Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer Elegbede Abiodun President Donald Trump had earlier publicly berated NATO allies, calling them “cowards” and dismissing the alliance as a “paper tiger” without the United States. The United Kingdom has authorized the United States to use British military bases to launch strikes on Iranian sites targeting the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant escalation in Britain’s indirect involvement in the ongoing war with Iran. Downing Street confirmed the decision Friday evening following a ministerial meeting. While the UK will not directly participate in the strikes, the agreement allows American forces to expand operations from British…

A good Samaritan has responded to the yearning of veteran Nollywood actor, Abiodun Ayoyinka, popularly known as Papa Ajasco by offering a cash gift of $25,000 and a vehicle for cushion.  The intervention comes shortly after the actor opened up about his financial struggles, revealing that despite his fame from the popular comedy series Papa Ajasco & Company, he does not own a house or car. In a video that has since gone viral on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the man expressed gratitude to the actor for making his childhood memorable. “I bought this car for you with…

Elegbede Abiodun Legendary Movie Icon Chuck Norris Dies at Age 86. Chuck Norris, the US martial artist and Hollywood action icon was well known for his role in “Walker, Texas Ranger,” has died, his family said on Friday. He was 86. “It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning,” the family said in a statement on Instagram. “To the world, he was a martial artist, actor, and a symbol of strength. To us, he was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, an incredible brother, and the heart…

Elegbede Abiodun The firm clinched a Gold Award in the Travel and Leisure category for its work on the Lagos Shopping Festival.  Chain Reactions Africa has secured international recognition at the SABRE Africa Awards in Johannesburg, earning top honours for its communications campaign spotlighting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reform agenda. The leading public relations and communications consultancy won a major award for its campaign, “From Reforms to Recovery,” which was designed to communicate the impact of the administration’s economic policies. The campaign, executed in collaboration with the Presidential Media and Communications Team, marked the President’s second year in office and…

Technology Company, Globacom, has felicitated Muslims across Nigeria as they celebrate Eid-El-Fitr festival which marks the successful completion of the Ramadan fast. In a goodwill message released in Lagos, the company commended the resilience and devotion shown by the faithful during the 30 days of spiritual reflection, sacrifice, and abstinence. Globacom emphasized the importance of love, sacrifice, and community, encouraging Nigerians to embody these values. The company explained that the end of Ramadan should serve as a springboard for continued personal growth, urging Nigerians to “use Eid-El-Fitri as a moment to reflect on their spiritual journey, promote the spirit of…

Manny Ita  – Nigeria’s worsening power outages may begin to ease within days as the Federal Government intensifies efforts to resolve a staggering N3.3 trillion debt owed to gas suppliers, a development that has severely constrained fuel supply to thermal power plants across the country. The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, issued an urgent “on the hour” update on Friday, assuring citizens that concrete steps are being taken to restore stability to the national grid. Adelabu said negotiations with gas producers have reached an advanced stage, with the government working on a structured settlement plan to clear outstanding obligations and…

Manny Ita  – Nigeria’s 5G Coverage Reaches 12% as NCC Targets 20% by End of 2026Nigeria’s telecommunications sector recorded a fresh milestone on Friday as new data released by the Nigerian Communications Commission confirmed that fifth-generation (5G) network coverage has now reached 12 percent of the country’s population, underscoring steady progress in the rollout of next-generation connectivity infrastructure. The regulator disclosed that the expansion, driven by ongoing investments from licensed operators, reflects growing adoption of 5G services in major urban centres, while efforts are being intensified to extend coverage into semi-urban and underserved areas. “We are witnessing a gradual but…

Manny Ita – Nigeria has taken a significant step in its public health response to HIV with the arrival of 11,520 doses of a long-acting prevention injection, marking the first time the country will deploy this form of pre-exposure prophylaxis in a structured national programme. Health authorities confirmed that the shipment, received through a partnership involving the Federal Ministry of Health Nigeria, global health agencies, and donor institutions, will be introduced in a pilot phase across six states beginning Monday. Officials described the injectable as a “game-changing addition” to existing HIV prevention tools, noting that unlike daily oral pills, the…

As Muslims across Nigeria mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan, Zamfara State Governor, Dr Dauda Lawal, has issued a powerful call for intensified prayers, unity, and collective responsibility, urging the faithful to translate the spiritual gains of the 30-day fast into tangible actions for peace and development. In his official Eid-el-Fitr message to the Muslim community in Zamfara and across the nation, Governor Lawal emphasized that the celebration known as the “festival of breaking the fast” extends beyond festivity. He described it as a profound moment of gratitude, spiritual renewal, and recommitment to the values of patience,…

Adron Homes has extended warm felicitations to its Muslim customers and Nigerians at large on the joyous occasion of Eid al-Fitr, marking the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan. In a goodwill message released to commemorate the celebration, the company described Eid al-Fitr as a significant period of gratitude, reflection, and spiritual renewal, following a month devoted to fasting, prayer, sacrifice, and self-discipline. Adron Group commended the Muslim faithful for their devotion, resilience, and commitment to the values of faith, compassion, and service to humanity, noting that these virtues are essential for fostering unity, peace, and sustainable national…