# osun state (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 13 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover osun state. Page: Feed: --- ## [NDLEA Arrests 101-Year-Old Woman, Seizes Cocaine Hidden in Fufu](https://www.okaynews.com/ndlea-arrests-101-year-old-woman-seizes-cocaine-hidden-in-fufu/) _2026-08-23 · Adamu Abubakar Isa · Latest News and Top Stories | Okay News_ ABUJA, Nigeria – Nigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 101-year-old woman for alleged cannabis dealing and intercepted cocaine concealed in edible cassava… Originally published on Okay News: https://www.okaynews.com/ndlea-arrests-101-year-old-woman-seizes-cocaine-hidden-in-fufu/ ## [Nigerian Army Disrupt Kidnappers’ Roadblock, Arrest Two Suspects in Benue](https://www.okaynews.com/nigerian-army-disrupt-kidnappers-roadblock-arrest-two-suspects-in-benue/) _2026-08-23 · Adamu Abubakar Isa · Latest News and Top Stories | Okay News_ MAKURDI, Nigeria – Nigerian troops have disrupted an alleged kidnappers’ roadblock in Benue State, killing one suspected bandit and arresting two suspected kidnappers in separate operations,… Originally published on Okay News: https://www.okaynews.com/nigerian-army-disrupt-kidnappers-roadblock-arrest-two-suspects-in-benue/ ## [Fake Agency Bombshell: Nwabueze Fires Back At ICPC With 2010 SGF Letter, 2025 Appointment](https://thewillnews.com/fake-agency-bombshell-nwabueze-fires-back-at-icpc-with-2010-sgf-letter-2025-appointment/) _2026-08-23 · Felix Ifijeh, THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ The National Coordinator and Executive Director of the National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office, George Buchi Nwabueze, has launched a strong defence of the controversial outfit, dismissing the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission’s (ICPC) description of it as a “fake agency”. The post Fake Agency Bombshell: Nwabueze Fires Back At ICPC… ## [Single Opposition Presidential Candidate Discussion Collapses As Atiku, Peter Obi Insist on Separate Contest](https://newsweekng.com/single-opposition-presidential-candidate-discussion-collapses-as-atiku-peter-obi-insist-on-separate-contest/) _2026-08-23 · Jake Clifford · News Week Nigeria_ Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi have rejected the argument that opposition parties must produce a single presidential candidate if they hope to defeat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election. Their positions have created another challenge for efforts to forge a \[…\] ## [‘Fake’ Made in Nigeria Agency Boss Fights Back Allegation, Shares Appointment Letter](https://www.naijametro.com.ng/2026/08/fake-made-in-nigeria-agency-boss-fights.html) _2026-08-23 · Kehinde Ayanboade · Naija Metro_ The National Coordinator and Executive Director of the National Brands Development and Made-in-Nigeria Special Project Office , George Buchi Nwabueze , has challenged the allegation by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission that he headed a fictitious Federal Government agency . ADVERTISE HERE: Naijiriametro@gmail.com Nwabueze, who spoke with journalists on… ## [Osun 2026: Roles Played By Advertising, Signage In Governor Adeleke’s Re-election](https://newsbulletin.com.ng/2026/08/osun-2026-roles-played-by-advertising-signage-in-governor-adelekes-re-election/) _2026-08-23 · JAAT · News Bulletin Nigeria_ By Muyiwa Olufajo After months of politicking, intense pressure and rigorous campaign, the people of The post Osun 2026: Roles Played By Advertising, Signage In Governor Adeleke’s Re-election appeared first on News Bulletin Nigeria . ## [FG to Flag Off Ibadan-Ijebu Ode Road Dualisation Monday, Olubadan Reacts](https://www.naijametro.com.ng/2026/08/fg-to-flag-off-ibadan-ijebu-ode-road.html) _2026-08-23 · Kehinde Ayanboade · Naija Metro_ The Federal Government is set to flag off the dualisation of the Ibadan-Ijebu Ode Road on Monday, August 24, 2026, in a major step towards improving road infrastructure and enhancing connectivity between Oyo and Ogun States. ADVERTISE HERE: Naijiriametro@gmail.com The flag-off ceremony, organised