![Iranian health officials have warned that high levels of pollution will exacerbate the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, which has already caused more deaths in Iran than in any other country in the Middle East [Majid Asgaripour-Reuters]](https://www.today.ng/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/13202519-218x150.jpg "Iran’s smog, blackouts made worse by power-sapping crypto mining")
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Kwara APC elders declare support for Governor AbdulRazaq
Several elders and stakeholders in the Kwara State APC on Monday declared total support for the administration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, who they claimed has changed the narrative of the state across various sectors.
Apple explains how AirPods Max conserve battery life with or without the case
After some initial confusion around how the AirPods Max handle power management, Apple has tried to clarify the issue with an updated support page outlining how and when its new $550 headphones automatically conserve battery life.
Akin Adesina: General Gowon’s integrity is impeccable
President of African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwunmi Adesina, has backed former Nigeria Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, refuting the claims that he ”looted half of Central Bank of Nigeria to the UK.”
Bauchi governor salutes ex-President Jonathan at 63
Bauchi State Governor, Sen Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed has felicitated former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan on the occasion of his 63rd birthday anniversary describing him as a true leader who believes in the Nigerian project.
Instagram redesigns home screen, adds Reels, Shop tabs
Instagram’s making major design changes to its home screen for the first time in years. Today, the company announced that it’s adding Reels and Shop tabs to its home screen, a communication of the company’s priorities. The Reels tab will, of course, lead users to Reels, shortform videos similar to TikTok.
Edo guber: My ‘SIMPLE’ agenda realistic, achievable – Pastor Ize-Iyamu
Mr Osagie Ize-Iyamu, Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming governorship election in Edo, says his ‘SIMPLE’ agenda is specific, realistic and achievable.
Nigerian government approves e-SIM trial for MTN
MTN Nigeria Plc (MTN) has announced the trial of e-SIM services on its network based on approvals received from the Federal Government.
MTN launches e-Sim to boost quality services
MTN Nigeria Plc on Wednesday unveiled the trial of e-SIM services on its network to improve customer experience and maintain the highest quality of service for its customers.
NFF: Abba Kyari was a colossus
The Nigeria Football Federation has expressed profound shock and a sense of deep sorrow at the passage on Saturday, 18th April 2020 of Mallam Abba Kyari, Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari.
Easter: APGA harps on togetherness to end challenges facing Nigeria
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), has sent warm regards to Nigerians, urging all and sundry to bury political differences and come together in tackling the myriads of problems bedevilling the country at the moment.
Kayode Fayemi: Fredrick Fasheun is pillar of Democratic struggles in Nigeria
Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State has mourned the passing of the founder of Oodua Peoples Congress (OPC), Dr. Fredrick Fasehun, saying that the country has lost a major pillar of her democratic struggles.
![Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, his wife and immediate past President of Ghana, John Mahama. [ThePledge]](https://www.today.ng/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/23095618-324x235.jpg "Ooni hosts Ghana’s John Mahama in Ile Ife")
Ooni hosts Ghana’s John Mahama in Ile Ife
The Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has said that the African continent remains one big family, despite the boundaries between her countries and communities.
Governor Masari extols leadership qualities of Daura emir
Gov. Aminu Masari of Katsina has commended the exemplary leadership qualities of the Emir of Daura, Alhaji Farouk Umar, describing him as “a role model” for the nation’s young leaders.
Cross River bye-election winner promises to uphold husband’s ideals
Mrs Abbey Ukpukpen, winner of the last Saturday bye-election into Obudu State Constituency, Cross River House of Assembly has promised to uphold the ideals of her late husband, Mr Stephen Ukpukpen, in the state Assembly.
Ooni of Ife calls for peaceful coexistence among Nigerians
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has called for unity and peaceful coexistence among Nigerians, irrespective of their tribe, language or religion.
Why I’ll vote Buhari again and again
The greatest talking point in our country this week has been the declaration by President Muhammadu Buhari that he would seek a second term in office next year. And naturally so. Desire by any President, whether positive or negative, should elicit great interest in the citizenry.
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President Muhammed Buhari has been known to be a disciplined retired military General who lived a simple and austere life devoid of ostentation. He is not known to have the common vices associated with politics and politicians. He does not smoke or drink alcohol.
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Lecturer found dead with bullet wounds in Ebonyi
A lecturer with the Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike Ikwo, Ebonyi State, Mr Kyrian Nwoke, has been murdered by unknown assailants.
Rights group urges lifting Ugandan social media ban
“It is alarming that the Ugandan authorities have suspended social media networks including Twitter, Facebook and WhatsApp and restricted people’s right to freedom of expression and access to information,” said Sarah Jackson, Amnesty International's Deputy Regional Director for East Africa, the Horn and the Great Lakes, in a press release.
US slaps sanctions on two foundations linked to Iranian supreme leader
The United States on Wednesday blacklisted two Iranian foundations controlled by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and their subsidiaries, saying the institutions enabled Iran’s elite to sustain a “corrupt” system of ownership over large parts of the economy.
Abuja chamber welcomes FCT tax harmonisation
Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has welcomed the plan by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Alhaji Muhammad Bello to harmonise tax policies within the territory in order end multiple taxations on by businesses in the territory.
![Iranian health officials have warned that high levels of pollution will exacerbate the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, which has already caused more deaths in Iran than in any other country in the Middle East [Majid Asgaripour-Reuters]](https://www.today.ng/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/13202519-150x150.jpg "Iran’s smog, blackouts made worse by power-sapping crypto mining")
Iran’s smog, blackouts made worse by power-sapping crypto mining
Cities across Iran have been cloaked in thick layers of toxic smog and darkened by blackouts, as the alleged use of low-quality fuel and power-sucking cryptocurrency mining deepen the country’s hardships.
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Rights group accuses EFCC of illegally detaining member
A civil rights group, the Joint Action Front (JAF), has accused the anti-graft agency, EFCC, of arresting and illegally parading its member, Segun Oladunni, among nine other suspected internet fraudsters.
Iconic British model Stella Tennant passes on at 50
While Tennant was first known for her signature tousled pixie haircut, androgynous features, and commanding six-foot-tall presence—as well as her longstanding creative relationships with fashion legends from Steven Meisel to Karl Lagerfeld—her passion for sculpture, environmental causes, and her home country of Scotland were what eventually became closest to her heart.
PDP faction: We’ll not participate in Kano council election
The Kawankwasiyya faction of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Kano state has insisted that it will not participate in the oncoming Local Government elections in the state even as the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission, KANSIEC has announced that the party is going to participate.
Genk coach blasts after Paul Onuachu fights with teammate to take penalty
Genk coach has described as a “shame” after Paul Onuachu and teammate Theo Boganda rowed who should take a penalty against Eupen Wednesday night.
US banks halt political donations after Capitol riot
JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs and Citigroup said they holding off on political donations because followers of President Donald Trump laid siege on the U.S. Capitol last week.