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Yahoo
16 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Celestine Achi Launches Free AI Readiness Assessment Tool and Maturity Framework to Accelerate Africa's AI Adoption in PR, Media, and Communications
LAGOS, Nigeria, June 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As the AI revolution sweeps across industries worldwide, one African innovator is ensuring the continent doesn't just keep up — but leads. Dr. Celestine Achi, renowned AI educator, PR technology pioneer, and author of AI-Powered PR: The Essential Guide for Communications Leaders to Master Artificial Intelligence, has unveiled a groundbreaking AI Maturity Assessment Framework and AI Readiness Assessment Tool tailored for African organizations and professionals. This dual innovation is designed to democratize access to strategic AI evaluation for businesses, agencies, nonprofits, and public sector entities — with a special focus on public relations, media, and communications professionals. "AI shouldn't be a privilege for the West. It must be a catalyst for transformation in Africa — starting with those who shape public narratives," said Celestine Achi, Founder of Cihan Digital Academy and architect of the TABS-D AI Implementation Framework. Empowering Africa's Future-Ready Workforce The AI Readiness Assessment Tool, now freely available at enables individuals and teams to instantly evaluate their current AI capabilities across key pillars such as strategy, skills, systems, and culture. Upon completion, users receive a customized AI readiness report with practical steps for growth — no technical background required. The companion AI Maturity Assessment Framework provides a structured pathway for organizations to transition from AI experimentation to enterprise-level integration. Rooted in real-world case studies and tested across PR agencies, newsrooms, and regulatory bodies, the framework allows African leaders to map their journey across five maturity stages: Nascent, Aware, Engaged, Strategic, and Transformational. Built for Communicators. Designed for Africa. What sets this initiative apart is its deep contextual relevance. Drawing from Celestine's extensive work with media agencies, government communicators, and enterprise brands across Nigeria and beyond, the tools are optimized for African realities — where connectivity, capacity gaps, and talent development remain major hurdles. "PR and media professionals are the architects of trust. They deserve the right tools to thrive in this intelligent era," Achi emphasized. "With this framework, they can now measure, learn, and lead AI transformation — regardless of their current digital maturity." A Movement, Not Just a Tool Already embraced by industry leaders and professional bodies, the AI Maturity Framework and Readiness Tool are part of the broader AI-Powered PR Ecosystem, a multi-dimensional platform offering: The AI-Powered PR playbook An immersive PR simulation game built on the TABS-D framework Community engagement tools and certification programs To access the free assessment and start your AI journey, visit: About Celestine Achi Celestine Achi (FIIM, MNIPR, ANIMC, Dr. FAIMFIN) is Africa's foremost authority on AI in PR and digital media transformation. He is the author of AI-Powered PR, developer of the TABS-D Framework, and founder of Cihan Digital Academy - a pioneer in AI education for communicators. Photo - View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Cihan Media Communications Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
a day ago
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- Yahoo
Heartbreak as cash-strapped Nigerians abandon their pets
Preye Maxwell looks distressed as he leaves his beloved dog Hanks at an animal shelter in Lagos, Nigeria's commercial hub. Fighting back tears, he says: "I can't afford to take care of him. I can't afford to feed him the way he should be fed." His two-year old American Eskimo barks as his owner turns his back and walks out of the St Mark's Animal Rescue Foundation in the Lagos suburb of Ajah. Dr Mark Afua, a vet and chairman of the rescue centre, takes Hanks and puts him in a big metal cage - one of many in the single-storey building designed for dogs, cats, snakes and other animals. Hanks wheels around in circles in his cage - and Dr Afua tries to calm the distressed fluffy-haired dog. Mr Maxwell, an online media strategist, was recently made redundant. His job-hunting means he is never at home and so feels unable to look after Hanks. "I'm trying to get whatever I have to do to survive. I don't even have the time now [to look after Hanks] because I'm always out looking for jobs," he told the BBC. The 33-year-old's decision was difficult to make, but it is one that many pet owners are taking in the face of the rising cost of living in Nigeria. Africa's most-populous nation has been hit by high inflation since President Bola Tinubu came to power two years ago and removed a long-standing fuel subsidy. The inflation rate surged from 22% in May 2023 to 35% in December 2024, a 28-year high, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS.) Inflation has since fallen back to 24% but