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  PalmPay issues arrest warnings to media outlets over KudiWave reports A new phase has emerged in the dispute involving PalmPay Limited and KudiWave Technologies Limited, with media organisations that reported developments in the matter said to have received messages from PalmPay warning of possible arrest and demanding the removal of published stories. The warnings followed media coverage of two major developments in the dispute. The first concerned the movement of N750,369,439.04 from KudiWave’s account by PalmPay. The second involved PalmPay’s reported position that KudiWave’s address and the ownership of the account were unknown, a claim KudiWave later challenged with documents and evidence of previous dealings between both companies. One of the major pieces of evidence presented by KudiWave was a PalmPay correspondence dated July 28, which expressly identified KudiWave Technologies Limited and Account No. 8889232516. In the same letter, PalmPay asked the Nigeria Police Force ...

   Flavour Thrills New York as Akeju’s LOUD IN AFRICA Celebrates African Culture The streets of Manhattan came alive with the vibrant rhythms of Africa last Friday, August 14, 2026, as Nigerian highlife powerhouse Chinedu Okoli, globally renowned as Flavour, headlined a sold-out edition of the LOUD IN AFRICA Concert Series at Racket NYC. The highly anticipated event lived up to its billing, drawing a massive, enthusiastic crowd from across the African diaspora, music lovers, and international culture enthusiasts for an unforgettable night of music, dance, and heritage. From the moment the doors opened at 431 West 16th Street, the venue buzzed with high energy. Flavour, true to his title as the "King of Highlife," took the stage and treated the audience to a masterclass in live performance. Blending his signature highlife melodies with contemporary Afrobeats and rich traditional instrumentation, he doled out back-to-back crowd favorites, keeping fans on their feet singing alon...

      Babatunde140 Unveils New Afro-Fusion Single ‘Bá Mi Jó (Dance With Me)’ Nigerian artiste Babatunde Ogunseinde, popularly known as Babatunde140, has released a new Afro-fusion single titled “Bá Mi Jó (Dance With Me),” a vibrant track that explores attraction, confidence, individuality and the freedom to embrace personal preferences. The song, whose Yoruba title translates to “Dance With Me,” blends infectious African rhythms with soulful melodies and an engaging groove, creating a sound designed to inspire listeners to let loose and enjoy the moment. According to the artiste, “Bá Mi Jó” is more than a dance record, as it celebrates self-confidence and encourages people to embrace what they consider beautiful while expressing themselves without restraint. “Bá Mi Jó is about confidence, individuality and being free to embrace what you find beautiful. It is an invitation to let go, move freely and enjoy love, attraction, culture and good vibes,” Babatunde140 said. The tr...

          Flavour Set to Headline LOUD IN AFRICA Concert Series in New York Nigerian highlife star Flavour is set to headline the LOUD IN AFRICA Concert Series in New York City on August 14, 2026, as organisers prepare for what is expected to be one of the biggest African music events of the summer. The concert will take place at Racket NYC, bringing together music lovers from across the African diaspora for an evening celebrating African music, culture and entertainment. Popularly known as the "King of Highlife," Flavour has built a global reputation with his blend of highlife, Afrobeats and contemporary African music, earning a loyal fan base across Africa, Europe and North America. The event will also feature performances by Naomi Achu, Prince Bright of Buk Bak, Bruck Up (Mr. Excitement), 2Cent, Unathi Nkayi, while Nollywood actress Mercy Macjoe is expected to make a special guest appearance. Speaking ahead of the concert, Founder of LOUD IN AFRICA, Abass Mub...

       Critics Urge Greater Accountability, Question Leadership of Health Minister Kwabena Akandoh Critics of Ghana's healthcare administration have renewed calls for greater transparency, accountability, and accelerated reforms within the country's health sector while raising concerns about the leadership of the Minister of Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh. The calls come amid ongoing public discussions about challenges facing the healthcare system, including access to quality medical services, inadequate infrastructure, shortages of healthcare personnel, and the availability of essential medicines and equipment. While acknowledging efforts by the Ministry of Health to address these issues, some healthcare stakeholders and civil society advocates argue that reforms have not progressed quickly enough. They have urged the ministry to improve communication with the public and provide clearer updates on policies, priorities, and measurable outcomes. A healthcare stak...

Fresh Models Launches in Lagos to Discover and Develop Nigeria’s Next Generation of Global Talent Lagos, Nigeria — A new force in African fashion has emerged with the launch of Fresh Models, a Lagos-based modeling agency and training academy founded by international model and creative entrepreneur Francis Polo, also known as Fresh Pepper. Positioned at the intersection of talent development and global opportunity, Fresh Models aims to redefine industry standards in Nigeria by building a pipeline of world-class models equipped for both local and international markets. “Fresh Models was created to bridge the gap between raw talent in Nigeria and the structure required to compete globally,” said Polo. “We’re not just signing models—we’re developing them with intention, discipline, and a clear understanding of the industry.” Operating out of Lagos, the agency combines representation with hands-on training through its academy, offering aspiring models access to professional development in ...