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• Police raid bandits’ hideouts in Kaduna

  30-08-2026 07:58 via punchng.com
  
  Kaduna State Police Command successfully raided and dismantled two bandits’ hideouts in Makarfi LGA, restoring normalcy. Learn more about the operation agaRead More: https://punchng.com/police-raid-bandits-hideouts-in-kaduna/
  
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• Police arrest 70-year-old man for defiling Bauchi minor

  01-09-2026 04:31 via punchng.com
  
  The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 70-year-old man, Usman Abubakar, for allegedly defiling an eight-year-old girl in the Tsakanin Bayara area of Bauchi metropolis. The command disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday by its Police Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Habib. According to the statement, the incident was reported at theRead More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-70-year-old-man-for-defiling-bauchi-minor/
  
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• FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup: Ikpeme charges Falconets to go all out against Korea Republic

  01-09-2026 03:37 via thesun.ng
  
  Acting General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation, Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme has charged the Nigeria U20 women’s team, Falconets, to put in their very best against their Korea Republic counterparts in a friendly match on Tuesday, in order to sustain the win-mentality they had established in Friday’s defeat of hosts Poland in another friendly game.Mary Mamudu scored in first-half stoppage time to steer the two-time World Cup runners-up to victory at the Municipal Stadium in Brzeg,
  
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• Obafemi Martins: Seyi Tinubu can change Nigerian football

  01-09-2026 03:35 via thesun.ng
  
  Former Super Eagles striker Obafemi Martins has said Seyi, son of President Bola Tinubu, is the individual who can turn around the fortunes of Nigerian football administration.
  Martins made the remarks on Monday during a conversation with Mikel Obi on “The Obi One Podcast,” while reacting to the ongoing crisis rocking the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), which has triggered a string of resignations and reshuffles in recent days.
  The former Inter Milan forward said poor football adm
  
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• Guild of Sports Editors back Tinubu’s reforms, insists no recycling

  01-09-2026 03:34 via thesun.ng
  
  The Guild of Sports Editors says President Tinubu’s intervention could not have come sooner, and it’s determined not to let the moment go to waste.
  In a statement from an emergency meeting, Guild president Tony Ubani painted a bleak picture of what led here: back-to-back failures by the Super Eagles to qualify for the World Cup, Nigeria’s absence from the FIFA U-17 and U-20 World Cups, the fading fortunes of Nigerian clubs in the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup, and
  
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• C’River don calls for action to bridge social gaps

  01-09-2026 03:33 via punchng.com
  
  The Director of Academic Planning, University of Cross River State, Prof. Hannah Etta, has called for deliberate efforts to bridge “missing links” in education, religion, governance and family life to strengthen social cohesion in Nigeria. Prof. Etta made the call while delivering the 12th Inaugural Lecture of the institution in Calabar, titled, “Links, Linkages andRead More: https://punchng.com/criver-don-calls-for-action-to-bridge-social-gaps/
  
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• FG appoints US-based academic as FUTA Pro-Chancellor

  01-09-2026 03:32 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government has appointed a United States-based academic and physician, Dr Olugbenga A. Awe, as the new Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State. The appointment was contained in a statement made available to The PUNCH on Monday. According to the statement, the letter conveyingRead More: https://punchng.com/fg-appoints-us-based-academic-as-futa-pro-chancellor/
  
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• Agada sets three-point record in World Cup African Qualifiers

  01-09-2026 03:32 via thesun.ng
  
   
  Caleb Agada set a new three-point shooting record in the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers on Sunday, drilling eight triples to help Nigeria’s D’Tigers close out their qualifying window with a commanding 100-84 win over Cape Verde.
  According to FIBA.basketball, coming off the bench, Agada shot 9-of-12 from the field, including an 8-of-11 clip from beyond the arc, to finish with a career-high 26 points, adding six assists and four rebounds in just under 24 minutes at
  
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• Rector advocates skill-based education to bridge workforce gap

  01-09-2026 03:31 via punchng.com
  
  The Rector, Federal Polytechnic, Ado Ekiti, Dr Temitope Alake, has advocated skill-based education and stronger collaboration between institutions and industry to bridge the skills gap in Nigeria’s engineering workforce. Alake said the skills gap, which was affecting economic growth, innovation and competitiveness in countries, including Nigeria, was occasioned by the rapid evolution of technology andRead More: https://punchng.com/rector-advocates-skill-based-education-to-bridge-workforce-
  
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• NFF Reforms: Nigeria Pitch Awards founder expresses gratitude to President Tinubu

  01-09-2026 03:30 via thesun.ng
  
  The founder and President of the Nigeria Pitch Awards, Shina Philips, has expressed gratitude to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, for initiating the long-awaited reforms in the country’s football governing body.In a press release in Abuja on Saturday, Philips threw his weight behind the president’s reforms, stating that the reforms would highlight the challenges facing Nigerian football and identify salient areas where presidential int
  
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• JAMB raises FUTES admission quota to 3,300 — VC

