Kanye West’s sold-out Russia concerts cancelled, organisers confirm
Two sold-out shows that Kanye West was due to play in Russia have been cancelled after weeks of confusion, organisers have confirmed. The US rapper, who now goes by the name Ye, had been due to perform at the Gazprom…
Lagos takes delivery of CNG, electric buses
The Lagos State Government has taken delivery of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and electric buses as part of efforts to expand the state’s public transportation fleet and promote cleaner mobility. The buses were received on behalf of the state government…
2027: I’ll quit guber race – ADC candidate, Kalu challenges Otti
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, governorship candidate for Abia State, Kalu Kalu, has challenged Governor Alex Otti to identify any project executed by his administration in Ohafia Local Government Area.Kalu, who hails from Ohafia, said he would withdraw from the…
Botswana Marks 60 Years of Independence With Nationwide Celebrations
Botswana gained independence from Britain on 30 September 1966 and is marking six decades of independence with celebrations across the country. For African Pride, Botswana has long been a firm favourite, forming an important part of its tailor-made Africa programme….
Ex-US congressman sentenced to 10 years in prison for $50m lobbying scheme
A former US congressman has been sentenced to 10 years in a federal prison for money laundering and working as an undeclared foreign agent.David Rivera, 61, who was elected as a Florida Republican, was found guilty in May after a…
Soyinka taught me never to be late — RMD
Soyinka taught me never to be late — RMD. Veteran actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo, popularly known as RMD, has revealed how the values instilled in him by his mother have helped bring him this far in life. Speaking at a recent…
SSNIT sets records straight on Labadi Beach Front demolition
The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) sought the intervention of the National Security Council Secretariat to intervene against persistent unlawful occupation, encroachment and unauthorised activities on the beachfront adjoining and directly in front of Labadi Beach Hotel and…
Kenya secures new investor for $254.4 million Kitui cement factory, after Dangote’s exit
Kenya has secured a new investor to establish a $254.4 million (about KSh33 billion) cement factory in Kitui County, reviving plans for a major cement manufacturing project that previously involved Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote. President William Ruto announced the development…