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• US designates UK-based Palestine Action as terrorist group

  26-08-2026 19:00 via punchng.com
  
  The US has designated UK-based Palestine Action as a “specially designated global terrorist” organization, imposing sanctions on the group.Read More: https://punchng.com/us-designates-uk-based-palestine-action-as-terrorist-group/
  
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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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• Gusau confirms resignation as NFF president

  27-08-2026 15:25 via vanguardngr.com
  ABUJA — President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, has confirmed his resignation from office, bringing his tenure as the head of the country’s football governing body to an end.Gusau officially announced his resignation on Thursday at a press conference in Abuja, amid mounting pressure over the recent fortunes of Nigeria’s national teams.His announcement followed reports that he and members of the NFF Executive Committee had resigned from their p
  
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• Incompetent aides around Tinubu causing him embarrassment, says Ndume

  27-08-2026 15:22 via punchng.com
  
  Senator Ali Ndume criticizes President Tinubu’s administration, stating that incompetent aides are causing embarrassment and hindering progress.Read More: https://punchng.com/incompetent-aides-around-tinubu-causing-him-embarrassment-says-ndume/
  
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• FCTA, FRSC crack down on traffic light, route violations

  27-08-2026 15:22 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Capital Territory Administration, in collaboration with the Federal Road Safety Corps and other sister agencies, has commenced a sustained special enforcement operation against traffic light violations, driving against traffic and other road offences across Abuja. The Mandate Secretary, FCTA Transportation Secretariat, Mr Chinedum Elechi, disclosed this on Thursday during a special joint interventionRead More: https://punchng.com/fcta-frsc-crack-down-on-traffic-light-route-violations
  
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• BREAKING: Gusau, board members resign from NFF

  27-08-2026 15:21 via punchng.com
  
  Nigeria Football Federation President, Ibrahim Gusau, has resigned from office, announcing his decision during a press conference in Abuja on Thursday. According to the Super Eagles news account on X (@SSE_NGA), Gusau was joined by board members of the Executive Committee in resignation. The crisis follows the Super Falcons’ failure to qualify for the 2027Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-gusau-board-members-resign-from-nff/
  
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• Who Should NFF Appoint As New Super Falcons Head Coach Following Justin Madugu’s Sacking?

  27-08-2026 15:19 via completesports.com
  
  With Justin Madugu now out of the picture, the Super Falcons are once again facing a big question: who should take charge of Nigeria’s women’s national team? The NFF will need to make a decision that goes beyond simply finding a replacement. The next coach must understand Nigerian football, manage a talented squad, compete at [...]
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• Saint Janet laid to rest in Ogun

  27-08-2026 15:09 via punchng.com
  
  Veteran Juju and Highlife musician Saint Janet has been laid to rest in Abeokuta, Ogun State, weeks after her sudden death. Read more about Saint Janet’s bRead More: https://punchng.com/saint-janet-laid-to-rest-in-ogun/
  
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• Oyo 2027: My governorship ambition not a do-or-die affair — Adelabu

  27-08-2026 15:09 via punchng.com
  
  Bayo Adelabu states his Oyo 2027 governorship ambition is not a do-or-die affair, prioritising APC party unity over legal challenges despite primary concerRead More: https://punchng.com/oyo-2027-my-governorship-ambition-not-a-do-or-die-affair-adelabu/
  
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• Kidnapped two-year-old boy rescued in Cross River

  27-08-2026 15:09 via punchng.com
  
  A two-year-old boy kidnapped in Cross River State has been rescued after two suspects were apprehended by youths. Police confirm the incident.Read More: https://punchng.com/kidnapped-two-year-old-boy-rescued-in-cross-river/
  
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• 7 countries that were banned from World Cup due to politics

  27-08-2026 15:00 via vanguardngr.com
  The FIFA World Cup is often presented as a tournament that brings countries together through football.However, politics, war, international sanctions and government interference have repeatedly affected which nations are allowed to participate.Over the years, several countries have been prevented from taking part in the World Cup or its qualifying process because of political conflicts or actions involving their governments.Here are seven notable examples.1. South AfricaSouth Africa is one of t
  
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• VIDEO: Emir of Daura confers chieftaincy title on Culture Minister Musawa

  27-08-2026 14:51 via punchng.com
  
  Culture Minister Hannatu Musawa receives the traditional title of “Mairamar Kasar Hausa I” from the Emir of Daura, HRM Dr Umar Faruk Umar.Read More: https://punchng.com/video-emir-of-daura-confers-chieftaincy-title-on-culture-minister-musawa/
  
