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• Iwobi set for Fulham penalty duties

  12-08-2026 01:03 via thesun.ng
  
  Alex Iwobi has revealed that he was asked to take a penalty by manager Álvaro Arbeloa during Fulham’s 2-1 victory over Farense in the club’s final pre-season fixture of their training camp in Portugal.
  Fulham fell behind in the first half, but Iwobi restored parity in the second half after Emile Smith Rowe was brought down inside the penalty area.
  The former Arsenal midfielder calmly stepped up and dispatched the resulting spot kick into the corner, leaving the goalkeeper with
  
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• JUST IN: Country music icon Dolly Parton dies at 80

  25-08-2026 20:35 via punchng.com
  
  Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at 80. Learn about the life and legacy of the “Queen of Country” and her impact on music and philanthropy.Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-country-music-icon-dolly-parton-dies-at-80/
  
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• Former Liberia VP held in prison ahead of drug trial

  25-08-2026 20:35 via punchng.com
  
  Former Liberian Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor is in prison awaiting trial for alleged involvement in a major international drug trafficking network.Read More: https://punchng.com/former-liberia-vp-held-in-prison-ahead-of-drug-trial/
  
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• Nigeria must regulate AI before it’s too late, LASU don warns

  25-08-2026 20:19 via punchng.com
  
  A LASU professor warns Nigeria must urgently enact a National AI Act to prevent biased and harmful AI systems, urging regulation before it’s too late.Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-must-regulate-ai-before-its-too-late-lasu-don-warns/
  
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• FULL LIST: CAF unveils draw for 2027 U-23 AFCON qualifiers

  25-08-2026 20:19 via punchng.com
  
  See the full draw for the CAF U-23 AFCON Qualifiers for Egypt 2027. Discover all the matchups and dates for the road to the Olympic Games.Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-caf-unveils-draw-for-2027-u-23-afcon-qualifiers/
  
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• Evening recap: Falana faults NBA over George Weah invitation, Poco Lee’s management clears drink-spiking claims, other top stories

  25-08-2026 20:19 via punchng.com
  
  Catch up on the latest Nigerian news: Falana faults NBA, Poco Lee’s management clears drink-spiking claims, Akpabio on economy, and other top stories in ouRead More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-falana-faults-nba-over-george-weah-invitation-poco-lees-management-clears-drink-spiking-claims-other-top-stories/
  
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• Emulate Prophet Muhammad’s exemplary life, Kano gov urges Muslims at Maulud

  25-08-2026 20:19 via punchng.com
  
  Kano Governor Abba Yusuf calls on Muslims to emulate Prophet Muhammad’s exemplary life, promoting peace, justice, and tolerance during Maulud celebrations.Read More: https://punchng.com/emulate-prophet-muhammads-exemplary-life-kano-gov-urges-muslims-at-maulud/
  
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• Onuachu Needs Time To Rediscover Scoring Form — Trabzonspor Boss

  25-08-2026 20:16 via completesports.com
  Trabzonspor head coach Fatih Tekke has expressed confidence that Paul Onuachu will soon rediscover his best form for the club. Onuachu is yet to find the back of the net for the Black Sea Storm this season after enjoying a prolific campaign last term. The Nigeria international was one of Trabzonspor’s standout performers last season, [...]
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• Over 10,000 young athletes to converge on Lagos for maiden National Inter-Mediary Games

  25-08-2026 20:07 via thesun.ng
  
  No fewer than 10,000 athletes aged between 15 and 18 are expected to converge on Lagos State for the maiden National Inter-Mediary Games, with participants set to compete in 28 sporting disciplines across venues in the state.
  The games, scheduled for October 1 to 15, 2026, are being positioned as a major platform for youth development, grassroots talent discovery and national integration.
  Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, Sam Egube, disclosed this during a media parley in Lagos, descri
  
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• Cameroon’s Baleba joins Man United to boost midfield options

  25-08-2026 19:58 via punchng.com
  
  Cameroonian midfielder Carlos Baleba has officially joined Manchester United from Brighton. Discover how Baleba strengthens United’s midfield.Read More: https://punchng.com/cameroons-baleba-joins-man-united-to-boost-midfield-options/
  
