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Goods worth millions of naira were destroyed yesterday when fire gutted 14 out of 42 shops at Ogundipe Market, Agodi Gate, in Ibadan North Local Council. Confirming the incident, the Special Adviser on Fire Reform and Chairman of the Fire Services Agency, Moroof Adebayo Akinwande, said the outbreak occurred in the early hours, but no lives were lost. He explained that the fire was reported at 3:50 a.m. by a resident, Mr Sulaiman, and that personnel led by T.K. Olayiwola promptly responded. “Upon arrival, we found 14 shops well alight. We swiftly curtailed the fire and prevented it from spreading…

Several Nigerian players were in the spotlight across Europe on Wednesday night as the Europa League and domestic fixtures delivered a mix of goals, drama, and long-awaited comebacks, Soccernet.ng reports. Iheanacho delivers but Celtic held in Belgrade Kelechi Iheanacho continued his bright start to life at Celtic, scoring in their Europa League opener against Red Star Belgrade, though the Scottish champions were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw. Introduced at half-time, Iheanacho wasted no time making an impact. Just six minutes into the restart, the Super Eagles forward latched onto a Benjamin Nygren pass before curling a composed finish…

Circle, the issuer behind $74 billion worth of USDC stablecoins, is exploring the possibility of enabling reversible transactions, a significant shift that aims to bring blockchain payments in line with traditional finance standards. Key Takeaways: Circle is considering reversible USDC transactions to address fraud and align more closely with traditional finance. Its new blockchain, Arc, targets institutional use but faces criticism for being overly centralized. As stablecoins gain political support, Circle is repositioning USDC for broader adoption and regulatory acceptance. Speaking to the Financial Times, Circle President Heath Tarbert said the company is weighing how to add refund capabilities to…

Introduction: Why Talk About Creative Industry Exits in Music? For too long, African music has been seen only through the lens of the superstars, you know, Wizkid, Ayra, Burna, and Davido. But behind the artists are companies and deals that shape the industry’s future. A merger, acquisition or JV isn’t just selling a label; it’s when a music business successfully attracts investment, scales globally, and creates long-term value beyond one celebrity’s shine. These exits matter because they unlock liquidity, legacy, and leverage and light the path for others. Yet, many African creative companies still see music as passion projects or…

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has vowed to prioritise protection of the Yoruba community contrary to views that his election could result in the domination of other ethnic groups by the Hausa/Fulani. In a statement released on Thursday in Abuja through his media consultant, Kola Johnson, Atiku stressed his enduring personal and family ties to the Southwest region, adding that the Yoruba people are essentially his extended family and in-laws. Atiku is seeking their backing in the 2027 presidential election, assuring them and other tribes in the country of his unalloyed support if he is voted into office.He said, “I…

Nigerian Grammy Award-winning superstar Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has stirred debate in the football world after leaving out Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo from his list of all-time greats, Soccernet.ng reports. Speaking on GOAT Talk — a YouTube series by Complex where celebrities debate the best and worst of various topics — Burna Boy was asked to name his three football Greatest of All Time (GOATs). Without hesitation, he selected Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha, Brazil’s Ronaldinho, and Super Eagles of Nigeria’s all-time goalscorer Victor Osimhen. Riyadh All-Star XI vs Paris Saint-Germain FC Lionel Messi L and Cristiano Ronaldo…

The Rivers State Police Command has dismissed an online report claiming that a bank robbery took place in Port Harcourt on September 23, 2025. In a statement, the command’s spokesperson, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, described the report as false and misleading, urging the public to disregard it. She stressed that no such incident occurred in Port Harcourt or anywhere in Rivers State . “The fake news is clearly designed to cause unnecessary panic and fear among residents. We urge the public to disregard the report in its entirety and refrain from sharing such unverified information,” Iringe-Koko said. She assured residents that…

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho scored the only goal for Celtic in their 1-1 draw against Crvenda Zvezda in their UEFA Europa League opener on Wednesday. Coach Brendan Rodgers gave Iheanacho a place on the bench for their game at Crvenda Zvezda and favored Daizen Maeda to lead the line for the Hoops instead. That decision did not yield the desired result for Celtic in the first half, as they only managed two goal attempts, despite having the lion share of the possession. After the halftime break, Rodgers took off Maeda and introduced Iheanacho into the game. And that gave…

South Korea’s Naver is said to be moving close to a landmark deal that would give the internet giant control over Upbit, the country’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, according to local reports.Naver Financial, the company’s fintech arm, is in advanced talks with Upbit operator Dunamu, to carry out a comprehensive stock swap. Under this plan, the structure would see Naver issue new shares to acquire stakes from Dunamu’s existing shareholders. Both sides are now finalizing the swap ratio for the unlisted stock, Chosun Daily reported Thursday.In practice, a stock swap allows two companies to exchange shares instead of cash, creating a…

● Parties without core values offer voters no real choices, says Farounbi● Dormant political parties nothing but distraction, Yagboyanju warns● Ajayi: Too many inactive parties make Nigeria’s democracy a joke● Democracy thrives on diversity, M’Belt Forum president insists● ‘The more the merrier; only N’Assembly can regulate registration’● Adeoye: What Nigeria needs is stronger institutions, not more parties The absence of firm principles and values has left political parties offering little meaningful engagement to voters, widening the gulf between citizens and politicians. As the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) moves to register 14 new parties, stakeholders have debated whether Nigeria’s democracy…