this means that prices are still continuing to rise, just not as quickly as before. The economic crunch has meant that some companies have had to downsize to keep afloat in the face of rising operating costs, pushing young people like Mr Maxwell into an already saturated labour market. Animal rights activists and animal shelters say that they are seeing an unprecedented numbers of abandoned animals as the cost of looking after pets spirals out of control. Prices for pet food and veterinary care have jumped by more 100% as some things, especially medication, are imported - and the local currency has plummeted against the dollar. "About 10 years ago when we started this project, we really didn't have people giving up their dogs because they were unable to feed the dogs," Dr Afua told the BBC. "Right now, we have 10, 12 animals being dropped in a month." Some, like Mr Maxwell, hand their pets over to a shelter for adoption but others simply abandon their animals. Animal cruelty campaigner Jackie Idimogu, who is president of My Dog and I - a dog-lovers' community in Lagos who often helps to rehome pets, says she has noticed the change. "Now they don't even have that patience [to find new owners]. They just tie the dog out to a post on the road or they just unleash it on the road," she told the BBC. The 32-year-old says more that 50% of her income as a furniture maker and interior designer now goes on looking after her four dogs. "I'm spending roughly 250,000 naira ($158; £117) every month on pets," she says, adding that this includes someone to walk the dogs and look after them when she was not around. But Ms Idimogu says she cannot bear to give them up. "As a single lady, I have no kids of my own yet. My dogs are my babies. I don't see any difference between myself as a dog mum and a human mum. I don't think I have it in me to give up any of my babies for any reason whatsoever." Instead, she has chosen to adapt her lifestyle - fewer luxuries for herself like jewellery, expensive hair styles and spa visits and fewer treats for her pets like chicken, yoghurt treats and car rides. "I used to be flashy, but now I had to tone down because of my dogs." The same goes for Amartya Odanokende, who goes by the name "Jason the Cat Guy" on social media, where he likes to impart his love of felines to his fellow Nigerians who often regard cats with suspicion because of their association with witchcraft. He spends approximately $160 a month on food for five big cats and some kittens, plus another $7 on 10kg of cat litter. Since he got his Prussian cats in 2020 he says what he spends has gone up 100%. Such "skyrocketing maintenance cost" is a concern and he worries about getting into debt. Lagos sales executive Iyke Elueze is also struggling to look after her 10 dogs. "There's a particular brand of food I used to use. It was just about 30,000 naira then. That same brand of dog food is 165,000 naira," he told the BBC. He credits his first dog Hennessey with saving his life at a time he was struggling with depression - nonetheless he would like to get rid of some of his animals as he now needs to prioritise his toddlers. But the 36-year-old fears that his dogs could end up being eaten - as they are considered a delicacy in some parts of southern Nigeria. Celebrity chef and Guinness record breaker Hilda Baci once came under fire on social media after she admitted making a dog-meat themed menu. "I am very careful with who adopts my dogs. I don't want my dogs ending up in any other person's pots," said the father-of-two. Mistura Ibrahim, a young tattoo artist in Lagos who has made it her mission to help cats after saving two who were about to be stoned, is depressed about the situation and is finding it hard to find new homes for others she continues to rescue. "I get some calls from people that I've given cats to in the past and they say that they really cannot afford to keep the cats." She no longer feeds her cats tinned meals, opting to give them food from her own plate. Her advice is to take pet welfare seriously: "It's just like having a child. If you can't afford to have a child, then don't bring a child to the world." For Dr Afua, who uses the profit from his veterinary practice to fund his shelter, it is getting harder to house the unwanted animals. "We try to help the animals get homes quickly but I'm careful [about] the homes they go to so they don't come back. And some animals will never find homes because of previous abuse." With St Mark's Animal Rescue Foundation caring for more than 60 dogs at the moment - around twice its capacity - would he ever turn away an animal? "I don't have the heart to. As I speak I have dogs and cats everywhere. My office and home is full - and I still make room for the next." 'I've been sleeping under a bridge in Lagos for 30 years' Are Nigerians abroad widening the class divide back home? 'I scarred my six children by using skin-lightening creams' Blank questions, power cuts and a suicide: Nigeria's exams fiasco The Nigerian professor who makes more money welding Go to for more news from the African continent. Follow us on Twitter @BBCAfrica, on Facebook at BBC Africa or on Instagram at bbcafrica Africa Daily Focus on Africa
