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  "edition": "Nigeria",
  "country": "NG",
  "self": "https://urgent.news/api/geo/NG.json",
  "generated": "2026-08-12T21:31:51.618Z",
  "count": 50,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original.",
  "stories": [
    {
      "id": 699459,
      "title": "CSOs urge FG to publish MoU on $2.5bn JBS livestock deal",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/csos-urge-fg-to-publish-mou-on-2-5bn-jbs-livestock-deal",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T21:08:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/csos-urge-fg-to-publish-mou-on-2-5bn-jbs-livestock-deal/"
      },
      "summary": "Civil society organisations demand the Federal Government publish the JBS Nigeria $2.5bn livestock deal MoU for public scrutiny, citing environmental and s Read More: https://punchng.com/csos-urge-fg-to-publish-mou-on-2-5bn-jbs-livestock-deal/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
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    },
    {
      "id": 699452,
      "title": "EFCC probe forces 24 oil firms to pay N115bn, $84m NDDC levies",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/efcc-probe-forces-24-oil-firms-to-pay-n115bn-84m-nddc-levies",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T21:08:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/efcc-probe-forces-24-oil-firms-to-pay-n115bn-84m-nddc-levies/"
      },
      "summary": "The EFCC has recovered N115bn and $84m in outstanding NDDC levies from 24 oil firms after a probe into NEITI audit queries. Learn more about the EFCC’s int Read More: https://punchng.com/efcc-probe-forces-24-oil-firms-to-pay-n115bn-84m-nddc-levies/",
      "outlets": 2,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699451,
      "title": "Nigeria-India trade hits $9bn, up 26% in one year – Envoy",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/nigeria-india-trade-hits-9bn-up-26-in-one-year-envoy",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T21:08:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/nigeria-india-trade-hits-9bn-up-26-in-one-year-envoy/"
      },
      "summary": "Bilateral trade between Nigeria and India surged to $9bn in 2025-26, a 26% increase. Discover how this growing Nigeria India trade partnership impacts jobs Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-india-trade-hits-9bn-up-26-in-one-year-envoy/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699356,
      "title": "31 Artillery Brigade Commander orders troops to stay alert at Niger Power Plant",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/31-artillery-brigade-commander-orders-troops-to-stay-alert-at-niger",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T21:07:22.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/12/31-artillery-brigade-commander-orders-troops-to-stay-alert-at-niger-power-plant/"
      },
      "summary": "The Commander, 31 Artillery Brigade, Brigadier General Kabir Rabiu, has ordered troops deployed at the Zungeru Hydroelectric Power Plant to remain vigilant and avoid distractions that could compromise security at the critical national infrastructure. Rabiu gave the directive during an inspection of troops at the Zungeru Hydroelectric Power Plant, ZHPP, and Zungeru Cemetery on Monday […] 31…",
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      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
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    },
    {
      "id": 699376,
      "title": "WORLD IN BRIEF: Spotify to Label AI Artists, Iraq Sets US-led Coalition Exit, 16 Ohio Inmates Hurt by Lightning and other stories",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/world-in-brief-spotify-to-label-ai-artists-iraq-sets-us-led-coalition",
      "topic": "ai",
      "section": "AI",
      "published": "2026-08-12T21:05:04.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "BusinessDay Nigeria",
        "url": "https://businessday.ng/news/article/world-in-brief-spotify-to-label-ai-artists-iraq-sets-us-led-coalition-exit-16-ohio-inmates-hurt-by-lightning-and-other-stories/"
      },
      "summary": "Russia’s Novorossiysk port hit in major Ukrainian attack A large Ukrainian drone and missile strike on Russia’s Black Sea port read more WORLD IN BRIEF: Spotify to Label AI Artists, Iraq Sets US-led Coalition Exit, 16 Ohio Inmates Hurt by Lightning and other stories",
      "outlets": 1,
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      "original_language": null,
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    },
    {
      "id": 699357,
      "title": "Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 12, 2026: Nigerian Naira bounces back, appreciates against US currency",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-august-12-2026-nigerian-naira",
      "topic": "finance",
      "section": "Finance & Markets",
      "published": "2026-08-12T21:02:50.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/12/dollar-to-naira-exchange-rate-today-august-12-2026-nigerian-naira-bounces-back-appreciates-against-us-currency/"
      },
