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• Adeleke extends UNIOSUN VC’s tenure by two years

  01-09-2026 00:02 via punchng.com
  
  Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has approved a two-year extension of the tenure of the Vice-Chancellor of Osun State University, Prof. Clement Adebooye. A statement signed by the UNIOSUN Public Relations Officer, Ademola Adesoji, obtained in Osogbo, said Adeleke announced the extension on Monday while inaugurating the reconstituted Governing Council of the university at theRead More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-extends-uniosun-vcs-tenure-by-two-years/
  
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• Nollywood actress Atinuke Kareem dies after battle with cancer

  01-09-2026 19:44 via punchng.com
  
  The Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria, Ogun State Chapter, has announced the death of Nollywood actress Atinuke Kareem, who passed away after a battle with breast cancer. The news of her passing was officially announced on Tuesday by her colleague and the Executive Governor of TAMPAN Ogun State, Owolabi Ajasa, viaRead More: https://punchng.com/nollywood-actress-atinuke-kareem-dies-after-battle-with-cancer/
  
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• Kaduna gov donates buses to NUJ, NBA, others

  01-09-2026 19:44 via punchng.com
  
  Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani donates brand-new buses to NUJ, NBA, NMA, KASU, and Correctional Service to address mobility challenges.Read More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-gov-donates-buses-to-nuj-nba-others/
  
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• Mosimane returns as South Africa coach ahead of AFCON qualifiers

  01-09-2026 19:33 via punchng.com
  
  Pitso Mosimane is back as South Africa’s coach, tasked with leading Bafana Bafana in the upcoming 2027 AFCON qualifiers. Learn about his return and challenRead More: https://punchng.com/mosimane-returns-as-south-africa-coach-ahead-of-afcon-qualifiers/
  
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• 2027: Court adjourns Atiku’s suit challenging Tinubu’s eligibility

  01-09-2026 19:33 via punchng.com
  
  Federal High Court adjourns Atiku Abubakar’s suit challenging President Bola Tinubu’s eligibility for the 2027 election over service issues.Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-court-adjourns-atikus-suit-challenging-tinubus-eligibility/
  
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• UK court jails sleep-deprived Nigerian taxi driver for fatal crash

  01-09-2026 19:21 via punchng.com
  
  A Nigerian taxi driver has been jailed for six years in the UK after a fatal crash caused by him falling asleep at the wheel. Learn about the dangers of drRead More: https://punchng.com/uk-court-jails-sleep-deprived-nigerian-taxi-driver-for-fatal-crash/
  
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• Anambra electoral commission issues certificates of return to new LG chairmen

  01-09-2026 19:09 via punchng.com
  
  Anambra State electoral commission issues certificates of return to 21 newly elected local government chairmen and councillors after the recent LG electionRead More: https://punchng.com/anambra-electoral-commission-issues-certificates-of-return-to-new-lg-chairmen/
  
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• Lagos begins enforcement of 2026 parking permits, warns defaulters

  01-09-2026 19:02 via punchng.com
  
  Lagos State Parking Authority begins enforcement of 2026 parking permits, warning defaulters of fines and suspension. Get your Lagos parking permit now.Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-begins-enforcement-of-2026-parking-permits-warns-defaulters/
  
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• Family, friends protest over UNIPORT graduate’s killing

  01-09-2026 19:02 via punchng.com
  
  Family and friends protest the alleged killing of UNIPORT graduate Anthony Obodo by police in Port Harcourt, demanding justice for the victim.Read More: https://punchng.com/family-friends-protest-over-uniport-graduates-killing/
  
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• VIDEO: Philippine couple holds wedding in flooded church

  01-09-2026 18:52 via punchng.com
  
  A Philippine couple tied the knot on Tuesday at a Catholic church swamped in hip-deep waters, as heavy rains have pummeled large parts of the country for a month. Clutching a bouquet of white blooms and clad in an off-shoulder white gown, Leian Lieza Galang gingerly waded into the murky brown floodwaters inside the SaintRead More: https://punchng.com/video-philippine-couple-holds-wedding-in-flooded-church/
  
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• Police nab man for leading mob attack on suspected phone thief

  01-09-2026 18:52 via punchng.com
  
  Cross River Police arrested a 56-year-old man for instigating a mob attack on a suspected phone thief in Calabar. Learn more about the incident and policeRead More: https://punchng.com/police-nab-man-for-leading-mob-attack-on-suspected-phone-thief/
  
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• Man City agree deal to sign Chelsea star Fernandez — Reports

  01-09-2026 18:52 via punchng.com
  
  Manchester City reportedly agree a £125 million deal to sign Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, equaling the British transfer record. Get the full detailsRead More: https://punchng.com/man-city-agree-deal-to-sign-chelsea-star-fernandez-reports/
  
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• Iran president thanks Putin for Russia’s stance in war with US

  01-09-2026 18:52 via punchng.com
  
  Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday for Moscow’s stance during the Middle East war, in their first meeting since the conflict broke out. Moscow has massively deepened military and economic ties with Iran since launching its own full-scale invasion of Ukraine. “We appreciate and thank you for your positions atRead More: https://punchng.com/iran-president-thanks-putin-for-russias-stance-in-war-with-us/
  
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• Falconets draw South Korea in final World Cup friendly

  01-09-2026 18:52 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s Falconets drew 1-1 with South Korea in their final friendly before the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. Get ready for their opening match against SpaRead More: https://punchng.com/falconets-draw-south-korea-in-final-world-cup-friendly/
  
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• 2027: Atiku tackles Tinubu over fuel price

  01-09-2026 18:52 via punchng.com
  
  Atiku Abubakar criticizes President Tinubu’s fuel price policies, accusing his administration of causing economic hardship and promising relief only for 20Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-atiku-tackles-tinubu-over-fuel-price/
  
