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• CBN cuts T-bill rate amid N3.63tn demand

  28-08-2026 03:45 via punchng.com
  
  Investors are increasingly positioning for longer-term returns in Nigeria’s fixed-income market, with the latest treasury bills auction showing an overwhelming preference for the one-year government security. At the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) primary market auction on Wednesday, investors submitted N3.63tn for the 364-day T-bill, representing 95.9 per cent of the N3.79tn total bids receivedRead More: https://punchng.com/cbn-cuts-t-bill-rate-amid-n3-63tn-demand/
  
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• Otu promises new varsity, better power supply for Cross River North

  01-09-2026 23:32 via punchng.com
  
  Governor Bassey Otu assures Cross River North stakeholders of a new university, improved power supply, and infrastructure development. Learn more about theRead More: https://punchng.com/otu-promises-new-varsity-better-power-supply-for-cross-river-north/
  
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• Ebonyi gov threatens to sack council chairmen who lose LGs in 2027

  01-09-2026 23:32 via punchng.com
  
  Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru has threatened to sack any council chairman that failed to win his area for the ruling-All Progressives Congress in 2027. Nwifuru issued the threat on Tuesday in Abakiliki, when he inaugurated the new Chairmen and Vice Chairmen of the 13 Local Government Areas of the state. He said, “Any chairmanRead More: https://punchng.com/ebonyi-gov-threatens-to-sack-council-chairmen-who-lose-lgs-in-2027/
  
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• OFFICIAL: Mudryk Joins Tottenham On Loan

  01-09-2026 23:18 via completesports.com
  
  Chelsea have announced that Mykhailo Mudryk has joined London rivals Tottenham Hotspur on a season-long loan move. The Blues, in a statement, wrote on their website:”Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has joined Tottenham Hotspur on a season-long loan. “Signed from Shakhtar Donetsk in January 2023, the Ukraine international has made 73 appearances for the Blues and [...]
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• IMF agrees $2.2bn loan deal for Senegal

  01-09-2026 23:16 via punchng.com
  
  The IMF has agreed to a new $2.2 billion loan program for Senegal, two years after a previous deal was suspended due to unreported debt. Learn more about tRead More: https://punchng.com/imf-agrees-2-2bn-loan-deal-for-senegal/
  
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• Zuckerberg, Musk call for more AI data centres

  01-09-2026 23:01 via punchng.com
  
  Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk emphasize the urgent need for more AI data centers and power at a G20 meeting, highlighting job creation and energy challengeRead More: https://punchng.com/zuckerberg-musk-call-for-more-ai-data-centres/
  
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• EPL transfer deadline: Nwaneri joins Dortmund, City sign Ndiaye, other deals

  01-09-2026 23:01 via punchng.com
  
  Catch up on all the drama and confirmed deals from EPL Deadline Day, including Ethan Nwaneri’s loan to Dortmund and Man City’s signing of Iliman Ndiaye.Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-deadline-day-nwaneri-joins-dortmund-city-sign-ndiaye-other-deals/
  
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• 2027: Renewed Hope Ambassadors group not dissolved, says Uzodimma

  01-09-2026 23:01 via punchng.com
  
  Governor Hope Uzodimma clarifies that the Renewed Hope Ambassadors group, established by President Tinubu, remains active despite the new APC Campaign CounRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-renewed-hope-ambassadors-group-not-dissolved-says-uzodinma/
  
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• Olopade: FIFA Has Endorsed NFF Resignations, Reform Discussions Ongoing

  01-09-2026 22:53 via completesports.com
  
  Director General of the National Sports Commission, NSC, Bukola Olopade, has confirmed that world football governing body FIFA has formally accepted the resignations of key officials of the Nigeria Football Federation ,NFF, reports Completesports.com. Former NFF President Ibrahim Gusau, General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi and other members of the federation’s Executive Committee tendered their resignations last [...]
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• Fire guts shops in Yobe

  01-09-2026 22:44 via punchng.com
  
  A fire incident at Pumpum Nuri Water Site in Geidam, Yobe State, destroyed several shops, causing traders to lose millions of naira. Learn more about the YRead More: https://punchng.com/fire-guts-shops-in-yobe/
  
