Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

My Early Days in Church Choir Advanced My Interest in Music- Etoro Benjamin Etoro Abasi, known with the stage name, Dabenja, is a Nigerian Afro-pop musician, who is also the owner of The Mustard Seed (TMS) Music record label. He is a serial entrepreneur and philanthropist, who is quite compassionate about helping and uplifting other people in need. This talented artist works to also leave a mark outside of the music industry. He is passionate about social welfare and talks about how he gives back to society.  The award-winning artist who has been making waves in the music scene since…

Rice: OGSG To Sell 100 trucks At Affordable Price …poor, elderly, and vulnerable to get free allocation Ogun State has purchased 100 trucks load of rice to be sold at cheaper rates to residents to cushion the effect of the rise in the prices of goods in the country. The state governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun stated this on Wednesday while speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting in Abeokuta. Abiodun disclosed that the rice would be subsidized and made available at the rate it was before the recent astronomical rise in the prices of the commodities. He, however, said the poor, the…

Niger: BudgIT honours exceptional health workers, community actors The recognition, according to the Country Director of BudgIT Foundation, Mr Gabriel Okeowo is to applaud the recipients for their resilience in delivering healthcare services under challenging circumstances. Speaking at the PHC Facility and Workers Award event held in Minna, Okeowo said that BudgIT decided to honour those who stand on the front lines of primary healthcare advocacy because their tireless efforts and unwavering dedication drive meaningful change within their communities. He said that the award and recognition aspire to cultivate a culture of service and community advocacy among all stakeholders while…

Prophet Israel Oladele Of ‘Genesis Global’ receives commendation from Pastor Kumuyi In A Viral Video Founder and General superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry ,Pastor W.F Kumuyi has commended Prophet Israel Oladele of the Genesis Global City Church in alakuko area of Lagos. In a viral video where the televangelist asked his members who can give sacrificial offering from 10,000 and upwards to come to the altar and later thanked to those who came out that despite the harsh economic conditions of the country ,they are still willing to give, he thanked them and said they should look for…

Congratulations as Actress Laide Bakare becomes SSA to Gov. Adeleke By Elegbede Abiodun Nollywood actress, Laide Bakare and Osun governor Ademola Adeleke Lovers the actress, Laide Bakare, are celebrating her appointment as Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State on Entertainment, Arts, Culture and Tourism. Bakare announced her appointment as the SSA to Governor Adeleke on Thursday. The actress, popular in the Yoruba section of Nollywood took to her Instagram page to celebrate her achievement with a display of photos of herself and Governor Adeleke. The actress promised to deliver her best. She wrote: “Now an…

Health and Safety; LAWMA Takes Care Of Training For Sweepers …. deploys mechanised sweeping on strategic road The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has organised the first quarter health and safety training for sanitation workers in the state, aimed at prioritising their health, safety, and overall well-being in the course of duty. Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, noted that the Authority recognised the health hazards associated with manual sweeping, hence the decision to roll out a comprehensive health and safety training program, which covered critical areas like proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), among others. He said,…

Partnership between FG and Access Bank to provide N50bn funding for MSMEs Access Bank has said that it will be working with the Office of the Vice President to provide N50 billion as soft loans and grants to four million Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), in the country. Chioma Ogwo, Head, Emerging Businesses at Access Bank Plc, disclosed this at the Inaugural Job Creation and MSME Quarterly Communications Forum in Abuja on Thursday. Ogwo said the initiative was aimed at empowering businesses in Nigeria, by building their capacities and providing them with financial support. According to her, 4 million…

DOUGLAS OGBANKWA UNVEILS HIS FIRST BOOK Distinguished Colleagues,  The leadership of the NBA Benin Branch led by Chief Nosa Francis Edo-Osagie wishes to congratulate former Publicity Secretary of the Branch, Mr. Douglas Ogbankwa on the occasion of the unveiling of his book, “Nugget for Life”. The publication which was unveiled on Thursday this week, at the premises of Standard Lectures, (an institution of learning where the author began his teaching career) is a trail blazing effort at highlighting some of the basic precepts of life in diverse areas and engagements. It also provides safeguards on purchasing land in Nigeria and…

The 9th edition of Queen Blessing Foundation widow support program, a huge success It was my pleasure to welcome all to the Queen Blessing Foundation (QBF) Widows’ Support Programme 2024. Queen Blessing Foundation is determined to continue putting a smile on the faces of widows around the country every year. What better time than February 14 which is Valentine’s Day to host these very special people in our society. The occasion will be used to shower them with love, make them happy with food, drinks, music, dance and gifts. After all, what will a candle lose in lighting another candle.…

The 9th edition of Queen Blessing Foundation widow support program, a huge success It was my pleasure to welcome all to the Queen Blessing Foundation (QBF) Widows’ Support Programme 2024.  Queen Blessing Foundation is determined to continue putting a smile on the faces of widows around the country every year. What better time than February 14 which is Valentine’s Day to host these very special people in our society. The occasion will be used to shower them with love, make them happy with food, drinks, music, dance and gifts. After all, what will a candle lose in lighting another candle.…