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• Expanding mining operations in Jigawa risks inviting banditry, crime, ADC warns

  21-08-2026 00:05 via punchng.com
  
  The African Democratic Congress (ADC) warns that expanding mining operations in Jigawa State without strong security could invite banditry and crime, urginRead More: https://punchng.com/expanding-mining-operations-in-jigawa-risks-inviting-banditry-crime-adc-warns/
  
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• Alibaba plans $10bn share sale to fund AI expansion

  23-08-2026 09:42 via punchng.com
  
  Alibaba announces a $10 billion share sale to fund its global artificial intelligence (AI) ambitions, investing in full-stack AI capabilities and infrastruRead More: https://punchng.com/alibaba-plans-10bn-share-sale-to-fund-ai-expansion/
  
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• EPL: Maresca reveals City’s plan to replace Rodri

  23-08-2026 09:42 via thesun.ng
  
  Manchester City will seek a replacement for Rodri following the Spain international’s departure for Barcelona, manager Enzo Maresca has said.
  Rodri left City earlier this week after seven seasons at the Etihad Stadium, joining Barcelona in a deal reportedly worth about £65m. The 30-year-old won four Premier League titles, the 2023 Champions League and the 2024 Ballon d’Or during his time at City.
  Asked how City would replace such an influential player, Maresca said: “We t
  
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• Some people trying to profit from my dad’s illness – Ogogo’s daughter

  23-08-2026 09:26 via punchng.com
  
  Veteran actor Ogogo’s daughter, Kira Taiwo, reveals some individuals are trying to profit from her father’s stage-four cancer battle, appealing for medicalRead More: https://punchng.com/some-people-trying-to-profit-from-ogogos-illness-daughter/
  
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• Morning recap: ‘Fake agency’ boss fights back, nutritionists warn against market-sliced vegetables, other top stories

  23-08-2026 09:26 via punchng.com
  
  Stay informed with our Nigeria news recap. Get updates on the ‘fake agency’ controversy, warnings against market-sliced vegetables, Lagos metal theft, andRead More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-fake-agency-boss-fights-back-nutritionists-warn-against-market-sliced-vegetables-other-top-stories/
  
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• Ajayi Gets Highest Rating In Hull City’s Shock Win Against Man United

  23-08-2026 08:57 via completesports.com
  
  Nigeria international Semi Ajayi got the highest rating, after helping Hull City record a shocking 2-0 win against Manchester United in their first game of the new Premier League season. Hull City secured their first-ever Premier League victory against Manchester United and their first league win against the Red Devils overall since 1974. Ajayi opened [...]
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• I survived, Mirabel returns to social media after Ogun rehab

  23-08-2026 08:48 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerian TikToker Mirabel announces her return to social media after completing a rehabilitation program in Ogun State following a false rape allegation.Read More: https://punchng.com/i-survived-mirabel-returns-to-social-media-after-ogun-rehab/
  
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• Hearn: Joshua Vs Fury Fight Can’t Be Stopped

  23-08-2026 08:34 via completesports.com
  
  British boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has disclosed that the proposed heavyweight bout between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury is legally locked in and that no-one can stop this fight from happening unless a formal breach of contract occurs. Hearn noted that contracts are fully signed and the sides are simply waiting on organizers (Sela) to [...]
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• Ajayi Named MOTM In Hull City’s Win Over Manchester United

  23-08-2026 08:07 via completesports.com
  
  Semi Ajayi was named Man of the Match following Hull City’s impressive 2-0 victory over Manchester United at the MKM Stadium on Saturday, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria international played a key role in the Tigers’ triumph, scoring the opening goal in the 17th minute before producing a commanding defensive display. Ajayi’s strike was Hull City’s [...]
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• EPL: Man City to find new Rodri, says Maresca

  23-08-2026 08:04 via punchng.com
  
  Enzo Maresca confirms Manchester City will seek a new Rodri after the midfielder’s £65m transfer to Barcelona. Discover how City plans to replace the BalloRead More: https://punchng.com/epl-man-city-to-find-new-rodri-says-maresca/
  
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• Canada admits 182,100 new permanent residents in H1 2026 – Report

  23-08-2026 08:04 via punchng.com
  
  Canada welcomed 182,100 new permanent residents in the first half of 2026, making significant progress towards its annual Canada immigration target. LearnRead More: https://punchng.com/canada-admits-182100-new-permanent-residents-in-h1-2026-report/
  
