Latest news: Top headlines for Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Oil prices slip as investors await key economic data, Fed meeting outcome

Oil prices fell on Tuesday as investors anticipated critical U.S. and Chinese CPI data, as well as the outcome of the Federal Reserve’s policy meeting, to gain a better understanding of where inflation is headed and how it would affect fuel demand.

Brent crude prices dropped 13 cents, or 0.16%, to $81.50 a barrel by 0613 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures were down 7 cents, or 0.04%, to $77.67. Read more here.

Football fan tokens surge as Euro 2024, Copa América approach

As anticipation grows for major football tournaments in Europe and the Americas, fan tokens are garnering attention within the cryptocurrency landscape.

Football fan tokens, issued by national teams or clubs, offer supporters a means to engage with their favourite teams in a tradable format. Read more here.

Jude Bellingham scares Liverpool fans with Instagram post

Liverpool fans have nothing to fear but Jude Bellingham himself…

The aftermath of Jurgen Klopp’s exit has left Liverpool vulnerable and has made fans wary of the club’s future as rumors surround a lot of their players ahead of the 2024/25 season.

However, Real Madrid star, Jude Bellingham has taken that fear to new heights with his social media activities as Liverpool fans worry over the long term future of their Scouse sensation — Trent Alexander-Arnold. What are the odds that the famed wonder-kid now turned man would ditch the Red kit for a White one soon? Read more here.

IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu files contempt charge against DSS DG

The leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has filed a contempt charge against the Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Yusuf Bichi, for allegedly refusing to obey court orders.

Kanu, represented by his lawyer Aloy Ejimakor, submitted the contempt charge on Monday at the Federal High Court (FHC) in Abuja. Read more here.

CBN reassures public on banking system stability amid concerns

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reiterated the safety of deposits and the resilience of the banking system in response to recent concerns.

Acting Director of the Corporate Communications Department, Hakama Sidi-Ali, issued a statement addressing worries over banking stability following the license revocation of Heritage Bank Plc. Read more here.

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