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]]> Two fast-growing Chinese artificial intelligence firms, which are Zhipu AI and MiniMax, are set to debut on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in January 2026, aiming to raise $1B+ combined, ahead of U.S. giants like OpenAI and Anthropic. Zhipu AI, founded in 2019 by professors from Tsinghua University, plans to list on January 8, […]

]]> Nigeria’s equities market has broken through the N100 trillion capitalisation barrier for the first time, closing at N101.8 trillion on Monday, January 5, 2026. The landmark moment comes as investors adjust to the country’s new tax regime, which took effect on January 1. The stock market recorded its highest daily rally in 2026 on […]

]]> The naira strengthened across segments of the foreign exchange (FX) market on Monday despite a decline in weekly FX inflows at the official window. Data published by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the naira appreciated marginally by N1.54, with the dollar quoted at N1,429.30 […]

]]> Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has warned the club’s board to stop interfering with his job and allow him to work without obstruction, following Sunday’s 1–1 draw with Leeds United. Speaking at a tense post-match press conference, the Portuguese tactician raised fresh doubts about his long-term future at Old Trafford, hinting at internal rifts […]

]]> Ghana has condemned the United States’ military action in Venezuela, describing it as an unauthorised invasion that violates international law and threatens global stability. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Ghanaian government said the US operation breached the United Nations Charter and undermined the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states. The condemnation followed […]

]]> The Kwara State House of Assembly has passed the Harmonised Taxes and Levies (Approval for Collection), Bill 2025, into law The passage of the bill followed the consideration and adoption of the report of the House Committee on Finance and Appropriation during plenary session lead by Ariola Fatimoh Lawal, chairman, House Committee on Finance […]

]]> Pope Leo XIV has called on Christian faithful across the world to collectively pray for peace in his first Angelus address for 2026. According to him, God is inviting the faithful “to renew our times by finally ushering in an era of peace and friendship among peoples.” The Pope called on the faithful to […]

]]> Former presidential candidate, Gbenga Hashim, has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to Nigeria, insisting that surrender is not an option despite the nation’s deepening political, economic and security challenges. Hashim made the declaration in Abuja during a North Central zonal meeting of the Gbenga Hashim Solidarity Movement, which brought together state coordinators from across the […]

]]> Lagos is a city that rarely pauses. Its rhythm is urgent, ambitious, and unrelenting, a place where time is measured by movement and productivity. In such a city, leisure is often treated as indulgence, squeezed into margins rather than designed as a way of life. Yet, quietly and deliberately, a different philosophy is taking […]

The five trading days foreign exchange market ended on Friday with Nigeria’s currency gaining 0.39 percent against the dollar on the black market but exchange rate disparity between the official and alternative markets remains a concern. ]]> …exits list after nearly two years Nigeria’s naira closed 2025 outside the list of Africa’s 10 worst performing […]