Friday, June 19, 2026

Singapore

June 5, 2026

Indonesia set to regulate cigarette packaging to tackle youth addiction

The ministry confirmed that graphic health warnings would remain mandatory under the new regulations.

Packs of cigarettes
May 21, 2026

WHO honours six global health laureates

The World Health Organisation said six laureates advancing primary health care were recognised during the 79th World Health Assembly.

World Health Organisation (WHO) and Tedros Ghebreyesus
April 4, 2026

Nigeria emerges largest global market for USDT, USDC

 At least 59 per cent of Nigerian cryptocurrency users hold USDT, while 48 per cent own USDC, according to the 2026 Stablecoin Utility Report by BVNK. 

Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC)
February 27, 2026

English Premier League set to launch new streaming platform

The new streaming service was announced by the Premier League chief executive, Richard Masters.

EPL
February 17, 2026

Asian markets cautious ahead of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks

Markets in China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, and South Korea were closed on Tuesday for the Lunar New Year holidays. U.S. markets were shut on Monday for Presidents’ Day.

Japan’s Nikkei
January 29, 2026

2026 Privacy Day: Data misuse risks increasing in Nigeria, experts warn

Experts on Wednesday warned that rapid advances in emerging technologies are outpacing existing laws, exposing citizens to greater risks of data misuse.

Data
January 21, 2026

NextGen innovation challenge will transform Nigeria into Africa’s Powerhouse: NBTI

The National Board for Technology Incubation says the Next Generation Challenge 2026 will entrench Nigeria as Africa’s Innovation Powerhouse.

National Board for Technology Incubation
January 13, 2026

Singapore’s passport most powerful globally in 2026; Japan, South Korea second: Report

The United Arab Emirates ranks fifth, New Zealand sixth, Australia seventh, Canada eighth, and Malaysia nineth.

Singapore's passport
December 11, 2025
Sam Nda-Isaiah
November 18, 2025

Bill to repeal MoF Incorporated Act passes second reading in Senate

The bill, sponsored by Senator Mohammed Sani (APC-Niger), was designed to make for a modern, transparent, and professionally driven framework for MOFI.

Nigerian Senate