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Evening Recap: WhatsApp Charges, Tinubu's Age Debate, and Other Top Stories

From The Punch · () English

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  • WhatsApp plans to introduce per-message charges for businesses, marking a shift in its service model.
  • Political discourse intensified as Reno Omokri questioned Atiku Abubakar's claims regarding President Bola Tinubu's age.
  • Notable figures, including National Population Commission Chairman Aminu Yusuf Wushishi and Uganda's King Oyo, passed away.

A significant shift in digital communication is on the horizon as WhatsApp prepares to implement per-message charges for businesses. This move signals a new revenue strategy for the popular messaging platform, potentially impacting how companies interact with customers.

Political discussions in Nigeria saw a notable exchange, with Reno Omokri publicly challenging former Vice President Atiku Abubakar's assertions about President Bola Tinubu's age. This debate adds another layer to the ongoing political discourse surrounding the nation's leadership.

The news cycle also marked the passing of prominent individuals. Aminu Yusuf Wushishi, the Chairman of the National Population Commission, died, leaving a void in the country's demographic planning efforts. Additionally, the world mourned the loss of Uganda's King Oyo, who passed away at the age of 34, concluding his reign as the world's youngest monarch.

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