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In SummaryThere are currently only 20 billionaires in Africa.As of 2024, the combined wealth of the 20 billionaires in Africa is $82.4 billion, an increase from the 2023 total of $81.5 billion.Nigerian billionaire, Aliko Dangote, the founder of Dangote Cement, the largest cement producer in Africa, has been the richest man in Africa for 13 years in a row.According to recent data, the total private wealth of the top wealthy people in Africa is around $2.5 trillion. Deep Dive!!Africa is a wealthy continent, especially in mineral resources, potential, and market opportunities. Yet, it continues to lag behind Asia, Europe, North…

  Lara Adejoro The Economic Community of West African States, through its specialised health institution, the West African Health Organisation has urged researchers, policymakers, healthcare professionals and stakeholders to contribute to strengthening regional health security against Lassa fever and other emerging infectious diseases. WAHO made the call on Friday in a statement while announcing the second Lassa Fever International Conference, which will be held in September 2025, in Côte d’Ivoire. The conference with the theme, “Beyond borders: Strengthening regional cooperation to combat Lassa Fever and emerging infectious diseases,” is aimed at advancing sustainable preparedness and regional coordination for Lassa fever…

Joeboy’s “Taxi Driver” series continues with episode three, this time featuring comedian Taaooma in her Baba Taaoo character. Baba Taaoo hails the taxi and enters, already in full rant mode. He goes on about how he sponsored his girlfriend’s birthday party, only for her real boyfriend to propose to her right there. The twist is she wasn’t even his main girlfriend, she was his sidekick. With “Taxi Driver” playing in the background, Joeboy listens as Baba Taaoo fumes. Once again, the taxi becomes more than just a ride. It is a space where heartbreak turns into unexpected comedy and every…

Wolfsburg are leading the race to sign Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi this summer — but they could face stiff competition from Premier League clubs for the Viktoria Plzeň forward, Soccernet.ng reports. The 22-year-old has returned to action in explosive form following a lengthy injury layoff, sparking fresh interest from top European clubs ahead of the next transfer window. Durosinmi had been close to joining Eintracht Frankfurt in January 2023, but the move collapsed after medical checks revealed a knee issue. The German side pulled out of the deal, prompting the Nigerian forward to undergo surgery that sidelined him for nearly…

The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called on Nigerians in the diaspora to embrace patriotism as a key factor in national development. Dabiri-Erewa, who spoke at the 2025 Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association Abuja Iftar/Lecture Prayer on Friday, noted the role of patriotism in fostering unity and progress, both for Nigerians at home and abroad. The event, themed “Islam and Patriotism,” was centred on how Islam encourages love for one’s country. The chairman, in a statement signed by Gabriel Odu of the Public Relations department NiDCOM, noted that Islam places a strong emphasis on…

Residents of Batsari Local Government Area of Katsina State have commended security operatives for their efforts at tackling the security challenges bedeviling the area. Several of them who spoke with newsmen Friday afternoon said the security situation which had been worrisome months ago had been brought under control in recent times. Speaking, a community leader in Wagini village, Yahuza Aminu, said the community used to witness constant attacks by bandits, with several lives lost, as well as abductions and rustling of animals. “There was a time when none of us as a community could sleep in the night with…

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has faced fresh criticism over his squad selection for Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, Soccernet.ng reports. Chelle unveiled a 39-man provisional squad on Tuesday ahead of the fixtures, with Nigeria set to face Rwanda in Kigali on March 21 before hosting Zimbabwe in Uyo four days later. While the list included several established internationals and in-form players, the invitation of Ahmed Musa and Kelechi Iheanacho has sparked debate among football stakeholders. Ahmed Musa, Nigeria’s most-capped player with 110 appearances and 18 goals, remains a revered figure after scoring…

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have arrived at the State High Court sitting in Ikeja for the hearing of a case instituted by their colleague and Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa. Obasa is challenging his removal from office by 36 lawmakers on January 13, 2025, over allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of office. The respondents in the suit are lawmakers and Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, who was earlier elected to replace Obasa after his removal from office. Meranda recently stepped down for the reinstatement of Obasa. She said her action was to respect the All Progressives Congress (APC)…

A notorious Lakurawa kingpin, Maigemu, has been eliminated in an operation by a combined team of security forces and vigilantes in Kebbi State. The Director of Security at the Cabinet Office in Birnin Kebbi, Alhaji Abdulrahman Zagga, in a statement made available to newsmen in the state on Friday, confirmed that Maigemu was taken down on Thursday in Kuncin Baba, the Arewa Local Government Area, a rugged, remote area, after an intense gun battle. “He was taken down by a combined team of security agents and local vigilantes while working on intelligence. “The operation comes just a week after Kebbi…

Former presidential candidate and Labour Party’s leader, Peter Obi, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of veteran politician and former presidential spokesperson, Dr. Doyin Okupe. Writing on his X handle on Monday morning, Obi described the news of Okupe’s death as shocking and a profound loss to the nation. “With great sadness this morning, I received the shocking news of the death of my dear elder brother, Dr. Doyin Okupe. On behalf of the family and the Obidient family, I sincerely mourn his passing,” Obi said. Dr. Okupe, a key figure in Nigeria’s political landscape, served as a…