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Aliko And The Enduring Legacy of Alhassan Dantata: A Pioneer in Trade and Commerce

Aliko And The Enduring Legacy of Alhassan Dantata: A Pioneer in Trade and Commerce

In the 1940s, Alhassan Dantata stood tall as the wealthiest person in West Africa, thanks to his visionary approach to trade and commerce. His innovative spirit led to the creation of the iconic Kano Groundnut Pyramids, each boasting 15,000 filled bags. But Dantata's impact went beyond his business ventures. He was also a trailblazer in banking, opening an account with the British Bank of West Africa (now First Bank Nigeria) in 1929 with an astonishing 20 camel-loads of silver coins in Kano, Nigeria. Today, Dantata's legacy continues to inspire through his great-grandson, Aliko Dangote, the world's richest black person. The…
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Ugandan TikTok Sensation Rango Tenge Tenge Arrives in Nigeria for Collaboration with Davido

Ugandan TikTok Sensation Rango Tenge Tenge Arrives in Nigeria for Collaboration with Davido

Kampala, Uganda - Rango Tenge Tenge, the popular Ugandan TikTok creator, has arrived in Nigeria after being invited by renowned Nigerian artist Davido. The exciting collaboration will feature Tenge in Davido's upcoming music video alongside the Ghêtto Kíds. Davido has offered Tenge a substantial sum of money for his appearance in the video, a testament to the Ugandan's growing influence in the entertainment industry. To ensure Tenge's safety during his stay in Nigeria, the Nigerian military has pledged to provide him with security personnel. Tenge's ultimate goal is to utilize his platform and earnings to build multiple boreholes in his…
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Karamagi Alex “Dog City” Released from CMI Detention, Recounts Harrowing Experience

Karamagi Alex “Dog City” Released from CMI Detention, Recounts Harrowing Experience

Kampala, Uganda - After nearly a week in detention at the Chieftaincy of Military Intelligence (CMI), Karamagi Alex, popularly known as "Dog City," has been released alongside comrades Wambi Peter from Luuka and Mwanje Ashraf from Kyadondo. According to sources, the trio was subjected to severe torture during their detention, leaving them in need of urgent medical attention. Dog City before incarceration In a disturbing display of humiliation, Dog City's signature dreadlocked hair was shaved off by his captors. The release of the three comrades has sparked a mix of emotions, with many expressing relief and solidarity. The incident has…
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Revitalizing a National Icon: Bankers’ Committee Unveils Renovated National Theatre

Revitalizing a National Icon: Bankers’ Committee Unveils Renovated National Theatre

In a groundbreaking initiative, the Bankers' Committee is poised to complete the comprehensive renovation and upgrading of the National Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos. This monumental project, launched in July 2021, aims to restore the theatre's former glory and unlock opportunities for Nigeria's vibrant creative sector. During a media tour and briefing, the Committee showcased the transformed National Theatre complex, highlighting its commitment to reviving national pride. By upgrading the facilities to world-class standards, the Bankers' Committee seeks to empower the youth in the creative industry, fostering job creation, income generation, and foreign exchange earnings. The extensive renovation encompasses various spaces,…
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Ousmane Yara hosted NYA President, Bin Abbas in Dakar to strengthen partnership.

Ousmane Yara hosted NYA President, Bin Abbas in Dakar to strengthen partnership.

By Comr Amos Kalu As part of his cardinal purposes for traveling all the way to Senegal to seek ideas and healthy collaborations that will help to deepen the desire for the Nigerian youths to sit up and own up to their responsibilities of being the leaders of tomorrow, the National Youth Alliance President and Convener, Ambassador Aliyu Bin Abbas, has kicked off his retinue of activities in the country that will culminate in a special meeting with the young president of the country who has become a good source of motivation for Nigeria youths, albeit, other African countries that…
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