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• 2027 Peace Accord: APC rejects violence, hate speech, misinformation -Tinubu

  18-08-2026 21:14 via punchng.com
  
  President Tinubu and APC commit to the 2027 Peace Accord, rejecting violence, hate speech, and misinformation for peaceful, transparent elections in NigeriRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-peace-accord-apc-rejects-violence-hate-speech-misinformation-tinubu/
  
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• VIDEO: I need a car, Lagos TikToker appeals to Osimhen

  26-08-2026 19:45 via punchng.com
  
  A Lagos TikToker, Kesari Okala, has made a viral appeal to Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen for a car, recalling a previous encounter with the footballer.Read More: https://punchng.com/video-i-need-a-car-lagos-tiktoker-appeals-to-osimhen/
  
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• Okoya’s son announces exit from music

  26-08-2026 19:45 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerian Afrobeats singer Siraheem, son of billionaire Rasaq Okoya, has announced his exit from the music industry, citing other commitments. Read more.Read More: https://punchng.com/okoyas-son-announces-exit-from-music/
  
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• Mali singer cancels South Africa shows over xenophobic violence

  26-08-2026 19:16 via punchng.com
  
  Malian music legend Salif Keita cancels South Africa concerts, citing xenophobic violence against African migrants. Read his full statement.Read More: https://punchng.com/mali-singer-cancels-south-africa-shows-over-xenophobic-violence/
  
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• Legacy projects will help APC win Rivers elections — Fubara

  26-08-2026 19:16 via punchng.com
  
  Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara states that his administration’s legacy projects, like the Agba-Ndele Road, will give the APC an edge in upcoming eRead More: https://punchng.com/legacy-projects-will-help-apc-win-rivers-elections-fubara/
  
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• 20-year-old kills father in Anambra

  26-08-2026 19:16 via punchng.com
  
  A 20-year-old man has allegedly killed his father with a machete in Anambra State. Discover details of the Anambra parricide and the suspect’s arrest.Read More: https://punchng.com/20-year-old-kills-father-in-anambra/
  
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• Kano gov hails Sultan of Sokoto at 70

  26-08-2026 19:16 via punchng.com
  
  Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf celebrates the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, on his 70th birthday, praising his contributions to peaceRead More: https://punchng.com/kano-gov-hails-sultan-of-sokoto-at-70/
  
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• VIDEO: Okin Biscuits resumes production after 17 years

  26-08-2026 19:00 via punchng.com
  
  Okin Biscuits, a popular Nigerian brand, has resumed production after 17 years. Learn about the challenges and milestones in its revival.Read More: https://punchng.com/video-okin-biscuits-resumes-production-after-17-years/
  
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• US designates UK-based Palestine Action as terrorist group

  26-08-2026 19:00 via punchng.com
  
  The US has designated UK-based Palestine Action as a “specially designated global terrorist” organization, imposing sanctions on the group.Read More: https://punchng.com/us-designates-uk-based-palestine-action-as-terrorist-group/
  
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• Huawei explores secure networks for Nigeria’s digital future

  26-08-2026 19:00 via punchng.com
  
  Huawei Nigeria hosted the IP&OpticX Club 2026, discussing secure, intelligent networks to power Nigeria’s digital transformation and AI adoption.Read More: https://punchng.com/huawei-explores-secure-networks-for-nigerias-digital-future/
  
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• Aiyegbeni breaks silence on 2004 AFCON controversy

  26-08-2026 19:00 via punchng.com
  
  Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni finally speaks out about the controversial 2004 AFCON exit, detailing his side of the story.Read More: https://punchng.com/aiyegbeni-breaks-silence-on-2004-afcon-controversy/
  
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• Italy Withdraw Support For Infantino’s FIFA Re-Election Bid

  26-08-2026 19:00 via completesports.com
  
  Italy’s football federation (FIGC) has formally withdrawn its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s upcoming re-election bid. The move aligns fully with UEFA and its president, Aleksander Čeferin, regarding concerns over FIFA’s recent governance choices. Read Also:Done Deal: Bouaddi Completes Move To Manchester City The backlash began after a revealed plan to sell a 20% [...]
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• We want Alvarez – Laporta turns up heat on Athletico bid

  26-08-2026 18:49 via thesun.ng
  
  Barcelona president Joan Laporta has reiterated the club’s desire to sign Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez, urging the Spanish side to accept their offer for the Argentina international.
  Laporta said Barcelona remain “very interested” in Alvarez and are prepared to complete the transfer if Atletico agree to the proposal already submitted for the 26-year-old forward.
  “We are very interested in the player and we would like our offer to be accepted,” Laporta said
  
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• Nigerian Winger Joins Slovakian Club AS Trenčín On Loan

  26-08-2026 18:46 via completesports.com
  
  Nigerian winger Ridwan Sanusi has completed a season-long loan move to Slovakian club AS Trenčín, Completesports.com reports. The agreement, according to information on Trenčín’s official website, includes an option to make the transfer permanent. Sanusi joins the club from fellow Slovakian side MŠK Žilina. The 23-year-old spent last season on loan at Podbrezová, where he [...]
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• Borgu attack: Northern senators urge FG to rescue abducted worshippers, residents

