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• Rising fuel imports could cripple local refineries – CPPE

  31-08-2026 02:45 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria risks undermining its domestic refining sector if petroleum-product import permits continue to be issued without proof of a genuine supply shortfall, the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise has warned. In a policy report on Sunday, the Chief Executive Officer of the CPPE, Dr Muda Yusuf, argued that unchecked import licensing could reverseRead More: https://punchng.com/rising-fuel-imports-could-cripple-local-refineries-cppe/
  
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• No good relationship between Chelsea, Villa – Emery

  31-08-2026 08:00 via punchng.com
  
  Despite frequent player transfers, Aston Villa manager Unai Emery dismisses any “good relationship” between Chelsea and Villa, citing competitive rivalry.Read More: https://punchng.com/no-good-relationship-between-chelsea-villa-emery/
  
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• Nigerian woman arrested in India with N40.9m cocaine

  31-08-2026 08:00 via punchng.com
  
  A Nigerian woman has been arrested in India with 57.18 grammes of cocaine valued at N40.9m. She was reportedly travelling from Mumbai to Indore to supply tRead More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-woman-arrested-in-india-with-n40-9m-cocaine/
  
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• Djokovic crashes out of US Open first round

  31-08-2026 08:00 via punchng.com
  
  Novak Djokovic suffers his earliest Grand Slam exit in 20 years, crashing out of the US Open first round due to illness and injury. Read more.Read More: https://punchng.com/djokovic-crashes-out-of-us-open-first-round/
  
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• Latest developments in the US-Iran war

  31-08-2026 08:00 via punchng.com
  
  The Middle East war has flared again for the first time in a month, with American strikes on Iran prompting retaliation from Tehran on Monday. Here are the latest developments: – Iran attacks Jordan, UAE – Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said Monday they attacked two US military air bases with ballistic missiles in Washington-allied Jordan, causingRead More: https://punchng.com/latest-developments-in-the-us-iran-war/
  
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• BBNaija S11: Big Brother gives Flora, Aikou chance to rejoin ₦160m race

  31-08-2026 07:45 via thesun.ng
  
  Big Brother Naija Season 11 has taken another dramatic turn as Biggie has given Gambits Flora and Aikou an opportunity to regain their eligibility to compete for the show’s ₦160 million grand prize.
  The development was announced during Sunday’s live eviction show after Big Brother introduced a new twist, tagged “Operation Release the Gambit.”
  Flora and Aikou had earlier emerged as the first Gambits of the “Show Ya Sef” season following a viewers’ v
  
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• Lured online, sold for $5,000: How Nigerian youths are trapped in Asia’s cyber-slave camps (1)

  31-08-2026 07:14 via punchng.com
  
  When Sabiu demanded to leave the compound, his boss gave him an answer that still haunts him: “I had paid $5,000 to buy you.” What began as a promised job in Laos had become captivity. His passport was gone, his savings were stolen and armed guards watched over a workforce forced to scam strangers online.Read More: https://punchng.com/lured-online-sold-for-5000-how-nigerian-youths-are-trapped-in-asias-cyber-slave-camps-1/
  
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• Ajaokuta Steel risks power cut over N5.46bn debt

  31-08-2026 07:03 via punchng.com
  
  The moribund Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited and its host community risk being disconnected from electricity supply over unpaid obligations totalling N5.46bn, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has disclosed. The NERC, in its just-released 2025 Annual Report, said the steel company and the host community failed to make any payment towards energy invoices and service chargesRead More: https://punchng.com/ajaokuta-steel-risks-power-cut-over-n5-46bn-debt/
  
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• Pension inflows surge 42% despite idle accounts

  31-08-2026 06:23 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s pension contributions surged 42% in Q1 2026, reaching N147.16m. Discover why this growth coexists with 91.4% dormant pension accounts.Read More: https://punchng.com/pension-inflows-surge-42-despite-idle-accounts/
  
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• Access Holdings Board approves H1 2026 financials

  31-08-2026 06:23 via punchng.com
  
  Access Holdings’ Board has approved its H1 2026 financial statements, now awaiting CBN approval before public release. Learn about the regulatory process.Read More: https://punchng.com/access-holdings-board-approves-h1-2026-financials/
  
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• Ajah-Lekki markets, facilities face waste compliance enforcement

