Fenerbahce claimed Al-Ittihad failed to file the necessary paperwork to complete the transfer, which involves Morocco striker Youssef En-Nesyri moving in the opposite direction.
However, Fenerbahce confirmed on Wednesday that the issue had been resolved and that former Chelsea player Kante had joined the club after two and a half years in Saudi Arabia.
In an industry dominated by giants, Savita App has emerged as a true game-changer, democratizing cryptocurrency trading with its ultra-low fees, seamless user experience, and rapid global adoption. Founded in 2022, Savita boasts over 50,000+ registered users and handles a daily trading volume of $12 million, all while charging a mere 0.2% trading fee—the lowest in the market. Savita realizes its fortune through transaction fees and strategic crypto investments, benefiting directly from the growth of the global cryptocurrency market while delivering unmatched value to users. One of the strongest factors behind Savita App’s rapid adoption is its ultra-low trading fee of just 0.2%, making it one of the most affordable cryptocurrency exchanges in the world. This low-fee structure allows traders to maximize profits while maintaining high-frequency trading efficiency. This fee structure, combined with high liquidity and instant trade confirmations, has fueled its explosive growth, making crypto accessible to beginners and pros alike. What sets Savita apart is its commitment to innovation, drawing from the best features of world-renowned exchanges like Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken.
Users enjoy advanced AI-powered trading bots that provide predictive market insights, an integrated NFT marketplace for trading digital collectibles, and staking options for earning passive rewards on holdings. Margin trading with up to 50x leverage caters to advanced users, while an institutional OTC desk handles large-volume trades discreetly. Savita’s built-in multi-signature wallet, proof-of-reserves audits, and insurance fund (similar to Binance’s SAFU) ensure top-tier security, with no hacks recorded since inception.
A standout feature of the platform is Savita P2P, built to facilitate crypto-to-fiat trading seamlessly. Users can buy and sell cryptocurrency using Naira, USDT, Dollar, Euro, and other currencies , ensuring inclusivity and real-world utility.Fast adoption is evident in Savita’s P2P trading system, allowing seamless crypto-to-fiat conversions in Naira, USD, Euro, and more. Certified by Nigeria’s Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and holding a SCUML anti-money laundering certificate, Savita prioritizes compliance and privacy—KYC data is processed via secure third-party servers and deleted post-verification. For eco-conscious traders, Savita offsets carbon footprints through green initiatives, and its high-frequency API supports developers building custom tools.
Beyond trading, Savita rewards loyalty. The platform has unveiled an ambitious 2026 Savita Incentive Program, offering extraordinary rewards to P2P traders based on accumulated trading volume between January and November 2026.
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These incentives—ranging from **Level 1 ($50,000 volume)** to **Level 8 ($10,000,000 volume)**—are designed to reward commitment and scale, making Savita one of the most **user-rewarding exchanges globally**.
Looking ahead, Savita’s 2026 incentives program rewards high-volume P2P traders with lavish prizes: from tablets and iPhones at lower levels to luxury cars like Hyundai Elantra, Mercedes GLE Coupe 63, and even landed properties in Port Harcourt or Abuja for top performers. With a single-click you can download Savita from
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Visionary Entrepreneur: The Rise of Mr. Akukoma Smart Israel, Founder and CEO of Savita App
In an era defined by rapid digital transformation, few African tech founders have carved a path as compelling as Mr. Akukoma Smart Israel, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of (Savita Global Trading Ltd) Savita App, a fast-rising cryptocurrency exchange redefining access, affordability, and trust in digital finance. In the bustling world of cryptocurrency, few stories embody the spirit of innovation and perseverance quite like that of Mr. Akukoma Smart Israel, the Founder and CEO of Savita App.
Born on October 18 in Abayi Ohanze Autonomous Community, Obingwa Local Government Area of Abia State, Nigeria, Akukoma—affectionately known as “Smart”—is a true Libra, balancing creativity with strategic acumen. Raised in a Christian family by High Chief Israel O. Nwamuo and Lolo Glory Nwamuo, his early life in a close-knit community instilled values of hard work and integrity that would propel him to global success.
