Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

David Light was defeated by Lawrence Okolie as he successfully defended his WBO cruiserweight title. By Adeniyi Ifetayo In his first fight since leaving Matchroom for Boxxer, Okolie had wanted to make a statement ahead of potential domestic clashes and unification bouts. While Okolie was never in any real danger of not extending his professional winning streak to 19 fights, his performance did little to excite the crowd. Okolie was fighting under SugarHill Steward, the trainer of Tyson Fury, for the first time, something which may have left the 2016 Olympian caught between styles. Nevertheless, despite landing numerous clean shots…

Jigawa and Gombe are known as ‘the most friendly states’ in business affairs By Elegbede Abiodun The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council has released the second edition of the Subnational Ease of Doing Business Report for 2023, which once again places Gombe and Jigawa ahead of the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. Gombe, referred to as the Jewel of the Savannah, recorded a weighted score of 7.15 to emerge as the state providing the friendliest environment for business. Placed second is Jigawa State (6.79), followed in third by Sokoto State (6.88). Since 2017, the PEBEC has been…

2023 AMVCA: Award Organisers Officially Announce Date for 9th Edition By Adeniyi Ifetayo The official date for the prestigious Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) has been announced as shortlisting of nominees begin. The event will take a different shape as it is set to be a three-day procession that would include a cultural day event and the celebration of digital content creators and young filmmakers’ day According to the organisers, the 9th edition of the AMVCA will hold in Lagos, with the main event commencing on May 20, 2023. Wheels have been set in motion to celebrate Africa’s…

PEPSI IS GIVING FANS THE CHANCE TO WIN AN ALL-EXPENSE PAID TRIP TO THE UCL FINALS Pepsi, Nigeria’s No. 1 Confam refreshment is giving an experience of a lifetime to one lucky fan at the UEFA Champions League Final at Istanbul in a never seen before football and music collaboration with fans at the heart of the action. Millions of fans from across the globe will get to experience this cultural mash-up in the form of a combination of the most skilled footballers, and iconic global music artists like Grammy award winner and multi-platinum selling singer, Burna Boy. The UEFA…

Argentina FA training facility renamed after Messi The Argentina national team’s training facility has been renamed after talismanic captain Lionel Messi in recognition of his World Cup heroics and star-studded career, the country’s football association (AFA) said on Saturday. The Casa de Ezeiza in Buenos Aires, which houses the national team set-up, will now be known as Lionel Andres Messi “in tribute to the best player in the world”, AFA president Claudio Tapia wrote on Twitter. “Welcome to the world champion’s house,” Tapia said at the unveiling ceremony attended by current and former Argentina players. Messi ended Argentina’s 36-year wait…

Edo Billionaire Serial Entrepreneur, Interswitch Boss, Bags Award By Adeniyi Ifetayo It was another day of glory for Edo State Born Billionaire, Mitchell Alegbe who occupy the plum position of the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, MD/CEO of African Numero uno digital finance solution provider, Interswitch Limited, recently added another feather to his many caps of achievements. The over $26 billion firm interswitch has made revenue collection, tax payment , bill payment like PHCN, DSTV subscription, interbank transfer easy and seamless. Alegbe, fondly called ‘Mr cashless’ in cooperate world circles by his admirers for his ingenuity, no doubt, had set…

Be Specific in Goals Setting! Last week Thursday, as I was getting set to drive out, my daughter walked to me and asked if was going to work. I affirmed. Then she requested that I buy her something when coming back from work. ‘Ok’, I replied. After about thirty seconds, she said, ‘no don’t buy me something, buy me popcorn!’. As I drove out that day, my mind was busy processing what was going on in her mind which made her change her request to something more specific. She is less than three years old so it was a bit…

Mo Abudu, Idris Elba Partner to Empower African Talents British actor and producer, Idris Elba and Nigerian entertainment magnate, Mo Abudu are collaborating to empower talent from Africa and the diaspora through their respective production companies, Green Door Pictures and EbonyLife Media. The partnership takes a two-fold approach: building TV and film capacity and producing “large-scale global productions.” Green Door and EbonyLife’s development slate will tell stories set in Africa or the African diaspora and will be targeted at the global market, focusing on “bringing authentic, Afro-centric stories that resonate with audiences around the world. Meanwhile, the pair will use…

Mmobuosi Congratulates Tinubu, Urges Nigerians To Embrace Peace & Unity By Adeniyi Ifetayo As our nation emerges from the recent elections, we find ourselves at a crossroads. In the face of escalating tension, violence, and division, it is more important than ever that we come together and embrace hope, unity, and leadership. First and foremost, I extend my sincere congratulations to our President-elect, Bola Tinubu, on his victory. I also recognise and appreciate the efforts of all other contestants, who have played a crucial role in the democratic process. Their dedication to our nation is commendable. Now is the time…

‘I Didn’t Do It To Get At Basketmouth’ – AY Speaks On 17-Years Beef With Colleague Nigerian comedian cum actor, Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, has opened up on his long-time beef with his colleague, Bright Okpocha, better known as Basketmouth. Naija News reports that AY spoke about what transpired between them during an interview with media personality, Chude Jideonwo. According to AY, trouble started after Basketmouth requested him to perform at a show on his behalf and he refused to remit the agreed N30,000 payment. AY said he reached out to the organizer who confirmed he had made…