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Parallex Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing African youth talent as it sponsored the 2025 edition of the Future Africa Leaders Awards, which recognises young Africans driving exceptional impact across their communities. In a statement on Monday, the lender said that the 2025 award edition organised by the Future Africa Leaders Foundation honoured 10 outstanding young leaders across the continent for developmental projects spanning education, technology, healthcare, agriculture, community service and social innovation. The star prize was won by Rejoice Waithera, a 23-year-old Kenyan agripreneur and humanitarian whose initiatives in food security, waste management and community health have…

Hull City defender Semi Ajayi has been ruled out for two months after sustaining a hamstring injury during Nigeria’s third-place match at the Africa Cup of Nations, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 31-year-old limped out in added time of the Super Eagles’ victory over Egypt on Sunday, and scan results have since confirmed damage to his hamstring. The injury is expected to sideline Ajayi for approximately seven weeks, dealing another major blow to the Championship promotion chasers who have already lost Mo Belloumi and Darko Gyabi to long-term injuries in recent weeks. Despite the setback, Hull City manager Sergej Jakirovic’s…

The global aviation industry is undergoing one of the most profound transformations in its history, driven by a convergence of cutting-edge technologies that are redefining how aircraft are designed, built, and operated. As airlines face mounting pressure to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and cut carbon emissions, manufacturers are accelerating the adoption of next-generation innovations that promise safer, cleaner, quieter, and more intelligent air travel, OLASUNKANMI AKINLOTAN reports Modern aircraft are no longer defined solely by their engines and airframes. Instead, they are complex digital ecosystems powered by advanced materials, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and innovative propulsion systems. These integrated technologies…

As we’ve previously lamented, one of Bluetooth’s best modern features isn’t being embraced by the tech world, but that’s changing. Sennheiser has announced a new pair of wireless headphones and a transmitter designed for private TV watching that both use a Bluetooth feature called Auracast. Like tuning into a radio station broadcast from a tower, multiple headphones, earbuds, hearing aids, and even speakers can tune into audio from the Sennheiser BTA1 digital transmitter without the hassles and limitations of pairing — if they’re Auracast compatible.Sennheiser’s $299.95 RS 275 TV Headphones bundle will be available for preorder starting this year on…

The Central Bank of Iran reportedly stockpiled more than half a billion dollars worth of USDt amid escalating protests and crypto usage in the country.Blockchain analytics platform Elliptic reported that the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) acquired more than half a billion dollars worth of Tether’s USDt, with indications that the stablecoins were used to prop up the country’s fiat currency.In a Wednesday report, Elliptic said Iran’s central bank had about $507 million in USDt (USDT), the US dollar-pegged stablecoin issued by Tether. According to the platform, it was likely that the bank used the digital assets to address the…

As family drama continues to unfold, fans are zeroing in on a personal tribute that David Beckham has carried with him for decades — his children’s names, permanently etched on his body. Longtime followers of the soccer star are revisiting David’s tattoos, including the lower back ink dedicated to his eldest son and first child, Brooklyn Beckham. The lettering in classic gothic script style, which was done years ago after Brooklyn was born in March 1999, resurfaced on social media after the now 26-year-old posted about their strained relationship dynamic. “David Beckham’s tramp stamp of his son name Brooklyn,” one…

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has intensified preparations for the 2026 Hajj with the hosting of senior officials of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah on Wednesday in Abuja. The meeting, monitored by PREMIUM TIMES, focused on addressing quotas, visa processing, and airlift challenges affecting Nigerian pilgrims. The Saudi delegation, led by Ghassan Al-Nuaimi, a professor, arrived in Nigeria earlier on Tuesday. The visit forms part of early coordination for the 2026 pilgrimage and precedes the maiden official visit of the Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah to Nigeria on 3 February. NAHCON meets…

China is siding with the United Nations as the Board of Peace (BoP) initiated and chaired by the United States President Donald Trump gains interest. Beijing confirmed it had received the U.S. invitation to join the board, but vowed its firm and continued UN membership, “no matter how the international landscape may evolve.” At a briefing on Wednesday, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said “China always practices true multilateralism,” which is at the core of the United Nations since its establishment. China is committed to safeguarding the international order based on international law, and the basic norms governing international relations…

Ola Aina has been added to Nottingham Forest’s UEFA Europa League squad, DAILY POST reports. The Tricky Trees included Aina in their squad ahead of the final two league phase fixtures of the competition. Aina is now available for selection in Forest’s away fixture against SC Braga on Thursday. The 29-year-old returned from a long-term injury earlier this month. The defender has started three of Sean Dyche’s side last four matches in all competitions. Angus Gunn has also been added to the squad in the place in injured John Victor.

The Nigerian Army and the Nigerian Police Force have settled for continuous collaboration and sustained synergy in their operations across Delta State. This was agreed on during the courtesy visit by the Commissioner of Police for Delta State Police Command, CP Aina Adesola, to the Commander, 63 Brigade/Sector 1 Joint Task Force South South, Operation Delta Safe (OPDS), Brigadier General Moronfolu Abdulmoshood Shonibare, in Asaba on Tuesday. A statement by Captain Iliyasu Bawa Rijau, the acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 63 Brigade, stated, “The courtesy visit aimed to strengthen inter-agency collaboration and operational synergy between 63 Brigade/Sector 1 Joint…