  01-09-2026 03:30 via punchng.com
  
  The Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin Ekiti, Prof. Gbenga Aribisala, has disclosed that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has increased the institution’s admission quota to 3,300. Aribisala attributed the increase to the remarkable growth recorded by the university since it commenced academic activities in January 2026. The Vice-Chancellor disclosed thisRead More: https://punchng.com/jamb-raises-futes-admission-quota-to-3300-vc/
  
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• Lagos deploys NIMS to tackle age cheating, woos media ahead of Eko 2026

  01-09-2026 03:29 via thesun.ng
  
  Organisers of the maiden National Intermediate Games, tagged Eko 2026, have unveiled plans to deploy the National Identity Management System (NIMS) to verify the ages of competing athletes, as the Local Organising Committee (LOC) also moves to strengthen its partnership with the media ahead of the event.
  The Games, scheduled to hold in Lagos from October 1 to 15, will feature more than 15,000 young athletes aged 15 to 18, competing in 28 sports across 10 venues across the state.
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• Kogi varsity expels six students, arrests lecturer over examination malpractice

  01-09-2026 03:29 via punchng.com
  
  The Senate of Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, Kogi State, has approved the expulsion of six students for gross examination misconduct after they were found to have rewritten an examination at a lecturer’s private residence. The Senate also approved the withdrawal of nine students over poor academic performance and failure to register for two consecutiveRead More: https://punchng.com/kogi-varsity-expels-six-students-arrests-lecturer-over-examination-malpractice/
  
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• Air Peace petitions police as aviation union dispute deepens

  01-09-2026 03:28 via punchng.com
  
  The lingering industrial dispute between Air Peace and aviation workers’ unions has taken a new turn, with Air Peace airline petitioning the Inspector-General of Police over alleged acts of violence, conspiracy and conduct capable of disrupting public peace. The petition, obtained by our correspondent, has triggered a police investigation involving the Air Transport Services SeniorRead More: https://punchng.com/air-peace-petitions-police-as-aviation-union-dispute-deepens/
  
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• Ndidi takes next step beyond football with launch of DIIDS

  01-09-2026 03:27 via thesun.ng
  
  By Rasaq Oboirien
  Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi is expanding his journey beyond the football pitch with the launch of DIIDS, a lifestyle brand created for men and women, beginning with premium everyday essentials.
  After years competing at the highest level of professional football, Ndidi is now putting his passion for fashion, business and entrepreneurship into building a brand of his own.
  “Football has given me a platform, but I know there is life beyond the game. DIIDS is an opportu
  
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• Brent surges above $90 as US-Iran conflict escalates

  01-09-2026 03:27 via punchng.com
  
  Oil prices rose more than two per cent on Monday as renewed military attacks between the United States and Iran heightened concerns over possible disruptions to global crude supplies. Brent crude futures rose $2.37, or 2.69 per cent, to $90.47 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude gained $2, or 2.4 per cent, toRead More: https://punchng.com/brent-surges-above-90-as-us-iran-conflict-escalates/
  
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• Unauthorised transfer wipes out GTB customer’s N4.6m

  01-09-2026 03:26 via punchng.com
  
  A Lagos-based bank customer, Onifade Isaac, has said that he lost N4.6m to an unauthorised transaction from his Guaranty Trust Bank account without receiving any SMS alert notifying him of the transfer. The incident, which occurred on August 22, 2026, has renewed public concern over the reliability of mobile banking security alerts as more NigeriansRead More: https://punchng.com/unauthorised-transfer-wipes-out-gtb-customers-n4-6m/
  
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• Messi retires from Argentina duty

  01-09-2026 03:26 via thesun.ng
  
  Argentina great Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, saying it was a decision that “hurt” but “the time has come”.
  The 39-year-old, who captained Argentina to World Cup glory in Qatar in 2022, has scored 125 goals in 207 appearances, making him the country’s all-time leading scorer and most-capped player.
  In a statement, Messi said he has given everything to the national side but now has “nothing left to give”.
  He added:
  
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• Coronation links art collecting to investment strategy

  01-09-2026 03:24 via punchng.com
  
  Coronation Art Gallery has opened a three-month exhibition exploring the relationship between art collecting, long-term investment and cultural development. The exhibition, titled The Value of Belief — Collectors, Conviction and the Making of Cultural Futures, opened at Coronation Plaza, Victoria Island, Lagos, and features works from the private collections of Nigerian collector-patrons Kayode Adegbola, KolaRead More: https://punchng.com/coronation-links-art-collecting-to-investment-strat
  
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• Customs hand over 204 seized rifles to arms centre

  01-09-2026 03:23 via punchng.com
  
  The Nigerian Customs Service, Tincan Island Command, on Monday handed over 204 seized pump-action rifles imported from Turkey to the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, disclosed this at Tincan Island Port while handing over the seized rifles to the South West Coordinator ofRead More: https://punchng.com/customs-hand-over-204-seized-rifles-to-arms-centre/
  
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• Why I joined APC, advocated United State of Taraba – Kefas