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• Transfer deadline day: Major deals already completed across Europe

  01-09-2026 22:27 via vanguardngr.com
  By Adegboyega AdeleyeThe transfer deadline day has delivered several major moves involving Europe’s leading clubs, with Manchester City, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Barcelona and Juventus among those completing late business before the summer window closes.Here are some of the major deals already completed across Europe on deadline day, according to confirmed reports.1. Matias Fernandez-Pardo — Lille to Newcastle United, £51m reportedNewcastle United completed t
  
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• Lassa fever death toll hits 252, cases rise to 1,035 — NCDC

  01-09-2026 22:11 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s Lassa fever death toll reaches 252 with 1,035 confirmed cases. NCDC reports new infections in Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, and Benue states.Read More: https://punchng.com/lassa-fever-death-toll-hits-252-cases-rise-to-1035-ncdc/
  
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• 2027: Renewed Hope Ambassadors group not dissolved, says Uzodinma

  01-09-2026 22:11 via punchng.com
  
  Governor Hope Uzodinma clarifies that the Renewed Hope Ambassadors group, established by President Tinubu, remains active despite the new APC PresidentialRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-renewed-hope-ambassadors-group-not-dissolved-says-uzodinma/
  
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• Swedish Tennis Star Forces To Retire After Collapsing Twice On Court

  01-09-2026 22:05 via completesports.com
  Swedish tennis player Elias Ymer collapsed twice on the court during his opening match at the Zhangjiagang Challenger in China on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. Ymer was playing against Taiwan’s Hsu Yu-hsiou and was serving for the second set at 5-3 after losing the first set in a tiebreak. Read Also:US Open: “You Have To [...]
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• Police unveil app for Nigerians to report fraud cases

  01-09-2026 21:57 via punchng.com
  
  The Nigeria Police Force has launched the Vigilant App, allowing Nigerians to easily report financial fraud cases, upload evidence, and track progress.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-unveil-app-for-nigerians-to-report-fraud-cases/
  
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• Police arrest six in Osun for vandalising, stealing power cables

  01-09-2026 21:57 via punchng.com
  
  Osun State Police have arrested six suspects, including IBEDC staff, for vandalising and stealing high-tension power cables in Ikirun, causing darkness.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-six-in-osun-for-vandalising-stealing-power-cables/
  
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• JAMB, WAEC peg WASSCE result verification fee at N4,000

  01-09-2026 21:57 via punchng.com
  
  JAMB and WAEC announce a one-time N4,000 fee for WASSCE O’Level result verification, simplifying the admission process for Nigerian candidates.Read More: https://punchng.com/jamb-waec-peg-wassce-result-verification-fee-at-n4000/
  
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• Guinea-Bissau approves new constitution expanding presidential powers

  01-09-2026 21:57 via punchng.com
  
  Guinea-Bissau voters approved a new constitution expanding presidential powers, ahead of general elections. Learn about the changes and political climate.Read More: https://punchng.com/guinea-bissau-approves-new-constitution-expanding-presidential-powers/
  
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• Nwaneri Joins Borussia Dortmund On Loan

  01-09-2026 21:23 via completesports.com
  Premier League champions Arsenal have confirmed Ethan Nwaneri’s loan move to Borussia Dortmund. The Gunners announced the move in a statement on their website on transfer deadline day. “Ethan Nwaneri has joined Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund on a season-long loan. “The 19-year-old Hale End graduate has been with us since the age of eight and [...]
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• 2027: Ariwoola-led council urges presidential candidates to shun hate speech

  01-09-2026 21:18 via punchng.com
  
  Ahead of the 2027 elections, the Ariwoola-led Council of the Wise urges presidential candidates to shun hate speech and violence for peaceful polls.Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-ariwoola-led-council-urges-presidential-candidates-to-shun-hate-speech/
  
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• Ogun community petitions Abiodun, seeks relief over farmland destruction

  01-09-2026 21:18 via punchng.com
  
  Ajogbo Akia community in Ogun State petitions Governor Abiodun, seeking urgent relief for farmers whose farmlands were destroyed by alleged landgrabbers.Read More: https://punchng.com/ogun-community-petitions-abiodun-seeks-relief-over-farmland-destruction/
  
