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• Gombe tertiary institutions’ unions issue 14-day strike ultimatum

  18-08-2026 13:19 via punchng.com
  
  Gombe State tertiary institutions’ unions issue a 14-day strike ultimatum over unpaid salaries, promotions, and welfare entitlements. Learn more about theRead More: https://punchng.com/gombe-tertiary-institutions-unions-issue-14-day-strike-ultimatum/
  
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• Spain’s World Cup hero Torres saves PSG’s blushes at Rennes

  24-08-2026 00:46 via vanguardngr.com
  Spain’s World Cup winner Ferran Torres scored twice to claim a draw for Paris Saint-Germain as they started the defence of their French Ligue 1 title with a 2-2 draw at Rennes.Torres came off the bench for his Ligue 1 debut and opened his account for his new club weeks on from scoring the winning goal for La Roja in the World Cup final.Rennes led at the break after Sebastian Szymanski and Esteban Lepaul scored at Roazhon Park before Torres’ clinical interventions thanks to assists f
  
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• NBA conference: Fubara, Weah call for independent judiciary to protect democracy

  24-08-2026 00:43 via punchng.com
  
  Rivers Gov. Fubara and former Liberian President Weah advocate for an independent judiciary to safeguard democracy and ensure justice for all citizens.Read More: https://punchng.com/nba-conference-fubara-weah-call-for-independent-judiciary-to-protect-democracy/
  
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• Kwankwaso urges Yari to reconsider Tinubu campaign council role

  24-08-2026 00:28 via punchng.com
  
  Rabiu Kwankwaso appeals to Abdul’aziz Yari to reconsider his role as DG of the APC Presidential Campaign Council for the 2027 election.Read More: https://punchng.com/kwankwaso-urges-yari-to-reconsider-tinubu-campaign-council-role/
  
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• 2027: APC’ll fulfil campaign promises, Yari assures Nigerians

  24-08-2026 00:28 via punchng.com
  
  Senator Abdul’aziz Yari assures Nigerians that the APC will fulfil its campaign promises as President Tinubu seeks re-election in 2027. Read more on APC caRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-apcll-fulfil-campaign-promises-yari-assures-nigerians/
  
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• La Liga: Adeyemi scores on debut as Barcelona thrash Elche 5-0

  24-08-2026 00:12 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerian star Karim Adeyemi scores on his debut as Barcelona thrash Elche 5-0 in their La Liga opener. Read the full match report here.Read More: https://punchng.com/la-liga-adeyemi-scores-on-debut-as-barcelona-trounce-elche-5-0/
  
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• Al-Hilal hold talks with Arsenal over Martinelli

  24-08-2026 00:12 via punchng.com
  
  Al-Hilal are in talks with Arsenal over a potential move for Gabriel Martinelli, prepared to outbid Galatasaray. Get the latest on Martinelli’s future.Read More: https://punchng.com/al-hilal-hold-talks-with-arsenal-over-martinelli/
  
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• Ligue 1: Spain’s World Cup hero Torres saves PSG’s blushes at Rennes

  23-08-2026 23:57 via punchng.com
  
  Spain’s World Cup hero Ferran Torres scored twice on his debut to secure a 2-2 draw for PSG against Rennes in their Ligue 1 season opener. Read more here.Read More: https://punchng.com/ligue-1-spains-world-cup-hero-torres-saves-psgs-blushes-at-rennes/
  
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• Barcelona thrash Elche 5-0 in La Liga opener

  23-08-2026 23:51 via vanguardngr.com
  Spanish champions Barcelona cruised to a 5-0 win over Elche on Sunday in their La Liga opener with Raphinha and Fermin Lopez scoring twice each and Anthony Gordon setting up two goals on his debut.After watching Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid defeat Espanyol 2-1 on Saturday with a late winner, Barca’s display warned the Portuguese coach that the Catalans will not relinquish the title easily.Karim Adeyemi also found the net on his debut as Barca made light work of a vulnerable Elche sid
  
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• Magixx announces mother’s death, mourns painful loss