by the Federal Ministry of Works , is scheduled to take place at the Open Field of Legacy Estate,… ## [Boko Haram, ISWAP Clash In Sambisa Forest](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/23/boko-haram-iswap-clash-in-sambisa-forest/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=boko-haram-iswap-clash-in-sambisa-forest) _2026-08-23 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ A fresh clash between rival Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) factions has been reported in parts of Sambisa Forest in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. The confrontation reportedly left several fighters dead as the two terrorist groups battled for influence and control in the area. Counter-terrorism expert, \[…\] ## [Chinese Humanoid Cracks Usain Bolt’s 100m Benchmark in 9.39 Seconds](https://thewillnews.com/chinese-humanoid-cracks-usain-bolts-100m-benchmark-in-9-39-seconds/) _2026-08-23 · Joy Onuorah, THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ For 17 years, Usain Bolt’s 9.58-second run at the 2009 Berlin World Athletics Championships has defined the outer limits of human sprinting. In Beijing on Saturday, a machine covered the same distance faster and finished the 100 metres in 9.39 seconds. The post Chinese Humanoid Cracks Usain Bolt’s 100m Benchmark in 9.39 Seconds appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA . ## [Olabiyi-Agoro Emerges New PENGASSAN President, Succeeds Osifo](https://newsbulletin.com.ng/2026/08/olabiyi-agoro-emerges-new-pengassan-president-succeeds-osifo/) _2026-08-23 · Adesina Quadri Ademola · News Bulletin Nigeria_ Bosun Olabiyi-Agoro has been elected National President of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff The post Olabiyi-Agoro Emerges New PENGASSAN President, Succeeds Osifo appeared first on News Bulletin Nigeria . ## [AI Summaries & Audio Briefings (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/vo8NOsvsd0il) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Read AI summaries and listen to concise audio briefings for the latest stories. ## [2027: INEC Announces November Mock Accreditation](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/23/2027-inec-announces-november-mock-accreditation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-inec-announces-november-mock-accreditation) _2026-08-23 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has described the August 15 Osun State governorship election as a benchmark for its preparations for the 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed this in Abuja while receiving separate delegations from the Canadian High Commission and Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS). Amupitan said 3,556 of \[…\] ## [Umahi’s 28-Year-Old Son Wins Ebonyi LG Chairmanship, Vows To Forgo Salary](https://newsbulletin.com.ng/2026/08/umahis-28-year-old-son-wins-ebonyi-lg-chairmanship-vows-to-forgo-salary/) _2026-08-23 · Adesina Quadri Ademola · News Bulletin Nigeria_ Osborn Nweze Umahi, the 28-year-old son of Works Minister David Umahi, has been elected chairman The post Umahi’s 28-Year-Old Son Wins Ebonyi LG Chairmanship, Vows To Forgo Salary appeared first on News Bulletin Nigeria . ## [Troops Raid IPOB/ESN Hideouts In Anambra](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/23/troops-raid-ipob-esn-hideouts-in-anambra/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=troops-raid-ipob-esn-hideouts-in-anambra) _2026-08-23 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ Troops of Operation UDO KA have dismantled suspected strongholds of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State. The operation, conducted on Saturday, August 22, involved troops working with the Maritime Component, Department of State Services (DSS) and the \[…\] ## [2027: APC Chairman Meets City Boys Movement, Rallies Support For Tinubu’s Re-Election](https://newsbulletin.com.ng/2026/08/2027-apc-chairman-meets-city-boys-movement-rallies-support-for-tinubus-re-election/) _2026-08-23 · Adesina Quadri Ademola · News Bulletin Nigeria_ The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has