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• Serena Set For US Open Comeback

  23-08-2026 07:33 via completesports.com
  
  Serena Williams is officially set for a US Open comeback after receiving a wild card to play mixed doubles alongside Carlos Alcaraz. The 44-year-old tennis legend will return to Flushing Meadows for the first time since 2022, marking a major highlight of the tournament. Read Also:US Open Announces Record $108 Million Prize Money Serena hasn’t [...]
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• Ejuke Excited After Helping Sevilla Beat Athletic Bilbao

  23-08-2026 07:29 via completesports.com
  
  Chidera Ejuke has expressed his delight after helping Sevilla secure an impressive 3-1 victory over 10-man Athletic Bilbao at the Estadio San Mamés on Saturday night. The visitors continued their impressive start to the new season with a commanding display against the Basque side. Athletic Bilbao were reduced to 10 men in the 11th minute [...]
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• Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua fight signed, awaiting date — Hearn

  23-08-2026 07:28 via thesun.ng
  
  The long-awaited heavyweight showdown between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua has been contractually agreed, with the date and venue still to be finalised, according to Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn.
  Hearn’s confirmation came after Fury appeared to cast doubt on the possibility of the all-British fight taking place.
  Speaking to DAZN on Sunday, Hearn said both camps had signed the agreement and insisted that neither fighter could simply withdraw from the bout.
  “We’ve signed
  
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• Tyson Fury-Anthony Joshua fight signed, says Hearn

  23-08-2026 07:01 via punchng.com
  
  Eddie Hearn confirms the highly anticipated Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight is signed. Get the latest on venue, date, and broadcast details for the FurRead More: https://punchng.com/tyson-fury-anthony-joshua-fight-signed-says-hearn/
  
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• Why Nigerians should stop cutting vegetables in markets — Nutritionists

  23-08-2026 03:53 via punchng.com
  
  Nutritionists warn Nigerians against cutting vegetables in open markets before washing due to hygiene risks, nutrient loss, and potential food poisoning.Read More: https://punchng.com/why-nigerians-should-stop-cutting-vegetables-in-markets-nutritionists/
  
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• Messi fined by MLS

  23-08-2026 03:09 via thesun.ng
  
  Lionel Messi has been fined for putting his hands on an opponent, Major League Soccer announced on Friday, Aug. 21.
  The league said that the Argentinian superstar was fined an undisclosed amount for slapping Philadelphia Union player Quinn Sullivan on the back of the neck during Inter Miami’s 2-2 draw with the club on Wednesday, Aug. 19.
  MLS has a rule that a player cannot put his “hands to the face/head/neck of an opponent.”
  Messi’s teammate, Ian Fray, was also fined for
  
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• Fury accuses Joshua, Hearn of greed

  23-08-2026 03:07 via thesun.ng
  
  After ten years of speculation, what many consider the biggest fight in the rich history of British boxing has encountered yet another obstacle.
  Now, the boxing community can only express its collective frustration. With a potential November showdown in the offing, Tyson Fury uncorked a verbal beatdown directed at Anthony Joshua and Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter. The reason? The financial incentive was tied to shifting the Battle of Britain to the United States. In the middle of the beef
  
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• Two-time world champion Tete shot dead outside home

  23-08-2026 03:06 via thesun.ng
  
  Two-time world champion Zolani Tete has been shot dead outside his home in South Africa.
  The 38‑year‑old was killed in what has been described as an ambush in Mdantsane, Eastern Cape on Friday.
  Officials said Tete was in his car waiting for the gate to his house to open when two armed suspects in balaclavas emerged from a vehicle and fired “multiple shots” at him and a 27‑year‑old female passenger, who remains in hospital.
  South Africa’s minister of spor
  
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• Los Angeles 2028: Nigeria qualifies for Beach Volleyball event

  23-08-2026 03:03 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigeria has qualified for the beach volleyball event at the Olympic Games for the first time in history, BSNSports.com.ng reports.
  Nigeria defeated Morocco 2-0 (21-17, 21-10) in the women’s final of the 2026 African Beach Volleyball Nations Championship in Alexandria, Egypt, on Saturday, August 22.
  Speaking after the victory, President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Engineer Musa Nimrod, described the historic qualification as a victory for the entire nation after years of ne
  
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• Port Harcourt to host 2026 NPBL playoffs as new dates confirmed

