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Belgian giants Genk are closing in on a deal to sign Super Eagles forward Rafiu Durosinmi from Pisa this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. Durosinmi only joined Pisa during the winter transfer window after impressing at Czech club Viktoria Plzeň. However, his move to Italy did not go as planned. The Nigerian striker managed just one goal in 12 appearances as Pisa endured a disappointing campaign and finished bottom of the Serie A table, suffering relegation to Serie B. Despite that setback, the 23-year-old now appears set for a fresh start, with Genk moving closer to completing a deal that would see him leave…

A single Robinhood transaction just moved 200 million DOGE, and the market wants to know who’s behind it. Dogecoin trades above $0.073, holding modest daily gains. However, the real story sits beneath the surface. Open interest has climbed above $1.08 billion, while derivatives activity continues to heat up. That combination usually means volatility is at the door.Meanwhile, traders are watching a thick liquidation cluster around $0.074. If bulls push through, short sellers could fuel a sharp squeeze. If momentum fades instead, late buyers may find themselves trapped. Either way, the next move looks unlikely to be a quiet one. Dogecoin…

Resident doctors at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Idi Araba, have commenced an indefinite strike over poor residential accommodation, delayed salary payments for newly employed doctors, and the withdrawal of call duty meals. The President of the Association of Resident Doctors, LUTH chapter, Dr Omogbolahan Adenuga, disclosed this in an exclusive interview with PUNCH Healthwise on Monday, stating that the industrial action began at 8am on July 20, 2026, after efforts to resolve the issues failed. The ARD president stated that the doctors are demanding the immediate completion of the renovation of the hospital’s doctors’ residential quarters, payment of salaries…

The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Shehu Mohammed, has called for stronger international cooperation in road safety, saying Nigeria remains committed to achieving the United Nations target of halving road traffic deaths and injuries by 2030 through reforms, technology and strategic partnerships. A statement issued by the agency on Tuesday noted that Mohammed made the call while presenting Nigeria’s national statement at the ongoing United Nations High-Level Meeting on Improving Global Road Safety in New York, where he is leading the country’s delegation on the directive of President Bola Tinubu. The meeting brings together Heads of State,…

Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been named the best striker in the World, above the likes of Harry Kane and Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, Soccernet.ng reports. Former Galatasaray right back Przemyslaw Frankowski has placed the ex-Napoli forward at the top of Europe’s elite finishers after a campaign that saw him become the highest-scoring Nigerian in the UEFA Champions League. Osimhen enjoyed another outstanding campaign in Turkey last season, helping Galatasaray secure the Turkish Super Lig title, scoring 22 goals and providing six assists in 33 games across all competitions for Okan Buruk’s side. Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray…

Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued kidnapped victims, foiled an attempted abduction and arrested suspected terrorist logistics suppliers transporting 10 motorcycles in separate operations across Zamfara, Katsina and Kebbi states. The Joint Task Force (North West) disclosed the successes in a statement issued on Tuesday by its Media Information Officer, Lt. Col. Aliyu Danja. According to the statement, the operations were carried out on July 19 and 20 as part of sustained efforts to dismantle terrorist networks and deny criminal groups freedom of action across the North-West. In Zamfara State, troops responded to a distress call from residents of…

Victor Boniface took an important step in his comeback after scoring twice in Bayer Leverkusen’s 7-0 pre-season victory over fifth-tier German club Sportfreunde Baumberg, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian striker found the net twice within four minutes, ending a long wait for a goal in a Bayer shirt after last scoring for the Bundesliga side at the end of March 2025.The friendly certainly did not carry any competitive stake. However, it was a significant moment for the 25-year-old, whose career has been interrupted by injuries over the past year. Boniface spent much of the 2025/26 season battling knee problems and struggling…

Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz just reminded the market why conviction is the hardest edge to hold. XRP price is trading around $1.12, up about 1% over the past 24 hours after reclaiming the $1.10 level. That move has shifted momentum back toward the bulls, making the timing of Schwartz’s admission hit a little closer to home.In yesterday’s post on X, Schwartz confirmed he sold XRP at $0.10 and unloaded 40,000 ETH at roughly $1.05 each. Those decisions came from a risk reduction agreement with his wife, not from losing faith in either asset. As every trader eventually learns, your…

Citing their immature livers, kidneys and smaller body size, paediatricians have urged parents to stop giving children, especially those under five, adult medicines, warning that the practice could lead to severe organ damage. The child health experts also warned against giving children medications that were not prescribed by a doctor, including the common practice of administering half of an adult dose when a child falls ill. They stressed that children are not simply “small adults” and are often more sensitive to medication side effects, particularly those that cause drowsiness. The paediatricians advised parents to consider their children’s age and developmental…

The governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress in Kano State, Aminu Gwarzo, has congratulated the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on his 65th birthday, describing him as a patriot committed to Nigeria’s progress. In a statement issued on Monday by his spokesperson, Ibrahim Shuaibu, Gwarzo said Obi had continued to inspire millions of Nigerians through his commitment to good governance, accountability, honesty and selfless service. According to him, Obi’s consistent advocacy for transparency, economic growth, quality education and national unity has earned him widespread respect across the country. “Mr Obi’s strong support for transparency, economic growth, quality education and…