Feyisayo Ajayi

Feyisayo Ajayi is a finance reporter at Billionaires Africa, covering company valuations, latest market trends, and developments in the African continent with a special focus on finance, energy & renewables, and technology.

Court Finds Former Power Minister Saleh Mamman Guilty in N33.8bn Fraud Case

KEY POINTS Former Power Minister Saleh Mamman was convicted on 12 counts of fraud and money laundering involving ₦33.8 billion. The court found that funds meant for major hydroelectric power projects were diverted through Bureau de Change operators. Mamman was absent during judgment, leading...

Tinubu Reassigns Fani-Kayode to South Africa After Germany Posting Controversy

KEY POINTS Femi Fani-Kayode has been reassigned from Germany to South Africa as Nigeria’s High Commissioner. He denied claims that Germany rejected his appointment, saying he personally requested the redeployment. Fani-Kayode threatened legal action against media outlets that reported the alleged rejection story. Former Aviation...

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Court Finds Former Power Minister Saleh Mamman Guilty in N33.8bn Fraud Case

KEY POINTS Former Power Minister Saleh Mamman was convicted on 12 counts of fraud...

Tinubu Reassigns Fani-Kayode to South Africa After Germany Posting Controversy

KEY POINTS Femi Fani-Kayode has been reassigned from Germany to South Africa as Nigeria’s...

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  KEY POINTS Sokoto State confirmed 33 child deaths and 256 suspected meningitis cases across...

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KEY POINTS Goodluck Jonathan said he will consult widely before deciding on a 2027...