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WAFCON 2026: Continental Giants React as Thrilling Matchday Two Rewrites Group Dynamics

WAFCON 2026: Continental Giants React as Thrilling Matchday Two Rewrites Group Dynamics The second round of group stage fixtures at the Women’s Africa...

ByAugust 3, 2026
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INEC’s 2027 Publication Rekindles Debate Over Tinubu’s Academic Records

INEC’s 2027 Publication Rekindles Debate Over Tinubu’s Academic Records The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rekindled public debate over President Bola Tinubu’s...

ByAugust 3, 2026
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“Tinubu Will Lose This Election” — Primate Ayodele Says Hunger, Anger Will Decide 2027

“Tinubu Will Lose This Election” — Primate Ayodele Says Hunger, Anger Will Decide 2027 Leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Elijah...

ByAugust 3, 2026
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“Let Him Go Back to Primary School Online” — Sowore Mocks Tinubu’s Credentials

“Let Him Go Back to Primary School Online” — Sowore Mocks Tinubu’s Credentials The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC),...

ByAugust 3, 2026
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Harry B Issues Emotional Call as Veteran Nollywood Actress Faces Difficult Time

VIDEO: Harry B Issues Emotional Call as Veteran Nollywood Actress Faces Difficult Time Veteran Nollywood actor and musician Harry B Anyanwu has...

ByAugust 3, 2026
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Iran Denies Planned US Meeting, Contradicts Trump on Fresh Talks

Iran Denies Planned US Meeting, Contradicts Trump on Fresh Talks Iran has rejected claims by US President Donald Trump that new negotiations...

ByAugust 3, 2026
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Oil Prices Drop as Trump Delays Planned Iran Strike

Oil Prices Drop as Trump Delays Planned Iran Strike Global oil prices recorded a sharp decline on Monday after U.S. President Donald...

ByAugust 3, 2026
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“The Bubble Is About to Burst’ — Oyedepo Sends Strong Warning to Tinubu

‘The Bubble Is About to Burst’ — Oyedepo Sends Strong Warning to Tinubu Founder and General Overseer of Living Faith Church Worldwide...

ByAugust 3, 2026
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2027: Christian Coalition Seeks US Intervention Over APC’s Muslim-Muslim Ticket

2027: Christian Coalition Seeks US Intervention Over APC’s Muslim-Muslim Ticket A coalition of Christian and civil rights organisations has appealed to the...

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“Let Him Go Back to Primary School Online” — Sowore Mocks Tinubu’s Credentials

“Let Him Go Back to Primary School Online” — Sowore Mocks Tinubu’s Credentials The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele...

August 3, 2026
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Harry B Issues Emotional Call as Veteran Nollywood Actress Faces Difficult Time

VIDEO: Harry B Issues Emotional Call as Veteran Nollywood Actress Faces Difficult Time Veteran Nollywood actor and musician Harry B Anyanwu has called...

August 3, 2026
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Iran Denies Planned US Meeting, Contradicts Trump on Fresh Talks

Iran Denies Planned US Meeting, Contradicts Trump on Fresh Talks Iran has rejected claims by US President Donald Trump that new negotiations between...

August 3, 2026
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Oil Prices Drop as Trump Delays Planned Iran Strike

Oil Prices Drop as Trump Delays Planned Iran Strike Global oil prices recorded a sharp decline on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump...

August 3, 2026
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“The Bubble Is About to Burst’ — Oyedepo Sends Strong Warning to Tinubu

‘The Bubble Is About to Burst’ — Oyedepo Sends Strong Warning to Tinubu Founder and General Overseer of Living Faith Church Worldwide (Winners...

August 3, 2026
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2027: Christian Coalition Seeks US Intervention Over APC’s Muslim-Muslim Ticket

2027: Christian Coalition Seeks US Intervention Over APC’s Muslim-Muslim Ticket A coalition of Christian and civil rights organisations has appealed to the United...

August 3, 2026

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Former SUG President Found Dead While Serving as Corps Member

Former SUG President Found Dead While Serving as Corps Member A former President of the Students’ Union Government (SUG) of the Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Okebaram Stanley Chimaroke, has been found...

ByJuly 28, 2026
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Ibrahim Mbaya: What to Know About the 25-Year-Old Model Whose Death Has Sparked Outrage

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Sewuese Dies After Allegedly Being Trafficked to Cotonou for Prostitution

ByJuly 26, 2026
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Harvard-Trained Nigerian-American Engineer Raises $7m for Robot Designed to Assist Hair Braiders A Nigerian-American engineer and Harvard graduate, Yinka Ogunbiyi, has secured $7 million in seed funding to develop a robotic device designed to make hair braiding faster and less physically demanding for professional stylists. Ogunbiyi’s company, HaloBraid, is developing what it describes as the world’s first patented braid-assist robot. The device is designed to work with hairstylists by handling some of the repetitive movements involved in knotless braiding. The funding round was led by Seven Seven Six, a venture capital firm founded by Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian. AlleyCorp and Bling Capital were also among the investors. The technology has already attracted significant interest, with more than 7,000 salons reportedly waiting to use the system. HaloBraid is designed as a collaborative robot, meaning it works alongside a human stylist instead of attempting to replace one. The hairstylist remains responsible for sectioning the hair, creating the initial knot and completing the final styling. The robot then assists with the repetitive weaving process down the length of the braid before the stylist returns to finish and shape the ends. According to the company, the technology could cut the time spent on some knotless braid appointments by roughly half, allowing salons to serve more clients while reducing the physical pressure on stylists. For Ogunbiyi, the idea was born from personal experience. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she spent four days installing knotless braids on herself, an experience that made her consider how technology could assist with the most repetitive aspects of the process. She subsequently teamed up with co-founder David Afolabi to develop HaloBraid. The company’s technology is also aimed at addressing the physical demands of professional braiding. Stylists who spend years performing repetitive movements can experience problems affecting their wrists, hands, shoulders, back and joints. By assisting with the most repetitive stage of braiding, HaloBraid hopes to reduce the strain on beauty professionals and help them work more efficiently. Ogunbiyi said the technology would not take away from the personal experience of visiting a salon. Rather, she believes it can allow stylists to spend less time on repetitive movements while continuing to handle the creative and personal aspects of hairstyling. Before launching HaloBraid, Ogunbiyi worked on smart kitchen appliances and Internet of Things products. She holds a joint master’s degree in engineering and business administration from Harvard University. With a $7 million investment and thousands of salons already expressing interest, HaloBraid is seeking to introduce robotics into one of the world’s largest and most labour-intensive beauty markets.

ByJuly 25, 2026
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WAFCON 2026: Continental Giants React as Thrilling Matchday Two Rewrites Group Dynamics

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Uganda Declares Victory After Latest Ebola Outbreak Tests Health System

Uganda Declares Victory After Latest Ebola Outbreak Tests Health System Uganda has officially ended its latest Ebola outbreak after health authorities confirmed that...

ByJuly 28, 2026
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July 21, 2026
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