MATILDA OWOEYE For most people, birthdays are marked with cake, parties and gifts from loved ones. For Burna Boy, turning 35 on July 2, 2026 deserved something history had never seen before. His choice? The world’s first Bugatti Chiron VXX, a one-of-one hypercar valued at about ₦9 billion. The acquisition instantly dominated social media. Admirers…
…New 2026 protocols raise the global benchmark for vehicle safety FEMI OWOEYE BMW and ZEEKR have emerged as the first major winners under Euro NCAP’s toughest-ever vehicle safety assessment, with the all-new BMW iX3 and ZEEKR 7GT earning the coveted five-star rating under the organisation’s newly introduced 2026 testing protocols. The new assessment framework marks…
…Security Trust Fund says road safety personnel are frontline intelligence assets The Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) has identified Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) highway patrol officers as critical players in intelligence gathering and public security, saying their constant presence on major roads makes them indispensable in the fight against crime across Lagos. The…
Jacques Taylor is the Managing Director of Tata Africa, a leading commercial vehicle company with operations across Sub-Saharan Africa. In this chat, he discusses why improved trade corridors, transport infrastructure and regional connectivity are critical to unlocking Africa’s next phase of economic growth. Q: Africa has traditionally focused on exporting commodities through ports. Why do…
