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• ADC alleges plot to arrest Aregbesola, warns FG

  13-08-2026 02:43 via punchng.com
  
  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) alleges a plot to arrest its National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola, before the Osun governorship election, warning theRead More: https://punchng.com/adc-alleges-plot-to-arrest-aregbesola-warns-fg/
  
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• EPL: Tottenham agree deal to sign Man City star Marmoush

  23-08-2026 18:27 via thesun.ng
  
  Tottenham Hotspur have reached an agreement with Manchester City to sign Egypt international Omar Marmoush on loan, according to renowned transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano.
  The deal will see the 27-year-old forward move to north London on an initial loan, with an option to buy that will become mandatory if certain conditions are met. Marmoush is expected to travel to Tottenham on Monday for his medical before completing the move.
  Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has been keen to strengthen h
  
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• Premier League: Yohanna Makes Debut In Brighton’s Big Win Over Aston Villa

  23-08-2026 18:16 via completesports.com
  
  Zadok Yohanna made his Premier League debut for Brighton & Hove Albion as the Seagulls cruised to a convincing 4-0 victory over Aston Villa at the Amex Stadium on Sunday. Yohanna started the encounter on the bench before replacing Mats Wieffer 12 minutes from time. It was the youngster’s second competitive appearance for Fabian Hürzeler’s [...]
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• Plateau denies scrapping tourism ministry in cabinet reshuffle

  23-08-2026 18:11 via punchng.com
  
  Plateau State Government denies claims of scrapping the Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality in its recent cabinet reshuffle, affirming its importance to ecRead More: https://punchng.com/plateau-denies-scrapping-tourism-ministry-in-cabinet-reshuffle/
  
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• YPP urges INEC to extend voter registration

  23-08-2026 17:56 via punchng.com
  
  The Young Progressive Party (YPP) calls on INEC to extend the continuous voter registration exercise, warning that many Nigerians risk disenfranchisement iRead More: https://punchng.com/ypp-urges-inec-to-extend-voter-registration/
  
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• EPL: Brighton thrash 10-man Villa 4-0 in season opener

  23-08-2026 17:56 via punchng.com
  
  Brighton dominated 10-man Aston Villa with a resounding 4-0 victory in their Premier League season opener. Read about the goals and red card incident.Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-brighton-thrash-10-man-villa-4-0-in-season-opener/
  
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• Defence ministry hails Matawalle’s appointment to Tinubu campaign team

  23-08-2026 17:56 via punchng.com
  
  Defence Ministry hails Bello Matawalle’s appointment as Deputy Director, Security and Intelligence I for the APC 2027 Presidential Campaign Council.Read More: https://punchng.com/defence-ministry-hails-matawalles-appointment-to-tinubu-campaign-team/
  
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• Cherki Matches Gundogan’s EPL Feat In Man City’s Comeback Win Against Bournemouth

  23-08-2026 17:41 via completesports.com
  
  Rayan Cherki equaled former Manchester City star Ilkay Gundogan’s Premier League feat, after helping Enzo Maresca’s side to a remarkable 2-1 comeback win against Bournemouth on Sunday. City were on the verge of losing their opening league fixture after Marcus Tarvenier gave Bournemouth the lead on 26 minutes. But Cherki, who came on in the [...]
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• Police arrest two kidnappers in Ondo

  23-08-2026 17:40 via punchng.com
  
  Ondo State Police Command arrests two suspected kidnappers in Molege, Owo LGA. Learn more about the ongoing investigation and efforts to dismantle the syndRead More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-two-kidnappers-in-ondo-2/
  
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• Osun calls for reconciliation, warns against post-election violence

  23-08-2026 17:40 via punchng.com
  
  Osun State Government urges reconciliation and warns against post-election violence, calling for peace and healing after the governorship election.Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-calls-for-reconciliation-warns-against-post-election-violence/
  
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• EPL: Maresca begins Man City reign with comeback win over Bournemouth

