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OPay has unveiled its new “OPay Is Okay” campaign, reaffirming its commitment to building trust, security and reliability in Nigeria’s fast-growing digital finance ecosystem as millions of Nigerians increasingly rely on fintech platforms for their everyday financial needs. For tens of millions of Nigerians, digital financial services have transformed the way money is managed, making it easier to transfer funds, pay bills, save, and run businesses. However, as digital finance continues to expand, concerns around fraud, online scams and misinformation have made trust a critical factor in how consumers choose financial service providers. Recognising this, OPay says trust has become the foundation…

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 August 2026 – The World Council on City Data (WCCD) has officially awarded Vinhomes Green Paradise – Can Gio the InterimCustom ISO 37122Smart CityCertification. This milestone marks another significant step in Vinhomes Green Paradise’s journey toward becoming the first mega urban development in Vietnam to achieve an internationally recognized smart city certification, setting new benchmarks for sustainable urban development on a global scale. The certification recognizes the substantial progress Vinhomes Green Paradise has made in advancing its smart city development in alignment with international standards. WCCD acknowledged that the project has achieved…

By Victor Ahiuma-Young ABUJA— The Federal Government has directed that the outstanding two-month wage award owed  federal civil servants be paid on or before August 15, 2026, following a high-level meeting between the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, and the leadership of the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council, JNPSNC. The breakthrough, reached at the last minute, effectively averted a planned labour confrontation after the JNPSNC suspended its August 11 ultimatum issued the Minister’s office over unresolved workers’ welfare issues. The meeting, held yesterday was personally chaired by the minister and attended by…

Military authorities have declared some senior commanders of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) wanted, following forensic analyses of electronic devices recovered during recent combat operations in the Lake Chad region of Borno State.In a statement issued on Wednesday, Mohammed Goni, the acting spokesperson for Operation Hadin Kai, a joint task force in the North-east, said the breakthrough followed recent offensive operations against ISWAP fighters in northern Borno. Mr Goni, a captain, said troops recovered several technical devices and other intelligence materials, including a camcorder allegedly used by ISWAP members to record propaganda videos and document operational activities. According…

News » Premier League news » Chelsea newsAugust 5, 2026 21:36 GMT (UK), by Sri Aswin View Chelsea summer 2026 transfer targets Chelsea set Gusto price Chelsea have reportedly set a staggering price tag for Malo Gusto after transfer interest from Paris Saint-Germain. Gusto has been the Blues’ backup right-back behind Reece James, but his future is uncertain after the recent arrival of Marco Palestra.The Frenchman has already been linked with a move to Manchester City to reunite with former Blues manager Enzo Maresca.Meanwhile, a return to Ligue 1 has now emerged as a possibility with PSG having joined the pursuit of the former…

“I am alarmed by the rise in executions and death sentences issued in Iran since March and that capital punishment continues to be used to instill fear among the population and suppress dissent,” UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk said in a statement, urging Iranian authorities to urgently halt all executions and move towards the abolition of the death penalty.Widespread civilian protests against the Government began at the end of 2025 linked to economic unrest, soaring inflation and widespread shortages. The crackdown which followed led to thousands of deaths, with thousands more detained, together with a months-long internet blackout.A…

The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division announced on Wednesday that OpenAI, and its once-subsidiary Statsig, signed a settlement that includes three years of oversight over the AI lab’s hiring practices. The DOJ has alleged that these companies used various tactics to prevent U.S. citizens from applying for jobs held by immigrant employees when the companies were sponsoring those workers for permanent U.S. residence. The companies did not admit to wrongdoing, although they did agree to pay $3.2 million. Of that, $1.2 million is a fine and the remaining $2 million is being set aside to pay restitution to U.S. citizens…

Newcastle have appointed Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach following Eddie Howe’s departure, the English Premier League club announced Wednesday. The 38-year-old Jaissle, a former Germany Under-21 international, was previously in charge of Saudi side Al-Ahli but has no prior experience of managing a top-flight club. “It is an incredible honour to become head coach of Newcastle United,” said Jaissle. “This is one of the biggest clubs in European football, with a unique history, identity and supporter base, and I am excited to experience that passion and connection first-hand. “When Newcastle United comes your way, you take notice. The…

As MSMEs across the South-East seek opportunities for growth, market expansion and cross-border trade, Stanbic IBTC, in partnership with the Anambra State Government, convened the Nigeria Business Summit Regional Tour in Onitsha to equip businesses with practical solutions for sustainable growth. The summit, organised in collaboration with the Anambra State Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Trade, brought together government officials, business leaders, trade associations, development partners and entrepreneurs to explore practical pathways for economic growth, business sustainability and increased participation in local and international trade. Speaking at the event, which took place on Wednesday, 29 July 2026, Honourable Nonso Chukwuma…

Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has defended President Bola Tinubu against allegations that he disrespected the Catholic Church, insisting that the President enjoys a cordial relationship with the Catholic bishops and has always maintained an open-door policy towards them. Kalu made the remarks on Wednesday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today while reacting to the controversy that followed the recent meeting between President Tinubu and members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN). The controversy was fuelled by comments from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice-presidential candidate, Rotimi Amaechi, who alleged that Tinubu had insulted…