Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

See why Zimbabwe’s biggest diamond producer shifted sales to Dubai   Diamond • Zimbabwe’s largest diamond producer has shifted the majority of its sales operations to Dubai. • Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Co. has conducted auctions for 4 million carats of gemstones in Dubai this year • The state-owned mining company aims to achieve revenue of $1 billion by 2030. Zimbabwe’s largest diamond producer has shifted the majority of its sales operations to Dubai, with a focus on direct transactions with cutters, polishers, and traders, effectively bypassing intermediaries. Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Co. has conducted auctions for 4 million carats of gemstones…

Soun of Ogbomosho inaugurates 36-member Coronation committee A 36-member Central Coronation Planning Committee (CCPC) has been inaugurated for the coronation of Soun of Ogbomoso, His Imperial Majesty, Ọba Ghandi Afọlabí Ọlaoye (Orumogege III). In a statement issued by the Chairman of the Media and Publicity sub-committee, The Agbaakin of Ogbomosoland, Chief Sunday Dare, the traditional ruler inaugurated the committee via a Zoom meeting. Chief Sunday Dare said Oba Olaoye thanked and appreciated members for accepting to serve on the committee and taking the time to attend the inauguration. The royal father charged the committee to organise and execute a programme…

Out-of-school children: EU commits £5.4M to teachers’ training In line with its commitment to crash the high number of out-of-school children in the Northwest region of Nigeria by improving access to quality education and empowering youths in the region, the European Union has announced the investment of an additional 5.4 million euros in building the capacity of teachers. EU Commissioner for International Partnerships, Jutta Urpilainen, disclosed in Abuja at the official launch of the €4O million intervention programme on education and youth empowerment in North Western Nigeria through the Global Gateway initiative according to a statement obtained by Punch on…

How Obasanjo missed opportunity to be UN Secretary-General – Gambari Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, the former Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari has revealed how the former President Olusegun Obasanjo missed out the opportunity to become the Secretary-General of the United Nations. Gambari stated this at the public presentation of the biography of the first African UN Secretary-General, the late Boutros Boutros-Ghal. The late Boutros-Ghal assumed office in 1991 but served only one term till 1996. According to Gambari, Obasanjo’s military background disqualified him from being selected by the countries with veto power. Speaking on the event that led to…

Your Breast Not Only For You – Medical Doctor Tells Women Dr. Adamu Ningi, a General Surgeon and Specialist in Surgical Oncology, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital in Bauchi State, said that a woman’s breast is not only for her if she wants to be prevented from breast cancer. Ningi stated this in Bauchi on Sunday during the 2023 breast cancer awareness day and 5-kilometre walk, organised by BIK Foundation in collaboration with Alheri YS Foundation, VC Jones Care Foundation and AABA Life Foundation. “I advise my sisters to please breastfeed. The breast is not only for you, it…

5 things men planning to ‘japa’ must not do Newly married men who are planning to japa with their wives must “shine their eyes” before concluding on their plan, a travel agent has said. Speaking with BDSunday, the agent, who helps prospective travellers to process their documents, said that not all men that go abroad remain married with their women. “The Western world is a different environment. What is not an issue here in Nigeria is a big issue in America, Canada or the United Kingdom,” he said. “The Western world is a different environment. What is not an issue…

VP Shettima hits US for World Food Prize International Dialogue VP Kashim Shettima in U.S Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in the United States of America to participate at the African Development Bank (AfDB) World Food Prize-facilitated Norman Borlaug, International Dialogue slated for Iowa. As a special guest, Shettima would deliver a keynote address at the event which would commence on Oct. 24. In the itinerary of the Vice-President while in the U.S. are high stake meetings across some states of the U.S. with manufacturers, investors and top government officials. On the Norman Borlaug International Dialogue, Shettima will be…

Date set to stage ‘Fajuyi’ play in Lagos, 2 govs, Anyaoku to attend Lt. Col. Adekunle Fajuyi November 5 has been set as the day to stage a play on the late military governor of the old Western Region, Col. Adekunle Fajuyi. The play, which was produced by the Duke of Shomolu Foundation, a historical theatrical plays producing outfit, is to be staged in Lagos. Two state governors have reportedly confirmed their intention to be on the ground to watch the film. According to Mr Joseph Edgar, Chairman, Duke of Shomolu Foundation, the duo include AbduRahman Abdulrasaq of…

Why I chose acting over law in Nigeria- RMD Renowned actor Richard Mofe Damijo, known as RMD, has shared the reasons behind his decision not to practice law in Nigeria, despite being a qualified lawyer. In an interview with Cable Lifestyle, RMD opened up about his journey into the entertainment industry and the way he perceives his role in serving God and fulfilling his life’s purpose. The 62-year-old actor stressed that not all lawyers are meant to litigate in court, and he believes that there are various avenues through which individuals can honor God. RMD described himself as…

NPC partners FCTA, NASRDA, others to host GIS day in Abuja The National Population Commission (NPC) has collaborated with the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), Jamitan Tech Nig. Ltd, the Environmental Systems Research Institute (Esri), and other critical Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Organizations and Societies, including the Office of the Surveyor General of the Federation (OSGOF) to host a GIS Day Event on the 14th and 15th of November 2023 in Abuja. The two-day event, scheduled to start 14th November 2023, has been themed “GIS for Executives” for the Day 1, as…