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Former Bridgewater Partner to Increase Investment in Synergy Africa Private Equity Fund
Former Bridgewater Associates LP partner Richard Okello’s Sango Capital Management is acquiring a majority stake in an African private equity fund managed by Synergy Capital Managers Ltd. Sango Capital plans to explore potential exits from assets predominantly located in Nigeria.
Russian Troops Enter Niger Air Base Hosting American Forces
Russian military personnel arrived at an airbase in Niger’s capital Niamey on Thursday, where some U.S. troops are stationed amidst an ongoing withdrawal of American forces from the country, confirmed Pentagon authorities.
Escaping After a Decade: Freedom for a Girl Kidnapped with 275 Others
Saratu Dauda found herself in a terrifying situation in 2014 when she was abducted at the age of 16. She, along with her classmates, was packed into a truck by members of the terrorist group Boko Haram, heading into the bush in northeastern Nigeria. Behind them, their girls’ boarding school in Chibok had been set ablaze.
As the truck rumbled on, Dauda noticed some of the girls jumping off the back, either alone or in pairs, seeking refuge in the surrounding scrubland. She was about to follow suit when one girl raised the alarm, alerting their captors to the escape attempts. The truck was secured, and they continued towards what would become nine long years of captivity for Daud
Prominent Co-Founder of Nigeria's Largest Bank Among Six Fatalities in California Helicopter Crash
Herbert Wigwe, a co-founder of Nigeria’s largest bank, was among the six individuals who lost their lives in a helicopter crash in California on Friday, as reported by various sources.
Ivory Coast and South Africa Secure Spots in Africa Cup Semifinals
Namibian President Hage Geingob passed away on Sunday while undergoing medical treatment, as announced by his office. He was 82 years old. The Namibian presidency shared the news on the social media platform X, stating that Geingob’s medical team at Lady Pohamba Hospital had made every effort to assist him, but he succumbed to the illness with his wife, Monica Geingos, and children at his side.
Namibian President Geingob Passes Away in Hospital During Treatment
Namibian President Hage Geingob passed away on Sunday while undergoing medical treatment, as announced by his office. He was 82 years old. The Namibian presidency shared the news on the social media platform X, stating that Geingob’s medical team at Lady Pohamba Hospital had made every effort to assist him, but he succumbed to the illness with his wife, Monica Geingos, and children at his side.
African Music: Celebrating Grammy Recognition and Global Influence
The diverse genres and talents of the African music industry are not just making waves on global charts but are also claiming a spot on the prestigious Grammy stage.
The recently introduced Grammy category, “Best African Music Performance,” scheduled for this Sunday, signifies a substantial acknowledgment of regional musical traditions. This category recognizes “recordings that utilize unique local expressions from across the African continent,” showcasing the richness and diversity of African music.
Senegal's President Macky Sall Delays Presidential Election Due to Integrity Concerns
Senegalese President Macky Sall has made the unprecedented decision to postpone the upcoming presidential elections, originally scheduled for later this month. In a decree announced on Saturday, President Sall cited controversies surrounding the disqualification of certain candidates and allegations of corruption in election-related cases. The decree repeals the law that convened the electoral body just as the campaign was set to commence for the February 25 election in one of West Africa’s most stable democracies.
Segun Aremu: Nigerian Traditional Monarch Fatally Shot, Wife Abducted
Armed assailants have perpetrated a heinous act, shooting retired army general Segun Aremu, who held the esteemed title of Olukoro of Koro, a traditional ruler in the southwestern region of Nigeria. The attack occurred on Thursday night when the assailants forcefully entered the palace, also abducting his wife and another individual.