BBC News
a day ago
- Business
- BBC News
Nigerians abandon their pets due to cost-of-living crisis
Preye Maxwell looks distressed as he leaves his beloved dog Hanks at an animal shelter in Lagos, Nigeria's commercial back tears, he says: "I can't afford to take care of him. I can't afford to feed him the way he should be fed."His two-year old American Eskimo barks as his owner turns his back and walks out of the St Mark's Animal Rescue Foundation in the Lagos suburb of Mark Afua, a vet and chairman of the rescue centre, takes Hanks and puts him in a big metal cage - one of many in the single-storey building designed for dogs, cats, snakes and other wheels around in circles in his cage - and Dr Afua tries to calm the distressed fluffy-haired Maxwell, an online media strategist, was recently made redundant. His job-hunting means he is never at home and so feels unable to look after Hanks."I'm trying to get whatever I have to do to survive. I don't even have the time now [to look after Hanks] because I'm always out looking for jobs," he told the BBC. The 33-year-old's decision was difficult to make, but it is one that many pet owners are taking in the face of the rising cost of living in most-populous nation has been hit by high inflation since President Bola Tinubu came to power two years ago and removed a long-standing fuel inflation rate surged from 22% in May 2023 to 35% in December 2024, a 28-year high, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS.)Inflation has since fallen back to 24% but this means that prices are still continuing to rise, just not as quickly as economic crunch has meant that some companies have had to downsize to keep afloat in the face of rising operating costs, pushing young people like Mr Maxwell into an already saturated labour rights activists and animal shelters say that they are seeing an unprecedented numbers of abandoned animals as the cost of looking after pets spirals out of for pet food and veterinary care have jumped by more 100% as some things, especially medication, are imported - and the local currency has plummeted against the dollar."About 10 years ago when we started this project, we really didn't have people giving up their dogs because they were unable to feed the dogs," Dr Afua told the BBC."Right now, we have 10, 12 animals being dropped in a month." Some, like Mr Maxwell, hand their pets over to a shelter for adoption but others simply abandon their cruelty campaigner Jackie Idimogu, who is president of My Dog and I - a dog-lovers' community in Lagos who often helps to rehome pets, says she has noticed the change."Now they don't even have that patience [to find new owners]. They just tie the dog out to a post on the road or they just unleash it on the road," she told the 32-year-old says more that 50% of her income as a furniture maker and interior designer now goes on looking after her four dogs."I'm spending roughly 250,000 naira ($158; £117) every month on pets," she says, adding that this includes someone to walk the dogs and look after them when she was not Ms Idimogu says she cannot bear to give them up."As a single lady, I have no kids of my own yet. My dogs are my babies. I don't see any difference between myself as a dog mum and a human mum. I don't think I have it in me to give up any of my babies for any reason whatsoever."Instead, she has chosen to adapt her lifestyle - fewer luxuries for herself like jewellery, expensive hair styles and spa visits and fewer treats for her pets like chicken, yoghurt treats and car rides."I used to be flashy, but now I had to tone down because of my dogs." The same goes for Amartya Odanokende, who goes by the name "Jason the Cat Guy" on social media, where he likes to impart his love of felines to his fellow Nigerians who often regard cats with suspicion because of their association with spends approximately $160 a month on food for five big cats and some kittens, plus another $7 on 10kg of cat litter. Since he got his Prussian cats in 2020 he says what he spends has gone up 100%.Such "skyrocketing maintenance cost" is a concern and he worries about getting into sales executive Iyke Elueze is also struggling to look after her 10 dogs. "There's a particular brand of food I used to use. It was just about 30,000 naira then. That same brand of dog food is 165,000 naira," he told the credits his first dog Hennessey with saving his life at a time he was struggling with depression - nonetheless he would like to get rid of some of his animals as he now needs to prioritise his the 36-year-old fears that his dogs could end up being eaten - as they are considered a delicacy in some parts of southern Nigeria. Celebrity chef and Guinness record breaker Hilda Baci once came under fire on social media after she admitted making a dog-meat themed menu."I am very careful with who adopts my dogs. I don't want my dogs ending up in any other person's pots," said the father-of-two. Mistura Ibrahim, a young tattoo artist in Lagos who has made it her mission to help cats after saving two who were about to be stoned, is depressed about the situation and is finding it hard to find new homes for others she continues to rescue."I get some calls from people that I've given