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Fertility experts are advising men to avoid wearing tight-fitting underwear, warning that it may negatively impact sperm quality and fertility. According to specialists, tight boxers can raise the temperature around the testicle area, potentially affecting sperm production. The United Kingdom’s National Health Service defines low sperm count, or oligozoospermia, as having fewer than 15 million…

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast hazy weather conditions across the country from Wednesday to Friday. In its weather outlook issued on Tuesday in Abuja, NiMet predicted moderate dust haze, with horizontal visibility ranging from 2km to 5km throughout the forecast period. The North Central region is expected to experience similar moderate dust haze…

Leading U.S. tech companies, including Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta, have urged President Joe Biden to reconsider proposed regulations on global AI chip exports. The companies, represented by the Information Technology Industry Council (ITI), expressed concerns about the potential impact of the new rule, warning that it could weaken U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence. The rule,…

The Naira depreciated to N1,655 per dollar in the parallel market on Wednesday, down from N1,650 per dollar on Tuesday. Similarly, in the official foreign exchange market, the Naira fell to N1,545 per dollar. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) revealed that the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) rate increased to N1,545 per…

This report is based on information gathered from black market FX operators. Specifically, the traders noted that they buy FX from customers at an average of N1660/$1 and sell for N1665/$1. However, they added that the rate could sometimes vary depending on the transaction, cash, or transfer form. that is to say, you will likely…

West Ham United has sacked manager Julen Lopetegui after just 22 games in charge, with former Chelsea boss Graham Potter poised to take over at the London Stadium. The Hammers currently sit 14th in the Premier League, just seven points clear of the relegation zone, having won only six of their 20 league games under…

Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly upgraded his private jet to a Gulfstream G650, a top-tier aircraft valued at approximately $73 million, according to Turkish newspaper Daily Sabah. Previously, Ronaldo owned a Gulfstream G200, which he sold for $21 million before acquiring the more advanced G650. The Gulfstream G650, renowned for its cutting-edge technology and luxurious design,…

The Nigerian Navy has announced the rescue of eight police officers and one civilian after a boat accident near the Agbura community in Bayelsa State. The incident occurred while the passengers were traveling to Yenagoa. Their speedboat struck a submerged wreck, causing it to capsize. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Navy’s spokesperson, Commodore…

The remains of Victor Tyohemba, his wife Mrs. Erdoo, and their two daughters, Miss Agnes Ngohide Angbiandoo and Miss Immaculate Sesughter Angbiandoo, have been laid to rest in their family home in Igbor, Benue State, following a tragic motor accident on New Year’s Day. The family perished in a ghastly accident along the Akwanga-Abuja Road…

The naira continued its decline against the dollar in the foreign exchange market on Tuesday, reflecting ongoing challenges in the Nigerian economy. According to FMDQ data, the naira weakened to N1,537.03 per dollar, down from N1,536.58 on Monday. This represents a marginal drop of N0.45 per dollar at the official market. Black Market StabilityOn the…

The National Spokesman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Felix Morka, has dismissed allegations by Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, that he threatened his life. Obi had accused Morka of issuing threats against him and his family following the former governor’s criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration in his New Year message. In…

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, ex-Chief Security Officer to late General Sani Abacha, Major Hamza Al-Mustapha, Social Democratic Party (SDP) Chairman Shehu Gabam, and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain Segun Sowunmi convened a strategic meeting on Tuesday. The meeting focused on reviewing the state of opposition democratic engagement in Nigeria. Sharing details on his…

Mr. Emmanuel Tyohemba, elder brother of Victor Tyohemba, who tragically died in a motor accident along with his wife and two children, has recounted how he learned of the devastating incident. The family had been traveling back to Abuja after celebrating Christmas and New Year in Makurdi. Speaking to our correspondent via telephone on Tuesday,…

The Naira depreciated to N1,665 per dollar in the parallel market on Monday, down from N1,660 per dollar recorded last weekend. In contrast, the Naira appreciated to N1,534.56 per dollar in the official foreign exchange market. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the exchange rate in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market…

Popular Nollywood actor Zubby Michael has claimed that singer Davido is “not a human being.” The actor made this statement during an interview on the ‘Curiosity Made Me Ask’ podcast with Isbae U, where he reflected on his experience with the singer. Zubby Michael shared how Davido gave him his first private jet ride and…

Full-time Higher National Diploma (HND) graduates, who had previously completed part-time National Diploma (ND) programs, have strongly opposed the proposed exclusion of such graduates from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme. This protest comes as registration for the second stream of Batch C mobilisation began on Monday, January 6. The affected graduates gathered at…

President Bola Tinubu has approved a retirement package for service chiefs and generals, including a $20,000 foreign medical treatment allowance, bulletproof SUVs, cooks, and other benefits. This decision has faced criticism from the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN), and the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), according…

Concerned parents of students at the Federal Science and Technical College, Yaba, Lagos, have threatened to protest if the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) fee is not reduced back to N7,500 within 72 hours. The PTA fee, which was originally set at N7,500, was recently raised to N11,500 without prior approval, prompting strong reactions from parents.…

This report is based on information gathered from black market FX operators. Specifically, the traders noted that they buy FX from customers at an average of N1660/$1 and sell for N1665/$1. However, they added that the rate could sometimes vary depending on the transaction, cash, or transfer form. that is to say, you will likely…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed a Chinese supermarket in Abuja for selling products labeled solely in Chinese, violating regulatory guidelines. Located at Azba Mall, 2 Durban Street, Wuse 2, the supermarket was shut down on Monday after NAFDAC acted on credible reports about the violations. NAFDAC’s Director…