met with The post 2027: APC Chairman Meets City Boys Movement, Rallies Support For Tinubu’s Re-Election appeared first on News Bulletin Nigeria . ## [2027: Dino Melaye Heads To Court Over NRS Boss’s Campaign Appointment](https://newsbulletin.com.ng/2026/08/2027-dino-melaye-heads-to-court-over-nrs-bosss-campaign-appointment/) _2026-08-23 · Adesina Quadri Ademola · News Bulletin Nigeria_ Former federal lawmaker, Senator Dino Melaye, has threatened legal action over the appointment of the The post 2027: Dino Melaye Heads To Court Over NRS Boss’s Campaign Appointment appeared first on News Bulletin Nigeria . ## [Mourinho Begins Real Madrid Return with Win Against Espanyol](https://thewillnews.com/mourinho-begins-real-madrid-return-with-win-against-espanyol/) _2026-08-23 · Olumide Atiba, THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ Jose Mourinho began his second spell as Real Madrid manager with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Espanyol after Carlos Espi scored a late winner at the RCDE Stadium. Madrid started strongly and took the lead after only nine minutes. Arda Guler's free-kick was met by Jude Bellingham, who rose above the Espanyol defence to head the ball into the net. The post Mourinho Begins Real Madrid Return with Win… ## [Atiku Urges FBI To Release Legally Disclosable Tinubu Records](https://newsbulletin.com.ng/2026/08/atiku-urges-fbi-to-release-legally-disclosable-tinubu-records/) _2026-08-23 · Adesina Quadri Ademola · News Bulletin Nigeria_ Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has urged the United States The post Atiku Urges FBI To Release Legally Disclosable Tinubu Records appeared first on News Bulletin Nigeria . ## [Mateta Takes Crystal Palace Contract Dispute to FIFA](https://thewillnews.com/mateta-takes-crystal-palace-contract-dispute-to-fifa/) _2026-08-23 · Olumide Atiba, THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ Jean-Philippe Mateta has reportedly taken his contract dispute with Crystal Palace to FIFA as uncertainty continues over his future at the club. The French striker is challenging the validity of the final year of his Palace contract, which was extended in December 2024 to keep him at Selhurst Park until 2027. The post Mateta Takes Crystal Palace Contract Dispute to FIFA appeared first on THEWILL… ## [17-Year-Old Girl Revealed as Victim in Sword Attack at Swedish School](https://www.okaynews.com/17-year-old-girl-revealed-as-victim-in-sword-attack-at-swedish-school/) _2026-08-23 · Adamu Abubakar Isa · Latest News and Top Stories | Okay News_ FAGERSTA, Sweden – A 17-year-old girl was killed and three other people injured after a sword attack at Brinell School in central Sweden, police said. Two… Originally published on Okay News: https://www.okaynews.com/17-year-old-girl-revealed-as-victim-in-sword-attack-at-swedish-school/ ## [Atiku Is Wrong, Bringing Back Fuel Subsidy Not The Answer – Murray-Bruce](https://www.naijanews.com/2026/08/23/atiku-fuel-subsidy-answer-murray-bruce/) _2026-08-23 · Justina Otio · Naija News_ Former Bayelsa Senator, Ben Murray-Bruce, has dismissed the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar’s plan to return fuel subsidy if he is... The post Atiku Is Wrong, Bringing Back Fuel Subsidy Not The Answer – Murray-Bruce appeared first on Naija News . ## [Crush Every Threat in Real Time (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/2vjO7iHuQ0RT) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ One agent for real-time detection, exposure tracking, and active defense. ## [Umahi’s Son Wins Ebonyi Council Chairmanship](https://www.naijanews.com/2026/08/23/umahis-son-wins/) _2026-08-23 · Enioluwa Adeniyi · Naija News_ Osborn Nweze Umahi, the 28-year-old son of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, has emerged as the Chairman of Ohaozara Local Government Area of... The post Umahi’s Son Wins Ebonyi Council Chairmanship appeared first on Naija News . ## [2027: Politicians Already Using Fake News As Weapon – Media Expert](https://www.naijanews.com/2026/08/23/2027-politicians-already-using-fake-news/) _2026-08-23 · Doris