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Best performing Nigerian stocks for the week ended August 21, 2026
business

Best performing Nigerian stocks for the week ended August 21, 2026

Nigerian equities extended their correction for a second straight week, with the benchmark NGX All-Share Index (ASI) declining 3,268.04 points, or 1.35%, to close at 239,351.16 poi

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Starc takes 10 as Australia hand Bangladesh innings defeat in second Test
world

Starc takes 10 as Australia hand Bangladesh innings defeat in second Test

Australia bounce back after losing first Test, bowling out the visitors for 64 and 95 to win by an innings and 51 runs.

Aug 23, 20261 min read
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Al Jazeera

Hearn: Joshua Vs Fury Fight Can’t Be Stopped
sports

Hearn: Joshua Vs Fury Fight Can’t Be Stopped

British boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has disclosed that the proposed heavyweight bout between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury is legally locked in and that no-one can stop this fight

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Complete Sports

Navy dismantles 3 illegal refineries, recovers 91,000 litres of crude oil in Rivers
business

Navy dismantles 3 illegal refineries, recovers 91,000 litres of crude oil in Rivers

The Nigerian Navy, under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, has dismantled three illegal refining sites in the Okolomade and Ogbogolo areas of Rivers State and recovered approximately 91,00

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Nairametrics

Pegula dethrones Swiatek to book Cincinnati final against Gauff
world

Pegula dethrones Swiatek to book Cincinnati final against Gauff

The women’s all-American final will be followed by a men's title clash between Frances Tiafoe and Arthur Fils of France.

Aug 23, 20261 min read
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Al Jazeera

Ajayi Named MOTM In Hull City’s Win Over Manchester United
sports

Ajayi Named MOTM In Hull City’s Win Over Manchester United

Semi Ajayi was named Man of the Match following Hull City’s impressive 2-0 victory over Manchester United at the MKM Stadium on Saturday, Completesports.com reports. The Nigeria in

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Complete Sports

Kazakhstan parliamentary elections begin: What’s at stake?
world

Kazakhstan parliamentary elections begin: What’s at stake?

People are voting to elect 145 members to the Kurultai, the country's new unicameral legislature.

Aug 23, 20261 min read
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Al Jazeera

$100 billion in digital asset flows escapes Nigeria’s licensing regime
startups

$100 billion in digital asset flows escapes Nigeria’s licensing regime

Interswitch's Akeem Lawal says $100 billion in digital assets leaves Nigeria without licences, underscoring Africa's cross-border payments gap.

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Benjamin Dada

Trump says Canada wants 'benefits' of being US state after trade talks collapse
world

Trump says Canada wants 'benefits' of being US state after trade talks collapse

Canada's PM said he was "reluctantly" announcing retaliatory tariffs and accused the US of starting a trade war.

Aug 23, 20261 min read
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BBC World

Serena Set For US Open Comeback
sports

Serena Set For US Open Comeback

Serena Williams is officially set for a US Open comeback after receiving a wild card to play mixed doubles alongside Carlos Alcaraz. The 44-year-old tennis legend will return to Fl

Aug 23, 20261 min read
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Complete Sports

Ejuke Excited After Helping Sevilla Beat Athletic Bilbao
sports

Ejuke Excited After Helping Sevilla Beat Athletic Bilbao

Chidera Ejuke has expressed his delight after helping Sevilla secure an impressive 3-1 victory over 10-man Athletic Bilbao at the Estadio San Mamés on Saturday night. The visitors

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Complete Sports

Ex-Colombian president: Restoring Israeli ties applauds Gaza genocide
world

Ex-Colombian president: Restoring Israeli ties applauds Gaza genocide

Ex-Colombian President, Gustavo Petro, says restoring ties with Israel amounts to applauding the Gaza genocide.

Aug 23, 20261 min read
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Al Jazeera

President Tinubu Appoints Dr. Bello Matawalle As Deputy Director, Security And Intelligence 1 Of 2027 APC Presidential Campaign Council
government

President Tinubu Appoints Dr. Bello Matawalle As Deputy Director, Security And Intelligence 1 Of 2027 APC Presidential Campaign Council

…….Matawalle pledges to deploy his wealth of experience in ensuring a peaceful, well-coordinated, and successful campaign. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the const

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Federal Ministry of Information

'We're not going to run from it': Sydney Marathon laughs off medal error
world

'We're not going to run from it': Sydney Marathon laughs off medal error

Runners will receive a medal at the 2026 Sydney Marathon with an engraving of a German stadium.

Aug 23, 20261 min read
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BBC World

‘You just can’t trust Trump’: Canadian premiers fire back in trade war
world

‘You just can’t trust Trump’: Canadian premiers fire back in trade war

Provincial premiers have joined Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney, firing back after US President imposed tariffs.

Aug 23, 20261 min read
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Al Jazeera

NUJ Bayelsa Commends Douye Diri Over Headcount Of Persons Living With Mental Illness
government

NUJ Bayelsa Commends Douye Diri Over Headcount Of Persons Living With Mental Illness

FIC Report (Bayelsa State) – The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Bayelsa State Council, has commended the Bayelsa State Government for commencing a headcount of persons l

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Federal Ministry of Information

Solar kiosks bring healthcare closer to patients in Chad
world

Solar kiosks bring healthcare closer to patients in Chad

Solar-powered telemedicine is helping rural Chadians overcome distance and limited access to doctors.

Aug 23, 20261 min read
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Al Jazeera

Delta: Police Arrest Suspected Gun Runner Recovers Ammunition; Intercept Suspected Adulterated Beverages In Warri
government

Delta: Police Arrest Suspected Gun Runner Recovers Ammunition; Intercept Suspected Adulterated Beverages In Warri

FIC Report (Delta State) – The Delta State Police Command has recorded operational breakthroughs in Agbor and Warri, resulting in the arrest of two suspects and recovery of a

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Federal Ministry of Information

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