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KBC, one of Belgium’s largest banks, is set to roll out Bitcoin and Ether trading to retail investors next month via its own custodial solution and investment platform.From Feb. 16, KBC customers will be able to buy and sell crypto assets through the online investment platform Bolero, the bank announced Thursday.“This will enable self-directed investors in Belgium to invest in cryptocurrencies within a secure and fully regulated environment, a first in Belgium,” KBC said.Launched in compliance with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), KBC’s crypto trading will operate on the bank’s proprietary custodial architecture, the announcement said.KBC claims…

Ben Affleck is not shy about stripping off in new movie The Rip, which he stars in alongside his longtime best friend, Matt Damon. However, the actor, 53, isn’t taking his shirtless scene too seriously as he defended showing off his body in the film “for no reason” during an interview with The Fox 101.9’s “Fifi, Fev & Nick” on Thursday, January 15. Australian Rules football star turned radio host, Brendan Fevola, 44, jokingly accused the actor of unnecessarily shedding clothes as he asked him, “Now who would win in a fight? Because Ben, when you took your top off…

Imo State Liaison Committee for the 2nd Niger Delta Games has mobilised all the local government areas in the state for proper screening and scouting of athletes for the games scheduled for Benin, Edo State. The Chairman of the State Liaison Committee, Obinna Onyeocha told journalists that the state is prepared and fully ready to improve on their last outing in Uyo. The state is determined to improve on its performance at the maiden edition in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, and has through the Commissioner for Sports urged the local government areas to ensure they registered the very best athletes…

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has reiterated the statutory deadline of 31 January 2026 for all employers of labour in Lagos State to fulfil their statutory obligation to file their annual tax returns for the 2025 financial year. The LIRS issued the reminder in a statement by its chairman, Ayodele Subair, on Thursday, reminding Lagos employers that the obligation to file annual returns is in accordance with the provisions of the Nigeria Tax Administration Act 2025 (NTAA). Mr Subair explained that employers are required to file detailed returns on emoluments and compensation paid to their employees, as well…

The disappointment was clear on Wednesday night in Dopemu, Lagos. Nigeria’s Super Eagles had just seen their AFCON 2025 title hopes end in a tense semi-final defeat to host nation Morocco. Yet, at the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Social Development (PAKO Field), the mood did not collapse into silence or anger. Instead, music took over. At the Goldberg Festival of Drums and Light, entertainment became the release valve for hundreds of fans still processing the heartbreak of a penalty shootout loss. As emotions ran high, performances by DJ YK and singer Teni helped steady the atmosphere, turning frustration into…

The management of the Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH), Makurdi, has approved the immediate engagement of retired midwives and qualified young midwife nurses to restore full services at its labour wards. The decision targets the main hospital complex, the BSUTH Annex, and the Muhammadu Buhari Mother and Child Hospital, all of which have faced challenges in maintaining uninterrupted delivery and obstetric care due to insufficient staffing.This was contained in statement  by the Head of Public Relations and Protocol, Tsenenghul Moses. He said under the emergency arrangement, ten retired midwives, often referred to as matrons, alongside competent young midwife nurses…

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Segun Sowunmi, has said that the party has a groundswell which cannot be ruled out. Sowunmi expressed this confidence on Thursday during an interview programme on Channels Television’s Politics Today monitored by DAILY POST He was speaking about the forthcoming 2027 general elections in the country. The party chieftain said, “PDP has a groundswell and cannot be ruled out in the 2027 elections. “You just have to wait until they blow the whistle. Let PDP get our of court. Let one party of it be stable and watch and see what it…

Abubakar Abdullahi, the Imam of Nghar village, in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, who famously sheltered 262 Christians during communal violence, has passed away. His son, Saleh Abubakar, confirmed his death to Daily Trust on Friday, stating that the cleric died on Thursday night at the Plateau Specialist Hospital in Jos. According to Saleh, his father “died ten days after he was admitted” in the hospital. “He was initially diagnosed with a heart problem. He’d go for check-ups and return. His health hadn’t been stable since the heart disease diagnosis.” Imam Abubakar died at the age of…

Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr has bagged two nominations at the 2026 MOBO Awards, earning recognition in both Best African Music Act and Best International Act. Starr, who made history as the first African woman to win both categories simultaneously last year, is up against another strong list of contenders this year. The list unveiled by the organisers on Thursday features dozens of artists from across four continents. Apart from Ayra Starr, other Nigerian artists such as Wizkid, Davido, Tiwa Savage, Adekunle Gold, Rema, and Shallipopi, also made the cut with one nomination each. The 2026 MOBO Awards, which coincides with the…

Former Chelsea player, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has said that Arsenal star, Leandro Trossard has surprised him. The Blues’ legend said he was sure about Trossard at first, but that the Belgian has proved him wrong. Since coming from Brighton & Hove Albion in the summer of 2023, Trossard, 31, has made almost 150 appearances for the Gunners in different competitions. He has scored 35 goals and provided 29 assists during that time. He has scored seven goals and provided six assists in 25 matches this season, showing how valuable he is to Mikel Arteta’s team. Although he did not score…