High Chief Dumo Lulu-Briggs (born 13 June 1964) is a Nigerian lawyer, businessman, philanthropist, and politician of Ijaw heritage. He is from Abonnema, a town in Akuku-Toru Local Government Area of Rivers State. He currently leads the Oruwari-Briggs House of Abonnema in the Kalabari Kingdom and holds the traditional title of Innikeroari VI.
His is the son of the late High Chief Olu Benson Lulu-Briggs, who was featured in Forbes magazine's 2012 "Africa's 40 Richest" list, with an estimated net worth of $500 million.
Dumo Lulu-Briggs is the Chairman of DLB Group, which operates in the oil, gas, and marine sectors, and also serves as Chairman of Platform Petroleum Limited. He was a member of the Rivers State Economic Advisory Council from 2007 to 2011. He contested the governorship of Rivers State in 2019 under the National Democratic Party and again in 2023 on the platform of the Accord Party.
Canada is expected to compete at the 2030 Winter Olympics in the French Alps and Nice, which is scheduled to take place from 1 February 2030 to 17 February 2030. This would be Canada's 26th appearance at the Winter Olympics, having competed at every winter games since the inaugural games in 1924.
There is speculation in the news media that Canada's Winter Olympic roster in 2030 will be significantly different but Sydney Crosby is expected to compete.
Vancouver considered a bid for the 2030 Winter Olympics but the NDP led provincial government did not support it.
Kingside Records, the independent hardcore and metal label founded in 2019, officially announces its return following a three-year hiatus. Now under the leadership of Gabe “Biggz” Saldivar and Jorge Rosado of the legendary hardcore band Merauder, the label reemerges with a renewed vision and a commitment to reclaiming its position as a dominant force in heavy music.
Headquartered in Fleming Island, Kingside Records has built its reputation on championing authentic, uncompromising hardcore and metal acts from around the world. Since its founding, the label has collaborated with more than 40 bands internationally, developing a global footprint across North America and Europe.
“Kingside was built on passion, integrity, and dedication to the culture,” said Biggz. “Our mission is to restore that foundation while pushing the label forward into a new era of growth and worldwide impact.”
Rosado added, “This isn’t just a comeback — it’s a statement. We’re here to elevate artists, strengthen the community, and set a new standard for independent heavy music.”
Throughout its history, Kingside Records has worked with a diverse roster of artists spanning multiple subgenres of hardcore and metal. Select artists include:
Hounds (UK) Cynical Sons (Canada) PureSonic Outkast Becoming The Bully (Montreal, Quebec, Canada) Black Inked Ocean Rid Them All GHXSTS Doomsday Rejects (Jacksonville, Florida) Drop Dead Dammit (Oklahoma) Black Tar Superstar (Ohio) Tigguo Cobauc (Nottinghamshire, England) Death Note Silence (Canada) Cauterized Covina Crankfish The Captures October Roar Locomotive Gun
With new signings, strategic partnerships, and upcoming announcements slated for 2026, Kingside Records is poised for an aggressive and focused expansion into the global heavy music market.