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Xiaomi used the Christmas period to launch its top flagship phone for the year, the 17 Ultra. It drops the extra rear display that’s the key selling point of the 17 Pro, but instead adds in the option of a manual zoom ring, built directly into the phone’s camera island.That rotating zoom is only included in the new Leica edition of the phone, which also packs touches like the Leica red dot logo and a textured finish on the phone’s sides. The ring can be reprogrammed for exposure or focus if you prefer, and the Leica version has a few…
Trust Wallet has moved into a verification phase after a Christmas Day exploit involving its browser extension; while thousands of wallets have been identified, the company has received far more reimbursement claims than expected.On Monday, Trust Wallet CEO Eowyn Chen said the company had identified 2,596 wallet addresses tied to the compromised extension. Still, it has received almost 5,000 claims, suggesting a significant amount may be false or duplicate submissions. “Because of this, accurate verification of wallet ownership is critical to ensure funds are returned to the right people,” Chen wrote. “Our team is working diligently to verify claims; combining multiple…
Influencer Mike “The Real Tarzann” Holston is offering an update on his recovery after experiencing a skydiving accident. Holston reshared a video of himself initially posted on Saturday, December 27, where he wore a neck collar and explained that he “couldn’t even breathe” following the incident. The video then played a separate clip, which was recorded a “few hours later” and featured Holston giving a thumbs up for the camera. “What’s up family. Thank God all is well. They didn’t get me off this Earth today,” Holston said via Instagram on Sunday, December 28. “But love y’all. Happy Holidays. Nothing…
The Kano State Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Hashim Dungurawa, announced on Monday that neither the party’s national leadership nor its leader, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has approved Governor Abba Yusuf’s rumoured defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a radio broadcast monitored by PREMIUM TIMES, Mr Dungurawa described the potential move as a betrayal of the people of Kano State, who voted the NNPP into power in the last general elections. “It is a betrayal of the people of Kano who elected this party. It is improper to defeat a party in an election only to…
The Uhueze-Nenwe community in Aninri Local Government Area of Enugu State has crowned a retired Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), Godwin-Chijioke Nwobodo, as its new traditional ruler. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Nwobodo served as DIG Zone 7, Abuja, which comprises Kaduna and Niger states as well as the FCT, and is also a Fellow of the National Defence College (FDC). Mr Nwobodo succeeds the late Igwe Emmanuel Nwachukwu, who passed away nine years ago. His coronation attracted members of the community, friends, and well-wishers. Crowning him on Saturday at the Girls High School Nenwe field,…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reacted to the accident involving former heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, in Makun, Ogun State. The ghastly accident which claimed two lives saw the vehicle Joshua was in colliding with a static truck. Reacting, Atiku expressed solidarity with Joshua. Posting on X, he wrote: “I am deeply saddened to hear of the road accident involving @anthonyjoshua today in Makun, Ogun State. I stand in full solidarity with him during this difficult moment and pray for his swift and complete recovery. “Anthony remains a symbol of strength and resilience, and I have no doubt he…
The New Nigerian Peoples Party, NNPP, has appealed to Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State not to defect to the All Progressives Congress, APC. The Chairman of the NNPP in Kano State, Suleiman Dungurawa, made this appeal at a press briefing on Monday in Kano. Dungurawa also debunked speculations that some party members were planning to create enmity between the governor and the national leader of the party, Rabiu Kwankwaso. The Kano NNPP chairman further advised residents of the state to remain calm and continue with their lawful activities. He, however, warned party members not to append their names to…
Gunmen have attacked Tudun Wada community in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State, killing the village head. The incident was contained in a post shared on X on Monday by security analyst Bakatsine. According to the post, the attack happened on Sunday afternoon when suspected gunmen linked to Bello Turji stormed the community in broad daylight. The assailants reportedly killed the village head during the attack. “Yesterday afternoon, suspected Bello Turji-linked gunmen attacked Tudun Wada community in Sabon Birni LGA, Sokoto State, beheading the village head. Residents say the attack occurred in broad daylight, sparking widespread fear,” Bakatsine…
Wikki Tourists technical adviser, Abdullahi Maikaba, believed that the away draw against Warri Wolves was an encouraging result for his team. The Bauchi Elephants held Warri Wolves to a 2-2 draw in Ozoro on Sunday. Wikki Tourists are without a win in their last six games in the league. They have recorded four draws and two defeats. “The plan was to pick the maximum points, but getting a draw away from home is still encouraging,” Maikaba told Wikki Tourists media. Wikki Tourists finished the first stanza in 14th position. They will be hoping to end their winless run when the…
Cristiano Ronaldo has declared his ambition to win more titles and reach the remarkable milestone of 1,000 career goals. The football superstar, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in history, made the statement at the 16th edition of the Globe Soccer Awards, held in Dubai on Sunday. “I want more titles, and I will reach that number. It is hard to continue to play, but the passion is still high and motivates me to carry on. It does not matter where I play, whether it is in the Middle East or Europe, I always enjoy playing football, to…
