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Experts and development leaders have called on African governments to bridge the gap between policies and their implementation, particularly to ensure that interventions in health, education, and economic inclusion translate into tangible improvements in people’s lives. They made the call in Abuja on Tuesday at the 2026 Gender and Inclusion Summit (GS-26), where speakers stressed the need to bridge the gap between policy commitments and people’s everyday experiences. Delivering the keynote address, Patrick Achi, former prime minister of Côte d’Ivoire and President of the country’s National Assembly, said access to infrastructure and social services could not be regarded as the…
Super Eagles striker and Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen has been left out of Galatasaray’s starting XI for Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League clash against Sporting CP at the Estádio José Alvalade. The Nigerian striker misses the match through injury, having suffered an adductor problem in Galatasaray’s recent league game against Başakşehir. He was also left out of the travelling squad for the fixture. https://punchng.com/injured-osimhen-scores-in-galatasarays-3-2-win-over-istanbul-basaksehir/ Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has opted to start Barış Alper Yılmaz in attack, with Leroy Sané, Aleksey Batrakov and Yunus Akgün providing support. Osimhen is not the only major absentee, with Mario Lemina and Wilfried Singo also…
The first foldable iPhone is finally here, and following its announcement, we got the chance to try the phone for ourselves. We’ve long been told that Apple would make a foldable iPhone once the tech was good enough — has it been worth the wait?It definitely feels like something different. The inner screen has a decidedly matte finish that handled even some glare from the windows above the hands-on area well. The folding mechanism is smooth, and even IP68 rated, and the crease is almost impossible to find with my finger. The 5.4-inch outer screen looks petite by modern slab…
Blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs has doubled its valuation to $2 billion following an expansion of its Series C funding round led by Blockchain Capital. The company did not disclose the size of the latest investment but said its annual recurring revenue has quadrupled over the past three years, according to an announcement Wednesday.The expansion follows a $70 million Series C in February, also led by Blockchain Capital. TRM provides blockchain intelligence and investigation software used by more than 600 government agencies and private-sector institutions across 75 countries, the company said.Prior to the February round, the company was valued at…
Us has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Jennifer Aniston just served up the kind of fall layering trick you’d expect to spot on a rich mom grabbing coffee in the Hamptons. Instead of reaching for a chunky sweater, the former Friends star wore a barely-there crochet knit that added subtle texture without overwhelming her outfit. It’s understated, expensive-looking and exactly the kind of styling move we’re stealing this fall. Aniston recently stepped out in a tan open-knit sweater layered underneath a classic beige trench coat, pairing it with…
The federal government has called for stronger action to transform harmful gender norms that contribute to early pregnancy, violence, exclusion and poor health outcomes among adolescents in Nigeria. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, made the call on Wednesday in Abuja at the 2026 Gender and Inclusion Summit organised by the Policy Innovation Centre (PIC) in collaboration with the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG). The summit, themed “From Agenda to Action: Making Innovations Count for the Last Mile,” focused on translating policies and innovations into tangible outcomes, particularly for underserved and vulnerable populations. Delivering his…
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has warned that it may revoke permits awarded to investors under the Nigerian Gas Flare Commercialisation Programme (NGFCP) if they fail to demonstrate significant progress in utilising the sites. The Commission Chief Executive, Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, disclosed this during a working visit to the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, in Abuja on Tuesday. Mrs Eyesan, according to a statement issued by the commission on Wednesday, presented an update on the implementation of the NGFCP during the meeting. “One year after an award has been granted, the Commission conducts an evaluation…
Nigerian filmmaker and producer Kunle Afolayan has questioned the growing perception that YouTube is more financially rewarding for Nigerian filmmakers than major streaming platforms such as Netflix and Prime Video. Afolayan said YouTube’s growing attraction in Nollywood is partly driven by its accessibility and the advantage of earning in foreign currency while production expenses are largely incurred in naira. Speaking during an interview with former Minister of Finance Kemi Adeosun on the Nidacity podcast, released on YouTube on Tuesday, the filmmaker argued that YouTube could not offer filmmakers the same financial opportunities as Netflix and Prime Video. “YouTube can never…
After reading my intervention on last week’s incident on Arise Morning Show, a friend, who is one of the leaders of public relations practice in Nigeria sent me a message. “What’s your professional view about Rufai Oseni?” They had asked. I replied as follows: “I think he’s bright, patriotic, and objective. But he gets too emotional and descends into the arena, sometimes doing more than a journalist should do.” My friend, who said they had known Mr Oseni personally for years, responded, “Really? He lacks every trait of a professional journalist!” They went further to suggest that the television anchor…
Apple announced the next version of the rugged and durable Apple Watch Ultra at today’s “Surprise and shine” event.The new model follows the Apple Watch Ultra 3, which launched last year. That watch debuted with upgrades including improved battery life, support for 5G networks on the cellular model, satellite-based messaging and emergency calling, and a slightly larger display thanks to a slimmed bezel.At Apple’s annual WWDC conference earlier this year, the company introduced its smarter and more capable Siri AI assistant that will be coming to the newest Ultra models as part of its upcoming watchOS 27 release. The update…
