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Sonam Wangchuk’s journey from a remote Ladakh village to becoming an acclaimed engineer and education reformer continues to inspire millions across India and beyond.

Welcome to Canada, the land where Nigeria’s first Commonwealth gold medal was achieved by Arinze Ifeajuna at Vancouver 1954. Daniel Igali won Olympic gold for the North Americans and also captained the team. Joe Ehizode, like many Nigerians, has found home in Surrey, British Columbia. He was a sports journalist before relocating nearly three decades ago. Denying his roots is out of it. What has come to stay is a middle way out, with malice towards none. He wrote : “I owe my undiluted allegiance to Canada first, and my country of birth Nigeria, second. But because Nigeria did not qualify for…

The Lagos State Government has sealed more than 20 properties in Ikeja Local Government Area over alleged violations of physical planning laws. The enforcement exercise was carried out by the Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority (LASPPPA) as part of the government’s efforts to curb illegal developments and enforce compliance with planning regulations. The affected properties included landed properties, uncompleted buildings and structures with unauthorised extensions, according to a statement shared by the state government on Facebook on Friday. According to a statement on its Facebook page on Friday, the exercise was led by Olayinka Wasiu, permanent secretary, Office of…

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA – JULY 24: Anthony Joshua and Kristian Prenga face-off during the weight in ahead of their fight on the ‘The Comeback’ fight card at Jeddah Promenade on July 24, 2026 in Jeddah, . (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images)Getty ImagesAnthony Joshua is back in the boxing ring on Saturday in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Joshua will take on Kristian Prenga in the headlining fight of another strong Saudi boxing card. While Joshua is expected to handle Prenga, there is some pressure. The battle with Tyson Fury — who just stopped Mariusz Wach on Friday — is reportedly signed, sealed…

Prentis, a new AI research lab focused on computer use models, co-founded by serial entrepreneur Ritankar Das and tech heavyweights Reid Hoffman and Mark Pincus, is in talks to raise $100 million at a $1 billion valuation, according to two people familiar with the discussions. Launched in April, Prentis is training models to learn how office workers navigate routine workflows across documents and systems, with the goal of building AI agents that can control computers to automate those tasks. Prentis will ostensibly develop agents tailored to these customers’ needs, such as handling insurance claims and automating customs duty refund exceptions…

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) welcomes President Bola Tinubu’s creation of four new Army divisions across the country, a statement says. The statement says the simultaneous creation of four new divisions is the largest single expansion of the Nigerian Army in modern history, adding that the bold step shows the President’s renewed commitment to security of lives and property. “We wholeheartedly welcome this development, including the president’s approval for the Army to hire 28,000 new personnel and acquire more critical military assets. We are confident that this initiative will enhance the government’s counterterrorism and anti-banditry efforts,” according to the statement.…

Michael Kratsios, chief science adviser to US President Donald Trump, released a report this week that reimagines how science in the country is funded. Credit: Daniel Heuer/Bloomberg via GettyWashington DCIt was a big week for science in the administration of US President Donald Trump. On Tuesday, the president’s chief science adviser, Michael Kratsios, release a report called Science: A New Golden Age that proposes substantial changes to federally funded research. The next day saw him help to unveil some of the first winners of research grants from the Genesis Mission, the administration’s flagship artificial-intelligence initiative.For the past year and a…

Jenny Shin took a five-shot lead at the ISPS HANDA Women’s Scottish Open on Friday, as Lottie Woad, Charley Hull and Nelly Korda again toiled with the windy conditions at Dundonald Links.Lauren Coughlin, who had joined Shin as the overnight co-leader at six under par, also struggled, going two over par in her front nine holes, before returning to the clubhouse at level par, to move to four under through 36 holes. Despite a bumpy start, posting a bogey on the first, Shin, capitalised on her momentum from what was a sensational opening-round 66, to shoot a five-under par 67…

Award-winning Nigerian singer and songwriter, Teni, has released her highly anticipated extended play (EP), The Wellness Package, marking a new phase centred on personal growth, healing and community. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the project reflects Teni’s personal experiences over recent years, presenting wellness as a lifestyle rooted in love, laughter, self-care and meaningful human connections. The six-track EP also marks the beginning of Teni’s strategic partnership with Gamma, aimed at expanding her creative vision and global reach. Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Gamma, Larry Jackson, described Teni as an exceptional artiste with a rare ability…

Ademola Oshodi The international environment is placing a heavier responsibility on Nigeria. Regional security cooperation has weakened, competition for energy finance and technology has intensified, and humanitarian funding is contracting even as domestic needs increase. Three developments this week show why Nigeria must combine leadership with discipline, strengthening its capacity to act without assuming obligations it cannot sustain. On 14 July, the United Nations Security Council reviewed the political and security situation in West Africa and the Sahel. The following day, Nigeria’s Permanent Representation to the UN convened a discussion on energy access and just transitions during the UN High-Level…