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WWE Legend Brock Lesnar Retires After SummerSlam Defeat To Nigeria’s Oba Femi
 WWE and UFC legend Brock Lesnar has announced his retirement from professional wrestling following his Hell in a Cell defeat to Nigeria’s Oba Femi at SummerSlam 2026. The 49-year-old made the announcement during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, confirming that the match, held in his home state of Minnesota, was the final bout […] 
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Davido's swift response goes viral after Israel DMW mentions location to find baddies
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UK home office can revoke british citizenship and this is how people can fight it
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2027: We’ll do whatever Tinubu wants us to do – Amaechi
 “Let the president continue to tell the public that he would win the election at all cost until we get to the field. 
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Wike Bans Keke, Okada From Abuja City Centre, Cites Security Concerns
 Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that commercial tricycles, popularly known as Keke NAPEP, and motorcycles (Okada) will not be permitted to operate within the Abuja city centre, citing growing security concerns. Speaking during his monthly media chat in Abuja on Tuesday, Wike said the activities of commercial tricycle and […] 
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Nigeria vs Egypt: Qualification status, kick-off time ahead of crucial WAFCON 2026 clash
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France announces conditions that may lead to loss of permanent residence, explains exceptions
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Trabzonspor Confirm Shock Move For Liverpool Legend Salah
 Turkish Süper Lig club Trabzonspor has officially confirmed it is in advanced negotiations to sign former Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah, dramatically hijacking the deal after cross-city rivals Beşiktaş walked away from talks. In a statement posted on its official X account, Trabzonspor announced the Egyptian international will arrive in Turkey today, with a scheduled landing […] 
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PFIPC Scandal: I Paid So-called DG N400m For A Contract, Says Private Firm MD
 A stunning revelation emerged on Tuesday at the ongoing investigation into the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council(PFIP) by the House of Representatives when the Managing Director of Divine Dopacy Nigeria Limited, Gbenga Collins, told lawmakers that he allegedly paid N400 million to the purported Director-General of the agency, Adeniyi Adeyemi, for a promised contract. […] 
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Sunday Dare Salutes Team Nigeria’s Glasgow Success, Applauds Tinubu, NSC For Sustaining Sporting Momentum
 Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development and Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, has congratulated Team Nigeria on its impressive performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, describing the achievement as further proof that the country’s sports development programme is yielding results. Dare said Team Nigeria’s […] 
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Freed Kebbi Judge May Be Discharged Today – Police
 The freed Kebbi High Court Judge, Justice Faruk Hassan Bunza, who was taken to an undisclosed hospital on Monday for treatment, is likely to be discharged today, police say. The judge was abducted in the early hours of Sunday, 26 July 2026, from his residence along Zogirma Road shortly after returning from a trip to […] 
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Messi’s wife Antonella shares unexpected reaction to Ronaldo fiancée’s post
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Defence Minister hails Tinubu on salary increase for armed forces personnel
 The Defence Minister said the structure of the salary review demonstrates the President’s commitment to prioritising the welfare of frontline troops and commitment to commitment to security sector reform. 
