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Osun Election: Accord Party spent N40bn – Fayose counters Davido’s claim
Reported by Daily Post Nigeria and Tribune Online. First detected August 19, 2026 at 13:32 UTC.
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Trump pauses 50% tariffs on Canadian goods after last‑minute trade deal
U.S. President Donald Trump paused the imposition of 50 % tariffs on Canadian goods after a last‑minute trade deal on 19 August 2026.
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Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Calls for Presidential Election After Being Sacked
The dismissal of the defence minister has sparked a demand for new leadership, as Ukraine remains under martial law that suspends elections.
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US announces sanctions on ICC president and senior lawyer
Reported by Middle East Eye and Daily Maverick. First detected August 18, 2026 at 18:36 UTC.
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Trump says no US talks are underway with Iran, announces Hormuz is open, and reaffirms naval blockade
On 18 August 2026 President Donald Trump declared that the United States had no current or scheduled diplomatic engagement with Iran, declared the Strait of Hormuz fully open, and confirmed the naval blockade remains in force.
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India's election system globally credible, robust: MEA after Trump's voter ID praise
Reported by India News and India Today | Latest Stories. First detected August 18, 2026 at 14:40 UTC.
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ADC Collaborated With Accord Party to Block APC Victory in Osun Governorship Election
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) openly admitted it joined forces with the Accord Party to prevent the All Progressives Congress (APC) from winning the Osun State governorship on 15 August 2026, framing the result as an opposition triumph.
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Osun Election: I would’ve been there if Tinubu wanted APC to win at all costs — Wike
Reported by Tribune Online and Daily Post Nigeria. First detected August 18, 2026 at 13:34 UTC.
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APC’s Oyebamiji breaks silence on Osun guber election
Reported by Tribune Online and Daily Post Nigeria. First detected August 18, 2026 at 10:22 UTC.
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Zambia's Hichilema wins re-election with 60% of vote
Reported by IOL section feed for News and Africanews. First detected August 18, 2026 at 05:26 UTC.
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Zambia President Hichilema Wins Second Term with 60% of Vote
Hakainde Hichilema secured a decisive 60‑percent majority in Zambia’s August 18 presidential election, earning a second term in office.
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Samajwadi Party Announces Formula to Add Five Extra Voters in Uttar Pradesh Ahead of Assembly Election
The party unveiled a plan to enlist five additional voters per constituency to expand its support base before the state polls.