Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Olu of Warri Applauds Chief Sam Amatotsero’s Visionary Step in WOTAS Ltd Expansion His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III CFR, the Olu of Warri, has invited all sons and daughters of the Iwere Kingdom to come contribute their expertise, networks, ideas, and resources towards the rejuvenation of the kingdom. This call-to-action found resonance in the recent expansion of WOTAS Ltd., a renowned company previously operating in the United Kingdom and Europe, enters Nigeria with a cutting-edge facility strategically located in the heart of Warri.  WOTAS Ltd., a privately owned firm, specializes in Procurement, Information Technology, Engineering and Mechanical services, environmental services,…

The use of technology innovatively to achieve self-actualization In today’s fast-paced world, where distractions abound and self-improvement often takes a backseat, individuals are constantly seeking ways to reconnect with their inner selves and strive towards personal growth. Enter Marley Harris, a visionary entrepreneur who has embarked on a mission to empower individuals on their journey towards self-actualization through the innovative use of technology. Harris’s groundbreaking app, Higher Self, promises to revolutionize the way we approach personal development, offering users a transformative experience that guides them towards becoming their higher selves. Harris Marley Born out of a deep-seated passion for personal…

See Full List Of 2024 Grammy Winners It was a poor outing for Nigerian artistes, none of whom bagged an award at the 66th Grammy Awards ceremony held at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles., United States on Sunday. Five artistes of Nigerian descent – David Adeleke, aka, Davido; Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy; Ahmed Ololade, aka Asake; Olamide Adedeji, aka Baddo; and Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, aka Ayra Starr; all lost out of the Grammy in their combined 10 nominations across different award categories. In November 2023, the five artistes were nominated for the 2024 Grammy Awards. Below is the full…

Davido congratulates Tyla on winning Grammy Nigerian artiste, David Adeleke, known as Davido has felicitated South African female rapper, Tyla, for emerging victorious in the inaugural Best African Music Performance category at the 66th Grammy Awards ceremony. Tyla’s song, ‘Water’ came top against ‘Amapiano’ by Asake and Olamide; ‘City Boys’ by Burna Boy. ‘Unavailable’ by Davido featuring Musa Keys; and ‘Rush’ by Ayra Starr. The ‘Unavailable’ crooner took to his X handle early Monday to express his joy, despite losing out on all three nominations. “Congratulations on your win @Tyllaaaaaaa! Big One for africa! Keep soaring!” the tweet reads.

‘Water’: South African Tyla wins Grammy with viral song South African diva, Tyla: wins the Grammy for the Best African Music Performance with her viral hit, Water. South African diva, Tyla on Sunday beats Nigerian Asake, Davido Ayra Star and other to win the Grammy for the Best African Music Performance with her global viral hit, Water. The 2023 hit, Water was top of the charts across 16 countries including the United Kingdom and the United States. To win the Grammy, Tyla’s Water beats Amapiano by Asake and Olamide, City Boy by Burna Boy and South African diva, Tyla: wins…

Hospitality: Primate Ayodele Clears Hospital Bills, Visits Aged Members Of His Church In continuation of his three-week annual thanksgiving programme, The Leader Of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has cleared the hospital bills of some of his church members with sight problems. He also visited aged members and the less privileged in their homes to spend time with them, pray with them and offer them financial assistance. In addition to his visit to the aged and less privileged, Primate Ayodele paid visits to his church members that attend services from far distance. According to Primate Ayodele, the essence…

Yoruba ‘Wikimedians’: Hosting first storytelling event in Nigeria In a bid to foster free access to knowledge in the Yoruba language, the Yoruba Wikimedians User Group, an affiliate of the Wikimedia Foundation dedicated to hosting Wikipedia, has initiated Nigeria’s inaugural storytelling event. The initiative forms a crucial component of their Yoruba Oral Traditions project, aimed at cataloging and conserving Yoruba oral heritage. The event unfolded at the esteemed Tunde Odunlade Art Gallery in Ibadan, drawing the participation of 15 accomplished storytellers and attracting an audience of approximately 40 attendees eager to immerse themselves in the rich narratives. Notable luminaries in…

A New Radio Station Commences Operation In Ekiti Radio contents and programmes are set to be redefined in Ekiti and neighboring states as the Midas FM 90.5 commenced 24hour broadcast in Ado-Ekiti. According to a statement by the General Manager of the station, Ayobami Olugbega-Wyse, the station boasts of state-of-the-art facilities and experienced and dynamic staff that will deliver best contents to its audience. Olugbega-Wyse said, ” It all began with a desire to make a bold statement of representing and repositioning radio broadcasting in Ekiti State and its immediate environs. However, the reality is now upon us that the…

Essential Resources: Lagos Empowers PLWDs With Assistive Devices The Lagos State government has celebrated and empowered People Living With Disabilities (PWDs) with assistive devices and essential resources to ease their participation in the society, as well as advance their course in life. The Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, made the presentation of the devices during a programme to commemorate the International Disability Day, themed: “United in action to rescue and achieve the SDGs for, with and by persons with disabilities,” as well as the World Braille Day. Ogunlende said that the programme, organised by Lagos State Office…

Seating Arrangements for Grammy Awards Unveils Davido, Burna Boy, Asake, Olamide, Ayra Starr earn Grammy nominations.  The suspense ahead of the 66th annual Grammy Awards is growing as the seating arrangements for the ceremony have been unveiled. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the organisers of the awards ceremony, Recording Academy, in videos on social media platforms, revealed how the award nominees will be seated. Nigerian Afrobeat singers, Davido and Burna Boy have their tables close to A-list artists, just as they prepare for a historic night in their respective careers. Davido is expected to sit at the…