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Television host Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori, popularly known as KieKie, and reality TV personality Nelson Enwerem, known as Prince Nelson, will return as hosts of Hello Mr Right as the StarTimes dating reality show introduces new twists in its fourth season. KieKie will host the programme for a third consecutive season, while Prince Nelson returns as co-host for a second season. The new season will introduce AI-assisted matchmaking and a role-reversal format in which women take charge of selecting their potential partners. The season opens with an audition episode on 26 September on ST Nollywood Plus. It will be rebroadcast on 1…

Alhaji’s IPO is setting fire across the continent. It is billed as the biggest ever in Africa. The N2.15 trillion IPO is truly earth-shaking, and the markets are bristling with excitement as it readies to gobble up all of it. This would deepen market capitalisation, throwing up a lot of “small, small billionaires.” But let me state this: despite all this, Alhaji will still hold at least 84.34% of the company spread across four corporate vehicles and at a full N77.7 trillion valuation, it will be a long stretch for anyone to attempt a “takeover.” This was how he blew…

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru President Bola Tinubu on Sunday took centre stage at the ongoing 2026 BRICS Summit, calling for an urgent overhaul of global governance structures and international financial institutions. He called for a more representative, equitable and responsive global governance architecture and international financial system, restating Nigeria’s support for institutions that reflect contemporary economic and demographic realities. Speaking at the summit in New Delhi, India, in an address delivered on his behalf by Vice President Kashim Shettima, President Tinubu said the transformation championed by BRICS must also extend to the international system. “Nigeria supports a more representative, equitable and…

On Monday, the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) in the Philippines will hold its first parliamentary election since it was established in 2018. The vote will officially mark the end of the transition period under the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA), an interim regional government appointed in 2019.The election is a significant milestone in the Bangsamoro struggle. It is the outcome of decades of armed conflict and negotiations between the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and the government of the Philippines.The vote will test the Philippine government’s commitment to the peace process and the MILF’s commitment to the democratic…

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.GE HealthCare Technologies is in talks over a $1bn deal to buy a private equity-backed company specialising in radioactive chemicals used in cancer scans, as it hunts for growth three years after its split from the corporate giant. A takeover of radiopharmaceutical developer Sofie Biosciences could be announced as soon as next week provided there are no last-minute snags, according to people familiar with the matter. GE HealthCare was discussing paying roughly $1bn for Sofie, the people added. The potential deal would…

Protein power Mass spectrometry-based proteomics is a relative newcomer to the field and is capable of providing a thorough and very detailed characterization of any protein residues present in a given sample, as well as any accumulated damage. The technique is so sensitive that less sample material is needed compared to other methods. And unlike, say, gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, it’s also capable of characterizing all proteins present in a sample (regardless of the complexity of the mixture), rather than being narrowly targeted to predefined proteins. Fragment of a painted wooden mummy coffin. Museum of Mediterranean and Near Eastern Antiquities, Stockholm…

When news of Reform UK’s two record-breaking £36m donations emerged this weekend, it felt as if Nigel Farage’s inner circle was attempting a fightback.The last few months have proved difficult for the party, with a dip in the polls, a spike in infighting and a series of questions about money that simply won’t go away.In contrast, the mood within the ranks of Labour and the Conservatives has been fairly chipper.Most Labour MPs feel Andy Burnham has got off to an impressive start as prime minister, while many Conservatives are feeling confident about Kemi Badenoch’s recent reshuffle of her top team.But…

Last Wednesday, popular political commentator, Ibrahim Khalil (aka Dan Shagamu) was brutally murdered in Kumbotso, Kano. He had his throat slit. Known for his scathing Hausa posts on Facebook and TikTok, Khalil was a fierce critic of the APC-led government, President Bola Tinubu and the military. Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf also frequently drew his ire, as he hit him hard with his spatula. The influencer constantly called out economic hardship, northern insecurity, and alleged army atrocities against Fulanis. Condemning his murder, Amnesty International Nigeria highlighted the growing threats facing government critics. This tragedy mirrors the July 10, 1981 murder…

Nigeria’s sprint sensation, Kanyinsola Ajayi, has described his 2026 campaign as a season of growth, major victories, and valuable lessons after ending his breakthrough year with a narrow fourth-place finish at the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest. Ajayi clocked 9.93 seconds in the men’s 100-metre final, the same official time as American Ronnie Baker, who was awarded bronze after the photo finish. Kenny Bednarek won gold in 9.85, while Oblique Seville took silver in 9.90. Despite missing the podium by just 0.004 seconds, Ajayi, speaking to Making of Champions in Budapest, was satisfied with how he fought through…

More details are coming into light about the 78th Emmy Awards ahead of the September 14 ceremony which will be broadcast live from the Peacock Theater on NBC and Peacock. Jesse Collins confirmed on Thursday that the show will honor Dolly Parton, who died recently at the age of 80. Deadline hears that the tribute will feature Parton’s longtime friend and fellow country music icon Reba McEntire who is also a NBC star, headlining the network’s hit multi-camera comedy Happy’s Place. “Your love, your music and you gave so much with your huge huge heart,” McEntire wrote on IG following…