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Rodri [& https://punchng.com/barcelona-agree-e76-5m-deal-to-sign-rodri-from-manchester-city/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/barcelona-agree-e76-5m-deal-to-sign-rodri-from-manchester-city/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:11:06 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Barcelona has reached an $87m deal with Manchester City to sign Spanish World Cup winner Rodri. Get the full details on this major transfer. Read More: https://punchng.com/barcelona-agree-e76-5m-deal-to-sign-rodri-from-manchester-city/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/breaking-cameroon-win-wafcon-after-thrashing-malawi-3-0/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/breaking-cameroon-win-wafcon-after-thrashing-malawi-3-0/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:06:28 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News Cameroon have won the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON for the first time after defeating Malawi 3-0 in the 2026 final in Rabat, Morocco. 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The injury forced the versatile defender to miss th https://www.france24.com/en/sport/20260816-cameroon-beats-malawi-to-win-women-s-africa-cup-of-nations-for-the-first-time https://www.france24.com/en/sport/20260816-cameroon-beats-malawi-to-win-women-s-africa-cup-of-nations-for-the-first-time Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:03:36 +0000 France 24 World News https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/08/16/osun-election-outcome-will-enhance-tinubus-re-election/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/08/16/osun-election-outcome-will-enhance-tinubus-re-election/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:03:15 +0000 PM News Nigerian News The coalition further emphasized that the conduct and atmosphere of the Osun poll have indubitably proven that President Tinubu is a true democrat. https://thesun.ng/ranches-gov-alia-calls-for-calm-restraint-says-benues-interest-his-priority/ https://thesun.ng/ranches-gov-alia-calls-for-calm-restraint-says-benues-interest-his-priority/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:02:05 +0000 The Sun Nigerian News Benue State ‎Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia has called on the people of the state to remain calm, exercise restraint over the proposed Ranching policy in Benue and other state saying the interests of Benue State and its people remain his foremost priority. The post Ranches: Gov Alia calls for calm, https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/psg-beaten-by-lens-in-french-champions-trophy/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/psg-beaten-by-lens-in-french-champions-trophy/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:01:45 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News Lens were worthy winners in their first match under new coach Dino Toppmoeller, adding to the French Cup title they won under previous boss Pierre Sage in May. 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The charge against him is that he is a ritualist who allegedly obtained the underwear for ritual purposes. The man, who is currently in custody after he was rem https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/crl77w8y8r3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/crl77w8y8r3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:58:48 +0000 BBC Sport Football Football Marie Ngah Manga scores twice as Cameroon cruise to a 3-0 win over Malawi and claim a first ever Women's Africa Cup of Nations title. https://www.premiumtimesng.com/opinion/903465-taking-personal-responsibility-for-your-desired-rest-3-by-ayo-akerele.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/opinion/903465-taking-personal-responsibility-for-your-desired-rest-3-by-ayo-akerele.html Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:56:02 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News Arise today and step out of the Egyptian cycle of endless, fruitless toil. Take up your yoke, learn the mechanics of the Kingdom, build the structures required to support the blessing, and watch the Lord of the Sabbath transform your regular labour into an enduring, multi-dimensional season of super https://www.premiumtimesng.com/opinion/903462-electoral-infidels-by-wole-olaoye.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/opinion/903462-electoral-infidels-by-wole-olaoye.html Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:55:32 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News There have been calls for the prosecution of both Jingir and Fadahunsi. Unlikely as that eventuality may be, let us at least do what grown-ups do: introspect. The ultimate test of an elder’s relevance is not how much religious divisiveness or political violence he can incite but how he inspires the https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/08/16/fct-cp-orders-crackdown-on-traffic-violators/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/08/16/fct-cp-orders-crackdown-on-traffic-violators/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:53:47 +0000 PM News Nigerian News “The idea with to identify and arrest traffic robbers who exploit traffic congestion and stops to dispossess unsuspecting road users of their valuables,” she said. https://leadership.ng/kebbi-governor-idris-drops-deputy-picks-augie-as-2027-running-mate/ https://leadership.ng/kebbi-governor-idris-drops-deputy-picks-augie-as-2027-running-mate/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:53:15 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Kebbi