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• NCC seeks solutions to technology barriers facing PWDs

  26-08-2026 18:29 via punchng.com
  
  The NCC is calling on innovators to develop affordable and scalable technology solutions to remove barriers preventing persons with disabilities from partiRead More: https://punchng.com/ncc-seeks-solutions-to-technology-barriers-facing-pwds/
  
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• PHOTOS: NAF chief commends First Lady’s support for fallen heroes’ widows

  27-08-2026 17:59 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, provides financial support to fallen heroes’ widows through the Renewed Hope Initiative. NAF chief commends the gestuRead More: https://punchng.com/photos-naf-chief-commends-first-ladys-support-for-fallen-heroes-widows/
  
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• Obi demands urgent action after mass abduction in Niger

  27-08-2026 17:59 via punchng.com
  
  Peter Obi calls for urgent government action after a mass abduction and killings in Niger State. Learn more about the incident and Obi’s demands.Read More: https://punchng.com/obi-demands-urgent-action-after-mass-abduction-in-niger/
  
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• Lagos unveils blood donation drive, targets 10 LGAs

  27-08-2026 17:59 via punchng.com
  
  The Lagos State Government has commenced a local government advocacy campaign to promote voluntary blood donation as a lifestyle, urging residents to donate regularly to ensure blood is available when urgently needed. According to a statement by the Lagos State Government on Thursday, the campaign, being coordinated by the Lagos State Blood Transfusion Service, beganRead More: https://punchng.com/lagos-unveils-blood-donation-drive-targets-10-lgas/
  
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• Jamie Carragher faces bankruptcy over unpaid tax bill

  27-08-2026 17:54 via vanguardngr.com
  Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has been the subject of a bankruptcy petition filed by His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) over an unpaid tax bill.The 48-year-old former England international appeared in court on Wednesday after HMRC brought the case against him.A bankruptcy petition is a formal application to a court seeking repayment of an outstanding debt.
  HMRC describes bankruptcy proceedings as a “last resort” when pursuing unpaid taxes.HMRC does not commen
  
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• UEFA prepare complaint for ‘criminal mismanagement’ against Infantino

  27-08-2026 17:35 via vanguardngr.com
  European football’s governing body UEFA is preparing a complaint accusing FIFA president Gianni Infantino of “criminal mismanagement” over his now shelved plan to bring private financing into the World Cup, according to a document seen by AFP.“UEFA is actively considering legal action arising out of and in connection with the…plan proposed by FIFA,” read the legal document filed in a Florida court in the United States.“More specifically, UEFA and other
  
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• Ex-Liverpool legend Carragher faces bankruptcy over £700,000 tax debt

  27-08-2026 17:26 via punchng.com
  
  Former Liverpool and England defender turned football pundit Jamie Carragher, is facing a bankruptcy petition over an unpaid tax bill reportedly estimated at between £700,000 and £800,000. Documents seen by the BBC showed that a case was filed against James Lee Duncan Carragher on Wednesday. The bankruptcy petition was filed by lawyers representing HM RevenueRead More: https://punchng.com/ex-liverpool-legend-carragher-faces-bankruptcy-over-700000-tax-debt/
  
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• Why I resigned as NFF president – Gusau

  27-08-2026 17:12 via punchng.com
  
  Ibrahim Gusau has confirmed his resignation as President of the Nigeria Football Federation, saying his decision was informed by his love for Nigeria and commitment to the development of football. Gusau announced his resignation at a news conference in Abuja, ending his three years and 11 months in charge of Nigerian football. The development followedRead More: https://punchng.com/why-i-resigned-as-nff-president-gusau/
  
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• UN chief appeals for $1bn in Ebola aid for DR Congo

  27-08-2026 17:12 via punchng.com
  
  UN chief Antonio Guterres appeals for $1.1 billion to combat the Ebola epidemic in DR Congo, where over 5,600 cases and 2,700 deaths have occurred.Read More: https://punchng.com/un-chief-appeals-for-1bn-in-ebola-aid-for-dr-congo/
  
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• TCN blames Eko Disco feeders for Lekki transmission fault

  27-08-2026 17:12 via punchng.com
  
  TCN clarifies the Lekki transmission fault, blaming Eko Disco’s Oniru and Agungi 33kV feeders for the incident and subsequent power outage.Read More: https://punchng.com/tcn-blames-eko-disco-feeders-for-lekki-transmission-fault/
  
