Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

London Diamond League: Noah Lyles betters Usain Bolt’s 200m record US speedster Noah Lyles has become the new owner of a 200m record, after he surpassed Usain Bolt’s record in the event at the London Diamond League. World 200m champion Noah Lyles surpassed Usain Bolt’s achievement in the 200m after winning the event at the London Diamond League. Lyles clocked a fast and impressive 19.48s to finish ahead of fast-finishing Letsile Tebogo, who ran a blistering amazing African Record (AR ) of 19.50s, while Zharnel Hughes was third in a British Record of 19.73s. Crazy men’s 200m in London!!🔥🔥 Noah…

FCT residents calls for govt to weed out unregistered transporters, regulate transport system   Residents further stated that bad transportation system had made transport fares unregulated as drivers charge commuters using their discretion. FCT residents calls for govt to weed out unregistered transporters, regulate transport system (REUTERS/Akintunde Akinleye) Some residents in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have raised concerns over unregulated and poor transportation system in the territory and urged government to weed out unregistered transporters. The residents said in separate interviews with a Correspondent of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that this was important in view of the…

Obaseki: Why Edo Govt Can’t Fix Federal Roads in Edo The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, at the weekend, disclosed why the state government cannot fix the Benin-Auchi, Benin-Sapele and other federal roads in the state, saying the government at the centre has already awarded contracts for the repair of the roads. Obaseki, who disclosed this to journalists after the monthly Security Council meeting held at the Government House in Benin-city, the state capital, said much as Edo State is a transportation hub, it is concerned that the major federal road networks in the state, which connect several parts…

Coca-Cola, MTN Foundation, British Council, Microsoft, Others Support Africa Social Impact Summit The Sterling One Foundation and the United Nations Nigeria, co-conveners of the Africa Social Impact Summit 2023, have officially unveiled partners for the second edition of the Africa Social Impact Summit. The announcement, which was made at a press conference held in Lagos, also featured an official announcement of the August 10 and 11, 2023, as dates for the event that will take place at the Eko Convention Centre. The Africa Social Impact Summit, now in its second year, is a transformative summit that will bring together thought…

Image for How to Build Wealth in Every Stage of Life The journey to financial prosperity is a marathon, not a sprint, and it demands dedication, strategic planning, and most importantly, time. Financial strategies are not “one size fits all” and they change as we progress through different stages of life. Your money habits in your 20s may not be as effective in your 40s or 50s. Understanding how to adapt your financial strategies as you age is important in order to accumulate wealth effectively and ensure long-term financial stability. While many strategies are universal (i.e. spend less, save more,…

Women’s World Cup: Nigeria up against co-host Australia Thursday Following a goalless draw against Canada, Nigerians have urged the Super Falcons to go all out against co-host nation Australia in their second Group B match at the Lang Park Stadium on Thursday 27 July (11am Nigeria time). Australia currently top the group with three points with Nigeria and Canada on one point apiece. Bookmakers rate Australia high on 70 percent win probability against Nigeria’s 10 percent, and a 20 percent chance of playing out a draw. Australia has a better head-to-head record over Nigeria having won the Super Falcons 2-0…

Women’s World Cup: Nigeria up against co-host Australia Thursday Following a goalless draw against Canada, Nigerians have urged the Super Falcons to go all out against co-host nation Australia in their second Group B match at the Lang Park Stadium on Thursday 27 July (11am Nigeria time). Australia currently top the group with three points with Nigeria and Canada on one point apiece. Bookmakers rate Australia high on 70 percent win probability against Nigeria’s 10 percent, and a 20 percent chance of playing out a draw. Australia has a better head-to-head record over Nigeria having won the Super Falcons…

Nollywood actress, Chioma Okafor, has vowed never to marry within the showbiz industry. Opening up to KOKO TV NG recently, the Anambra State-born Business Administration graduate said: “I can’t marry an actor. But I can marry a politician. Who knows? I could become one too. But I can’t be a second wife to anyone. I can’t do that. It’s not in my dictionary. My love is not for sharing.” The Domitila star actress further hinted that her parents initially didn’t give their consent when she ventured into movies. “They were not excited at first. When I filled Theatre Arts in…

Nigeria Marks World Breastfeeding Week Nigeria will join the rest of the world to observe this year’s World Breastfeeding Week from the 1st to 7th of August, 2023. The World Breastfeeding Week is a yearly global campaign that aims to increase awareness on the health and wellbeing outcomes of breastfeeding on infants, young children, mothers, families and the society at large. A statement by the National Food and Nutrition Median Team, NFNMT reveals that in Nigeria, only 29% of the infants under age 6 months were found to be exclusively breastfed, while only 42% were put to breast within the…

Made Kuti: Why I Exited My Father’s Band To Start Mine Made, son of veteran singer Femi Kuti says he left his father’s band to focus on his music. In a recent interview, the music star and grandson of Fela said he started performing with his dad when he was 6. Made said he decided to leave his father’s music group so he could write and perform his songs. The young Kuti said his family name does not frighten him but instead teaches him maturity and responsibility. I’ve been touring with my dad since I was about six years…