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• Why I substituted Ronaldo at half-time – Postecoglou

  26-08-2026 13:40 via punchng.com
  
  Al-Nassr manager Ange Postecoglou explains his decision to substitute Cristiano Ronaldo at half-time during their dramatic comeback win.Read More: https://punchng.com/why-i-substituted-ronaldo-at-half-time-postecoglou/
  
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• Tinubu orders reform of Nigeria’s football system

  27-08-2026 19:37 via punchng.com
  
  President Tinubu orders a comprehensive reform of Nigeria’s football system to address failures and strengthen governance. Learn about the planned changes.Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-orders-reform-of-nigerias-football-system/
  
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• Police arrest two Cross River vandals, recover iron poles

  27-08-2026 19:37 via punchng.com
  
  Cross River State Police have arrested two vandals, Kelvin Ignatius and Arnold Okon, recovering stolen iron poles and other items from Akamkpa Quarry LimitRead More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-two-cross-river-vandals-recover-iron-poles/
  
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• Oluremi Tinubu donates N819m to 1,638 widows of fallen officers

  27-08-2026 19:37 via punchng.com
  
  First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative donates N819m to 1,638 widows of fallen military and police officers to support their businesses.Read More: https://punchng.com/oluremi-tinubu-donates-n819m-to-1638-widows-of-fallen-officers/
  
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• Motor park officer, three others paraded over Osun killings

  27-08-2026 19:37 via punchng.com
  
  Four suspects, including a motor park officer, have been paraded in connection with the recent Osun killings in Ikire. Police recover a cutlass-like objectRead More: https://punchng.com/motor-park-officer-three-others-paraded-over-osun-killings/
  
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• JUST IN: Tinubu in talks with APC governors at Aso Villa

  27-08-2026 19:37 via punchng.com
  
  President Tinubu is currently in talks with APC governors at the Presidential Villa. Discover the latest updates on this crucial meeting and its implicatioRead More: https://punchng.com/just-in-tinubu-in-talks-with-apc-governors-at-villa/
  
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• Fubara unveils new hospital, upgraded neuropsychiatric centre

  27-08-2026 19:37 via punchng.com
  
  Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara inaugurates a new General Hospital and an upgraded Neuropsychiatric Centre, boosting healthcare access in Rivers.Read More: https://punchng.com/fubara-unveils-new-hospital-upgraded-neuropsychiatric-centre/
  
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• FG inaugurates inter-ministerial panel to rank MDAs’ websites

  27-08-2026 19:37 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government has inaugurated an inter-ministerial task team to oversee the 2026 ranking of MDAs’ websites, ensuring objectivity and transparency.Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-inaugurates-inter-ministerial-panel-to-rank-mdas-websites/
  
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• Gusau laments slavery Nike deal, confirms signing N11.9b Adidas deal annually

  27-08-2026 19:33 via thesun.ng
  
  The outgoing President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has lamented that his predecessor signed a 10-year “slavery” kit sponsorship deal with Nike.
  He made the disclosure at the press briefing to announce his resignation at the football federation’s national headquarters in Abuja on Thursday.
  While decrying that the “slavery” contract contributed to starving his federation board financially, he said that he had strenuously corrected the
  
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• Champions League Draw: PSG to face Barcelona, Man City and Villa

  27-08-2026 19:28 via vanguardngr.com
  Two-time defending champions Paris Saint-Germain were handed meetings with Barcelona, Manchester City and Aston Villa among their eight matches in the league phase of this season’s Champions League, as the draw took place on Thursday.PSG, who beat Arsenal on penalties in May to retain the trophy, will play Barcelona, Roma, Turkish champions Galatasaray and Slovan Bratislava of Slovakia at home.Luis Enrique’s team will travel to England twice to face City and Villa. They beat both te
  
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• P&ID case award would have crippled Nigeria’s economy — Fagbemi

  27-08-2026 19:20 via punchng.com
  
  Attorney General Lateef Fagbemi states the P&ID case award, based on compound interest, would have crippled Nigeria’s economy. He advocates for internationRead More: https://punchng.com/pid-case-award-would-have-crippled-nigerias-economy-fagbemi/
  
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• EPL: Guimaraes may be available for Arsenal against Villa, says Arteta

  27-08-2026 19:20 via punchng.com
  
  Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirms Bruno Guimaraes is potentially available for selection against Aston Villa. Get the latest on Arsenal’s squad fitnessRead More: https://punchng.com/epl-arteta-gives-update-on-guimaraes-injury-ahead-of-villa-clash/
  
