Lidya, a digital-lending startup founded by ex-Jumia executives, has shut down its Nigerian operations The company has been in operation for nearly a decade, but there has been financial distress recently Analysts blame credit risks, tight funding conditions, and unsustainable growth targets for the collapse Legit.ng journalist Dave Ibemere has …

On Friday, WordPress.com maker Automattic filed its counterclaims in the lawsuit initiated by hosting company WP Engine in October 2024, which had accused Automattic and its CEO, Matt Mullenweg, of defamation and abuse of power. Automattic believes that WP Engine has been abusing the WordPress trademark and has engaged in deceptive marketing practices, without properly giving back …

NDLEA operatives have arrested socialite Pretty Mike and more than 100 people in Lagos club raid The agency said the operation took place at Proxy Nightclub, Victoria Island, in the early hours of Sunday The agency added that the raid followed credible intelligence on a suspected drug party The National …

One person is dead and at least six others were injured in a shooting during a homecoming celebration at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania, Saturday night, the Chester County district attorney announced. District Attorney Christopher de Barrena-Sarobe said one person, who had a gun, has since been detained.   The shooting …

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Nigeria’s unity continues to face pressure from regional movements calling for the creation of new countries From Biafra to Oduduwa, agitators across the country have revived secessionist demands rooted in historical grievances and ethnic identity This report explores the proposed nations these groups seek to carve out from the current …

DANA WHITE has confirmed Tom Aspinall’s next fight following his no-contest against Ciryl Gane. The Wigan warrior’s coming out party as heavyweight champion at UFC 321 ended seconds before the end of the first round due to a horror DOUBLE eye poke from Gane. Sign up for the Sport newsletter …

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The Senate and the House of Representatives’ constitutional review joint committee has approved the creation of a new state in the southeast The committee unanimously approved the new state at its two-day retreat in Lagos, where the proposals for 55 new states were reviewed Benjamin Okezie Kalu, the deputy speaker …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Texas quarterback Arch Manning may have suffered an injury during the team’s overtime comeback win at Mississippi State on Saturday. Manning scrambled for 13 yards on the first play of overtime but then left the field appearing to be experiencing pain in …