Akukoma’s educational journey began at Abayi Ohanze Community Primary School, followed by Heritage International Secondary School in Osusu Ama-Ukwa, both in Obingwa LGA.
Rather than pursuing traditional higher education, he dove straight into the business world, founding Good Life Style International, a reputable networking and agro-business venture where he served as Managing Director. Here, he honed his skills as a professional marketer and international public speaker, captivating audiences on stages worldwide with his eloquent speeches and visionary ideas. Building credible team of men and women raising 2000 active men and women who believe in his vision this alone catapulted how Savita was formed.
The turning point came in 2017, during the early global breakout of cryptocurrency. Seeing both opportunity and inequality in access, Akukoma held tightly to a vision: to build a sustainable, user-friendly cryptocurrency exchange for Africa and the world.
His entrepreneurial spirit reached new heights on April 30, 2022, when he founded Savita, a leading UI cryptocurrency exchange platform. Owning a 72% stake, Akukoma led a team of young entrepreneurs to launch the app, marking a milestone in crypto trading.
Funded by a community of investors, Savita quickly gained global awareness, redefining cryptocurrency accessibility. Under Akukoma’s leadership, Savita has processed millions of dollars in transactions, with
2023 alone seeing $2.8 billion in crypto deposits and withdrawals. His creativity has turned Savita into a secure, user-friendly powerhouse, partnering with reputable exchanges and using cold wallets to ensure no asset losses in four years of operation.
Akukoma’s rise from humble beginnings to crypto fortune is a testament to Nigerian ingenuity. As he continues to inspire, his story reminds us that innovation knows no bounds.
The Director General (DG) of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Christianah Adeyeye, in a statement on Wednesday, warned members of the public against falling victim to fraudulent schemes linked to the false information.
Speaking about the fake press release circulating on social media regarding the planned NAFDAC recruitment exercise, Adeyeye said while NAFDAC periodically conducts recruitment exercises to engage qualified Nigerians, the press release in circulation and its content are fake and did not originate from the agency.
She urged the public to ignore the circulating information and rely only on verified platforms for updates from the agency.
Clarifying the official position of the agency, the DG warned, “Fake press releases are being circulated to mislead the public, often with the intent of extorting money from unsuspecting applicants.
“NAFDAC, therefore, urges the members of the public to disregard such fraudulent information and always verify official updates directly from NAFDAC’s website or recognized media channels,” she said.
The DG advised Nigerians to exercise caution when engaging with recruitment-related information attributed to the agency.
A six-part series hosted by Adelle Onyango on the Legally Clueless platform has sought to explore how women in law are driving reform, shifting institutions, and building intergenerational solidarity across Africa.
Partnering with Legally Clueless, “Difference She Makes” will launch a bold new six-part podcast series that centres on a critical truth: when women lead in law, societies change.
The weekly series brings together leading women legal voices from Kenya, South Africa, and Nigeria to explore how justice evolves in real life and what it takes to make reform credible, inclusive, and lasting.
The series also moves beyond legal theory to examine law as a lived system shaped not only by constitutions and policies, but also by culture, relationships, workplace realities, and intergenerational leadership.
Across six episodes, the podcast would highlight the practical levers that shape institutional change, from strategic litigation and professional ethics to movement building, legal leadership, and the everyday ways women are expanding access to justice.
Guests on the series include Anne Ireri, outgoing Chief Executive Officer, Federation of Women Lawyers in Kenya (FIDA Kenya); Zikhona Ndlebe, lawyer and researcher (South Africa);
Ruth Tanui, Founder and Managing Partner, Ruth Tanui and Co. Advocates; and Natasha Ali Errey, Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, Chairperson, Mombasa Law Society and LSK Coast Branch, who is also Vice Chair, Chairs’ Caucus (LSK); Chairperson, Ethics and Practice Time Committee, East Africa Law Society.
