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Author Ahmed Barakat Author Ahmed Barakat Part of the Team Since Mar 2024 About Author Ahmed Barakat is a journalist and copywriter based in Georgia with a growing focus on blockchain technology, DeFi, AI, privacy, digital assets, and fintech innovation. Share Last updated:  September 10, 2026 Crypto is trading as a macro asset again, with the bond market driving the day’s risk tone. Bitcoin price has drifted back toward $78,000 as long-term US borrowing costs remain elevated, falling 1.6% on the day and sitting roughly flat on the week. The broader digital asset market is down 1.88% to $2.65 trillion.The…

The Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit has commenced plans to establish a Joint Financial Intelligence Collaboration framework aimed at strengthening financial intelligence sharing between public and private sector institutions. The proposed framework is expected to enhance collaboration among regulators, banks, insurance companies, fintechs, Virtual Asset Service Providers, technology firms and other stakeholders in identifying emerging financial threats and disrupting illicit financial networks. The NFIU in a statement released on Thursday said the initiative was discussed at a high-level stakeholder engagement organised by the NFIU with the support of the British High Commission, Nigeria, and the Convention for Business Integrity. “Nigeria has…

Former Scotland midfielder Andy Halliday has weighed in on the controversial penalty decision involving Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez during Rangers’ 1-0 win over St Mirren on Wednesday, Soccernet.ng reports. The Light Blues recorded a fourth consecutive league victory at Ibrox as they continued their impressive recovery after a slow start to the campaign. Rangers had previously recorded wins over Aberdeen, Falkirk and Motherwell, making it three straight league victories before Wednesday’s clash. The run has seen them gradually move back towards the top of the standings and into the title race. A late goal from Bojan Miovski sealed maximum points for Derek…

The Kwara State Government has approved the 2024 and 2025 promotion exercises for workers in the civil service, agencies, and media houses. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-approves-backlog-of-promotions-for-workers/

By James Abraham The Plateau State Government has confirmed that the number of suspected diphtheria cases in the state has risen to 303, with the death toll increasing to 27. The State Epidemiologist, Dr Maren Damulak, disclosed this on Wednesday while briefing journalists in Jos. He said the number of fatalities had risen from the previously reported 23. Damulak said the majority of the suspected cases were recorded in Jos North Local Government Area, with Rikkos community identified as one of the worst-hit areas. He added that children constituted a significant proportion of those affected. In response to the outbreak,…

Ayra Starr styled by Jahulie for 66 GREENE Magazine, featuring a spiky Y2K-inspired updo and statement earrings. Afrobeats superstar Ayra Starr is opening up about growth, solitude, and finding her true voice on the latest cover of 66 GREENE. From moving into her first solo apartment in New York City after filming Children of Blood and Bone in Cape Town to touring the globe with Coldplay, the 24-year-old singer-songwriter is charting a brand new chapter. In her feature interview, she reflects on the reality of living on her own terms, learning from her world tours, and crafting her album, Starrgirl.…

Author Ahmed Barakat Author Ahmed Barakat Part of the Team Since Mar 2024 About Author Ahmed Barakat is a journalist and copywriter based in Georgia with a growing focus on blockchain technology, DeFi, AI, privacy, digital assets, and fintech innovation. Share Fact Checked by CryptoNews Editorial Team Author CryptoNews Editorial Team Part of the Team Since Sep 2018 About Author The CryptoNews editorial team is composed of seasoned writers specializing in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Their expertise ensures comprehensive, accurate, and insightful content for… Last updated:  September 10, 2026 Source: YouTube/UNCHAIN Convention XRP hovers under $1.40 while the Ripple former…

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has officially unveiled the National Community Food Bank Programme for the South-East geopolitical zone. Tinubu performed the ceremony at the old Governor’s Lodge in Amawbia on Thursday, marking a major milestone in the Federal Government’s nationwide food security and social welfare drive. The South-East zonal food bank initiative is structured to cushion vulnerable groups against economic hardships, directly targeting widows, the elderly, persons with disabilities, nursing mothers, and young children with essential food assistance and nutrition education. Speaking at the event, the First Lady emphasised that the programme formed a core component of the…

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has seen Galatasaray’s 3-1 UEFA Champions League opening defeat at Sporting CP attributed to his absence, Soccernet.ng reports. Galatasaray travelled to Lisbon without Osimhen after the 27-year-old sustained a right adductor injury in the 3-2 Süper Lig win at Basaksehir last Friday that will keep him out for approximately three weeks. The Yellow-Reds fell 3-1 at the Estadio José Alvalade despite dominating possession, and now face an uphill start to their Champions League league phase campaign. Victor Osimhen welcomes Galatasaray’s new transfer Rafael Leao. Copyright: ImagoxBurakxBasturkx Get Our Sports News First – Join Our WhatsApp Channel…

The National Orientation Agency has rejected the allegation by the National Association of Nigerian Students that it is overreaching its mandate by championing the proposed National Learner Identification Number. The Agency said its involvement in the LIN initiative was limited to communicating government policies and programmes to Nigerians, stressing that it was neither the originator nor the implementing agency of the proposed identification system. The PUNCH reports that NANS was reacting to a statement by the National Association of Nigerian Students, which rejected the LIN, describing it as an unnecessary duplication of the National Identification Number. The students’ body, through…