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• JUST IN: UEFA opens criminal proceedings against FIFA, Infantino

  27-08-2026 17:12 via punchng.com
  
  UEFA has opened criminal legal proceedings against FIFA and its president, Gianni Infantino, over a now-scrapped plan to sell stakes in the commercial rights to the World Cup and other FIFA competitions to private investors. Documents seen by BBC Sport on Thursday showed that UEFA had applied for access to evidence and documents for useRead More: https://punchng.com/just-in-uefa-opens-criminal-proceedings-against-fifa-infantino/
  
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• Police recover stolen electricity cables in Kebbi, arrest suspect

  27-08-2026 17:12 via punchng.com
  
  The Kebbi State Police Command has recovered a large quantity of stolen electricity service cables and arrested a suspected vandal, Mustapha Abubakar, in Bunza Local Government Area of the state. The recovery was made on August 25, 2026, during a police operation in the Kara area of Bunza town, following concerns over the persistent theftRead More: https://punchng.com/police-recover-stolen-electricity-cables-in-kebbi-arrest-suspect/
  
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• Done Deal: Marmoush Joins Tottenham Hotspur On Loan

  27-08-2026 17:04 via completesports.com
  
  Egypt international forward Omar Marmoush has completed a season-long loan move to Tottenham Hotspur from Manchester City. The agreement includes an obligation for Spurs to make the transfer permanent next summer. Marmoush, 27, will be hoping to play a key role for Tottenham and make a strong impact during his spell at the club. Marmoush [...]
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• WHO, Africa CDC declare Uganda Ebola outbreak over

  27-08-2026 16:57 via punchng.com
  
  The World Health Organisation and Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday declared Uganda’s Ebola outbreak over after the country went 42 consecutive days without recording a new confirmed case. According to the agencies, the 42-day period followed the discharge of Uganda’s last Ebola patient, an imported case, on July 16, 2026, markingRead More: https://punchng.com/who-africa-cdc-declare-uganda-ebola-outbreak-over/
  
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• Okpebholo swears in ecological, electricity commissions chairmen, others

  27-08-2026 16:57 via punchng.com
  
  Governor Monday Okpebholo swears in chairmen and members for Edo State’s Ecological Funding and Management Commission and Electricity Regulatory CommissionRead More: https://punchng.com/okpebholo-swears-in-ecological-electricity-commissions-chairmen-others/
  
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• NCoS assures staff of Osun election allowance payment

  27-08-2026 16:57 via punchng.com
  
  The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) in Osun State assures staff that their Osun election allowance will be paid soon, addressing payment delays.Read More: https://punchng.com/ncos-assures-staff-of-osun-election-allowance-payment/
  
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• Bayelsa deputy gov applauds community for peaceful election of paramount ruler

  27-08-2026 16:57 via punchng.com
  
  The chiefs, elders, women and youths of Yenezue-Gene Community in Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State have been commended for conducting a peaceful election of a new paramount ruler for the community. The Deputy Governor, Dr Peter Akpe, gave the commendation while receiving a report on the election from the Obenibe of Epie Kingdom,Read More: https://punchng.com/bayelsa-deputy-gov-applauds-community-for-peaceful-election-of-paramount-ruler/
  
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• Arteta Gives Injury Update On Guimaraes, Saliba, Timber Ahead Villa Vs Arsenal

  27-08-2026 16:44 via completesports.com
  Mikel Arteta has been handed a boost after confirming Bruno Guimaraes is in contention to make his Arsenal debut, Independent reports. The Gunners face Aston Villa on Monday night as they continue their Premier League title defence. And after a £75m move from Newcastle, Bruno Guimaraes’ delayed full debut could take place at Villa Park, [...]
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• Ayra Starr to headline NFL London Game halftime show

  27-08-2026 16:25 via punchng.com
  
  Afrobeats star, Sarah Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, is set to become the first major African artist to headline an NFL halftime show when she performs at the 2026 NFL London Game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Jacksonville Jaguars on October 11. The National Football League announced this in a statement on Thursday, withRead More: https://punchng.com/ayra-starr-to-headline-nfl-london-game-halftime-show/
  
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• NFF President Gusau, General Secretary Sanusi, Other Board Members Resign

