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• Customs intercept trafficked wildlife, arrests three in Kano

  28-08-2026 10:32 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria Customs Service intercepts trafficked wildlife, including gorillas and chimpanzees, and arrests three suspects in Kano. Learn more about the fightRead More: https://punchng.com/customs-intercept-trafficked-wildlife-arrests-three-in-kano/
  
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• U-20 WWC: Falconets Beat Poland 1-0 In Friendly

  28-08-2026 15:09 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria’s Falconets secured a 1-0 victory over hosts Poland in an international friendly at the Municipal Stadium in Brzeg on Friday. Mary Mamudu scored the winning goal in first-half stoppage time to hand Moses Aduku’s side a morale-boosting victory ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. Both teams created a number of clear-cut [...]
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• World’s youngest reigning monarch King Oyo dies at 34

  28-08-2026 15:06 via punchng.com
  
  King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, the world’s youngest reigning monarch, has died in Uganda at 34. Learn more about King Oyo’s life and legacy.Read More: https://punchng.com/worlds-youngest-reigning-monarch-king-oyo-dies-at-34/
  
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• NMA demands 65-year retirement age for clinical health workers

  28-08-2026 15:06 via punchng.com
  
  The Nigerian Medical Association urges the Federal Government to implement a 65-year retirement age for clinical health workers to retain experienced profeRead More: https://punchng.com/nma-demands-65-year-retirement-age-for-clinical-health-workers/
  
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• Lagos to turn abattoir waste into biogas, fertiliser

  28-08-2026 15:06 via punchng.com
  
  The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to reducing environmental pollution by promoting waste recovery and conversion of abattoir waste into useful products across the state. This was contained in a statement on Friday signed by the spokesperson for the Lagos State Ministry of Environment, Kunle Adeshina. Adeshina noted that the Permanent Secretary, OfficeRead More: https://punchng.com/lagos-to-turn-abattoir-waste-into-biogas-fertiliser/
  
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• JUST IN: Mamudu strikes as Falconets beat Poland 1-0 in World Cup warm-up

  28-08-2026 15:06 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s Falconets began their final preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup with a 1-0 victory over Poland in an international friendly on Friday at the Municipal Stadium, Brzeg, Poland. Mary Mamudu scored the only goal of the encounter as the Falconets secured the win against the Poland U-20 women’s side. The officialRead More: https://punchng.com/just-in-mamudu-strikes-as-falconets-beat-poland-1-0-in-world-cup-warm-up/
  
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• Adamawa ADC crisis: Gov candidate tells Atiku to stop interfering

  28-08-2026 15:06 via punchng.com
  
  The embattled Adamawa State governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Alhaji Suleiman Omar, has asked former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to stay off the party’s activities in the state. Speaking at a press conference on Friday in Yola, Omar said his purported replacement announced by Atiku was unconstitutional, insisting that he remained the authenticRead More: https://punchng.com/adamawa-adc-crisis-gov-candidate-tells-atiku-to-stop-interfering/
  
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• Sunderland, Bournemouth draw AC Milan in Europa League [Full list]

  28-08-2026 14:59 via vanguardngr.com
  Sunderland will face seven-time European champions AC Milan in the Europa League this season, marking their return to European competition for the first time since 1973.The Black Cats, who finished seventh in the Premier League last season, will travel to the San Siro to take on Milan in one of their eight league-phase fixtures.Bournemouth have also been drawn against the Italian giants, but will host Milan at home. The Cherries are competing in Europe for the first time and will also face Span
  
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• EPL: Petit backs Osimhen to add power to Arsenal attack

  28-08-2026 14:48 via vanguardngr.com
  Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has backed Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to bring greater physical presence to the club’s attack if a move to the Premier League side materialises.Petit was discussing Arsenal’s attacking options when he identified Osimhen as a potential alternative to Julián Alvarez, who has also been linked with the club.Osimhen is reportedly valued at around £100 million, while Petit believes the Nigerian and Alvarez would offer different qu
  
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• FULL LIST: Zamfara, Sokoto, Borno top Nigeria’s kidnapping victims — Report