cats to in the past and they say that they really cannot afford to keep the cats."She no longer feeds her cats tinned meals, opting to give them food from her own advice is to take pet welfare seriously: "It's just like having a child. If you can't afford to have a child, then don't bring a child to the world."For Dr Afua, who uses the profit from his veterinary practice to fund his shelter, it is getting harder to house the unwanted animals."We try to help the animals get homes quickly but I'm careful [about] the homes they go to so they don't come back. And some animals will never find homes because of previous abuse."With St Mark's Animal Rescue Foundation caring for more than 60 dogs at the moment - around twice its capacity - would he ever turn away an animal?"I don't have the heart to. As I speak I have dogs and cats everywhere. My office and home is full - and I still make room for the next." More Nigeria stories from the BBC: 'I've been sleeping under a bridge in Lagos for 30 years'Are Nigerians abroad widening the class divide back home?'I scarred my six children by using skin-lightening creams'Blank questions, power cuts and a suicide: Nigeria's exams fiascoThe Nigerian professor who makes more money welding Go to for more news from the African us on Twitter @BBCAfrica, on Facebook at BBC Africa or on Instagram at bbcafrica
Forbes
a day ago
- Business
- Forbes
How Didier Drogba And Gabrielle Lemaire Are Using E1 To Spark Africa's Next Generation
When Lagos was announced as the first African city to host the UIM E1 World Championship presented by PIF, it generated a surge of excitement across the continent, and for good reason. Now, just four months away from race weekend, that excitement is evolving into something tangible and powerful: a bold statement positioning Africa at the forefront of global sustainability, innovation, and economic opportunity. This October, the Lagos Lagoon will roar with the world's first all-electric raceboats, ushering in a new era of electrified marine technology and placing Africa firmly on the map for cutting-edge, green motorsport. Driving this groundbreaking moment are two visionary leaders: Didier Drogba, the Chelsea and African football legend whose impressive accolades include a UEFA Champions League title, four Premier League crowns, and two African Footballer of the Year awards; and Gabrielle Lemaire, a pioneering entrepreneur, CEO of Barons Agence Conseil En Communication, and Vice President of the Didier Drogba Foundation. Their partnership has been instrumental in bringing the race to African shores, fuelling a movement that promises to inspire a generation and reshape the continent's future. In an exclusive interview with Didier Drogba and Gabrielle Lemaire shared insights into their vision for the race, the impact they hope it will have across Africa, and how this event signifies a turning point for sustainability and innovation on the continent. When asked about their venture into electric boat racing and co-ownership of Team Drogba, Drogba shared a perspective rooted in a deep awareness of global climate challenges. He explained that their decision was driven by a desire to contribute meaningfully to sustainability while combining sport and innovation. 'First of all, what inspired us is that we live in a world now aware of climate issues, and there are many ways to contribute,' Drogba said. For him, E1 provides a unique platform to raise awareness through competitive sports. Beyond the race, Drogba values collaborating with other high-profile co-owners, merging sport, technology, and shared responsibility. He emphasised the importance of joining a pioneering project with long-term potential to benefit Africa and the world. As a global citizen, Drogba sees Team Drogba as more than a racing team: 'It was important for me to be part of this project, to spread information about sustainability and raise awareness about Africa's climate issues.' He highlighted tangible challenges like coastal erosion and environmental degradation affecting many African countries. 'We have coastal problems in many countries due to climate change.' By combining excitement with serious environmental messaging, Drogba believes that E1 is an ideal platform to promote sustainability to diverse audiences. This vision embodies Team Drogba's commitment to innovation, environmental responsibility, and global cooperation, with a special focus on Africa's challenges and opportunities in sustainable development. The arrival of the E1 on African waters marks a significant milestone for both the sport and the continent's growing role in global sustainability. For Lemaire, the Vice President of the Drogba Foundation and co-owner of Team Drogba and advocate for gender equality and social development, the Lagos debut holds deep personal and symbolic meaning. 'I'm honoured and happy as a woman to be co-owner of this team,' Lemaire said, noting she is currently the only female co-owner in the series, highlighting the importance of gender representation. 