      "summary": "The Naira bounced back against the United States dollar at the official foreign exchange market, appreciating on Wednesday. Central Bank of Nigeria data showed that the Naira strengthened on Wednesday to N1,360.58 against the dollar, up from N1,364.89 exchanged on Tuesday. This means that, on a day-to-day basis, the Naira firmed up by N4.31 against […] Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August…",
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      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
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    },
    {
      "id": 699358,
      "title": "NPFL: Rangers, Rivers United, El-Kanemi, 3SC clash in pre-season tournament",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/npfl-rangers-rivers-united-el-kanemi-3sc-clash-in-pre-season",
      "topic": "culture",
      "section": "Culture",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:54:20.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/12/npfl-rangers-rivers-united-el-kanemi-3sc-clash-in-pre-season-tournament/"
      },
      "summary": "Nigeria representatives at the 2026-27 CAF club competitions will clash in a pre-season tournament in Jos, Plateau State. The pre-season tournament is scheduled to run from Monday, August 17th to Sunday August 24th. The tournament is organized to get all the teams ready for the continental competitions. NPFL side, Plateau United and Nigeria National League, […] NPFL: Rangers, Rivers United,…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
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    },
    {
      "id": 699377,
      "title": "West Africa risks missing out on $3trn energy market over market fragmentation — Yahyah",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/west-africa-risks-missing-out-on-3trn-energy-market-over-market",
      "topic": "finance",
      "section": "Finance & Markets",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:52:38.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "BusinessDay Nigeria",
        "url": "https://businessday.ng/energy/oilandgas/article/west-africa-risks-missing-out-on-3trn-energy-market-over-market-fragmentation-yahyah/"
      },
      "summary": "West Africa could unlock a cumulative $3 trillion energy market by 2035, but only if its 16 nations abandon fragmented read more West Africa risks missing out on $3trn energy market over market fragmentation — Yahyah",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 698030,
      "title": "VIDEO: Davido offers $1m for hit-song battle, says he has most hits",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/video-davido-offers-1m-for-hit-song-battle-says-he-has-most-hits",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:50:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/video-davido-offers-1m-for-hit-song-battle-says-he-has-most-hits/"
      },
      "summary": "Afrobeats star Davido challenges artists to a $1m hit-song battle, boasting he has the most hits. Read reactions to Davido’s bold claim. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-davido-offers-1m-for-hit-song-battle-says-he-has-most-hits/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 698029,
      "title": "Cultists shoot 100-level student as Rivers varsity suspends SUG week",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/cultists-shoot-100-level-student-as-rivers-varsity-suspends-sug-week",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:50:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/cultists-shoot-100-level-student-as-rivers-varsity-suspends-sug-week/"
      },
      "summary": "A 100-level student was shot by suspected cultists at Ignatius Ajuru University, Rivers State, leading to the suspension of SUG Week. com/cultists-shoot-100-level-student-as-rivers-varsity-suspends-sug-week/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 698028,
      "title": "Police arrest four suspected armed robbers, cultists in Lagos",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/police-arrest-four-suspected-armed-robbers-cultists-in-lagos",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:50:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/police-arrest-four-suspected-armed-robbers-cultists-in-lagos/"
      },
      "summary": "Lagos State Police Command arrests four suspected armed robbers and cultists in Ajah, recovering weapons and linking them to recent crimes. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-four-suspected-armed-robbers-cultists-in-lagos/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 698027,
      "title": "Hit-and-run driver kills two in Enugu",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/hit-and-run-driver-kills-two-in-enugu",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:50:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/hit-and-run-driver-kills-two-in-enugu/"
      },
      "summary": "Police in Enugu State are investigating a hit-and-run incident at Airport Corner, Emene, where a speeding driver killed two men. Read More: https://punchng.com/hit-and-run-driver-kills-two-in-enugu/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 698026,
