Elon Musk Paid High Price For Twitter But After Years Of Declining Value, X Is Once Again Worth $44 Billion
Billionaire Elon Musk paid $44 billion to acquire social media platform Twitter, which he later rebranded to X.
Abia State, Netherlands Sign MoU On Waste To Wealth Initiative
The Abia State government is making good its intention of converting the enormous wastes generated in its cities into useful and profitable products.
Namibia Swears In First Female President Amid Oil Boom Prospects
Nandi-Ndaitwah, 72, has been sworn in as the first female president of Namibia, a southwestern country on the brink of an oil and gas boom. She is one of the…
Binance Delists Five Cryptocurrencies Following Routine Assessment
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has announced the delisting of five digital assets after a routine review of their adherence to industry standards.
Nnamdi Kanu Pleads Not Guilty As Court Adjourns Trial To April
The trial of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), resumed today in Abuja, with a brief court session in which he pleaded not guilty…
Conor McGregor Announces He’s Running For President Of Ireland
Irish professional mixed martial artist Conor McGregor confirmed on Thursday that he will run for president.
Enugu State Set to Host First-Ever International Marathon
Enugu State is set to make history as it prepares to host its first-ever international marathon on May 3, 2025.
Chelsea Pay ‘Millions’ NOT To Sign Jadon Sancho
Chelsea have been known for wasting millions of pounds on players they have signed, but now Jadon Sancho is causing them to face the embarrassment of a hefty payout on…
Governor Nwifuru Repatriates 800 Ebonyi Indigenes From Lagos
Francis Nwifuru, the governor of Ebonyi State has evacuated about 800 Ebonyi indigenes in Ilaje, Lagos State who were displaced as a result of government demolition.
PepsiCo To Acquire Prebiotic Soda Brand Poppi For $1.95bn
PepsiCo has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Poppi, a rapidly growing prebiotic soda brand, for approximately $1.95 billion.
BMW Sold More EVs In 2024 Than Audi And Mercedes-Benz Combined
BMW’s electric vehicles had a “significant” increase in global sales last year. So much so, that the German automaker managed an impressive feat: it sold more EVs in 2024 than…
African Airlines Push for Improved Air Connectivity, Lower Costs
Secretary General of the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), Mr. Abderahmane Berthé, emphasized the need to improve air connectivity and reduce costs across Africa. He spoke during a panel at the…
In Abia: Commissioner Of Police Disbands SWAT, Establishes Scorpion Squad
The Abia State Police Command has disbanded the Command’s Special Weapons and Tactics, SWAT unit and the Command’s Special Squad, CSS.
Studio Engineer Charged With Stealing Eminem music
A former Eminem studio engineer was charged Wednesday with stealing the Detroit rapper's unreleased music and selling it online, federal prosecutors announced.
Netherlands Seeks Partnership With Abia Govt In Waste Management
The Kingdom of the Netherlands says it is strongly interested in fostering economic cooperation with the Abia State Government in waste management to boost the state’s circular economy.
Only 17% Of Africans Have Access To Oral Healthcare – WHO
The World Health Organization’s Acting Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, stated that the African Region still lags behind important oral health indicators, even with advancements in dental care.
Apple Ordered By EU Antitrust Regulators To Open Up To Rivals
Apple (AAPL) was ordered by EU antitrust regulators on Wednesday to open up its closed ecosystem to rivals, with the latter spelling out details on how to go about it…
Google Spotlights Temu For Adopting Android’s New Screen Feature
Temu has become one of the first developers to adopt Android’s new “dialog full-screen dim” feature, according to Google’s Android Developers Blog.
In Imo: Govt Targets N10b Revenue On Land Governance Policy
The Imo State government has disclosed that it is targeting about N10 billion in revenue from the transition to digital land governance and land-related revenue, marking a significant step toward…
Japan Airlines Expands Fleet Renewal With 17 More Boeing 737-8s
Japan Airlines (JAL) said on Wednesday it plans to buy 17 more Boeing 737-8 aircraft to refresh its fleet.
Enugu Launches Climate Policy Action Plan, Begins Construction of 141 Urban Roads
Enugu State Government has launched its Climate Policy, Action Plan, and Climate Education Manual as a guideline for securing sustainable climate resilient for the economic growth of the state, declaring…
Diddy Didn’t Know He Was Being Recorded During Prison Call With Kanye West
Sean "Diddy" Combs was reportedly unaware that his leaked jail call with Kanye West was being recorded.
In Ebonyi: Governor Suspends Three Commissioners Over Absenteeism
Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, on Tuesday, suspended three commissioners due to their absenteeism from official duties.
IPOB: Government To Revamp Ojukwu’s Biafra Bunker For Tourism
The Abia Government says it will collaborate with the Federal Government to upgrade the National War Museum and Ojukwu Bunker, both in Umuahia, into world-class tourism destinations.
In Abia: Gov. Otti Signs Electricity Bill Into Law
Alex Otti, governor of Abia, has signed the state’s electricity bill into law, thereby empowering the state to regulate its electricity market.
Kanye West Again Spews Hate, Antisemitism With Disturbing Casting Call
Kanye West has sparked fury once again, this time over a casting call he released featuring disturbing requirements that echo his recent antisemitic behavior.
NBS Reaffirms Commitment To Effective Data Communication
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring effective communication of its statistical data.
Rudeboy Calls Out Filmmakers Over shoddy Production
Afrobeat singer Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy, has criticized Nollywood filmmakers for their lack of attention to detail.
Federal Government Approves Abia Refinery
The Federal Government has given approval for the construction of a modular refinery in Abia State.
Premier League Announces Puma As Official Ball Supplier From 2025-26 Season
The Premier League has announced that Puma will become its official match ball supplier beginning with the 2025-26 season, ending a 25-year partnership with Nike.