Others are Odunoluwa (Odun) Longe, Partner and Co-Founder, TLP Advisory, and Sibongile Ndashe, Founder and Executive Director, Initiative for Strategic Litigation in Africa (ISLA).
The series would be hosted by Adelle Onyango, an acclaimed Kenyan media personality, social activist, and entrepreneur recognized by global gender equality platforms, including UN Women.
Onyango’s leadership reflects a core premise of the series: storytelling shapes who is seen as credible, whose work is valued, and how societies imagine justice, leadership, and power.
“This series is much more than women succeeding in law,” said Adelle Onyango.
“It is about what happens when women are trusted with power; when their voices shape institutions, culture, and the future of our societies.”
Olivia Maina of “Difference She Makes” said: “It reflects a core truth across Africa: reform only becomes real when women are part of shaping, interpreting, and sustaining it.
“By bringing together women across generations and legal traditions, the podcast shows how progress is built cumulatively.
“At ‘Difference She Makes,” we see this as an essential step toward justice systems that are credible, inclusive, and future-ready.”
Episodes would be aired every Friday for six weeks on Legally Clueless platforms, supported by a coordinated multi-country amplification campaign across Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa.
Edo State Commissioner for Power, Paul Usenbor, has said that the meters released by the Federal Government for free distribution to electricity consumers have yet to reach Edo State.
Usenbor said the state government would not allow any irregularities in the distribution of the metres.
Speaking in a telephone chat, Usenbor said investors who have shown interest in investing in the power sector appeared not to be serious-minded.
He said some of the investors were hawking for letters from the state government with which they would seek loans from the bank.
The Edo Commissioner for Power said Governor Monday Okpebholo tasked his Ministry to follow due standard and technicality to ensure those who have the requisite capacity got the license to generate and distribute power in the state.
Usenbor noted that the electricity business was no joking matter.
He said an investor who showed interest in hydro power was currently at the Ojirami dam to do a feasibility study on how to generate power from the dam due to an industrial cluster within that region.
Usenbor said some investors have shown interest in generating power from gas.
We enacted the Electricity law in February 2025, and I have taken deliberate steps to develop an Edo State Power market.
A lot of investors have approached the state, but they are not very serious-minded. Power business is not a joking matter. It is very expensive. Some of them are hawking for letters from the Edo State government to go and use to solicit funds. We want those who have the capacity after we have done due diligence, before we can engage them.”
Usenbor dismissed allegations that power investors were scared of coming to Edo State due to the current challenges being faced by Ossiomo Power.
He said challenges at Ossiom Power were an internal tussle within the structure of their business.
“We are not chasing investors away. Okpebholo did not stop anybody from doing business in the power sector. Ossiomo had issues with their technical partners, the Chinese, and these issues are tied to finances. Okpebholo has mandated that we dive into these issues and give them the needed support to ensure the problem is resolved amicably.”
Speaking on the free metering policy of the federal government, Usenbor said the free metres were yet to arrive in Edo State.
“As we speak, the free metres have not arrived, Edo. We will not accept irregularities in the distribution of free metres.”
The Rivers State Police command has recovered N2.3m ransom and arrested two suspects involved in the kidnapping of a female and three others.
According to the police, the victims were abducted on January 19th, 2026, at Elele Waterside, Etche Local Government Area of the state.
The police public relations officer, CSP Grace Iringe-Koko, described the feat as a significant breakthrough in sustained efforts of the police to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities in Rivers.
Acting on credible intelligence, Operatives of the Command attached to the Anti-Cultism Unit (ACU), Emohua Annex, intercepted and arrested the suspects along Ozuzu/Apara Link Road, Etche LGA, on January 22, 2026, at about 2049hrs.
The statement identified the suspects as Abdullahi Ibrahim, aged 23, ‘m’ of Avara LGA, Nasarawa State, and Mohammed Hashim, aged 27, ‘m’ of Tafawa Balewa LGA, Bauchi State.
“Upon conducting a search of the suspects, they were found in possession of the sum of N2,383,000.00 as part of the ransom paid by the victims’ families”, the statement said.
