Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Four Students receive ASUU scholarship award in UNIOSUN The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Osun State University Branch has awarded scholarships to four indigent but brilliant students of the University in its 2023 Indigent Students Scholarship Award. The Acting Chairperson, UNIOSUN Branch of ASUU, Comrade Olaosebikan Wende, who spoke while presenting the award to the beneficiaries at the main campus of the University in Osogbo on Tuesday, disclosed that the awards were in two categories; ASUU National Award and ASUU UNIOSUN Branch Award. He noted that two out of the beneficiaries won N200,000 each for the National category, while…

Ayo Edebiri reveals childhood experience, says home was religious, strict and conservative Edebiri Ayo She is popularly known for starring in ‘The bear’ and ‘Big mouth’ [The Times UK] Edebiri has become the star of the awards season, winning a Golden Globe, Critics Choice and Emmy award. Award winning actress, Ayo Edebiri has revealed that her childhood home was religious, strict and conservative in nature. In a profile for The Times UK, she offered insights into her life and career. She described what it was like growing up in a religious home, her education and the early stages of her…

‘A Tribe Called Judah’ starts showing in nine French-speaking countries this weekend A Tribe Called Judah’ is stretching forward its tentacles. The distribution will commence on Friday, January 19, 2024, by Canal Olympia Showtimes Cinemas. Record-breaking Nollywood movie, A Tribe Called Judah will start screening in nine French-speaking countries this weekend. Film One Entertainment, the assigned distributor of the movie in Nigeria, made the announcement on Instagram today, Wednesday, January 19, 2024. According to the details released, the movie will start screening in a total of 13 regions in nine countries. The list includes Bessengue in Cameroon, Yaounde in Cameroon,…

Four African organizations recognized in the 2024 Schwab Foundation Awards Across the globe, the Schwab Foundation recently honored 16 organizations for their extraordinary efforts in promoting fair access to healthcare, education, finance, and legal services, empowering youth and women, and mitigating the effects of climate change. 4 of the 16 organizations recognized were Africans. List of Africans that shone bright in the 2024 Schwab Foundation Awards Image: Fundación Mi Sangre. Four African organizations were honored among 16 global champions. These Africans and their organizations were recognized by the 2024 Schwab Foundation Social Innovation Awards. They were honored for their impactful…

Ogunlesi Joins African Billionaires Club, Dabiri-Erewa Congratulates Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has congratulated Mr Adebayo Ogunlesi, a renowned Nigerian in the diaspora, a global banker and entrepreneur as he joins the feat of the African billionaires club. In a congratulatory message by the Director of Media and Public Relations of NIDCOM, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, described Ogunlesi as a pride to Nigeria and Africa with his latest entrepreneurial exploits. Dabiri-Erewa said Ogunlesi, who had at different times been celebrated by the Commission, symbolises progressive achievements through hard work and determination, thus enhancing a global positive image for…

Malaika: Police arrests five suspects piracy- Toyin Abraham Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham, said on Tuesday that piracy of her works had resulted in her having panic attacks and being hospitalised at various times. Abraham spoke with newsmen in Lagos as the police announced that it had nabbed five suspects in relation to the piracy of her movie, ‘Malaika’. She said that she spent about N500 million on the said movie. The actress said that she had taken up the fight against those pirating people’s works for the benefit of everyone in the entertainment industry. She commended the police, through AIG…

Messi Tops Men’s Best FIFA Player Of The Year Award Lionel Messi has been crowned as the Best FIFA Men’s Player of the Year award for the third time, with Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe missing out. The footballing icon was not expected to take home the gong, given the astonishing years both Haaland and Mbappe had. However, count Messi out at your peril as the World Cup winner was recognised for his efforts with both Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Miami as well as his Argentina national team. Messi was not present in London to collect his award, instead his…

Tinubu, Gowon, Osinbajo attend book launch to honour Buhari President Bola Tinubu, former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (retd.), were among dignitaries who attended the unveiling of a book titled ‘Working with Buhari: Reflections of a Special Adviser Media and Publicity, 2015-2023’ on Tuesday. Also in attendance were former President Muhammadu Buhari; former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, and the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio. The book, written by Buhari’s former spokesperson, Femi Adesina, was presented alongside five volumes of another book titled ‘Muhammadu Buhari, The Nigerian Legacy, 2015 to 2023.’ The book launch which…

Isura Treasure City – A Haven of Nature Living and Serenity In a groundbreaking revelation, a new national treasure has been uncovered in the heart of Epe, Lagos. Isura Treasure City, a visionary 879,000-square-meter development, is set to redefine the landscape of modern living by offering a harmonious blend of nature, commercial vitality, and recreational splendor. Isura City is more than just a real estate project; it is a sanctuary where residents can create treasured memories within the embrace of nature. Nestled in the cultural city of Epe, this development promises a lifestyle that transcends the ordinary. A Symphony of…

Bisi Akande’s 85th birthday receives felicitation from Tinubu President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, celebrated former Osun State governor and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Chief Bisi Akande, at 85. This was contained in a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale. It was titled “President Tinubu Celebrates His Longstanding Ally, Chief Bisi Akande, At 85.” Tinubu celebrated his long-time ally as both of them were governors in 1999-2003, with the President leading in Lagos. Both contested and won under the platform of the defunct Alliance for Democracy. The statement read, “With…