Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Team Nigeria In Special Cultural Attire For Paris 2024 Olympics Ceremony The outfits, created by US-based sports apparel company Actively Black, featured a fusion of urban and traditional styles. Team Nigeria made a striking entrance at the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony, donning vibrant cultural attire that exhibited the nation’s rich heritage. Flagbearer Tobi Amusan led the contingent in a traditional Yoruba outfit of Iro and Buba with Gele, representing her Ogun State roots. The team’s outfits, created by US-based sports apparel company Actively Black, featured a fusion of urban and traditional styles. The ensemble incorporated Nigeria’s green and white…

In film industry, Actor Kelvin Ikeduba decries sex-for-roles practice in Nollywood Kelvin Ikeduba During a recent interview on Hip TV’s “Trending,” Ikeduba firmly stated that he would “rather die” than cast unqualified actors in exchange for sex. Nollywood actor and producer Kelvin Ikeduba has spoken out against the exploitation of actors in the film industry. During a recent interview on Hip TV’s “Trending,” Ikeduba firmly stated that he would “rather die” than cast unqualified actors in exchange for sex. Ikeduba expressed his frustration with the widespread unprofessionalism in the industry, saying,“The movie industry is very big. What works for A,…

Guinness Nigeria declares 31% revenue growth in 12 months Guinness Nigeria Plc said it achieved 31 per cent growth in revenue for the financial year ended June 30, 2024, in spite of the challenging macroeconomic environment. The Managing Director of Guinness Nigeria, Mr Adebayo Alli, via a statement on Friday in Lagos, expressed confidence in the company’s trajectory. Alli said the company posted a revenue of N299.48 billion during the review period against N229.44 billion posted in the comparative period of 2023. He stated that while the company delivered a remarkable 31 per cent year-on-year revenue growth in 12 months…

Snoop Dogg ignites flame as Paris prepares for opening ceremony – 2024 Olympics American rapper Snoop Dogg held the flame aloft as the Olympic torch relay neared the end of its 68-stage trek through France ahead of Friday’s opening ceremony. The flame was also borne by International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach and a string of beaming, waving, volunteer carriers. “The relay is over,” said an official preparing to drive away from the last stop on the Canal Saint Martin in a car carrying the slogan “flame relay.” “Next stop: the cauldron.” The heavily-guarded flame was headed into the centre…

President Tinubu sends best wishes to team Nigeria as 2024 Olympic Games begins The President specifically mentioned his excitement to watch Nigeria’s flagbearer. As the 2024 Paris Olympic Games officially opened on Friday, President Bola Tinubu has sent his warm wishes to Team Nigeria, consisting of 88 athletes who will be representing the country in 12 sports. In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, on Friday, Tinubu expressed his full support for the athletes, assuring them of the backing of over 200 million Nigerians who will be praying and cheering them. The…

CAC issues guidelines for banks recapitalisation, merger The Corporate Affairs Commission has issued fresh guidelines to assist Deposit Money Banks in the ongoing recapitalisation. The commission, in a statement signed by its management and posted on its Facebook account on Friday, said the new directive is pursuant to its powers under Section 8 (1) (e) of the Companies and Allied Matters Act No. 3 of 2020, stressing immediate adherence to the policy. It said the new guidelines were issued to guide proper filing for new incorporations, increase in share capitals, mergers and upgrade or downgrade of licence authorisation. For new…

Globacom’s Glo 1 celebrates eight years of “uninterrupted service” Globacom’s Glo 1 submarine cable has reached a significant milestone, celebrating eight years of flawless operation. This is as the company boasted that the recent undersea cable disruption which affected network providers in Nigeria and some other neighbouring countries did not affect them. https://punchng.com/undersea-cable-cut-banks-scale-down-operations-as-engineers-battle-to-restore-services/ Since 2016, Glo 1 has provided seamless internet connectivity, ensuring that both personal and business users enjoy uninterrupted service and high-speed access, the company said in a statement. Glo 1 is the international submarine cable owned by Globacom. “Since its launch, Glo 1 has provided continuous connectivity…

N250m publishing house presented by BUA group to Babcock varsity The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Abdul Samad Rabiu Initiative Africa, Dr Ubon Udoh, reiterated on Friday the commitment of BUA Group to coordinated efforts designed to advance the cause of humanity and make life more meaningful for people across Africa. Udoh disclosed this during the groundbreaking ceremony of the N250m Integrated Publishing House donated to Babcock University, Ilishan Remo by ASR, Africa, the foundation owned by the billionaire industrialist and Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu. Represented by Nakama Keri, Multilateral Coordination Specialist, ASR, Africa,…

Team Nigeria Special Cultural Attire For Paris 2024 Olympics  Ceremony Team Nigeria made a striking entrance at the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony, donning vibrant cultural attire that exhibited the nation’s rich heritage. Flagbearer Tobi Amusan led the contingent in a traditional Yoruba outfit of Iro and Buba with Gele, representing her Ogun State roots. The team’s outfits, created by US-based sports apparel company Actively Black, featured a fusion of urban and traditional styles. The ensemble incorporated Nigeria’s green and white colours in a local ‘Adire’ pattern, paired with white fitted round-neck inner shirts. Co-flagbearer and team captain Anuoluwapo Juwon…

Team Nigeria Special Cultural Attire For Paris 2024 Olympics  Ceremony By Elegbede Abiodun The outfits were created by US-based sports apparel company Actively Black to feature a fusion of urban and traditional styles Team Nigeria made a striking entrance at the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony, donning vibrant cultural attire that exhibited the nation’s rich heritage. Flagbearer Tobi Amusan led the contingent in a traditional Yoruba outfit of Iro and Buba with Gele, representing her Ogun State roots. The team’s outfits, created by US-based sports apparel company Actively Black, featured a fusion of urban and traditional styles. The ensemble incorporated…