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Muslim opinion leaders working towards the promotion of peace, protection, and prevention of conflict-related Gender-Based Violence (GBV) have called on stakeholders to spearhead efforts towards ending the scourge. The leaders expressed concern over allegations that the spate of GBV is being encouraged by Islam, insisting that the Holy Quran does not support violence in any form, especially towards women. Deputy Chief Imam of the National Mosque, Professor Iliyas Usman, pointed out that religious and traditional leaders are strong tools for public reorientation, as they affect GBV. He stated this at a Two-Day Stakeholders Dialogue on Islamic Perspective on Gender-Based Violence…

Two Texas brothers face federal kidnapping charges after holding a Minnesota family at gunpoint for nine hours while stealing $8 million in crypto, forcing local schools to cancel their homecoming football game. According to the DOJ, Raymond Christian Garcia, 23, and Isiah Angelo Garcia, 24, used an AR-15 and a shotgun to terrorize victims in their Grant, Minnesota, home on September 19.A Well-Executed Crypto HeistThe violent heist began at 7:45 am when the brothers ambushed the primary victim while taking garbage to the street. They zip-tied the man’s hands, forced him inside, and awakened his wife and adult son at…

There are few more lucrative businesses in the world than horse racing, with the sector able to contribute billions to governments and other industries on an annual basis. Some of the biggest events on the calendar will have a major impact on the local regions, with some businesses able to ensure their long-term future after welcoming fans from across the world for one day a year. The sector is only getting bigger on an annual basis, with one of the most famous taking place every November in the form of the Breeders’ Cup. You can find the latest 2025 Breeders’ Cup odds…

Super Eagles and Werder Bremen striker Victor Boniface has been in the headlines of late, and not for football reasons, Soccernet.ng reports. The 24-year-old is yet to find the back of the net for his new side after joining on loan from Bayer 04 Leverkusen on the transfer deadline day. However, his social media posts have raised concerns recently, especially after he shared a cryptic and, in some eyes, disrespectful post on his Instagram story. “If you waste your money on too many women, you will not achieve anything in life. Find yourself one or two women and settle down.…

Liverpool wonderkid Rio Ngumoha has put pen to paper on his first professional contract at Anfield, but the teenager’s international future remains wide open, Soccernet.ng reports.  While these moves are happening, the Nigerian football federation are watching closely. Ngumoha, born in London to Nigerian parents, turned 17 this month and was swiftly rewarded with a three-year deal after bursting onto the scene with Jürgen Klopp’s side. He wrote his name into Liverpool’s history books when he came off the bench to score a dramatic 100th-minute winner against Newcastle in August. This made him the club’s youngest ever goalscorer. Dominik Szoboszlai…

Brothers Across Nigeria (BAN) International has given N476 million to 28 families of deceased members, with each family receiving over N17 million. The global President of Brothers Across Nigeria International, Dr. Anthony Mark, made this known during the presentation of cheques to each family. The gesture was a testament to the organisation’s commitment to supporting members and their families, even beyond their time with us. Dr. Mark explained that the group, Brothers Across Nigeria International, guided by the core principle of “Brother Delivers Brother,” simply means “all for one, and one for all,” hence the necessity to stand in solidarity…

Elon Musk’s AI firm, xAI, has filed a new lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the ChatGPT creator of systematically poaching staff and stealing proprietary technology. Key Takeaways: xAI has sued OpenAI, alleging it poached key staff to access confidential tech behind its Grok chatbot. The lawsuit names former engineer Xuechen Li, who is already under a court order restricting AI-related work at OpenAI. The case escalates the ongoing feud between Musk and OpenAI amid fierce competition for top AI talent and IP. Filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of California, the complaint alleges that OpenAI engaged in…

In SummaryCôte d’Ivoire leads African cashew production in 2025, with an estimated output of 1.3 million metric tons, supported by improved agricultural practices, strategic policies, and efforts to curb smuggling, though global tariffs and reduced Vietnamese demand present export challenges.Other major African producers show significant growth, including Nigeria (300,000 tons), Benin (260,000 tons), Tanzania (408,600 tons), Mozambique (195,400 tons), and Guinea-Bissau (220,000 tons), reflecting investments in processing, infrastructure, and policy measures aimed at value addition and sustainability.Value addition and domestic processing remain central to economic impact, with African Cashew Alliance initiatives and government interventions across countries like Ghana, Burkina Faso,…

Former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has denied reports that he is planning to change his political party. Reports emerged recently suggesting that Kwankwaso is on the verge of rejoining the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). Reacting on Friday via a post on his official X account, the former Minister of Defence said: “We have been alerted to some online statements suggesting that we have submitted a letter of intent to join a political party in the country. “We would like to clarify that we have not made any such submission to any party.…

Thirteen years felt like an eternity. That was how long Nigerian football had gone without silverware — until Eric Chelle’s fearless Unity Cup adventure in London rewrote the story. What began as a quiet experiment with a youthful, Osimhen-and-Lookman-less squad ended with the Super Eagles breathing fresh life into the nation’s football. Against the odds, Chelle’s men swept past Ghana and held their nerve against Jamaica in a penalty shootout to clinch the 2025 Unity Cup — a trophy as symbolic as it is celebratory. Eric Chelle, coach of the Super Eagles. Copyright: IMAGOxAdekunlexAjayix Beyond the confetti and champagne, though,…