During preliminary interrogation, the suspects were said to have confessed to the crime and further highlighted their involvement in a series of kidnappings, including the abduction of two other female victims from Akpoku Community, Etche LGA, on January 8, 2026.
The gang’s criminal activities were said to have led to the tragic killing of a youth member of the community, who attempted to pay a ransom of N3,800,000 to the kidnappers on January 13, 2026.
The statement added, “In spanning the scope of investigation, the arrested suspects led police operatives to their criminal hideouts, but the operatives were met with a strong resistance from other members of the gang and a fierce gun battle ensued between the operatives and the kidnappers, during which the suspects were fatally wounded, others escaped into the nearby bushes with varying degrees of bullet wounds”.
Exhibits recovered from the suspects were listed as one pump-action gun and the ransom money.
The statement said, “The Rivers State Police Command is intensifying efforts to apprehend the remaining suspects who are currently at large with their operational weapons.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Olugbenga A. Adepoju, has commended the bravery and dedication of the Operatives involved in this daring operation and urged citizens to continue supporting the Police in the fight against crime.
“He further reiterated his unwavering commitment to ensuring that Rivers State remains a hostile environment for criminal elements, emphasizing that the police will leave no stone unturned in going after perpetrators of crime, and they will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. The command is appealing to the public to report to the Police, anyone receiving treatment for gunshot injuries in a suspicious manner”.
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has blacklisted five examination supervisors and recommended four centres for derecognition over examination malpractice in the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) for external candidates.
NECO’s Registrar and Chief Executive, Professor Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi, disclosed this on Tuesday while announcing the release of the results at the Council’s headquarters in Minna, Niger State.
According to him, the affected supervisors include two from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and one each from Kano, Adamawa, and Ondo states, who were found to have aided and abetted examination malpractice.
He also said four centres, two in Niger State, and one each in Yobe and Kano states, were recommended for derecognition for their involvement in whole-centre malpractice.
Wushishi revealed that a total of 9,016 malpractice cases were recorded during the examination, compared to 6,160 cases in 2024, representing an increase of about 31 per cent.
Despite the challenges, the Registrar said NECO maintained strict standards and upheld its zero tolerance for malpractice throughout the conduct of the examination and the release of results.
On candidates’ performance, he said 96,979 candidates registered for the November/December 2025 SSCE External examination, out of which 95,160 actually sat for the papers. This included 50,785 males, representing 53.36 per cent, and 44,375 females, representing 46.63 per cent.
He explained that 93,425 candidates sat for the English Language, with 73,167 candidates, representing 78.32 per cent, obtaining credit passes and above. For Mathematics, 93,330 candidates sat for the subject, and 85,256 candidates, representing 91.36 per cent, earned credit passes and above.
Overall, Wushishi said 68,166 candidates, representing 71.63 per cent, obtained five credits and above, including English Language and Mathematics.
He added that 82,082 candidates, representing 86.26 per cent, secured five credits and above, irrespective of English Language and Mathematics.
The Registrar also noted that the results were released 52 days after the last paper, reaffirming NECO’s commitment to timely processing and credible examinations.
He further disclosed that NECO is currently owed about ₦2 billion by some state governments, calling for improved support to enable the Council sustain quality examinations across the country.
Women from across Delta State converged on Asaba, the state capital, to pray against cultism, drug abuse, immorality, and other social vices at the 19th Mothers Arise Prayer Conference, a faith-based initiative.
The prayer gathering, hosted by the wife of the Governor of Delta State, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, held yesterday, at the Government House Chapel, Asaba, had as its theme, “Not So,” taken from Luke 1:60.
The conference focused on the role of mothers in spiritual intercession, family stability, and societal transformation.
Addressing participants, Deaconess Oborevwori called on women across the state to rise from what she described as spiritual slumber and take responsibility for the protection of their homes, children, and the state through sustained prayer.
She described the event as a divinely appointed covenant day, noting that February 2 of every year had been set aside as a special day of prayer for women in Delta State.