      "title": "CSOs demand access to $2.5bn JBS MoU, warn FG against oil sector mistakes",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/csos-demand-access-to-2-5bn-jbs-mou-warn-fg-against-oil-sector",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:50:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/csos-demand-access-to-2-5bn-jbs-mou-warn-fg-against-oil-sector-mistakes/"
      },
      "summary": "Civil society organisations urge the Nigerian Federal Government to release the JBS Nigeria $2.5bn MoU for public scrutiny, warning against repeating past Read More: https://punchng.com/csos-demand-access-to-2-5bn-jbs-mou-warn-fg-against-oil-sector-mistakes/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 698025,
      "title": "Osun poll: Lawyer seeks UK sanctions against senator over incitement",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/osun-poll-lawyer-seeks-uk-sanctions-against-senator-over-incitement",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:50:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/osun-poll-lawyer-seeks-uk-sanctions-against-senator-over-incitement/"
      },
      "summary": "A lawyer urges the UK to sanction Senator Fadahunsi and his family for alleged incitement against Accord Party members ahead of the Osun election. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-lawyer-seeks-uk-sanctions-against-senator-over-incitement/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 698024,
      "title": "NYSC DG hails Abia camp renovation, seeks more govt support",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/nysc-dg-hails-abia-camp-renovation-seeks-more-govt-support",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:50:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/nysc-dg-hails-abia-camp-renovation-seeks-more-govt-support/"
      },
      "summary": "The NYSC DG praises the renovated Abia orientation camp, highlighting corps members’ contributions and seeking further government support for the scheme’s Read More: https://punchng.com/nysc-dg-hails-abia-camp-renovation-seeks-more-govt-support/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 698023,
      "title": "Northern senators seek permanent solution to Niger flooding",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/northern-senators-seek-permanent-solution-to-niger-flooding",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:50:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/northern-senators-seek-permanent-solution-to-niger-flooding/"
      },
      "summary": "Northern senators urge Federal and Niger State governments to adopt a permanent solution to recurring Niger flooding in Shiroro LGA, calling for a master p Read More: https://punchng.com/northern-senators-seek-permanent-solution-to-niger-flooding/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699378,
      "title": "Media dialogue: NPC lists poor network connectivity as challenge to speedy e-birth registration",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/media-dialogue-npc-lists-poor-network-connectivity-as-challenge-to",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:48:18.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "BusinessDay Nigeria",
        "url": "https://businessday.ng/news/article/media-dialogue-npc-lists-poor-network-connectivity-as-challenge-to-speedy-e-birth-registration/"
      },
      "summary": "As Southwest states and Edo State grapple with an estimated 3.5 million children without birth certificates, the National Population Commission read more Media dialogue: NPC lists poor network connectivity as challenge to speedy e-birth registration",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699379,
      "title": "NCC, Tax Ombudsman move to tackle multiple taxation in telecoms sector",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/ncc-tax-ombudsman-move-to-tackle-multiple-taxation-in-telecoms-sector",
      "topic": "business",
      "section": "Business",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:45:40.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "BusinessDay Nigeria",
        "url": "https://businessday.ng/technology/article/ncc-tax-ombudsman-move-to-tackle-multiple-taxation-in-telecoms-sector/"
      },
      "summary": "The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is seeking deeper collaboration with the Office of the Tax Ombudsman to address multiple taxation read more NCC, Tax Ombudsman move to tackle multiple taxation in telecoms sector",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699360,
      "title": "Tragedy as two youths drown inside underground sewage during evacuation in Aba",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/tragedy-as-two-youths-drown-inside-underground-sewage-during",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:43:42.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/12/tragedy-as-two-youths-drown-inside-underground-sewage-during-evacuation-in-aba/"
      },
