ALOUD MEDIA Consult

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18/05/2026

The city of Lagos, was named in the 15th-century by Portuguese explorers who were struck by the expansive lagoons and waterways of the area. They named it "Lagos," their word for "Lakes"—after their own coastal town in Portugal.

18/05/2026

Gold is Ghana’s top export commodity, often earning more foreign exchange than cocoa and oil combined in some years, making it a key driver of the national economy.

18/05/2026

Former Nollywood actor turned politician Desmond Elliot has announced his bid for a fourth term in the Lagos State House of Assembly, saying his goal is to become a principal officer in the chamber. He urged supporters to resist political intimidation ahead of the APC primaries, amid internal party tensions in Surulere. The lawmaker also addressed past political disagreements, insisting he remains committed to unity within his party.

18/05/2026

Ghanaian influencer Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, has been released from custody after meeting strict GH¢30 million bail conditions set by the Accra High Court in an ongoing extradition case linked to alleged U.S. romance fraud investigations. He was arrested in December 2025 during a joint operation involving Ghanaian authorities and the FBI, with U.S. prosecutors accusing him of being part of a cybercrime network that allegedly defrauded victims of over $8 million through fake online relationships and money transfers. Although he has regained temporary freedom after fulfilling bail requirements, he still faces extradition proceedings and serious charges including wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy, while also pursuing a human rights case challenging his arrest and detention.

18/05/2026

A joint operation involving U.S. and Nigerian forces reportedly killed a senior Islamic State commander in Nigeria’s Lake Chad Basin region. Former U.S. President Donald Trump described the mission as a major counter-terrorism success.