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  Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang Defects to APC POLITICS | BREAKING NEWS Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang Defects to APC in Major Political Shake-Up ABUJA, NIGERIA — Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) , dealing a significant blow to the opposition and reshaping the political landscape of Nigeria’s North Central region. The defection was formally announced on Friday during the APC’s 14th National Caucus Meeting held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja . The confirmation was made by APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yelwata , before party leaders and senior government officials in attendance. Governor Mutfwang’s move marks one of the most consequential political realignm...

  Trump Media to Merge With Nuclear Fusion Firm to Power AI Expansion TECH & BUSINESS | BREAKING NEWS Trump Media Announces All-Stock Merger With Nuclear Fusion Firm to Power AI Expansion MIAMI, FLORIDA — Trump Media has announced plans for an all-stock merger with a leading nuclear fusion company, marking a bold strategic move to secure long-term, clean energy capacity for its expanding artificial intelligence and technology operations. A Strategic Bet on Energy and AI The proposed merger positions Trump Media at the intersection of advanced energy and next-generation computing, as global demand for power-intensive artificial intelligence infrastructure continues to accelerate. According to a statement released on Friday, the merger is designed to address one of the most pressing constraints facing AI development: energy supply....

  World Bank Set to Approve $500 Million Loan for Nigeria BREAKING NEWS | ECONOMY & DEVELOPMENT World Bank Set to Approve $500 Million Loan for Nigeria Today ABUJA, NIGERIA — December 19, 2025 The World Bank Group is expected to formally approve a $500 million development loan for Nigeria today, marking a major boost to the country’s efforts to expand access to finance for small businesses nationwide. The facility, known as the FINCLUDE (Financial Inclusion for Development) Project , is aimed at strengthening inclusive financing for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) , which form the backbone of Nigeria’s economy. Structure of the Facility According to project documentation, the $500 million package will be sourced from two World Bank financing windows: $400 million from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) ...

  The Architecture of Motion: A Newsroom Analysis of the Law of Discovery Editorial | Philosophy & Culture The Architecture of Motion: A Newsroom Analysis of the Law of Discovery By Itoro Uwah In a period where public discourse is increasingly shaped by narratives of scarcity, absence, and limitation, a short performance video featuring a skater in a structured, gravity-defying skirt has attracted attention for reasons that extend far beyond visual intrigue. Beneath the surface, the performance functions as a philosophical case study on what may be described as the Law of Discovery —the principle that existence is not empty, and that perceived lack is often the consequence of an unactivated search. At face value, the setting appears ordinary: a public road, a single performer, and an unconventional garment. Yet...

  UBA and Lagos State Formalize $100M Partnership to Transform Urban Mobility UBA and Lagos State Formalize $100M Partnership to Transform Urban Mobility By Business Newsroom | December 18, 2025 | Lagos, Nigeria United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has officially executed a landmark $100 million financing facility with LagRide, the Lagos State-supported e-hailing ecosystem. The agreement, signed this morning in Ikeja, is positioned to redefine commercial transportation and financial inclusion in Africa’s largest megacity. The facility is specifically structured to scale the "Drive-to-Own" initiative, providing a sustainable pathway for 3,500 drivers—locally referred to as "Captains"—to transition from daily vehicle rentals to full equity ownership over a 48-month period. Core Objectives of the $100M Facility Entrepreneurial E...

  Full House in Cairo as Osimhen Completes Super Eagles Squad SPORTS | AFCON 2025 Full House in Cairo as Osimhen Completes Super Eagles Squad CAIRO, EGYPT — December 18, 2025 Nigeria’s preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) reached full strength on Wednesday with the arrival of star striker Victor Osimhen at the Super Eagles’ training camp in Cairo. Osimhen, the Galatasaray forward and Africa’s reigning Footballer of the Year, was the final player to report to camp among the 28-man squad invited by Head Coach Eric Sékou Chelle. His arrival comes just ahead of the team’s scheduled departure to Morocco, where Nigeria will base its AFCON campaign. Boost for Camp and Coaching Crew The arrival of Osimhen completes a roster that already includes late arrivals Samuel Chukwueze and Moses Simon...

  Tinubu Seeks Fiscal Reset with ₦43.56 Trillion Consolidation Bill Tinubu Seeks Fiscal Reset with ₦43.56 Trillion Consolidation Bill to End Multiple Budgets Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally asked the National Assembly to repeal and re-enact the 2024 Appropriation Act, proposing a consolidated expenditure of ₦43.56 trillion to cover both the 2024 and 2025 fiscal periods. The request, contained in the Appropriation (Repeal and Re-enactment) Bill No. 2 of 2024 , represents a major attempt by the administration to overhaul Nigeria’s fiscal management system and end the long-standing practice of running overlapping budgets. Ending Overlapping Fiscal Cycles For several years, Nigeria has operated multiple budgets concurrently, with capital projects frequently rolled over across fiscal years. The Tinubu administration says this practice has weakened transparency, delayed project completion, and reduced account...

  Breaking News: Burkina Faso Releases Detained Nigerian Air Force Crew BREAKING NEWS: Burkina Faso Releases Detained Nigerian Air Force Crew and C-130 Aircraft Ouagadougou, December 18, 2025 — Burkina Faso has released 11 Nigerian Air Force (NAF) personnel and a C-130 Hercules aircraft that had been held for nine days following an unscheduled landing, ending a diplomatic standoff that raised concerns across West Africa. The aircraft had departed Lagos on December 8 en route to Portugal for scheduled maintenance when it developed a technical fault shortly after takeoff. In line with international aviation safety procedures, the crew carried out a precautionary landing at Bobo-Dioulasso Airport in southwestern Burkina Faso. From Safety Landing to Diplomatic Standoff What initially appeared to be a routine aviation safety measure quickly escalated into a diplomatic issue. Authorities within the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) —w...

  THE VOID UNVEILED: How a Masterpiece Reframes the Meaning of ‘Nothing’ EDITORIAL | Lifestyle & Philosophy By Itoro Uwah In an age defined by digital overload and constant noise, the word nothing has quietly become a common refrain. People speak of having nothing to do, nothing to offer, and nothing to show for their lives. Yet a compelling new artistic work is challenging that assumption, arguing that “nothingness” is less a reality than a failure of perception. At its core, the piece advances a provocative idea: nothing does not exist in the way we think it does. What we often describe as emptiness is, in fact, unrecognized presence. The Architecture of Existence The movement from nothing to something is not a supernatural event; it is the basic rhythm of life itself. From the birth of galaxies to the careful assembly of a bamboo sculpture, creation is always a matter of rearranging what already exists. The artist behind this work suggests that individuals who describe their...