      "summary": "Two young men who were contracted by tenants of a three-storey building in Aba, Abia State to evacuate their sewage have died inside the pit, leading to the arrest of some of the tenants by the Police. The incident happened on Sunday night at No.10 Powerline off Omuna Road at midnight. It was gathered that […] Tragedy as two youths drown inside underground sewage during evacuation in Aba",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699361,
      "title": "CBN announces removal of restrictions on Discount Window access for FX, OMO",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/cbn-announces-removal-of-restrictions-on-discount-window-access-for",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:38:37.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/12/cbn-announces-removal-of-restrictions-on-discount-window-access-for-fx-omo/"
      },
      "summary": "The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN has reviewed its Discount Window restrictions and the framework governing participation in Open Market Operations, OMO. This was disclosed in a circular signed by the apex bank’s Acting Director of the Financial Markets Department, Okey Umeano, on Wednesday. With the latest review, the CBN said the existing restriction on participation […] CBN announces removal of…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 698032,
      "title": "NSCDC arrests 16 suspects over vandalism, cattle rustling in Gombe",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/nscdc-arrests-16-suspects-over-vandalism-cattle-rustling-in-gombe",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:38:17.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/nscdc-arrests-16-suspects-over-vandalism-cattle-rustling-in-gombe/"
      },
      "summary": "The NSCDC Gombe Command has arrested 16 suspects for various crimes including rape, vandalism, theft, forgery, impersonation, and cattle rustling. Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-arrests-16-suspects-over-vandalism-cattle-rustling-in-gombe/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 698033,
      "title": "JUST IN: Xavi appointed Netherlands manager – Reports",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/just-in-xavi-appointed-netherlands-manager-reports",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:33:49.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/just-in-xavi-appointed-netherlands-manager-reports/"
      },
      "summary": "Former Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández has reportedly signed an agreement to become the new Netherlands national team manager. Get the details on Xavi’s new Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-xavi-appointed-netherlands-manager-reports/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699363,
      "title": "2027: ADC’s Kpautagi unveils Bosso as running mate, rejects propaganda campaign in Niger",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/2027-adcs-kpautagi-unveils-bosso-as-running-mate-rejects-propaganda",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:32:33.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/12/2027-adcs-kpautagi-unveils-bosso-as-running-mate-rejects-propaganda-campaign-in-niger/"
      },
      "summary": "The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Niger State, Dr Mohammed Kpautagi, has unveiled former Commissioner of Works, Mamman Musa Bosso, as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election, declaring that the party will run an issue-based campaign focused on solutions rather than propaganda, intimidation and hatred. Kpautagi made the declaration […] 2027: ADC’s…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 698035,
      "title": "Evening recap: NDPC probes UNILAG, Lotus Bank, police invite Fadahunsi, Jingir maintains Muslim-Muslim ticket stance, other top stories",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/evening-recap-ndpc-probes-unilag-lotus-bank-police-invite-fadahunsi-698035",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:31:28.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/evening-recap-ndpc-probes-unilag-lotus-bank-police-invite-fadahunsi-jingir-maintains-muslim-muslim-ticket-stance-other-top-stories/"
      },
      "summary": "Stay informed with our Nigeria news recap. Get updates on NDPC’s probe into UNILAG data breaches, police inviting Osun senator Fadahunsi, and other top sto Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-ndpc-probes-unilag-lotus-bank-police-invite-fadahunsi-jingir-maintains-muslim-muslim-ticket-stance-other-top-stories/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699137,
      "title": "Ebonyi Assembly passes bill regulating scrap trade, rents, agent fees.",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/ebonyi-assembly-passes-bill-regulating-scrap-trade-rents-agent-fees",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:29:01.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Premium Times",
        "url": "https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/902467-ebonyi-assembly-passes-bill-regulating-scrap-trade-rents-agent-fees.html"
      },
