Month: August 2026
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Four people detained following hate-motivated assault on ship crew
Three men and a woman have been arrested after three Filipino cargo ship crew members were assaulted in Avonmouth in a suspected hate crime.
August 2, 2026
Abia APC Senate hopeful disputes claims of candidature swap
Chief Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jnr has officially contested rumors of his removal as the APC senatorial candidate for Abia South, citing legal protections under the Electoral Act.
August 2, 2026
Why Affidavits and Newspaper Notices No Longer Legally Validate Name Changes in Nigeria
A landmark Supreme Court ruling has invalidated the use of simple affidavits and newspaper notices for legal name changes in Nigeria, mandating a formal Deed Poll process and upcoming digitization by the National Population Commission.
August 2, 2026
Josko Gvardiol discusses Enzo Maresca’s tactical approach following pre-season loss to Inter Milan
Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol has shared his thoughts on manager Enzo Maresca's tactical approach following a pre-season defeat to Inter Milan and discussed his recent five-year contract extension.
August 2, 2026
Ogun State Launches Lead Remediation Project in Ogijo
Ogun State has commenced a cleanup initiative in Ogijo to remove hazardous lead slag and implement bio-remediation following reports of contamination linked to battery processing facilities.
August 2, 2026
Judd Trump secures second Shanghai Masters title by defeating Kyren Wilson
World number one Judd Trump defeated Kyren Wilson 11-6 to capture his second Shanghai Masters title and the top prize of £210,000.
August 2, 2026
AFUSTA ASUU chapter threatens two-week warning strike against Kebbi government
The AFUSTA branch of ASUU has announced a two-week warning strike beginning July 31, citing unmet demands regarding the 2025 federal agreement and staff welfare.
August 2, 2026
Severe Flash Flooding Displaces Families Across Three Yobe Local Governments
Intense flash floods across Damaturu, Nguru, Machina, and Bursari have damaged homes and displaced residents, according to the Yobe State Emergency Management Agency.
August 2, 2026
Catholic Bishop Mourns 27 Victims in Southern Kaduna Massacre
Bishop Julius Yakubu Kundi of the Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan condemned the failure to protect 27 residents killed in a brutal attack on Naridon village.
August 2, 2026
Manchester City Face Premier League Title Warning Regarding Rodri Sale
Broadcaster Adam Catterall warns that Manchester City’s Premier League title hopes will collapse if they sell star midfielder Rodri this summer.
August 2, 2026