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Across Nigeria and similar economies, the cost of everyday life is no longer rising in bursts; it is rising steadily. Food, transport, housing, healthcare, and education are demanding a larger share of household income, while wages struggle to keep pace, JOSEPHINE OGUNDEJI writes Across Nigeria and many emerging markets, households are operating in an environment shaped by persistent inflationary pressure, volatile exchange rates, rising interest costs, and a steady digitalisation of money itself. In such conditions, financial survival and growth depend less on how much you earn and more on how deliberately you manage what you have. The most damaging…

Arsenal fought back from a goal down to beat Bournemouth 3-2 on Saturday and stretch their lead at the top of the Premier League as Aston Villa extended their winning run at home. Goals from Gabriel Magalhaes and two from the returning Declan Rice sent the Gunners six points clear of second-placed Villa and seven ahead of Manchester City, in third spot. Evanilson gave impressive Bournemouth the lead in the 10th minute on England’s south coast, stroking home after an uncharacteristically sloppy pass from Gabriel. But the Brazil defender made up for his error just five minutes later, converting after…

Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has announced the passing away of his father. The actor, who is also brother to actress Dakore Egbuson-Akande, shared the news on Sunday via his official Instagram page alongside pictures of his late father. Dakore Egbuson-Akande. Credit: Instagram| dakoreea He wrote, “Didn’t think I’ll start the year saying this .. Rest in peace Dad. “So much left unsaid, but I’ll keep making you proud. ” Timini and Dakore’s father. Credit: Instagram| _timini The announcement has drawn a wave of condolence messages from colleagues, fans, and friends in the entertainment industry. Actress Funke Akindele wrote, “May Daddy’s…

Belkin has announced a new wireless display adapter that works without the need for a Wi-Fi network. The ConnectAir Wireless HDMI Display Adapter includes a USB-C transmitter you connect to devices like laptops, tablets, and phones, and an HDMI receiver that plugs into a display. You don’t need to install drivers or stick to compatible apps, and Belkin says the adapter’s range maxes out at 131 feet, so you can use it while crashed in a hotel room or to present through a distant projector in a conference room.The wireless adapter, which is expected to be available in “select markets”…

Metaplanet, a Bitcoin (BTC) treasury company, may have a financial edge over other digital asset treasury companies due to structural weakness in the Japanese yen (JPY), according to BTC analyst and crypto treasury company investor Adam Livingston.Japan’s debt-to-gross-domestic-product ratio is about 250%, Livingston said. This high debt level continues to weaken the yen, which must be printed to shore up deficits every year, contributing to an even higher debt level and an erosion of the yen’s value.Measured in US dollar terms, BTC has appreciated by about 1,159% since 2020, but BTC gained 1,704% over the same time period if measured…

Netflix is exploring Benedict’s romance with newcomer Sophie in season 4 — but who makes up the Bridgerton cast amid onscreen exits? Over the years, Netflix fans have settled in to watch various love stories connected to the fictional Bridgerton family. Based on Julia Quinn‘s book series, season 1 of the hit period drama debuted in 2020 with Daphne (Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon (Regé-Jean Page) as the main focus of the show. Bridgerton highlighted Anthony’s (Jonathan Bailey) love story with Kate (Simone Ashley) two years later. Before Bridgerton returned in 2024 with Colin (Luke Newton) and Penelope (Nicola Coughlan) as…

Five persons have been confirmed dead and 13 others injured in a road accident that occurred early Sunday at Zangzat Roundabout in Langtang, Langtang North Local Government Area of Plateau State. The accident, which occurred around 3 a.m., involved a trailer carrying marketers from Shendam to Jos via Langtang, witnesses reported. The Chairman of Langtang North Local Government, Pirfa Tyem, confirmed the incident in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Kum Yakubu, and made available to journalists. According to the statement, preliminary findings indicated that the Plateau State–registered trailer, with registration number JJN 383 YZ, was involved in…

Coach Eric Chelle says the Super Eagles are focused and grounded ahead of Monday’s Round of 16 clash with Mozambique, targeting a record 18th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final appearance. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the encounter will take place at the Complexe Sportif de Fès in Morocco, with a kickoff scheduled for 8 p.m. (Nigerian time). Chelle described the knockout phase as a fresh test, warning that Nigeria’s flawless group-stage performance would offer no guarantees against a determined Mozambican side. “The Round of 16 is a new competition. Past performances will not win matches at…

Former Minister of Justice, Chief Michael Aondoakaa, SAN, has called on the United States of America to commence air assaults in Benue over the large presence of armed herdsmen attacking farmers in the state. He stated this over the weekend during a consultation dinner organised for political stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Makurdi. Chief Aondoakaa said armed herdsmen are in control of more than 15 of the 23 Local Government Areas in the state, and the people have come under sustained attacks under the current administration. He said these attacks have…

The Benue State Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Hon Benjamin Omale, has restated his support for the re-election of Governor Hyacinth Alia in the 2027 governorship election. He stated this during a meeting with members of the party and other critical stakeholders at his residence in Makurdi, the state capital. Hon Omale said the meeting was a show of unity, strength, and renewed commitment of the APC family in the state as they move into the 2027 general elections. He said the essence of the get-together was to thank God for His protection, guidance, and faithfulness over…