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INEC Promises Better Elections in 2027 After Osun Poll
INEC pledges to build on Osun election gains, promising improved transparency, credibility and efficiency during 2027 polls.
Aug 20, 2026
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Presidency Blasts Atiku Over Promise to Restore Fuel Subsidy
Presidency accuses Atiku of hypocrisy and deceit, rejecting his pledge to restore fuel subsidy if elected.
Aug 20, 2026
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DSS Warns of Planned Terrorist, Bandit Attacks on Sokoto Tertiary Institutions
DSS alerts Sokoto authorities to planned terrorist and bandit attacks targeting tertiary institutions, students and staff across the state.
Aug 20, 2026
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Tinubu Approves Five-Year Security Threat Assessment, Defence Plan
Tinubu orders comprehensive national threat assessment and five-year defence plan to improve security coordination and resource deployment.
Aug 20, 2026
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Fuel Subsidy: Atiku a ‘Voodoo Economist’, Not a Leading Presidential Candidate — Wike
Wike dismisses Atiku’s 2027 ambition, accusing him of inconsistency over fuel subsidy and insisting Tinubu remains the frontrunner.
Aug 20, 2026
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2027 Why I Chose to Run With Obi, Kwankwaso
Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso has explained his decision to run alongside Peter Obi on the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) platform in the 2027 presidential election. He said the partnership is driven by a shared vision for accountable governance, economic opportunity, security, inclusiveness and institutional reform, rather than regional, religious or personal interests.
Aug 20, 2026
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NAPTIP Seals Illegal Maternity Facility in Rivers
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), working with the Rivers State Ministry of Health, has sealed a suspected illegal maternity facility in Elelenwo, Port Harcourt, allegedly operated by a child-trafficking syndicate. Three people, including the facility owner, an alleged facilitator and a staff member, were arrested after investigations linked the suspected transfer of three children to a ₦13.5 million transaction.
Aug 20, 2026
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FG Plans New Survey on Illicit Arms
The Federal Government has begun preparations for a new National Baseline Survey on illicit small arms and light weapons, about a decade after Nigeria conducted its first such survey in 2016. The exercise is expected to provide updated data on the proliferation and movement of illicit weapons and help shape stronger measures to tackle insecurity.
Aug 20, 2026
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FG to Begin 90,000km Fibre Rollout in October, Says Minister
The Federal Government will begin implementing its 90,000-kilometre nationwide fibre-optic network project in October, Communications Minister Bosun Tijani has announced. The project is designed to expand broadband connectivity across every state, local government area and ward, while funding has already been secured.
Aug 20, 2026
Sports
La Liga Barça Seal Cancelo Return to Bolster Defence
Barcelona have re-signed Portuguese full-back João Cancelo on a free transfer until June 2029. The 32-year-old returns for his third spell at the club after two previous loan spells, having terminated his contract with Saudi side Al Hilal by mutual consent. His versatility and attacking ability are expected to strengthen Hansi Flick’s defensive options.
Aug 20, 2026
Sports
NACA, WHO Warn Media Against HIV Misinformation, Stigma
The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) have urged journalists and social media influencers to avoid misinformation, sensational reporting and stigmatising content about HIV. NACA said accurate information about HIV prevention, including Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), is essential to helping Nigerians make informed health decisions and access prevention services.
Aug 20, 2026
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Why Man City Lost to Arsenal in Community Shield — Maresca
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca attributed Manchester City’s 3–0 Community Shield defeat to Arsenal to a lack of pre-season preparation and match fitness. He noted that four City starters had not played any minutes during pre-season, while all 11 Arsenal starters had featured before the match.
Aug 20, 2026