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• VIDEO: Umahi inspects Benin-Agbor-Asaba expressway, apologises to commuters

  25-08-2026 19:58 via punchng.com
  
  Minister of Works, David Umahi, inspects the Benin-Agbor-Asaba Expressway following presidential orders to ease commuter hardship and apologises for delaysRead More: https://punchng.com/video-umahi-inspects-benin-agbor-asaba-expressway-apologises-to-commuters/
  
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• THROWBACK: How Ogogo, Ireti navigated 90s Nollywood stardom

  25-08-2026 19:58 via punchng.com
  
  Explore the on-screen chemistry and off-screen professional relationship of 90s Nollywood stars Ogogo and Ireti, and their lasting legacy in Yoruba cinema.Read More: https://punchng.com/throwback-how-ogogo-ireti-navigated-90s-nollywood-stardom/
  
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• Sokoto gov’s aide urges North-West unity to fight banditry

  25-08-2026 19:58 via punchng.com
  
  Sokoto Governor’s aide calls for North-West unity to combat banditry, commending Zamfara’s DDR initiative. Learn how regional cooperation can bring lastingRead More: https://punchng.com/sokoto-govs-aide-urges-north-west-unity-to-fight-banditry/
  
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• Osinbajo advocates people-centred reforms at NBA conference

  25-08-2026 19:58 via punchng.com
  
  Former VP Osinbajo urges a people-centred approach to justice reform in Nigeria, emphasizing data-driven changes and expanded access to justice for citizenRead More: https://punchng.com/osinbajo-advocates-people-centred-reforms-at-nba-conference/
  
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• NDC candidate warns Lagos faces rising flood risk over blocked drains

  25-08-2026 19:58 via punchng.com
  
  NDC candidate warns Lagos faces rising flood risk due to blocked drains, land reclamation, and poor waste disposal. Urgent action needed to prevent submergRead More: https://punchng.com/ndc-candidate-warns-lagos-faces-rising-flood-risk-over-blocked-drains/
  
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• NBA Confab: NDDC boss advocates diversification of Niger Delta economy

  25-08-2026 19:58 via punchng.com
  
  NDDC boss calls for increased investment in agriculture and sustainable sectors to diversify the Niger Delta economy and secure its future beyond oil depenRead More: https://punchng.com/nba-confab-nddc-boss-advocates-diversification-of-niger-delta-economy/
  
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• Here to win, Xavi promises to restore pride in Dutch football

  25-08-2026 19:58 via punchng.com
  
  New Netherlands coach Xavi Hernandez vows to bring back attacking football and restore pride in the Oranje, aiming for both attractive play and results.Read More: https://punchng.com/here-to-win-xavi-promises-to-restore-pride-in-dutch-football/
  
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• OFFICIAL: Cameroon International Baleba Joins Man United On Five-Year Deal

  25-08-2026 19:53 via completesports.com
  Manchester United have completed the signing of Cameroon international Carlos Baleba from Brighton and Hove Albion. Baleba joined Man United in a deal worth up to £70m, made up of a £65m guaranteed fee plus £5m in add-ons. Alo, the 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract which includes the option of a further year. Baleba [...]
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• Drink-spiking claims not cause of Poco Lee’s arrest in UK — Management

  25-08-2026 19:14 via punchng.com
  
  The management and legal team of Nigerian dancer and socialite, Iweh Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, have said claims linking him to alleged drink spiking are not part of the allegations or charges before a court in the United Kingdom. The management made the clarification in a statement issued on Tuesday amid ongoing publicRead More: https://punchng.com/drink-spiking-claims-not-cause-of-poco-lees-arrest-in-uk-management/
  
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• Cameroon’s Baleba joins as Man United boost midfield options

  25-08-2026 19:14 via punchng.com
  
  Cameroonian midfielder Carlos Baleba joins Manchester United from Brighton for £70m, becoming their third midfield signing this summer. Learn more about BaRead More: https://punchng.com/cameroons-baleba-joins-as-man-united-boost-midfield-options/
  