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• Presidency rejects US lobbyist reports as politically motivated

  01-09-2026 18:27 via punchng.com
  
  The Presidency dismisses US lobbyist reports on Bola Tinubu’s records as politically motivated, accusing Atiku Abubakar’s firm of creating pre-2027 electioRead More: https://punchng.com/presidency-rejects-us-lobbyist-reports-as-politically-motivated/
  
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• Police deploy 250 officers to Kano border LGAs to boost security

  01-09-2026 18:27 via punchng.com
  
  Kano State Police Command deploys 250 newly trained officers to border LGAs to boost security and rapid response, enhancing safety in frontline communitiesRead More: https://punchng.com/police-deploy-250-officers-to-kano-border-lgas-to-boost-security/
  
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• NAPTIP decries CSOs’ involvement in human trafficking

  01-09-2026 18:27 via punchng.com
  
  NAPTIP raises alarm over human traffickers using CSOs as fronts to exploit vulnerable communities in Nigeria. Learn how to identify and report suspicious aRead More: https://punchng.com/naptip-decries-csos-involvement-in-human-trafficking/
  
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• Musk defends AI data centres, slams EU rules at G20

  01-09-2026 18:27 via punchng.com
  
  Elon Musk urged G20 to ease AI regulation, defending data centres and criticising EU rules for stifling innovation. Learn more about his stance.Read More: https://punchng.com/musk-defends-ai-data-centres-slams-eu-rules-at-g20/
  
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• INEC issues certificates of return to new Anambra LG chairmen

  01-09-2026 18:27 via punchng.com
  
  INEC has issued certificates of return to the 21 newly elected local government chairmen in Anambra State following Saturday’s LG election.Read More: https://punchng.com/inec-issues-certificates-of-return-to-new-anambra-lg-chairmen/
  
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• China’s Xi visits Egypt as US sanctions threat looms over Iran links

  01-09-2026 18:27 via punchng.com
  
  Chinese President Xi Jinping visits Egypt as both nations face potential US sanctions due to financial ties with Iran. Discover the strategic implications.Read More: https://punchng.com/chinas-xi-visits-egypt-as-us-sanctions-threat-looms-over-iran-links/
  
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• Akwa Ibom gov names five new aides

  01-09-2026 18:27 via punchng.com
  
  Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno has approved five new aides for youth, women, senior citizens, and grassroots mobilisation. Learn about the new Akwa Ibom appoinRead More: https://punchng.com/akwa-ibom-gov-names-five-new-aides/
  
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• Kwara assembly suspends two members, declares seats vacant

  01-09-2026 17:57 via punchng.com
  
  The Kwara State House of Assembly has declared the seats of two of its members, Saaba Issa Gideon and Olusola Odetundun, vacant following their defection from the All Progressives Congress to the Peoples Democratic Party. The lawmakers represent Edu and Irepodun State constituencies, respectively. The decision was taken during plenary on Tuesday after the stateRead More: https://punchng.com/kwara-assembly-suspends-two-members-declares-seats-vacant/
  
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• Germany defender Rudiger announces international retirement

  01-09-2026 17:57 via punchng.com
  
  Germany defender Antonio Rudiger announces his international retirement after 86 appearances, focusing on his club career with Real Madrid.Read More: https://punchng.com/germany-defender-rudiger-announces-international-retirement/
  
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• Abuja hospital denies organ trafficking, suspends kidney transplant services

  01-09-2026 17:57 via punchng.com
  
  An Abuja-based hospital, Wellington Clinics, has denied involvement in alleged transactional organ harvesting linked to a kidney transplant performed at its facility, saying it neither participated in nor benefited from any financial arrangement involving the donor or recipient. The hospital also disclosed that it had suspended all renal transplant-related services pending the conclusion of investigationsRead More: https://punchng.com/abuja-hospital-denies-organ-trafficking-suspends-kidney-trans
  
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• 2027 AFCON qualifiers: Super Eagles to face Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau in September

  01-09-2026 17:57 via punchng.com
  
  The Super Eagles begin their 2027 AFCON qualifiers this September, facing Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. Get details on Nigeria’s path to the tournament.Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-afcon-qualifiers-super-eagles-to-face-madagascar-guinea-bissau-in-september/
  
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• FG backs South-South plan to unlock region’s mineral wealth

  01-09-2026 17:45 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government supports the South-South Development Commission’s plan to exploit the region’s solid mineral deposits, aiming for job creation and eRead More: https://punchng.com/fg-backs-south-south-plan-to-unlock-regions-mineral-wealth/
  
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• US personnel withdrawal routine, won’t affect counterterrorism cooperation – DHQ

  01-09-2026 17:33 via punchng.com
  
  The Defence Headquarters clarifies that the US personnel withdrawal is routine and won’t impact Nigeria’s counterterrorism cooperation with the United StatRead More: https://punchng.com/us-personnel-withdrawal-routine-wont-affect-counterterrorism-cooperation-dhq/
  
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• Prioritise investment over fuel subsidy debate, NNPP presidential candidate urges FG

  01-09-2026 17:33 via punchng.com
  
  NNPP presidential candidate, Suleiman Dikwa, urges the FG to move beyond the fuel subsidy debate and invest in job creation and productive assets.Read More: https://punchng.com/prioritise-investment-over-fuel-subsidy-debate-nnpp-presidential-candidate-urges-fg/
  
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• Osun warns against fake sports trust fund website

  01-09-2026 17:33 via punchng.com
  
  Osun State Government warns the public against a fraudulent website, osunsportstrustfund.com, impersonating the official Osun Sports Trust Fund.Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-warns-against-fake-sports-trust-fund-website/
  
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