State governor, Nasir Idris, has dropped his deputy, Senator Abubakar Umar Tafidan Kabi, as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election and picked former Commissioner for Finance, Alhaji Ibrahim Muhammad Augie, to replace him. The governor announced the decision on Sunday night at the https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/videos/cly9xz3rgkeo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/videos/cly9xz3rgkeo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:51:15 +0000 BBC Sport Football Football BBC Sport takes a look back at the moments that defined Rodri's time at Manchester City, from important goals to injuries and a Ballon d'Or, as the great midfielder takes his next step in his career. https://leadership.ng/bbnaija-s11-sultex-emerges-most-influential-player-of-the-week-after-chisom-chuka/ https://leadership.ng/bbnaija-s11-sultex-emerges-most-influential-player-of-the-week-after-chisom-chuka/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:47:09 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News ‎Housemate Sultex has emerged as the Most Influential Player Of The Week (MIPOW) for the week. ‎The announcement was made by Biggie on the night of the eviction. Other perks followed the announcement. ‎The reward for being the MIPOW means Sultex enjoys immunity in week 4 and cannot be evicted on nex https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/16/us-admiral-praises-uss-lincoln-crew-amid-reported-mental-health-concerns?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/16/us-admiral-praises-uss-lincoln-crew-amid-reported-mental-health-concerns?traffic_source=rss Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:46:01 +0000 Al Jazeera World News Politicians voiced alarm over mental health struggles on carrier, with reports of sailors attempting to jump overboard. https://punchng.com/epl-any-team-ld-miss-him-maresca-hails-ballon-dor-winner-rodri/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/epl-any-team-ld-miss-him-maresca-hails-ballon-dor-winner-rodri/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:44:24 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Man City manager Enzo Maresca praises Ballon d’Or winner Rodri, acknowledging his importance while stressing team performance over individual absence. 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Following a series of setbacks for the couple regarding th https://businessday.ng/sports/article/barcelona-agree-65m-deal-to-sign-rodri-from-man-city/ https://businessday.ng/sports/article/barcelona-agree-65m-deal-to-sign-rodri-from-man-city/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:43:30 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News Barcelona have reportedly reached an agreement with Manchester City to sign Spain captain Rodri for a fee worth £65 million, read more Barcelona agree £65m deal to sign Rodri from Man City https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/08/16/police-to-prosecute-kogi-pastor-for-setting-wife-ablaze/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/08/16/police-to-prosecute-kogi-pastor-for-setting-wife-ablaze/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:42:27 +0000 PM News Nigerian News The suspect, in his statement to the Police, admitted to setting his wife ablaze. The Command has commenced a comprehensive investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and gather further evidence https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/community-shield-why-man-city-lost-3-0-to-arsenal-enzo-maresca/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/community-shield-why-man-city-lost-3-0-to-arsenal-enzo-maresca/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:41:05 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News Enzo Maresca urged Man City to learn from their chastening Community Shield defeat against Arsenal after the Italian made a dismal start to the daunting task of replacing Pep Guardiola. The post Community Shield: Why Man City lost 3-0 to Arsenal – Enzo Maresca appeared first on Vanguard News. https://newtelegraphng.com/zach-adedeji-and-the-common-mans-welfare/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=zach-adedeji-and-the-common-mans-welfare https://newtelegraphng.com/zach-adedeji-and-the-common-mans-welfare/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=zach-adedeji-and-the-common-mans-welfare Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:40:53 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News Taxation is often seen as money taken from the people by government. But there is another way to look at it. When taxes are properly collected and judiciously used, they give government the resources it needs to provide roads, schools, hospitals, security and other services that improve people&#8217 https://ivan-gavran.github.io/0-social-processes-paper https://ivan-gavran.github.io/0-social-processes-paper Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:38:58 +0000 Hacker News Naija Tech Article URL: https://ivan-gavran.github.io/0-social-processes-paper Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49323459 Points: 14 # Comments: 4 https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/08/16/police-begin-show-of-force-ahead-of-political-campaigns/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/08/16/police-begin-show-of-force-ahead-of-political-campaigns/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:36:38 +0000 PM News Nigerian News “It is a proactive security measure designed solely to safeguard lives and property, maintain public order, and ensure a peaceful and secure environment,” he said. