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Burna Boy acquires custom Venuum Widebody Bugatti Chiron reportedly valued at over ₦9 billion
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Nigerian singer Damini Ogulu, known as Burna Boy, has received a custom Venuum Widebody Bugatti Chiron, reportedly valued at over ₦9 billion. The luxury car modification firm Venuum announced the delivery on Instagram, stating it was a "one-of-a-kind Bugatti Chiron VXX Special Edition" made for him. This acquisition reportedly marks his birthday celebrations. Burna Boy had previously hinted on social media about wanting a unique Bugatti Chiron with diamonds. The vehicle, customized by Dubai-based Venuum, is described as the world’s first widebody Bugatti Chiron and one of West Africa's most expensive privately owned cars. Venuum had announced in May 2026 their plan to create this unique widebody for a special member of their family. Burna Boy, who recently performed at AfroNation Portugal on July 3, 2026, after celebrating his 35th birthday on July 2, has added this Bugatti to his collection of high-end vehicles, which includes a Lamborghini Revuelto and a Rolls-Royce Spectre. Social media users reacted with excitement to the news, with many expressing awe at the purchase.
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Mobility and urban services platform inDrive has named media personality and content creator KieKie as its new "Chief Wahala Officer." This appointment is part of a campaign to highlight daily transportation issues in Lagos, such as traffic congestion and unreliable transport. The company stated that the campaign received over 450 applications. As "Chief Wahala Officer," KieKie will lead the #inDriveCWO campaign, encouraging residents to share their commuting experiences to foster public discussion on urban mobility. Timothy Oladimeji, Country Manager of inDrive Nigeria, commented that KieKie was chosen for her authenticity, humor, and relatability, making her ideal for connecting with people's everyday experiences. KieKie expressed enthusiasm for the role, seeing it as a creative way to bring attention to the difficulties faced by Lagos commuters and promote broader participation in discussions about improving mobility.
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