According to her, the theme “Not So” was a reminder for mothers to take firm stands against negative trends, drawing inspiration from the biblical account of Elizabeth during the naming of John the Baptist.
“This year’s theme, Not So, is a wake-up call for us as mothers to stand our ground. If Elizabeth had kept quiet, destiny would have been truncated,” she said.
The First Lady urged women to reject every form of evil confronting the state, including cultism, drug abuse, immorality, and insecurity, stressing that mothers play a crucial role in shaping the moral direction of society.
“As mothers, we must give no place to the devil. Our mouths are not for negative confessions but for decrees. Take your place, put a stop to that evil, and God will honour your words,” she stated.
She further encouraged women to intercede fervently for their husbands, children, the less privileged, and the vulnerable, noting that prayer remained a strong defence for families and communities.
Deaconess Oborevwori also appealed to women to continue praying for the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, expressing optimism that the MORE Agenda would continue to drive development across Delta State.
“Delta State is the finger of God, and Delta State is a praying state. With prayers, more projects will spring up across the state,” she said.
She also urged women to remain active participants in governance and to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards, describing the PVC as a powerful tool for civic engagement.
Earlier, the guest speaker and Founder of Christ Like Ministry Centre, Rev. Fanny Ekpekurede, described the conference as a clarion call for mothers to return to the altar of prayer.
“If there is a woman to pray, there is a God to answer,” she said, urging mothers to reject spiritual laziness, nonchalance, and negative utterances over their children.
She advised women to surround themselves with prayerful companions, observe fasting and spiritual discipline, and protect their homes through constant intercession.
The conference was attended by the wife of the Deputy Governor, Lady Catherine Onyeme; wives of former governors, including Deaconess Dame Edith Okowa and Deaconess Roli Uduaghan; female political office holders, wives of government functionaries, leaders of Christian bodies, and various women’s groups from across the state.
Activities at the event included praise and worship sessions, intercessory prayers for families, youths, the Governor, and the Executive, Legislative and Judiciary arms of government, as well as a guest ministration by gospel artiste Efe Tobore.
Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Delta North Coalition for Equity (DNCE) have called on the national leadership of the party and the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, to ensure the inclusion of long-standing party members in governance.
They made the call during a recent coalition meeting held in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, where stakeholders expressed concern over what they described as the continued exclusion of pioneer and loyal APC members from key decision-making processes and political appointments.
Speaking at the gathering, the Convener of the APC DNCE, Chief Alex Ikpeazu, emphasised that sustainable party growth and effective governance could only be achieved when those who laboured for the party’s survival are recognised and fully carried along.
He urged Governor Oborevwori and the national leadership of the APC to promote equity, fairness, and inclusiveness, noting that many founding members have remained steadfast despite political challenges and frustrations.
“We have been in the party for years without defecting and have not benefited from the party we diligently formed. We do not want those who joined later to override us. We do not want to continue to be in bondage,” Ikpeazu said.
He called on the national leadership of the party to establish a clear framework that prioritizes old APC members for leadership positions at the ward, local government, and state levels, stressing that such an approach would foster unity and understanding.
“The coming congress should be devoid of conflict. Governor Oborevwori should also consider old APC members in appointments across the state. It is the turn of Delta North to produce the state party chairman, as Delta South and Central have already done. Once it is zoned here, we will harmonize and present our best candidate. This will help mend fences ahead of 2027,” he added.
The Secretary of the coalition, Hon. Kemmer Enina, warned that marginalising founding members could weaken party unity, noting that exclusion breeds discontent and undermines loyalty.
Similarly, Ambassador Kenneth Rafua, a coalition leader, stated that inclusion is not a privilege but a right, adding that experienced party members possess the vital institutional memory needed to strengthen governance.
Another leader, Ben LionHeart Williams, appealed to party leaders to avoid actions that could alienate committed members, describing unity as the backbone of political success.
The coalition’s Publicity Secretary, Chief Barr. Williams Agholor said the group’s position was not driven by bitterness but by genuine concern for the future of the APC and effective governance in Delta State.
