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Akon’s wife files for divorce, requests custody and spousal support
After almost three decades together, Senegalese-American singer, songwriter, and producer Akon and his wife Tomeka Thiam are calling it quits. Court documents reveal that Tomeka filed for divorce just four days before what would have been their...

Daily Schmankerl: Ex-Spurs scout thinks Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane will go back to Tottenham; Real Madrid eyeing Angelo Stiller; Who is Bayern’s most important employee?; Inter Milan to chase Dušan Vlahović; and MORE!
Which player inspired you the most, your absolute idol? Jackson: “When I was young my idol was Cristiano Ronaldo.” Sadio Mané, perhaps the greatest Senegalese footballer in history, also played for Bayern in the 2022-23 season, after six years at...

Akon's wife allegedly files for divorce days before their 29th wedding anniversary
Grammy Award-winning Akon's wife, Tomeka Thiam, allegedly filed for a divorce It was reported that the singer's wife filed for divorce just days before their 29th wedding anniversary Many netizens flooded the comment section with their reactions...

Senegal: Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko cancels first official visit to France
Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has cancelled his planned attendance at an investor forum organised by the BPI France bank in Paris on 23 September. Sonko was expected to be a guest of honour at the event, as part of his first official...

Aero Contractors Showcases Upgraded MRO Capabilities at Aviation Africa Summit in Kigali
1 Isaac Agber Nigeria’s oldest aviation company, Aero Contractors, has reaffirmed its leadership role in African aviation by showcasing its expanding Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities at the recently concluded Aviation Africa...

Aero Contractors Showcases Upgraded MRO Capabilities at Aviation Africa Summit
Aero Contractors, Nigeria’s oldest aviation company, made a strong statement at the just-concluded Aviation Africa Summit and Exhibition in Kigali, Rwanda, by showcasing its upgraded and expanding Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO)...

Akon’s 29-year marriage heading for crash
BY ODIGIE OKPATAKU Akon, is set to lose his 29-year-old marriage after his wife, Tomeka Thiam, filed for divorce earlier this week. According to reports, Tomeka cited irreconcilable differences as grounds for divorce in court documents filed in...

In Houston, ‘Fusion’ Isn’t a Fad—It’s the Future
Diners can enjoy mussels from Jūn. When Evelyn Garcia and Henry Lu opened Jun, they never considered dubbing their restaurant “fusion.” To them, dishes like fried chicken made with funky shrimp paste and brisket paired with peanut curry just made...
4 minors arrested with cannabis
- Advertisement - By Olimatou Coker Operatives of the Drug Law Enforcement Agency (DLEAG) have recently arrested a total of 4 alleged child offenders in different places across the country. Updating The Standard on the latest development, Ousman...

Inside Akon’s real estate and property portfolio
Akon, born Alioune Badara Thiam, is not just a global music icon but also a businessman and philanthropist with a keen eye for real estate. Over the years, the Senegalese-American star has built an impressive property portfolio in the United...

Akon Touches Down for PNG’s Golden Jubilee Celebration
Papua New Guinea rolled out the red carpet on Monday for international superstar Akon, who arrived at Jacksons International Airport to headline the country’s 50th Independence Anniversary festivities. The Senegalese-American hitmaker will perform...

Orlando Pirates enter race to sign top defender
Orlando Pirates have reportedly entered the race to sign a top-quality African defender! The Buccaneers have significantly bolstered their squad up this transfer window, welcoming a number of new players. The chequebook however appears to remain...

Bayern Munich star Harry Kane reveals the importance of finishing in top 8 in the Champions League
Bayern Munich were not at their best last season in the Champions League as the Bavarians finished in the 12th spot in the points table following the end of the group stage. The Germans could only win five out of the eight Champions League...

Bayern Munich star Nicolas Jackson breaks silence on Uli Hoeness' 40-game claim
Nicolas Jackson is itching to make a mark for Bayern Munich after a dramatic loan deal on deadline day where he was almost called back by his parent club, Chelsea following Liam Delap's injury. The Senegalese forward has been in great form as he...

Visa hassles and pricey flights: is the dream of seamless intra-African travel dead?
For the Kenyan DJ Coco Em, planning how to get around Africa for gigs can take as much time as crafting her setlists. Last November she was due to perform in Cape Verde, the archipelago state off the coast of west Africa, travelling from Nairobi...

Khaby Lame's art of silence dazzles
Khaby Lame makes a "thumb-up" gesture during his visit in Chongqing on Sunday, where he watched Sichuan Opera performances and made hotpot broth. [Photo by Zhou Yi/China News Service] In a world often divided by language and cultural barriers,...
Kuwait club secure tough win over Hala
BASKETBALL – BAHRAIN’S Al Hala went down fighting last night 71-78 against Al Fatat SC from Kuwait in the 26th Arab Women’s Clubs Championship, currently being played in Medina, Saudi Arabia. The kingdom’s representatives had a sensational third...

Nicolas Jackson opens up on Chelsea exit
Senegalese striker Nicolas Jackson has spoken publicly for the first time following his season-long loan move from Chelsea to Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich. Jackson, who had fallen down the pecking order under Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca,...

P2- P2RS Project plants assorted seedlings in Tankong Kunda Forest
Some of the assorted seedlings planted include Karpos Ilnasious, Kayers Senegalese, Gmaliners, Kodil Africaner and Kericapor. In an exclusive interview with The Point, Sulayman M.S. Gagne, head of Information and Data Management Unit and a focal...

PSG Maintain Perfect Start To Ligue 1, Ethan Mbappe Strikes Late For Lille
A Bradley Barcola brace earned Paris Saint-Germain a 2-0 win over Lens in Ligue 1 on Sunday, while Kylian Mbappe’s brother Ethan scored deep into second-half added time to give Lille a last-gasp victory. The result sent PSG back to the top of the...