Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi
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 Royal Exchange Plc, one of Nigeria’s oldest and most prominent financial services groups, has announced a landmark transition in its boardroom following the retirement of its long-serving Chairman, Mr. Kenneth Odogwu. After 28 years of service on the board, Odogwu officially stepped down today, February 2, 2026, marking the conclusion of an era defined by the company’s expansion into a multi-sectoral insurance and financial powerhouse. In a seamless succession move, the Board of Directors confirmed the appointment of Mr. Ikeme Osakwe, a seasoned financial expert and existing board member, to lead the organization into its next phase…
Manny Ita The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has officially concluded all accommodation arrangements for the 2026 Hajj in Makkah and Madinah, securing essential lodging for tens of thousands of pilgrims months ahead of the usual schedule. This proactive milestone, confirmed by the Commission on February 2, 2026, marks a significant departure from previous years characterized by last-minute logistical scrambles. By finalizing these contracts and uploading them to the Saudi Ministry of Hajj’s “Nusuk Masar” portal well before the prescribed deadlines, Nigeria has positioned itself in the elite tier of organized nations ready for the upcoming pilgrimage season.…
Manny Ita Operarives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have apprehended a high-profile fraudster at a luxury villa in Abuja following a months-long investigation into a sophisticated international scam. The suspect, whose real identity was withheld pending formal arraignment, had successfully posed as a member of the Dubai royal family, specifically the Crown Prince, to lure unsuspecting international businesswomen into fraudulent investment schemes. Authorities recovered a fleet of high-end vehicles, several forged diplomatic documents, and electronic devices used to orchestrate the “royal” persona that allowed the individual to siphon millions of dollars from victims across three continents.…
Manny Ita The Federal Government has successfully expanded the annual enrollment quota for nursing students from 28,000 to 115,000, marking a significant milestone in the Tinubu administration’s efforts to salvage the nation’s healthcare system. This 400 percent increase is the centerpiece of a broader strategic reform aimed at curbing the chronic shortage of healthcare professionals exacerbated by the “japa” phenomenon—the large-scale emigration of skilled workers. By flooding the domestic pipeline with newly trained professionals, the government intends to stabilize the patient-to-nurse ratio and ensure that the departure of seasoned staff no longer results in the collapse of local clinical…
Manny Ita Health workers across Southwest Nigeria have adopted a transformative approach to pediatric care by integrating live culinary demonstrations into routine child immunization schedules. The initiative, designed to address the dual challenges of under-immunization and chronic malnutrition, transforms traditional clinics into interactive classrooms where parents learn to prepare nutrient-dense meals while awaiting their children’s vaccinations. By pairing life-saving serums with practical nutritional skills, the program has seen a significant surge in clinic attendance, with some facilities reporting that turnout has doubled or even tripled since the sessions began. The demonstrations focus on “palatable” health policy, utilizing low-cost, locally…
Access Bank appoints Ifeyinwa as new board chair Access Bank Plc has appointed Ifeyinwa Osime as Chairman of its Board, following the retirement of Paul Usoro on January 29, 2026, upon the completion of his regulatory tenure. The appointment was disclosed to the Nigerian Exchange Limited in a notice on Monday by the company secretary, Sunday Ekwochi. “Access Holdings Plc (‘the Company’) is pleased to announce that the Board of Directors (the Board’) of Access Bank Plc (‘the Bank’), its flagship subsidiary, has appointed Ifeyinwa Osime as Chairman of the Board, following the retirement of Paul Usoro, on January 29,…
Manny Ita Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Limited has announced a significant rebranding of its annual awards, marking a major expansion of its corporate social responsibility initiatives in the arts. Central to this “award evolution” is the official debut of the Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts in 2026, a new category designed to sit alongside the established prizes for Literature and Science. For its inaugural cycle, the prize will specifically target the film industry, with a focus on documentary filmmaking under the thematic umbrella of “Identity.” The introduction of the new prize reflects a strategic shift by the organizers to encompass…
Manny Ita The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has formally entered into a partnership with Terra Kulture, a prominent Nigerian arts and culture center, to facilitate the scaling of the nation’s creative economy. This strategic collaboration is designed to provide a comprehensive framework for the enhancement of cultural infrastructure and the implementation of robust skills development programs. According to the terms of the agreement, the initiative will focus specifically on empowering the “next generation of actors, playwrights, and visual artists” by providing them with the technical and professional resources necessary to compete on a global scale. Industry analysts suggest that…
Majority of Anambra residents observe sit-at-home on Monday By Elegbede Abiodun Ever busy Onitsha-Owerri Road, Upper Iweka and Onitsha-Awka-Enugu road on Monday. Credit: Ikenna Obianeri As commercial activities resumed on Monday at the Onitsha Main Market, the Indigenous People of Biafra’s Monday sit-at-home order still left parts of Anambra empty, with banks, schools, motor parks, and filling stations closed and roads deserted. The traders at the Onitsha Main Market resumed business activities after a one-week shutdown, following directives from Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo. The market has been inactive on Mondays since the Indigenous People of Biafra-directed sit-at-home order began…
Manny Ita The Caine Prize for African Writing has officially announced the appointment of veteran Nigerian journalist Bola Mosuro as the Chair of Judges for its 2026 edition. This appointment comes as the prestigious literary award enters its latest cycle, with organizers confirming that entries are currently open to writers across the continent and the diaspora. The selection of Mosuro, a distinguished figure in international broadcasting and arts journalism, is seen as a move to bring seasoned editorial perspective to the evaluation of African short fiction. According to the prize organizers, the submission window is scheduled to close at…