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/16/brazil-lula-bolsonaro-return-to-strongholds-to-launch-runs-for-president?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/16/brazil-lula-bolsonaro-return-to-strongholds-to-launch-runs-for-president?traffic_source=rss Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:36:32 +0000 Al Jazeera World News Lula and Bolsonaro appeal to Brazil’s women voters with promises to combat rising femicide and gender violence. https://punchng.com/osun-poll-your-strides-paid-off-ngf-hails-adelekes-re-election/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/osun-poll-your-strides-paid-off-ngf-hails-adelekes-re-election/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:36:23 +0000 Punch Nigerian News The Nigeria Governors’ Forum congratulates Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, citing his strides and the electorate’s confidence. Lear Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-your-strides-paid-off-ngf-hails-adelekes-re-election/ https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/16/why-people-arent-buying-mark-zuckerbergs-ai-future/ https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/16/why-people-arent-buying-mark-zuckerbergs-ai-future/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:32:01 +0000 TechCrunch Naija Tech On the latest episode of Equity podcast, we discuss why not everyone is buying Zuckerberg’s vision. https://www.skysports.com/football/live-blog/12040/13163353/championship-news-transfer-latest-and-gossip-plus-efl-updates-from-league-one-and-league-two https://www.skysports.com/football/live-blog/12040/13163353/championship-news-transfer-latest-and-gossip-plus-efl-updates-from-league-one-and-league-two Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:32:00 +0000 Sky Sports Football Football https://www.theverge.com/entertainment/980799/open-mike-eagle-and-kenny-segal-doomed-review https://www.theverge.com/entertainment/980799/open-mike-eagle-and-kenny-segal-doomed-review Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:31:37 +0000 The Verge Naija Tech "Breakups are… tough." It's the opening lines of an interlude towards the end of DOOMED! Called "It Happens in Every Universe." It's also basically the thesis of the entire record. It's no grand revelation, but it's a well-trodden subject that Open Mike Eagle manages to mine for artistic gold. 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A directive issued and signed by the chairman of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Osun State chapter and sighted by LEADERSHIP directed retirees an https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/903460-wike-signs-26272-certificates-of-occupancy-in-abuja-in-three-years.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/903460-wike-signs-26272-certificates-of-occupancy-in-abuja-in-three-years.html Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:29:36 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News The FCT Administration says the certificates were signed to ease doing business in the territory, in line with President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda. The post Wike signs 26,272 Certificates of Occupancy in Abuja in three years appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/16/us-iran-mou-is-set-to-expire-what-to-know?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/16/us-iran-mou-is-set-to-expire-what-to-know?traffic_source=rss Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:28:21 +0000 Al Jazeera World News Both sides accused the other of violating the June agreement shortly after it was signed. https://leadership.ng/man-arrested-for-allegedly-setting-wife-ablaze-in-kogi/ https://leadership.ng/man-arrested-for-allegedly-setting-wife-ablaze-in-kogi/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:27:54 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News The Kogi State Police Command has arrested a man, Jacob Irewa, for allegedly attempting to set his wife, Berida Irawo, ablaze following a domestic disagreement at Oworo Estate, Felele, Lokoja. The incident occurred on Friday, August 14, 2026, at about 8:30 p.m., when the B Division Surveillance Team https://thewhistler.ng/two-kano-building-collapses-claim-five-lives-11-rescued/ https://thewhistler.ng/two-kano-building-collapses-claim-five-lives-11-rescued/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:26:42 +0000 The Whistler Nigerian News Five people, including four construction workers and a 14-year-old student, have died after two buildings collapsed in separate incidents in Kano State. The Kano State Fire Service said 11 others were rescued following the incidents, which occurred on Saturday in Gaida, Kumbotso Local Government Are https://www.tvcnews.tv/joao-cancelo-set-to-return-to-barcelona-as-a-free-agent/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/joao-cancelo-set-to-return-to-barcelona-as-a-free-agent/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:25:13 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News João Cancelo is set to return to Barcelona after reaching an agreement to terminate his contract with Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal. Transfer journalist, Fabrizio Romano disclosed on X saying, “BREAKING: João Cancelo to Barcelona, here we go! Agreement done on contract termination with Al Hilal. “C https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cly995z1j8go?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cly995z1j8go?