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Saudi Arabia Welcomes Yemen’s Request for Riyadh Forum Amid Rising Southern Conflict
Saudi Arabia has officially welcomed a request from Yemen’s Saudi-backed Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) to host a high-level forum in Riyadh aimed at resolving escalating violence in southern Yemen. The move comes amid a surge in armed conflict between rival factions, raising concerns about regional stability and the security of Gulf nations. In an official
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WOMA 2025 Finale: Honouring Legacy, Celebrating Excellence, and Championing Nigeria’s Creative Future
The 2025 Wale Olomu Memorial Awards (WOMA) concluded with a heartfelt radio finale on Saturday, December 20, 2025, broadcast live on TopRadio 90.9 FM. The event marked the final chapter in a series of media engagements by the WOMA 2025 Steering Committee, celebrating excellence in entertainment while honouring the enduring legacy of late journalist and
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World Reacts to U.S. Strikes on Venezuela
The world is responding with alarm after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a “large-scale strike” on Venezuela, claiming that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife had been captured and flown out of the country. The operation, Trump said on Truth Social, was conducted “in conjunction with U.S. law enforcement.” Venezuelan Reaction Maduro’s government denounced
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Adekunle Gold Makes History at Wole Soyinka Centre with Star-Studded Concert
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Adekunle Gold made history on Friday, December 26, 2025, as the first artist to headline a concert at the newly renovated National Theatre, now the Wole Soyinka Centre, Lagos. His sold-out show, titled Fuji and sponsored by The Macallan, marked the return of large-scale live performances to the iconic venue, drawing a
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Dow Climbs on First Day of 2026 Despite Absence of Santa Claus Rally
U.S. stock markets kicked off 2026 with modest gains, as the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 snapped a four-day losing streak. The Dow rose 319.10 points (0.66%) to 48,382.39, while the S&P 500 gained 12.97 points (0.19%) to 6,858.47. The Nasdaq Composite remained largely flat, closing at 23,235.63. Chipmakers Nvidia and Intel, along
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How Nigerian Celebrities Celebrated Christmas
While many Nigerians marked Christmas with family gatherings and quiet reflection, several celebrities shared glimpses of their day with fans, blending family, faith, and work. Toyin Abraham: The actress spent Christmas promoting her new film Oversabi Aunty, traveling from Osogbo to Ibadan. Exhausted but cheerful, she encouraged fans to see the movie, describing it as
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Berkshire Hathaway Enters Post-Buffett Era as Shares Slip Slightly
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. quietly entered the post-Buffett era on Friday as shares drifted lower, following Warren Buffett’s historic decision to hand over the CEO role to longtime lieutenant Greg Abel. After six decades as the conglomerate’s chief architect, Buffett’s exit marks a major milestone in the company’s history. Leadership Transition Greg Abel, 63, now oversees
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Global Equity Funds See Strong Inflows in Final Week of 2025 Amid AI Rally
Global equity funds closed 2025 on a strong note, with investors showing renewed confidence amid AI-driven market gains and a robust corporate earnings outlook. According to LSEG Lipper data, global equity funds recorded $26.54 billion in net inflows during the last week of the year, following approximately $37.05 billion the previous week. Market Performance and
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Naira Gains N100 Against Dollar, Foreign Reserves Hit $45.5bn in 2025
The Nigerian naira recorded a remarkable gain in 2025, appreciating nearly N100 against the US dollar, while the country’s foreign reserves rose to $45.5 billion. The naira closed the year at N1,435.76 per dollar on December 31, 2025, up from N1,535 at the end of 2024. Foreign reserves increased by $4.6 billion, growing from $40.9
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Abia: Ikpeazu Recalls Challenges During His Administration
Former Abia State Governor Okezie Ikpeazu has described Operation Python Dance, the #EndSARS protests, and the COVID-19 pandemic as some of the toughest challenges of his administration. Ikpeazu made the remarks on Friday while receiving Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, at his Umuobiakwa country home in Obingwa. He praised Kalu for
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