Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Adron Homes celebrates Ondo State at 50, hails legacy of excellence Adron Homes extends warmest greetings to Ondo State on 50 years, celebrating its legacy of leadership, development and excellence. The Chairman, Board of Directors, Management, and staff of Adron Group have congratulated the Government and people of Ondo State on its 50th anniversary, describing the milestone as a significant chapter in Nigeria’s federal history and a testament to visionary leadership, resilience, and purposeful development. In a goodwill message, Adron Group noted that since its creation in 1976, Ondo State has distinguished itself as a centre of honour, intellect,…

Manny Ita The 19-year-old son of Nigerian billionaire industrialist Razaq Okoya is currently at the center of a social media firestorm following comments regarding the country’s socioeconomic state. During a recent interview that has since gone viral, Wahab Okoya asserted that Nigeria is “getting better,” a remark that triggered immediate and widespread criticism across various digital platforms. ​While the young Okoya expressed optimism about the nation’s trajectory, his perspective has been met with significant resistance from members of the public who argue that his views are fundamentally “out of touch” with the daily realities of the average citizen. Many…

Space42 Brings Secure Thuraya 4 Satellite Connectivity To South Africa Critical Sectors Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa — Monday, 2 February 2026: Space42 (ADX: SPACE42), the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company with global reach, has announced the commercial rollout of its next-generation mobile communications satellite, Thuraya-4, in South Africa. The commercial availability of Thuraya, a subsidiary of Space42, marks the company’s first operational presence in the country and a major step in expanding secure, reliable satellite connectivity to one of Africa’s most dynamic digital markets. The rollout strengthens communications resilience across South Africa’s most connectivity-dependent sectors, including energy, mining, maritime, civil government,…

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…