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Bitcoin price prediction indicates BTC is positioned to push above $95,000 before December’s end as American Bitcoin Corp (ABTC) accumulated another 54 bitcoin in anticipation of a Santa rally.Eric Trump’s Firm Joins Top 20 Bitcoin Treasury CompaniesThe Nasdaq-listed firm, co-founded by Eric Trump, revealed Tuesday that recent acquisitions have expanded the company’s Bitcoin holdings beyond 5,000 BTC, placing it among the top 20 publicly traded bitcoin treasury firms, according to bitcointreasuries.net.The company has achieved a 96.5% bitcoin yield since its Nasdaq debut, alongside 533 satoshis per share as of December 14.Glassnode data reveals whales are aggressively buying the dip. In…

The Benue State Government has directed political appointees seeking elective offices in the 2027 general election to resign their appointments with immediate effect. The directive was contained in a memo dated December 16, 2025, and signed by the Deputy Governor, Sam Ode. It was made available to journalists on Wednesday in Makurdi. According to the memo, the decision followed the rising level of political activities and ambitions within the state. “In light of the recent increase in political activities within the state, and having observed with keen interest the diverse aspirations for leadership roles aimed at promoting good governance and…

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface could see his playing time further reduced in the second half of the season, as Werder Bremen prepares a January move for German international Niclas Füllkrug, Soccernet.ng reports. This is as the Bundesliga side is looking to reinforce its frontline following a disappointing start to the campaign for their star summer arrival. ​Boniface joined Werder Bremen from Bayer Leverkusen during the summer window. He made the move after a purported transfer to AC Milan fell through controversially. Victor Boniface Bayer Leverkusen (Photo by Imago) The striker, who celebrates his 25th birthday on December 23, was…

Ahead of the 2027 poll, a chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Prince Paul Ikonne, is optimistic that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would sweep the poll in such a manner that it would be likened to an “Asiwaju tsunami” against his rivals in the opposition political parties. Ikonne made the assertion yesterday while featuring on TVC’s This Morning, where he dismissed recent comments by Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe questioning Tinubu’s 2023 mandate and re-election prospects.Ikonne maintained that Enyinnaya’s position smacks of political desperation and disconnection from Nigeria’s current political realities.According to Ikonne, President Tinubu’s victory in 2023 was not…

Governor Ahmed Aliyu on Wednesday presented a N758.7 billion budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year to the Sokoto State House of Assembly, outlining plans to deepen security gains, expand social services and stimulate economic growth across the state. The proposal, tagged the “Budget of Socio-Economic Expansion,” comes against the backdrop of lingering security challenges, rising living costs and growing demand for infrastructure and public services in Sokoto and across the North-West. Addressing lawmakers, the governor said the budget was crafted through an unprecedented citizen-driven process, following town hall meetings held in the three senatorial districts of Tambuwal, Tangaza and…

Super Eagles of Nigeria have now brought 27 players into camp as they continue preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, Soccernet.ng reports. Following a 2–1 friendly defeat to Egypt on Tuesday, the squad saw the arrival of Moses Simon, adding fresh options in attack, while head coach Eric Chelle monitors the fitness of key stars ahead of the tournament opener. Despite the narrow loss to Egypt, the Super Eagles remain upbeat, with Chelle having the chance to assess his squad under competitive conditions. Nigeria s players celebrate scoring their first goal with teammates. Copyright: imagoxAbeerxAhmedx Chidozie…

By Angela Onwuzoo In line with the Presidential directive making health insurance mandatory nationwide, the National Health Insurance Authority and the Bank of Industry signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Tuesday to expand health insurance coverage and reduce catastrophic out-of-pocket expenditures among Nigerians. The MoU aims to expand health insurance coverage among Nigerian businesses, particularly Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, cooperatives, and individual entrepreneurs. Speaking at the signing ceremony held at the BOI office in Lagos, the Director-General of NHIA, Dr Kelechi Ohiri, said the agreement aims to establish a framework for expanding access to health insurance by facilitating the…

A businesswoman, Mrs Mabel Alabijah Hussaini, has filed a fundamental rights enforcement suit at the Federal High Court, Lagos, against the Inspector-General of Police over alleged unlawful arrest, detention, and harassment related to a civil and matrimonial dispute. Others joined in the suit are senior police officers, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), her estranged husband, and a real estate firm. In the suit marked FHC/L/CS/1468/2025, Hussaini is asking the court to declare that the actions of the respondents violated her rights to dignity of the human person, personal liberty, fair hearing, private and family life, and freedom of…

Bhutan unveiled a national Bitcoin Development Pledge on Tuesday, committing up to 10,000 BTC, worth approximately $1 billion, to fund construction of Gelephu Mindfulness City without liquidating its sovereign digital asset reserves.King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck announced the allocation during his National Day Address, framing the commitment as a generational investment in youth employment and national prosperity tied to a new economic hub in southern Bhutan.The pledge channels Bitcoin holdings into GMC development through mechanisms including collateralized lending, risk-managed yield strategies, and long-term holding approaches designed to preserve capital while financing infrastructure.This development became possible due to a multi-year commitment…

Kwate is back with new music, and his latest release, “Alabevbo II,” is one that leans into culture, collaboration and continuity. The track brings together Kwate, Goya Menor, and the late Osayomore Joseph, whose voice remains a lasting presence in Nigerian music. On “Alabevbo II,” these three come together across generations, drawing from traditional influences while shaping a sound that feels current and intentional. As a follow-up to the original “Alabevbo,” the new version expands on familiar ideas, giving them more room to grow through fresh verses and perspectives. Kwate leads the song with ease, creating space for each contributor…