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:25:07 +0000 BBC Sport Football Football Shifting the playing style, maintaining qualification for major tournaments and refreshing the squad await the new Scotland boss. https://www.skysports.com/watch/video/13573826/fedex-cup-playoff-keith-mitchells-bmw-championship-hopes-in-danger-after-this-unlucky-shot https://www.skysports.com/watch/video/13573826/fedex-cup-playoff-keith-mitchells-bmw-championship-hopes-in-danger-after-this-unlucky-shot Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:25:00 +0000 Sky Sports Football Football Keith Mitchell attempts to clear his shot from the water but fails, setting his BMW Championship hopes in danger. https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/08/16/tinubu-reforms-helping-states-to-deliver-projects-pay-salaries-gov-radda/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/08/16/tinubu-reforms-helping-states-to-deliver-projects-pay-salaries-gov-radda/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:23:18 +0000 PM News Nigerian News Governor Radda noted that unlike in the past when the state relied on loans to pay salaries, his administration has executed projects worth over ₦30 billion without borrowing, while also paying salaries and pensions promptly. https://finance.yahoo.com/technology/ai/articles/nvidia-3-billion-bet-power-202314612.html https://finance.yahoo.com/technology/ai/articles/nvidia-3-billion-bet-power-202314612.html Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:23:14 +0000 Yahoo Finance Investment & Stocks https://leadership.ng/benue-ndc-guber-candidate-shija-condemns-attack-on-ukum-villages/ https://leadership.ng/benue-ndc-guber-candidate-shija-condemns-attack-on-ukum-villages/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:21:59 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Benue State candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the 2027 governorship elections and his running mate, Prof. Terhemba Shija and Dr. Dr. Raymond Edoh, have condemned the attacks on several communities in Ukum, Benue State by suspected armed herdsmen. The attacks left several persons https://punchng.com/strikes-kill-19-in-russia-ukraine/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/strikes-kill-19-in-russia-ukraine/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:21:52 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Recent strikes in Russia and Ukraine have killed 19 civilians, marking the highest death toll since 2022. Both nations escalate long-range attacks. Read More: https://punchng.com/strikes-kill-19-in-russia-ukraine/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/16/el-rufai-files-fresh-n10bn-suit-against-icpc-over-family-access/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/16/el-rufai-files-fresh-n10bn-suit-against-icpc-over-family-access/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:20:10 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has filed a fresh N10 billion lawsuit against the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over alleged restrictions on his family members visiting him in custody. The suit, filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Augu https://www.premiumtimesng.com/opinion/903455-nigerias-year-of-women-in-law-by-chidi-anselm-odinkalu.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/opinion/903455-nigerias-year-of-women-in-law-by-chidi-anselm-odinkalu.html Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:18:37 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News By some coincidence, in this year, five of the most important positions in law and justice in Nigeria are now held by women – Chief Justice of Nigeria; the President of the Court of Appeal; the leader of the Body of Senior Advocates of Nigeria; Director-General of the Law School; and President of th https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/police-begin-show-of-force-in-nasarawa-ahead-of-campaigns/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/police-begin-show-of-force-in-nasarawa-ahead-of-campaigns/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:18:19 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News He said the operation would begin in the Southern Senatorial District before moving to the Northern and, subsequently, the Western Senatorial Districts. The post Police begin show of force in Nasarawa ahead of campaigns appeared first on Vanguard News. https://leadership.ng/2027-im-not-worried-about-being-spare-tyre-under-obi-kwankwaso/ https://leadership.ng/2027-im-not-worried-about-being-spare-tyre-under-obi-kwankwaso/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:15:33 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Vice-Presidential Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso, said he is not concerned about the possibility of being treated as a “spare tyre” if he and the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, win the 2027 election. Kwankwaso stated this on Sunday in Abuja durin https://dailytrust.com/gandujes-son-returns-to-apc-after-3-months-in-kwankwasos-ndc/ https://dailytrust.com/gandujes-son-returns-to-apc-after-3-months-in-kwankwasos-ndc/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:14:30 +0000 Daily Trust Nigerian News ‎Abdulaziz Umar Ganduje, the eldest son of former Governor of Kano State and ex-National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has returned to the ruling party after a brief defection to the New Democratic Congress (NDC). ‎On Sunday, Abdulaziz was formally received https://leadership.ng/5-dead-as-2-buildings-collapse-in-kano/ https://leadership.ng/5-dead-as-2-buildings-collapse-in-kano/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:09:15 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Five