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Bitcoin can find support across America’s political divide when framed through the lens of each party’s core beliefs, according to a new report released Thursday by the BTC Policy Institute. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin gains support across party lines when messaging aligns with each group’s core values. Democrats respond to financial inclusion narratives, while Republicans and Independents favor themes of energy stability and transaction freedom. Independents are the most likely to own Bitcoin. The study draws on survey data collected in June 2025 by polling firm Cygnal, analyzing how Democrats, Republicans, and Independents respond to different narratives surrounding Bitcoin.Study Finds Bitcoin…

Super Eagles captain William Troost‑Ekong has responded to criticism from Michael Lahoud and former teammate Troy Deeney, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Watford defender described their remarks on CBS Sports as disrespectful and revealed that he had to Google who Lahoud was before understanding his comments. The Nigerian defender, who has earned 83 caps and captained the Super Eagles to the AFCON 2023 final, said he was disappointed by the comments, especially given his past support for Deeney during his time at Watford. Super Eagles player, Troost Ekong in Training at the 2023 African Cup Of Nation, Copyright: ImagoxAdeniyixMuyiwaxAdeniyixMuyiwax Ekong insisted…

• Damagum-led NWC, BoT, state chairmen insist convention will hold• Abdulrahman-led faction announces boycott, cites illegality• Saraki urges suspension, warns convention will ‘deepen crisis’ With just a day to its Ibadan convention, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is trapped in a storm of conflicting court orders, intensifying legal battles, and deepening internal rifts, as senior figures urge suspension while party leaders insist the exercise will proceed in what may define the PDP’s future. Amid the crisis, there are strong indications that the party’s leadership may opt to constitute a caretaker committee as a temporary measure to avert a total breakdown…

Super Eagles will be without midfielder Wilfred Ndidi when they face DR Congo in this weekend’s 2026 FIFA World Cup play-off final, Soccernet.ng reports.  The former Leicester City star picked up a decisive booking in Nigeria’s dramatic 4–1 extra-time win over Gabon in Rabat. Nigeria produced an impressive finish to overpower the Panthers, but the victory came at a cost. Ndidi’s yellow card—his second of the World Cup qualification series—will rule him out of the crucial clash against DR Congo. Tolu Arokodare, Wilfred Ndidi and Stanley Nwabali of Nigeria during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match between the Super…

The Bauchi State Police Command has trained members of the National Association of Waste Dealers Employers of Nigeria and the Waste Recycling Association of Nigeria, Bauchi State Chapter, on how to identify improvised explosive devices and other dangerous materials. The Commander of the Police Bomb Squad, DSP Sunday Ekphah, speaking at the training in Bauchi on Wednesday, said the sensitisation became necessary to equip waste dealers with the skills to recognise metals and other items commonly used in fabricating explosive devices. He explained that the campaign was a collaboration between the Nigeria Police Force and the national bodies of the…

A leading US banking group has urged regulators to stop Sony Bank’s crypto venture, warning against its plan for a national trust that would issue a dollar-pegged stablecoin.Sony stunned markets last month when its banking arm filed to form Connectia Trust, a federally chartered institution that would issue a $1-backed stablecoin, manage the reserves behind it, and provide digital asset custody and management. If approved, Sony would join a short list of major firms seeking national digital bank status, alongside Coinbase, Circle, Paxos, Stripe and Ripple.In a Nov. 6 letter to the OCC, the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA)…

As the 2027 governorship race gathers momentum in Bauchi State, the battle line is being drawn between Abuja’s expanding influence under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Bala Mohammed’s entrenched political machinery. While both camps prepare for an epic showdown, a growing number of aspirants lacking strong political backing are struggling for relevance in a state famed for defying godfathers, RAUF OYEWOLE reports. As the countdown to 2027 begins, anxiety is mounting among governorship hopefuls in Bauchi State, particularly within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Many believe President Bola Tinubu will play a decisive role in shaping the outcome…

Eric Chelle’s Super Eagles took a huge step toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 4–1 extra-time victory over Gabon in Rabat, Soccernet.ng reports. Head coach Eric Chelle believes the performance exhibits the identity Nigeria are gradually building under his watch. Nigeria delivered a dominant display to overturn a tense match and secure their place in the World Cup play-off final against DR Congo. Super Eagles players celebrate 4-1 victory against Gabon. Photo by NFF Comms Goals from Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke and a late surge from Victor Osimhen sealed a memorable win, but the manager insisted the…

The Democratic Republic of Congo pulled off a shock result in the FIFA World Cup CAF qualifying playoff on Thursday, defeating Cameroon 1-0 to book their place in Sunday’s decisive final against Nigeria’s Super Eagles, Soccernet.ng reports. In a cagey encounter in Rabat, both sides matched each other stride for stride, with neither team able to impose clear dominance through the opening 90 minutes. Possession was evenly shared, both teams registered two shots on target apiece, and the midfield battle was as tight as it was tactical. Alex Iwobi, Ademola Lukmon and Calvin Bassey during the Super Eagles of Nigeria…

The lingering crisis in some communities within Ondo East Local Council of Ondo State took a fresh twist yesterday as farmers and residents disowned two detained traditional rulers, describing them as impostors and self-acclaimed leaders. The protesters, who stormed Akure, the state capital, claimed that the detained monarchs were no longer recognized as heads of their communities, insisting that their alleged actions had caused unrest in the area. Their protest followed an earlier demonstration by some farmers who alleged the illegal detention of the monarchs and the forceful takeover of ancestral lands. Addressing journalists, spokesman of the protesters, Ademola Ajibade,…