  23-08-2026 17:32 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Manchester City made a winning start to life without Pep Guardiola as late goals from Marc Guehi and Josko Gvardiol snatched a dramatic 2-1 victory against Bournemouth on Sunday in Enzo Maresca’s first Premier League game as the Spaniard’s replacement.Marcus Tavernier’s first half goal put Bournemouth ahead at the Etihad Stadium before City staged a pulsating fightback in the final minutes.Marc Guehi headed City’s equaliser with six minutes left before Gvardiol stroked i
  
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• Charlton Boss Hails Okonkwo’s Display In Win Over West Ham

  23-08-2026 17:13 via completesports.com
  
  Charlton Athletic manager Nathan Jones has heaped praise on Arthur Okonkwo following the goalkeeper’s outstanding display in the Addicks’ 2-1 away victory over West Ham United. Okonkwo made a memorable debut for Charlton at the London Stadium, playing a key role in helping Jones’ side secure maximum points from the keenly contested encounter. The Nigeria [...]
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• C’River gov pledges support for SPAR fire victims

  23-08-2026 17:10 via punchng.com
  
  Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, assures full government support for victims of the SPAR fire in Calabar, promising immediate intervention and recovRead More: https://punchng.com/criver-gov-pledges-support-for-spar-fire-victims/
  
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• 2027 Hajj: Kwara fixes ₦5m initial deposit for intending pilgrims

  23-08-2026 17:10 via punchng.com
  
  Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board sets N5m initial deposit for 2027 Hajj. Learn about payment deadlines and improved airlift arrangements for KwaraRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-hajj-kwara-fixes-%e2%82%a65m-initial-deposit-for-intending-pilgrims/
  
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• Bundesliga: Kane voted player of the year in Germany

  23-08-2026 16:54 via punchng.com
  
  Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane wins Germany’s Player of the Year award after a stellar season, scoring 61 goals. Learn more about his achievement.Read More: https://punchng.com/bundesliga-kane-voted-player-of-the-year-in-germany/
  
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• Woman born without fingerprints recounts JAMB, NYSC biometric struggles

  23-08-2026 16:39 via punchng.com
  
  A Nigerian woman born with adermatoglyphia shares her struggles with JAMB, NYSC, and banking biometrics. Learn about this rare condition and solutions.Read More: https://punchng.com/woman-born-without-fingerprints-recounts-jamb-nysc-biometric-struggles/
  
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• Soldiers kill kidnapper, arrest two in Benue

  23-08-2026 16:39 via punchng.com
  
  Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke killed a suspected kidnapper and arrested two others in Benue, recovering weapons and foiling an abduction attempt.Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-kill-kidnapper-arrest-two-in-benue/
  
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• Ekiti monarch honours Oyebanji, Bamidele with chieftaincy titles

  23-08-2026 16:39 via punchng.com
  
  Ekiti’s Alaaye of Efon Kingdom confers chieftaincy titles on Governor Biodun Oyebanji and Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele for their community contributions.Read More: https://punchng.com/ekiti-monarch-honours-oyebanji-bamidele-with-chieftaincy-titles/
  
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• ‘I Don’t Think It Is A Sending Off’ –Dean Reacts To Aina’s Tackle Vs Leeds United

  23-08-2026 16:32 via completesports.com
  
  Former Premier League referee Mike Dean has agreed with the decision to only award Super Eagles defender Ola Aina a yellow card for his challenge on James Justin, stating that the tackle was low and reckless rather than a red card offense. Recall that the Nigerian international made a lunging challenge on James Justin during [...]
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• Kaduna clears pension arrears

  23-08-2026 16:24 via punchng.com
  
  Kaduna State Government clears N18bn pension arrears, intensifies infrastructure development, and boosts agriculture funding thanks to increased federal alRead More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-clears-pension-arrears/
  
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• 2027: PRP chieftain urges issue-based campaigns

  23-08-2026 16:24 via punchng.com
  
  A PRP chieftain calls for issue-based campaigns in the 2027 elections, urging candidates to focus on policies and national unity, shunning divisive rhetoriRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-prp-chieftain-urges-issue-based-campaigns/
  
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• Nordic nations demand Infantino’s resignation

  23-08-2026 16:17 via thesun.ng
  
  Six Nordic football associations have withdrawn their confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino and called for major reforms to the governance of world football.
  Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden and the Faroe Islands announced their position in a joint statement after meeting in Helsinki on Sunday.
  The associations backed calls by UEFA, the Asian Football Confederation and CONCACAF for Infantino to resign, as pressure mounts on the FIFA president ahead of next year’s election.
  
