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Nigerian-Born Mfon Ekpo Breaks 163-Year Record at University of Southampton with Academic Award

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Nigerian-born leadership coach and human behaviour expert, Mfon Ekpo, has become the first recipient of the Outstanding Contribution Alumni Award from the University of Southampton. The award, newly introduced to commemorate transformative influence by its graduates, breaks a 163-year precedent at one of the United Kingdom’s most respected academic institutions. Mfon Ekpo’s honour is not merely ceremonial. It stands […]

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Abdul Samad Rabiu Crosses $6 Billion Mark as BUA Empire Tightens Grip on Nigeria’s Real Economy

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Abdul Samad Rabiu, the quietly strategic billionaire behind Nigeria’s BUA Group, has seen his net worth surge to an estimated $6 billion, following strong performances in his cement and food manufacturing businesses. The new valuation, tracked by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, reaffirms Rabiu’s position as one of Africa’s most influential industrialists and a central player in West Africa’s production […]

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Nigeria’s Cyber Professional Dr Fene Osakwe Honoured at UK Parliament for Global Impact

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Dr Fene Osakwe, a Nigerian-born cybersecurity expert, was honoured with the Technology Impact Award at the African Achievers Awards held at the Palace of Westminster, UK Parliament. His recognition marked the inaugural inclusion of a Technology category at the ceremony and solidified his standing as a global leader in digital security. This award builds on his historic win as the first […]

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Vanessa Kingori OBE Appointed to Malala Fund Board: A Powerful New Voice for Girls’ Education

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The Malala Fund has announced the appointment of Vanessa Kingori OBE, one of Britain’s most respected tech and media executives, to its global Board of Directors. Known for rewriting narratives at the highest levels of publishing and tech, Kingori brings a rare combination of commercial intelligence, cultural insight, and deep personal conviction to an organisation fighting for one of […]

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Allyson Felix Honoured with Induction into U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Hall of Fame

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Track and field legend Allyson Felix has officially been inducted into the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Hall of Fame, solidifying her place as one of the most decorated and respected athletes in American sports history. The seven-time Olympic gold medallist and 13-time world champion was honoured in a special ceremony that paid tribute to her two-decade career, not just […]

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Dr Emelyne Gasana Umunoza Appointed Deputy Vice Chancellor at Kepler College

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Kepler College has announced the appointment of Dr Emelyne Gasana Umunoza as Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic and Research Affairs, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and inclusive leadership in higher education across Africa. Dr Umunoza brings with her a wealth of experience in research, pedagogy, and academic leadership. Her appointment is seen as […]

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Aliko Dangote Sets Sights on New Mega Seaport Near Lagos in Infrastructure Push

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Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, is reportedly advancing plans to develop a new deep-sea port on the outskirts of Lagos, further strengthening his grip on Nigeria’s industrial and logistics landscape. Sources close to the Dangote Group confirm that the proposed port is part of a larger vision to create a self-sustaining industrial ecosystem around the Lekki Free Trade Zone, […]

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Mike Adenuga’s Telecomm Company Set to Launch Lagos Public Wi-Fi Under Landmark Connectivity Deal

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Nigerian telecommunications giant Globacom, owned by billionaire businessman Dr Mike Adenuga, is set to roll out a citywide public Wi-Fi service in Lagos as part of a bold move to expand digital access and close the connectivity gap across Africa’s most populous city. The new initiative, which comes under a strategic collaboration with state and municipal stakeholders, will see […]

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Africa’s Oldest Billionaire, Natie Kirsh, Fuels $1.42 Billion Takeover Bid for Australia’s Abacus Storage King

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Africa’s oldest billionaire, Natie Kirsh, has thrown his financial weight behind a $1.42 billion bid to acquire Australia’s Abacus Storage King. The 92-year-old Swazi-born tycoon is backing the deal through his investment arm, Kirsh Group, marking one of the most high-profile cross-continental acquisitions involving an African investor in recent years. Kirsh, whose wealth is estimated at over $6 billion, […]

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Jane Birkin’s Original Hermès Bag Sells for Historic $10 Million

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Jane Birkin’s personal Hermès Birkin prototype worn daily from the mid‑1980s to 1994 has set a new record at Sotheby’s Paris auction, fetching €8.6 million (approximately $10.1 million) after an intense ten‑minute bidding face‑off among nine collectors . The buyer? A private Japanese collector. This prototype is unlike any other Birkin. Commissioned by Hermès after an informal sketch on an air‑sickness bag […]

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