Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Africa’s richest man and US billionaires back $500 million Africa-focused fund   Aliko Dangote, the billionaire • Aliko Dangote, Africa’s wealthiest man has teamed up with billionaire investors from the United States for the Alterra Capital Partners fund worth $500 million. • Alterra has closed its first round at $140 million. • This follows the recent withdrawal of major investors like Carlyle, Blackstone Inc., and KKR & Co. from the African market. Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man who also chairs the Dangote Group, has joined forces with billionaire investors from the United States to support a fresh $500 million fund…

K1 De Ultimate’s crew members abscond after show in UK Wasiu Ayinde Marshal aka KWAM1 Two band membersof Fuji maestro, Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as ‘K1 De Ultimate’, have reportedly absconded in the United Kingdom (UK). The band boys, according to Nigerian journalist, Seun Oloketuyi, were travelling for a performance at an event in the UK when they disappeared without a trace. He disclosed that the lead guitarist and the keyboardist are currently on the run after entering the country. Oloketuyi said the singer, however, has reported the incident to the UK police. Sharing a photo of the band members,…

UK Announces New Travel Requirements Effectives in November 2023 The United Kingdom (UK) on Monday September 4th has announced new travel requirements. Anyone who wish to enter the UK will be required to go for Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). With effect from November 15 2023, having the UK visa will not be enough for people wishing to enter the territory. Persons Who Need The ETA and How To Be Eligible The news will affect all Nigerians and other citizens except British and Irish nationals. Children are also affected by the announcement. The new travel rule means that all visa applicants…

Chimoney and Interledger Partner to Revolutionise Global Payments A Toronto-based, Techstars-backed fintech, Chimoney, has announced a pioneering integration with the Interledger Foundation (ILF) to redefine global payments and improve financial inclusion and innovation.  This means by harnessing the power of ILP, Chimoney will deliver seamless transactions across diverse payment networks, from traditional banking systems to emerging blockchain platforms, making it easy to democratize financial services, mirroring the internet’s universal accessibility via the TCP/IP protocol. Uchi Uchibeke, CEO of Chimoney, explained that by integrating the transformative Interledger Protocol (ILP), Chimoney will bring Mobile Money, Airtime, Gift Cards, and Bank cash out…

PSHAN Annual Awards Night to Hold November The 2023 PSHAN Annual Gala and Awards Night by the Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria PSHAN) is set to foster a whole-of-society approach to improving health outcomes in the country. It will provide a forum for captains of industry, global health players, key stakeholders in the Nigerian business and health sectors, government at all levels, corporate executives, NGOs and philanthropists to advance healthcare in Nigeria, highlighting PSHAN’s successes and spotlight opportunities for collaboration. According to the MD/CEO, PSHAN, Dr. Tinuola Akinbolagbe, the event, tagged, “Advancing Healthcare in Nigeria”, is scheduled to hold…

Optiva Capital Partners celebrates Customer Service Week with ‘OptivaPlus’ In Lagos, Nigeria, the heart of Africa, where investment and immigration converge, lies the powerhouse known as Optiva Capital Partners, Africa’s premier Investment Immigration firm. As the world marks the 2023 Customer Service Week under the theme ‘Team Service,’ Optiva isn’t just joining the celebration; they’re leading it. The company demonstrated its commitment to excellence and exceptional service to its customers with an innovative offering tagged: OptivaPlus – more than just a service, it’s a commitment. A commitment to not only recognize but also reward the unwavering trust and loyalty of…

Optiva Capital Partners celebrates Customer Service Week with ‘OptivaPlus’ In Lagos, Nigeria, the heart of Africa, where investment and immigration converge, lies the powerhouse known as Optiva Capital Partners, Africa’s premier Investment Immigration firm. As the world marks the 2023 Customer Service Week under the theme ‘Team Service,’ Optiva isn’t just joining the celebration; they’re leading it. The company demonstrated its commitment to excellence and exceptional service to its customers with an innovative offering tagged: OptivaPlus – more than just a service, it’s a commitment. A commitment to not only recognize but also reward the unwavering trust and loyalty of…

I’m struggling – Kim Kardashian cries out American socialite and reality TV star, Kim Kardashian has issued a distress call for assistance. This is as she confessed that she is struggling to keep up with life as a single mother following her split from Kanye West. She also praised her sister Khloe’s ex-partner Tristan Thompson for “stepping up” to help her. Kim made the revelations during this week’s episode of The Kardashians. Despite Khloe and Tristan splitting, Kim defended Tristan. Thompson has been heavily criticized for cheating on Khloe Kardashian multiple times while they were together. The exes currently co-parenting…

Ilebaye speaks for first time after win, says she ‘ll never let her fans down. Ilebaya Odiniya, winner of the just concluded BBNaija All Stars.  Ilebaya Odiniya, winner of the just concluded BBNaija All Stars reality show, has spoken for the first time since winning the just concluded BBNaija All Stars reality show. Ilebaye, fondly known as Baye who was announced the winner on Sunday October 1 and went home with N120 million and other prizes has told her fans in a video that she won’t let them down. In the video she posted on her official social media pages…

Why many Nigerians are still on 2G networks – Telecoms stakeholders Some telecoms stakeholders on Thursday said that return on investment in infrastructure could only be achieved in major cities where there was relative stability and a ready market. Mr Mike Ofili, Chief Executive Officer of Coloplus, a tower infrastructure company, buttressed that remark during the West Africa Telecoms Infrastructure Summit and Exhibition (WATISE) organised by Technology Mirror in Lagos. The theme of the event was: “The Future of Infrastructure Connectivity and Services: A New Interdependent Ecosystem of Partners.” Ofili said that most telecoms infrastructure is concentrated in major cities,…