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Yoruba elders rarely waste words. When they speak, they compress generations of experience into lines sharp enough to cut through confusion. One of such sayings goes: “Iku ti yoo pani b’o ba si ni, ni fila k’ama d’upe.” The death that ought to kill us, if it only knocks off our cap, deserves gratitude. Survival, even bruised, is still survival. And Nigeria has just lived through such a moment. The latest foiled coup attempt did not march tanks onto the streets or interrupting radio transmissions with martial music. It did something quieter, and perhaps more disturbing. It showed us how…

The Federal Government has unveiled fresh measures to strengthen Nigeria’s gas-to-power value chain, describing natural gas as the backbone of electricity supply and a critical enabler of the country’s industrialisation drive. The government disclosed that gas currently fuels more than 70 per cent of Nigeria’s on-grid electricity generation but admitted that structural weaknesses across supply, infrastructure and commercial arrangements have continued to constrain power delivery to homes and industries. Speaking on the government’s strategy during a ministerial address at the National Gas Day session of the 9th Nigeria International Energy Summit 2026, held on Thursday in Abuja, the Minister of…

Former UFC heavyweight champion Andrei Arlovski believes Jake Paul learned a valuable lesson after Anthony Joshua broke his jaw in two places during their December bout, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Paul suffered a knockout loss to Joshua, losing every round on the scorecards, including a 10-7 fifth round after the British boxer delivered multiple knockdowns. The end came in the sixth after Joshua connected with a brutal right hand that broke Paul’s jaw in two places, ending the fight via knockout. “I didn’t like it, but Jake Paul had great condition for six rounds,” Arlovski said about the fight when…

Bitcoin touched new lows under $64,000 as market selling reached a historic level, and analysts warn that the bottom is not in. Does data support analysts’ sub-$60,000 prediction?Bitcoin (BTC) has fallen 13% over the past four days, sliding to $63,844 from $79,300. It is currently trading below $69,000, which is the 2021 bull market high, a level many see as a support level. The drop was matched by a sharp decline in futures activity, with BTC’s open interest falling by more than $10 billion over the past seven days.Analysts are now focusing on the long-term technical zones and onchain indicators…

Gayle King struggled to hold back tears as she addressed the news surrounding Today host Savannah Guthrie, whose mother, Nancy Guthrie, has gone missing. “We’re starting things a little differently this morning because like you, we’re all waking up this morning with very heavy hearts [and] praying for our friend and our colleague, Savannah Guthrie,” King, 71, said at the start of her Thursday, February 5, broadcast on CBS Mornings. “Her mom, Nancy, is still missing at this hour and late last night, the Guthrie family went public with a very emotional message,” King continued, referring to the video shared…

The Osun State chapter of the Accord has reacted to the Senate’s decision rejecting electronic transmission of election results. The party warned that the move could complicate Nigeria’s evolving electoral framework. In a statement issued by its Chairman, Pastor Victor Akande, in Osogbo on Thursday, the party said the legislative decision marked a significant setback at a time when the country is attempting to consolidate reforms introduced into its electoral process. Akande noted that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) already relies on technology, particularly the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), for voter verification during elections. According to the party,…

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Oyo State, has said it is not interested in zoning its governorship position. The party’s state Publicity Secretary, Mr Bimpe Adelowo disclosed this to newsmen on Thursday in Ibadan. Adelowo said the party would be fair to its governorship aspirants to enable the best candidate emerge. “Our party is looking at merit, the best and not on this frivolous, sentimental agenda of zoning. “We want the best for Oyo State, for Nigeria, and for every sector of Nigeria, so, wherever the best can come from, that is our focus,” he said. Adelowo said that…

At least five people were killed, and several others are missing after armed bandits ambushed residents of Kyaram while they were returning from Maga Market in Bukkuyyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State.The attack which occurred on Wednesday evening, caused fear among residents of nearby rural communities. Security analyst, Bakatsine shared details of the incident on X on Thursday, confirming the fatalities and warning about the growing threat of repeated attacks in rural areas. “Armed bandits ambushed residents of Kyaram yesterday evening as they returned from Maga Market in Bukkuyyum LGA, Zamfara State. “At least 5 people have been confirmed…

Abia Warriors Chairman, John Obuh, has said the club is focused on securing a continental ticket at the end of the season. The Umuahia-based club currently occupies fifth position on the NPFL table with 38 points and is without a win in their last three matches. Obuh expressed optimism that the newly recruited players will help the club achieve its objective. “Yes, the league is now at its business end, with 14 matches still to be played,” Obuh told Sportslighthub. “That means there are still about 42 points to play for. It’s still a long road, and we must remain…

The Chief Academic Officer of Unicaf, Dr Kevin Andrews, has lamented the institution’s inability to celebrate its graduands in the United Kingdom, where their degrees are awarded, due to a new aviation policy that requires participants to move out of the country for such ceremonies. Andrews described the situation as “sad,” noting that the policy had made it impractical for many international students to attend graduation ceremonies in the UK, despite completing programmes affiliated with British universities. According to a statement, Andrews spoke during Unicaf’s convocation ceremony held over the weekend in Lagos, where graduands were celebrated for completing their…