      "summary": "The bill prohibits the purchase, sale, possession for sale, transportation or disposal of metal or electrical scraps except by licensed dealers operating in accordance with regulations made under the law. The post Ebonyi Assembly passes bill regulating scrap trade, rents, agent fees. appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699365,
      "title": "Gov Nwifuru warns Ebonyi youths against political violence",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/gov-nwifuru-warns-ebonyi-youths-against-political-violence",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:25:24.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/12/gov-nwifuru-warns-ebonyi-youths-against-political-violence/"
      },
      "summary": "Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has warned youths against allowing themselves to be used as instruments of political violence, stressing that no political ambition is worth the blood or life of any young person. Nwifuru gave the warning on Wednesday, in Abakaliki, during the grand finale of the 2026 International Youth Week Celebration organised […] Gov Nwifuru warns Ebonyi youths against…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699367,
      "title": "Xavi’s new managerial job confirmed",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/xavis-new-managerial-job-confirmed",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:20:49.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/12/xavis-new-managerial-job-confirmed/"
      },
      "summary": "Former Barcelona manager, Xavi Hernandez, has been appointed as the new head coach of the Netherlands. The 46-year-old has signed a four-year deal until the 2030 World Cup. Xavi will now replace Ronald Koeman, who took charge of the team at this year’s World Cup. The former Spain midfielder joins the Dutch national side after […] Xavi’s new managerial job confirmed",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699369,
      "title": "Appeal Court affirms Prof Gombe as national leader of SDP",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/appeal-court-affirms-prof-gombe-as-national-leader-of-sdp",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:12:30.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/12/appeal-court-affirms-prof-gombe-as-national-leader-of-sdp/"
      },
      "summary": "The Court of Appeal in Abuja has again affirmed Prof Abubakar Sadiq Gombe as the National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, thereby laying to rest the long drawn legal battle on the soul of the party. The appellate court in a unanimous decision delivered on Wednesday, by a three-man panel led by Justice […] Appeal Court affirms Prof Gombe as national leader of SDP",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699138,
      "title": "Celestial Church launches probe into Tope Osoba’s death, allegations against fiancé",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/celestial-church-launches-probe-into-tope-osobas-death-allegations",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:07:47.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Premium Times",
        "url": "https://www.premiumtimesng.com/entertainment/naija-fashion/902461-celestial-church-launches-probe-into-tope-osobas-death-allegations-against-fiance.html"
      },
      "summary": "The church launched an investigation after allegations involving Prophet Itunu Onadeko, its Shepherd and the late actress’s fiancé, emerged following her death. The post Celestial Church launches probe into Tope Osoba’s death, allegations against fiancé appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699370,
      "title": "Farmers, CSOs task Nigerian govt on transparency over $2.5bn livestock deal",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/farmers-csos-task-nigerian-govt-on-transparency-over-2-5bn-livestock",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:05:48.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/12/farmers-csos-task-nigerian-govt-on-transparency-over-2-5bn-livestock-deal/"
      },
      "summary": "Farmers, researchers, scientists and civil society organizations have made a joint appeal to the Federal Government to make public the Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, signed with Brazilian meat giant JBS, warning that secrecy around the deal could lead Nigeria into another resource crisis. They maintained that while they welcome foreign investment, they are concerned about […] Farmers, CSOs…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699371,
      "title": "We will help you fight quackery, impersonation – Police, FRSC tell NUJ",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/we-will-help-you-fight-quackery-impersonation-police-frsc-tell-nuj",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T20:03:22.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/12/we-will-help-you-fight-quackery-impersonation-police-frsc-tell-nuj/"
      },
      "summary": "The Commissioner of Police, Ekiti State Command, CP Michael Falade and the Ekiti Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Corps Commander, Sanya Adeoye have pledged support for the State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, in its quest to curb quackery and impersonation in the profession. Speaking at a courtesy […] We will help you fight quackery, impersonation –…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699372,