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• Arrests alone can’t defeat drug traffickers — Marwa

  25-08-2026 19:14 via punchng.com
  
  NDLEA Chairman Buba Marwa states that arrests alone are insufficient to defeat drug trafficking in Nigeria; asset recovery is crucial to dismantle criminalRead More: https://punchng.com/arrests-alone-cant-defeat-drug-traffickers-marwa/
  
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• Aiyedatiwa distributes pregnancy kits to 1000 women in Ondo

  25-08-2026 19:14 via punchng.com
  
  Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, launches the Ibi Irorun Safe Delivery Initiative, distributing 1,000 pregnancy kits to expectant mothers to promoteRead More: https://punchng.com/aiyedatiwa-distributes-pregnancy-kits-to-1000-women-in-ondo/
  
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• Forever Grateful –Wawrinka Pays Tribute To US Open After Missing Out On Wildcard

  25-08-2026 19:10 via completesports.com
  
  Swiss veteran tennis star Stan Wawrinka has penned an emotional farewell to the U.S. Open after failing to receive a main-draw wildcard for his final professional season. Recall that Wawrinka received wildcards for the other three majors earlier in the year (Australian Open, French Open, and Wimbledon), making the omission at Flushing Meadows the final [...]
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• Done Deal: Nigerian Striker Completes Bristol City Move

  25-08-2026 19:01 via completesports.com
  
  Bristol City have announced the signing of Nigerian forward Elijah Adebayo, reports Completesports.com. Adebayo joins the Robins on a free transfer after agreeing a two-year contract with the Championship club. The 28-year-old becomes Bristol City’s 10th signing of the summer as the club continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. The experienced [...]
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• Capello: Amorim Getting The Best Out Of Chukwueze At AC Milan

  25-08-2026 19:00 via completesports.com
  Former England manager Fabio Capello has described Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze as a complete different player after new AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim transformed the Nigerian winger into a dynamic right wing-back. Recall that he starred with a goal and two assists in a pre-season win over Manchester United and followed it up with [...]
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• Kumuyi urges peace, security as GCK crusade holds in Ogun

  25-08-2026 18:58 via punchng.com
  
  Pastor William Kumuyi calls for peace and security in Nigeria as the Global Crusade with Kumuyi (GCK) returns to Ogun State, promising transformation.Read More: https://punchng.com/kumuyi-urges-peace-security-as-gck-crusade-holds-in-ogun/
  
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• Alaafin unveils 37-member Oyo Empire Day celebration committee 

  25-08-2026 18:58 via punchng.com
  
  The Alaafin of Oyo inaugurates a 37-member committee for the 2026 Oyo Empire Day Celebration, emphasizing the preservation of Yoruba cultural heritage.Read More: https://punchng.com/alaafin-unveils-37-member-oyo-empire-day-celebration-committee/
  
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• Tears won’t stop falling, Fuji icon Pasuma mourns Ogogo

  25-08-2026 18:58 via punchng.com
  
  Fuji music icon Pasuma expresses deep grief over the passing of veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo. Read his emotional tribute.Read More: https://punchng.com/tears-wont-stop-falling-fuji-icon-pasuma-mourns-ogogo/
  
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• Aston Villa Submit €70m For Chelsea Star Forward

  25-08-2026 18:51 via completesports.com
  
  Aston Villa have submitted a €70m bid to sign Senegalese international striker Nicolas Jackson from Premier League rivals Chelsea. This is according to a report on Tuesday from Foot Mercato (via Yahoo Sports). The Blues are reportedly on the verge of reaching an agreement with the Birmingham-based club. Still, Aston Villa are yet to agree [...]
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• Funke Akindele sponsors videographer to study at London film academy

  25-08-2026 18:42 via punchng.com
  
  Nollywood star Funke Akindele sponsors videographer Jeffrey Oboh-Oshioke (Juicyjeff) to study filmmaking at the prestigious London Film Academy.Read More: https://punchng.com/funke-akindele-sponsors-videographer-to-study-at-london-film-academy/
  
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