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Adeniyi Ifetayo Moses is an Entrepreneur, Award winning Celebrity journalist, Luxury and Lifestyle Reporter with Ben tv London and Publisher, Megastar Magazine. He has carved a niche for himself with over 15 years of experience in celebrity Journalism and Media PR.
Manny Ita The Lagos State Government has issued an official warning to social media content creators regarding the inclusion of minors in digital productions, citing a rise in child rights violations for the purpose of online engagement. In a formal statement released on Tuesday, authorities clarified that the exploitation of children in skits and videos for “clout” or financial gain will no longer be tolerated under existing state laws. The government emphasized that while the creative economy is a vital part of the state’s identity, the protection of vulnerable demographics remains a non-negotiable priority for the current administration. The…
Manny Ita Kendrick Lamar made Recording Academy history on Sunday, officially becoming the rapper with the most Grammy Awards of all time. Lamar entered the ceremony with 22 career wins and exited with a total of 27, surpassing the previous record of 25 held by Jay-Z. The milestone comes after a dominant evening for the Compton artist, who secured victories in five distinct categories, marking the second consecutive year he has achieved a five-award sweep at the ceremony. The record-breaking run was fueled largely by his latest body of work, GNX, which took home the award for Best Rap…
Manny Ita The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has called for the immediate harmonization of African energy policies to unlock over 180 trillion cubic feet of discovered natural gas currently lying untapped across the continent. Speaking on Monday, February 2, 2026, at the Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES) in Abuja, Commission Chief Executive Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan stated that fragmented markets and unaligned fiscal regimes remain the primary barriers to large-scale investment. Eyesan, represented by NUPRC Director Edu Inyang, emphasized the need to strengthen the African Petroleum Regulators’ Forum (AFRIPERF), asserting that “our voice must be one, our frameworks…
Manny Ita The Federal Government of Nigeria officially handed over the fully furnished headquarters of the Africa Energy Bank to the Association of African Petroleum Producing Countries (APPO) on Monday, marking a major milestone on the sidelines of the 2026 Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES) in Abuja. Speaking at the ceremony, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, confirmed that Nigeria has fulfilled all logistical and financial obligations as the host country. “Nigeria is formally handing over this furnished African Energy Bank to APPO and Afreximbank. Today represents the fulfilment of our commitment,” Lokpobiri stated, adding…
Manny Ita The national electricity grid experienced a total system collapse at approximately 8:42 AM on Tuesday, resulting in a widespread power outage across Nigeria’s major urban centers, including Lagos, Abuja, and Kano. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) officially confirmed the development, noting that the disruption has severed supply to all regional distribution companies. According to a statement released by the agency shortly after the incident, “efforts are currently underway to restore the system,” with technical teams focusing recovery operations on the Afam and Egbin power stations to act as the primary nodes for re-energizing the network. Preliminary…
Manny Ita President Bola Tinubu departed the federal capital of Abuja on Tuesday morning for a brief working visit to France. The trip, confirmed by an official statement from the Presidency, is designed to enhance diplomatic and economic cooperation between Nigeria and France. Government officials have indicated that the visit will prioritize the negotiation and strengthening of bilateral agreements, specifically targeting the energy and security sectors as part of a broader effort to attract foreign investment and stabilize regional peace. According to the executive statement, the visit “is intended to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations,”…
Manny Ita Fintech operators in Nigeria have called on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to establish a clear definition of cryptocurrency-related activities permitted for licensed institutions. According to the CBN’s newly released Fintech Report, published on Monday, February 2, 2026, industry stakeholders maintain that persistent regulatory ambiguity is currently constraining innovation, investment, and institutional participation within the digital asset ecosystem. The report, which synthesized findings from nationwide surveys and workshops, indicates that while fintech firms recognize the potential for crypto assets to facilitate cheaper cross-border payments and expand financial inclusion, the lack of a formal framework remains a…
Approval of President Tinubu to commence drilling oil well stirs clash between Ogun and Ondo states over Eba Island By Elegbede Abiodun Rumours of oppositions have escalated between Ogun State and Ondo State over the ownership of Eba Island since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given approval of oil drilling activities at an abandoned well located on the oil-rich island in the South-West. The Ogun State Government reaffirmed its claim over Eba Island, located in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area, dismissing competing assertions by Ondo State as misleading and potentially inflammatory. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Special…
Manny Ita During a high-level policy session on February 3, 2026, Ade Adefeko of Olam Agri called for a fundamental shift in the continent’s economic strategy, urging a transition from “inherited financial models” to a self-reliant “For Africa, by Africa” framework. Addressing a panel that included the Honorable Minister Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, Adefeko argued that traditional Western financial structures—often characterized as rigid and collateral-heavy—have historically failed to account for the unique economic climate of the continent. He asserted that Africa is no longer merely a “risk to be managed,” but rather a “frontier to be cultivated,” requiring patient and…
Manny Ita Dubai officially secured a Guinness World Record on Sunday morning for the largest Lagree fitness class ever conducted, featuring 253 participants at the DIFC Gate. The event, organized by Longevity Wellness Hub in partnership with DIFC and Lagree Fitness, saw attendees performing high-intensity, low-impact movements on patented Microformers against the backdrop of the city’s skyline. Guinness World Records officials were present on-site to verify the numbers and certify the achievement as the largest gathering of its kind in history. Sebastien Lagree, the founder of the Lagree Method, traveled to Dubai to personally lead the record-breaking session, which…