      "title": "Transfer: ‘It’s an honour’ – Lukaku speaks after leaving Napoli for new club",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/transfer-its-an-honour-lukaku-speaks-after-leaving-napoli-for-new-club",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:56:55.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/12/transfer-its-an-honour-lukaku-speaks-after-leaving-napoli-for-new-club/"
      },
      "summary": "Belgium striker, Romelu Lukaku, has expressed happiness after leaving Napoli to join Fenerbahce. Lukaku, 33, signed a two-year deal with the Turkish Super Lig side on Wednesday. In a message to Fenerbahce fans after joining the club, Lukaku saiid, “It’s an honour and a privilege to be joining your club, to join this club with a […] Transfer: ‘It’s an honour’ – Lukaku speaks after leaving Napoli…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699373,
      "title": "Court dismisses ADC aspirant’s suit challenging party candidate",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/court-dismisses-adc-aspirants-suit-challenging-party-candidate",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:39:01.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/12/court-dismisses-adc-aspirants-suit-challenging-party-candidate/"
      },
      "summary": "A Federal High Court in Port Harcourt has dismissed a suit filed by the African Democratic Congress, ADC, aspirant for Khana State Constituency I in the Rivers State House of Assembly, Legborsi Nwiabu, challenging the emergence of Bright Nulee as the party’s candidate for the constituency. Presiding judge, Justice Muhammed Turaki, dismissed the suit after […] Court dismisses ADC aspirant’s suit…",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699139,
      "title": "Otti backs creation of south-east’s first national park in Abia",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/otti-backs-creation-of-south-easts-first-national-park-in-abia",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:33:58.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Premium Times",
        "url": "https://www.premiumtimesng.com/promoted/902454-otti-backs-creation-of-south-easts-first-national-park-in-abia.html"
      },
      "summary": "The governor says the initiative aligns with ongoing efforts to trace, conserve the state’s forest reserves. The post Otti backs creation of south-east’s first national park in Abia appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699381,
      "title": "FG unveils National Agric Mechanisation Policy, targets 4,000-capacity tractor plant",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/fg-unveils-national-agric-mechanisation-policy-targets-4-000-capacity",
      "topic": "finance",
      "section": "Finance & Markets",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:33:37.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Nairametrics",
        "url": "https://nairametrics.com/2026/08/12/fg-unveils-national-agric-mechanisation-policy-targets-4000-capacity-tractor-plant/"
      },
      "summary": "The Federal Government has unveiled the National Agricultural Mechanisation Policy and the National Agricultural Mechanisation Investment Strategy to promote sustainable mechanisation, attract private investment and boost productivity in Nigeria’s agricultural sector. The post FG unveils National Agric Mechanisation Policy, targets 4,000-capacity tractor plant appeared first on Nairametrics .",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 692337,
      "title": "Adeleke campaign petitions IG over Fadahunsi’s ‘kill Accord members’ remark",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/adeleke-campaign-petitions-ig-over-fadahunsis-kill-accord-members-692337",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:32:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/adeleke-campaign-petitions-ig-over-fadahunsis-kill-accord-members-remark/"
      },
      "summary": "Adeleke’s campaign council petitions the Inspector-General of Police, demanding protection for Accord Party members after Senator Fadahunsi’s alleged ‘kill Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-campaign-petitions-ig-over-fadahunsis-kill-accord-members-remark/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 692331,
      "title": "Evening recap: NDPC probes UNILAG, Lotus Bank, police invite Fadahunsi, Jingir maintains Muslim-Muslim ticket stance, other top stories",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/evening-recap-ndpc-probes-unilag-lotus-bank-police-invite-fadahunsi",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:32:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/evening-recap-ndpc-probes-unilag-lotus-bank-police-invite-fadahunsi-jingir-maintains-muslim-muslim-ticket-stance-other-top-stories/"
      },
