In September 2023, Neymar suffered a severe injury while representing the Brazilian national team, sidelining the Al-Hilal star from the field for an extended period. Despite his absence, Al-Hilal, a top team in the Saudi Pro League, is reportedly planning to include Neymar in their squad for the upcoming season, according to the Saudi publication…
Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur, has recently hinted that his internet company, Starlink, will soon be launching its direct-to-mobile internet service in the countries where it currently operates. This announcement came shortly after SpaceX, Musk’s satellite company, successfully launched 42 new satellites, including 26 equipped with direct-to-cell capabilities. According to Ben Longmier, one of SpaceX’s…
The Federal Government has announced that it will soon release $800 million for the construction of new substations and distribution networks as part of the Presidential Power Initiative. This development was revealed by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, during a recent facility tour of a power company in China, as reported by the National…
Apple is set to host its highly anticipated fall event on September 9 at its Cupertino, California headquarters, as confirmed by an invitation sent out on Monday. The event is expected to feature the unveiling of new iPhones along with updates to various other devices and applications. This launch is particularly crucial for Apple as…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Limited has officially commenced the export of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) to the Asian markets, specifically targeting China and Japan. This significant development was announced by Olufemi Soneye, the spokesperson for the national oil company, in a statement released on Monday in Abuja. According to Soneye, the shipments to…
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) announced on Monday that it has imposed a substantial fine of 290 million euros ($324 million) on ride-hailing giant Uber for improperly transferring the personal data of European drivers to servers in the United States. This penalty underscores the severity of the violations against the European Union’s General Data…
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), has highlighted a concerning trend in Nigeria’s economic performance, noting that the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate has been steadily declining since 2014. Speaking at the annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) on Sunday, Okonjo-Iweala emphasized that this downturn signals…
In a robust response to escalating security threats and unlawful activities within Nigeria’s mining sector, the federal government has instituted an immediate suspension of all mining operations in Unguwar Magro Village, situated in Niger State. This decisive action follows a tragic and violent incident in which twelve miners lost their lives at the hands of…
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Oando PLC has officially completed the acquisition of Nigerian Agip Oil Company (NAOC) from the Italian energy giant Eni, marking a major achievement in Oando’s strategic vision. The transaction, valued at $783 million, includes not only the purchase consideration but also reimbursement for the assets, representing a significant investment in Nigeria’s energy sector. This acquisition…
