Elon Musk Sells X to xAI for $45 Billion
Elon Musk has sold his social media company, X, to his artificial intelligence firm, xAI, for $45 billion. The deal, which includes $12 billion in debt, values X at $33 billion, slightly more than what Musk paid for it in 2022. Musk stated that the integration of X and xAI will leverage AI-driven capabilities to […]
IMF Appoints Tony Elumelu to Advisory Council on Entrepreneurship and Growth
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has appointed Nigerian entrepreneur and philanthropist Tony Elumelu to its newly established Advisory Council on Entrepreneurship and Growth. According to a report by Premium Times, the appointment was announced in an official statement released on Friday. The council, convened by IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, brings together global business leaders, […]
Atiku Abubakar, Rabiu Kwankwaso Condemn Mob Lynching in Edo State
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso have strongly condemned the brutal mob lynching of at least 16 Northerners traveling to Kano State. The attack, which occurred in Uromi, Edo State, has sparked outrage and renewed calls for justice. Tragic Incident Unfolds in Uromi According to reports first published […]
Devastation in Southeast Asia: Earthquake Triggers Humanitarian Crisis
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Southeast Asia on Friday, leaving a trail of destruction and despair across Myanmar and Thailand. The seismic disaster, with its epicenter near Mandalay, Myanmar’s second-largest city, has triggered a large-scale humanitarian crisis as emergency response teams scramble to rescue survivors and provide aid to affected communities. Thousands are feared […]
Zenith Bank Delivers Record-Breaking Growth, Strengthens Position as Nigeria’s Financial Powerhouse
Zenith Bank Plc has once again reaffirmed its dominance in Nigeria’s banking industry with an exceptional financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2024. The bank’s audited financial results highlight a remarkable surge across key indicators, showcasing its resilience, strategic innovation, and investor confidence. Unprecedented Financial GrowthThe bank recorded a staggering 86% year-on-year […]
How African Traditional Dishes Traveled Across the World
African cuisine has played a significant role in shaping global food cultures. Many dishes and ingredients that originated from the continent have traveled across the world, influencing cuisines in the Americas, the Caribbean, and beyond. Through trade, migration, and the transatlantic slave trade, African food traditions have left a lasting mark on international gastronomy. The […]
Sierra Leone Ramps Up Fight Against Mpox with Targeted Vaccination Rollout
A Race Against Time: Combating Mpox in Sierra Leone In a decisive move to curb the spread of the ongoing Mpox outbreak, Sierra Leone has initiated a nationwide vaccination campaign, marking a critical juncture in the country’s public health response. Since the first confirmed cases emerged in January 2025, authorities have faced mounting pressure to […]
U.S. to Cut Funding for Global Vaccination Program, Raising Health Concerns
The Trump administration is set to terminate U.S. financial support for Gavi, a global initiative that helps provide critical vaccines for children in developing countries. Gavi estimates that without U.S. contributions—about 13 percent of its budget—75 million children will miss routine vaccinations in the next five years, potentially leading to 1.2 million preventable deaths. Funding […]
South Sudan on the Brink: Regional Stability at Stake Amid Political Tensions
South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation, is once again at a critical crossroads as escalating tensions between President Salva Kiir and his former rival-turned-ally, Riek Machar, threaten to unravel years of fragile peace. The political crisis has not only put South Sudan at risk of renewed violence but has also raised concerns over regional stability […]
South Korea wildfires,worse than many previous
South Korea’s acting President Han Duck-soo said the wildfires that began last Friday were worse than many previous He said this in a televised address “Damages are snowballing,” “There are concerns that we’ll have wildfire damages that we’ve never experienced, so we have to concentrate all our capabilities to put out the wildfires over the […]
