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The Senate Committee on Regional Development on Tuesday queried the operations of the North West Development Commission over the delayed appointment of executive directors, alleged governance challenges and the expenditure of about N943m on board allowances. At an investigative session with officials of the commission and the Federal Ministry of Regional Development, lawmakers questioned why the NWDC remained the only regional development commission without executive directors, despite being among the first to be established under an Act of the National Assembly. The committee chairman, Babangida Hussaini, also scrutinised the commission’s financial records, governance structure and implementation of its mandate, warning…

The Debt Management Office has opened the July 2026 FGN Savings Bond subscription, offering Nigerians investment opportunities with returns of up to 15.716 per cent per annum. The latest offering marks the highest interest rate compared with previous issuances since the beginning of the year. The DMO announced the offer on behalf of the Federal Government of Nigeria, pursuant to the DMO (Establishment) Act 2003 and the Local Loans (Registered Stock and Securities) Act, CAP. L17, LFN 2004. According to the agency, the subscription window opened on 6 July and will run until 10 July 2026, with settlement scheduled for…

Sam Altman ChatGPT AI just circled November on the calendar and put a number next to Bitcoin Price Prediction. The model predicts $110,000 to $125,000 by the end of 2026, with a momentum overshoot toward $150,000 possible if ETF demand returns aggressively.The bull case treats the next 4 months as a waiting period before a real ignition event. Bitcoin trades near $63,700 today, and the model frames November as the inflection point where several forces align simultaneously. Election uncertainty clears, weaker investors get flushed out during the current soft patch, and markets can finally price in any final progress on…

By Nathaniel Shaibu About 36.2 million Nigerians across 26 states and the Federal Capital Territory are expected to face acute food and nutrition insecurity during the ongoing 2026 lean season, Save the Children International has warned. The organisation said the worsening humanitarian crisis, driven by conflict, climate shocks, rising food prices and dwindling global humanitarian funding, requires urgent intervention to avert further deterioration, particularly among children and mothers. Speaking at the Humanitarian Xchange Abuja 2026 conference on Tuesday, themed “Strengthening Local Voices, Partnerships and Innovations in Humanitarian Response”, Save the Children Nigeria Country Director, Duncan Harvey, said the latest Cadre…

Switzerland booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals after defeating Colombia 4-3 in a dramatic penalty shootout following a goalless 120 minutes in their Round of 16 clash at BC Place in Vancouver. The two sides, on Tuesday, failed to find a breakthrough during regulation or extra time despite creating several opportunities. Colombia came closest through Jhon Lucumí, whose effort struck the crossbar, while Switzerland threatened through Zeki Amdouni and Ruben Vargas, but neither side could break the deadlock. In the shootout, Switzerland held their nerve to prevail 4-3, sealing their place in the last eight where…

The chairman of the right wing populist political party, Reform UK, Lee Anderson has accused Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch of “running scared” after she criticised Nigel Farage over his decision to resign as MP for Clacton, paving the way for a by-election. Badenoch’s remarks came after Farage announced his resignation, citing ongoing scrutiny over his financial affairs and insisting voters in Clacton—not Westminster—should determine his political future. The leader of the UK’s anti-immigration political movement, Farage, had announced on Tuesday that he is resigning as a member of parliament to force a snap by-election, PUNCH Online quoted AFP to have…

By Samuel Omotere Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo, has said that an active sex life contributes to a woman’s radiant appearance, while opening up about life as a single mother, becoming a grandmother and why she has become less outspoken on controversial issues. The actress made the remarks during a Monday appearance on The Morayo Show, where she spoke candidly about her personal life, family and career. Speaking on what she believes contributes to women’s youthful appearance and confidence, Ojo said, “We (single mothers) are happy. I think some married women are happy too. I don’t think it’s about being single…

Former Liverpool winger Rinsola Babajide says choosing to represent Nigeria instead of England is one of the best decisions of her football career, Soccernet.ng reports. The double-winning AS Roma forward insists she feels fortunate to have benefited from both countries during her journey to the top. Born and raised in London to Nigerian parents, Babajide was eligible to play for both England and the West African nation. Her football career began in England, where she developed through the youth systems before playing professionally for Crystal Palace, Millwall Lionesses and Watford. In 2018, she earned a move to Liverpool, where she…

Selected widows operating small-scale businesses in Obokun Local Government Area of Osun State have received grants to support their businesses from a former member of the State House of Assembly, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye. The beneficiaries received the grant ranging from N30,000 to N50,000 at an event held in Ibokun on Tuesday to commemorate Oyintiloye’s birthday. Speaking at the event, Oyintiloye, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, described the gesture as part of efforts to reinforce the initiative championed by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, to encourage women’s participation in small-scale businesses. He explained that the intervention…

Super Eagles winger Samuel Kalu has addressed the growing speculation surrounding his future at Botev Plovdiv as interest in his signature continues to build ahead of the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. Kalu has emerged as a target for several clubs following an impressive campaign with the Bulgarian side, with his performances putting him firmly back on the transfer radar after reviving his career. The 28-year-old joined Botev Plovdiv in 2025 in a bid to get his career back on track after a difficult spell in Europe. He went on to make 26 appearances across all competitions last season, scoring three goals…