Also speaking, High Chief Gabriel Ohai, the Odogwu of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom and a pioneer APC member, recalled the sacrifices made by early members of the party and called for deliberate efforts to reintegrate them into governance structures.
Other members, including Comrade Victor Sorokwu, Ajifo Nwabunma, and Mr. Osafule John, echoed the call for recognition, fairness, and active participation of founding members in government affairs.
The coalition reaffirmed its loyalty to the APC and pledged continued support for the government, while urging party leaders to address their concerns in the interest of unity and progress.
They also reaffirmed their commitment to working toward the re-election of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027.
Traditional and cultural leaders from across Africa have pledged to intensify efforts to prevent gender-based violence (GBV) on the continent.
The pledge, according to a statement by the United Nations, was made at a high-level continental conference in Lagos.
The Conference of African Traditional and Cultural Leaders on GBV Prevention, convened by the Ford Foundation and UN Women in partnership with the Government of Nigeria, brought together influential monarchs, policymakers, development partners, and civil society actors to advance community-driven solutions to gender-based violence.
The two-day meeting, which was held from February 2 to 3, 2026, reflects growing recognition that sustainable approaches to GBV prevention must be anchored in cultural systems and traditional institutions that shape social norms across African communities.
Dignitaries at the conference include the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu; His Imperial Majesty the Ooni of Ife; the Emir of Fika; the Emir of Shonga; Chief Siansali of Zimbabwe, President of the Ford Foundation, Heather Gerken; UN Women Regional Director for West and Central Africa, Dr. Maxime Houinato; Ford Foundation West Africa Director, Dr. Chichi Aniagolu; and UN Women Country Representative to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Beatrice Eyong.
Speaking on behalf of the Lagos State Governor, the Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi, described gender-based violence as a major social crisis requiring urgent and deliberate action. He stressed that silence enables abuse and called for laws and community structures that protect, rather than harm, women and girls.
Ford Foundation President Heather Gerken emphasised the importance of engaging cultural authority to drive social change, noting that collaboration with traditional and faith leaders is essential to dismantling harmful practices and promoting the dignity and rights of women and girls.
From a global policy standpoint, UN Women Deputy Executive Director Nyaradzai Gumbonzvanda warned that many practices accepted as tradition are, in reality, forms of abuse. She argued that gender-based violence is a symptom of deeper structural inequalities that must be addressed through stronger norms and institutions that guarantee justice and equality.
UN Women’s Regional Director, Dr. Maxime Houinato, highlighted the central role of culture in African societies, stating that traditional leaders are key architects of social order whose alignment with justice and equality can significantly improve community safety.
Participants at the conference reaffirmed that traditional and cultural leaders, due to their moral influence and closeness to grassroots communities, play a critical role in challenging harmful norms and strengthening prevention and response mechanisms to GBV. The gathering builds on ongoing engagement with traditional institutions, including the Council of Traditional Leaders of Africa, to formalise cultural leadership within national and regional GBV strategies.
Dr. Chichi Aniagolu of the Ford Foundation noted that culture is dynamic and shaped by those entrusted to preserve it, adding that efforts to end harmful practices ultimately reinforce, rather than weaken, traditional authority.
The Emir of Shonga, HRH Alhaji Dr. Haliru Yahaya Ndanusa, cautioned against the misuse of religion to justify violence, stressing that any action causing harm contradicts religious principles.
Also speaking, the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Fall, urged traditional rulers to leverage their influence to protect lives and transform communities by championing dignity, equality, and justice.
The conference is expected to conclude with the adoption of a Regional Declaration and Communiqué outlining shared commitments to end gender-based violence, as well as a Sustainability Roadmap aimed at integrating traditional leadership into long-term national and regional prevention strategies.
Organisers said the outcomes would strengthen partnerships among traditional institutions, governments, African Union bodies, and civil society, improve survivor-centred support systems at the community level, and enhance coordinated resource mobilisation to combat GBV across Africa.
