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Uber launches new feature to allow drivers pick up groceries for users in Lagos
Ride-hailing app, Uber announced the launch of Store Pickups, a new feature that will help consumers have their…
DR Congo files criminal suit against Apple for illegal mining
The Democratic Republic of Congo has filed a criminal suit against Apple subsidiaries in France and Belgium. The…
TymeBank becomes Africa’s 9th unicorn with $250m raise and $1.5bn valuation
A South African-born fintech, Tyme Group has raised $250 million in a Series D funding round. The digital…
From N8,100 to N9,000: an inDrive rider and driver clash over AC charges in Lagos
In his defence, the inDrive driver said the rider agreed with the increase
EFCC arrest 600 Nigerians, 192 foreigners for crypto and online romance scam in its largest raid yet
EFCC said the foreigners trained their Nigerian accomplices in investment and romance scams
Bitcoin hits new record high $106,000 as countries set for strategic reserve in cryptocurrency
On Monday, the world’s most famous cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, hit a new record high of $106,000 after it briefly…
Atiku Abubakar warns Nigerians against fake online grant scheme in his name
Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has warned Nigerians against falling into a funding scheme using his…
Thrilling Night, Chilling Vibes: Spotify Celebrates Wrapped 2024 with Lagos Party
Over the weekend, Lagos was lit as Spotify threw down an unforgettable Wrapped 2024 party at the Space…
Funke Akindele’s Everybody Loves Jenifa sets new record, earns N206 million in opening weekend
Everybody Loves Jenifa has shattered all records set by previous films at the Nigerian box office
MTN set to secure banking license that will expand MoMo’s operation
MTN has announced plans to secure a banking license once the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) opens up…
