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How we’re thinking about 2026 and beyond. Here’s the thing about two speeds. Over the last few years, the African tech ecosystem has been moving at a pace that feels almost contradictory: consolidation at the centre and new ideas flickering relentlessly at the edges. Capital tightened, regulation grew heavier. Scale began pooling around fewer, stronger players. Meanwhile, out past the headlines, new ideas continued to form — quieter now, less theatrical, yet persistent. If you’re only watching one speed, you’re half-blind. Technology stopped being a standalone sector. These shifts are showing up everywhere — in how people work, move money,…

President Tinubu Power Minister, Adebayo Adelabu has reportedy resigned from his cabinet.   NewsOnline Nigeria reports that Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu has resigned from his position to pursue his governorship ambition in Oyo State, complying with a directive from President Bola Tinubu mandating all political appointees seeking elective office to step down by March 31, 2026.   Adelabu’s resignation was conveyed in a letter dated March 26 and addressed to the President through the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, marking a key political shift within the Federal Executive Council ahead of the next election…

Planning an overseas holiday or work visit is exciting, but choosing the right insurance can feel confusing. A key decision is whether a single-trip plan or a multi-trip plan suits you better. Both offer cover for medical emergencies, trip disruptions, and other travel risks, but suit different travellers. If you want to buy travel insurance wisely, match the policy to how often you travel, how long you stay away, and what protection matters most. Ahead, you will see how each option works and which one makes better sense for your plans. What is single-trip travel insurance? A single trip policy…

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Femi Fani-Kayode, has said the African Democratic Congress (ADC) may struggle to present a presidential candidate recognised by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 elections. Fani-Kayode made the claim in a post shared on his X handle on Wednesday, where he criticised the internal crisis within the opposition party. “They can blow as much hot air, enlist as many big names, engage in as many photo ops, appear on all the television stations for their shallow and meaningless interviews and peddle as much fake news as they like,”…

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, a coalition of concerned stakeholders in Surulere, in Wednesday, rejected Mr Desmond Elliot’s bid for a fourth term as the lawmaker representing Surulere Constituency I at the Lagos State House of Assembly.The stakeholders, in a statement by its Spokesman, Mr Olanrewaju Badmus, said Elliot’s previous three terms were marred by dismal performance, weak policy innovation and failure to proactively address local needs.Badmus said that community leaders, youth groups, small-business representatives and civil society organisations had collectively assessed Elliot’s legislative record and found it wanting.The spokesperson for the group, speaking on behalf of the Surulere…

Nigeria are set to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in dramatic fashion, despite Democratic Republic of the Congo securing a 1-0 win over Jamaica in the intercontinental play-off final. DR Congo had ended a 52-year wait for World Cup qualification after Axel Tuanzebe scored the winning goal in extra time. However, that result may now be overturned following an expected decision from FIFA. Reports suggest that fresh evidence has emerged regarding the use of ineligible players by DR Congo during the CAF play-off stage. The development is linked to recent changes within Confederation of African Football, where a…

“The scammer was extraordinarily believable,” Kim Sawyer, a former university professor in Melbourne, said. “He had a British accent, used all the right financial market terms and knew how to induce us by appearing credible every time.”The Sawyers are not an isolated case.Using sophisticated cyber-tools, artificial intelligence and impersonation techniques, scammers trapped in centres across Southeast Asia have been defrauding victims of their savings for billions of dollars. In 2024, the United States alone reported losses amounting to $10 billion to scam operations based in the region[AP1] [LG2] .The victims that scammers target are all over the world and, in many cases, highly…

“The scammer was extraordinarily believable,” Kim Sawyer, a former university professor in Melbourne, said. “He had a British accent, used all the right financial market terms and knew how to induce us by appearing credible every time.”The Sawyers are not an isolated case.Using sophisticated cyber-tools, artificial intelligence and impersonation techniques, scammers trapped in centres across Southeast Asia have been defrauding victims of their savings for billions of dollars. In 2024, the United States alone reported losses amounting to $10 billion to scam operations based in the region[AP1] [LG2] .The victims that scammers target are all over the world and, in many cases, highly…

When to watch England vs. JapanTuesday, March 31, at 2:45 p.m. ET (11:45 p.m. PT).Where to watchEngland vs. Japan will air in the US on FOX Soccer Plus, Fubo and Vix. See at Fubo Carries FOX Soccer Plus for $81 per month Fubo 73% off with 2yr plan (+4 free months). Now only $3.49/month See more details See at ITV Watch international friendly football free in the UK ITV See at Stan Sport Watch international soccer live in Australia from AU$32 a month Stan Sport See at DAZN Watch international soccer in Canada from CA$30 a month DAZN Show more…

President Tinubu has announced 8 key appointments. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved eight new appointments, naming Ibrahim Ida as Chairman of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and nominating seven commissioners for the National Population Commission (NPC). The appointments were disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. According to the statement, Ida brings extensive experience in public administration and finance, having previously served as Commissioner of Finance in Katsina State and as a Permanent Secretary in the Federal Civil Service before his election to…