Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a stark warning: a ceasefire scheduled to take effect in Gaza will not proceed unless Hamas delivers a list of hostages slated for release. The truce, originally set to begin at 6:30 AM GMT, has been delayed due to what Hamas described as “technical reasons.” In a statement…
A significant breakthrough has been reached in the ongoing Gaza conflict, with Egypt announcing a truce that will see Israel releasing over 1,890 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for 33 Israeli hostages. The agreement, mediated by Egypt, Qatar, and the United States, marks a critical step toward de-escalation and is set to begin at 06:30 GMT…
In a recent interview with NBC, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump hinted at a possible 90-day extension for TikTok to avoid an impending ban in the United States. The announcement, expected to be finalized after he takes office on Monday, could provide temporary relief to the popular social media platform. “The 90-day extension is something that…
Thousands of demonstrators in Washington, predominantly women, on Saturday gathered to protest President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration. The march, smaller in scale than the massive protests that marked Trump’s first inauguration in 2017, highlighted critical issues such as gender justice, bodily autonomy, democracy, and immigration. Protesters assembled at three kickoff locations near the White House,…
In a move that has set the cryptocurrency world abuzz, President-elect Donald Trump unveiled his official meme coin, aptly named “TRUMP.” Announced through his Truth Social platform and later confirmed on his X account, the token is poised to shake up both the political and financial landscapes. Trump’s announcement of the TRUMP token, built on…
The Nigerian stock market, as measured by the All-Share Index (ASI), experienced a sharp downturn during the trading week ending January 17, 2025. This decline broke a six-week streak of consecutive gains, with the market impacted by losses in key sectors such as industrial goods and insurance. The All-Share Index fell by 3,097.38 points, closing…
Omar Marmoush is on the brink of completing a monumental €80 million transfer (€75m upfront) from Eintracht Frankfurt to Premier League champions Manchester City. This move comes off the back of an extraordinary season in the Bundesliga, where the 25-year-old Egypt international has lit up the league with 20 goals and 14 assists in just…
Brazilian government has officially announced Nigeria’s admission as a partner country in the BRICS bloc. The announcement was made by Brazil’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a statement on Friday, highlighting the shared priorities and common goals that unite Nigeria and BRICS member states. With a population of over 223 million—the largest in Africa—and as…
In a major boost for Manchester City, Erling Haaland has signed a new 9.5-year contract, extending his stay at the Etihad Stadium until 2034. The Premier League champions announced the deal on Friday, marking a long-term commitment from one of football’s brightest stars. The 24-year-old striker’s previous contract was set to expire in June 2027,…
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has voiced strong opposition to any plans to increase the Value Added Tax (VAT) rate, stressing the need for reforms that safeguard economic stability and prioritize the welfare of Nigerians. During a meeting with the Presidential Tax Reform Committee on Thursday, the governors discussed the country’s fiscal policies and outlined…
