Author: Casey Ayodeji
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Tinubu, Macron Strengthen Economic Ties at Nigerian-French Business Council
In a high-profile meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has affirmed his country’s strong commitment to enhancing cooperation in key sectors such as food security, energy, solid minerals, education, and defense. The joint press conference held at the Palais des L’Élysée on Thursday saw President Tinubu highlighting the vast, yet…
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Osun APC Criticizes Adeleke’s Performance as Governor Marks Two Years in Office
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has launched a scathing attack on the administration of Governor Ademola Adeleke, accusing him of mismanaging the resources of the state and failing to deliver on his promises to the people of Osun in the last two years. In a strongly worded press conference held…
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Cybercriminals Target Uganda’s Central Bank in $16.8 Million Heist
Uganda’s financial sector has been rocked by a major cyberattack, with hackers allegedly stealing 62 billion Ugandan shillings (approximately $16.8 million) from the Bank of Uganda (BoU), the country’s central banking institution. According to local media reports, a group of Asia-based hackers, identifying themselves as “Waste,” infiltrated the BoU’s IT systems and illicitly transferred the…
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Namibian Regulator Orders Starlink to Cease Operations Over Licensing Violations
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has issued a cease-and-desist order to SpaceX’s satellite internet provider Starlink, instructing the company to immediately halt all operations in the country due to a lack of required telecommunications licensing. According to CRAN’s statement, an investigation has determined that Starlink has been operating a network within Namibia without…
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Adefunke Adeyemi Reelected as AFCAC Secretary General
Adefunke Adeyemi has been reelected as the Secretary General of the African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC), cementing Nigeria’s status as a leader in African aviation. The announcement came during the 35th Ordinary Plenary Session held in Brazzaville, Congo, where Adeyemi triumphed with 22 votes in favor and 7 against, reflecting the collective confidence of AFCAC…
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Senator Ndume Criticizes Timing of Tax Reform Bills
In a pointed critique, Senator Ali Ndume, who represents Borno North Central Senatorial District, has expressed his opposition to the Tax Reform Bills that have been passed for a second reading in the Nigerian Senate. Speaking as a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme, Ndume, the former Senate Chief Whip, argued that the timing…
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UBA Group Expands to France with New Business Cooperation Agreement
In a landmark move, United Bank for Africa (UBA Group) has inked a groundbreaking business cooperation agreement with the French government, aimed at facilitating the bank’s full-scale banking operations in France. The historic agreement was signed by UBA Group Chairman Tony Elumelu and French Finance Minister Antoine Armand, with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and French…
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Nigerian-American Faces 20 Years in Prison Over Money Laundering and Fraud Charges
A United States-based Nigerian, Samson Omoniyi, is among nine individuals charged in a multi-state money laundering organization. Omoniyi and his accomplices were indicted on Tuesday for allegedly laundering millions of dollars derived from internet fraud, including business email compromise schemes. According to the press statement released by the Office of the Public Affairs of the…
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Gospel Singer Sinach Faces ₦5bn Lawsuit Over Hit Song “Way Maker”
Nigerian gospel singer Sinach, whose real name is Osinachi Egbu, is facing a ₦5 billion ($5 billion) lawsuit over her internationally acclaimed song “Way Maker.” The suit, filed by music producer Michael Oluwole, known as Maye, alleges copyright infringement and seeks a declaration of co-ownership of the song. Maye claims he worked as a studio…
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Lookman, Troost-Ekong, Oshoala Earn 2024 FIFA Best Awards Nominations
Three Nigerian footballers have been recognized as nominees across several categories for the prestigious 2024 FIFA Best awards. Ademola Lookman, William Troost-Ekong, and Asisat Oshoala all earned nominations, a testament to the growing global influence and talent of Nigerian players. Lookman, who finished 14th in the 2024 Ballon d’Or voting, has been shortlisted for the…