  28-08-2026 14:44 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s kidnapping crisis remained heavily concentrated in the northern part of the country, with Zamfara, Sokoto and Borno recording the highest numbers of victims between July 2025 and June 2026, according to a report obtained from SBM Intelligence’s website on Friday. The research firm recorded 7,825 kidnapping victims across 1,411 incidents during the period, withRead More: https://punchng.com/full-list-zamfara-sokoto-borno-top-nigerias-kidnapping-victims-report/
  
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• Arsenal Hold Talks With Real Madrid Over Move For Endrick

  28-08-2026 14:39 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal have held talks with Real Madrid over a move for Endrick, talkSPORT understands. The 20-year-old Brazilian has attracted interest from multiple clubs this summer after a successful loan spell at Lyon last season. New Madrid boss Jose Mourinho has publicly insisted Endrick is not for sale. However, talkSPORT understands the Gunners are ready to [...]
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• Two German airport workers die of malaria from mosquito on plane

  28-08-2026 14:28 via punchng.com
  
  Two Frankfurt airport workers died from malaria, likely contracted from a mosquito on a plane. Learn about this rare airport malaria outbreak and its impliRead More: https://punchng.com/two-german-airport-workers-die-of-malaria-from-mosquito-on-plane/
  
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• PROFILE: Norway’s new King Haakon VII takes throne, faces royal scandals

  28-08-2026 14:28 via punchng.com
  
  Norway’s new monarch, King Haakon VII, ascends the throne facing royal scandals involving his family. Learn about his profile and challenges.Read More: https://punchng.com/profile-norways-new-king-haakon-vii-takes-throne-faces-royal-scandals/
  
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• How I overcame hardship to excel — LASU best graduating student

  28-08-2026 14:28 via punchng.com
  
  LASU’s best graduating student, Adebanjo Samuel Oluolamide, shares his inspiring story of overcoming financial hardship and academic challenges to excel.Read More: https://punchng.com/how-i-overcame-hardship-to-excel-lasu-best-graduating-student/
  
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• Police arrest man over Murder of six-year-old stepdaughter in Cross River

  28-08-2026 14:28 via punchng.com
  
  Cross River Police arrest Saviour Otu Adim over the alleged murder of his six-year-old stepdaughter. Investigation ongoing into the tragic child murder.Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-man-over-murder-of-six-year-old-stepdaughter-in-cross-river/
  
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• Police arrest 25-year-old suspected kidnapper in Anambra, recover three firearms

  28-08-2026 14:28 via punchng.com
  
  Anambra State Police have arrested Emmanuel Mark, a 25-year-old suspected kidnapper and armed robber, recovering three firearms. Read more about the ongoinRead More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-25-year-old-suspected-kidnapper-in-anambra-recover-three-firearms/
  
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• Law no longer noble profession, poorest in Nigeria — VeryDarkMan

  28-08-2026 14:28 via punchng.com
  
  Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has described law as one of the poorest professions in Nigeria while responding to criticism over his invitation to the Nigerian Bar Association’s 66th Annual General Conference in Port Harcourt. VeryDarkMan was invited to participate in a panel session on insecurity at the conference, whereRead More: https://punchng.com/law-no-longer-noble-profession-poorest-in-nigeria-verydarkman/
  
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• Resident doctors raise the alarm over manpower shortage at LAUTECH hospital

  28-08-2026 14:25 via punchng.com
  
  Resident doctors at LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, warn of critical manpower shortages impacting specialist training and patient care. Oyo State urgeRead More: https://punchng.com/resident-doctors-raise-the-alarm-over-manpower-shortage-at-lautech/
  
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• Law no longer noble profession in Nigeria — VeryDarkMan

  28-08-2026 14:25 via punchng.com
  
  VeryDarkMan sparks debate, claiming law is one of Nigeria’s poorest professions amid criticism over his NBA conference invitation. Read his full take.Read More: https://punchng.com/law-no-longer-noble-profession-poorest-in-nigeria-verydarkman/
  
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• FULL LIST: US publishes fresh names of 10 Nigerians to be deported for crimes

  28-08-2026 14:11 via punchng.com
  
  The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has added 10 Nigerians to its “Worst of the Worst” register for various crimes, leading to their deportation.Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-us-publishes-fresh-names-of-10-nigerians-to-be-deported-for-crimes/
  
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• Saudi Arabia sets new work visa limits for businesses, foreign workers