  23-08-2026 23:42 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerian singer Magixx shares emotional tribute after his mother’s death, describing her passing as one of the most painful experiences of his life.Read More: https://punchng.com/magixx-announces-mothers-death-mourns-painful-loss/
  
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• Zelensky rejects rival’s call for vote, says it would ‘split’ Ukraine

  23-08-2026 23:42 via punchng.com
  
  President Zelensky rejects calls for an election during wartime, stating it would “split Ukraine.” Discover the risks and political tensions in Kyiv.Read More: https://punchng.com/zelensky-rejects-rivals-call-for-vote-says-it-would-split-ukraine/
  
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• Atiku, Lagos mourn veteran actor Ogogo

  23-08-2026 23:42 via punchng.com
  
  Former VP Atiku Abubakar and the Lagos State Government mourn the passing of veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, after a battleRead More: https://punchng.com/atiku-lagos-mourn-veteran-actor-ogogo/
  
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• Army intercepts three disassembled canoes procured for terrorist leader in Zamfara

  23-08-2026 23:42 via punchng.com
  
  Nigerian Army intercepts three disassembled canoes procured for notorious terrorist leader Shehu Bagewaye in Zamfara, disrupting his logistics.Read More: https://punchng.com/army-intercepts-three-disassembled-canoes-procured-for-terrorist-leader-in-zamfara/
  
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• Throwback: Ogogo’s ‘I would vomit blood’ account resurfaces after death

  23-08-2026 23:26 via punchng.com
  
  Veteran Nollywood actor Ogogo’s interview about his seven-year battle with illness, including vomiting blood, resurfaces following his death at 66.Read More: https://punchng.com/throwback-ogogos-i-would-vomit-blood-account-resurfaces-after-death/
  
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• LASU resolves missing results row, assures students of graduation

  23-08-2026 23:26 via punchng.com
  
  Lagos State University (LASU) has resolved the missing results row for English Department students, assuring all qualified students will graduate on time.Read More: https://punchng.com/lasu-resolves-missing-results-row-assures-students-of-graduation/
  
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• SERIE A: Chukwueze Bags Assist As Milan Begin New Season With Win At Torino

  23-08-2026 23:12 via completesports.com
  
  Samuel Chukwueze marked the new Serie A season with an assist, as AC Milan defeated Torino 2-1 away on Sunday. Chukwueze was in the starting lineup and saw action for 90 minutes for Ruben Amorim’s side. With Milan up by 1-0, thanks to Alphadjo Cisse’s 64th minute opener, Chukwueze then set up Adrien Rabiot who [...]
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• La Liga: Álvarez booed by Atlético Madrid fans in Villarreal draw

  23-08-2026 22:55 via punchng.com
  
  Julián Álvarez was booed by Atlético Madrid fans during their 2-2 draw with Villarreal amid transfer speculation. Learn more about why Álvarez was jeered.Read More: https://punchng.com/la-liga-alvarez-booed-by-atletico-madrid-fans-in-villarreal-draw/
  
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• 72-year-old Brighton fan dies while leaving stadium after Villa game

  23-08-2026 22:40 via punchng.com
  
  A 72-year-old Brighton fan dies after becoming unwell while leaving the stadium following the club’s match against Aston Villa.Read More: https://punchng.com/72-year-old-brighton-fan-dies-while-leaving-stadium-after-villa-game/
  
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• Let’s turn our challenges to opportunities, Olu of Warri enjoins Itsekiri nation

  23-08-2026 22:40 via punchng.com
  
  The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, urges the Itsekiri nation to transform challenges into opportunities for growth and advancement.Read More: https://punchng.com/lets-turn-our-challenges-to-opportunities-olu-of-warri-enjoins-itsekiri-nation/
  
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• BBNaija S11: Cassi evicted from Show Ya Sef house

  23-08-2026 22:40 via punchng.com
  
  Cassi has been evicted from Big Brother Naija Season 11 after four weeks in the ‘Show Ya Sef’ house. Get details on Cassi’s BBNaija journey and eviction.Read More: https://punchng.com/bbnaija-s11-cassi-evicted-from-show-ya-sef-house/
  
