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  • HIV prevention and healthcare trends to watch in 2026

    By Ifunanya | January 19, 2026 | Comments Off on HIV prevention and healthcare trends to watch in 2026

    2026 is expected to be a significant year for the healthcare sector, with several key developments and challenges on the horizon. One major story is the rollout of a new HIV prevention jab, containing the […]

  • Nigeria VP Leads Delegation To World Economic Forum

    By Ifunanya | January 19, 2026 | Comments Off on Nigeria VP Leads Delegation To World Economic Forum

    Vice President Kashim Shettima is leading Nigeria’s delegation to the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, which takes place from January 19 to 23, 2026. This global gathering brings together […]

  • Nigeria ATM Withdrawals Rise To ₦36 trillion

    By Ifunanya | January 19, 2026 | Comments Off on Nigeria ATM Withdrawals Rise To ₦36 trillion

    Nigerians’ reliance on cash withdrawals through Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) persisted in the first half of 2025, with total withdrawals amounting to ₦36.34 trillion between January and June. This represents a significant increase from the […]

  • US seeks Greenland control amid Arctic tensions

    By Ifunanya | January 19, 2026 | Comments Off on US seeks Greenland control amid Arctic tensions

    US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has stated that the continent will ultimately accept the idea of Washington taking control of Greenland, citing the need for the US to protect the strategic Arctic island from potential […]

  • Afrobeats stars Wizkid Davido Burna Boy influence differs

    By Ifunanya | January 19, 2026 | Comments Off on Afrobeats stars Wizkid Davido Burna Boy influence differs

    Veteran Nigerian musician Seyi Sodimu has shared his thoughts on the impact of Afrobeats’ prominent artists, Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy. In a recent podcast episode, Sodimu noted that each of these musicians has distinct […]

  • Abuja evacuation removes 607 beggars and mentally challenged individuals

    By Ifunanya | January 19, 2026 | Comments Off on Abuja evacuation removes 607 beggars and mentally challenged individuals

    The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has removed 607 beggars and mentally challenged individuals from Abuja’s streets since July 2025. According to Mrs. Ukachi Adebayo, Head of Enforcement at the FCT Social Development Secretariat (SDS), […]

  • Yobe 2027 Governorship Race Intensifies

    By Ifunanya | January 19, 2026 | Comments Off on Yobe 2027 Governorship Race Intensifies

    As the 2027 governorship election in Yobe State approaches, subtle yet intense political maneuvering is underway. With Governor Mai Mala Buni nearing the end of his final term, various stakeholders are positioning themselves for the […]

  • Nigeria Insurance Recapitalisation Needs Skills Investment

    By Ifunanya | January 19, 2026 | Comments Off on Nigeria Insurance Recapitalisation Needs Skills Investment

    Nigeria’s insurance industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with experts emphasizing the need for deliberate investments in skills, technology, and market expansion to drive growth and deliver value to the economy. The ongoing recapitalization of […]

  • Coco Gauff praises Alcaraz and Sinner dominance

    By Ifunanya | January 19, 2026 | Comments Off on Coco Gauff praises Alcaraz and Sinner dominance

    Coco Gauff has taken notice of the dominance of Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz in the men’s game, acknowledging the significant gap between the top duo and the rest of the field. The two-time Grand […]

  • China economy grows at slowest rate in decades

    By Ifunanya | January 19, 2026 | Comments Off on China economy grows at slowest rate in decades

    China’s economy grew at a rate of 5% last year, according to official data released on Monday, marking one of the slowest expansions in decades. The growth rate, which met the government’s annual target, was […]

  • Senegal Wins Africa Cup of Nations Title Again

    By Ifunanya | January 19, 2026 | Comments Off on Senegal Wins Africa Cup of Nations Title Again

    Senegal has won the Africa Cup of Nations for the second time in four years, defeating host Morocco 1-0 in a dramatic final. The match, played in Rabat, was marked by controversy, including a disputed […]

  • Trump tariffs spark market fears

    By Ifunanya | January 19, 2026 | Comments Off on Trump tariffs spark market fears

    Global markets reacted nervously on Monday as US President Donald Trump reignited trade war fears by threatening to impose tariffs on several European nations over their opposition to the United States’ proposed acquisition of Greenland. […]

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