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Watch Ukraine Test New Weapon That Can ‘Rain Molten Metal, Burn Iron In seconds'[VIDEO]

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2 years ago

September 10, 2024

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Ukraine has developed a new weapon known as “dragon drones” that can be used to spray molten metal on Russian units.

Several videos circulating on social media platforms, including one posted by the Ukrainian defence ministry on Telegram, depict the low-flying drones releasing torrents of fire actually molten metal onto Russian-held positions in wooded areas.

The white-hot mixture of aluminium powder and iron oxide, called thermite, burns at temperatures up to 4,000 degrees Fahrenheit (2,200 degrees Celsius). It can rapidly burn trees and vegetation providing cover to Russian troops, if not directly killing or disabling them, a CNN report said.

Thermite can easily burn through almost anything, including metal, leaving little protection against it.

Thermite was first used by the Germans as bombs dropped from zeppelins over Britain in World War I. Both Germany and the Allies employed thermite aerial bombs in World War II, and they also used it to disable captured artillery pieces by placing thermite into the breech and melting the weapon shut from the inside.

Thermite is just one type of incendiary weapon, with others including napalm and white phosphorus.

“Incendiary weapons are weapons or munitions designed to set fire to objects or cause burn or respiratory injury to people through the action of flame, heat, or combination thereof, resulting from a chemical reaction of a flammable substance such as napalm or white phosphorus,” United Nations Office for Disarmament website says.

The website further says, “The use of incendiary weapons is heavily interlinked with concerns over the respect of international humanitarian law, particularly the prohibition of weapons that cause superfluous injury or unnecessary suffering and regulations to protect civilians from the effects of hostilities.”

Defense Competitions and Hackathons:

Hosting competitions that challenge innovators to develop futuristic or out-of-the-box military solutions (e.g., swarm drones, robotic soldiers, smart missiles, dragon 🔥 drones) would tap into creative, untapped talent.

Defense Competitions and Hackathons:
Hosting competitions that challenge innovators to develop futuristic or out-of-the-box military solutions (e.g., swarm drones, robotic soldiers, smart missiles, dragon 🔥 drones) would tap into creative, untapped talent. pic.twitter.com/WxmQmaR9fy
— Kaal (@Ksri6699) September 9, 2024

Thermite Damage to a Russian trench that was attacked by a Ukrainian Dragon drone 🔥. pic.twitter.com/2ErT8rX65t
— hamzullahdarman (@hamzullahdarman) September 9, 2024

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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2 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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Lazio midfielder, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is a subject of interest from three Premier League clubs, according to Sky Sports.

Lazio reportedly rejected offers from Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth for the Nigeria international in January.

La Biancolesti are bracing for more interest in Dele-Bashiru ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Sky Sports.

The 24-year-old has two years left on his contract with the Serie A club.

The attacking midfielder joined the Rome-based club from Turkish Super Lig outfit Hatayspor in 2024.

He has been a regular feature for Lazio this season.

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Xenophobic Attacks: Nigerian Students To Picket MTN, MultiChoice, Other Businesses

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May 6, 2026

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The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS South-West Zone D, has announced plans to picket South African companies in Nigeria following the ongoing xenophobic attacks in the country.

DAILY POST reports that some Nigerians were recently killed in South Africa over the violent attacks.

A statement issued to newsmen by Comrade Adeyemo Josiah Kayode, Coordinator, NANS South-West, Zone D, said that the association is mobilizing to take decisive and lawful action by organizing peaceful picketing and mass advocacy against South African business interests operating in Nigeria.

“We categorically state that the continued targeting of Nigerians under any guise is unacceptable and must come to an immediate end.

“This will include major corporations such as MTN Group and MultiChoice Group. It is morally indefensible for businesses to thrive in an environment where the lives of Nigerians are protected, while Nigerians are subjected to fear and violence elsewhere.

“This contradiction will no longer be tolerated,” the statement said.

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N5m, N10m Zero-interest Loans: SheVentures Opens Applications For Women Entrepreneurs

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May 6, 2026

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First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has opened a new round of applications for its SheVentures proposition, offering zero-interest loans of up to ₦10 million to women entrepreneurs to ease access to working capital and support business growth.

The facility provides loans ranging from ₦500,000 to ₦5 million under a general category, and ₦5 million to ₦10 million for sector-specific businesses, with funding capped at up to 50% of an applicant’s average monthly turnover.

At the centre of the offering is a 0% interest rate, with all charges embedded in a transparent structure.

Repayment is structured over four or six months, allowing businesses to match obligations with their cash flow cycles.

Yemisi Edun, Managing Director and Chief Executive of First City Monument Bank (FCMB), said the initiative reflects a deliberate approach to inclusive growth.

“Inclusive growth requires access to capital and the right conditions for businesses to deploy that capital effectively.

“Women-led enterprises are critical to economic activity, yet they face structural barriers.

This intervention aims to help close that gap by providing financing that supports job creation, business expansion, and long-term sustainability for women entrepreneurs.”

“Access to affordable finance remains a major constraint for women entrepreneurs,” said Nnenna Jacob-Ogogo, Group Head, SheVentures and Impact Segments at First City Monument Bank (FCMB).

“By removing the cost barrier and offering quick, flexible funding, this zero-interest loan is designed to safeguard existing jobs, enable businesses to invest in growth initiatives, and foster resilience in challenging economic conditions.”

Women-owned businesses account for a significant share of Nigeria’s small and medium-sized enterprises but continue to face high borrowing costs and limited access to credit.

Through these efforts, SheVentures tackles persistent financing gaps facing women-led businesses, combining targeted funding with broader support to empower women entrepreneurs, encourage business innovation, and enhance their ability to compete on a national scale.

Applications for the zero-interest loan are now open.Apply now.