Ijeoma Israel · Naija News_ As Nigeria moves towards the 2027 general election, the battle for votes is already playing out beyond rallies, television and campaign posters. Social media,... The post 2027: Politicians Already Using Fake News As Weapon – Media Expert appeared first on Naija News . ## [‘Do Not Protect The Truth’ – Atiku Tells FBI To Release Tinubu’s Records](https://www.naijanews.com/2026/08/23/do-not-protect-the-truth-atiku/) _2026-08-23 · Doris Ijeoma Israel · Naija News_ Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has called on the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to release records concerning President Bola Tinubu that... The post ‘Do Not Protect The Truth’ – Atiku Tells FBI To Release Tinubu’s Records appeared first on Naija News . ## [2027: Atiku, Peter Obi Rejects Single-Candidate Plan](https://www.naijanews.com/2026/08/23/2027-atiku-peter-obi-rejects-single-candidate-plan/) _2026-08-23 · Enioluwa Adeniyi · Naija News_ The camps of the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar and the candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter... The post 2027: Atiku, Peter Obi Rejects Single-Candidate Plan appeared first on Naija News . ## [Waterways clean-up: LASWA seeks collective action as NIWA, Part Central launch initiative](https://nationupdate.com.ng/waterways-clean-up-laswa-seeks-collective-action-as-niwa-part-central-launch-initiative/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=waterways-clean-up-laswa-seeks-collective-action-as-niwa-part-central-launch-initiative) _2026-08-23 · Ugochukwu Ezurike · Nation Update_ By Ezurike Ugochukwu The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has called for collective action by government agencies, waterfront owners, boat operators, dredgers, communities and other stakeholders to support the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA)-Part Central initiative to rid Nigeria’s waterways of pollution. The call came as NIWA and Part Central Limited formally launched a… ## [‘The Office Was Shut Months Ago’ – OSGF Staff Member Speaks On Fake Federal Agency](https://www.naijanews.com/2026/08/23/the-office-shut-osgf-staff-member/) _2026-08-23 · Enioluwa Adeniyi · Naija News_ A staff member of the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) has disclosed that the National Brands Development and... The post ‘The Office Was Shut Months Ago’ – OSGF Staff Member Speaks On Fake Federal Agency appeared first on Naija News . ## [‘Made-In-Nigeria Office Not Fake’ – Nwabueze Hits ICPC](https://www.naijanews.com/2026/08/23/nwabueze-hits-icpc/) _2026-08-23 · Enioluwa Adeniyi · Naija News_ The National Coordinator and Executive Director of the National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office, George Nwabueze, has rejected allegations that... The post ‘Made-In-Nigeria Office Not Fake’ – Nwabueze Hits ICPC appeared first on Naija News . ## [Anambra Govt Speaks On Involvement With Fake Federal Agency](https://www.naijanews.com/2026/08/23/anambra-govt-speaks-on-involvement-with-fake-federal-agency/) _2026-08-23 · Enioluwa Adeniyi · Naija News_ The Secretary to the Anambra State Government, Mrs Chiamaka Nnake, has explained how she became involved with the purported Made-in-Nigeria agency recently identified by... The post Anambra Govt Speaks On Involvement With Fake Federal Agency appeared first on Naija News . ## [‘You Told Me You’d Die’ – Baba Suwe’s Daughter](https://www.naijanews.com/2026/08/23/youd-die-baba-suwes-daughter/) _2026-08-23 · Enioluwa Adeniyi · Naija News_ Halimat Omidina, daughter of the late Yoruba actor, Babatunde Omidina, popularly known as Baba Suwe, has opened up about the final moments she spent... The post ‘You Told Me You’d Die’ – Baba Suwe’s Daughter appeared first on Naija News . ## [Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate Today, August 23rd, 2026](https://www.naijanews.com/2026/08/23/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-august-23rd-2026/) _2026-08-23 · George Oshogwe Ogbolu · Naija News_ What is the Dollar to Naira Exchange rate at the black market