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Lifestyle & Wellness Desk20 October 2025

The FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile concluded with Morocco making history as champions after a 2–0 victory over Argentina, powered by a stunning brace from teenage star Mohamed Zabiri. This triumph marks Morocco’s first-ever U-20 World Cup title, making them only the second African nation—after Ghana in 2009—to lift the trophy. The North Africans […]

Lifestyle & Wellness Desk20 October 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday that the ceasefire in Gaza remains in effect, despite a series of Israeli airstrikes following accusations that Hamas violated the truce. Israel launched dozens of strikes on Hamas targets in southern Gaza after alleging that its troops were attacked in what it called a “clear breach” of the nine-day-old […]

Lifestyle & Wellness Desk20 October 2025

It appears that the era when Nigerians relied heavily on banks or investment firms for saving money is gradually fading. Many people are now turning to traditional methods of investment, particularly in farm produce storage, as a more profitable alternative. Recent findings show that a growing number of Nigerians are buying agricultural products in bulk, […]

Tech & Tools Desk20 October 2025

The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Michael Achimugu, announced on Monday via his official X handle that Ethiopian Airlines has paid its sanction fee for consumer protection violations. He noted that with this payment, all three international airlines penalized by the NCAA in 2025 have now […]

James Obasi20 October 2025

The naira showed a mixed performance on Monday, with official exchange rates holding steady while the parallel market remained weaker, reflecting persistent dollar scarcity and strong demand from importers and retail traders. Exchange Rates: Official (CBN/NFEM volume-weighted average): ₦1,467.43 per US$1 Interbank/Spot Market: Around ₦1,468–₦1,475 per US$1 Parallel/Black Market: Buy at ₦1,480 — Sell at […]

Lifestyle & Wellness Desk20 October 2025

During the ongoing annual meetings of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington, D.C., Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc and Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, Tony Elumelu, emphasized the urgent need for Africa’s inclusion in the global digital and artificial intelligence (AI) revolution. Speaking at a seminar themed […]

Lifestyle & Wellness Desk20 October 2025

ABUJA — Several residents were left stranded and frustrated on Monday morning following the heavy security barricades mounted at key locations across the Federal Capital Territory, leading to severe traffic congestion. The gridlock affected commuters from areas such as Bwari, Ushafa, Dutse, and parts of Kubwa, leaving many unable to reach the city centre. The […]

Lifestyle & Wellness Desk20 October 2025

As Nigeria continues to grapple with the world’s highest burden of sickle cell disease, a senior registrar in community medicine and primary care at the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Dr. Solomon Olorunfemi, has said that the country must confront the disorder not only as a medical challenge but also as a societal one. […]

Tech & Tools Desk20 October 2025

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has urged Nigerian pharmaceutical companies to invest in local vaccine manufacturing to strengthen the country’s preparedness for future public health emergencies. NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, made the appeal in a statement on Sunday, emphasizing that Nigeria must not wait for another pandemic before […]

James Obasi20 October 2025

Police officers on Monday dispersed demonstrators calling for the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, in the Utako area of Abuja. The protesters, who had earlier fled after police fired tear gas at them near the Maitama area, regrouped at Utako to resume their demonstration. Armed officers […]

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