  23-08-2026 03:01 via thesun.ng
  
  Port Harcourt has been confirmed as the host city for the 2026 Nigeria Premier Basketball League (NPBL) Playoffs for a fourth straight year, following a slight schedule adjustment by the League Management Committee of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF).
  Originally slated for Aug. 22–29, the Playoffs (Phase 3) will now run from 29 August to 6 September at the Basketball Stadium, 59 Niger Street, Port Harcourt Township, Rivers State.
  In a communiqué issued on 21 August 2026 by N
  
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• Researcher seeks merit-based newsroom recruitment

  23-08-2026 03:00 via punchng.com
  
  A Nigerian researcher urges media owners to prioritise merit-based factors when recruiting reporters, highlighting the limited studies on newsroom recruitmRead More: https://punchng.com/researcher-seeks-merit-based-newsroom-recruitment/
  
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• 2026 NNL AGM: We’re on mission to improve League — Aluo

  23-08-2026 02:59 via thesun.ng
  
  The Chairman of the Nigeria National League (NNL) Board, Mr. George Aluo, has declared that the board remains unwavering in its mission and vision to holistically improve and reposition the nation’s foremost second-tier football league.
  Aluo also commended the Imo State Government, led by Governor Hope Uzodimma, for its commitment to sports development, particularly football.
  The NNL Board Chairman stated this on Saturday at a prestigious hotel in Owerri while responding to questions from
  
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• Kenya endorses Africa’s Next Super Model 2026

  23-08-2026 02:58 via punchng.com
  
  Kenya officially endorses Africa’s Next Super Model 2026, recognising its potential for tourism promotion, cultural diplomacy, and creative economy growth.Read More: https://punchng.com/kenya-endorses-africas-next-super-model-2026/
  
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• Andrew Uwe named 2nd Ambassador of Senate President Unity Cup

  23-08-2026 02:58 via thesun.ng
  
  The Grassroots Sports Federation, South-South [GRASOF], in partnership with the Office of the President of the 10th Senate, has announced the appointment of retired Nigerian footballer and former national team captain, Andrew Uwe, as an Ambassador for the 10th Senate President National Unity Cup scheduled to hold in Akwa Ibom State.
  The appointment recognizes Uwe’s lifelong commitment to grassroots football, leadership, and youth development — values that sit at the heart of the Unit
  
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• Ajayi breaks 9-year Hull City jinx

  23-08-2026 02:56 via thesun.ng
  
  By Bolaji Okunola
  Nigerian international Semi Ajayi scored Hull City’s first Premier League goal in over nine years during their top-flight return against Manchester United Saturday afternoon.
  Ajayi reacted fastest in the 17th minute to turn home a rebound after Oli McBurnie’s initial shot was saved. The goal was Hull’s first in the top division since May 2017, ending a wait that spanned their entire nine-year spell in the EFL Championship.
  The 32-year-old center-back’s m
  
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• 1,917 Nigerians sought Netherlands asylum in two years – Report

  23-08-2026 02:53 via punchng.com
  
  A new report reveals 1,917 Nigerians sought asylum in the Netherlands in 2024 and 2025, with applications rising year-on-year. Discover the full details.Read More: https://punchng.com/1917-nigerians-sought-netherlands-asylum-in-two-years-report/
  
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• Amala meal: Kogi probes deaths of four family members

  23-08-2026 02:53 via punchng.com
  
  Kogi State Government investigates the tragic deaths of four family members and their dog after consuming amala in Ihima, Okehi LGA, suspected to be AmalaRead More: https://punchng.com/amala-meal-kogi-probes-deaths-of-four-family-members/
  
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• 1xCup 2026: Gabriel Ajao The Hero As AMA Smile FC ‘Smile’ Into Group Stage

  23-08-2026 02:53 via completesports.com
  
  AMA Smile FC have sneaked into the group stage of the 1xCup 2026 following a 4-3 penalty shootout win against Brighton FA at the Inspire Sports Ground, Cappa, Oshodi, Lagos on Friday. Although, the round of 50 match between both teams representing the Ikorodu zone failed to live up to expectations, AMA Smile goalkeeper, Gabriel [...]
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• 2027: Tinubu demand victory as Yari, Uzodimma lead campaign

  23-08-2026 02:52 via punchng.com
  
  President Bola Tinubu sets sights on victory in the 2027 elections, with Abdulaziz Yari and Hope Uzodimma leading his campaign council. Get details on theRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-tinubu-demand-victory-as-yari-uzodimma-lead-campaign/
  
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