also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? See the black market... The post Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate Today, August 23rd, 2026 appeared first on Naija News . ## [CLI-first decentralized compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/gDG71v5xYYEV) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Run and pay spare GPUs from the CLI — transcode, coinpay (DID+escrow), infernet (AI). ## [Dangote deploys AI-driven monitoring to track truck drivers, prevent accidents](https://nationupdate.com.ng/dangote-deploys-ai-driven-monitoring-to-track-truck-drivers-prevent-accidents/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dangote-deploys-ai-driven-monitoring-to-track-truck-drivers-prevent-accidents) _2026-08-23 · Ugochukwu Ezurike · Nation Update_ By Ezurike Ugochukwu Dangote Transport has strengthened its road safety measures with the deployment of a real-time Driver Monitoring Control Room designed to track driver behaviour and respond promptly to potential safety risks across its nationwide fleet. The facility, located at the company’s operational base in Ibese, Ogun State, enables transport managers to \[…\] The post Dangote deploys… ## [Ihima tragedy: Kogi Govt probes deaths of four family members](https://nationupdate.com.ng/ihima-tragedy-kogi-govt-probes-deaths-of-four-family-members/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ihima-tragedy-kogi-govt-probes-deaths-of-four-family-members) _2026-08-23 · Ugochukwu Ezurike · Nation Update_ By Florence Kalu The Kogi State Government has ordered an immediate investigation into the deaths of four members of the same family in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area, following reports that the victims had consumed a local delicacy identified as Amala. The directive was issued by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, who ordered the \[…\] The post Ihima tragedy: Kogi Govt probes deaths of four family… ## [₦15.8tn Saved, ₦11.9tn Borrowed: Where Did Nigeria’s Subsidy Dividend Go?](https://thewillnews.com/%e2%82%a615-8tn-saved-%e2%82%a611-9tn-borrowed-where-did-nigerias-subsidy-dividend-go/) _2026-08-22 · Sam Diala, THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ When the federal government announced last week that removal of petrol subsidy had generated an estimated ₦15.8 trillion in savings between June 2023 and December 2025, the figure was presented as further evidence that Nigeria's painful economic reforms were working. It is, unquestionably, a significantly large number. The post ₦15.8tn Saved, ₦11.9tn Borrowed: Where Did Nigeria’s Subsidy Dividend… ## [A Poor Pre-election Verdict Ahead of 2027 Poll](https://thewillnews.com/a-poor-pre-election-verdict-ahead-of-2027-poll/) _2026-08-22 · Felix Ifijeh, THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ According to the delegation, co-led by IRI President Daniel Twining and Ambassador Jendayi Frazer, a board member of the National Endowment for Democracy, NED, and former Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Nigeria retains important foundations for democratic competition, including an established electoral institution and a multi-party system but political consolidation by the… ## [CBN’s 20% OMO Yield: A New Benchmark for Fixed-Income Investors?](https://thewillnews.com/cbns-20-omo-yield-a-new-benchmark-for-fixed-income-investors/) _2026-08-22 · Ogochukwu Onwaeze, THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ The Central Bank of Nigeria’s latest Open Market Operations (OMO) auction has pushed short-term fixed-income yields back into focus, with investors submitting N4.93 trillion in bids for securities worth just N600 billion. The post CBN’s 20% OMO Yield: A New Benchmark for Fixed-Income Investors? appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA . ## [THEWILL EDITORIAL: Need for Real Peace in Post-election Osun State](https://thewillnews.com/thewill-editorial-need-for-real-peace-in-post-election-osun-state/) _2026-08-22 · THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ The deliberate efforts by the major parties in the