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• EPL: Man City agree £86m deal for Morocco World Cup star Bouaddi

  23-08-2026 15:46 via thesun.ng
  
  Manchester City have reached an agreement in principle with Lille for the transfer of 18-year-old Morocco international Ayyoub Bouaddi in a deal that could rise to £85.6 million.
  The Premier League club are set to pay an initial £81.4 million for the midfielder, with a further £4.2 million potentially due in add-ons.
  Bouaddi is expected to complete his move to England after City and Lille reached an agreement, with the teenager identified as a key addition to strengthen the clu
  
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• N25bn First Lady’s gifts, TETFund funds pooled to revive abandoned National Library – Alausa

  23-08-2026 15:35 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government has pooled N25bn from First Lady’s gifts and TETFund to revive the abandoned National Library headquarters in Abuja after 18 years.Read More: https://punchng.com/n25bn-first-ladys-gifts-tetfund-funds-pooled-to-revive-abandoned-national-library-alausa/
  
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• Insecurity: Nigeria must not become a killing field, Obi tells FG

  23-08-2026 15:35 via punchng.com
  
  Peter Obi condemns recent killings and abductions in North-Central Nigeria, urging urgent government action to address the escalating Nigeria insecurity crRead More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-nigeria-must-not-become-a-killing-field-obi-tells-fg/
  
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• Fake presidential agency: Bureaucratic weaknesses allowed fraud to thrive – Ex-perm sec

  23-08-2026 15:19 via punchng.com
  
  A former Permanent Secretary reveals how bureaucratic weaknesses in Nigeria’s government allowed a fake presidential agency to operate, highlighting lapsesRead More: https://punchng.com/fake-presidential-agency-bureaucratic-weaknesses-allowed-fraud-to-thrive-ex-perm-sec/
  
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• 2027: PDP’s Oluyede urges Nigerians to make presidential poll about performance, continuity

  23-08-2026 15:19 via punchng.com
  
  PDP’s Wole Oluyede advocates for Nigerians to make the 2027 presidential election about President Tinubu’s performance and continuity, not sentiment.Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-pdps-oluyede-urges-nigerians-to-make-presidential-poll-about-performance-continuity/
  
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• Man City agree £86m deal for Morocco World Cup star Bouaddi

  23-08-2026 15:07 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Manchester City have reached an agreement in principle with Lille to sign 18-year-old midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi for a fee that could rise to €100m (£85.6m).The Premier League champions have been in advanced negotiations with Lille over the Morocco international, with a deal now close to completion.Lille have reportedly agreed to an initial fee of £81.4m for Bouaddi, with a further £4.2m in potential add-ons.Bouaddi is expected to complete his move to England after the two
  
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• Chinese humanoid beats Usain Bolt’s record at World Robot Games

  23-08-2026 15:04 via punchng.com
  
  A Chinese humanoid robot, Tiangong Ultra, shattered Usain Bolt’s 100-meter record at the World Robot Games in Beijing, showcasing China’s robotics dominancRead More: https://punchng.com/chinese-humanoid-beats-usain-bolts-record-at-world-robot-games/
  
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• 2027: Niger Delta youths hail Tinubu, Shettima over ex-lawmaker’s appointment

  23-08-2026 15:00 via punchng.com
  
  Niger Delta Youth Assembly commends President Tinubu and VP Shettima on Ochielegor Idagbo’s appointment as South-South Zonal Coordinator.Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-niger-delta-youths-hail-tinubu-shettima-over-ex-lawmakers-appointment/
  
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