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• Ecobank shareholders approve sweeping governance changes

  18-08-2026 02:11 via punchng.com
  
  Ecobank shareholders have approved significant governance changes, including reduced board size and new quorum rules, to enhance representation and decisioRead More: https://punchng.com/ecobank-shareholders-approve-sweeping-governance-changes/
  
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• OFFICIAL: Barcelona Complete £65.4m Signing Of Rodri From Man City

  18-08-2026 21:30 via completesports.com
  Barcelona have confirmed the signing of Rodri from Manchester City in a deal worth £65.4m, Sky Sports reports. The Spain World Cup winner and former Ballon d’Or winner, who helped City win four Premier League titles and a Champions League crown, has signed a four-year contract with the LaLiga club. Rodri, 30, had one year [...]
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• NANS urges Tinubu to release withheld Osun LG funds

  18-08-2026 21:29 via punchng.com
  
  NANS appeals to President Tinubu to release over ₦200 billion in withheld Osun LG funds, stressing their impact on grassroots development and student commuRead More: https://punchng.com/nans-urges-tinubu-to-release-withheld-osun-lg-funds/
  
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• Lagos honours 506 LG workers for long service

  18-08-2026 21:29 via punchng.com
  
  Lagos State Government celebrates 506 dedicated LG workers with a Long Service Merit Award, recognising their commitment and professionalism.Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-honours-506-lg-workers-for-long-service/
  
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• Tinubu hosts Doguwa, Akpabio, Oyetola at Aso Rock

  18-08-2026 21:14 via punchng.com
  
  President Tinubu holds closed-door meetings with key political figures like Doguwa, Akpabio, and Oyetola at Aso Rock. Discover the latest updates from theRead More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-hosts-doguwa-akpabio-oyetola-at-aso-rock/
  
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• I can’t promise everything, Fubara pledges focus before 2027 exit

  18-08-2026 21:14 via punchng.com
  
  Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara pledges to deliver quality projects and address critical needs before his 2027 exit, focusing on healthcare and infRead More: https://punchng.com/i-cant-promise-everything-fubara-pledges-focus-before-2027-exit/
  
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• Bayern’s Musiala suffers second on-field collapse in three days

  18-08-2026 21:14 via punchng.com
  
  Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala suffers a second on-field collapse in three days, raising serious health concerns. Get the latest on Musiala’s condition.Read More: https://punchng.com/bayerns-musiala-suffers-second-on-field-collapse-in-three-days/
  
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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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• Bayern’s Musiala suffers another collapse in three days

  18-08-2026 21:06 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala was taken off the pitch after collapsing in a pre-season friendly on Tuesday, three days after a similar incident in Munich.The 23-year-old fell to the turf just minutes after coming on late into the match at second-division Heidenheim.Musiala appeared dazed as he received medical treatment and was helped off the pitch.After the match, Bayern sporting director Max Eberl said Musiala would make a comment on the situation soon.“Jamal will speak ab
  
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• US lawmaker opposes lifting Nigeria’s CPC status after Plateau attack

  18-08-2026 20:56 via punchng.com
  
  Following a deadly Plateau attack, a US lawmaker opposes lifting Nigeria’s Country of Particular Concern (CPC) status, citing ongoing Christian persecutionRead More: https://punchng.com/us-lawmaker-opposes-lifting-nigerias-cpc-status-after-plateau-attack/
  
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• Protests as 24 Plateau attack victims get mass burial

  18-08-2026 20:39 via punchng.com
  
  Women protest the mass burial of 24 victims killed in recent Plateau attacks in Mangu LGA, demanding urgent government action and justice.Read More: https://punchng.com/protests-as-24-plateau-attack-victims-get-mass-burial/
  
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• Musicologists seek economic reforms, better monetisation of music sector

  18-08-2026 20:39 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerian musicologists advocate for urgent economic reforms and improved monetisation strategies to boost Nigeria’s music industry contribution to the natiRead More: https://punchng.com/musicologists-seek-economic-reforms-better-monetisation-of-music-sector/
  
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• La Liga: Rodri joins Barcelona from Manchester City

  18-08-2026 20:39 via punchng.com
  
  Spain’s World Cup-winning captain Rodri completes his €76.5 million move to Barcelona from Manchester City, signing a deal until 2030. Read more about theRead More: https://punchng.com/la-liga-rodri-joins-barcelona-from-manchester-city/
  
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• INEC to deploy 1.4 million ad hoc staff for 2027 elections — Amupitan

  18-08-2026 20:39 via punchng.com
  
  INEC plans to deploy 1.4 million ad hoc staff across Nigeria for the 2027 elections, ensuring a free, fair, and credible electoral process. Learn more abouRead More: https://punchng.com/inec-to-deploy-1-4-million-ad-hoc-staff-for-2027-elections-amupitan/
  
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• FCSC tightens 2026 promotion exam with expert-drafted questions

  18-08-2026 20:39 via punchng.com
  
  The FCSC is enhancing its 2026 promotion exam with expert-drafted, rigorous questions to ensure competence and professional knowledge among civil servants.Read More: https://punchng.com/fcsc-tightens-2026-promotion-exam-with-expert-drafted-questions/
  
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• Atiku, Makinde absent as presidential candidates, parties sign peace pact

  18-08-2026 20:39 via punchng.com
  
  Presidential candidates and parties sign a National Peace Accord for the 2027 general elections, pledging issue-based campaigns and shunning violence. LearRead More: https://punchng.com/atiku-makinde-absent-as-presidential-candidates-parties-sign-peace-pact/
  