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• JUST IN: Tinubu in talks with APC governors at Villa

  27-08-2026 19:04 via punchng.com
  
  President Tinubu is currently in talks with APC governors at the Presidential Villa. This crucial meeting comes amidst preparations for the 2027 general elRead More: https://punchng.com/just-in-tinubu-in-talks-with-apc-governors-at-villa/
  
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• EXPLAINER: What students should know as FG moves to phase out non-technical poly courses

  27-08-2026 19:04 via punchng.com
  
  The Federal Government plans to phase out non-technical polytechnic courses. Learn what this means for current and prospective students, and what changes tRead More: https://punchng.com/explainer-what-students-should-know-as-fg-moves-to-phase-out-non-technical-poly-courses/
  
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• EPL: Arteta gives update on Guimaraes injury ahead of Villa clash

  27-08-2026 19:04 via punchng.com
  
  Mikel Arteta provides a crucial Guimaraes injury update ahead of Arsenal’s Premier League clash with Aston Villa. Find out if he’ll play!Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-arteta-gives-update-on-guimaraes-injury-ahead-of-villa-clash/
  
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• UEFA to file criminal complaint against FIFA President Infantino over World Cup deal

  27-08-2026 19:03 via thesun.ng
  
  UEFA is preparing to file a criminal complaint against FIFA President Gianni Infantino in Switzerland over his abandoned plan to sell a stake in FIFA’s commercial operations to private investors.
  The European football governing body is examining possible financial mismanagement over the proposed $4.2bn deal, which would have given investors a 20 per cent stake in a FIFA subsidiary responsible for commercial events, including the World Cup.
  UEFA has already taken steps in the United States
  
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• Champions League draw: Real Madrid to face Arsenal, Man City take on Barcelona

  27-08-2026 18:48 via vanguardngr.com
  Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City have been handed challenging opponents in the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League league phase following Thursday’s draw.The 36-team league phase draw has produced several high-profile fixtures, with reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain set to face Barcelona and Manchester City.Arsenal face Real Madrid, BayernArsenal, who reached last season’s Champions League final, will face a difficult set of opponents.Mikel Arteta’s side will host Real Ma
  
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• EPL: Nelson leaves Arsenal after 18 years

  27-08-2026 18:41 via punchng.com
  
  Arsenal have confirmed the departure of Reiss Nelson after 18 years with the club, according to a statement on the club’s website on Thursday. The 26-year-old winger leaves the Gunners after the club agreed to terminate his contract with immediate effect, making him a free agent. Nelson joined Arsenal’s academy as a youngster and progressedRead More: https://punchng.com/epl-nelson-leaves-arsenal-after-18-years/
  
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• Akwa Ibom criminalises use of ambulances to convey corpses

  27-08-2026 18:41 via punchng.com
  
  Akwa Ibom State outlaws using ambulances to convey corpses for burial, citing public health threats. Violators face impoundment of their vehicles.Read More: https://punchng.com/akwa-ibom-criminalises-use-of-ambulances-to-convey-corpses/
  
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• Tinubu swears in Enitan as new Head of Service

  27-08-2026 18:21 via punchng.com
  
  President Bola Tinubu has sworn in Abel Enitan as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. Learn more about his appointment and mandate.Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-swears-in-enitan-as-new-head-of-service/
  
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• Relief committee invites Osun election violence victims to submit claims

  27-08-2026 18:21 via punchng.com
  
  Victims of the August 15 Osun governorship election violence are invited to submit claims to the state’s Election Violence Relief Committee for support.Read More: https://punchng.com/relief-committee-invites-osun-election-violence-victims-to-submit-claims/
  
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• FULL LIST: Top 10 European clubs with highest transfer spending in 2026

  27-08-2026 18:21 via punchng.com
  
  Discover the top 10 European clubs with the highest transfer spending in 2026. See which teams, including Chelsea and Tottenham, lead the summer window.Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-top-10-european-clubs-with-highest-transfer-spending-in-2026/
  
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• Four killed as hoodlums clash in Lagos community

  27-08-2026 18:21 via punchng.com
  
  Four men were killed in a communal clash at Ikola, Lagos, after a disagreement escalated. Learn more about the Lagos clash and the ongoing investigation.Read More: https://punchng.com/four-killed-as-hoodlums-clash-in-lagos-community/
  
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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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