Politics

Independent Nigeria•2/26/2026

Regulators Cracked Down on India’s Giant Options Market. Did it Work?

In just five years, India has gone from being a small player in the market for equity derivatives to the world’s largest. Around $5.5 trillion of these highly speculative instruments are now traded in Mumbai on a daily basis.

Syngenta Plans One of Hong Kong’s Biggest IPOs as Markets Rally

Syngenta Group’s renewed bid to go public follows a high-profile reversal.

Communication Academic Charges Practitioners On Responsible Journalism That Impacts Society For Positive Change

Dr Constance Ikoku, a media analyst, anchor and journalist, has emphasized the need for practising and upcoming journalists to imbibe the culture of responsible, impactful storytelling towards shaping public perception,…

Daily Post Nigeria•2/26/2026

NPFL: Mangut hails youngster Dauda’s debut for Nasarawa United

Nasarawa United technical adviser, Mbwas Mangut has praised youngster Suleiman Dauda for his performance in his debut game against Bendel Insurance. Dauda joined the Solid Miners after a successful outing at the Nasarawa State Governor’s Cup. Mangut believes the youngster has all its take to succeed in the game. “Youngster, Suleiman Dauda, who made his […] NPFL: Mangut hails youngster Dauda’s debut for Nasarawa United

Equinix and CPPIB Near $4 Billion Deal for Data Center Firm atNorth

Equinix Inc. and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board are nearing a deal to acquire atNorth Holding AB, a pan-Nordic data center operator owned by Partners Group Holding AG, people with knowledge of the matter said.

Bloomberg•2/26/2026

Archery: NAFED appoints Oyeleke as Director of Marketing

Other appointments announced by the federation include Kachollom Enyenihi as Director of Women Development, Olatayo Olasehinde as Director of Strategy and ICT, and Akogun Abimbola as Director of Grassroots Development, among others The post Archery: NAFED appoints Oyeleke as Director of Marketing appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Premium Times•2/26/2026

Beckham Sent Me An Instagram DM After My Real Madrid Free-Kicks – Rice

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has revealed that David Beckham reached out to him after his sensational two-goal display against Real Madrid in last year’s UCL. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, receiving messages of praise after scoring a brace was superb because Beckham [...] Source from InfoStride News

The InfoStride•2/26/2026

What's Fueling Sweetgreen’s $5 Billion Stock Wipeout

What's Fueling Sweetgreen’s $5 Billion Stock Wipeout (Source: Bloomberg)

'Pressure is for Tyres' LSEG CEO Says After Elliott Takes Stake

The London Stock Exchange Group has announced plans to buy back £3 billion of its own shares, as it reported full year results less than a month after it emerged that Elliott Investment Management had taken a stake. The company also hiked its final dividend 15.7% to 103 pence a share and set new guidance for the next two years. LSEG CEO David Schwimmer Spoke to Caroline Hepker and Stephen Carroll on Bloomberg Radio. Bloomberg LP, the parent company of Bloomberg News, competes with LSEG to provide financial news, data and information. (Source: Bloomberg)

Cristiano Ronaldo Buys Stake in Spanish Football Club Almería

Cristiano Ronaldo, the world’s first billionaire football player, bought a 25% stake in Spanish soccer club UD Almería, expanding his business interests in the sport.

Bloomberg•2/26/2026

“Childbirth is a blessing and never a curse” – Okobi-Okeoghene reflects on Super Falcons’ comeback journey

Okobi-Okeoghene, who currently plies her trade with Ottawa Rapid FC in Canada, rejoined professional club football in 2025 following the birth of her first child in September 20 The post “Childbirth is a blessing and never a curse” – Okobi-Okeoghene reflects on Super Falcons’ comeback journey appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Premium Times•2/26/2026