Topnaija’s latest news updates for today, 16th July, 2024

Good morning Nigeria and Welcome to Topnaija’s latest news updates, Topnaija newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Tuesday, 16th July 2024.

Sowore accuses Federal Government of ‘political hypocrisy’

Political Activist Omoyele Sowore isn’t taking any prisoners with his latest jab at the Federal Government.

In a social media rant, the activist/publisher of Sahara Reporters accused the Federal Government of secretly splurging $150 million on a luxurious Airbus A330 Presidential Jet, stirring widespread outrage. Read more here.

Transfer: Liverpool hits major roadblock in first bid

The newly appointed Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has encountered his first major setback in the summer transfer market.

Slot, who took the reins from Jurgen Klopp last month after a stellar stint with AZ Alkmaar and Feyenoord, had his sights set on bringing Atalanta’s talented midfielder Teun Koopmeiners to Anfield. Read more here.

Far Below Standards: Same fears resurface for Manchester United

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has not held back his frustration after a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Rosenborg BK in their pre-season opener.

Noah Jean Holm’s last-gasp winner at Lerkendal Stadion in Norway exposed the lack of intensity and sharpness ten Hag demanded from his players. Read more here.

From Critic to Confidant: Trump’s new Frenemy, J. D Vance

J. D Vance got into Donald Trump’s good books by being his biggest critic in the 2016 elections, what changed to make him Trump’s biggest ally now?

In the volatile arena of U.S. politics, few transformations have been as startling as that of J. D Vance. Once a vehement critic of Donald Trump, James David Vance, the bestselling author of “Hillbilly Elegy” and current U.S. Senator from Ohio, is now poised to run as Trump’s vice-presidential candidate. Read more here.

Bitcoin, Ethereum lead $17.8B crypto institutional investment

Institutional investment in digital assets has reached an unprecedented $17.8 billion year-to-date, with Bitcoin and Ethereum leading the charge.

This milestone suggests a potential recovery for the broader crypto market.

A Strong Week for Crypto Investments

This surge follows a particularly strong week for crypto asset investment products, which saw over $1.44 billion in inflows. Bitcoin alone attracted more than $310 million on July 12. Read more here.

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