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Coinbase just secured full MiFID-equivalent authorization from the UK’s FCA, and it changes what the exchange can actually offer British users.This is not a cryptoasset registration or an e-money license. It is a genuine investment services authorization that lets Coinbase offer traditional equities, derivatives, and perpetual futures under one regulated roof in the UK, rather than splitting products across separate entities or jurisdictions. The centerpiece of the rollout is tokenized stocks backed 1:1 by underlying US equities, carrying full dividend rights and delivered through Coinbase’s on-chain infrastructure. Not a synthetic. Not a CFD. A blockchain-native representation of real equity exposure.That…

By Emem Julius The Federal Government has pledged to coordinate a regional response to the devastating erosion and flooding affecting Cross River State and other parts of the South-South region, promising humanitarian support and long-term measures to mitigate future disasters. The Managing Director of the South-South Development Commission, Usoro Akpabio, gave the assurance on Tuesday during an assessment visit to erosion-ravaged communities and an internally displaced persons camp in Cross River State. Akpabio, who led a delegation comprising executive directors and the state’s representative on the commission’s board, said the visit underscored the Federal Government’s commitment to standing with affected…

Ayra Starr leaning against a black vehicle showcasing her Y2K-inspired outfit, cobalt blue stiletto heels, and retro updo in New York City. Paint the town red? No! Ayra Starr painted New York City purple yesterday when she stepped out for the exclusive Manhattan listening party for her highly anticipated third studio album, Starr Girl. The Nigerian singer-songwriter arrived at the venue wearing a strapless periwinkle blue mini dress crafted with horizontal ruched mesh panelling and a striking vertical strip of 3D fabric floral appliqués down the centre bodice. Styling a strapless mini dress requires precise proportion balancing: pair the bare…

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will face Cameroon in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after finishing second in a dramatic Group C campaign, Soccernet.ng reports. The ten-time African champions booked their place in the last eight with an emphatic 6-2 victory over Egypt at the Rabat Olympic Stadium. That result completed the most remarkable finish of the group stage, as Nigeria, Malawi and Zambia all ended with six points after three matches.CAF’s competition rules meant goal difference across the whole group was not enough to separate the three teams. Instead, only the matches played between Nigeria,…

Iran and Oman have agreed a route for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz and were finalising arrangements for jointly managing the strategic waterway, Tehran said Wednesday, even as fresh security incidents highlighted continued risks for regional shipping. The agreement would be a step towards reopening the key energy route, but official sources briefing Iranian media stressed that any easing still hinged on Washington ending its own naval blockade of Iran’s ports. Iran has exercised de facto control of the waterway and threatened any vessels transiting routes it deems unauthorised ever since the United States and Israel launched their war against…

Nigeria striker Tolu Arokodare says he already feels at home at Ajax after making an impressive start to his season-long loan spell from Wolverhampton Wanderers, Soccernet.ng reports. The 25-year-old has wasted little time settling into life in Amsterdam, scoring on his debut just days after completing his move to the Dutch club. Despite the perfect start, Arokodare believes the biggest reason to be excited is the winning culture he has found inside Ajax. “My first impression of Ajax is amazing,” the striker said in an interview with De Telegraaf. “The mentality is fantastic. Everyone within the club knows, of course,…

Ripple XRP price is trading at $1.05, down 1.94% on the day, pressing directly into the support zone that traders have been watching for weeks. That level either holds and becomes a launchpad, or it doesn’t, and the next conversation is about $0.95.Meanwhile, Ethereum sits at $1,908.88, off 0.43% over the 24-hour period, caught in its own consolidation as the market waits on ETF-related catalysts that keep getting priced in but not yet delivered.XRP’s current setup is less about fundamentals and more about their absence. No fresh court ruling, no new U.S. exchange listing catalyst, just technicals and community sentiment…

The FIFA World Cup remains football’s biggest stage, where players have the opportunity to announce themselves to the world. Beyond the goals, drama and unforgettable moments, the tournament has also served as a career-changing platform for several footballers. For many players, impressive World Cup performances have opened the door to major transfers, turning them from relatively unknown talents into global stars. The latest example is Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, whose heroics at the 2026 World Cup earned him a move to Chilean giants Colo-Colo at the age of 40. While his journey from Portuguese second division football to one of…

The Federal Government has unveiled sweeping reforms aimed at transforming autism care in Nigeria, announcing plans to establish Autism Centres across the country’s six geopolitical zones from 2027 while significantly expanding the training of specialists in audiology, speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, disclosed this during an engagement with stakeholders on Wednesday, saying the initiative forms part of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda to improve access to quality diagnosis, therapy and inclusive education for children living with autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and other developmental conditions. Alausa said the Federal Government…

There were six different goalscorers on the night for the Super Falcons of Nigeria, as they claimed a 6-2 victory over the Cleopatras of Egypt in their final group stage game of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Soccernet.ng reports. Egypt 2-6 Nigeria: Babajide and Ajibade Lead Super Falcons to Success Egypt started the game strongly, testing goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie just four minutes in with a low shot, but the Brighton shot-stopper was equal to the task, making a smart save. ​The Super Falcons soon grew into the contest, dominating possession and controlling the tempo. Their first real look…