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Messi to Extend Inter Miami Stay Beyond 2026 — Report

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have reportedly agreed to a new contract that will keep the Argentine forward at the club beyond the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A source close to the negotiations revealed that an official announcement is expected within the next two weeks. The deal would see Messi, who turns 39 in 2026, continue playing in Major League Soccer (MLS) well after the tournament, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This move suggests

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Afriland Towers Fire: Six More Fatalities Confirmed, Death Toll Rises to 10

The tragic fire incident at Afriland Towers on Broad Street, Lagos Island, has claimed more lives, bringing the confirmed death toll to ten. United Capital Plc, an investment and financial services company with offices on the 3rd and 4th floors of the six-storey building, announced on Thursday that six of its employees did not survive the blaze. This confirmation follows Wednesday’s disclosure by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) that four of its staff members were also among the victims.

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Nigerian Chef to Attempt Guinness World Record with Largest Pot of Ukodo and Beans

Barely days after Hilda Baci’s Guinness World Record for the largest pot of jollof rice was officially confirmed, another Nigerian chef is gearing up for her own cooking feat. Rita Nnagbogu Ifeyinwa has announced plans to set a new Guinness World Record with the largest pot of Ukodo (yam pepper soup) and beans. The attempt is scheduled for September 17, 2025, in Asaba, Delta State, according to a Facebook post by Ossai Ovie Success, who revealed that over ₦20 million

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FCT Hospitals Paralyzed as Resident Doctors Begin Indefinite Strike

Healthcare services across Federal Capital Territory (FCT) hospitals were significantly disrupted on Monday, September 15, 2025, as resident doctors launched an indefinite strike, following unresolved grievances with the FCT health authorities. The strike, officially declared by the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD), FCT chapter, was confirmed in a communiqué issued after an emergency general meeting held on September 14. The statement, signed by ARD-FCT President George Ebong and Secretary Agbor Affiong, cited long-standing issues the government had failed to address—even

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Naira Strengthens to N1,497/$ as FX Inflows and Reserves Boost Market Confidence

The naira gained ground against the US dollar on Monday, breaking below the N1,500/$ barrier for the first time in over six months. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reported that the currency closed at N1,497.46/$ in the official market — an improvement from its previous closing rate of N1,501.49/$, reflecting a 0.27% appreciation. This marks the first time since late February to early March 2025 that the naira has traded below N1,500 in official markets. The gain follows a

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Naira Strengthens to N1,497/$ as FX Inflows and Reserves Boost Market Confidence

The naira gained ground against the US dollar on Monday, breaking below the N1,500/$ barrier for the first time in over six months. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reported that the currency closed at N1,497.46/$ in the official market — an improvement from its previous closing rate of N1,501.49/$, reflecting a 0.27% appreciation. This marks the first time since late February to early March 2025 that the naira has traded below N1,500 in official markets. The gain

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Amusan Wins Silver at 2025 Tokyo Worlds, Carries Nigeria’s Hopes With Pride

World record holder Tobi Amusan has secured a silver medal in the women’s 100m hurdles final at the Tokyo 2025 World Championships, clocking an impressive 12.29 seconds, just behind Switzerland’s Ditaji Kambundji, who set a new national record of 12.24 seconds to win gold. The bronze went to Grace Stark of the United States, who finished in 12.34 seconds. Amusan, Nigeria’s 2022 world champion, spoke openly about the emotional and mental pressure she felt leading up to the race. “I

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Africa Faces $200 Billion Loss Annually Due to Poor Sanitation — World Bank Warns

The World Bank has issued a stark warning about the escalating global sanitation crisis, highlighting that nearly 40% of the global population still lacks access to safe sanitation systems. The consequences, it said, are far-reaching — affecting public health, economic development, and environmental sustainability. In a report titled “The Global Sanitation Crisis: Pathways for Urgent Action,” the World Bank revealed that Africa alone loses an estimated $200 billion each year in potential economic output as a result of poor sanitation

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Food Price Crash: Farmers Kick as Agro-Imports Hit N2.2tn

Nigeria’s agricultural import bill rose to ₦2.22 trillion in the first half of 2025, sparking outrage among farmers, millers, and stakeholders who say Federal Government policies are worsening food insecurity and crippling local production. The backlash followed President Bola Tinubu’s recent directive to a Federal Executive Council committee to “further crash food prices” nationwide. The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sabi Abdullahi, disclosed this in Abuja while addressing journalists at a workshop on parliamentary reporting. According to

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