I have repented, kidnap kingpin Evans tells court
Convicted kidnap kingpin, Chukwudimeme Onwuamadike, alias Evans, on Thursday, told the Lagos State High Court in Ikeja that he has repented from his criminal activities and has applied to the Lagos State Government for mercy. Evans, who addressed the court…
Francis Ngannou returns to UFC Saudi Arabia to support longtime friend Israel Adesanya
Israel Adesanya is getting some extra motivation during UFC Saudi Arabia fight week. The former UFC middleweight champion recently had a visit from longtime friend and ex-heavyweight titleholder Francis Ngannou, there to support “The Last Stylebender” as he prepares for…
Tems Calls Off Kigali Concert After Learning of Rwanda-Congo Tensions
Tems Calls Off Kigali Concert After Learning of Rwanda-Congo Tensions The Kigali concert was part of her global tour supporting “Born In the Wild,” her 2024 debut album. Over the past year, Tems has taken the album to fans across…
Nasboi shocks the world about marriage plans
Singer and content producer Nasboi has stated that he will keep his marriage a secret When he is finally ready to settle down. He claims that in order to prevent outsiders from posting their thoughts about his marriage online, he…
Transfer: Marseille move to sign Iheanacho on loan
Olympic Marseille, a Ligue 1 team, is interested in loaning Sevilla forward Kelechi Iheanacho for the rest of the season. After the Nigerian failed to make an impression after joining on a free transfer last summer, Sevilla is willing to…
Telecom Operators Seek Review of Yearly Levies with FRC.
Telecommunications operators in Nigeria, under the umbrella of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), have urged the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRC) to reconsider the new yearly dues imposed on private companies. ALTON claims that the…
Former Google VP raises $10M for new startup building AI agents for retail businesses
GeekWire’s startup coverage documents the Pacific Northwest entrepreneurial scene. Sign up for our weekly startup newsletter, and check out the GeekWire funding tracker and venture capital directory. A onetime Seattle startup founder who went on to lead engineering teams at Google,…
Burkina Faso joins Africa’s electric vehicle market with launch of new EV brand
The electric vehicle (EV) market in Africa is becoming increasingly competitive, with various countries making significant strides in adoption. Recently, Burkina Faso’s homegrown electric vehicle, ITAOUA, entered the market, further boosting the continent’s EV landscape. According to its manufacturer, the…
Transfers: ₦95.2 billion deal sees Victor Boniface overtake Iwobi as he joins Ronaldo’s club
Victor Boniface’s move to Al Nassr helped him surpass Alex Iwobi on the prestigious Super Eagles list. Victor Boniface is close to completing a move to Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr, which would effectively take him above Alex Iwobi…
I Am Open to Coalition Ahead of 2027 Elections – Peter Obi
“I have not, and will never advocate for any coalition or alliance that does not prioritise the welfare and progress of the ordinary Nigerian. Peter Obi has clarified that he is open to a coalition ahead of the 2027 elections….