Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Shina Peller distributes over 2000 rams to Muslims The immediate past member of the National Assembly, representing Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajowa Federal Constituency, Oyo State, Shina Abiola Peller, has distributed over 2000 rams to the Muslims in the constituency and, by extension, Oyo North Senatorial District, to make this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration worthwhile. Peller, who personally supervised the distribution of the rams alongside bags of rice and other items in Iseyin, Iseyin Local Government Area of the state, urged them to live in peace and harmony with one another. He said, “Over 2000 families benefited from this humanitarian gesture. This is…

Igbo festival to attract 45,000 participants in US In a bid to promote Nigeria’s culture, no fewer than 45,000 persons are expected to participate in an Igbo festival in the United States of America. The Igbo Fest, which has been going on for 28 years, is scheduled for Minnesota, U.S., on August 10 and 11, 2023. Briefing journalists in Abuja on Wednesday, Igbo Fest Cultural Ambassador, Peter Egbudom, said with the dwindling economy, Nigeria was in dire need of legitimate foreign investment through tourism, noting that the country’s rich cultural heritage can be harnessed to attract Foreign Direct Investment. He…

Shun social vices, Attih Soul urges youths Nigerian-born international artist and singer Attih Ekpenyong, popularly called Attih Soul, has urged youths to embrace hardwork and shun every form of social vices. Attih Soul, while speaking during a media chat with journalists said “Counsel to the youths: Nothing good comes easily. They must work hard for it”, you can achieve your dream and “if you never try, you never know” what you can do and achieve in life. “Things I’ve done: Just recently I signed a management deal with a French company talent and skills, set to release my EP on…

Empowering African Artists on an International Stage Last week we reported on the story of Spotify venturing heavily into the Afrobeats space, and this week we hear of a dedicated record label that promises to reshape the African music industry, Decadence Records has emerged as a beacon of hope for aspiring artists across the continent. Led by industry veteran Lloyd Perrin and headed by renowned A&R expert David Yeboah, the label is dedicated to providing fair deals and an international focus to African talent. Decadence Records has a boutique style with a major punch, thanks to its innovative marketing…

World Bank, IMF, others back Tinubu’s economic reforms …N3.9trn savings expected this year on subsidy removal The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have lauded President Bola Tinubu’s decision to carry out what they termed as bold reforms. The World Bank estimates that Nigeria will save N3.9 trillion in 2023, equivalent to 1.6 percent of GDP, following petrol subsidy removal and FX unification move. “The recently undertaken PMS subsidy an FX reforms are historic, NGN3.9 trillion in savings in 2023 alone, stops Nigeria from going over a fiscal cliff and sets the stage for a new, upward Investment,…

13 ways to stop overthinking and start living in the present moment I’ve been an overthinker for as long as I can remember. There were countless times when I worried too much about the “what ifs” and “could be” that it sucked the joy out of me. While I believe I’ve made much progress when it comes to calming my anxious mind, I can’t deny that I still catch myself going round and round over even the tiniest things. But if there’s one thing I’ve learned about this dilemma, it’s this: Your mind only has as much power over you…

Onasanya Harps on making education accessible to every child, donates classrooms to Ilara community PIX -1] L-R: Olori Yetunde Ogunsanwo, HRM Oba (Dr) Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, (Telade IV) The Alara of llora Kingdom, Dr. Bisi Onasanya, Chairman/Founder, The Address Homes Ltd, Rrn. Omorunde Lawson, District Governor, 2022-2023 and Rtn. Joseph O. Akhigbe, President, Rotary Club of Lagos and students of Dowen College during the commissioning of block of 6 classrooms with fully equipped library donated by Dr. Onasanya for Ilara Model Primary School, Along Igbonla Road, Igboku-Kekere llara, Eredo LCDA, Epe Division, Lagos State, on Monday June 26, 2023 The…

Canada unveils new immigration pathways to attract foreign tech talent Canada has unveiled its inaugural tech talent strategy, introducing fresh immigration pathways to entice foreign tech experts into the country’s thriving digital landscape. The announcement was made by Sean Fraser, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, during the Collision 2023 event held on Tuesday. As part of the strategy, the Canadian government has introduced an “innovation stream,” offering open work permits for up to five years to highly skilled professionals in select high-demand occupations. Additionally, the program includes employer-specific work permits for the same duration, benefiting talents employed by…

Eid-el-Kabir: Adron Homes Greets Muslim Customers, preaches love, sacrifice and investment The management of leading real estate firm, Adron Homes and Properties has sent their greetings to all Islamic faithfuls across the globe, especially their customers and tenants on the celebration of Eid-el-Kabir. Eid is a festival known as the Festival of Sacrifice which is one of the most significant religious celebrations in the Islamic calendar. This festival is celebrated by Muslims all over the world to commemorate the act of obedience to Allah. According to the Group Managing Director of the Company; Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing, he disclosed that; we…

Lafarge Unveils Eco-Friendly Cement In demonstrating its effort towards the global climate change commitment of net zero emissions, Lafarge Africa Plc has announced the launch of its Eco Label… In demonstrating its effort towards the global climate change commitment of net zero emissions, Lafarge Africa Plc has announced the launch of its Eco Label cement brand. The company, in a statement, said that by the production of the eco-friendly cement, Lafarge’s end-users had the opportunity to make greener choices and accelerate the country’s carbon reduction journey in the manufacturing sector. Speaking on the initiative, Country Chief Executive Officer, Lafarge Africa…