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Decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols are abandoning public Discord servers, arguing that the platform has become more of a liability than a community hub. The shift drew attention on Wednesday after DeFi lending protocol Morpho said it had moved its public Discord server into read-only mode, directing users instead to alternative support channels. The move reflects growing concern that Discord has become a favored hunting ground for scammers targeting crypto users.The concern is not limited to Morpho. DeFi data platform DefiLlama’s pseudonymous founder 0xngmi said they have been quietly reducing their reliance on Discord, favoring more controlled communication tools. Several builders say the…
Brian Austin Green opened up about how keeping his past romance with Martin alum Tichina Arnold a secret made him feel insecure. “She was very clear on day one of like, ‘Nobody can know about this,’” Green, 52, claimed during a Wednesday, January 14, episode of Deon Cole’s “Funny Knowing You” podcast. “Can’t tell people, can’t talk about this.” Green explained he and Arnold, 56, connected when they were in their 20s. In addition to starring in Beverly Hills, 90210, Green was interested in hip-hop music which he and Arnold bonded over. Arnold, who was starring on Martin at the…
The chase for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations title will stretch beyond 2026 for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, after their agonising semi-final defeat to hosts Atlas Lions of Morocco in Rabat on Wednesday night. At the Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah, Morocco controlled the rhythm, monopolised possession, and created the clearer openings. Nigeria, by contrast, managed just one attempt on goal, a first-half effort from Ademola Lookman. Yet, despite being second-best for long spells, Nigeria stayed alive, thanks almost entirely to Stanley Nwabali. The Chippa United goalkeeper was repeatedly called into action, helping the Super Eagles through regulation time,…
Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has hailed the Super Eagles for their beautiful display throughout the 120 minutes of play against the hosts country Morocco in the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Super Eagles lost 4-2 in a penalty shoot-out after a dramatic semi-final game played at the Prince Moulay Abdellah stadium in Rabat, Morocco. Obi, a former governor of Anambra, in a message posted on his X handle on Thursday, described the match as a battle well fought. According to him, it was a battle well fought, and heads were not bowed. “Thank…
Benue State Government has commenced an extensive evaluation of its general hospitals as part of Governor Hyacinth Alia’s renewed drive to rehabilitate and enhance secondary healthcare facilities across the state. The exercise, led by the Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr. Paul Ogwuche, kicked off at General Hospital, North Bank, Makurdi, before extending to facilities in Aliade (Gwer West LGA), Idekpa (Ohimini LGA), Otukpa (Ogbadibo LGA), and Oju (Oju LGA). Speaking to stakeholders during the visits, Dr. Ogwuche stated that the tour reflected Governor Alia’s commitment to repositioning Benue’s health sector and ensuring residents have access to quality care.…
Popular Nigerian reality star and comedian, DeeOne, has called on the Nigeria government to investigate financial management of all Non-Governmental Organizations, NGOs in the country. DeeOne made the call in a video on his Instagram page on Wednesday while calling the attention of the government to the unlawful activities of some of the NGOs. He further disclosed that some of the non-governmental organizations are now being used to fund terrorism, kidnapping, trafficking and other atrocities “Federal government of Nigeria, please investigate all the NGOs accounts in the country. A lot of them are being used to sponsor terrorism, for kidnappers,…
The Nigerian government, through the Ministry of Information and National Orientation, has praised the Super Eagles after their loss to Morocco in the Semifinals of the Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria lost to Morocco on penalties after the game ended 0-0 in regular time and extra time. Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemaechi missed their penalty kicks for the Super Eagles. After the game, the Information Ministry said in a statement, “Dear Super Eagles, thank you for giving your all and representing Nigeria with pride and dignity. “Even when you lost, you displayed courage, worked well with others, and kept going…
Britain’s economy grew more than expected in November, official data showed Thursday, handing a boost to the Labour government after recent weak figures. Gross domestic product increased 0.3 per cent from the previous month, the Office for National Statistics said, beating an analyst consensus forecast for growth of 0.1 per cent. GDP had fallen 0.1 per cent in October, the ONS confirmed, adding that September saw slight growth after it had initially reported a contraction for that month. The September-November period was “led by growth in the services sector”, said Liz McKeown, director of economic statistics at the ONS. A…
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a suspected kidnapping kingpin, Mohammed Ibrahim, who allegedly led a notorious gang terrorising commuters along the Port Harcourt International Airport Road. The suspect was arrested along Emuoha Road on the outskirts of Port Harcourt, following what the police described as credible intelligence-led operations. The spokesperson for the command, Grace Iringe-Koko, disclosed this in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Wednesday to journalists. Iringe-Koko, a Chief Superintendent of Police, said Ibrahim and his gang were responsible for several kidnapping incidents across the state and the collection of ransom from their victims. She explained…
The Nigerian Exchange Limited recorded a strong trading session on Wednesday as investor optimism returned to the equities market, pushing total market capitalisation up by N598bn to close at N106.78tn. The increase reflects a 0.56 per cent rise over the previous session and underscores growing confidence among investors despite a slowdown in overall trading activity. A total of 752.4 million shares changed hands in 55,739 deals, generating a turnover of N29.62bn. Compared with Tuesday’s trading session, this represents a 33 per cent decline in volume and a 12 per cent drop in turnover, although the number of deals rose by…