people have been confirmed dead following two separate building collapses in Kano State on Saturday, August 15, 2026. The incidents occurred at Gaida in Kumbotso Local Government Area and Kurna in Fagge Local Government Area, according to the Kano State Fire Service. The agency’s Public Relatio https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/stellantis-stla-big-turnaround-bet-200858626.html https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/stellantis-stla-big-turnaround-bet-200858626.html Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:08:58 +0000 Yahoo Finance Investment & Stocks https://tribuneonlineng.com/osun-election-adelekes-dancing-was-never-a-weakness-apcs-dayo-israel/ https://tribuneonlineng.com/osun-election-adelekes-dancing-was-never-a-weakness-apcs-dayo-israel/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:08:17 +0000 Tribune Nigerian News According to him, Adeleke’s personality and connection with the people were wrongly viewed through the lens of The post Osun election: Adeleke’s dancing was never a weakness — APC’s Dayo Israel appeared first on Tribune Online. https://www.premiumtimesng.com/opinion/903450-national-security-building-sustainable-peace-through-nigerias-national-peace-framework-by-chido-onumah.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/opinion/903450-national-security-building-sustainable-peace-through-nigerias-national-peace-framework-by-chido-onumah.html Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:07:25 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News If effectively implemented, the National Peace Framework can become more than another government policy. It can provide the architecture for a new approach to national security — one in which government retains responsibility, communities acquire greater agency, institutions work from a common frame https://theintercept.com/2026/08/16/ricardo-parias-ice-detention-journalist-los-angeles/ https://theintercept.com/2026/08/16/ricardo-parias-ice-detention-journalist-los-angeles/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:05:24 +0000 Hacker News Naija Tech Article URL: https://theintercept.com/2026/08/16/ricardo-parias-ice-detention-journalist-los-angeles/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49323157 Points: 45 # Comments: 12 https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/8/16/16-08-sv-senegal-boat-tradition-sn?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/8/16/16-08-sv-senegal-boat-tradition-sn?traffic_source=rss Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:04:51 +0000 Al Jazeera World News Thousands gathered in Saint-Louis, Senegal, for the annual regatta. https://punchng.com/osun-poll-adc-candidate-congratulates-adeleke-says-democracy-has-prevailed/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/osun-poll-adc-candidate-congratulates-adeleke-says-democracy-has-prevailed/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:04:36 +0000 Punch Nigerian News ADC candidate Najeem Salaam congratulates Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election in the Osun election, stating that democracy has prevailed. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-adc-candidate-congratulates-adeleke-says-democracy-has-prevailed/ https://leadership.ng/rivers-rainbow-coalitions-reconciliation-committee-meets-fubara-agrees-on-modalities-for-peace/ https://leadership.ng/rivers-rainbow-coalitions-reconciliation-committee-meets-fubara-agrees-on-modalities-for-peace/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:03:57 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News The Reconciliation Committee of the Rainbow Coalition has disclosed that none of its  members, no matter their past political disagreements, would be victimised or discriminated against in the current moves to achieve peace and full restoration of the political family. The coalition, founded and led https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/i-support-tinubu-because-he-is-yoruba-not-over-any-agreement/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/i-support-tinubu-because-he-is-yoruba-not-over-any-agreement/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:02:35 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News By Efe Onodjae Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has said his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is not based on any agreement reached with the Federal Government, but partly because the President is a Yoruba man. Adeleke stated this in his live interview on Sunday Politics, while explainin https://punchng.com/man-arrested-for-setting-wife-on-fire-in-kogi/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/man-arrested-for-setting-wife-on-fire-in-kogi/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:02:23 +0000 Punch Nigerian News A man has been arrested in Kogi for setting his wife ablaze after a domestic dispute over burnt clothes. The victim is receiving treatment. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-arrested-for-setting-wife-on-fire-in-kogi/ https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/8/16/anti-corruption-raids-in-baghdad-as-dozens-of-officials-arrested?