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• Osun poll: Garba Shehu hails Amupitan’s humility, INEC’s transparency

  18-08-2026 20:09 via punchng.com
  
  Garba Shehu praises INEC’s transparency and Chairman Amupitan’s humility following the Osun election, despite initial reservations about his appointment.Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-garba-shehu-hails-amupitans-humility-inecs-transparency/
  
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• Tinubu, Akpabio in closed-door meeting at Aso Rock

  18-08-2026 20:09 via punchng.com
  
  President Tinubu and Senate President Akpabio hold a closed-door meeting at Aso Rock ahead of 2027 election campaigns. Details of the Tinubu Akpabio meetinRead More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-akpabio-in-closed-door-meeting-at-aso-rock/
  
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• 200 lecturers didn’t quit over poor conditions — Kaduna varsity

  18-08-2026 20:09 via punchng.com
  
  Kaduna State University dismisses ASUU’s claims that over 200 lecturers quit due to poor conditions, citing global staff movement and strong academic envirRead More: https://punchng.com/200-lecturers-didnt-quit-over-poor-conditions-kaduna-varsity/
  
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• Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Joins Swiss Club Neuchâtel Xamax

  18-08-2026 20:00 via completesports.com
  
  Swiss club Neuchâtel Xamax have announced the signing of Nigerian striker Peter Ambrose on a permanent deal from Aberdeen. Ambrose joins the Swiss side after spending two years with Aberdeen, having arrived at the Scottish club from Hungarian outfit Újpest in 2024. The 24-year-old struggled for regular playing time during his spell with the Dons, [...]
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• Kwara unveils strategy to eliminate viral hepatitis by 2030

  18-08-2026 19:46 via punchng.com
  
  Kwara State launches a comprehensive roadmap to eliminate viral hepatitis as a public health threat by 2030, aligning with WHO global targets.Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-unveils-strategy-to-eliminate-viral-hepatitis-by-2030/
  
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• Jigawa varsity secures ₦53m TETFund grants for banditry, mosquito research

  18-08-2026 19:46 via punchng.com
  
  Federal University Dutse secures N53m TETFund grants for critical research into banditry in Northern Nigeria and mosquito control nationwide.Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-varsity-secures-%e2%82%a653m-tetfund-grants-for-banditry-mosquito-research/
  
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• Barcelona Star Turns Down £35m Move To Man United

  18-08-2026 19:37 via completesports.com
  Spanish World Cup winner and Barcelona midfielder Gavi has snubbed a move to Manchester United, Mirror reports. United boss Michael Carrick had targeted the 22-year-old in a bid to bolster his midfield options ahead of the new season. It’s understood United were willing to meet Barcelona’s £35m asking price. But Gavi has made it clear [...]
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• VIDEO: Tinubu, Obi, Sowore, others sign 2027 peace accord

  18-08-2026 19:30 via punchng.com
  
  Presidential candidates including Tinubu, Obi, and Sowore sign the first 2027 Peace Accord in Abuja, committing to peaceful general elections. Read more.Read More: https://punchng.com/video-tinubu-obi-sowore-others-sign-2027-peace-accord/
  
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• Osun Poll: Dangote, Akpabio called me to delete tweets — Davido

  18-08-2026 19:30 via punchng.com
  
  Davido reveals Aliko Dangote and Godswill Akpabio pressured him to delete tweets during the Osun State governorship election, alleging N110bn was spent toRead More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-dangote-akpabio-called-me-to-delete-tweets-davido/
  
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• NERC gives Kaduna DisCo one year to cut losses, fix metering

  18-08-2026 19:30 via punchng.com
  
  NERC has given Kaduna DisCo one year to overhaul operations, cut technical and commercial losses, and fix its metering gap to ensure sustainable growth.Read More: https://punchng.com/nerc-gives-kaduna-disco-one-year-to-cut-losses-fix-metering/
  
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• BOI hails Tinubu as N250bn bond oversubscribes in five days

  18-08-2026 19:30 via punchng.com
  
  The Bank of Industry’s N250bn bond was oversubscribed in five days, with BOI crediting President Tinubu’s leadership for the success. Learn more about theRead More: https://punchng.com/boi-hails-tinubu-as-n250bn-bond-oversubscribes-in-five-days/
  
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• VIDEO: Why I won’t run for political office — Davido

  18-08-2026 19:12 via punchng.com
  
  Afrobeats star Davido explains why he won’t run for political office, citing Nigeria’s flawed electoral system and commitment to music. Read his full stateRead More: https://punchng.com/video-why-i-wont-run-for-political-office-davido/
  
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• Umahi’s son campaigns for Ebonyi LG chairmanship

  18-08-2026 19:12 via punchng.com
  
  Osborn Umahi, son of the Minister of Works, rallies supporters for the Ohaozara LG chairmanship election in Ebonyi State. Learn more about his campaign.Read More: https://punchng.com/umahis-son-campaigns-for-ebonyi-lg-chairmanship/
  
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• Kebbi begins financial control, treasury training for MDA staff

  18-08-2026 19:12 via punchng.com
  
  Kebbi State commences a 4-day financial control and treasury training for MDA staff to boost transparency, accountability, and public financial management.Read More: https://punchng.com/kebbi-begins-financial-control-treasury-training-for-mda-staff/
  
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