Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Bayelsa Approves Employment of 2,000 Primary Healthcare Workers As part of efforts to boost the state healthcare delivery system, the Bayelsa State Government yesterday disclosed that it has approved the employment of over 2,000 workers in the primary healthcare facilities across the state. The state Governor, Senator Douye Diri, who disclosed this at the 27th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Scientific Conference by the Bayelsa State chapter of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) held in Yenagoa, the state capital, said 123 of those employed were medical doctors, while others are nurses, extension workers among others. Represented by the state Commissioner…

Comedian Bovi, wife renew wedding vows Nigerian comedian Bovi Ugboma and his wife Kris Asimonye have decided to renew their wedding vows in a unique and unconventional way. Taking to his Instagram page, Bovi shared a heartwarming video which shows him and his wife embracing and running in the waves of the beach. He captioned the post “Vows renewal. Officiating ministers – Mariners”. They chose to have their vow renewal ceremony on the beach, with mariners officiating the ceremony. The term “officiating ministers – Mariners” comically suggests that the Mariners played the role of officiants during the vow renewal. The…

Empress Njamah receives standing ovation in Europe Empress Njamah, the renowned Nollywood actress, was overwhelmed by an outpouring of love and adoration as she graced the stage at the Nollywood Europe Golden Awards (NEGA). The event, held in Europe, turned into a memorable moment for the actress as she not only took home an award, but also received a resounding standing ovation from the captivated audience. The accolade bestowed upon her was in recognition of her exceptional role as a stellar ambassador of the Nollywood industry. A video capturing the heartwarming moment was shared on Empress Njamah‘s Instagram page, revealing…

Tinubu Greets Founder Of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, At 63 President Bola Tinubu has sent his goodwill message to frontline businessman and philanthropist, Alhaji Abdulsamad Rabiu, founder of BUA Group and the Abdul Samad Rabiu… President Bola Tinubu has sent his goodwill message to frontline businessman and philanthropist, Alhaji Abdulsamad Rabiu, founder of BUA Group and the Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative (ASR Africa) on the occasion of his 63rd birthday anniversary. The president, in a statement on Friday, by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, praised the entrepreneurial ingenuity of the renowned industrialist and his abiding faith in Nigeria. He…

Aberdeen Royal Mission Honour Olu Of Warri With Sword Of Faith, Armour History again was made in faraway Aberdeen, Scotland when the Aberdeen Royal Mission weekend presented to His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse 111, (CFR), the Olu of Warri with a Sword of Faith and Armour. Recall that the monarch in June 2022 in Toronto, Canada was presented with the Key of Brampton City for his profound impact and outstanding contributions and support. Representative of ARM, Joe Ochie said the occasion was in honour of Mary Slessor and a symbol of the unbreakable bond between Aberdeen and Warri Kingdom. Making the…

Workers should expect at least ₦‎60k minimum wage  —  Tinubu’s spokesman Ajuri says when the new minimum wage is implemented, workers should expect nothing less than double of their current salary. Ajuri Ngelale appointed as Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity. As part of efforts to cushion the effects of fuel subsidy removal pains, workers’ minimum wage may soon be increased to ₦60,000. Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Bola Tinubu, disclosed this during an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, on Thursday, August 3, 2023. He said when the new minimum…

OAP Nedu Recalls ‘Going Hell’ After Divorce Nedu Wazobia, the on-air personality (OAP), has recalled his struggles after his divorce from Uzoamaka Ohiri, his ex-wife. In 2013, Nedu tied the knot with Uzoamaka — but their marriage crashed in 2018 following a paternity. During a recent chat with MTV Base Africa, the OAP said he went through a challenging period while leaving his marriage in 2017/2018. He said he continued to post comedy skits despite “going through hell and anxiety attacks”. He said he eventually healed from the situation, adding that someone unknowingly played a role in his recovery. “Getting…

Pete Edochie: I’m Shocked Most Of Our Actresses Have Left Their Husbands Pete Edochie, the ace actor, says he is shocked most actresses in Nigeria have left their husbands. Edochie spoke about the spate of failed marriages in Nollywood in a recent chat on a popular podcast. He also made reference to Chioma Akpotha, Ireti Doyle and Tonto Dikeh’s failed marriages. The 76-year-old actor said most women make the mistake of thinking that the grass is greener on the other side. The film star said women should take their wedding vows seriously and remain in their marriages “for better or…

Promo: Access Bank to Reward Customers with N135m ‌ Access Bank Plc, has announced it would reward customers N135 million in cash prizes to 844 lucky customers in its season 15 DiamondXtra promo. The bank also noted that in 15 years it had rewarded cumulated reward to customers is N 6.38 billion. The bank also emphasised that its commitment to encouraging savings and rewarding loyal customers remains unwavering, with this year’s goal aimed at reaching an even larger number of customers compared to previous years Speaking at the launch of DiamondXtra season 15, in Lagos, the Group, Head, Consumer Banking,…

Verve to reward consumers with free fuel, others at its Life Promo L-R: Paul Ohakim, Group Head, Issuing & Acquiring Africa, Verve; Vincent Ogbunude, MD, Verve International; Cherry Eromosele, EVP/CMO GMCC, Interswitch Group; and Chidi Oluaoha, Group Head, Paytoken & Inclusio Interswitch Group at the Verve Good Life Promo launch in Lagos Africa’s leading payment cards and digital tokens brand, Verve, has launched its highly anticipated 4th edition of the Verve Good Life Promo tagged ‘The Verve Good Life Promo 4.0’ to reward its cardholders with exciting gifts and cash prizes. At the launch event held at Radisson Blu, Victoria…