  28-08-2026 14:11 via punchng.com
  
  Saudi Arabia has introduced new limits on the number of work visas that businesses can obtain, creating a clearer distinction between newly established companies and more established employers as the kingdom adjusts its rules for hiring foreign workers. As reported by the Economic Times on Thursday, under the revised framework, businesses that have been operatingRead More: https://punchng.com/saudi-arabia-sets-new-work-visa-limits-for-businesses-foreign-workers/
  
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• Publishers ask court to halt NERDC textbook ranking policy

  28-08-2026 13:54 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerian publishers sue to halt NERDC’s new textbook ranking policy, challenging its legality and compulsory fees. Learn more about the NERDC textbook poliRead More: https://punchng.com/publishers-ask-court-to-halt-nerdc-textbook-ranking-policy/
  
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• EPL: Osimhen can give Arsenal powerful presence upfront — Petit

  28-08-2026 13:54 via punchng.com
  
  Emmanuel Petit backs Victor Osimhen to bring a powerful presence to Arsenal’s attack. Discover why the Nigerian striker could be a game-changer for the GunRead More: https://punchng.com/epl-osimhen-can-give-arsenal-powerful-presence-upfront-petit/
  
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• Jamie Vardy’s YouTube channel to broadcast live Bundesliga games

  28-08-2026 13:39 via vanguardngr.com
  Former England and Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy has signed a deal to broadcast German Bundesliga games on his YouTube channel, the league announced on Friday.Vardy’s channel will become an official broadcaster in the UK for seven Friday Bundesliga games this season. The arrangement is similar to that of British podcaster Mark Goldbridge, who became an official broadcaster in 2025 and will show 15 matches in the 2026-27 season.The channel will broadcast Friday’s Bundesliga open
  
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• Jamie Vardy’ YouTube channel to broadcast live Bundesliga games

  28-08-2026 13:39 via vanguardngr.com
  Former England and Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy has signed a deal to broadcast German Bundesliga games on his YouTube channel, the league announced on Friday.Vardy’s channel will become an official broadcaster in the UK for seven Friday Bundesliga games this season. The arrangement is similar to that of British podcaster Mark Goldbridge, who became an official broadcaster in 2025 and will show 15 matches in the 2026-27 season.The channel will broadcast Friday’s Bundesliga open
  
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• UK probes passenger train derailment as 62 escape injury

  28-08-2026 13:36 via punchng.com
  
  Britain’s Rail Accident Investigation Branch is probing a passenger train derailment in Essex where 62 people miraculously escaped injury. Find out more abRead More: https://punchng.com/uk-probes-passenger-train-derailment-as-62-escape-injury/
  
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• Resident doctors raise the alarm over manpower shortage at LAUTECH

  28-08-2026 13:36 via punchng.com
  
  Resident doctors at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, have raised the alarm over worsening manpower shortages at the institution, warning of serious implications for specialist training, healthcare delivery and patient care. The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors expressed solidarity with the Association of Resident Doctors, LAUTECH, and called onRead More: https://punchng.com/resident-doctors-raise-the-alarm-over-manpower-shortage-at-laut
  
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• Pastor Jerry Eze gifts singer Nathaniel Bassey new car

  28-08-2026 13:36 via punchng.com
  
  Pastor Jerry Eze surprises gospel singer Nathaniel Bassey with a new car, leaving him speechless. Read about this generous gesture from the Streams of JoyRead More: https://punchng.com/pastor-jerry-eze-gifts-singer-nathaniel-bassey-new-car/
  
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• NSCDC seals two illegal mining sites in Anambra crackdown

  28-08-2026 13:36 via punchng.com
  
  NSCDC in Anambra seals two illegal mining sites in Ogbaru and Idemili North. This crackdown aims to protect mineral resources and curb illegal mining activRead More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-seals-two-illegal-mining-sites-in-anambra-crackdown/
  
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• Kaduna varsity lecturers begin two-week warning strike

  28-08-2026 13:36 via punchng.com
  
  Kaduna State University lecturers begin a two-week warning strike over unresolved demands including salaries, allowances, and university autonomy. Get theRead More: https://punchng.com/kaduna-varsity-lecturers-begin-two-week-warning-strike/
  
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