In 1959, Fela formed his first group, Fela Ransome-Kuti and His Highlife Rakers, which recorded only four tracks for Melodisc. In 1960, he disbanded the Highlife Rakers and formed Koola Lobitos, with a mix of West African and Caribbean musicians. By 1963, Fela launched the first edition of Fela Ransome-Kuti Quintet, and in 1964 he joined the Nigerian Broadcasting Corporation as a junior producer. That same year, he reformed the Quintet to focus on jazz. In 1968, Koola Lobitos toured Ghana and released an album compiling their earlier singles. In early 1969, they recorded a live album at the Afro-Spot...
Al Fateh Show Interest in CAF Champions League Top Scorer Fiston Mayele
Democratic Republic of Congo international Fiston Mayele is attracting strong interest from Saudi Pro League side Al Fateh. The Saudi club, who finished 10th in the league last season with 39 goals, are looking to bolster their attacking options ahead of the new campaign. Mayele, who was the golden boot winner in the CAF Champions League last season, played a pivotal role in Pyramids FC’s historic title win—scoring in both the semi-final and the final of the competition, Africa’s most prestigious club tournament. According to reports, Pyramids FC are demanding a $3 million transfer fee for the 30-year-old striker. However,...
Real Madrid Set to Extend Brahim Diaz’s Contract Until 2031
Real Madrid are working on extending the contract of Brahim Diaz, according to reports from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The Moroccan international has reportedly reached an agreement with the club to extend his deal until June 2031. Diaz will be hoping to play a more prominent role under incoming manager Xabi Alonso at the Santiago Bernabéu. The attacking midfielder featured regularly last season, contributing four goals and two assists in 31 La Liga appearances.
More Than 20 Palestinians Killed By Israeli Fire Near Gaza Aid Sites, Hamas-Run Ministry Says
At least 22 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli gunfire near aid distribution sites operated by the US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, the Hamas-run Gaza health ministry said. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) told the BBC that it was examining the reports. Hundreds of Palestinians have been killed trying to get food from the GHF sites, opened by Israel after it partially lifted a three-month blockade which the UN said had pushed the Gazan population to the brink of starvation. UN human rights chief Volker Turk said: “Israel’s means and methods of warfare are inflicting horrifying, unconscionable suffering on Palestinians in...
Whatsapp To Start Showing More Adverts In Messaging App
WhatsApp is launching three new ad features in a global roll-out across the messaging app. The Meta-owned platform says the new ads will not be shown in the same place as people’s private chats, nor will the contents of their messages – which are encrypted – be used to decide which ads to display. WhatsApp will instead use the country, city and language of the user, as well as how they interact with other ads and which channels they follow, to drive suggested content. But people who have chosen to link their WhatsApp account to Facebook or Instagram will see...
Uganda Leader Signs New Law Allowing Military Trials For Civilians
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has signed into law an amendment that will allow, once again, civilians to be tried in a military court under certain circumstances. A previous law permitting such trials was ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court in January. Before that ruling, civilians could be taken to a military tribunal if they had been found with military equipment like guns or army uniforms. Activists had complained that the law was used to persecute government critics. Parliamentarians passed the amendment last month amid a heavy police presence and a boycott by opposition lawmakers, who argued that it violated the ruling by...
Fiorentina Signs Edin Džeko on Free Transfer
Fiorentina have completed the signing of veteran striker Edin Džeko on a free transfer following the expiry of his contract with Fenerbahçe. The 39-year-old Bosnian forward has signed a one-year deal with the Serie A side, with an option to extend until June 2027. He will earn around €1.5 million net per season. New Fiorentina manager Stefano Pioli played a key role in convincing Džeko to join the club, assuring him of a vital role in his project. Džeko, who has won ten team trophies in his career, will be hoping to help Pioli secure silverware in his debut season...
