Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

NMCA Honours Alhaji Musa Halilu Ahmed As The Humanitarian of the Year In a celebration of unwavering commitment and remarkable dedication to stability and development in Nigeria, the organisers of the annual National Media Community Award (NMCA) honoured Alhaji Musa Halilu Ahmed OFR, the Dujima Adamawa and Chairman of TILT Group, as the Humanitarian of the year. The event, held at a glittering ceremony at the Nigeria Institute of Journalism, Ogba Ikeja, brought together prominent figures, media icons, and change-makers from around the country. They converged to celebrate iconic personalities, as well as discuss and deliberate on this year’s theme:…

Last 10 Set of Nigerian Volunteers Receives Awards for Diligence in Sierra Leone The Government of Sierra Leone has given awards to the last set of 10 Nigerian volunteers for carrying out their duties diligently. They were posted out under the Technical Aid Corps programme in December 2021 for a two-year non-renewable volunteer service. The volunteers who are ten in number cut across various professions. Receiving the volunteers on Wednesday, the Director General of Directorate of Technical Aid Corps, Yusuf Yakub described the volunteers as worthy ambassadors who made Nigeria proud by their deeds. Yakub said, “In Sierra Leone, you…

VIV, Set To Be Refreshing And Influential Voice In Music Vivian Ochiabuto known professionally as Viv is a Nigerian born rising star in the music industry, whose voice and songwriting prowess are poised to make a lasting impact. Viv emerges as a fresh and vibrant talent ready to carve her niche in the world of music. Her voice is a captivating blend of depth and contemporary flair, creating an enchanting auditory experience for her listeners. As a songwriter, Viv reflects her society through her lyrical content thus crafting narratives that are relatable. Her lyrics delve into the life, love, inspiration,…

Senator Nwoko’s Bill For Malaria Eradication Agency, Waste Management And Waste To Power Passes Through First Reading Senator Ned Nwoko, known for his advocacy for malaria eradication, presented the bill to address the persistent challenges posed by malaria in Nigeria. The bill aligns with international efforts to combat the disease and reflects a commitment to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3, which targets good health and well-being.  By Adeniyi Ifetayo On 28th November 2023, a significant milestone was achieved in the ongoing efforts to combat malaria in Nigeria as Senator Ned Nwoko’s bill for an Agency for malaria eradication, waste management…

Liberian President, George Opong Weah Winner IAWPA International Peace Prize Medal Award 2023 By Elegbede Abiodun The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) through the office of its International Director, African Affairs, His Eminence, Amb. Dr. John Metchie, yesterday, announced Liberian President, George Opong Weah, as the winner of this year’s International Peace Prize Medal Award 2023. The award is in total appreciation of the just-concluded presidential election in Liberia, which ended up with a runoff election and was regarded as an election that expressed the mind of the people without intimidation or electoral violence as majorly seen in…

TIME Magazine 2023 – Lionel Messi, Athlete of the Year The 36-year-old former Barcelona and PSG forward, led Argentina to win the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the only trophy missing from his profile.  Argentina and MLS’s Inter Miami icon, Lionel Messi, been named 2023 TIME Magazine Athlete of the Year. Barely months later, he snubbed big cash move to Saudi Arabia Pro League to join America’s Major League Soccer side, Inter Miami last July.  His presence in David Beckham’s team had immediate impact. He scored 11 goals in 14 matches in all competitions to help Inter Miami win…

Nassef Sawiris relocates office to Abu Dhabi Sawiris is Egypt’s wealthiest man, with a net worth of about $7.6 billion. Nassef Sawiris, Egypt’s richest man is relocating his family office to Abu Dhabi, joining a trend among notable investors establishing their operations in the sun-splashed emirate. He intends to re-domicile NNS Group in the Abu Dhabi Global Market, the city-state’s international financial centre, subject to regulatory approval.  One of the main factors encouraging high-net-worth individuals to migrate to the country is the low and highly competitive tax rates that help set up new businesses. Bloomberg reported that the Egyptian billionaire…

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have qualified for the 2024 CAF Women’s Cup of Nations in Morocco. Super Falcons defeat Cape Verde away to reach WAFCON 2024 Nigeria’s players pose for a team photo during the Australia and New Zealand 2023 Women’s World Cup round of 16 football match between England and Nigeria at Brisbane Stadium in Brisbane on August 7, 2023. (Photo by Patrick Hamilton / AFP) Nigeria’s Super Falcons have qualified for the 2024 CAF Women’s Cup of Nations in Morocco. The Falcons booked their place at next year’s tournament after defeating Cape Verde 2-1 in the second leg playoff…

Nigeria Victor Osimhen Wins Italian Footballer Of The Year Award By Elegbede Abiodun The star footballer, Victor Osimhen has won the Italian Footballer of the year award after helping Napoli win their first Serie A title in 33 years. He also scored 26 league goals to clinch the award at the Italian Footballers’ Association Footballer of the Year award ceremony on Monday night. “Victor Osimhen is the 2022/23 Footballer of the Year,” the awardees tweeted while announcing the 24-year-old as the winner. Apart from winning the individual prize, Osimhen also earned a spot in the Serie A Team of the…

Nigeria, Africa: Coming To Have Largest Electric Mass Transit Fleet- Yusuf Tuggar The Nigerian Foreign Affairs Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, who is currently attending the COP28 Climate Summit in Dubai, has disclosed that Nigeria will soon have the largest electric mass transit fleet in Africa.   Tuggar made this claim as the Federal Government plans to increase the number of its electric buses from 100 to 1,000.   This information is contained in a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday by Mr Alkasim Abdulkadir, the Special Adviser, Media and Communications Strategy, to the minister.  The minister said that Nigeria is at the forefront…