Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Furex launches an App for digital assets trading Furex Technologies has launched its digital app to drive secured and seamless crypto and other digital assets transactions. Speaking during a virtual launch, Fure Eviosekwofa, founder of Furex Technologies, noted that the App represents the culmination of the vision for a more accessible and efficient crypto and digital assets trading experience, as it seeks to promote financial freedom for all. He said, “This marks a pivotal moment in the digital finance industry. With a focus on seamless crypto and other digital assets transactions, multi-currency support, and enhanced security, Furex is setting a…

10 best cities to start a business in Nigeria in 2023 Starting a business in Nigeria is favourable for several reasons, including the large and rising population of over 225 million people, which presents significant market potential. Furthermore, Nigeria has one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies, which provides several prospects for enterprises. Nigeria’s wealth of natural resources, including oil, gas, minerals, and agriculture, provides a solid foundation for various sectors. Furthermore, the supporting Nigerian government offers programs and services to help entrepreneurs and startups, thereby improving the business environment. However, with so many cities, choosing where to start can be challenging.…

Why Nigerian artistes ‘blow’ on the international music scene – Seun Kuti Seun Kuti at 2023 Felabration (photo by Elizabeth Fikayo Babalola) Grammy-nominated Afrobeat singer Seun Anikulapo Kuti has revealed the reason Nigerian artistes have made a significant impact and become popular on the international music scene. Seun Kuti, who recently returned to Nigeria after a successful European tour, made this disclosure at The Fela Debate which held on Monday 9 October at NECA Hall in Ikeja, Lagos. According to Seun, Nigerian artistes are so successful and are able to break into the international music scene because of the investment…

Nollywood filled with daughters of Jezebel – Charles Inojie Nollywood actor Charles Inojie has voiced his concerns regarding the growing influx of newcomers entering the Nollywood film industry. In an interview on the Honest Bunch Podcast, Inojie expressed his dismay at the rising number of aspiring actresses who appear to view the industry primarily as a platform to promote their “other” business ventures. In his candid remarks, Inojie labeled these newcomers as “daughters of Jezebel” and criticized their apparent pursuit of Nollywood directors and producers for personal gains. He asserted that these individuals seem to lack a genuine passion for…

INTERSWITCH SWEEPS FOUR AWARDS AT HR PEOPLE MAGAZINE AWARDS, REINFORCES COMMITMENT TO HR EXCELLENCE Interswitch, Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce company has emerged victorious at the prestigious HR People Magazine Awards, held at the Lagos Oriental Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos. The company clinched four accolades, including HR Team of the Year, Outstanding in Employer Branding, Best in Work-Life Harmony, and the esteemed HR Champion Award presented to Mitchell Elegbe, Founder and Group Managing Director of Interswitch Group. Some members of staff of Interswitch after the company won various awards at the HR People Magazine Awards held in…

Regina Daniels marks 10/10 birthday with 10 stunning slides of gratitude Nollywood actress Regina Daniels is celebrating her birthday today with a series of 10 stunning photos. In these pictures, she’s wearing a striking red dress, and she’s marked the occasion on October 10(10/10)with a heartfelt message to herself. Reflecting on the past year, Regina described it as both full of wonder and turbulence. Despite the challenges, she remains optimistic that the upcoming year will be a positive one. She expressed deep gratitude to her Creator for her life, her achievements, and her family. Regina noted that she’s added another…

CHAFHEIN hosts medical outreach in Jahi Community, Abuja The youth-led non-profit organization, Connected Hands for Family Health Empowerment Initiative, (CHAFHEIN), hosted its medical outreach to women in the Jahi community of the federal capital territory, Abuja. The initiative is to serve mothers in underserved communities, especially those with basic interventions in health, nutrition, and education. However, the purpose of this year’s outreach program is to drive the anti-malaria campaign and provide 2000 mothers with basic nutrition, education, and health intervention; while it was held at the primary health care centre in Jahi. The outreach had over 50 women in attendance…

Yoruba Movie Gist Awards Announces 6th Edition, Calls for Nominations” Olakiitan Adetutu Communications, owned by renowned Nigerian Journalist Gbolahan Adetayo, is set to host the highly anticipated Yoruba Movie Gist Awards for the 6th consecutive year. This annual ceremony, dedicated to celebrating excellence in the Yoruba movie industry, has become a significant event on the entertainment calendar. The Yoruba Movie Gist Awards first took the stage in 2018 and has consistently delivered outstanding celebrations of Yoruba cinema ever since. With each edition, it continues to grow in prominence and significance within the industry. The organizers have officially announced the date…

Medplus to Give Female Entrepreneur $30,000 Grant Pioneer pharmaceutical and beauty retail brand, Medplus Pharmacy Limited, has announced plans to give at least, one female entrepreneur a $30,000 grant as it marks its 30th anniversary.  The company also disclosed plans to reach 30 communities across Nigeria offering free healthcare services as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme to assist individuals who cannot afford healthcare services considering its soaring cost. Speaking with journalists at the company’s headquarters in Lagos, Medplus Managing Director, Joke Bakare, said the projects are in tandem with the theme for the company’s 30th anniversary celebration,…

Automobile NGO rewards excellence to reduce accidents on Nigerian roads …set to hold industry award As part of its efforts to protect lives and property, Automobiles And Road Safety Initiative, a non-governmental organisation, is working to promote safety and reduce the number of accidents that occur on Nigerian roads. Speaking in Lagos on Monday in an event to announce the upcoming Nigeria Annual Automotive Industry Awards, Samuel Oloyede Oriowo, president of the initiative, said the organisation is actualising its core objective through campaigns, seminars, and workshops on safety on the roads for stakeholders in the Nigerian automotive sector. “We have…