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• Dickson appoints three new aides

  17-08-2026 16:00 via punchng.com
  
  Senator Seriake Dickson appoints Sani Takori, VinMartin Ilo, and Steve Nwosu as new aides to bolster the NDC’s operations and communication strategy.Read More: https://punchng.com/dickson-appoints-three-new-aides/
  
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• ‘There was a time I was broke’ – Davido

  18-08-2026 17:31 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Caleb AyemereAward-winning Nigerian Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has sparked widespread online conversation after reflecting on his personal financial journey and making candid remarks about wealth disparity within elite circles.​The music executive shared the open observations during an appearance on the popular digital talk show Uncut.Speaking on the realities of perceived affluence, Davido reflected on his own past struggles while addressing the fina
  
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• Sowore mocks peace accord, cites Osun deaths despite similar pact

  18-08-2026 17:27 via punchng.com
  
  Omoyele Sowore dismisses the National Peace Accord as a ritual, citing 50 deaths in the Osun election despite a similar pact. He calls for a “Justice AccorRead More: https://punchng.com/sowore-mocks-peace-accord-cites-osun-deaths-despite-similar-pact/
  
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• Serie A: Italy’s Vicario joins Juventus on loan from Spurs

  18-08-2026 17:27 via punchng.com
  
  Guglielmo Vicario joins Juventus on a one-year loan from Tottenham Hotspur. The Italy international is set to take over as first-choice goalkeeper for theRead More: https://punchng.com/serie-a-italys-vicario-joins-juventus-on-loan-from-spurs/
  
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• Senegal names Vieira head coach after World Cup disappointment

  18-08-2026 17:27 via punchng.com
  
  Senegal appoints France’s 1998 World Cup winner Patrick Vieira as head coach, aiming to revitalise the team after their recent World Cup disappointment.Read More: https://punchng.com/senegal-names-vieira-head-coach-after-world-cup-disappointment/
  
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• NBA’s conference return to Rivers not compensation for 2025 relocation – Osigwe

  18-08-2026 17:27 via punchng.com
  
  NBA President Afam Osigwe clarifies that the 2026 NBA Conference in Port Harcourt is not compensation for the 2025 relocation, citing restored democracy.Read More: https://punchng.com/nbas-conference-return-to-rivers-not-compensation-for-2025-relocation-osigwe/
  
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• 2Baba’s wife, Natasha, becomes Edo Assembly minority leader

  18-08-2026 17:17 via punchng.com
  
  Natasha Osawaru, 2Baba’s wife, has been named the new Minority Leader of the Edo State House of Assembly. Learn more about her new role and political journRead More: https://punchng.com/2babas-wife-natasha-becomes-edo-assembly-minority-leader/
  
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• Police arrest robbery suspect in Anambra, recover arms

  18-08-2026 17:17 via punchng.com
  
  Anambra State Police Command arrests 49-year-old robbery suspect, Chima Ogumba, recovering a pump-action gun and 50 live cartridges.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-robbery-suspect-in-anambra-recover-arms/
  
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• Osun election: Adeleke defeated 17 governors, 50 senators – Davido

  18-08-2026 17:16 via thesun.ng
  
  Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has described his uncle Ademola Adeleke’s victory in the Osun governorship election as a major political battle fought against a formidable coalition.
  Davido spoke on Tuesday while addressing journalists at his country home following Adeleke’s victory in the August 15 election.
  He congratulated the governor on his re-election and claimed that several influential political figures had mobilised against him during the contest.
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• 6 Nigerian Artists Who Had Label Disputes

  18-08-2026 17:07 via thenet.ng
  
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  In the Nigerian music industry, an artist and a record label can start as a successful partnership but later fall out over contract breaches, unpaid royalties, music ownership, management decisions or money. When disagreements become serious, they can lead to public accusations, contract terminations and even court cases.Record labels often provide artists with fund
  
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• Ogogo’s family dismisses viral death rumour amid cancer battle

