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The Jigawa State Executive Council has approved a ₦3.5 billion loan for the payment of the 2027 Hajj deposit for intending pilgrims from the state. The State Commissioner for Information, Youths, Sports and Culture, Sagir Musa, disclosed this while briefing journalists on the outcome of the State Executive Council meeting held on Tuesday at the Government House, Dutse, the Jigawa State capital. According to the commissioner, the approval reflects Governor Umar Namadi’s commitment to the welfare of the state’s citizens. Musa said, “In line with His Excellency Umar Namadi’s administration’s proactive commitment to meeting the state government’s obligations, the Council…

After nine competitive days in Glasgow, Nigeria finished seventh with 24 medals, comprising 10 gold, seven silver and seven bronze. But beyond the medal haul was the landmark achievement of several Nigerian track and field stars who broke new ground for the country. ABIODUN ADEWALE spotlights them Samuel Ogazi — Men’s 400m gold Ogazi made history as the first Nigerian man to win the Commonwealth Games 400m title, storming to a new Games record of 44.25 seconds to secure gold for Nigeria. The last time a Nigerian athlete won a medal in the men’s 400m at the Commonwealth Games was…

In the latest XRP price prediction, XRP price is trading at $1.0732, down 0.99% in the last 24 hours, yet the more interesting story sits just beneath the surface. A 4% bounce off the August lows is testing an 80-day falling channel, and one technical level will confirm whether this move has legs or fades, as every prior rally since May has. South Korea is making its position clear. The rest of the market hasn’t decided yet.XRP market cap sits at approximately $68.27 billion with a circulating supply of 62 billion tokens and 24-hour trading volume around $877 million, stable,…

The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria has urged newly inducted medical doctors of Gombe State University to uphold professionalism, empathy, integrity and teamwork as they begin their medical careers. The Registrar of the MDCN, Prof. Fatima Kyari, gave the charge on Tuesday at the sixth attestation ceremony and third annual Prof. Idris Mohammed Lecture organised by the College of Medical Sciences, Gombe State University. Kyari, who was represented by the Assistant Registrar, Dr Ali Mandaka, described the induction as a defining moment marking the end of the graduates’ undergraduate training and the beginning of lifelong professional responsibility. She said…

Shakira poses with members of Uganda’s Triplets Ghetto Kids while enjoying an ice cream outing together during their US trip. Shakira has shared some beautiful words about Uganda’s Ghetto Kids after spending time with the young dance troupe, and her message is one that sits warmly with fans of both the singer and the group. The Colombian star said the past few days had been filled with “inexplicable love”, adding that she took them to the beach for the first time in their lives and spent time with them every day alongside family and friends. She said it was hard…

The Central Bank of Nigeria on Tuesday said recent stability in the foreign exchange market, rising foreign reserves and moderating inflation indicate that its ongoing monetary reforms are beginning to yield positive results. The apex bank disclosed that Nigeria’s external reserves had risen above $52.5bn as of July 17, 2026, exceeding its annual target and reaching their highest level in 17 years. CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso, represented by the Acting Director of the Corporate Communications and Investor Relations Department, Mrs Hakama Sidi-Ali, made the disclosure at the CBN Fair held at the International Conference Centre, Gombe. Sidi-Ali also reiterated the…

The Super Falcons of Nigeria will take on Egypt in their final Group C fixture of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat on Wednesday, Soccernet.ng reports. Justine Madugu’s side bounced back from their opening defeat to Malawi with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Zambia despite playing more than half the match with 10 players. Egypt, meanwhile, have already been eliminated after defeats to Zambia and Malawi, but they will be keen to end their campaign on a positive note against WAFCON’s record-Champions. Super Falcons celebrate WAFCON title with NFF President Ibrahim Gusau.…

Rising pump prices forced Nigerian consumers to cut petrol, diesel and cooking gas consumption during the first half of 2026 as higher energy costs squeezed household incomes and raised transportation and production costs. An analysis of the H1 2026 Downstream Industry Analysis Report by the Major Energy Marketers Association of Nigeria, obtained by The PUNCH, showed a clear relationship between rising fuel prices and weakening demand for the country’s three major petroleum products. According to the report, the average retail price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) rose from N1,035 per litre in January to N1,051 in February, before climbing to…

Nigerian midfielder Timipere Eboh has emerged as a transfer target for European clubs Westerlo and Piast Gliwice this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The 24-year-old defensive utility player has been a standout performer for Greek side AE Kifisia since his arrival two years ago. Eboh has made 59 appearances for the club, playing a crucial role in helping them secure a 10th-place finish in the league. ​His strong displays last season saw his market value increase significantly from €500k to €600k. Timipere Eboh with Kifisia teammates. (Photo by Imago) ​Known for his physicality, aerial prowess, and high defensive work rate, Eboh was…

Microsoft Copilot AI predicts a serious breakout for XRP, and this price prediction puts a real number behind it. By the end of 2026, XRP at $1.07 has a compelling bull case toward $5 to $8, which works out to somewhere between five and eight times the current price.The bull case rests on four pillars landing together. ETF inflows have already exceeded $2 billion. US regulatory clarity is arriving through the CLARITY Act. Ripple’s Japan expansion is bringing the RLUSD stablecoin into a new major market. Asset tokenization on the XRP Ledger keeps expanding.Source: Microsoft Copilot AI XRP Price PredictionCopilot…