  26-08-2026 18:44 via punchng.com
  
  Northern Senators Forum demands immediate rescue of worshippers and residents abducted in Borgu, Niger State, urging FG to review security.Read More: https://punchng.com/borgu-attack-northern-senators-urge-fg-to-rescue-abducted-worshippers-residents/
  
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• 95 die, 291 foreign tourists missing in Nepal’s flash floods

  26-08-2026 18:44 via punchng.com
  
  Devastating flash floods in Nepal have left 95 dead and 291 foreign tourists missing. Get the latest updates on the Nepal floods and missing nationalities.Read More: https://punchng.com/95-die-291-foreign-tourists-missing-in-nepals-flash-floods/
  
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• ‘There Is Zero Chance Of Selling Alvarez’ –Atletico Madrid Hit Back At Barca

  26-08-2026 18:43 via completesports.com
  
  Atlético Madrid has issued a fierce response to FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta, declaring that there is a 0% chance of selling Julián Álvarez to their La Liga rivals. Recall that Laporta publicly stated that Barcelona remains very interested in Álvarez and hopes their offer will be accepted, maintaining respect for Atlético while keeping the [...]
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• Police deny receiving report of kidney sales in Abuja

  26-08-2026 18:29 via punchng.com
  
  FCT Police Command denies receiving reports of alleged kidney sales in Abuja’s Nyanya area, urging the public to disregard unverified information.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-deny-receiving-report-of-kidney-sales-in-abuja/
  
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• Ogogo’s family debunks report of daughter giving childbirth

  26-08-2026 18:29 via punchng.com
  
  Ogogo’s family dismisses viral reports and a video claiming his daughter, Shakirat Taiwo, has given birth, urging privacy during their mourning period.Read More: https://punchng.com/ogogos-family-debunks-report-of-daughter-giving-childbirth/
  
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• NCC seeks solutions to technology barriers facing PWDs

  26-08-2026 18:29 via punchng.com
  
  The NCC is calling on innovators to develop affordable and scalable technology solutions to remove barriers preventing persons with disabilities from partiRead More: https://punchng.com/ncc-seeks-solutions-to-technology-barriers-facing-pwds/
  
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• FG gives committee 90 days to prepare national security strategy

  26-08-2026 18:29 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government has inaugurated a committee tasked with preparing a comprehensive National Security Strategy and a Five-Year Strategic Defence OperaRead More: https://punchng.com/fg-gives-committee-90-days-to-prepare-national-security-strategy/
  
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• Tinubu mourns Eagle Online publisher Dotun Oladipo

  26-08-2026 17:57 via punchng.com
  
  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu mourns the passing of Dotun Oladipo, publisher of The Eagle Online, calling it a painful loss to Nigeria’s media industry.Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-mourns-eagle-online-publisher-dotun-oladipo/
  
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• Soludo’s wife urges stronger empowerment, equality for women

  26-08-2026 17:57 via punchng.com
  
  Dr. Nonye Soludo, Anambra’s First Lady, advocates for stronger women empowerment and equality, stating that empowered women build stronger families and socRead More: https://punchng.com/soludos-wife-urges-stronger-empowerment-equality-for-women/
  
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• Malami inaugurates ADC campaign council in Kebbi

  26-08-2026 17:37 via punchng.com
  
  Former AGF Abubakar Malami inaugurates a 600-member ADC campaign council in Kebbi, urging unity and issue-based politics for the 2027 elections.Read More: https://punchng.com/malami-inaugurates-adc-campaign-council-in-kebbi/
  
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• FG unveils 100 electric buses for civil servants

  26-08-2026 17:37 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government has launched 100 electric buses under the Renewed Hope Mass Transit Programme to ease transportation for civil servants. Learn moreRead More: https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-100-electric-buses-for-civil-servants/
  
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• Soldiers rescue two kidnap victims in Plateau

  26-08-2026 17:22 via punchng.com
  
  Troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE successfully rescued two kidnap victims in Bassa and Kanam LGAs of Plateau State, the Joint Task Force announced.Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-rescue-two-kidnap-victims-in-plateau/
  
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• Police arrest man over N3.5m romance scam, sextortion

  26-08-2026 17:22 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerian police arrest Abdulwajeed Abdullahi for N3.5m romance scam and sextortion, threatening to release nude photos. Learn more about the cybercrime craRead More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-man-over-n3-5m-romance-scam-sextortion/
  
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• FG to review foreign scholarships, focus on Nigerian schools — Minister

  26-08-2026 17:22 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government is reviewing foreign scholarships to eliminate wasteful spending and strengthen Nigerian schools, says Education Minister. Learn morRead More: https://punchng.com/fg-to-review-foreign-scholarships-focus-on-nigerian-schools-minister/
  
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• EFCC offers 5% reward for tips on stolen Nigerian assets abroad – Olukoyede

  26-08-2026 17:22 via punchng.com
  
  The EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, announced a 2.5-5% reward for whistleblowers providing tips on stolen Nigerian assets held abroad, aiming to recover illiRead More: https://punchng.com/efcc-offers-5-reward-for-tips-on-stolen-nigerian-assets-abroad-olukoyede/
  
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• Navy restores power to A’Ibom community after 15 years

  26-08-2026 17:06 via punchng.com
  
  The Nigerian Navy has restored electricity to Nduk community in Akwa Ibom State after 15 years of blackout, improving security and economic activities.Read More: https://punchng.com/navy-restores-power-to-aibom-community-after-15-years/
  
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