Day: February 3, 2025

Trump : Funding Cut for South Africa Over Land Seizures

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US President, Donald Trump has said he will cut off future funding to South Africa for “confiscating” land and “treating certain classes of people very badly” pending an investigation. The land issue in South Africa has long been divisive, with efforts to redress the inequality of white-rule drawing criticism from conservatives including the world’s wealthiest person and Trump adviser, Elon Musk. who was born in South Africa. South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa signed a bill last month that stipulates the government may, in certain circumstances, offer “nil compensation” for property…

Dangote Price Cut: Fuel Importers Fear Losses

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Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s recent reduction in the ex-depot price of petrol has significantly impacted petroleum marketers. This decision, lowering the price from N950 to N890 per liter, is believed to be a response to warnings that some traders might resort to importing fuel if foreign prices remain lower than locally refined products. Dangote’s stated aim is to provide economic relief and align with global energy sector developments and declining crude oil prices, urging marketers to pass these savings on to consumers. However, the price reduction presents both opportunities and challenges…

Osun Rep : Aregbesola should make peace with Tinubu

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he lawmaker representing the Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency of Osun State in the House of Representatives, Mr. Oluwole Oke, stated on Sunday that former Governor Rauf Aregbesola should “go and beg, prostrate, and make peace” with his “principal,” President Bola Tinubu. In a social media post, Oke, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, emphasised that if he were in Aregbesola’s position, that is exactly what he would do. The comment comes amid political tension in Osun State, where Omoluabi Progressives, a political group supported by Aregbesola, recently announced its departure…

Tems Makes History with Grammy Win

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Tems, a Nigerian singer whose full name is Temilade Openiyi, has won the Best African Music Performance category at the 67th Grammy Awards. Her song “Love Me JeJe” earned her the win, besting tracks from Yemi Alade, Asake featuring Wizkid, Chris Brown featuring Davido and Lojay, and Burna Boy. This marks Tems’ second Grammy win. The category itself is relatively new, having been introduced in 2024, with South African artist Tyla taking the inaugural award for her song “Water.” At this year’s Grammys, Tems received three nominations, bringing her career…