  31-08-2026 06:11 via punchng.com
  
  The Lagos Waste Management Authority has identified a number of markets, commercial and institutional facilities across the Ajah-Lekki Axis for compliance enforcement over persistent violations of waste management requirements and other environmental regulations. The Director of Public Affairs at LAWMA, Mukaila Sanusi, disclosed this in a recent statement obtained by The PUNCH. Speaking on theRead More: https://punchng.com/ajah-lekki-markets-facilities-face-waste-compliance-enforcement/
  
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• Amusan claims Grand Prix Brescia win ahead DL final

  31-08-2026 05:37 via punchng.com
  
  Tobi Amusan claims victory at Grand Prix Brescia with a 12.56s finish, setting the stage for a thrilling Diamond League final showdown.Read More: https://punchng.com/amusan-claims-grand-prix-brescia-win-ahead-dl-final/
  
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• New Zealand netball star Nweke inspires Lagos talents

  31-08-2026 05:23 via punchng.com
  
  New Zealand netball star Grace Nweke returns to Lagos to mentor aspiring players, highlighting the immense talent and potential for netball growth in NigerRead More: https://punchng.com/new-zealand-netball-star-nweke-inspires-lagos-talents/
  
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• Leão anticipates Osimhen partnership at Galatasaray

  31-08-2026 05:23 via punchng.com
  
  Rafael Leão expresses excitement about a potential partnership with Victor Osimhen at Galatasaray, aiming for success in domestic and European competitionsRead More: https://punchng.com/leao-anticipates-osimhen-partnership-at-galatasaray/
  
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• Guild hails Tinubu, demands credible NFF reform committee

  31-08-2026 05:23 via punchng.com
  
  The Guild of Sports Editors commends President Tinubu’s intervention in Nigerian football and demands a credible NFF reform committee for lasting change.Read More: https://punchng.com/guild-hails-tinubu-demands-credible-nff-reform-committee/
  
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• Eko 2026: LOC, MOC to tackle age cheating

  31-08-2026 05:23 via punchng.com
  
  The Eko 2026 National Intermediate Games will use the National Identity Number (NIN) system to combat age cheating, ensuring fair competition for young athRead More: https://punchng.com/eko-2026-loc-moc-to-tackle-age-cheating/
  
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• D’Tigers crush Cape Verde 100-84, revive World Cup hopes

  31-08-2026 05:23 via punchng.com
  
  D’Tigers secured a dominant 100-84 win over Cape Verde, reviving their 2027 FIBA World Cup hopes. Caleb Agada led with 26 points in this crucial victory.Read More: https://punchng.com/dtigers-crush-cape-verde-100-84-revive-world-cup-hopes/
  
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• Cricket: Nigeria U-19 girls win World Cup qualifier opener

  31-08-2026 05:23 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s U-19 female cricket team started their 2027 ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier with a win, defeating Uganda by four wickets.Read More: https://punchng.com/cricket-nigeria-u-19-girls-win-world-cup-qualifier-opener/
  
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• Ajayi runs 15th career sub-10s race in Switzerland

  31-08-2026 05:23 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerian sprint sensation Kayinsola Ajayi clocks 9.91s in Switzerland, marking his 15th career sub-10s race. Read more about his impressive season.Read More: https://punchng.com/ajayi-runs-15th-career-sub-10s-race-in-switzerland/
  
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• Unstoppable Arokodare scores first Eredivisie goal

  31-08-2026 05:23 via punchng.com
  
  Tolu Arokodare can’t stop scoring since joining Ajax. The Nigerian has now opened his account in the league with his compatriots like Chuba Akpom and Umar Sadiq also scoring their first goals of the season. ABIODUN ADEWALE writes NETHERLANDS Tolu Arokodare (Ajax) Arokodare continued his impressive start to life at Ajax, scoring his first EredivisieRead More: https://punchng.com/unstoppable-arokodare-scores-first-eredivisie-goal/
  
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• Sanusi out for two months

  31-08-2026 05:23 via punchng.com
  
  Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi is set to spend around two months on the sidelines after medical tests confirmed an adductor injury to his right leg, suffered during Porto’s 3-0 win over Académico de Viseu on Saturday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Tests carried out on Sunday confirmed the injury, with Portuguese publication O Jogo reportingRead More: https://punchng.com/sanusi-out-for-two-months/
  
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• Nathaniel Idowu Summer Camp ends on high note

