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Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has praised Nollywood actors and filmmakers Lateef Adedimeji and Adebimpe Oyebade, popularly known as Mobimpe, for their ongoing production of the Ekiti Parapo War film, highlighting its historical accuracy, scale, and attention to detail. Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji during his visit to the Ekiti Parapo movie location in Ado-Ekiti on Monday…Photo Credit: Ekiti Govt The governor visited the movie locations in Ado Ekiti on Monday and took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his impressions, describing the project as a major cultural initiative that preserves and celebrates the state’s rich heritage. “I visited the…
You don’t need to deal with long mall lines or crowded parking lots just to wrap up your holiday shopping, but you probably already knew this. Some of the best deals are online, and even though Christmas is now just a few days away, a lot of Verge-approved gifts should still arrive on time if you order them online.We know that everyone’s wishlist looks different from the next, so we’ve got you covered with 30 gift ideas to suit gamers, music lovers, bookworms, and more. Below, you’ll find products like the latest AirPods Pro to the Meta Quest 3S and…
Recent claims of a major Bitcoin mining crackdown in China’s Xinjiang region rippled through the digital asset industry this week, but data by TheMinerMag suggests the actual impact was far smaller than early narratives implied.According to the latest Miner Weekly report, the Bitcoin network initially experienced a short-term hashrate decline, which was linked to developments in Xinjiang. However, the drop also coincided with power curtailments in the United States.Most major mining pools recovered to near pre-dip levels within days, resulting in a net decline of roughly 20 exahashes per second, which is significantly lower than the approximately 100 EH/s loss…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Taylor Swift just gave us all the holiday fashion inspo we didn’t know we needed. In her recent thank you video for Spotify Wrapped, the pop superstar appeared cozy, confident and very on-trend in a vibrant red sweater. If you ask Us, it’s a clear sign that a bright, bold red is officially the ‘it’ color of the season. From festive parties to polished office looks, Swift’s sweater moment proves that a standout knit can do all the heavy lifting…
The House of Representatives on Thursday approved the 2026–2028 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper, MTEF/FSP, with a crude oil price benchmark of $64.85 per barrel. The House’s approval sets the stage for a divergence with the Senate ahead of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s N54.4 trillion budget presentation scheduled for Friday, December 19, 2025. The benchmark endorsed by the House is the same figure earlier proposed by the Executive, despite concerns over volatility in the global oil market. This position contrasts sharply with that of the Senate, which had earlier reviewed and reduced the oil price benchmark for…
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State on Thursday, asserted that he is a politician who is open to possibilities. He made the assertions while fielding questions from journalists after presenting his 2026 budget to the state House of Assembly. Although he did not dismiss speculation of a likelihood of defection to the All Progressives Congress, APC, he also did not exactly affirm it leaving room for more rumours. Asked for his reaction to the street talk about a defection from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and when he would likely take such step, Fintiri said, “I am a grassroots politician. What…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has warned celebrities, social media influencers and content creators to stop using public roads to make online content, saying the practice is dangerous and illegal. The Corps Marshal, Mallam Shehu Mohammed, raised the alarm after a video went viral showing a popular TikTok, Peller, live-streaming while driving which led to a road crash. Mohammed said using a phone to record, stream or create content while driving distracts drivers and puts the lives of passengers and other road users at serious risk. He stressed that such behaviour is a clear violation of traffic laws. He…
Barau FC will trade tackles with Rivers United in a Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday five rescheduled fixture on Friday. The encounter is billed for the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano. The game was moved from the initial date due to Rivers United’s participation in the CAF Champions League. Both teams will be meeting for the first time in the NPFL. Barau FC have managed two wins from their last seven NPFL matches, while Rivers United are yet to taste defeat in four games. The Maliya Boys are 19th on the league table, while Rivers United top the NPFL…
Ruthwipdale School, Ipaja, Lagos, hosted and won the school’s inaugural Mathematics and English inter-schools competition held on Thursday. According to the school proprietress, Nike Odetola, the competition, aimed at promoting academic excellence, critical thinking and healthy rivalry among students from different schools. Five schools participated in the final round held at the Ruthwipdale school premises in Ipaja, Lagos State, with Merry Kiddies, Ipaja, emerging first runner-up and Bright Explorers, Ayobo, second runner-up. The competition, Odetola, stressed was designed to provide a platform for students to demonstrate their problem-solving abilities, linguistic skills and teamwork. “The event also sought to foster a…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike-backed Peoples Democratic Party Caretaker Committee dissolved the executives of 14 state chapters of the party and announced plans to conduct fresh congresses in January 2026. The committee maintained that the leadership of Mohammed Abdulrahman and Senator Samuel Anyanwu, serving as Acting Chairman and Acting National Secretary respectively, remains the only legitimate structure recognised by the party. This position was stated in a communiqué issued after the committee’s meeting held on Thursday evening in Abuja and was read by the Acting Publicity Secretary, Haruna Jungun. Recall that PDP governors endorsed the Ibadan…
