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Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen has revealed that one of his biggest dreams away from football is to return to school and earn a university degree, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles striker said education remains important to him despite the success he has achieved on the pitch. Osimhen explained that football careers do not last forever, and he wants to prepare himself for life after retirement while also inspiring young people to stay in school. The 27-year-old admitted that leaving school was one of the biggest risks he ever took. Growing up in the Olusosun area of Lagos, his family struggled…

More than 50 couples in Ecuador have chosen to include their dogs and cats as symbolic witnesses at their civil wedding ceremonies following the introduction of “pet-friendly” weddings. The initiative, introduced in May by Ecuador’s Civil Registry, allows pets to leave a paw print on a symbolic marriage certificate alongside the signatures of the couple and their human witnesses. The paw print has no legal standing but serves as a sentimental keepsake. For newlyweds Diana Tupiza and Andres Alquinga, their Pekingese dog, Luna, played that special role during their civil wedding in Quito, France 24 and Times of India report…

The stablecoin market has lost more than $10 billion since May, but it might not be a warning sign. Instead, money is flowing into memecoins as investors chase higher returns on Robinhood chain. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the CLARITY Act are now driving price sentiment, with lawmakers expected to unveil an updated version of the bill next week.Japan added to the optimism during WebX 2026. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged stronger backing for Web3 through funding and friendlier policies. Fundstrat’s Tom Lee also grabbed headlines after calling Ethereum the settlement layer for the AI economy, a view that continues attracting institutional…

Jide Ajia The number of policyholders under the National Health Insurance Authority has climbed to 22.03 million following the accelerated rollout of the country’s mandatory health insurance policy, signalling that Nigeria’s drive towards achieving Universal Health Coverage has gained significant momentum. The Director-General of the NHIA, Kelechi Ohiri, announced this milestone at the Annual General Meeting of the Nigerian Association of Insurance and Pension Editors in Lagos recently, noting that the sharp 35 per cent year-on-year growth reflects a growing nationwide acceptance of health insurance and the Federal Government’s resolve to provide affordable healthcare to all Nigerians. Speaking on the…

National Sports Commission (NSC) Director General Bukola Olopade has dismissed reports suggesting Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle could leave Nigeria for another African national team, Soccernet.ng reports. DG Olopade maintains that the Franco-Malian tactician remains fully committed to the country’s long-term football project. Chelle appears to feature prominently on the wishlist of several nations on the continent after leading Nigeria to a third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). His tactical work with the Super Eagles, together with the improvements he previously made with Mali, attracted attention from football federations looking for a new coach. Among…

Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening diplomatic relations with Sierra Leone following the formal presentation of the Letters of Credence by Nigeria’s High Commissioner, Mrs Ayo Luther-Ogbomode, to the West African nation, as both countries seek to strengthen bilateral cooperation and regional integration. The Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed in a statement on its verified X handle on Monday, that the Nigerian envoy officially presented her Letters of Credence to the President of Sierra Leone, Dr Julius Maada Bio, during a ceremony held in Freetown. The presentation of Letters of Credence formally recognises an ambassador or high commissioner…

The Nigeria Super Eagles could receive a significant boost in their pursuit of 2030 World Cup qualification, as FIFA President Gianni Infantino has hinted at a potential change in tournament regulations, Soccernet.ng reports. ​With the 2026 World Cup currently in its semifinal stage and set to conclude on July 19, discussions regarding the format of the next tournament have already begun. ​The 2026 edition serves as the first to feature 48 teams — an increase of 16 from the traditional 32. Aside from some off-field challenges, the tournament has been widely regarded as a significant success. Following this positive reception,…

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Google Gemini AI just made the most contrarian Solana price prediction case in this entire series, opening by calling the current setup a classic contrarian buying opportunity at a moment when almost nobody wants to touch it. The model predicts $100 to $115 within 90 days as retail capitulation gives way to institutional accumulation and a short squeeze.The bull case is built entirely on a divergence between network activity and price that the model deems unsustainable.Solana trades near $79 today during what the prediction calls the most bearish sentiment peak of 2026, yet June 2026 just marked the busiest month…

​Portuguese side SC Braga has officially confirmed the signing of young Nigerian defender Adebisi Olamikun from Inter Lagos, Soccernet.ng reports. ​In recent years, Inter Lagos has consistently produced top-tier talent, successfully facilitating their transition to European clubs for further professional development. Olamikun, widely regarded as one of the club’s standout performers, is the latest to make the jump. The left-footed center-back established himself as one of the highest-rated defenders in the league, a feat that ultimately paved the way for this significant career move. Adebisi Olamikun at Inter Lagos. (photo credit: Inter Lagos/X) ​While specific terms remain undisclosed by either…