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  "id": 3230182,
  "title": "Police academy releases screening timetable for 13th regular course",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/police-academy-releases-screening-timetable-for-13th-regular-course",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-25T09:26:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/police-academy-releases-screening-timetable-for-13th-regular-course/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "The Nigeria Police Academy in Kano State has announced the screening timetable for the 13th Regular Course, inviting applicants to participate in a series of assessments commencing on September 9, 2026. Candidates will undergo a Computer-Based Test (CBT), physical features assessment, medical screening, and a Selection Board interview over a two-week period. The CBT will be conducted in batches based on candidates' states of origin, with the first batch scheduled for September 9, followed by subsequent batches through September 16. Candidates are required to print their examination slips between August 25 and September 8 and must bring a range of documents, including certificates, identification, and medical clearance. The academy has emphasized the importance of adhering to the provided guidelines and has advised candidates to refer to the POLAC Admission Portal for additional details.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Police academy releases screening timetable for 13th regular course",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/police-academy-releases-screening-timetable-for-13th-regular-course-3232034",
        "published": "2026-08-25T09:50:17.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "Police Academy invites 13th Regular Course applicants for screening",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/police-academy-invites-13th-regular-course-applicants-for-screening",
        "published": "2026-08-25T10:32:14.000Z"
      }
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  "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."
}