  27-08-2026 16:17 via completesports.com
  
  President of the Nigeria Football Federation,NFF, Ibrahim Gusau, has formally resigned from office, ending his tenure as head of the country’s football governing body. Gusau confirmed his resignation at a press conference in Abuja on Thursday, stating that the decision takes immediate effect. Mohammed Sanusi, General Secretary of the NFF also announced his resignation during [...]
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• Gusau opens up on resignation, says he’s not bigger than Nigeria

  27-08-2026 16:12 via thesun.ng
  
  Insists only history will judge his achievementsThe President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has opened up on his resignation, blaming it on pressure from certain quarters and Nigerians.
  He announced that he had to bow out because Nigeria is greater than every individual, stressing that only history can judge him.
  Speaking during the press conference to officially announce his resignation on Thursday at the NFF national secretariat, he enumerated his achievements a
  
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• Kwara Assembly member dumps APC

  27-08-2026 16:08 via punchng.com
  
  A Kwara Assembly member, Saba Gideon, has resigned from the APC, citing concerns over internal democracy and fairness. This follows his controversial suspeRead More: https://punchng.com/kwara-assembly-member-dumps-apc/
  
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• Edo@35: Okpebholo, deputy reaffirm commitment to development

  27-08-2026 16:08 via punchng.com
  
  Governor Okpebholo and Deputy Idahosa reaffirm their commitment to Edo State development on its 35th anniversary, outlining plans for infrastructure, healtRead More: https://punchng.com/edo35-okpebholo-deputy-reaffirm-commitment-to-development/
  
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• Cyberattack exposes data of 8.7m customers at three UK airports

  27-08-2026 16:08 via punchng.com
  
  A recent airport cyberattack compromised data of 8.7 million customers at three major UK airports. Learn what information was stolen and how it impacts pasRead More: https://punchng.com/cyberattack-exposes-data-of-8-7m-customers-at-three-uk-airports/
  
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• 4 clubs making Champions League debut

  27-08-2026 15:56 via vanguardngr.com
  Four clubs: Como, LASK, Sabah and Viking will make their first appearances in the UEFA Champions League league phase in the 2026/27 season.The quartet were confirmed among the 36 teams that will compete in the league phase following the conclusion of the qualifying rounds.Italian side Como, Austrian club LASK, Azerbaijan’s Sabah and Norwegian outfit Viking all secured places in the competition, marking a historic milestone for each club. UEFA confirmed the four newcomers among the teams s
  
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• Canada unveils eight-step guide for international students before arrival

  27-08-2026 15:54 via punchng.com
  
  Canada has highlighted eight important steps prospective international students should take before moving to the country for their studies. The guidance, published by CIC News and shared on CanadaVisa’s X account on Thursday, noted that moving to Canada as an international student involves more than securing admission and booking a flight, as students need toRead More: https://punchng.com/2225483-2/
  
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• 2027: Ekiti PDP, APM begin mobilisation for Makinde’s presidential bid

  27-08-2026 15:54 via punchng.com
  
  Stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party and the Allied Peoples Movement in Ekiti State on Thursday converged on Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital, to strategise for grassroots mobilisation in support of the presidential bid of Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, ahead of the 2027 general elections. PDP chieftain and convener of the alliance in EkitiRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-ekiti-pdp-apm-begin-mobilisation-for-makindes-presidential-bid/
  
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• Terrorists kill four, abduct four in Sokoto community

  27-08-2026 15:39 via punchng.com
  
  Suspected terrorists attacked Gorau community in Sokoto, killing four and abducting four others. This Sokoto attack deepens grief after a recent boat trageRead More: https://punchng.com/terrorists-kill-four-abduct-four-in-sokoto-community/
  
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• NLC general secretary dies at 60

  27-08-2026 15:39 via punchng.com
  
  The General Secretary of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Emmanuel Ugboaja, has died at the age of 60 after a protracted illness. Details surrounding his death remained sketchy as of the time of filing this report. The NLC President, Joe Ajaero, announced Ugboaja’s death to members of the Congress National Executive Council during their ongoing meetingRead More: https://punchng.com/nlc-general-secretary-dies-at-60/
  
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• Dele-Bashiru Sidelined After Injury Setback

  27-08-2026 15:35 via completesports.com
  
  Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is expected to spend between 15 and 20 days on the sidelines after sustaining an injury during Lazio’s Serie A clash with Bologna. The Nigeria international picked up the injury in the encounter at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara on August 24 and was replaced by Davide Frattesi in the 54th minute. According to [...]
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