Category: NEWS
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Dorna Sports, the long-time commercial rights holder for MotoGP, has officially rebranded itself as the MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group, marking a strategic shift in how the organisation thinks about motorcycle racing and global spectator engagement. The new name reflects a move beyond simply managing race operations toward presenting MotoGP as a comprehensive entertainment platform one…
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Legendary civil rights leader Jesse Jackson has died at the age of 84, his family announced, marking the passing of one of the most influential figures in the American struggle for justice, equality and human rights. Jackson’s death was confirmed by his family and the organisation he founded, the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, which said he…
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Legendary Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall has died at the age of 95, his wife Luciana Pedraza Duvall announced, marking the end of one of the most enduring and respected careers in Hollywood history. Duvall passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by love and comfort, according to the statement shared on social media by his…
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Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has amassed an estimated net worth of $31.9 billion, according to Bloomberg, solidifying his position as the continent’s most successful industrialist. Unlike many of today’s global billionaires whose fortunes are rooted in technology, Dangote’s wealth is firmly anchored in real-sector industries—a strategy that has reshaped Africa’s economic landscape. At…
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Africa is estimated to hold more than $5 trillion worth of gold resources, with over $1 trillion still untapped, according to the Africa Finance Corporation. This vast reserve base positions the continent as one of the most strategically important players in the global gold market. At a time when central banks around the world are…
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Nigeria has issued a strong advisory cautioning its citizens about deceptive military recruitment schemes allegedly targeting Africans for deployment in the ongoing Russia–Ukraine conflict. According to Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, several Nigerians have been lured abroad under false pretences, only to be pressured or misled into signing military contracts and subsequently deployed to active…
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R.Kelly reportedly been placed in solitary confinement as federal officials investigate an unusual situation unfolding behind bars. The beleaguered R&B singer, who is currently serving decades-long sentences, has been moved to the Special Housing Unit at FCI Butner Medium I in North Carolina. According to TMZ, his attorney, Beau Brindley, says the isolation stems from…
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Dancer, choreographer, and beloved public figure Allison Holker has announced her engagement, marking a poignant and hopeful moment in her life nearly three years after the tragic passing of her late husband, Stephen “tWitch” Boss. The news has been met with an outpouring of love and support from fans, peers, and the dance community many…
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Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has officially withdrawn his legal custody fight over his daughter, Imade Adeleke, bringing an emotional chapter in his personal life to an abrupt close. The announcement came after a tense session at the Lagos State High Court in Yaba, where Davido had been seeking joint custody of his first child with…
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Nigerian chef and culinary entrepreneur Hilda Baci has added yet another milestone to her growing list of achievements, receiving her third Guinness World Record plaque. The recognition further cements her status as one of Nigeria’s most celebrated culinary figures and a symbol of determination on the global stage. This latest recognition came after her record-breaking…