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FCMB Appoints Bismarck Rewane as Board Chairman in Strategic Leadership

Bismarck Rewane appointed Chairman of FCMB Board, strengthening Nigeria’s banking leadership and governance structure.

First City Monument Bank Limited (First City Monument Bank) has appointed renowned economist Bismarck Rewane as a Non-Executive Director and Chairman of its Board of Directors, following regulatory approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria (Central Bank of Nigeria). The…

Published by ttybrandafrica
June 13, 2026

Global News

Jeff Bezos’ Prometheus Just Raised $12B to Rebuild Engineering With AI

Jeff Bezos-backed Prometheus AI startup raises $12 billion funding round to develop artificial general engineer technology.

Prometheus, the physical AI startup co-founded by Jeff Bezosand Vik Bajaj, has secured a massive $12 billion funding round at a $41 billion valuation, signaling one of the most aggressive bets yet on artificial intelligence for the physical world. The funding…

Published by ttybrandafrica
June 13, 2026

Industry News

The $1.1 Trillion Wealth Comparison Shaking Global Economics

Africa’s top economies compared with Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar tech empire

Africa’s three largest economies—Nigeria, Egypt, and South Africa—collectively generate economic output that now sits in rare comparison with the estimated $1.1 trillion fortune linked to Elon Musk. The contrast highlights how modern tech wealth has scaled at a pace that…

Published by ttybrandafrica
June 13, 2026

Creatives

Top African Stars Who Performed at FIFA World Cup 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026: Burna Boy, Rema, Tyla and Davido Put Africa at the Center of Football’s Biggest Stage

The FIFA World Cup 2026 has become more than a football tournament. It has evolved into a global celebration of culture, entertainment and music, with African artists playing a defining role in some of the competition’s biggest moments. From Mexico…

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June 13, 2026

Creatives

Future, Tyla and Light Up FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony

Future and Tyla Electrify FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony With “Game Time” Performance Before Global Audience

Future and Tyla delivered one of the most talked-about moments of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony, transforming SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles into a global celebration of football, music and culture. The pair performed their hit collaboration “Game…

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June 13, 2026

Global News

Elon Musk Becomes First Trillionaire After SpaceX Nasdaq Explosion

A cinematic representation of Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar milestone following SpaceX’s Nasdaq listing, symbolizing the rise of private space innovation and global tech wealth concentration.

Elon Musk has officially crossed a historic financial threshold as he becomes the world’s first trillionaire after the explosive Nasdaq debut of SpaceX sent valuations soaring across global markets. The company opened at $150 per share and surged sharply, pushing…

Published by ttybrandafrica
June 12, 2026

Global News

Volkswagen to Cut 19,000 Jobs by End of Year as German Cost-Cutting Drive Accelerates

Volkswagen confirms major restructuring plan with 19,000 job cuts by year-end as CEO Oliver Blume pushes aggressive cost reductions across German operations.

Volkswagen is accelerating one of its most aggressive restructuring phases in years, with plans to cut 19,000 jobs by the end of the year as part of a broader cost-reduction strategy in Germany. Chief executive Oliver Blume is expected to present…

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June 12, 2026

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Dangote Refinery Eyes $39.1bn Valuation with $1bn Private Placement Move

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has opened a private placement that values the project at $39.1bn, setting the stage for a new expansion wave in Nigeria’s energy sector.

Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals FZE has placed a bold $1 billion private offering on the table as it anchors its ambitions to a $39.1 billion valuation. The move signals renewed confidence in one of Africa’s most ambitious industrial projects…

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June 12, 2026

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World Bank Downgrades Nigeria’s Growth Outlook Despite Oil Price Rally

Nigeria’s economy is projected to grow by 4.1% in 2026 as structural challenges continue to limit the benefits of higher crude oil prices, according to the latest World Bank report.

Nigeria’s economic growth outlook has suffered a fresh setback after the World Bank revised its 2026 forecast downward, signaling that persistent structural challenges continue to outweigh the benefits of rising global oil prices. In its latest World Economic Prospects report,…