OPay’s Valuation Surges Over 30% Amid Nigeria’s Digital Payments Boom
OPay, the Nigerian fintech startup supported by Sequoia Capital and Softbank, has experienced a remarkable 30% increase in valuation since its Series C...
Deadly Dam Burst Adds to Devastation as Floods Ravage Southern Kenya
At least 35 individuals have tragically lost their lives, and many others remain unaccounted for following the rupture of a dam in southern...
Standard Chartered Bank Names Dalu Ajene as CEO for Nigeria Operations
Standard Chartered Bank has appointed Dalu Ajene as the Chief Executive Officer of its operations in Nigeria. With over 23 years of experience...
UK’s Rwanda Deportation Plan Faces Legal Scrutiny
In a recent development, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has asserted that the controversial plan to deport illegal migrants to Rwanda, which was...
FCCPC Considering Sanctions Against Chinese Supermarket for Violating Nigerian Law
The Federal Competition & Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has revealed that an Abuja-based Chinese Supermarket violates Nigerian law for labelling all its products...
Activist Urges Government Action Against MultiChoice’s Subscription Price Hikes
Human rights activist Francis Nwapa has urged the Nigerian government to intervene and halt MultiChoice’s frequent subscription rate increases for its GoTv and...
Nigerian Athlete Ese Brume Shifts Focus to U.S. for Paris 2024 Olympics Qualification After Chinese Visa Denial
Ese Brume, the reigning Commonwealth Games and African long jump record holder has redirected her efforts towards qualifying for the Paris 2024 Olympics...
Nigerian Teen Sensation Chido Martin Obi Nets Seven Goals in Arsenal U-18 Triumph
Arsenal’s young talent, Chido Martin Obi, showcased his prowess by scoring an impressive seven goals as the club’s U-18 team secured a dominant...
Anthony Joshua Sets Date for Next Fight, Eyes Opponent Selection from June Undercard
Anthony Joshua, the Nigerian-British boxer, has announced the date and potential opponents for his upcoming fight. Following his knockout victory over Francis Ngannou...
TikTok Ban in U.S Anticipated to Drive Growth for Instagram, YouTube, and Emerging Competitors
Research firm eMarketer reports that adult TikTok users in the U.S. spend an average of 54 minutes daily on the app, surpassing Instagram,...
Lagos Startup Week Returns in July: A Celebration of Innovation
Lagos Startup Week is set to return this July, promising a week-long celebration of founders, investors, and stakeholders within the tech ecosystem. Recognised...
Davido Rakes in $1.3 Million from Sold-Out Madison Square Garden Concert
Pop star Davido recently shared his earnings from his sold-out concert at the Madison Square Garden in New York, revealing a whopping $1.3...