-for-banks-trading-fx-government-securities/
  
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• ASUU declares strike at Benue varsity over unpaid salaries

  12-08-2026 19:01 via punchng.com
  
  ASUU’s Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University chapter declares a total strike over unpaid salaries, demanding immediate payment to resume academic activities.Read More: https://punchng.com/asuu-declares-strike-at-benue-varsity-over-unpaid-salaries/
  
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