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Eric Trump has claimed that surging demand for cryptocurrencies could “save the US dollar” by drawing global investment flows into America, tying the fortunes of digital assets to the strength of the nation’s currency.The president’s son and outspoken crypto supporter told the Financial Times this week that the digital assets boom would funnel “trillions from around the world in wonky currencies” into the US. He argued that Bitcoin mining and financial independence could power “a kind of financial revolution” rooted in America, adding, “I think it arguably saves the US dollar.”Trump’s remarks came hours after he rang Nasdaq’s opening bell…

As the crisis rocking local government administration in Osun State lingers, the Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court to probe the circumstances surrounding a controversial letter dated September 2, 2025, allegedly issued from his office in connection with the stalemate at the third tier of governance in the state. The letter purportedly directed that a case before a vacation judge be heard by that judge substantively even after the vacation.  Earlier, the Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) had accused the state chairman of the…

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen will not be in action tonight when Eintracht Frankfurt take on Galatasaray, Soccernet.ng reports. The 26-year-old striker suffered a bruised shin in Nigeria’s 1-0 win against Rwanda at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, and travelled back to Turkey, missing the 1-1 draw against South Africa. He missed team training on Tuesday and yesterday, it was confirmed that the former VfL Wolfsburg striker will not make the trip to the Deutsche Bank Park tonight. Victor Osimhen in action for the Super Eagles of Nigeria against Rwanda. [PHOTO Credit: Esther Umoh on X].Get Our Sports News First – Join…

In the year 2025, mental health has been a big deal in many regions of Africa, not just a minor issue. Digital projects, improvements to the law, and campaigns to raise awareness are all working to get rid of stigma and to make things easier to get to.It’s interesting to see how people use digital platforms, whether for health or entertainment, like Pusoy Go on GameZone. This shows how online spaces can get people talking and bring people together. This same digital momentum is now affecting conversations about mental health all over the continent.10. EthiopiaEthiopia is bringing mental health services…

• Government House deserted, supporters, entertainers disperse• Wike declares peace with Fubara, downplays second term debate• Rivers House of Assembly probes emergency rule• ADC condemns Tinubu over crisis, calls for Supreme Court ruling• PANDEF welcomes lifting of emergency rule, urges reconciliation• Analysts divided over Fubara’s absence Rivers State’s return to democracy ended in suspense yesterday, as Governor Siminalayi Fubara failed to resume office after emergency rule, leaving jubilant supporters disillusioned. It had been widely expected that Fubara, who was outside the country during the suspension of the emergency rule on Wednesday, would make a dramatic return to resume office. However,…

William Troost-Ekong came under harsh knocks, especially from the Nigeria Football Federation no less, following his error in Bloemfontein Former Nigeria striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has defended Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong after the defender’s own goal against South Africa intensified calls for him to retire from international football, Soccernet.ng reports. William Troost-Ekong, who has been one of Nigeria’s most reliable performers in recent years, was heavily criticised after his mistake in the World Cup qualifier. But Aiyegbeni, himself remembered for the open-goal miss against South Korea at the 2010 World Cup, said Nigerians must stop scapegoating individuals for collective failings.…

In SummaryAfrican nations that perform well on the CGGI often combine institutional independence with investment in citizen trust, not just economic size.Countries that rank higher on governance indices usually benefit from political stability, but reforms in smaller states like Rwanda and Mauritius show size is not decisive.The CGGI reflects more than democracy; it measures government capacity, public services, and rule of law, which explains why some non-democracies still score strongly.Deep Dive!!Lagos, Nigeria, Wednesday, September 17 – Good governance is increasingly recognized as one of Africa’s most valuable assets. While natural resources and population strength shape economies, the ability of governments…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has warned that under a democratic regime, the President of Nigeria should not assume powers over state governors and lawmakers, nor should they draw any form of legitimacy from Aso Rock. The opposition party further said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu lacks the power to fire and hire governors, insisting that the situation in Rivers State, where democratically elected officeholders were whimsically stopped from functioning, is one matter the apex court must settle once and for all to avoid further infringement. The ADC said the suspension of the Rivers Governor was self-serving and remains unconstitutional. This…

A member of the House of Representatives representing Fagge Federal Constituency, Hon. Barr. Mohammed Shehu, has expressed deep concern over the prolonged neglect of severe ecological challenges threatening his constituency. Shehu specifically warned that Kwanar Gogo quarters, an ancient community in Fagge, may soon be completely washed away by gully erosion, which has already placed several lives and properties at risk. Briefing journalists on Thursday about the pressing challenges facing his constituency, the lawmaker lamented that residents of Kwanar Gogo have endured over two decades of persistent land degradation without a lasting solution. He noted that despite several inspections and…

The White House is searching for fresh candidates to chair the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) after the nomination of Brian Quintenz stalled amid mounting political pushback and controversy involving the Winklevoss twins.Quintenz, a former CFTC commissioner and head of policy at a16z crypto, was tapped by President Donald Trump in February to lead the derivatives regulator. His nomination was initially supported by a coalition of crypto industry groups, who argued he was “exceptionally well-suited” for the role given his experience with digital assets. But a series of delays in the Senate Agriculture Committee, which oversees the agency, has left…