Author: WAJ Reporter

Telecom Towers in Lagos and Ogun States are running dangerously low on diesel, putting millions of Nigerians at risk of widespread network disruptions. The crisis stems from a standoff between fuel truckers and the Lagos government, which has led to a halt in diesel deliveries—cutting off the primary power source for telecom sites in Nigeria’s largest commercial hub. An ongoing dispute between the Lagos government and the NUPENG (National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers) has worsened the situation. In protest against alleged harassment by state officials, fuel truckers have suspended operations, causing severe supply shortages. Without diesel, telecom…

Guinean forward Serhou Guirassy continues to dominate the Bundesliga. Last season, the prolific striker contributed to 28 goals, but he had a slow start to this campaign. However, in Dortmund’s latest league match against Union Berlin, he netted four goals, signaling a return to top form. In just 43 minutes, he scored twice with his head and twice with his left foot, making it a historic day in his career. Borussia Dortmund has produced elite strikers in recent years, including Erling Haaland, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, and Robert Lewandowski. Serhou Guirassy appears to be the latest star to emerge from this formidable…

The first T20 (Cricket) match between Zimbabwe and Ireland was canceled due to rain. In the second T20 match, Ireland set a target of 137 runs. Craig Young put pressure on Zimbabwe with his effective bowling, taking four wickets. However, Zimbabwe responded strongly. Munyonga scored an unbeaten 43 runs and led his team to victory. Ireland lost their captain Paul Stirling on the last ball of the first over. Harry Tector was dismissed for 28 runs in the seventh over, and Lorcan Tucker helped take Ireland close to a hundred. However, Tucker was caught by Brian Bennett for 46 runs…

The Big Deal has reported that Startups in Africa raised $289 million in January 2025. This figure is nearly 3.5 times higher than January 2024’s total. Additionally, it marks the second-highest investment in a January since 2019. Last year, investments in the continent were quite weak in the first half. However, the productivity in the second half of the year had provided an outlook for increased investments in 2025. These predictions aligned with reality in the first month of this year. A total of $289 million was raised through deals exceeding $100,000, while in January 2024, the figure was only…

Qme, an Egypt-based B2B SaaS startup, has raised $3 million in funding to optimize queue management with artificial intelligence (AI) and reduce waiting times. AHOY is a regional technology leader offering advanced solutions in logistics, aviation, and traffic management. Through this partnership, Qme will gain access to cutting-edge technologies and extensive market expertise. The funding was supported by AHOY and a group of angel investors. Qme is a project aimed at providing a solution to inefficient queuing and outdated appointment systems in the MENA region using AI. Citizens in the region spend an average of six months of their lives…

South African Football Legend Benni McCarthy Appointed as Kenya National Team Head Coach The Kenya Football Federation (FKF) has been working tirelessly to secure this agreement, and the official announcement is expected to be made on Friday. After leaving his role as a first-team coach at Manchester United, Benni McCarthy received multiple offers from both clubs and national teams. Despite strong interest from South Africa’s Premier Soccer League (PSL) and Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States, McCarthy has chosen to take charge of the Kenyan national team. A Team in Crisis – A Race Against Time The Harambee…

The young Nigerian striker, Gift Orban, scored another goal for his team, TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, securing a 1-1 draw in the match. Having transferred from Lyon to the German club, Orban was mostly used as an impact substitute. However, given a rare starting opportunity today, the young forward made the most of his chance. TSG Hoffenheim is a team fighting to avoid relegation in the Bundesliga. When Stuttgart’s forward, Nick Woltemade, scored the opening goal in the 9th minute, it created a major problem for them. Hoffenheim struggled for a long time to find an equalizer. In the 74th minute,…

Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini had harshly criticized Ademola Lookman for missing a penalty. Returning from injury, Lookman was brought on in the Champions League qualifiers to help his team, who were trailing 3-0, make a comeback. Lookman found the net twice, but one of his goals was ruled out by VAR. Despite his strong performance in limited time, he failed to convert a penalty kick, leading Gasperini to label him as one of the worst penalty takers. However, today, in his first starting XI appearance after a long time, Lookman scored twice and assisted Mateo Retegui with a well-placed…

