The 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump, marked his return to office on Monday by signing a flurry of executive orders, fulfilling campaign promises and setting the tone for his administration. The executive actions addressed a broad range of topics, including healthcare, climate agreements, immigration, foreign aid, and economic policy. Below is an overview of the key orders signed. Withdrawal from WHO Explaining his decision, the president cited…

The 47th US president poised to lead backlash against Hague-based court’s ruling on Israeli PM Donald Trump could sanction the International Criminal Court (ICC) this week over its arrest warrant issued for Benjamin Netanyahu, Foreign Office insiders believe. Karim Khan KC, the British lawyer who is the ICC’s chief prosecutor, may be personally targeted in the action, given the fierce criticism of Mr Trump’s allies over his decision. The move could…

Cryptocurrency has gained significant popularity in Nigeria in recent years, offering new opportunities for investment and financial transactions. However, the world of crypto can be daunting for beginners and that’s why I have decided to take you on a journey of what cryptocurrency is and how you can get started as a Nigeria regardless of your age demographic. Trust me, its gonna be educative, informative, strategic and fun. Let’s go.…

GOD DID! is the debut single by the newly formed worship powerhouse, Sons of Sunday which was released on January 17, 2025. The group comprises prominent Christian artists and songwriters including: Steven Furtick (Elevation Church) Brandon Lake (Bethel Music) Chandler Moore (Maverick City Music) Chris Brown (Elevation Worship) Pat Barrett (formerly of Housefires) Leeland Mooring (LEELAND) This collaboration brings together a wealth of experience and talent from the contemporary Christian…

Hopes are rising that, with the support of the United Nations, the architects of the brutal former regime of Bashar al Assad in Syria will eventually be held accountable for their crimes. For years, UN human rights bodies have been documenting, monitoring and publishing reports on abuses, and bringing Syria’s dire human rights record to the world’s attention. The fall of Bashar al Assad in December 2024 was largely greeted…

One millionaire left Britain every 45 minutes in the year Labour came to power, figures suggest. The UK lost 10,800 millionaires to overseas countries last year, more than double the number in 2023, according to new data. The wealth exodus equates to 30 millionaires leaving a day – approximately one every three quarters of an hour. It comes as Labour plans to abolish centuries-old tax laws that allow foreign investors to…

Nigerian president’s economic shock therapy has gutted the middle class and the megacity’s festive party scene. “Detty December” is almost upon Lagos, but you would not know it from the atmosphere in bars and clubs throughout Nigeria’s largest city. Lagos’s world-famous nightlife reaches its raucous peak during the month, when festive abandon by locals coincides with an influx of foreign currency-carrying diasporans. “Detty” is a light-hearted alternative for “dirty”…

It is not yet clear that the Gaza ceasefire will even come into force. But, if the war is indeed ending, what has it meant for the world? For Israel, the impact seems double-edged. The country’s leader, Benjamin Netanyahu, can argue that he has turned a national tragedy into a strategic victory. Hamas has been devastated, if not entirely destroyed. Hizbollah, the Lebanese militant group that was the most…

One common thread running through the 2025 year ahead outlooks from banks and asset managers was a near-consensus view that the dollar would strengthen further in the coming 12 months. Like much else in the incoming Trump administration’s agenda, the talk around the value of the greenback has been at times contradictory. Donald Trump himself, together with many of his key trade policy advisers, has long argued that a…

Following the Kankara General Hospital attack by bandits in Kankara Local Government Area on Wednesday, Governor Dikko Radda has issued a stern warning to bandits and partners that such acts will not be tolerated by the state government. The Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Mohammed, on Thursday, noted this in documents shared with pressmen. Acknowledging the severity of the attack, he noted that those responsible, when found capable, will be punished…

Netflix has been on a roll this year, consistently delivering a wave of exciting new shows that keep viewers entertained. For those who relish the constant stream of fresh content, this is a golden age for entertainment! Choosing what to watch on a weekend can be a daunting task. To alleviate the stress, I’ve curated a selection of shows that are guaranteed to captivate you. Instead of simply recommending, I’ve…

Tap-to-earn games have emerged as a pivotal force in democratizing access to cryptocurrency, attracting millions of users to the burgeoning crypto ecosystem. Initially launched on platforms like Telegram, these games, with their simple mechanics and the allure of earning rewards, have proven to be highly effective onboarding tools. Games like Notcoin, Hamster Kombat, and Catizen exemplify the success of this model. By introducing players to fundamental crypto concepts such as…