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• Tinubu renews tenure of NTA, NAN DGs for another three years

  23-08-2026 22:01 via punchng.com
  
  President Bola Tinubu renews the tenure of Abdulhamid Dembos (NTA) and Ali Mohammed Ali (NAN) for another three years, effective October 2026.Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-renews-tenure-of-nta-nan-dgs-for-another-three-years/
  
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• Seven die in Niger road crash

  23-08-2026 22:01 via punchng.com
  
  Seven people were killed and seven injured in a tragic Niger road crash involving a Toyota Sienna and Mazda on the Kutigi–Bida Road.Read More: https://punchng.com/seven-die-in-niger-road-crash-2/
  
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• EPL: Late Szoboszlai penalty earns Liverpool 2-2 draw against Newcastle

  23-08-2026 22:01 via punchng.com
  
  Dominik Szoboszlai’s late penalty earned Liverpool a dramatic 2-2 draw against Newcastle United. Read about the thrilling match and the emotional tribute tRead More: https://punchng.com/epl-late-szoboszlai-penalty-earns-liverpool-2-2-draw-against-newcastle/
  
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• Arsenal Hold Talks With Al-Hilal Over Sale Of Martinelli

  23-08-2026 21:52 via completesports.com
  
  Arsenal have held talks with Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal over the sale of winger Gabriel Martinelli, BBC Sport reports. The Brazil international is free to leave the club this summer, with manager Mikel Arteta making it clear to the attacker that he is not in his plans. Turkish club Galatasaray showed interest in Martinelli earlier [...]
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• 15 things to know about late Nollywood actor Ogogo

  23-08-2026 21:29 via punchng.com
  
  Learn 15 essential things about late Nollywood actor Ogogo, Taiwo Hassan, from his career beginnings to his memorable roles and final days.Read More: https://punchng.com/15-things-to-know-about-late-nollywood-actor-ogogo/
  
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• 10-man Atletico snatch Villarreal draw as Alvarez returns

  23-08-2026 21:29 via vanguardngr.com
  Atletico Madrid salvaged a 2-2 draw against Villarreal in La Liga on Sunday despite having defender Robin Le Normand sent off.Giuliano Simeone grabbed his team a draw after Gerard Moreno and Georges Mikautadze’s penalties put Villarreal in front following Marc Pubill’s 59th-minute opener.Atletico coach Diego Simeone brought Julian Alvarez on as a second-half substitute to a chorus of boos from home supporters.The forward walked down the tunnel at the end by himself while his team-ma
  
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• Salah scores brace as Trabzonspor beat Istanbul Basaksehir 2-1

  23-08-2026 21:13 via punchng.com
  
  Mohamed Salah nets two goals in his first Turkish Super Lig start, leading Trabzonspor to a 2-1 victory over Istanbul Basaksehir.Read More: https://punchng.com/salah-scores-brace-as-trabzonspor-beat-istanbul-basaksehir-2-1/
  
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• Osun poll: Tinubu’s restraint helped Adeleke win, says Accord Party chieftain

  23-08-2026 20:58 via punchng.com
  
  Accord Party chieftain, Prof Chris Imumolen, argues President Tinubu’s democratic restraint, not lack of support, helped Adeleke win the Osun election.Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-tinubus-restraint-helped-adeleke-win-says-accord-party-chieftain/
  
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• Ogogo’s death monumental loss to creative, entertaiment industry – Yayi

  23-08-2026 20:58 via punchng.com
  
  Senator Solomon Adeola (Yayi) expresses sadness over veteran actor Ogogo’s death, calling it a monumental loss to the creative industry. Ogogo died after bRead More: https://punchng.com/ogogos-death-monumental-loss-to-creative-entertaiment-industry-yayi/
  
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• Actor Ogogo to be buried Monday

  23-08-2026 20:58 via punchng.com
  
  Veteran Nollywood actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, will be buried in Ilaro, Ogun State, on Monday. Learn more about Ogogo’s burial arrangemenRead More: https://punchng.com/actor-ogogo-to-be-buried-monday/
  
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