  18-08-2026 17:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabThe family of veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has debunked viral reports claiming the 66-year-old actor has died, describing the circulating social media posts as fake.The rumour spread on Tuesday after a Facebook user falsely claimed that one of the actor’s daughters, Haleemah Taiwo, had announced his death following an alleged rejection by several hospitals.The post quickly gained traction online, prompting an immediate response from O
  
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• CBN records over $52.5bn foreign reserves, says official

  18-08-2026 17:00 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s foreign reserves have surged past $52.5bn, reaching a 17-year high. This growth is attributed to CBN reforms and increased investor confidence.Read More: https://punchng.com/cbn-records-over-52-5bn-foreign-reserves-says-official/
  
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• Afternoon recap: Actor Ogogo battles cancer, NDLEA arrests social media influencer, other top stories

  18-08-2026 17:00 via punchng.com
  
  Nollywood actor Ogogo’s daughters appeal for medical help for his stage-four cancer. Also, NDLEA arrests social media influencer KC Luxury in a major cocaiRead More: https://punchng.com/afternoon-recap-actor-ogogo-battles-cancer-ndlea-arrests-social-media-influencer-other-top-stories/
  
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• ‘Stage-four cancer doesn’t mean hospitals are refusing to treat Ogogo’ – Doctor clarifies

  18-08-2026 16:55 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Confidence Obiahu & Blessing OcharivehA medical doctor, health communicator and digital health entrepreneur, Dr. Olusina Ajidahun, has clarified the controversy surrounding the treatment of veteran Nollywood actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo.It will be recalled that the controversy arose following concerns raised by Ogogo’s daughters that hospitals were refusing to continue treating their father, who is battling stage-four cancer.The actor’s daughters, Lima and Ki
  
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• PHOTOS: Aiyedatiwa assesses Ondo market fire damage as victims seek aid

  18-08-2026 16:43 via punchng.com
  
  Governor Aiyedatiwa inspects Sabo Market in Ore after a devastating fire, promising support for victims. Investigation into the Ondo market fire is underwaRead More: https://punchng.com/photos-aiyedatiwa-assesses-ondo-market-fire-damage-as-victims-seek-aid/
  
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• Adeleke’s Osun victory was ‘war’ against 17 govs, 50 senators — Davido

  18-08-2026 16:43 via punchng.com
  
  Davido describes Governor Ademola Adeleke’s Osun victory as a ‘war’ against formidable opposition, praising voters and outlining plans for youth developmenRead More: https://punchng.com/adelekes-osun-victory-was-war-against-17-govs-50-senators-davido/
  
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• Tinubu support group kicks off 2027 campaign with 3,000-man walk

  18-08-2026 16:30 via punchng.com
  
  A Tinubu support group has launched its 2027 re-election campaign with a 3,000-man walk in Lagos, mobilising grassroots support for President Bola Tinubu.Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-support-group-kicks-off-2027-campaign-with-3000-man-walk/
  
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• Ogogo’s daughter debunks death rumour

  18-08-2026 16:30 via punchng.com
  
  Ogogo’s daughter debunks widespread death rumour, urging public to stop spreading fake news as veteran actor battles stage four cancer.Read More: https://punchng.com/ogogos-daughter-debunks-death-rumour/
  
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• Obi demands credible 2027 polls, urges Nigerians to reject violent politicians

  18-08-2026 16:30 via punchng.com
  
  Peter Obi calls for peaceful, issue-based campaigns and credible 2027 elections, urging Nigerians to reject violent politicians and hold leaders accountablRead More: https://punchng.com/obi-demands-credible-2027-polls-urges-nigerians-to-reject-violent-politicians/
  
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• ADC collaborated with Accord to defeat APC in Osun — Abdullahi

  18-08-2026 16:30 via punchng.com
  
  The ADC collaborated with the Accord Party in the Osun election to prevent the APC from winning, says Bolaji Abdullahi. This strategic alliance led to APC’Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-collaborated-with-accord-to-defeat-apc-in-osun-abdullahi/
  