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/8/16/anti-corruption-raids-in-baghdad-as-dozens-of-officials-arrested?traffic_source=rss Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:02:09 +0000 Al Jazeera World News Iraq’s Integrity Commission seized of millions in cash and jewelry said to be linked to corruption charges. https://dailytrust.com/five-killed-nine-rescued-in-kano-building-collapse/ https://dailytrust.com/five-killed-nine-rescued-in-kano-building-collapse/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:59:45 +0000 Daily Trust Nigerian News No fewer than five people died, while nine others were rescued after two buildings collapsed during heavy rainfall in different parts of Kano State on Saturday. The first incident occurred at Gaida Sabon Titi, along Salbas Filling Station Road in Kumbotso Local Government Area, where a two-storey bu https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/903446-osundecides2026-inec-results-fall-within-independent-projections-yiaga.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/903446-osundecides2026-inec-results-fall-within-independent-projections-yiaga.html Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:59:32 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News Yiaga Africa, however, said the consistency of the results should not be interpreted as an endorsement of the entire electoral process, particularly amid reports of vote buying and voter inducement. The post #OsunDecides2026: INEC results fall within independent projections – Yiaga appeared fi https://leadership.ng/civil-service-awards-expose-compliance-gap-across-ministries-says-walson-jack/ https://leadership.ng/civil-service-awards-expose-compliance-gap-across-ministries-says-walson-jack/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:58:49 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News The Federal Civil Service’s 2026 Rewards and Recognition exercise has exposed what the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack, described as a disturbing failure by many Ministries to comply with the process for identifying and rewarding outstanding workers. W https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c77gg5vn44yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c77gg5vn44yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:58:14 +0000 BBC News World World News The rare meeting comes a week after Israel rejected Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza. https://tribuneonlineng.com/lessons-from-osun-election-must-inform-our-preparations-for-2027-inec/ https://tribuneonlineng.com/lessons-from-osun-election-must-inform-our-preparations-for-2027-inec/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:51:17 +0000 Tribune Nigerian News Prof. Joash Amupitan, has said the Osun state governorship election is a milestone that must shape the commission’s planning for the 2027 general election. The post Lessons from Osun election must inform our preparations for 2027 — INEC appeared first on Tribune Online. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c87nnwlpe5no?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c87nnwlpe5no?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:50:36 +0000 BBC News World World News About 200 firefighters worked to keep the fires from converging on Salamina, with one now under control. https://newtelegraphng.com/2027-operation-show-of-force-begins-in-nasarawa-ahead-2027-political-campaigns/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-operation-show-of-force-begins-in-nasarawa-ahead-2027-political-campaigns https://newtelegraphng.com/2027-operation-show-of-force-begins-in-nasarawa-ahead-2027-political-campaigns/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-operation-show-of-force-begins-in-nasarawa-ahead-2027-political-campaigns Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:50:10 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News The Nasarawa State Police Command said it has perfected arrangement to commence Operation Show of Force ahead of August 19 commencement of political campaign across the state. In a statement issued by Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Nasarawa State Police Command, SP Ranham Nansel on Sunday, https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/insecurity-omu-aran-military-base-brings-relief-kwara-south-elders-tell-tinubu/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/insecurity-omu-aran-military-base-brings-relief-kwara-south-elders-tell-tinubu/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:48:20 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin The Kwara South APC Elders Caucus has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the establishment of an army battalion in Omu-Aran, Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, describing the development as a timely intervention that has brought relief to resid https://finance.yahoo.com/technology/ai/articles/google-googl-latest-ai-model-194743447.html https://finance.yahoo.com/technology/ai/articles/google-googl-latest-ai-model-194743447.html Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:47:43 +0000 Yahoo Finance Investment & Stocks https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/08/16/kamsy-evicted-from-bbnaija-house/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/08/16/kamsy-evicted-from-bbnaija-house/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:45:24 +0000 PM News Nigerian News The development left Kamsy visibly emotional, with reports and footage from the house showing her crying after Gerard ended their relationship. The episode became one of the more talked-about moments of her stay in Biggie's house. https://punchng.com/tambuwal-congratulates-adeleke-on-re-election-says-democracy-has-won/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/tambuwal-congratulates-adeleke-on-re-election-says-democracy-has-won/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:45:17 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Former Sokoto Governor Aminu Tambuwal congratulates Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, calling it a