The third quarter of the Premier League has concluded, and Liverpool has taken a crucial step towards the championship with an important victory. The architect of this triumph was none other than Mohamed Salah, who scored a goal and provided an assist. Liverpool’s closest rival, Arsenal, suffered a 1-0 defeat against West Ham United. This result gave Liverpool a golden opportunity to pull away in the title race. However, they still had a major obstacle in front of them—Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, a team that had underperformed this season but was eager to make amends for their struggles. Liverpool, playing…

Nigeria’s Internet Consumption Surpasses 1 Million Terabytes in January 2025 Nigeria’s internet consumption exceeded the 1 million terabyte mark in January 2025, reaching the highest level ever recorded in the country. The Nigerian government had decided to track data usage starting in January 2023 to monitor both the increasing dependency on the internet and the growing demand for digital services. However, despite this significant milestone, Nigeria’s total data consumption for January 2025 was recorded at 27,475 terabytes. This figure is notably lower than the 94,502 terabytes consumed in December 2024, highlighting a sharp decline in data usage. The drop in…

Four Nigerian clubs will participate in the 2025 Viareggio Cup in Italy. This U18 tournament, held since 1948, provides an excellent platform for young footballers to showcase their talent. For the first time last year, two African teams faced each other in the final. Ikenne-based Beyond Limits Football Academy defeated Centre National Football Brazzaville from Congo to claim the title. Additionally, all four semi-finalists were African teams, including Nigerian clubs Ojodu City FC and Mavlon FC, who were eliminated before reaching the final. This year, the tournament will take place from March 17 to March 31, 2025. Nigerian clubs Ojodu…

Affinity Africa has raised $8 million in funding to expand its digital banking model with the aim of increasing financial inclusion across the continent. The platform focuses on individuals and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and launched in Ghana in October 2024. Affinity Africa has acquired over 50,000 customers to date. Of these customers, 65% had no prior access to formal banking products, and more than 60% are women working in the informal sector. Affinity operates a branchless model, providing services more efficiently and accessibly through mobile and web applications, an agent network, and a proprietary technology platform. This allows…

If the Public Transport Law of 2023 is passed in Kenya, Boda Boda riders will stage a nationwide strike. The law includes regulations to limit reckless driving, enforce stricter industry guidelines, and improve road safety. However, riders believe that some provisions are difficult to implement and fear losing their livelihoods. The law was discussed in the Senate this past January, and if it receives the President’s approval, it will come into effect. If this happens, the lives of the 2 million Boda Boda motorcycle users could be significantly impacted. This industry supports 1.4 million households and generates approximately $7.7 million…

The $200,000 fine imposed on Cameroon Football Federation (Fecafoot) president Samuel Eto’o for an ethics violation has been overturned on appeal. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) had launched an investigation into the actions of the legendary Samuel Eto’o. In July last year, a disciplinary panel under Africa’s football governing body ruled that his contract with betting company 1XBET had seriously violated ethics and sportsmanship principles. However, Eto’o’s lawyers argued that only CAF’s independent ethics committee had jurisdiction over such cases and appealed the decision. 1XBET sponsors the top two divisions of men’s professional football in Cameroon as well as…

Enyimba, which did not have the best start to the Nigerian League, has reinforced its squad with several new signings. The Nigerian side aims to compete for the top spot in the remainder of the season. The club has secured the services of center-back Afolayan Peters and midfielder Quadiri Olusunkanmi from Heartland FC, as well as attacking midfielder Opeoluwa Olufemi and defensive midfielder Gozie Umeh from Sunshine Stars. Additionally, striker Junior Lokosa has also joined the team. Left-back Solomon Onome has been added to the squad as well. Enyimba did not stop there. The club also signed Nelson Micheal, who…

During Atalanta’s match against Club Brugge, Ademola Lookman, who had just recovered from an injury, scored his team’s only goal but missed a penalty. Despite his contribution, he was criticized by his manager for the missed opportunity. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini described the 27-year-old Nigerian star as “one of the worst penalty takers.” Lookman responded by stating that the criticism was harsh, deeply disrespectful, and hurtful: “Being singled out in the manner I have been not only hurts but feels deeply disrespectful, not least because of the immense hard work and commitment I have always put in each and…