By Ayomide Otitoju The cryptocurrency industry faces a clarity challenge rather than a communication problem, according to a communications professional in the crypto exchange sector, who argues that the growing volume of educational content has made digital assets more difficult for many people to understand. In an opinion article, the writer said the industry has…
By Ayomide Otitoju Chairman of First HoldCo Plc, Femi Otedola, has reaffirmed his long-term commitment to the financial services group, disclosing that he has invested more than ₦600 billion of his personal wealth in the company as its market capitalisation surpassed ₦6 trillion, marking a new phase in the institution’s transformation. In an interview with…
By Ayomide Otitoju FirstBank has reinforced its commitment to supporting women-owned businesses with the successful maiden edition of the Spark A Gem Challenge, a flagship Women-Preneur Pitch-a-Ton initiative under its FirstGem proposition. The programme was designed to equip women entrepreneurs with business education, mentorship, ecosystem connections and funding opportunities, while strengthening the bank’s commitment to promoting…
By Ayomide Otitoju Dangote Industries Limited and Sinoma International Engineering Co., Ltd. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) worth more than $800 million to expand the Dangote Cement Plant in Itori, Ogun State, increasing its production capacity from six million to 12 million metric tonnes per annum. The agreement was signed by Dangote Group…
By Ayomide Otitoju Charles Okocha reclaimed bragging rights after defeating street-pop singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, in the much-anticipated Chaos in the Ring celebrity boxing rematch held in Lagos. The event, sponsored by Fearless Energy Drink, took place on Friday at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, attracting celebrities, sports enthusiasts and…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel claimed a historic gold medal in the men’s 400-metre hurdles at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, becoming the first Nigerian to win the event. Nathaniel delivered a commanding performance at Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow, Scotland, on Friday, crossing the finish line in 48.47 seconds to secure the title. The 23-year-old…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said he forgives protesters who insulted him during recent youth-led demonstrations that posed one of the biggest political challenges to his government in recent years. Speaking in a video posted on Instagram on Friday, Modi said he would not hold grudges against young people involved in the protests, which…
The Asian Football AFC Welcomes FIFA’s Withdrawal of World Cup Investment Plan(AFC) has welcomed FIFA’s decision to withdraw its proposal to allow private investment in the FIFA World Cup, describing the move as a positive step for global football. In a statement issued on Saturday, AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa said the…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have vowed to bounce back from their opening defeat to Malawi as they prepare for a crucial Group C clash against Zambia at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Saturday. Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Head Coach Justin Madugu and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie said the team has put…
