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Crypto adoption is growing at different rates around the world, with some regions advancing much faster than others, says accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).“While crypto networks are borderless, adoption is not,” PwC said in its Global Crypto Regulation Report 2026. “Payments, remittances, savings, capital markets, and tokenization use cases are emerging unevenly across regions.”PwC said that crypto adoption still depends on economic conditions, financial inclusion, and existing financial infrastructure, leading to a “fragmented global ecosystem” where the technology solves “very different problems” across different markets.The report comes as the adoption of blockchain and crypto has accelerated in the US, as a…

An attempt to create a reality TV series took an unexpected turn when Pretty Wild became a deep dive into Alexis Neiers‘ involvement with the infamous Bling Ring. In 2010, Neiers was arrested for her involvement in a string of burglaries that targeted the homes of multiple celebrities including Lindsay Lohan, Paris Hilton, Orlando Bloom, Audrina Patridge and Rachel Bilson. The model, who was charged alongside Rachel Lee, Nick Prugo, Courtney Ames and Diana Tamayo, was filming a show for E! at the time. Thank You! You have successfully subscribed. After getting footage for the pilot, the network originally intended…

President Bola Tinubu has approved the posting of four ambassadors-designate, out of the 68 confirmed by the Senate last December. President Tinubu confirmed the postings of Ayodele Oke as the ambassador-designate to France, and Lateef Are as the ambassador-designate to the United States of America. Also confirmed by the President is the posting of Amin Dalhatu, former ambassador to South Korea, as the high commissioner-designate to the United Kingdom. Usman Isa Dakingari Suleiman, former governor of Kebbi, is the ambassador-designate to Turkey, where the president is scheduled to begin a state visit next week. READ ALSO: 12 persons dead, thousands displaced…

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti has told the Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party, LP, to turn a new leaf, sheathe their sword and respect the judgement of the Federal High Court recognizing the Nenadi Usman-led Labour Party. Otti, who was reacting to the judgement of the Federal High Court, promised to forgive and reintegrate the Abure faction if they ‘turn a new leaf  and become law-abiding.” Speaking through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ferdinand Ekeoma, Otti described the judgement as sound, and thanked those he described as lovers of democracy for standing with LP during the…

Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has reacted to the position of the presidency on the unending battle between the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The Presidency on Thursday, affirmed that Governor Fubara is the leader of the party in Rivers. DAILY POST reported on Thursday that through his Special Adviser on Policy and Communication, Daniel Bwala, President Tinubu affirmed his support for Fubara, stressing that the governor must be allowed to carry out his duties without undue interference. Bwala said this during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme…

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI say they have recorded major successes against Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in the Sambisa and Mandara Mountains during 22 January 2026 combat operations. A statement signed by the Media Information Officer, Headquarters’ Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, indicated that under “Operation DESERT SANITY V,” Sector 1 troops foiled an attempted ambush involving roadside IEDs and heavy gunfire, neutralising 10 terrorists, including two senior commanders, Basulhu and Ubaida. Several weapons and logistics were recovered during follow-up exploitation. It added that in a separate encounter around Malkube, troops killed two more…

Rangers technical adviser, Fidelis Ilechukwu is back with the team after returning from international duty. Ilechukwu, who is an assistant coach in national team was away with the Super Eagles at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The young tactician took charge of the Flying Antelopes preparation for the matchday 22 fixture against Warri Wolves on Thursday. Rangers announced their tactician return to the team on the social media. “Our technical adviser returns from AFCON duty with Nigeria, bringing experience back home where it matters most,” reads the message. Rangers will be up against Warri Wolves at the Nnamdi Azikiwe…

The United States has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organisation, citing the global health body’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and failure to implement necessary reforms, the White House announced on Thursday. In a statement shared by the White House, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the US Department of State said the withdrawal was due to “the organisation’s mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic that arose out of Wuhan, China, its failure to adopt urgently needed reforms, and its inability to demonstrate independence from the inappropriate political influence of WHO member states.” Health and Human Services…

At least 16 suspected cattle rustlers believed to have entered Ekiti State from Kwara State have been arrested by the Amotekun Corps. The state Amotekun Information Officer, Adewale Adeleye, said in a statement issued in Ado-Ekiti on Thursday that the suspects, who are herdsmen, were apprehended alongside their cattle at Gede Farm Settlement, Isan-Ekiti, in the Oye Local Government Area of the state on Wednesday, January 21. Adeleye said the suspects were sighted in large numbers with cattle around the Gede Farm Settlement in Isan-Ekiti, a development that threw the community into panic. He explained that following intelligence received from…

The Nigerian oil and gas industry has frequently been in the news for various reasons. Decades before the Petroleum Industry Act was enacted in August 2021, the country’s oil and gas exploration sector faced significant challenges due to unclear rules, changing policies and low investor confidence. This was in spite of its key role in the country’s economy. These issues reduced investment funds, delayed project execution and weakened its ability to compete in the rapidly changing global energy market. The PIA altered the narrative. It came with provisions to clarify rules, separate government roles, and ensure fiscal stability. Presidential orders…