'We have a foundation with three main pillars, education, health, and sustainability, but women are at the centre of our programs. So yes, I'm thrilled.' Lagos, Nigeria's vibrant commercial and cultural hub, was chosen to launch the African leg of E1 after collaboration with partners including the African Export-Import Bank's (Afreximbank) impact investment platform FEDA, Lilium Capital Group, and the Drogba Foundation. This consortium plays a critical role in promoting the race across the continent. 'Lagos is a special place in Africa. Although we are from Ivory Coast, after discussions with partners, we agreed Lagos was the ideal launch site,' Lemaire explained. The city's energy, connectivity, and creativity make it a natural fit for this forward-thinking event, while Nigerians' enthusiasm for sustainable sports initiatives further confirmed the choice. Lemaire also shared plans to expand the E1 to other locations such as Ivory Coast and the Bahamas, reflecting growing momentum for green technology and environmental awareness across regions. 'We have many ideas for future races in Africa.' Team Drogba's leadership blends strong ties to Africa's economic and development sectors. Dr Benedict Oramah, President of Afreximbank; Simon Tiemtoré, Chairman and CEO of Lilium Capital Group and co-owner; and Marlene Ngoyi, CEO of FEDA and co-owner through FEDA, bring expertise and resources to ensure lasting impact beyond the races. Together, this consortium aims not only to deliver thrilling, sustainable sport but also to leverage the platform to drive investment, innovation, and awareness of Africa's climate challenges, positioning Lagos and the continent as hubs for sustainable sport and environmental advocacy. When asked about the impact of E1 on Africa, Drogba speaks with the insight of someone who understands the continent's cultural richness and sport's power to inspire change. For him, the fusion of sports, education, and culture creates a catalyst for progress. 'Lagos is the city of culture,' Drogba notes, highlighting its status as a creative hub with celebrated artists, Grammy winners, and a vibrant event calendar. This cultural energy, combined with strong political support, particularly from Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is vital for the event's success. 'We're pleased to have the governor's support, opening his arms and hosting us. For us to have an impact, this event must succeed. All eyes will be on Lagos.' The global spotlight will also shine on Lagos, amplified by influential sports and entertainment figures co-owning teams in the championship. Drogba says, 'Can you imagine having Tom Brady, Will Smith, or LeBron James in Lagos? When you talk about impact, there's nothing better than that.' Their involvement signals global collaboration and a shared commitment to sustainability and innovation. Drogba's vision is clear: by combining sport's universal appeal with cultural richness and influential ambassadors, E1 can spark investment, inspire communities, and drive dialogue on sustainability across Africa and beyond. 'Having these influential figures there,' Drogba says, 'is the best image and impact E1 can have on Africa and the world.' As Lagos prepares to host this groundbreaking event, the convergence of sport, culture, and environmental advocacy promises a new chapter where innovation meets tradition and global attention focuses on Africa's leadership in sustainable development. Drogba is candid when discussing Africa's historical exclusion from major global sports and cultural events. This absence, he suggests, is not just a missed opportunity for the continent but a factor that perpetuates broader economic and social challenges. Reflecting on the fact that Africa has hosted only one FIFA World Cup in its entire history, he underscores the urgency for change. 'We've always been left aside when it comes to big events, big sports events,' Drogba remarks. 'Do you know how many World Cups there have been in history, but we've only organised it once? You know, how many European Championships? We never organise those, even though they can take some events from France, England, Saudi Arabia, America, and Asia, but it never really happens in Africa. So, for us, it's a must.' This exclusion is about more than just prestige; it touches on the very livelihood of millions. Africa faces ongoing challenges with youth unemployment and migration, issues that global attention and investment in the right places could begin to address. Drogba highlights the transformative potential that a high-profile event like E1 could have on the continent. 'When you bring this attention to the continent, and you create jobs, by organising such great events, you create an economy,' he explains. 'Youth will begin to think, hold on, I have an opportunity here. Why should I leave to reach my dreams?' This vision challenges long-standing patterns and invites the continent to step confidently into a global spotlight where innovation meets opportunity, helping to shape not just the future of mobility, but also the future of African youth and economies. Lemaire shares a deep passion for connecting the Foundation's mission with the sustainability goals championed by E1. While education and health have long been pillars of their work, sustainability is a newer, but increasingly vital, focus for the Foundation. 