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Bitcoin Cash (BCH) is gaining fresh momentum as Grayscale moves forward with its updated ETF application – fueling a wave of speculation and strengthening a bullish Bitcoin Cash price prediction.The firm’s revised filing brings a potential BCH-backed ETF in the U.S. one step closer to reality, with the countdown now on for regulatory approval.If launched, the ETF could significantly boost demand by opening the door to institutional capital. U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) – August Data August PPI came in at -0.1%, surprising markets with a decline. Expectation: +0.3% Previous: +0.7%This softer reading reflects lower service costs, signaling potential cooling…

Chima Azubuike Following reports of artificial fruits ripening with calcium carbide in Billiri Local Government Area of Gombe State the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control on Friday carried out a sensitisation exercise. Fruits provide the body with micronutrients that improve immunity and prevent diseases among other benefits. Fruit ripening is a unique aspect of plant development, which makes the fruit edible, softer, sweeter, more palatable, nutritious, and attractive. However, the consumption of fruits such as mango, banana, plantain, guava, orange, grape, etc or any other fruits ripened with calcium carbide is dangerous to health. Speaking during…

It was a night of mixed fortunes for Nigeria’s biggest women’s football stars as Asisat Oshoala announced herself in Saudi Arabia while Chiamaka Nnadozie suffered her first defeat in England, Soccernet.ng reports. Oshoala, who joined Al-Hilal on 2 September from Bay FC in the United States, wasted no time making an impression. The six-time African Women’s Footballer of the Year scored on her debut to help Al-Hilal edge Al-Qadsiah 4-3 in a thrilling Saudi Women’s Premier League opener. Nigeria and Al-Hilal star Asisat Oshoala. Photo by IMAGO The Ikorodu-born striker was heavily involved throughout, registering three shots and playing the…

The Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ecology and Climate Change, Senator Ireti Kingibe has expressed support for the GreenSkyBreathe Nigeria Campaign aimed at addressing air pollution in the country. Kingibe, in a statement in Abuja, expressed concern over the death of no fewer than 6.5 million persons annually from air pollution globally. Stressing the need for converted efforts to address the catastrophic effect of air pollution in the country, she applauded the launch of the $20Bn Ecocitizen Travel Marketplace and its flagship “GreenSkyBreathe Nigeria Campaign. The lawmaker emarked that since air pollution does not respect borders, it behooves…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has shortlisted 14 associations for the next stage of assessment in their bid to be registered as political parties in Nigeria. National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, announced the decision on Thursday following a meeting of the Commission in Abuja. He said the applications were drawn from 171 associations that had submitted requests to INEC. Olumekun explained that the applications were examined against the provisions of Section 222 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), Section 79 of the Electoral Act 2022, and the Commission’s Regulations and Guidelines for Political…

A governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has pledged to make agriculture the cornerstone of his administration if elected in the 2026 governorship election. Party leaders, ward chairmen, and officials reaffirmed their support for his aspiration, describing him as a “round peg in a round hole” capable of taking the state to greater heights. The APC state treasurer, Femi Kujembola, commended Oyebamiji for conducting his consultations in line with party guidelines, noting that his campaign had been issue-based and devoid of attacks on fellow aspirants. Speaking with journalists, Oyebamiji said agriculture holds the…

The military forces in charge of security in the Northwest, Operation Fansan Yamma (OPFY), have confirmed the killing of five soldiers in an ambush along Lilo-kotorkoshi road in Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The Guardian gathered that the five soldiers were killed while they were escorting some traders to Gusau market last Monday. However, scores of bandits were also neutralised. In a statement, the OPFY spokesman in the state, Captain David Adewusi, said the troops of 1 Brigade Forward Operating Base in Lilo village of Gusau Local government area of the state came under heavy terrorist fire while…

South African football powerbroker Natasha Tsichlas has taken a swipe at Nigeria’s Super Eagles after their laboured 1-1 draw with Bafana Bafana in Bloemfontein on Tuesday night, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria went into the game needing victory to revive their stuttering World Cup qualifying hopes but were instead left frustrated. William Troost-Ekong’s own goal handed South Africa the lead, before Calvin Bassey rescued a point with his first-ever international goal for Nigeria. Super Eagles vs South Africa. Photo Credit: CAF Comms The draw preserved Nigeria’s unbeaten away record against Bafana Bafana, but Tsichlas, a former Mamelodi Sundowns chief and now vice-president…

XRP price prediction scenarios intensify as the REX-Osprey Spot XRP ETF officially launched on September 12, marking the first-ever spot XRP exchange-traded fund available in the United States.Meanwhile, Tokyo-listed gaming company Gumi approved a strategic $17 million XRP acquisition, planning to purchase 6 million tokens through February 2026. Technical analysis reveals XRP testing key resistance at $3.00 after breaking from long-term descending wedge patterns, with multiple projections targeting $3.30-$3.70 range.Historic ETF Approval Signals Regulatory AcceptanceThe REX-Osprey Spot XRP ETF cleared the SEC’s review process, becoming the first regulated fund offering direct XRP exposure to U.S. investors. The product holds actual…

Tukur Muntari Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, on Friday received the Nigerian conjoined twins, Hassana and Hussaina, who returned to the country after undergoing a successful separation surgery in Saudi Arabia. The twins, who arrived at the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport with their family, were welcomed to a warm reception by government officials, community members, and representatives of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The life-saving operation was carried out at the King Abdullah Specialist Children’s Hospital in Riyadh under the directives of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Hassana and Hussaina had been flown…