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Nigeria’s T’Digress lost 77-60 to South Korea in their second game at the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournament. Korea won the keenly contested first quarter 20-16. Nigeria fought back in the second quarter, fighting to draw 16-16 but the Korea went into the half time break with a four-point lead. Korea seized the initiative again in the third quarter edging it 22-19. The Asians champions took apart the D’Tigress in the fourth quarter, winning it 19-9. D’Tigress, who whitewashed Colombia 70-37 in their first game, will next face Philippines on Saturday. Source link

Novak Djokovic congratulated Jack Draper after their encounter at the Indian Wells Open, where the British star secured a hard-fought victory. The match was a tightly contested battle in the California desert, eventually decided by a third-set tiebreak, with Draper overcoming the 24-time Grand Slam champion in an intense three-set clash. Despite the defeat, Djokovic was quick to praise his opponent both in his post-match press conference and later on social media. “I mean, he’s been playing at a great level, actually. I have watched him a little bit, had some highlights in Dubai that he has played there a…

The global demand for electricity is growing at a vertiginous rate. By 2035, it is expected that it will increase by more than 10,000 terawatt-hours, equivalent to the total consumption of all advanced economies today. The rise of artificial intelligence has a large part to play: AI technology is powered by data centres and the electricity consumption a medium-sized data centre is equivalent to that of 100,000 households. According to the International Energy Agency, data centres demand increased by more than three quarters between 2023 and 2024 and is expected to account for over 20  per cent of electricity‑demand…

Years ago, a dashing and genteel young man called Casanova de Seingalt met a ravishing young lady called Kudi. The young man met Kudi during turbulence, when alliances were a scarce commodity, and one needed a paisano to overcome the hellscape. Throughout the blizzard, Kudi stood firm like a totem pole. Knowing full well that one good turn deserves another, the loving young man promised to walk down the aisle with Kudi as compensation for loyalty. Sadly, the promise made 106 years ago was never kept, even as the unfulfilled promises, heartbreak, and trauma continue to pervade our world. The…

Nigeria’s PalmPay is expanding its network of physical offices as it seeks to broaden financial inclusion, a move that underscores the limits of purely digital banking in the country. The fintech, which now operates 28 offices nationwide, says the expansion is aimed at bringing financial services closer to communities often overlooked by traditional banks. Speaking at the opening of a new office in Lagos, Managing Director Chika Nwosu argued that effective financial inclusion requires more than an app. “A strong operational presence complements digital innovation,” he said in an email to The PUNCH, noting that the network helps improve customer…

FG has suspended petrol import licences again as local refineries meet Nigeria’s fuel demand. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Federal Government has again suspended the issuance of petrol import licences as increasing local refining capacity continues to meet Nigeria’s domestic fuel demand. The development was disclosed in a statement shared by Dada Olusegun, Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, via his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Wednesday. According to the statement, the suspension has now lasted for two consecutive months, signalling the government’s renewed confidence in locally refined petroleum products. “The Federal Government has suspended the issuance…

The Dollar to Naira black market exchange rate continued its upward movement on Thursday, March 12th 2026, as sustained demand for foreign currency exerted additional pressure on the naira in Nigeria’s parallel market. As of today, black market operators are buying the United States Dollar at ₦1,410 and selling at ₦1,420, reflecting a ₦10 spread between buying and selling rates. The steady increase signals persistent liquidity constraints and heightened demand within the informal foreign exchange segment. The Dollar to Naira exchange rate remains one of the most closely tracked economic indicators in Nigeria because of its direct impact on importation…

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Nentawe Yilwatda, on Thursday, said President Bola Tinubu remains committed to democratic governance and the rule of law following his assent to the Electoral Law of 2026. Yilwatda disclosed this in a statement posted on his official X account after attending an interfaith breaking of fast with the President, Vice President Kashim Shettima, leaders of the APC and members of the Inter-Party Advisory Council at the State House in Abuja. According to him, the gathering reflected unity among political and religious leaders and underscored a shared commitment to Nigeria’s development. “I had…

Officials enforcing sanitation laws in Lagos State have apprehended five individuals during an early morning operation to curb open defecation and other environmental nuisances. This was revealed in a video shared on X by the Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, on Thursday. According to the commissioner, the operation was carried out around Ebute Ero and the surrounding areas on Lagos Island. “Anti-open defecation squad on early morning duty at Ebute Ero and environs in Lagos Island, to curb open defecation and other environmental nuisances. “Five (5) defaulters were apprehended during the operation. “They have been…

The Democratic Republic of Congo have named their 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup intercontinental play-offs, leaving out two players who were highlighted in a formal complaint by the Nigeria Football Federation, a move that adds a new twist to an eligibility dispute still pending with FIFA. Head coach Sébastien Desabre confirmed the squad on Wednesday, keeping the core group that beat Nigeria on penalties in the African play-off round, while recalling several players who had not featured in the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Captain Chancel Mbemba will lead the team, joined by experienced players including Cedric…