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• How Nigerians can learn AI, other high-paying tech skills for free

  18-08-2026 16:30 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerians can learn AI, machine learning, and other high-paying tech skills for free through the Federal Government-backed Digital Training Academy. ApplyRead More: https://punchng.com/how-nigerians-can-learn-ai-other-high-paying-tech-skills-for-free/
  
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• “Carry Song Come Give You As How? That Song Fuckin’ Did Well Without You on It, Bruv!” — Wande Coal Hits Back at Davido Over ‘Come My Way’

  18-08-2026 16:09 via thenet.ng
  
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  Wande Coal has responded to Davido over comments surrounding their unreleased collaboration, “Come My Way.” The exchange comes after Davido explained that Wande Coal reached out to him for the song when it had not yet been released. According to Davido, he recorded his verse and described it as “mad, mad,” but the song was ultimately never re
  
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• Davido: Afrobeats is more lucrative, but artistes are less united

  18-08-2026 16:08 via thesun.ng
  
  Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has expressed concern over the declining unity among artistes in the Nigerian music industry.
  Davido noted that although Afrobeats has become more financially lucrative, the camaraderie and togetherness that once characterised the industry have diminished.
  The singer made the remarks during a recent episode of the Uncut Podcast, which began trending on X on Tuesday, while reflecting on the growth and evolution of the Nigerian music indust
  
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• Defence minister warns against last-minute deployments for election security

  18-08-2026 15:53 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s Defence Minister warns against last-minute deployments for election security, stressing the need for intelligence-led planning and continuous assRead More: https://punchng.com/defence-minister-warns-against-last-minute-deployments-for-election-security/
  
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• Nothing ‘ll stop me from becoming Abia governor — Actress Doris Ogala

  18-08-2026 15:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Osundiji SekinatActress Doris Ogala has declared her intention to become the next governor of Abia State, describing her decision to contest as a “divine mandate.”Ogala made the declaration during an episode on the Clarity Zone podcast, where she expressed confidence that she would emerge as the state’s next governor.According to her, her decision to seek the governorship seat was driven by what she described as a divine call to rescue the people of Abia State.She said, &ld
  
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• Trump declares Strait of Hormuz new US territory in social media post

  18-08-2026 15:41 via punchng.com
  
  Donald Trump declares the Strait of Hormuz a “new US territory” in a social media post, escalating tensions with Iran over the strategic waterway.Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-declares-strait-of-hormuz-new-us-territory-in-social-media-post/
  
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• Alia sends six commissioner nominees to Benue assembly

  18-08-2026 15:41 via punchng.com
  
  Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has sent six commissioner nominees to the State House of Assembly for confirmation, aiming to strengthen his administratRead More: https://punchng.com/alia-sends-six-commissioner-nominees-to-benue-assembly/
  
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• US coast guard lifts 12-year entry restriction on US-bound ships from Nigeria

  18-08-2026 15:24 via punchng.com
  
  The US Coast Guard has lifted a 12-year entry restriction on US-bound ships from Nigeria, signaling improved maritime security and ISPS Code compliance.Read More: https://punchng.com/us-coast-guard-lifts-12-year-entry-restriction-on-us-bound-ships-from-nigeria/
  
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• Tinubu’s 2027 election will be easier than 2023, says Wike

  18-08-2026 15:24 via punchng.com
  
  Nyesom Wike predicts President Bola Tinubu will have an easier path to victory in the 2027 election due to a weakened opposition.Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubus-2027-election-will-be-easier-than-2023-says-wike/
  
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• INEC releases timetable for Gombe reps constituency bye-election

  18-08-2026 15:24 via punchng.com
  
  INEC has released the timetable for the Gombe bye-election to fill the vacant Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency seat. Get key dates and details herRead More: https://punchng.com/inec-releases-timetable-for-gombe-reps-constituency-bye-election/
  
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