Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

SMEDAN to partner NASS in funding one million SMEs The Director General of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria, Mr Charles Odii, has disclosed the agency’s plan to embark on a partnership with the National Assembly to provide funding opportunities for one million small businesses across the country. Odii, who said this on Tuesday at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja while meeting with entrepreneurs and young lawmakers, added that the initiative is a crucial component of SMEDAN’s mission to foster prosperity through the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises. Odii, who led the delegation on an inspection…

Masters Reality unveils African Institutions Award to promote institutions Masters Reality International Concepts Limited has unveiled the African Institutions Award (AIA) to promote people helping to build and defend institutions in the country. Group Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer, Masters Reality International Concepts Limited, Lai Omotola told newsmen on Tuesday in Maryland, Lagos that the new award is the first of its kind aimed at promoting established institutions in Nigeria. “The essence of this African Institutions Award is to promote our institutions, people who have helped in building our institutions, because we believe that we should be building institutions and…

Why I rejected $5m offer to perform in Dubai – Burna Boy Burna Boy Grammy-winning Nigerian artiste, Damini Ogulu, also known as Burna Boy, has disclosed the reason behind his recent decision to decline a $5 million offer to perform in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Burna Boy stated that he rejected the offer because he would not be permitted to use marijuana while in Dubai. The laws in the UAE prohibit smoking in public recreational areas, such as parks and beaches. In a freestyle session during a rehearsal with his band, Outsiders, Burna Boy expressed, “Just now I turned…

All you need to know about the Third Mainland Bridge repairs starting Nov 1 Third mainland bridge Summary of all you need to know about the Third Mainland Bridge repairs starting Nov 1 : – The bridge will NOT be totally closed – The repairs will start on November 1 2023 – The repairs will last for 3 months. – The bridge will be closed for 4 hours on weekdays On weekdays, the bridge will be closed by midnight and will be opened by 04:00 AM -The bridge will be closed throughout the WEEKEND (Saturday and Sunday) – On weekdays,…

Nwoko Wins As Appeal Court Dismisses Nwaoboshi, LP Petition The Court of Appeal Wednesday in Lagos affirmed the Tribunal judgment declaring Prince Ned Nwoko of the People’s Democratic party (PDP) as the legitimate winner of the February 25 Delta North senatorial election. In a unanimous verdict, the court dismissed the appeals of Mr. Peter Nwaoboshi of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and that of the Labour Party (LP) candidate, Mr. Ken Kanma for lack of merit. The National Assembly Elections Petitions Tribunal in Asaba, Delta State, had earlier on September ruled that Prince Nwoko, a former member of the House…

Abiodun inaugurates CNG-powered buses to cushion effect of subsidy removal Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, on Monday, launched the maiden Compressed Natural Gas- powered Mass Transit Buses, as part of efforts to cushion the effects of the subsidy removal by the Federal Government. The launch of the CNG-powered buses took place at Arcade Ground, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. Abiodun, while speaking during the inauguration, said his government would leave no stone unturned at ensuring that it provides the needed relief to the people. While recalling that Ogun is one of the first states to implement different transport and peculiar allowances…

I apologise for error I made during National Anthem – Actress Descushiel Nigerian actress and singer, Mercy Isoyip, widely recognized as Descushiel, has issued an apology to both the Nigerian populace and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) for inaccurately reciting the national anthem during the Conference for Senior Police Officers in Imo State. Descushiel, who donned a police uniform during the event, gained widespread attention on Monday for faltering while reciting the national anthem. This prompted criticism from some Nigerians on social media, assuming her to be a policewoman based on her attire. Nevertheless, in a video posted on her…

I have no problems with my dad, Winners Chapel – Isaac Oyedepo The son of Bishop David Oyedepo, the founder of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, Isaac Oyedepo, has addressed recent speculations about his status within the church and his relationship with his father. In a statement shared on his X account on Tuesday, the younger Oyedepo clarified that there are no complications in his relationship with his family, particularly his father, and he remains a steadfast member of the Living Faith Church, also known as Winners Chapel International. I have no problems with my dad, Winners Chapel – Isaac…

Lontor unveils music star, Patoranking as Brand Ambassador Chairman, Choice International, Chief Diana Chen and Pantoranking (seated) and other top management of the company A Nigerian reggae-dancehall singer and songwriter, Patrick Okorie, popularly known as Patoranking, has been unveiled as the Brand Ambassador of Lontor products in Nigeria. Okorie was unveiled as an ambassador of Lontor during the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Nigerian singer and Choice International Group (CIG), the manufacturers of Lontor products on Monday in Victoria Island, Lagos. The MoU between Patoranking and CIG is to drive e-commerce through entertainment. Speaking during the signing…

Lola Mewu breaks Guinness World Record for longest painting marathon   Nigeria might have a new Guinness World Records holder. Lola Mewu has broken the Guinness World Record [Instagram/lolamewu] Nigerian artist Lola Mewu sought to break the Guinness World Record for the longest time spent painting, and she has achieved this great feat. From Saturday, October 28, 2023, to Tuesday, October 31, 2023, Lola Mewu painted different artworks, some of which have already been auctioned. Now she has completed the feat, having painted for 72 hours, beating the previous record holder, Roland Palmerts of France, who painted 60 paintings in…