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• Oyo inaugurates technical group to address climate health impact

  27-08-2026 14:51 via punchng.com
  
  Oyo State forms a Technical Working Group on Climate and Health to strengthen its capacity in addressing the public health impacts of climate change on resRead More: https://punchng.com/oyo-inaugurates-technical-group-to-address-climate-health-impact/
  
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• Lagos to host 15,000 athletes for national intermediate games

  27-08-2026 14:51 via punchng.com
  
  Lagos is set to host about 15,000 young athletes aged between 15 and 18 for the maiden National Intermediate Games scheduled to hold from October 1 to 15, 2026. The athletes are expected to compete in 23 compulsory and five optional sporting disciplines across 10 venues in the state. In a post obtained from theRead More: https://punchng.com/lagos-to-host-15000-athletes-for-national-intermediate-games/
  
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• Falana rejects defense of VDM’s conference role, demands experienced speakers

  27-08-2026 14:51 via punchng.com
  
  Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has criticised the Nigerian Bar Association for inviting social media activist, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, to speak at its annual conference. Falana made his position known in an interview with Channels Television on Thursday while commenting on the controversy that followed VDM’sRead More: https://punchng.com/falana-rejects-defense-of-vdms-conference-role-demands-experienced-speakers/
  
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• Awolowo 2.0: How subsidy removal is funding education, health

  27-08-2026 14:39 via punchng.com
  
  Discover how Nigeria’s subsidy removal is revitalizing education and health sectors, echoing Awolowo’s vision for national development.Read More: https://punchng.com/awolowo-2-0-how-subsidy-removal-is-funding-education-health/
  
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• 2027: IPCR boss urges youths to shun hate speech, fake news

  27-08-2026 14:36 via punchng.com
  
  IPCR boss urges Nigerian youths to shun hate speech, misinformation, and intolerance ahead of the 2027 general elections. Learn to fact-check and build peaRead More: https://punchng.com/2027-ipcr-boss-urges-youths-to-shun-hate-speech-fake-news/
  
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• Chelsea striker Delap joins Nottingham Forest for club record £45m

  27-08-2026 14:25 via vanguardngr.com
  Nottingham Forest have splashed a club record reported fee of £45 million ($61 million) to sign out-of-favour Chelsea striker Liam Delap.The 23-year-old has penned a five-year contract at the City Ground after failing to make the grade in one season at Chelsea.Forest were in the market for a goalscorer after failing to find the net in two defeats to Leeds in the Premier League and League Cup to begin their season under new boss Oliver Glasner in disappointing fashion.“I really can&r
  
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• ‘He’s Very Hungry To Make History With Real Madrid’ –Mourinho Hails Mbappe After Hattrick Vs Real Sociedad

  27-08-2026 14:17 via completesports.com
  
  Real Madrid manager José Mourinho has praised Kylian Mbappé after a stellar hat-trick for the Los Blancos, describing his performance level as stratospheric and noting that he is a player with a huge hunger to make history. Following a stellar hat-trick against Real Sociedad, Mourinho in a chat with the club’s website, emphasized that Mbappé [...]
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• Being in debt is not a crime, CREDICORP warns lenders over recovery tactics

  27-08-2026 14:02 via punchng.com
  
  CREDICORP warns lenders against unlawful debt recovery tactics, emphasizing that being in debt is not a crime and borrowers’ rights must be respected.Read More: https://punchng.com/being-in-debt-is-not-a-crime-credicorp-warns-lenders-over-recovery-tactics/
  
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• 2027: I’m Nigeria’s incoming youngest president, says 35-year-old DLA candidate

  27-08-2026 14:02 via punchng.com
  
  DLA candidate Moses Adebisi, 35, declares he will be Nigeria’s youngest president in 2027, challenging Tinubu and APC. Learn about his vision.Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-im-nigerias-incoming-youngest-president-says-35-year-old-dla-candidate/
  
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• ‘There’ll be no negotiation’ — Atletico Madrid rule out Alvarez move to Barcelona

  27-08-2026 13:45 via vanguardngr.com
  Atletico Madrid have ruled out any possibility of Julián Alvarez joining Barcelona, with the club’s board unanimously backing the decision not to negotiate with the Catalan side.The Madrid club said its Board of Directors had expressed “absolute support” for the decision following Barcelona’s reported interest in the Argentine forward.In a statement, Atlético stressed that it remains willing to participate in normal transfer-market negotiations, provided th
  
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