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Ripple’s XRP is holding above $2.50, showing resilience amid mixed sentiment. Optimism is rising over Bitwise’s XRP spot ETF, which could draw institutional inflows, while traders remain cautious ahead of Ripple’s 1 billion-token escrow unlock on November 1. The balance between ETF-driven optimism and supply pressure may determine whether XRP continues its climb or faces a short-term pullback.XRP Gains Institutional Attention as Bitwise Nears Spot ETF LaunchXRP continues to capture institutional interest as Bitwise moves closer to launching its highly anticipated XRP-spot ETF. The asset manager recently updated its filing to include a NYSE listing and a 0.34% management fee,…

Chima Azubuike Health experts have called for renewed investment, transparency, and accountability in Nigeria’s health sector, urging government and stakeholders to prioritise health financing as a national development and security issue. They made the call on Wednesday during a webinar jointly organised by PUNCH Nigeria Limited, Nigeria Health Watch, and Premium Times, with the theme: “Investing in Health in a Limited Fiscal Space.” The panellists included Country Director, Results for Development, Felix Obi; Chief Executive Officer, African Business Coalition for Health, Dr Mories Atoki; and Head of Strengthening Health Systems at BudgIT Nigeria, Dr Biobele Davidson. The experts collectively called…

Despite interest from Frankfurt, Raphael Onyedika is not close to leaving Club Brugge during the January transfer window if reports from Belgium are anything to go by, Soccernet.ng understands. Transfer negotiations between Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt and Belgian giants Club Brugge for Nigerian midfielder Onyedika have reached a complex impasse, with both clubs locked in a strategic standoff. Reports from Voetbalnieuws.be indicate Frankfurt’s pursuit of Onyedika stretches back to last summer, but the deal remains entangled in timing and valuation issues. Nigeria and Club Brugge star Raphael Onyedika. Copyright: xTomasxSiskxIMAGO Club Brugge have set the bar high, demanding over €20…

In-form Trabzonspor striker Paul Onuachu is set to return to Nigeria’s provisional squad ahead of the Super Eagles’ crucial World Cup playoff clash with Gabon later this month, Soccernet.ng reports. Reports from Turkey suggest head coach Eric Chelle has notified the Trabzonspor striker of his inclusion in the extended list, signalling a possible recall after a 521-day absence. The towering forward last featured for Nigeria on June 10, 2024, in the 2-1 defeat to Benin Republic in 2024 World Cup qualifying. Nigeria’s next match is against Gabon on November 13, a game where Onuachu could make his long-awaited return. Photo…

Concerned about Nigeria’s persistent challenges in emergency healthcare response, CareOne Digital Hospitals, has launched Port Harcourt’s first-ever free emergency ambulance service, designed to ensure that no patient is denied life-saving help due to cost or delay. Project Director, Dr. Segun Ebitanmi, said the initiative is to make healthcare more accessible and responsive to Nigerians. “Our goal is to make sure patients get proper medical care quickly, safely, and without worrying about payment first. Every second counts in an emergency.” He added  that the service, operating operates 24 hours daily under CareOne’s ongoing transformation of Rehoboth Specialist Hospital, is GPS-enabled and…

During the European session, Ethereum (ETH) is trading near $3,802, showing mild gains as traders weigh whether the next move will be a breakout or a pullback. With a market cap of $467.7 billion, ETH remains the second-largest cryptocurrency, but its price action has tightened notably inside a symmetrical triangle pattern that’s been forming since mid-October.This setup reflects growing indecision as volatility compresses between key resistance at $4,255 and support around $3,680–$3,750. Buyers continue to defend the lower boundary, while sellers maintain control near the top. For now, the market is at a standstill, and traders are watching closely to…

Chima Azubuike   Health experts have called for renewed investment, transparency, and accountability in Nigeria’s health sector, urging government and stakeholders to prioritise health financing as a national development and security issue. They made the call on Wednesday during a webinar jointly organised by PUNCH Nigeria Limited, Nigeria Health Watch, and Premium Times, with the theme: “Investing in Health in a Limited Fiscal Space.” The panellists included Country Director, Results for Development, Felix Obi; Chief Executive Officer, African Business Coalition for Health, Dr Mories Atoki; and Head of Strengthening Health Systems at BudgIT Nigeria, Dr Biobele Davidson. The experts collectively…

In SummaryRecent mobility studies show that more than 90% of passenger and freight movement in Africa still relies on road transport, placing sustained pressure on urban corridors and increasing congestion intensity as cities expand.Urban population growth and informal transport reliance continue to influence travel time, access cost, and commute reliability across the continent.Regional mobility reforms show increasing investment in rail, BRT systems, and digital transport regulation as governments push to modernize movement.Deep Dive!!Lagos, Nigeria, Wednesday, October 29 – Urban traffic has become one of Africa’s most persistent development tests, shaping how cities trade, and expand. Congestion data for mid-2025 shows…

A visiting Professor at Taraba State University, Jalingo, Professor Jonah Onuoha, said the ongoing wave of defections by politicians to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is driven by fear of losing in the 2027 general elections and a desire to evade anti-graft scrutiny. Speaking in Jalingo, Onuoha described the defections as evidence that many Nigerian politicians lack genuine political ideology and are guided mainly by personal interests.“These politicians are looking for a platform where they can win elections in 2027 and also where agencies like the EFCC will not come after them during or after their tenures. The defections…

At just 17, Honest Ahanor has become one of Serie A’s most fascinating young stories. A prodigious, poised, left-footed defender, Ahanor has burst into Europe’s elite football with the grace and confidence of a veteran. His rise has been meteoric and magical; from Genoa’s youth ranks to Atalanta’s Champions League starting XI, all before his 18th birthday. Honest Ahanor of Atalanta BC play the ball during Atalanta BC vs SS Lazio. Copyright: xDavidexCasentini/IMAGO Yet, while his football speaks volumes, it is the tug-of-war over his international future that has set the stage for another intriguing football sagas. It is a…