Iranian national team winger Mehdi Torabi is facing uncertainty over his participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after reports emerged that his United States visa expired following Iran’s opening match of the tournament. According to Iranian state media, Torabi was issued a single-entry U.S. visa rather than the multiple-entry visa granted to most members…
SpaceX has agreed to acquire AI coding startup Cursor in a $60 billion all-stock transaction, strengthening its position in the enterprise AI market and expanding its artificial intelligence ecosystem following its record-breaking Nasdaq debut.
The Federal Government of Nigeria is set to launch 10,000 electric tricycles across the country beginning in August, marking a significant step toward modernizing public transportation, reducing mobility costs, and promoting cleaner energy solutions. The announcement was made by Vice President Kashim Shettima during a meeting with members of Transporters for Tinubu/Shettima 2027 at the…
A major breakthrough in the Middle East peace process appears to be underway as the United States and Iran move closer to formally ending months of conflict, paving the way for the reopening of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. U.S. President Donald Trump announced that ships have begun moving through the vital waterway once…
President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has reaffirmed his commitment to developing a large-scale industrial and free trade zone in Olokola, located in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, signaling a significant boost to Nigeria’s industrialization and economic development efforts. The renewed investment plan was unveiled during Dangote’s visit to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has launched a comprehensive review of Nigeria’s telecommunications pricing framework, marking the first major reassessment of industry tariffs in nearly a decade. The review, being conducted in partnership with global consulting firm KPMG, officially commenced during a Mobile Termination Rate (MTR) stakeholder forum held in Lagos. The exercise brings together…
Nigerian banks generated a remarkable ₦224.69 billion from electronic banking services and ATM/card-related charges during the first quarter of 2026, highlighting the growing role of digital transactions in the country’s financial sector. The figure, compiled from the unaudited financial statements of 11 listed banks, represents a 12.56 percent increase from the ₦199.61 billion recorded during…
The United Kingdom is preparing to introduce one of its most significant online safety measures yet, with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announcing plans to ban children under the age of 16 from accessing major social media platforms. The proposed legislation, which the government hopes to pass before the end of the year, is expected…
The Federal High Court in Kaduna has adjourned the corruption trial of former Governor Nasir El-Rufai to June 24, 2026, after two co-defendants failed to appear in court.
Artificial intelligence giant Nvidia has announced plans to raise $25 billion through a U.S. bond offering, marking its first return to the investment-grade debt market since 2021 and underscoring the company’s commitment to maintaining its leadership position in the rapidly evolving AI industry. The bond issuance exceeded initial expectations after strong investor demand prompted the…