  01-09-2026 03:15 via punchng.com
  
  Taraba State Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas has finally opened up on why he joined the All Progressives Congress. The governor also explained the rationale behind his call for a United State of Taraba. Kefas said that his decision to leave the Peoples Democratic Party for the ruling APC was aimed at strengthening the state’s relationshipRead More: https://punchng.com/why-i-joined-apc-advocated-united-state-of-taraba-kefas/
  
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• Sokoto gov candidate backs Atiku’s border plan

  01-09-2026 03:15 via punchng.com
  
  The African Democratic Congress governorship candidate in Sokoto State, Hon. Manir Muhammad Dan’Iya, has backed the party’s 2027 presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, over his plan to reopen Nigeria’s land borders if elected president. Dan’Iya said the policy would revive legitimate cross-border trade, improve livelihoods and ease economic hardship, particularly for communities in Sokoto sharingRead More: https://punchng.com/sokoto-gov-candidate-backs-atikus-bord
  
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• Residents flee Niger communities over insecurity

  01-09-2026 03:15 via punchng.com
  
  A prince of the Borgue Emirate Murtala Dantoro has raised the alarm that his residents are migrating to the Republic of Benin due to the rate of kidnappings. Dantoro, who narrated the ordeal of the people to newsmen, while speaking in Minna, the Niger State capital called on the government and security agencies to arrestRead More: https://punchng.com/residents-flee-niger-communities-over-insecurity/
  
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• Pro-Chancellor orders quality, compliance in FUTD projects

  01-09-2026 03:15 via punchng.com
  
  The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Transportation, Daura, Wahab Akanni Owokoniran, has inspected ongoing construction and renovation projects at the institution, demanding strict compliance with contractual specifications and quality standards. Owokoniran conducted the inspection on Monday, August 24, 2026, as part of efforts to monitor projects secured forRead More: https://punchng.com/pro-chancellor-orders-quality-compliance-in-futd-projects/
  
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• Police hunt killers of Anambra comedian, one other

  01-09-2026 03:15 via punchng.com
  
  The Anambra State Police Command has launched a manhunt for the assailants who allegedly shot dead a popular master of ceremonies and media personality, Isaac Nwosu, popularly known as “Azia Nwosu,” and another yet-to-be-identified man in Awka, the state capital. PUNCH Metro learnt that the two victims were killed at separate locations in the cityRead More: https://punchng.com/police-hunt-killers-of-anambra-comedian-one-other/
  
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• Gunmen kill Kano APC chairman in fresh attack

  01-09-2026 03:15 via punchng.com
  
  Gunmen have killed the All Progressives Congress chairman of Rantan Ward in Bebeji Local Government Area of Kano State, Alhaji Garba Buba, and another resident, Sulaiman Zunduma, in a fresh attack on the community. The victims were killed on Sunday night when suspected gunmen invaded Rantan community and opened fire on residents, forcing many toRead More: https://punchng.com/gunmen-kill-kano-apc-chairman-in-fresh-attack/
  
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• Fintiri will leave enduring legacy in Adamawa – Commissioner

  01-09-2026 03:15 via punchng.com
  
  The Adamawa State Commissioner for Works and Energy Development, Suleiman Mohammed, says Governor Ahmadu Fintiri will leave enduring legacies through the administration’s massive investment in infrastructure across the state. Mohammed stated this in an exclusive interview with Arewa PUNCH recently in Yola, where he described the governor’s infrastructure projects as more than physical structures, sayingRead More: https://punchng.com/fintiri-will-leave-enduring-legacy-in-adamawa-commi
  
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• Elumelu and the ‘Tony’ girl: The world of English honorifics (2)

  01-09-2026 03:15 via punchng.com
  
  In continuation of our discussion of the scare caused by the young lady who recently addressed leading businessman, Mr Tony Elumelu, by his first name, I will first offer some tips on how to avoid the mistake she made. Last week, we established the personal honorifics available to show courtesy, especially in formal situations likeRead More: https://punchng.com/elumelu-and-the-tony-girl-the-world-of-english-honorifics-2/
  
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• Borno commissioner under fire over alleged threats to political opponents

  01-09-2026 03:15 via punchng.com
  
  The Obi/Kwanwkaso Movement in Borno State says it will hold the state Commissioner of Youth and Sports Development, Sainna Buba, responsible if anything happens to any of its members following his threats to “flog” and “cut off” the fingers of anyone against the party. The group said it will   defend its members against any formRead More: https://punchng.com/borno-commissioner-under-fire-over-alleged-threats-to-political-opponents/
  
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• Xenophobia: Abia processes more S’Africa returnees

  01-09-2026 03:15 via punchng.com
  
  Abia State Government says it is currently processing an additional batch of returnees from South Africa, adding that the state recorded eight cases of sexual and gender-based violence involving survivors aged between four and 25. Addressing journalists on Monday on the outcome of the week’s executive council meeting presided over by Governor Alex Otti, theRead More: https://punchng.com/xenophobia-abia-processes-more-safrica-returnees/
  
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