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In recent weeks, Somali Americans have been subjected to baseless insinuations in the United States. What renders this episode particularly disquieting is not merely the malevolence of the attacks, but the ambivalence of the response. Some Blacks have hesitated to offer unequivocal solidarity, emphasising that some Somalis do not self-identify as Black. The implicit message is unmistakable: if one does not claim Blackness, one cannot reasonably expect Black protection. This situation recalls my visit to the Dominican Republic two months ago, where I observed a striking phenomenon. A substantial segment of the population of African descent, some possessing skin of…

Residents of Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State have confirmed aerial attacks on locations believed to be hideouts of the Lakurawa armed group in the area. A local government official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told our correspondent that the strikes occurred late at night in parts of Tangaza. “The attacks happened between 10 p.m. and midnight at Warriya and Alkasim villages,” the official said. Residents told Zagazola, the targeted locations were suspected to be camps used by members of the Lakurawa group, which has been linked to repeated security incidents in the area. The official said authorities…

One of Africa’s most storied and remarkable football rivalries makes another stop on Saturday, this time in the Moroccan city of Fès, as Nigeria and Tunisia clash in a top-of-the-table encounter at the 35th Africa Cup of Nations. The Super Eagles edged Tanzania 2-1 in their first match, with Semi Ajayi and Ademola Lookman finding the net, while Tunisia were more convincing, recording a 3-1 win over Uganda through strikes from Ellyes Skhiri and a brace from Elias Achouri. Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle discussed the effort his team has made in training ahead of the big clash, emphasising…

For you and your partner, the holiday season is more than time off work or a schedule full of celebrations. It is a rare pause in the rhythm of everyday life, a moment when routines soften, pressures ease, and you have the opportunity to reconnect in ways that are often lost. It is a brief pause in day-to-day living that offers respite, when life’s rhythms release their pressure, and you get the chance to reunite in ways that can otherwise be overlooked during the year. In addition to the warmth of family and the spirit of the season, this period…

WealthBridge Financial Services Holdings Limited has unveiled its new corporate headquarters at Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, as part of efforts to support its expansion and strengthen service delivery across its business lines. The opening of the new head office coincides with the company’s third anniversary and reflects its growth since inception. Over the past three years, WealthBridge has expanded its operations across asset management, investment banking, structured finance, economic intelligence, banking, real estate and financial technology. Speaking at the unveiling recently, the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Ahmed Lawal, said the new office was necessitated by the company’s…

Former Nigeria defender Ifeanyi Udeze has backed Victor Osimhen to end his Africa Cup of Nations goal drought when the Super Eagles face Tunisia on Saturday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Udeze expressed confidence that the striker’s goals will come despite his failure to score in Nigeria’s opening victory over Tanzania, a match in which Osimhen missed several clear-cut chances. Osimhen has now scored once in nine Africa Cup of Nations appearances across three editions, extending his barren run at the tournament. The Galatasaray forward, however, arrives in Morocco in strong form at club and international level, having scored 12 goals…

Popular actress and producer, Ini Edo, has called out some cinema operators in the country over what she described as unwholesome and unfair practices surrounding the screening of her latest movie, ‘A Very Dirty Christmas’. Taking to social media, the actress alleged that several cinemas deliberately altered the scheduled showtimes of the film, relegating it to unfavourable hours when cinema traffic is usually low. According to her, these actions negatively affected the film’s visibility and audience turnout across different parts of the country. Edo alleged that she had received multiple messages and voice notes from fans who experienced difficulties while…

As Bitcoin (BTC) continues to underperform gold and major equity indices, investors are increasingly questioning whether this cycle is unfolding differently than expected. In a new interview with analyst Benjamin Cowen, we dig into why Bitcoin is lagging traditional markets, and why the current setup may feel strikingly similar to 2019.Cowen points out that while stocks and gold are responding positively to expectations around future monetary easing, Bitcoin appears far more sensitive to actual liquidity conditions rather than optimism alone. That distinction, he explains, helps clarify why BTC has struggled to gain momentum even as broader markets push higher. According…

Kate Gosselin experienced an unexpected and tragic death in the family just days before Christmas. “We suffered an unimaginable loss on Friday night,” Gosselin, 50, wrote over a photo of her eldest German Shepard, Nanuq, via Instagram on Thursday, December 25, revealing that her four-legged friend died on December 19. “My soul girl, the rest of me, passed away quickly in the car on our way home for Christmas,” she added. “I am taking a break from TikTok because l am hurting so deeply. But I know you guys loved her too, so I needed to let you know.” Sharing…

The United States confirmed Nigeria’s involvement in a joint operation against terrorist groups on Thursday, underscoring ongoing security cooperation between both countries. Although the US government framed the operation as one targeted at terrorists who kill Christians, the Nigerian government said it was targeted at terrorists causing harm to civilian populations in northern states. In a post on X, US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said US President Donald Trump had been unequivocal about the need to end the killing of innocent Christians in Nigeria and other parts of the world. He added that the US Department of War remained…