  31-08-2026 05:23 via punchng.com
  
  The Nathaniel Idowu Summer Camp, focusing on grassroots sports development and mentorship, concluded successfully in Lagos, impacting over 500 children.Read More: https://punchng.com/nathaniel-idowu-summer-camp-ends-on-high-note/
  
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• Imuran joins Aston Villa from London City Lionesses

  31-08-2026 05:23 via punchng.com
  
  Super Falcons defender Rofiat Imuran has joined Aston Villa Women ahead of the 2026/27 Women’s Super League season, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Aston Villa announced the signing of the Nigeria international on Sunday, with the move subject to visa approval. The 22-year-old defender becomes Villa’s ninth addition of the summer transfer window as manager NataliaRead More: https://punchng.com/imuran-joins-aston-villa-from-london-city-lionesses/
  
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• TCC unveils bigger vision for seventh season

  31-08-2026 05:11 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s fastest-growing grassroots football league, The Creative Championship, has set its sights on a bigger seventh season as it deepens its focus on data-driven player development, scouting visibility and stronger pathways to professional football. Established in November 2020, TCC has completed six uninterrupted seasons and produced more than 100 players who have gone on toRead More: https://punchng.com/tcc-unveils-bigger-vision-for-seventh-season/
  
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• NUPRC enforces 3% oil levy, registers 172 community devt trusts

  31-08-2026 04:04 via punchng.com
  
  The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission has registered 172 Host Communities Development Trusts established by oil and gas companies under the Petroleum Industry Act. The development comes as the regulator intensifies enforcement of the PIA provision requiring oil and gas companies, known as settlors, to contribute three per cent of their operating expenditure in theRead More: https://punchng.com/nuprc-enforces-3-oil-levy-registers-172-community-devt-trusts/
  
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• NPFL: Ikorodu City take early lead after opening-day win

  31-08-2026 04:04 via punchng.com
  
  Ikorodu City made the perfect start to their 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League campaign, climbing to the top of the table after a 3-1 victory over newly promoted Ranchers Bees on Sunday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Oga Boys fell behind as early as the seventh minute when Ranchers Bees opened the scoring, but theRead More: https://punchng.com/npfl-ikorodu-city-take-early-lead-after-opening-day-win/
  
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• Heritage Bank depositors demand full refunds

  31-08-2026 04:04 via punchng.com
  
  Aggrieved depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank Plc have renewed calls for the Federal Government, Central Bank of Nigeria and Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation to ensure the full repayment of their outstanding funds.  The depositors, under the Concerned Heritage Bank Depositors Forum, said they had been left in prolonged financial uncertainty more than two yearsRead More: https://punchng.com/heritage-bank-depositors-demand-full-refunds/
  
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• FG eyes emerging market status after FTSE upgrade

  31-08-2026 03:33 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government has set its sights on advancing Nigeria’s capital market to Emerging Market status following confirmation from global index provider FTSE Russell that the nation’s market will be officially reclassified to Frontier Market status from Monday, 21 September 2026. The reclassification marks Nigeria’s formal return to the global Frontier Market index nearly threeRead More: https://punchng.com/fg-eyes-emerging-market-status-after-ftse-upgrade/
  
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• Diphtheria: 29 Katsina LGs affected, Kano confirms two deaths

  31-08-2026 03:33 via punchng.com
  
  Katsina and Kano states are intensifying efforts to contain diphtheria outbreaks, with the disease reported in 29 local government areas of Katsina State, while a recent investigation in Kano confirmed two diphtheria-related deaths in Rano Local Government Area. In Katsina, the widening outbreak has prompted the state government to intensify emergency vaccination, surveillance and isolationRead More: https://punchng.com/diphtheria-29-katsina-lgs-affected-kano-confirms-two-deaths/
  
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• SUNU Assurances shareholders approve directors, new auditor

  31-08-2026 03:18 via punchng.com
  
  Shareholders of SUNU Assurances Nigeria Plc have approved the re-election of Aisha Abubakar as a director and ratified the appointments of three directors at the company’s 39th Annual General Meeting held in Lagos. The shareholders also approved the appointment of TAC Professional Services as the company’s external auditor, replacing the retiring audit firm, SIAO Partners.Read More: https://punchng.com/sunu-assurances-shareholders-approve-directors-new-auditor/
  
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