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Femi Ajanaku

May 19, 2026

Wizkid, Asake, Tems, Burna Boy bag 2026 BET Awards nominations

Tems led the Afrobeats nominees with three nods, while Wizkid, Asake, and Burna Boy each received one nomination in the major categories.

Wizkid, Asake, Tems and Burna Boy
May 19, 2026

FBI arrests Samuel Ugberaese after extradition to U.S., faces 40 years in jail

Mr Ugberaese allegedly conspired with a co-defendant Oluwadamilare Kolaogunbule, a naturalised American citizen, to conduct financial transactions through his bank account network.

Samuel Ugberease aka 'Putsammy,' 'Putput,' 'Sammy.'
May 17, 2026

Bruno Fernandes equals EPL assist record as United beat Forest 3-2

United will face Brighton on the final day of the season.

Man U celebrating
May 16, 2026

Watkins nets brace as Villa secure Champions League ticket

The home side regained the lead after an error from Szoboszlai, who slipped as he attempted to control a throw-in.

Aston Villa.
May 15, 2026

American political consultant Dana Williamson convicted for stealing campaign fund, faces 30 years’ imprisonment

Ms Williamson conspired with others to steal about $225,000 in funds from a dormant political campaign and funnel it to Mr McCluskie for his personal use.

Dana Williamson
May 15, 2026

U.S. indicts Ghanaian brothers, female partner Amanda Opoku-Boachie for romance fraud scams

Abdoul Issaka Assimiou, 37, of Cleveland, Ohio, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy and is awaiting sentencing.

Jamal Abubakari, aka Jamal Abubakar, aka Arrangement, and Kamal Abubakari, aka Kamal Abubakar, aka Lancaster
May 15, 2026

Mother Lakita Carroll, son Marshun Lewis jailed 49 years for armed robberies, bank fraud

“This mother’s greed led to her son’s extreme violence, and their brazen selfishness has landed them both in federal prison,” Mr Dunavant said.

Lakita Carroll, Marshun Lewis
May 15, 2026

Govt official caught stealing U.S. school food, kitchen equipment convicted

Mr Van Cott also ordered over $3,000 in premium burger patties with school funds, which he intended to and did sell in menu items at the Snack Shack, according to court documents.

Patrick Van Cott
May 15, 2026

Takeda Pharmaceuticals to pay $14 million over bribes to healthcare providers, false claims allegations

“When companies use kickbacks to influence prescribing, they erode trust in healthcare providers,” said special agent Helsing.

Takeda Pharmaceuticals, U.S.A. Inc.
May 14, 2026

Tinubu hails outcome of 10th France-Nigeria business council meeting

Mr Tinubu welcomed the signing between Accor and Shoreline Group for Nigeria’s first national hotel platform.

Africa Forward Summit