      "summary": "Stay updated with Nigeria news recap: NDPC probes UNILAG, Lotus Bank; Osun police invite Senator Fadahunsi; Katsina United clarifies player’s death; and Mu Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-ndpc-probes-unilag-lotus-bank-police-invite-fadahunsi-jingir-maintains-muslim-muslim-ticket-stance-other-top-stories/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 692330,
      "title": "NNPC ready to implement new production sharing contract framework – Ojulari",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/nnpc-ready-to-implement-new-production-sharing-contract-framework",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:32:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/nnpc-ready-to-implement-new-production-sharing-contract-framework-ojulari/"
      },
      "summary": "NNPC is set to implement the new Production Sharing Contract framework, unlocking up to $50bn in deep offshore oil and gas investments. Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpc-ready-to-implement-new-production-sharing-contract-framework-ojulari/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 699299,
      "title": "Look out for Rabi’ul Awwal moon Thursday, Sultanate urges muslims",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/look-out-for-rabiul-awwal-moon-thursday-sultanate-urges-muslims",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:17:49.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Daily Trust",
        "url": "https://dailytrust.com/look-out-for-rabiul-awwal-moon-thursday-sultanate-urges-muslims/"
      },
      "summary": "The Sultanate Council, Sokoto, has called on Muslim faithfulls to look out for the new moon of Rabi’ul Awwal 1448AH on Thursday, August 13, 2026. The council made the call in a statement dated August 12, 2026, signed by Prof. Sambo Wali Junaidu, Wazirin Sokoto and Chairman, Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Sultanate Council, Sokoto. […]",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 690916,
      "title": "VIDEO: Colleagues, well-wishers gather as Adedimeji, Mo Bimpe hold grand thanksgiving for triplets",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/video-colleagues-well-wishers-gather-as-adedimeji-mo-bimpe-hold-grand",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:16:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/video-colleagues-well-wishers-gather-as-adedimeji-mo-bimpe-hold-grand-thanksgiving-for-triplets/"
      },
      "summary": "Nollywood stars Lateef Adedimeji and Mo Bimpe celebrate their triplet sons with a grand thanksgiving ceremony. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-colleagues-well-wishers-gather-as-adedimeji-mo-bimpe-hold-grand-thanksgiving-for-triplets/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 690915,
      "title": "NSCDC unveils safe school committee in Abia, inaugurates operational vehicles",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/nscdc-unveils-safe-school-committee-in-abia-inaugurates-operational",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:16:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/nscdc-unveils-safe-school-committee-in-abia-inaugurates-operational-vehicles/"
      },
      "summary": "The NSCDC Abia State Command has inaugurated its Safe School Committee and commissioned new operational vehicles, enhancing security efforts in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-unveils-safe-school-committee-in-abia-inaugurates-operational-vehicles/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 690914,
      "title": "Grandfather abuses minor in Gombe",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/grandfather-abuses-minor-in-gombe",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:16:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/grandfather-abuses-minor-in-gombe/"
      },
      "summary": "A 64-year-old grandfather, Abubakar Aliyu, has confessed to sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl in Gombe. The case highlights the urgent need to address ch Read More: https://punchng.com/grandfather-abuses-minor-in-gombe/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 690913,
      "title": "FG unveils agric mechanisation policy, plans 4,000-capacity tractor plant",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/fg-unveils-agric-mechanisation-policy-plans-4-000-capacity-tractor",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:16:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-agric-mechanisation-policy-plans-4000-capacity-tractor-plant/"
      },
      "summary": "Nigeria’s Federal Government unveils a new agric mechanisation policy and plans a 4,000-capacity tractor plant to boost food security and local production. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-unveils-agric-mechanisation-policy-plans-4000-capacity-tractor-plant/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 690912,
      "title": "Adeleke campaign petitions IG over Fadahunsi’s ‘kill Accord members’ remark",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/adeleke-campaign-petitions-ig-over-fadahunsis-kill-accord-members",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:16:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/adeleke-campaign-petitions-ig-over-fadahunsis-kill-accord-members-remark/"
      },