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PCVSN To Hold 6th Convocation, Investiture Of New Fellows
 The Postgraduate College of Veterinary Surgeons, Nigeria (PCVSN) has announced that its Sixth Convocation and Eighth Investiture Ceremony will take place on Thursday, 13 August 2026, at the I. A. Abdulkadir Auditorium, National Universities Commission, Abuja. The ceremony, scheduled for 10:00 a.m., will feature the induction of new Members and Fellows who have completed advanced […] 
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Jordan says Al-Aqsa status faces 'imminent' threat from Israel
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Nigeria Moves To Tax Crypto Transactions As Digital Asset Economy Comes Under New Scrutiny
 Nigeria is tightening its grip on the fast-growing cryptocurrency market, with new tax rules and proposals that could see the government take a direct cut from digital asset transactions — potentially even in crypto itself. The Nigeria Revenue Service has released fresh guidelines for taxing virtual assets, signalling a more structured approach to an industry […] 
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39 Killed, 37 Abducted, 19 Communities Displaced In Sokoto Bandit Attacks
 About 39 people have been killed, 37 abducted, while 19 communities have been displaced after bandits attacked Sokoto State, residents say. Residents of Sabon Birni on Tuesday lamented repeated bandit attacks in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State, accusing the Federal Government and northern political leaders of failing to prioritise the protection of […] 
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Police Probe AIG Jimoh Moshood Over Activist VDM’s Allegations
 The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 2, Lagos, AIG Moshood Jimoh, is being questioned over allegations raised by social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). The development was disclosed in a statement issued  by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani […] 
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Osun 2026: Accord, APC in last dance for Abere Government House
 Adeolu Adeyemo, in this piece, examines the scenarios building up around the off-season governorship election in Osun State, which will hold on August 15, 2026, and submits that the much-talked-about election would shape the political future of the state in no small ways
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We’ve Empowered 40,000 Lagos Residents With Business Tools, Says Sanwo-Olu
 The Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday said his administration had empowered about 40,000 residents with business tools to boost small and medium-scale businesses in the State over the past seven years. He said the Lagos State Government empowered residents with business equipment under the Micro Enterprise Support Initiative (MESI) Empowerment Programme, in […] 
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Dongshal tasks Taraba police personnel on professionalism, lawful use of force
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ICYMI: How Muhammad Ali, my boxing coach taught me valuable life lessons — Adeboye
 General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has revealed how lessons from 
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Nigeria vs Egypt: Super Falcons face make-or-break WAFCON 2026 clash
 Nigeria would be hoping to qualify for the knockouts of the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON, when they play Egypt on Wednesday. The Super Falcons came into the tournament as defending champions. However, Justine Madugu’s ladies lost 3-2 to Malawi in their Group C opener, before beating Zambia 1-0. This leaves the group wide […]
Nigeria vs Egypt: Super Falcons face make-or-break WAFCON 2026 clash 
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Immigration Dismantles Transnational Organised Crime Syndicate, Arrests Leader, 11 Others
 The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has dismantled a fraudulent network marketing ring linked to the QNET/IGNITE group, arresting 12 suspects, including the alleged syndicate leader and rescuing two victims in coordinated operations across Lagos State. In a statement issued yesterday, the NIS public relations officer, DCI A.S. Akinlabi, said the breakthrough followed actionable intelligence on […] 
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2 Nigerian governors who threatened repeat of political violence in their states
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See list of 3 Nigerians set to lose American citizenship over crimes
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Okocha denies biting Portable, says singer should accept defeat
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ASSBIFI–NSITF Unit Elects New Leaders
 Association of Senior Staff of Banks, Insurance and Financial Institutions (ASSBIFI), Nigerian Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) Unit, has elected new executives to fill vacant leadership positions. The members expressed optimism that the new team will strengthen workers’ representation and staff welfare. The election, conducted in a peaceful and transparent manner, produced five new officials […] 
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Lungi, Mogadishu, NAF Valley Dominate As CDS Barracks Youth Championship Intensifies
 Lungi Barracks, Mogadishu Cantonment and NAF Valley emerged as the standout performers on Day Two of the 2026 CDS Abuja Military Barracks Youth Sports Championship, recording impressive victories across football, volleyball and basketball at the Aguiyi Ironsi Sports Complex, Asokoro, Abuja. In the men’s football event, Lungi Barracks underlined their title credentials with two emphatic […] 
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Osun 2026: Tension deepens as APC, Adeleke campaign councils trade words 
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Jigawa approves ₦3.5bn loan for 2027 Hajj pilgrims
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Psquare family feud: Jude Okoye's wife Ify takes action on Instagram amid heat
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2 Killed, Homes Destroyed As Flood Ravages Yobe Communities
 Two people have lost their lives while scores of families have been displaced by a heavy rainfall that triggered flooding across parts of Damaturu, the Yobe State capital. The downpour on Sunday affected several communities, including Malari, Pompomari, and surrounding areas, destroying houses and forcing many residents to flee. The Yobe State Emergency Management Agency […] 
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$52.5bn reserves show economy improving — Cardoso
 The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says the recent stability in the foreign exchange market, rising external reserves, and
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Infantino calls emergency FIFA meeting as pressure mounts
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Yobe Assembly Seeks FG, Stakeholders’ Help For Flood Victims
 Yobe State House of Assembly has appealed to the federal government, wealthy individuals, and donor agencies to provide relief assistance to victims of the recent flood disaster in the Damaturu local government area. The call followed a motion of urgent public importance moved by the member representing Damaturu II Constituency, Alhaji Buba Ibrahim Kalallawa, during […] 
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