victory for democracy and the peop Read More: https://punchng.com/tambuwal-congratulates-adeleke-on-re-election-says-democracy-has-won/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/anambra-police-to-monitor-checkpoints-patrols-from-control-room/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/anambra-police-to-monitor-checkpoints-patrols-from-control-room/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:43:49 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News By Vincent Ujumadu Awka — The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, has introduced a strategic monitoring mechanism through the command’s operational control rooms to supervise police checkpoints, patrol teams and other operational activities across the state. The initiative follo https://newtelegraphng.com/kebbi-gov-picks-ibrahim-augie-as-running-mate-for-2027/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kebbi-gov-picks-ibrahim-augie-as-running-mate-for-2027 https://newtelegraphng.com/kebbi-gov-picks-ibrahim-augie-as-running-mate-for-2027/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kebbi-gov-picks-ibrahim-augie-as-running-mate-for-2027 Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:43:11 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has selected Alhaji Ibrahim Muhammad Augie as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election, following the decision to replace the incumbent Deputy Governor, Senator Umar Abubakar Tafida Arugungu. The announcement was made on Sunday at the Presidential Lodge https://newtelegraphng.com/osun-guber-adeleke-victory-may-not-resolve-accord-partys-leadership-imumolen/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=osun-guber-adeleke-victory-may-not-resolve-accord-partys-leadership-imumolen https://newtelegraphng.com/osun-guber-adeleke-victory-may-not-resolve-accord-partys-leadership-imumolen/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=osun-guber-adeleke-victory-may-not-resolve-accord-partys-leadership-imumolen Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:42:41 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News Factional National Chairman of the Accord Party, Prof Chris Imumolen said the victory of Governor Ademola Adeleke in last Saturday’s Osun State governorship election will not resolve the party’s leadership tussle. Imumolen is challenging Maxwell Mgbudem claim of the leadership of the par https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/davidos-father-is-my-adviser-ademola-adeleke/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/davidos-father-is-my-adviser-ademola-adeleke/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:41:49 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News By Efe Onodjae Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has described his elder brother, Adedeji Adeleke, father of Nigerian music star Davido, as a father figure and trusted adviser whose counsel has helped shape his decisions. Adeleke made the remarks during an interview on Sunday Politics, where he https://www.tvcnews.tv/just-in-rodri-set-to-join-barcelona-from-man-city/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/just-in-rodri-set-to-join-barcelona-from-man-city/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:41:29 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News Barcelona have reached an agreement with Manchester City to sign Spanish midfielder Rodri, with transfer expert Fabrizio Romano giving the deal his trademark “Here We Go” confirmation. Romano reported on X that the agreement is in place for the former Ballon d’Or winner to move to Barcelona after Ma https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2026/08/donald-trump-world-liberty-regulatory-approval/ https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2026/08/donald-trump-world-liberty-regulatory-approval/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:41:18 +0000 Hacker News Naija Tech Article URL: https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2026/08/donald-trump-world-liberty-regulatory-approval/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49322979 Points: 20 # Comments: 15 https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/16/most-governors-seeking-re-election-in-2027-will-be-disappointed-kwankwaso/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/16/most-governors-seeking-re-election-in-2027-will-be-disappointed-kwankwaso/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:40:15 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) vice-presidential candidate, has warned governors hoping to use electoral manipulation and state government structures to secure re-election in 2027 that they may be disappointed. Kwankwaso made the comment on Sunday in Abuja https://www.premiumtimesng.com/opinion/903443-zacch-adedejis-arithmetic-by-joshua-ocheja.