Billionaire Aliko Dangote has described his $23 billion Dangote Refinery project as the “biggest risk” of his life, acknowledging the challenges he faced in bringing the venture to fruition. In an exclusive interview with Forbes on Monday, February 17, Dangote opened up about the risks involved in such a massive undertaking. “It was the biggest …
Former Mauritius prime minister arrested for financial fraud
Former Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Jugnauth, has been arrested on charges of money laundering, according to the state-run Financial Crimes Commission (FCC). FCC spokesperson Ibrahim Rossaye confirmed that Jugnauth is currently in custody at a detention center in Moka, a district in central Mauritius. The arrest followed a series of searches conducted by FCC …
House of rep’s member Philip Agbese sues Binance executive Gambaryan over bribery allegation
Philip Agbese, a member of the House of Representatives, has filed a lawsuit against Tigran Gambaryan, an executive of Binance Holdings Limited, over allegations of defamation. In a post on X last Friday, February 14, Gambaryan claimed that three Nigerian lawmakers, including Peter Akpanke and Agbese, the deputy spokesperson of the House of Representatives, demanded …
Elon Musk’s alleged baby mama Ashley St. Clair calls him out for allegedly ghosting her
Elon Musk is facing claims that he has gone silent on Ashley St. Clair, who alleges she recently gave birth to his child. According to St. Clair’s representative, Brian Glicklich, she had been respecting Musk’s desire to keep the alleged baby’s existence private. However, she decided to reveal the news herself after a tabloid reporter …
‘Missing’ Osun monarch is in FBI custody over ‘$4.2m COVID-19 fraud’
Joseph Oloyede, the Apetu of Ipetumodu in Osun State, has been taken into custody by the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) after being indicted for conspiracy, wire fraud, and money laundering. Oloyede, who was crowned in 2019, frequently travelled between Nigeria and the U.S. for what he described as royal and personal engagements. …
Accidental airstrike allegedly kills family of 6 in Katsina
A family of six was reportedly killed by a military airstrike that hit Yauni community, Zakka ward in Safana Local Government Area of Katsina State. According to Daily Trust, three other security personnel, including two police officers and an operative of the state-owned Community Watch Corps (CWC), were earlier killed in a gun duel with …
Rapper Jay-Z sues attorney Tony Buzbee over false rape allegations, claims $20 Million in losses
Hip-hop mogul Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter has taken legal action against Texas-based attorney Tony Buzbee, accusing him of defamation, civil extortion, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. The lawsuit follows the dismissal of a rape case filed against Jay-Z and fellow music executive Sean “Diddy” Combs in October 2024. Jay-Z claims that the false allegations strategically …
Singer Shakira hospitalized after suffering abdominal issues as she announces cancellation of her concert
Colombian singer, Shakira has revealed she is ‘currently hospitalized’ after suffering abdominal issues on Saturday night. The Hips Don’t Lie songstress, 48, announced she was taken to the ER last night in a statement posted to her Instagram Stories. Shakira also revealed she is now cancelling her show in Lima, Peru today after doctor’s determined …
Full list of winners from 2025 BAFTA Awards (Photos)
The 2025 BAFTA Film Awards took place on February 16 at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in central London, honoring the best in film of the year. The prestigious ceremony 78th year, saw Conclave take home Best Film, while Adrien Brody (The Brutalist) and Mikey Madison (Anora) claimed the top acting prizes. The …
U.S.-Canadian hockey match breaks down to a fight after Trump’s tariffs
Tensions between Canada and the United States spilled onto the ice during the USA-Canada 4 Nations Face Off game in Montreal, as three fights erupted within nine seconds on Saturday night. The Canadian crowd also made their frustrations known by booing during the “Star-Spangled Banner” before the brawls broke out. The heated exchanges between players …