'For the past few months, we have been actively developing the sustainability pillar. This is incredibly important for us as Africans because, internationally, Africa often lacks the tools to negotiate effectively on these issues. Our goal is to raise awareness among the youth so they understand the importance of sustainability and can lead the charge for the continent.' This commitment is not about quick wins. Lemaire emphasises that their approach to sustainability is a long-term project that aligns perfectly with E1's mission. 'It won't be something accomplished in just one or two races, it's a sustained effort. That's why E1 is such an amazing platform for us. We plan to use it extensively to raise awareness not only in Ivory Coast and Africa but for young people globally. But honestly, Africa remains the greatest challenge and priority for us.' The decision to bring E1 to Africa was deliberate and strategic. Lemaire recalls their early conversations with key E1 figures Alejandro Agag and Rodi Basso, which inspired both her and Drogba to become co-owners of Team Drogba. Adding a personal and culturally resonant touch to the initiative, Lemaire shares a lighthearted anecdote about Drogba's recent conversation with Nigerian superstar Burna Boy. 'Didier told him, 'I'm going to Lagos, your country, and you need to be there. Maybe you could even join the team one day.' We have many ideas and exciting plans ahead.' For Drogba, the impact goes beyond the race itself. 'When you succeed somewhere, for me, success means sharing knowledge and helping others succeed as well,' he says. 'If I can open the door for another African to have their own team in E1, that is a true legacy. That is what matters.' This shared vision between the Foundation and E1 reflects a broader narrative of African empowerment through sustainable innovation and global partnership, one that promises to inspire generations and reshape Africa's future on the world stage. When it comes to shaping the future of environmentally conscious sports and entrepreneurship, Drogba believes Africa has both the depth and the determination to lead the way. But to understand its potential, he says, we must first reframe how the world views the continent. 'Africa isn't just a place of conflict or struggle,' Drogba explains. 'Too often, we highlight only the challenges, wars, famine, and instability, but we forget to talk about our Nobel Prize winners like Dr. Denis Mukwege, and icons like Nelson Mandela. Africa is home to brilliant minds, incredible resilience, and unmatched beauty. That's what we want to put forward.' This vision isn't about glossing over the continent's difficulties. Rather, it's about showing that Africa's narrative is not one-dimensional. 'Yes, we face challenges,' he acknowledges, 'but we also have bright people who are ready to face them head-on, and we'll never stop. That's how we inspire, that's how we educate the next generation, and that's how we ensure they're ready to lead Africa to an even greater future.' For Lemaire, this belief is rooted in experience. She and Drogba have lived in global cities, Paris, London, and New York, but Africa remains their anchor. 'Africa is the future in so many ways,' she says. 'There are so many entrepreneurs, people who are resourceful, creative, determined. Everyone's doing something. The drive is there. What they often need is just a small push, a spark, to set it all in motion.' That's where events like E1, and the visibility they bring, become so powerful. Lemaire sees every event, every conversation, and every engagement with the youth as a chance to ignite something meaningful. Drogba agrees that the real power lies in representation. 'When young people see Lemaire when they see me out there, it plants a seed. It tells them: 'One day, I can be there too.' That's our mission. It's not about being special, it's about showing that there's opportunity, and if you have the will, you can make it happen.' He adds that their work goes far beyond competition or performance. 'For us, it's not about whether we win or lose the race. It's about the impact. And that's why we're proud of what E1 has already done. It's still early, but the direction is right. We're not just racing, we're opening doors, creating tools, and helping young Africans believe in their potential.'
The Sun
2 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Brit, 60, dies after ‘early hours violent assault outside a nightclub' in the Algarve
A BRITISH man has died after he was reportedly assaulted in the Algarve resort of Lagos. He is said to have been kicked or punched in the head in the town's bar and nightclub area at around 3am on Saturday morning. 3 3 3 The tragic man, believed to be around 60 years old, was assisted at the scene by emergency medical responders who tried to revive him. He was pronounced dead after being rushed to Lagos Hospital. Paramedics, firefighters and officers from Portugal's PSP police force responded to the emergency call. It was not immediately clear if any arrests had been made. Lagos is a town in southern Portugal's Algarve region, known for its walled old town, cliffs and stunning beaches. is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.