Osun governorship election to seek peace after the polls are commendable. The move directly contrasts with the post-election atmosphere of violence and inflammatory rhetoric used by politicians during the election. The post THEWILL EDITORIAL: Need for Real Peace in Post-election Osun State appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA . ## [Super Eagles Players to Watch in 2026/27](https://thewillnews.com/super-eagles-players-to-watch-in-2026-27/) _2026-08-22 · Olumide Atiba, THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ Nigerian internationals are spread across clubs with very different ambitions. Some are expected to fight for important league positions, others are looking to establish themselves as leaders, while one familiar face has taken on a fresh challenge with a newly promoted side. The post Super Eagles Players to Watch in 2026/27 appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA . ## [CBN, UBA, Others to Headline FICAN Conference Spotlighting Banking Recapitalisation, Tax Reform](https://thewillnews.com/cbn-uba-others-to-headline-fican-conference-spotlighting-banking-recapitalisation-tax-reform/) _2026-08-22 · THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ Nigeria’s top policymakers, financial regulators, banking executives, fintech innovators, economists and capital market operators will gather in Lagos on September 19 and 20, 2026, for the Finance Correspondents Association of Nigeria’s (FICAN) 36th Anniversary Annual Conference. The post CBN, UBA, Others to Headline FICAN Conference Spotlighting Banking Recapitalisation, Tax Reform appeared first… ## [Late Carlos Espi Strike Earns Real Madrid 2-1 Win Over Espanyol](https://www.okaynews.com/late-carlos-espi-strike-earns-real-madrid-2-1-win-over-espanyol/) _2026-08-22 · Adamu Abubakar Isa · Okay News_ BARCELONA, Spain – Real Madrid opened their 2026–27 Spanish La Liga campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over RCD Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium on Saturday… Originally published on Okay News: https://www.okaynews.com/late-carlos-espi-strike-earns-real-madrid-2-1-win-over-espanyol/ ## [2027 APC Campaign Council: Lalong, Keyamo, Yahaya Bello, Others Missing From Tinubu’s Team](https://thewillnews.com/2027-apc-campaign-council-lalong-keyamo-yahaya-bello-others-missing-from-tinubus-team/) _2026-08-22 · Felix Ifijeh, THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ The initial list unveiled on Saturday, contains 223 names. It is considerably smaller than the 422-member campaign council constituted by the APC for the 2023 presidential election and represents a substantial reorganisation of the party’s campaign machinery. The post 2027 APC Campaign Council: Lalong, Keyamo, Yahaya Bello, Others Missing From Tinubu’s Team appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA . ## [Brentford thrash Tottenham Hotspur 3-0 in Premier League opener](https://telegraph.ng/news/2026/08/22/brentford-thrash-tottenham-hotspur-3-0-in-premier-league-opener/) _2026-08-22 · Agence France-Presse · The Telegraph Nigeria_ Tottenham Hotspur’s lavish summer spending failed to translate into an instant revival as they suffered a humiliating 3-0 defeat at Brentford in their opening Premier League game of the season on Saturday. Tottenham have spent more than £200 million ($272 million) in an effort to strengthen a squad that narrowly avoided relegation to the Championship on the final day of last season. New manager… ## [Beatrice Akpala Controversy: Let Facts, Not Emotions, Decide the Igoli Incident](https://newsweekng.com/beatrice-akpala-controversy-let-facts-not-emotions-decide-the-igoli-incident/) _2026-08-22 · Jake Clifford · News Week Nigeria_ THE INCIDENT: WHAT ACTUALLY HAPPENED? The ongoing controversy surrounding Ms. Beatrice Akpala and the driver involved in the incident at Igoli, Ogoja, deserves a more balanced and factual conversation. From the account available to us, the vehicle belonging to Beatrice was properly parked when the driver drove directly into it, \[…\] ## [I would have declined APC campaign DG role, says