Morning recap: Tinubu declares Nigeria entering age of prosperity, Dangote blames marketers, IOCs for Kenya refinery protests, other top stories

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu announced that the country has transitioned into an "age of prosperity," emphasizing job creation, production, and enhanced living standards as the administration's economic reforms progress. Meanwhile, Dangote, the head of the Dangote Group, has accused local marketers and international oil companies of inciting protests against the proposed $16 billion oil refinery in Lamu, Kenya.

In a separate incident, a Lagos policewoman, Mercy Bassey, died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver while conducting her route-lining duties before Tinubu's arrival in Lagos. Additionally, the entertainment world mourns the loss of Nollywood actor Chijioke "Cjay" Nwokafor, whose death was confirmed by actress Nkechi Blessing.