Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Callistus Uzodinma, becomes winner of BBM Africa, gets a car and N10m prize Callistus Uzodinma also known as C-Fly, a student of Rivers State University has emerged the winner of the second edition of the Break Moment Africa, an ‘edutainment’ reality TV show aimed at talented students from tertiary institutions. C-Fly defeated 15 other students at the grand finale of the reality show held in Abuja on Sunday to win the competition targeted at students with skills in singing, acting, and dancing. According to the organisers, 30 contestants, known as “ Dream Mates”, were featured in the second edition tagged…

Funke Akindele: “I am moving on with my career, mental health more important” Funke Akindele Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has said she doesn’t regard her two failed marriages as “failures.” The award-winning actress made this known while speaking in an interview with Wazobia FM in Lagos. Akindele explained that her mother taught her that success can’t be achieved without failure. According to her, she just takes marriage “as it comes,” stressing that her mental health and career are more important. The thespian noted that her priority is to live an impactful life and cater for her children…

I GO SAVE gives reason for giving $50,000 to Irede Foundation The Irede Foundation focuses on empowering children who live with congenital and/or acquired limb loss. After I emerge as one of the first winner of LOL: Last One Laughing Naija, where I won $50,000; I donated it to the Irede foundation to make every child amputee a champion who lives a life without the limitations of a missing limb. By supporting this foundation, IGoSave strives to end discrimination against amputees and provide equal opportunities for every child.   Giving to the needy is a great thing to do and I…

2024: Gates Foundation investment in health intervention program increases by 4% The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation says it plans to allocate $8.6 billion for its health intervention programs in 2024. This budget, approved by the foundation’s board, marks a 4% increase from the previous year and a substantial $2 billion surge compared to 2021. The move comes at a critical juncture when health budgets worldwide are witnessing an overall contraction, and contributions to health initiatives in the world’s lowest-income countries are showing signs of stagnation in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Gates Foundation, already a prominent player…

Emmy Awards: Give honours to best television, drama and acting categories After a four-month delay caused by Hollywood strikes, the Emmy Awards are poised to honor the best in television on Monday. The usual September event was rescheduled to January, with HBO’s “Succession” predicted to take home top prizes. The acclaimed show, portraying the power struggles within an ultra-wealthy family, leads the nominations with 27, including best drama and acting categories. Notable competition includes “The Last of Us” and “The White Lotus.” Despite the delay potentially affecting viewership, the ceremony promises excitement with stars from “The Bear” and “Ted Lasso”…

AMVCA 2024 winners will be determined by jury not previous public voting system The awards ceremony will take place in Lagos, Nigeria in May 2024. AMVCA has announced submissions for its 10th edition The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) has ended public voting in the Best Actor or Best Actress in a Leading or Supporting Role categories. This year, winners under this category will now be determined by a select jury, as opposed to the previous public voting system. This follows backlash from critics who say that star actors with huge social media following sweep all the awards,…

Research identifies ‘spatial injustice’, brain drain as major challenges facing healthcare in Lagos The research noted that despite official rhetoric, sanitation is not prioritised in Lagos, saying no local government area in the state has been declared open-defecation free less than two years to 2025 deadline set by the government. A new research has identified “spatial injustice” and brain drain, among numerous others, as key factors affecting the provision of quality and affordable public healthcare services in Lagos State, Nigeria’s commercial nerve centre. These were part of the findings of the African Cities Research Consortium (ACRC) in a recent research…

ADRON HOMES : Bridging Housing Deficit With World Class Infrastructure In Nigeria And Beyond • Monarch, HNIs, Middle-Class Income Earners, Artisan, Others Share Amazing Experiences Established in February 2012, Adron Homes and Property Limited has continued to be the Market Leader in the Nigerian Real Estate Industry. Its Housing estates are built across Lagos, Federal Capital Territory/Abuja, PortHarcourt, Ogun, Oyo, Nasarawa and other cities in Nigeria, Africa, America and Europe. The Workforce is led by the Group Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Adetola EmmanuelKing: A graduate of Estate Management, Workaholic and Target/Result Oriented Real Estate Guru. In the Team are Smart,…

Mike Adenuga shows up as the second richest man in Nigeria News of Mike Adenuga’s re-emergence as the second richest man in Nigeria got many Nigerians excited on Friday 12th January, 2024. Forbes re-evaluation of his net worth put it at $7.4bn as of January 11th 2024. The news has led to fevered speculation as to how soon Adenuga, the moving spirit behind Globacom and Conoil, will attain the Number One position. Conoil was among the 11 enterprises promoted by entrepreneurs that included M. K. O. Abiola, Alhaji Dantata, Alhaji Indimi, Alhaji Mai Deribe, Chief Michael Ibru, Kase Lawal, Chief…

Nasarawa Envisions As Next Hub For Nigeria’s  Entertainment Industry Netflix partners with Abnur Entertainment for global content showcase In a recent familiarisation visit on Saturday to Abdulamart Maikwashewa, Chairman and CEO of Abnur Entertainment, stakeholders in Nasarawa State’s entertainment industry, led by media/entertainment entrepreneur Ibrahim Ibrahim, highlighted the untapped potential of Nasarawa’s creative resources. Ibrahim emphasized the need for a holistic approach, envisioning Nasarawa as the next hub for the nation’s entertainment industry. Ibrahim stressed the importance of Nasarawa’s proximity to the nation’s capital, seeing it as an opportunity to propel the state into the limelight. He underscored the potential…