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/opinion/903443-zacch-adedejis-arithmetic-by-joshua-ocheja.html Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:39:36 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News …there is no economic or development theory that is superior to the balance sheet. The reality of the balance sheet is the moment where underlying assets, actual liabilities, cash flows, and debt obligations are assessed at their true net realisable value. This translates to the fiscal health https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/16/tambuwal-hails-adelekes-victory-as-triumph-for-democracy/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/16/tambuwal-hails-adelekes-victory-as-triumph-for-democracy/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:38:40 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News Former Sokoto State Governor and Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Tambuwal, has congratulated Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election. Tambuwal said Adeleke’s victory was not just a personal achievement but also a victory for democracy and the people of Osun State. In a messag https://nairametrics.com/2026/08/16/nigeria-targets-sugar-self-sufficiency-with-1-billion-pipeline-n10-billion-fund/ https://nairametrics.com/2026/08/16/nigeria-targets-sugar-self-sufficiency-with-1-billion-pipeline-n10-billion-fund/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:38:33 +0000 Nairametrics Nigerian News The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has intensified efforts to achieve sugar self-sufficiency in Nigeria, leveraging a $1 billion investment partnership and a N10 billion project acceleration fund to boost local production and reduce dependence on imports. The post Nigeria targets sugar se https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c5y449kwq14o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c5y449kwq14o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:37:55 +0000 BBC Sport Football Football Did Arsenal show just how far above Manchester City they are with their dominant Community Shield win? https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cy0jj65r18yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cy0jj65r18yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:37:45 +0000 BBC Sport Football Football Barcelona agree a deal to sign Spain captain Rodri from Manchester City. https://newtelegraphng.com/nnpc-shell-vision-first-outreach-makes-mark-in-badagry/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nnpc-shell-vision-first-outreach-makes-mark-in-badagry https://newtelegraphng.com/nnpc-shell-vision-first-outreach-makes-mark-in-badagry/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nnpc-shell-vision-first-outreach-makes-mark-in-badagry Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:35:43 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News Nearly 3,000 people in Badagry Local Government Area of Lagos State benefitted from the latest edition of the Vision First initiative of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) which held there last week. This was c https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/16/osun-election-adcs-najeem-salaam-congratulates-adeleke-urges-respect-for-peoples-mandate/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/16/osun-election-adcs-najeem-salaam-congratulates-adeleke-urges-respect-for-peoples-mandate/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:35:22 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News The African Democratic Congress, ADC, governorship candidate in the recently concluded Osun State governorship election, Dr Najeem Salaam, has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, saying the decision of the electorate must be respected by all political actors. Salaam, in a cong https://businessday.ng/sports/article/we-want-to-win-everything-odegaard-warns-arsenal-rivals/ https://businessday.ng/sports/article/we-want-to-win-everything-odegaard-warns-arsenal-rivals/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:35:02 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard has warned the club’s Premier League rivals that the champions are targeting more trophies after opening read more ‘We want to win everything’: Ødegaard warns Arsenal rivals https://tribuneonlineng.com/fg-moves-to-repurpose-over-4000-abandoned-mine-pits-for-economic-projects/ https://tribuneonlineng.com/fg-moves-to-repurpose-over-4000-abandoned-mine-pits-for-economic-projects/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:33:38 +0000 Tribune Nigerian News The Federal Government (FG) has begun moves to transform more than 4,000 abandoned mine pits in Plateau State into The post FG moves to repurpose over 4,000 abandoned mine pits for economic projects appeared first on Tribune Online. https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/violence-erupts-in-western-kenya-ahead-of-opposition-rally/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/08/violence-erupts-in-western-kenya-ahead-of-opposition-rally/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:33:26 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News The country is due to hold national polls in just under a year, with President William Ruto seeking a second term. The post Violence erupts in western Kenya ahead of opposition rally appeared first on Vanguard News. https://www.skysports.com/watch/video/13573814/fedex-cup-playoff-scottie-schefflers-ball-bounces-off-a-sprinkler-into-water https://www.skysports.com/watch/video/13573814/fedex-cup-playoff-scottie-schefflers-ball-bounces-off-a-sprinkler-into-water Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:33:00 +0000 Sky Sports Football Football Scottie Scheffler did not account for a sprinkler getting in the way when making his bunker shot at the FedEx Cup Playoff. https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/16/bbnaija-season-11-kamsy-becomes-third-housemate-to-be-evicted/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/16/bbnaija-season-11-kamsy-becomes-third-housemate-to-be-evicted/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:32:31 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News Kamsy has been evicted from the ongoing Big Brother Naija reality show. She became the third contestant to be evicted from the ongoing season 11 ‘Show Ya Sef’ edition. 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