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• PHOTOS: Umahi’s 28-year-old son sworn in as Ebonyi LG chairman

  01-09-2026 21:02 via punchng.com
  
  Osborn Umahi, the 28-year-old son of the Minister of Works and former Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, has been sworn in as Chairman of Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. Osborn took the oath of office on Tuesday after emerging victorious in the August 22, 2026, local government election, where he contested on theRead More: https://punchng.com/photos-umahis-28-year-old-son-sworn-in-as-ebonyi-lg-chairman/
  
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• ‎Ondo distributes relief materials to flood victims

  01-09-2026 21:02 via punchng.com
  
  The Ondo State Government has distributed essential relief materials to thousands of flood victims in riverine communities, cushioning the disaster’s impacRead More: https://punchng.com/ondo-distributes-relief-materials-to-flood-victims/
  
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• My husband will be cleared in rape case — Odogwu Asaba’s wife

  01-09-2026 21:02 via punchng.com
  
  The wife of Delta State content creator, Ifeanyi Ogbonna, popularly known as Odogwu Asaba, has expressed confidence that her husband will be freed from the rape allegation involving the late 20-year-old Favour Agbro. The woman, whose name was not disclosed, said that she would continue to stand by Ogbonna, insisting that she believed he didRead More: https://punchng.com/my-husband-will-be-freed-from-rape-case-odogwu-asabas-wife/
  
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• Fubara pledges sustained partnership with Army to tackle economic sabotage

  01-09-2026 21:02 via punchng.com
  
  Rivers State Governor Fubara pledges sustained partnership with the Nigerian Army to protect critical assets and curb economic sabotage in Rivers.Read More: https://punchng.com/fubara-pledges-sustained-partnership-with-army-to-tackle-economic-sabotage/
  
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• Evening recap: Tinubu targets $1tn economy, police rescue NYSC members, IPOB threatens 2027, other top stories

  01-09-2026 21:02 via punchng.com
  
  Catch up on Nigeria’s top stories: Tinubu’s $1tn economy target, police rescue NYSC members, IPOB’s 2027 election threat, and a Nigerian driver jailed in tRead More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-reforms-have-put-nigeria-on-path-to-1tn-economy-says-tinubu-police-rescue-nysc-members-ipob-threaten-2027-election-other-top-stories/
  
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• 2027: PDP Rep candidate pledges legislation based on constituency needs

  01-09-2026 21:02 via punchng.com
  
  PDP Rep candidate Elvis Donkemezuo pledges to base his legislative agenda on constituency needs, addressing unemployment, poor roads, and healthcare in YenRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-pdp-rep-candidate-pledges-legislation-based-on-constituency-needs/
  
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• I Took Significant Pay Cut To Join Barcelona —Jesus

  01-09-2026 20:39 via completesports.com
  
  Gabriel Jesus was happy to take a reduction in wages in order to sign for Barcelona. The Spanish champions, who have started their LaLiga campaign with three straight wins, completed the signing of Jesus from Arsenal on Tuesday. Jesus has signed a three-year contract at Barca, who have reportedly paid an initial €10m, though add-ons [...]
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• Police nab four IBEDC staff, others for electricity installations theft in Osun

  01-09-2026 20:31 via punchng.com
  
  The Osun State Police Command on Tuesday said it had arrested six suspects allegedly caught vandalising electricity installations in Ikirun, Osun State. Four of those arrested were said to be staff members of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company. Giving further details about the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, Abiodun Ojelabi, inRead More: https://punchng.com/police-nab-four-ibedc-staff-others-for-electricity-installations-theft-in-osun/
  
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• My husband will be freed from rape case – Odogwu Asaba’s wife

  01-09-2026 20:31 via punchng.com
  
  The wife of Delta State content creator, Ifeanyi Ogbonna, popularly known as Odogwu Asaba, has expressed confidence that her husband will be freed from the rape allegation involving the late 20-year-old Favour Agbro. The woman, whose name was not disclosed, said that she would continue to stand by Ogbonna, insisting that she believed he didRead More: https://punchng.com/my-husband-will-be-freed-from-rape-case-odogwu-asabas-wife/
  
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