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  • Nigerian Exchange Group Suspends Trading for Unity Bank, NPF Microfinance Bank, and Six Other Companies

    By Ifunanya | July 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Nigerian Exchange Group Suspends Trading for Unity Bank, NPF Microfinance Bank, and Six Other Companies

    The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) has suspended trading of shares for Unity Bank, Nigerian Police Force Microfinance Bank, and six other companies for failing to file their 2023 audited financial statements. The suspension, effective immediately […]

  • Drake Bets $300,000 on Canada to Upset Argentina in Copa America Semifinal

    By Ifunanya | July 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Drake Bets $300,000 on Canada to Upset Argentina in Copa America Semifinal

    Canadian rapper Drake has made headlines by placing a massive $300,000 bet on Canada to defeat Argentina in the Copa America semifinal. The match, scheduled to take place at the MetLife Stadium on Tuesday, July […]

  • Trabzonspor Still Pursuing Permanent Transfer of Paul Onuachu

    By Ifunanya | July 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Trabzonspor Still Pursuing Permanent Transfer of Paul Onuachu

    Trabzonspor manager, Abdullah Avci, has confirmed that the club is still working hard to sign forward Paul Onuachu from Southampton. Onuachu spent last season on loan at Trabzonspor, where he made a significant impact by […]

  • Manchester United’s £42 Million Bid for Leny Yoro Accepted by Lille

    By Ifunanya | July 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Manchester United’s £42 Million Bid for Leny Yoro Accepted by Lille

    Manchester United’s £42 million bid for Lille’s Leny Yoro has reportedly been accepted, according to French sources. United are actively pursuing several center-back targets, including Jarrad Branthwaite and Matthijs de Ligt. Despite United’s interest, Yoro […]

  • TUC President Festus Osifo Defends Ongoing Struggle for N250,000 Minimum Wage

    By Ifunanya | July 9, 2024 | Comments Off on TUC President Festus Osifo Defends Ongoing Struggle for N250,000 Minimum Wage

    President of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Festus Osifo, has dismissed criticisms suggesting that the push for a new national minimum wage in Nigeria has lost momentum. In response to such claims, Osifo stated that […]

  • Australia Increases Minimum Wage as Nigeria Stalls on Worker Pay Rise

    By Ifunanya | July 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Australia Increases Minimum Wage as Nigeria Stalls on Worker Pay Rise

    Australia’s Fair Work Commission has announced an increase in the minimum wage to $915.90 per week, effective July 1, 2024. This marks a 3.75 percent rise, bringing the hourly wage to $24.10. The Australian government […]

  • Court Decision May Greenlight New Reservoir for Panama Canal Amid Drought

    By Ifunanya | July 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Court Decision May Greenlight New Reservoir for Panama Canal Amid Drought

    Waterway managers announced on Monday that a recent court decision might pave the way for constructing a new reservoir to supply water to the Panama Canal. The canal has been forced to limit the number […]

  • Former South African Parliament Speaker Faces Corruption and Money Laundering Charges

    By Ifunanya | July 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Former South African Parliament Speaker Faces Corruption and Money Laundering Charges

    The former speaker of South Africa’s parliament, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, appeared in court on Tuesday to face charges of corruption and money laundering. During her hearing at the Magistrate’s Court, it was announced that her case […]

  • Medical Advocates Applaud Johnson & Johnson’s Decision to Drop Tuberculosis Drug Patent Enforcement

    By Ifunanya | July 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Medical Advocates Applaud Johnson & Johnson’s Decision to Drop Tuberculosis Drug Patent Enforcement

    Medical advocacy groups have lauded Johnson & Johnson’s decision to cease enforcing its patent on a crucial tuberculosis medication, paving the way for its production at significantly reduced prices. This move comes after an investigation […]

  • Spanish Tourist Killed by Elephants at South African Wildlife Reserve

    By Ifunanya | July 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Spanish Tourist Killed by Elephants at South African Wildlife Reserve

    A 43-year-old Spanish tourist was tragically trampled to death by elephants at Pilanesberg National Park in South Africa after leaving his vehicle to take photographs of the herd. The incident occurred on Sunday in the […]

  • Cindy Ngamba: From Refugee to Boxing History Maker Ahead of Paris 2024

    By Ifunanya | July 9, 2024 | Comments Off on Cindy Ngamba: From Refugee to Boxing History Maker Ahead of Paris 2024

    25-year-old Cindy Ngamba made history earlier this year by becoming the first boxer ever to be included in the International Olympic Committee (IOC) refugee team. Her passion for boxing was sparked a decade ago. Ngamba […]

  • France Optimistic Ahead of Euro 2024 Semi-Final Against Spain

    By Ifunanya | July 9, 2024 | Comments Off on France Optimistic Ahead of Euro 2024 Semi-Final Against Spain

    France were feeling optimistic on Monday as they practiced at the Allianz Arena in Munich ahead of their Euro 2024 semi-final clash against Spain on Tuesday. Responding to rumors about Kylian Mbappé’s form, Spanish midfielder […]

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