      "summary": "Adeleke’s campaign council petitions the Inspector-General of Police, demanding protection for Accord Party members after Senator Fadahunsi’s alleged ‘kill Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-campaign-petitions-ig-over-fadahunsis-kill-accord-members-remark/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 690911,
      "title": "Osun poll: It’s Adeleke against Tinubu, not APC – Momodu",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/osun-poll-its-adeleke-against-tinubu-not-apc-momodu",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:16:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/osun-poll-its-adeleke-against-tinubu-not-apc-momodu/"
      },
      "summary": "Dele Momodu states the Osun election is a direct contest between Governor Adeleke and President Tinubu, not the APC, as he backs Adeleke for re-election. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-its-adeleke-against-tinubu-not-apc-momodu/",
      "outlets": 2,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 690910,
      "title": "Osun poll: Ex-lawmaker urges peace, responsible political conduct",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/osun-poll-ex-lawmaker-urges-peace-responsible-political-conduct",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:16:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/osun-poll-ex-lawmaker-urges-peace-responsible-political-conduct/"
      },
      "summary": "Ahead of the August 15 Osun governorship election, an ex-lawmaker urges political actors and residents to promote peace and responsible conduct. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-ex-lawmaker-urges-peace-responsible-political-conduct/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 690909,
      "title": "VIDEO: Osun senator Fadahunsi leaves police headquarters after questioning over killing comment",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/video-osun-senator-fadahunsi-leaves-police-headquarters-after",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:16:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/video-osun-senator-fadahunsi-leaves-police-headquarters-after-questioning-over-killing-comment/"
      },
      "summary": "Osun Senator Francis Fadahunsi leaves police headquarters after questioning regarding alleged inciting comments at a campaign rally ahead of the Osun gover Read More: https://punchng.com/video-osun-senator-fadahunsi-leaves-police-headquarters-after-questioning-over-killing-comment/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 690908,
      "title": "VIDEO: Peter Obi arrives Edo for Archbishop Akubeze’s funeral rites",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/video-peter-obi-arrives-edo-for-archbishop-akubezes-funeral-rites",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:16:52.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/video-peter-obi-arrives-edo-for-archbishop-akubezes-funeral-rites/"
      },
      "summary": "Peter Obi, presidential candidate, is in Edo State for the funeral rites of Archbishop Augustine Akubeze. Watch the video of his arrival and the service of Read More: https://punchng.com/video-peter-obi-arrives-edo-for-archbishop-akubezes-funeral-rites/",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 692006,
      "title": "ASUU condemns arrest of its leaders over strike",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/asuu-condemns-arrest-of-its-leaders-over-strike",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:16:16.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Premium Times",
        "url": "https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/902452-asuu-condemns-arrest-of-its-leaders-over-strike.html"
      },
      "summary": "PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that the IMSU branch of ASUU declared a total and indefinite strike in the university on Monday over the failure of the Imo State Government to honour agreements it reached with the union. The post ASUU condemns arrest of its leaders over strike appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .",
      "outlets": 1,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    },
    {
      "id": 690917,
      "title": "Rivers denies renewed clash between Fubara, lawmakers over 2026 budget",
      "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/rivers-denies-renewed-clash-between-fubara-lawmakers-over-2026-budget",
      "topic": "world",
      "section": "World",
      "published": "2026-08-12T19:12:48.000Z",
      "source": {
        "name": "Punch Nigeria",
        "url": "https://punchng.com/rivers-denies-renewed-clash-between-fubara-lawmakers-over-2026-budget/"
      },
      "summary": "Rivers State Government denies renewed clash between Governor Fubara and lawmakers over the 2026 budget, stating it’s undergoing legislative procedures. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-denies-renewed-clash-between-fubara-lawmakers-over-2026-budget/",
      "outlets": 2,
      "illustration": null,
      "original_language": null,
      "ai_generated": true
    }
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