Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Nigerian lawyer Zannah Bukar Mustapha receives prestigious Global Citizen Award Mr. Mustapha played a critical role in mediating the release of over 100 of the Chibok school girls who were kidnapped by Islamic insurgency group Boko Haram in a remote part of Nigeria in April 2014, giving rise to the international #BringBackOurGirls campaign Mr. Mustapha played a critical role in mediating the release of over 100 of the Chibok school girls who were kidnapped by Islamic insurgency group Boko Haram in a remote part of Nigeria in April 2014, giving rise to the international #BringBackOurGirls campaign • Mr. Mustapha played…

Shareholders Commend Sterling HoldCo Financial Performance, Leadership Photo: L-R: CEO, Sterling Bank LTD, Abubakar Suleiman; Group CEO, Sterling Financial Holdings Company, Yemi Odubiyi; Chairman, Sterling Financial Holdings Company, Yemi Adeola; Company Secretary, Temitayo Adegoke; and Executive Director/Chief Operating Officer, Sterling Financial Holdings Company, Olayinka Oni, at the Statutory General Meeting for Sterling Financial Holdings Company held in Lagos recently. Shareholders of Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc have commended the board and management of the company for its performance in its operations and earnings, and the diversification of the group’s business lines since completing the transition to a holding company structure.…

Coastal erosion: Netherlands extends helping hands to Lagos Lagos State Government has applauded the readiness of the Kingdom of Netherlands to partner with the state in checking coastal erosion, rapidly ravaging coastal areas, through the Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) investment model. The Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Hon. Ekundayo Alebiosu, made this known while playing host to the trade delegation led by the Consular General of the Netherlands in Lagos, Nigeria, Michel Deleen. The trade delegation came to express their readiness to invest in Makoko, Okunde, Okun Ajah, and other Lagos coastal areas. Alebiosu said coastal erosion is a serious issue that…

Nigerian tech company X-agon taps into $40.80bn African e-commerce market With the revenue of Africa’s e-commerce predicted to hit $40.80 billion by the end of this year, Nigerian tech company, X-agon Digital Solutions Limited, has position itself to key into the market. The company during the weekend launched its first product AnyworkX, an e-service ordering app that connects verified service providers to verified customers. The executive director, product and strategy, X-agon Digital Solutions Limited, Bolaji Abdullahi Bayo Tijani, at a media briefing, in Lagos, said e-service market is huge, stating that AnyworkX app will be deployed in five African countries…

Defense Minister says oil production to reach 1.9 million bpd by year-end Nigeria’s Defense Minister has said that oil production will reach 1.9 million barrels per day by year-end. He said this during a recent interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).   According to the Minister, Bello Matawalle, the federal government is committed to the fight against crude oil theft as a solution to increasing crude oil production in the country. He stated further that as a result of the efforts by the government, crude oil theft is not as active as it used to be. He said: •…

UBA’s impressive ROAE reflects profitability, efficiency, and boosts investor confidence In its 9-month financial results for 2023, UBA achieved 125% year-over-year growth in return on average equity, reaching 44.37%. Combined with a return on average assets of 4.42% and a year-to-date share price gain of 173%, the highest in the banking sector, it reflects improved profitability and efficiency, and is likely to sustain positive investor sentiment. UBA’s impressive ROAE AND ROAA indicate that shareholders are realizing a significant return on their investment in assets or equity. The bank attributed this performance to the growth in profit before tax. The Group…

QueenEnterprenuer reiterates commitment to women, children empowerment QueenEnterpreneur Women’s Foundation, an African-American NGO has reinstated its mission to empowering women and children, driving towards a future where women-led enterprises thrive. At the heart of the organisation are the distinguished Board of Directors and Advisory Board, each comprising luminaries in their respective fields. The Executive Director, Tessy N Egonu, in a recent press statement noted that it envisions a future where gender equality is not just a goal but a reality. She also stated “Our foundation is not just a catalyst for change; it’s a commitment to rewriting the narrative of…

Galaxy Music Awards unveils nominees, goes nationwide 2024 Galaxy Music Awards (GMA) has unveiled this year’s list of nominations, as it warms up to go nationwide in 2024. Galaxy Music Awards is a reward platform aims at celebrating the achievements of the most talented musical artistes from the South-South/South-East regions of Nigeria. With the theme: “Our Sound, Our Heritage”, this year’s edition of GMA will take place in Port Harcourt, River State on Thursday, December 7, 2023. According to the organisers, this 5th edition is GMA’s final show as a regional award, as it prepares to go national next year.…

Sometimes I’ve to be extremely serious for people to know I’m not joking -Femi Babs, actor/comedian Comedian and actor, Femi Babs aka Zualakate was a teenager when he lost his father. But that tragic loss didn’t make him give up on his dream. Known for mimicking pastors, ironically Babs was able to graduate from Covenant University with the assistance of some clerics. In this interview, the producer of Like Father, Like Son opened up on his Nollywood odyssey. Here are excerpts: What inspired your last movie, Like Father, Like Son? I lost my dad early. I was just 16 when…

Tinubu congratulates Uzodimma, Diri, Ododo on election victory President Bola Tinubu congratulates Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State, and Governor-elect Usman Ododo of Kogi State, on their victory in the November 11 governorship elections. The President commends the electorate in Imo, Kogi, and Bayelsa for their participation in the electoral process, affirming the resilience of democratic institutions and the power of the people in shaping the nation’s political landscape. President Tinubu says the outcome of the elections reflects the wishes of the people, emphasizing that democracy thrives when voters reward competence, transparency, and good…