Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Iranian activist, Narges Mohammadi wins Nobel peace prize Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi, currently serving time in prison for her unwavering dedication to women’s rights, democracy, and opposition to the death penalty in Iran, has been honoured with the Nobel Peace Prize. Despite enduring multiple arrests and several years behind bars for her activism, Mohammadi, 51, has remained steadfast in her mission. “The Nobel Peace Prize is, first and foremost, a recognition of the crucial work carried out by an entire movement in Iran, with Nargis Mohammadi as its undisputed leader,” stated Berit Reiss-Andersen, the chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee,…

EGO Foundation empower market women on financial literacy In its ongoing mission to empower women entrepreneurs, the Enterprise, Growth & Opportunities (EGO) Foundation recently conducted an initiative called Project SheEnabled in Mushin market, Lagos state. Over 250 women were educated on the importance of maintaining written or computerised records of their sales and stock. Toluwase Olaniyan, the Executive Director of EGO Foundation, emphasised this critical aspect of business management. During the training, EGO Foundation’s team lead, members, and volunteers distributed multilingual pamphlets titled “Bookkeeping Made Easy.” These pamphlets aim to help businesswomen keep track of their sales and stock more…

Manufacturing brings most foreign investments in Q2 The manufacturing or production sector recorded the highest foreign investments in the second quarter of 2023, according to the latest Nigeria Capital Importation report on Friday. The report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showed that the sector recorded the most inflow with $605.04 million, representing 58.7 percent of total capital imported in Q2, followed by the banking sector, valued at $194.6 million (18.9), and Shares with $68.63 million (6.66 percent). “In Q2, total capital importation into Nigeria stood at $1,030.2 million, lower than $1,535.4 million recorded in Q2 2022, indicating a…

VGLAMOUR (VIVIAN LAM GLAMOUR) MAGAZINE SET TO HOST NIGERIA MOST INFLUENTIAL AWARDS (NMIA) 2023. Nigeria Most Influential Award 2023”, in Collaboration with VGLAMOUR MAGAZINE. This Award is aimed to reward, recognize and celebrate outstanding personalities and organizations both in Government and Private sector who have made significant impact in Nation building as it relates to our society in Nigeria. According to the one of the organizer Vivian Lam in a brief chat said that , the prestigious event is slated to hold on the 10th of December 2023 at the Prestigious Transcorp Hilton and Suite Abuja. Nigeria. After highlighting that…

Top 10 tourist attractions in Africa, according to Americans   Devil’s Pool, Livingstone, Zambia • Devil’s Pool in Zambia is one of the highest-rated attractions by U.S. tourists. • Other popular attractions include Robberg Nature Reserve, Mount Kilimanjaro, Lion’s Head, Volcanoes National Park, and Victoria Falls. • These attractions offer a variety of experiences, from wildlife watching to historical exploration to beach relaxation. Africa is a continent with a rich history and culture, and it is home to some of the most popular tourist attractions in the world. From the ancient pyramids of Egypt to the stunning beaches of Zanzibar,…

IMF Chief sees ‘brighter prospect’ for Sub-Saharan Africa in 2024 Sub-Saharan Africa is expected to see a brighter economic outlook in 2024, according to IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva.Liu Jie/Xinhua/Getty • Sub-Saharan Africa is expected to see a brighter economic outlook in 2024, according to IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva.Liu Jie/Xinhua/Getty Sub-Saharan Africa is expected to see a brighter economic outlook in 2024, with growth expected to accelerate to 3.5%, up from 3% this year. • The improved outlook is attributed to a number of factors, including a rebound in tourism and trade, as well as increased investment. • However, there are…

Oyo Government, Christian Mission Offer Free Hydrocele Surgery to 100 Indigent Patients The Oyo State Government through the Primary Health Care Board, in partnership with the Christian Blind Mission (CBM) has commenced surgical intervention for 100 indigent patients with Hydrocele and Lymphedema Management across thirty-three local government areas of Oyo State. While Speaking on Sunday, at Oke-Are Primary Health Care Center, Ibadan, venue of the surgery, the Executive Secretary, Oyo State, Primary Health Care Board, Dr. Muideen Olatunji disclosed that the programme was targeted at indigent patients who cannot afford the operation in any Private Hospital. According to him, “the…

Crash In BUA Cement Price Has Vindicated Umahi – Ohanaeze Ndigbo The Ohanaeze Ndigbo has said that the move by BUA Cement firm to slash the price of cement from about N5000 to N3500 per bag has vindicated the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi. The group implied that the introduction of concrete roads technology in Nigerian roads by Umahi led to a reduction in price. Ohanaeze stated this via a statement issued by the Secretary General of the group, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro. Ohanaeze praised Umahi for his dedication to the construction of new Superhighways and the use of cement…

Real Warri Pikin is a happier woman 6 months after weight loss surgery Anita Asuoha, popularly known as Real Warri Pikin, shares her progress [Instagram/@realwarripikin] She has clearly been happier since undergoing the surgery to better her health. Nigerian comedian Anita Asuoha, also known as Real Warri Pikin, has given a happy update on her weight loss progress following her gastric bypass surgery. The comic shared her six-month progress on her Instagram with a video showing her incredible transformation. In her caption, she celebrated her milestone by highlighting the positive changes to her health noting that she is much happier…

Nollywood: Lagos To Begin $100m African Film City Construction Before October Ending The Lagos State government will be doing the groundbreaking of the proposed $100 million African Film City before the end of this month. The project, which will be sited in Epe, is intended to enhance originality in content creation in Nollywood – Nigeria’s film industry. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, made the announcement on Thursday, at the 12th African International Film Festival (AFRIFF) press briefing held at the Lagos House in Marina. Recall that the state government in October last year, announced that it had signed a Memorandum of Understanding…