Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has called on security forces to avoid targeting peaceful demonstrators as anti-government protests continue across the country. Tehran’s Grand Bazaar was deserted on Tuesday after security personnel fired tear gas at protesters holding a sit-in at the sprawling market. Similar clashes have occurred since demonstrations began on December 28, driven by …
Currency strategists are forecasting a continued soft outlook for the U.S. dollar at the start of 2026, citing concerns over Federal Reserve independence and the likelihood of further interest rate cuts. The dollar fell nearly 10% against major currencies last year, marking its weakest performance since 2017. Investors weighed the impact of record-high U.S. tariffs, …
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has urged the Super Eagles to remain calm, disciplined, and focused as they aim for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title. SWAN’s national President, Isaiah Benjamin, issued the advice through a statement released by Secretary-General Ambassador Ikenna Okonkwo on Wednesday. “There is no need to be …
The Federal Government has dismissed reports that Nigerian scholarship students in Morocco were abandoned. The government described the claims as misleading and intended to misinform the public. Earlier, activist Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, posted a video on X (formerly Twitter) showing Nigerian students in Morocco claiming they had not received financial support for …
Nigeria’s Super Eagles have earned $80,000 in goal bonuses at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) promised the team $5,000 for every goal scored during the group stage. The Eagles collected $40,000 for the eight goals they scored against Tanzania, Tunisia, and Uganda. READ ALSO: AFCON …
Former Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo has shared his view on what sets Victor Osimhen apart from teammate Akor Adams. Both players played crucial roles in Nigeria’s 4-0 Round of 16 victory over Mozambique at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. READ ALSO: AFCON 2025: Senegal, Morocco Set for Quarter-final Clashes with …
Samsung Electronics (005930.KS) announced on Wednesday that it will acquire 2.5 trillion won ($1.73 billion) of its own shares to fund employee and executive compensation. The purchases will be made on the stock market between January 8 and April 7, according to a regulatory filing. This buyback is part of a performance-linked compensation scheme that …
Caracas and Washington have reached a deal for Venezuela to export up to $2 billion worth of crude oil to the United States, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday. The agreement aims to divert oil supplies from China while helping Venezuela avoid deeper production cuts. Trump said the deal signals Venezuela’s willingness to open …
The Kaduna State Police Command has confirmed the kidnapping of veteran photojournalist Malam Umar Usman. DSP Mansir Hassan, the command’s spokesperson, disclosed the abduction on Tuesday in Kaduna, noting that investigations have begun to secure the journalist’s safe release. “We are trying our best to rescue him unhurt,” he said. READ ALSO: Tinted Glass Permit …
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has sealed Divine Hope Orphanage and Less Privileged Home in Kagini, Abuja, over alleged involvement in illegal child trafficking and other child welfare violations. The Director of Child Development at the FCT Women Affairs Secretariat, Idris Attah, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Monday. He said authorities …