Wike](https://telegraph.ng/news/2026/08/22/i-would-have-declined-apc-campaign-dg-role-says-wike/) _2026-08-22 · Joseph Chukwu · The Telegraph Nigeria_ Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said he would have turned down the position of director-general of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council had President Bola Tinubu offered it to him. Wike made the remarks on Saturday while inspecting ongoing projects in the nation’s capital, including the 13-kilometre Apo-Karshi Road and the 14-kilometre… ## [UNICROSS Students Shine at National Competition, Emerge Second with Safety Innovation](https://newsweekng.com/unicross-students-shine-at-national-competition-emerge-second-with-safety-innovation/) _2026-08-22 · Jake Clifford · News Week Nigeria_ Seven students of the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) have emerged second at the Enactus Nigeria National Competition and Julius Berger Innovation Challenge held at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. The students, drawn from the Departments of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering and Civil Engineering, represented \[…\] ## [Tottenham’s £237m Summer Spending Ends in Nightmare Start at Brentford](https://thewillnews.com/tottenhams-237m-summer-spending-ends-in-nightmare-start-at-brentford/) _2026-08-22 · Olumide Atiba, THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ Tottenham arrived at the Gtech Community Stadium with renewed optimism after spending £237m on new players during the summer in an attempt to put last season’s struggles behind them. Instead, Spurs were outplayed by a confident Brentford side that seized control early and punished their opponents’ defensive weaknesses. The post Tottenham’s £237m Summer Spending Ends in Nightmare Start at Brentford… ## [Iran War: 757 US Troops Wounded, 18 Killed as Trump’s $37.5bn War Bill Soars](https://thewillnews.com/iran-war-757-us-troops-wounded-18-killed-as-trumps-37-5bn-war-bill-soars/) _2026-08-22 · Felix Ifijeh, THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ The United States is paying an increasingly heavy price in blood and money for its war with Iran, with Pentagon figures showing that 757 American service members have been wounded and 18 killed since the conflict began. The latest figures, published in the Pentagon's Defense Casualty Analysis System, represent an addition of 60 wounded personnel to the previous tally and bring the total number of… ## [Empowerment and Human Capital Development: Why Hon. Olasumbo Florence Oyeyemi Is the Choice for 2027](https://newsbulletin.com.ng/2026/08/empowerment-and-human-capital-development-why-hon-olasumbo-florence-oyeyemi-is-the-choice-for-2027/) _2026-08-22 · JAAT · News Bulletin Nigeria_ Reflecting on the past achievements and public service track record of Hon. Olasumbo Florence Oyeyemi, The post Empowerment and Human Capital Development: Why Hon. Olasumbo Florence Oyeyemi Is the Choice for 2027 appeared first on News Bulletin Nigeria . ## [Leeds United Snatch Late Winner to Spoil Oliver Glasner’s Nottingham Forest Premier League Debut](https://thewillnews.com/leeds-united-snatch-late-winner-to-spoil-oliver-glasners-nottingham-forest-premier-league-debut/) _2026-08-22 · Olumide Atiba, THEWILL · THEWILL NEWS MEDIA_ Nottingham Forest's new era under Oliver Glasner began with disappointment as Leeds United secured a narrow victory through a late Anton Stach goal at the City Ground. The visitors appeared set to leave with a point after a closely fought Premier League opener, but Stach produced the decisive moment with only two minutes remaining to give Leeds a 1-0 win. The post Leeds United Snatch Late Winner… ## [2027: Why I Can’t Be A Member Of Tinubu Campaign Council — Wike](https://newsweekng.com/2027-why-i-cant-be-a-member-of-tinubu-campaign-council-wike/) _2026-08-22 · Jake Clifford · News Week Nigeria_ Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has explained why he cannot serve on the campaign council for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid. 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