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Fintech

Paystack revives Consumer App, Zap, eight months after $190,000 fine

Under the new framework, Zap has been repositioned as a direct payment option within Paystack’s checkout ecosystem.

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Diageo exits East African Breweries in $2.3 billion sale to Japan’s Asahi

The British drinks giant exits its East African brewing arm, freeing capital while keeping Guinness and spirits rights under license.

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Meta shuts down Messenger desktop app after 5‑year run

Meta has retired the Messenger Desktop app which runs on Windows and Mac. Here’s what changes.

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Jaiz Bank taps ex-CBN director to lead compliance as recapitalisation deadline looms

The move underscores a broader scramble for seasoned compliance and risk professionals in Nigeria’s financial services industry.

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Legend Internet’s ₦10bn paper draws 119.7% subscription as Investors back broadband push

By closing its ₦10bn commercial paper at 119.7% subscription, Legend Internet has joined the few Nigerian tech firms successfully attracting institutional funding for hard infrastructure.

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Transcorp Hotels Plc appoints Dr Awele Elumelu Board Chairman

"Her strategic insight will be invaluable, as we continue to elevate guest experiences and deliver sustainable value to all stakeholders, ”Group Chair of Transcorp Group, Tony O. Elumelu said.

Mobility

Yango Ventures backs Gigmile to expand delivery financing across Africa

Yango Ventures’ new backing for Gigmile shows global tech capital flowing into Africa’s delivery and gig-worker fintech space.

Entertainment

Ex-Sony Exec wants to fill the gap for premium African Christian content with FaithStream

After eight years leading the Distribution & Networks business for Sony Pictures in Africa, Kunle Falodun will launch a faith-based streaming platform

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YouTube claims it became Nigeria’s main entertainment destination in 2025

YouTube’s 2025 report card: ₦1M+ earning channels rose 35%, families now watch YouTube on TV screens 40 % more, and creators earn globally while producing locally.

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No more TikTok night-time livestreaming for Nigerians — for now

TikTok has temporarily blocked late-night livestreaming in Nigeria as it investigates safety concerns. Here’s what the ban means for creators.

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Frigoglass offloads Beta Glass to Helios for €100 million before 2026 debts

Three months after signalling a sale to manage debt, Frigoglass finalises a €100 million deal with Helios. This move might shift the region’s packaging landscape toward local, sustainable packaging.

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Paramount vs. Netflix: Who will take home Warner Bros?

Paramount challenges Netflix with a $108.4B hostile bid for Warner Bros, turning a near-done deal into Hollywood’s biggest corporate showdown of 2025.

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