Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Drama In Court as DSS, Prison Officials Fight over Who Takes Emefiele Into Custody [PHOTOS] There was drama as operatives of the Department of State Services and officials of the Ikoyi Correctional Centre clashed at the Federal High Court in Lagos, over who was to take the suspended governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, into custody. Shortly after Emefiele was granted bail by Justice Nicholas Oweibo and the suit was adjourned till November 14, some DSS operatives were seen in strategic locations and close to the court entrance. Justice Oweibo had Tuesday granted bail in the sum…

National president, Association of Movie Producers, Amb. Dr Queen Blessing Ebigieson and Associates visit the Nigerian High Commission, London 25th of July 2023, the National president, Association of Movie Producers, Amb. Dr Queen Blessing Ebigieson, Famous Otakponmwen, Victoria Inyama and Queen Atud went on a courtesy visit to the Nigeria High Commission, London. We were warmly received by the Nigeria High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, His Excellency Sarafa Tunji Isola and Bukar Alkali Abdulsalam, the Minister/Head Information Culture and Sports. We discussed the way forward for Nollywood and the government role in engaging the Creative Industry to foster a…

Slander: Eniola Badmus rejects apology, vows legal action Eniola Badmus Actress Eniola Badmus has rejected the apology of a woman simply identified as Ego who accused her of pimping ladies for politicians in a video that went viral on the social media. In the viral video, Ego accused Eniola Badmus of being a “Professional Pimp,” alleging that the actress facilitated connections between young girls and influential politicians across Nigeria. In response to the serious accusations that could jeopardize her career and reputation, Badmus vowed to clear her name and promptly initiated legal proceedings against Ego, demanding proof of the allegation.…

Plan your movement: Lagos announces closure of important roads in Yaba, Oyingbo, Ojuelegba, Mushin The Lagos State Government has announced the closure of important roads in Yaba, Oyingbo, Ojuelegba and Mushin as a result of ongoing construction of the Lagos Rail Mass Transit, Red Line. Abdulhafiz Toriola, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transportation, in a statement on Monday said the government has announced traffic diversion from Wednesday, 26th July, 2023 at the Muritala Mohammed Way, Yaba; Apapa Road, Oyingbo and Ojuelegba Road for a duration of 10 Weeks. He said Kayode and Ogunmokun Streets, in Mushin area would also be shut…

Oba of Benin to Dokpesi family: We’re behind you Benin Monarch, His Royal Majesty, Ewuare II, and son of late DAAR Communications, High Chief Raymond Dokpesi The Benin Monarch, His Royal Majesty, Ewuare II, has condoled with the family of the late founder of DAAR Communications, owners of AIT/Ray Power, High Chief Raymond Dokpesi, over his death. Oba Ewuare II gave the condolence on Monday in Benin, when he received the family members of the media guru who visited him in his palace, where he pledged his support for Dokpesi family, friends and well-wishers. The traditional ruler recalled how the…

Fuel subsidy: Abiodun approves N10,000 palliative, others for public servants Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has rolled out N10,000 palliative and others measures for public servants to cushion the effect of subsidy removal. The governor, in a statement, said in line with the current realities in the country and commitment of his administration to ameliorate the effects of removal of fuel subsidy on the well-being of the good people of Ogun State, his government has approved a cash palliative of N10,000 for each public servant, including pensioners to enable workers to cope with the economic shocks occasioned by the…

UBA Foundation Flags Off 2023 Tree Planting Campaign, Reaffirms Commitment To Environmental Preservation UBA Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has taken a remarkable step towards promoting sustainability and fostering Africa’s green revolution. Following the footsteps, Chairman of UBA Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental preservation in line with global efforts to mitigate climate change and advance ecological conservation. As part of activities to ensure the safety of the environment and in line with its environmental mandate, the Foundation on Thursday, flagged off its 2023 Tree Planting Campaign in partnership with…

National president, Association of Movie Producers, Amb. Dr Queen Blessing Ebigieson and Associates visit the Nigerian High Commission, London By Adeniyi lfetayo 25th of July 2023, the National president, Association of Movie Producers, Amb. Dr Queen Blessing Ebigieson, Famous Otakponmwen, Victoria Inyama and Queen Atud went on a courtesy visit to the Nigerian High Commission, London. We were warmly received by the Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, His Excellency Sarafa Tunji Isola and Bukar Alkali Abdulsalam, the Minister/Head Information Culture and Sports. We discussed the way forward for Nollywood and the government role in engaging the Creative Industry…

Kizz Daniel returns with new album ‘Maverick’ Kizz Daniel After the success recorded by his two smash hit singles, “Buga” and “Cough”, Afrobeats sensation, Kizz Daniel is set to take his fans on another thrilling journey with his upcoming album, “Maverick.” The internationally acclaimed artist, fondly known as Vado The Great, has consistently pushed the boundaries of creativity in his music, and “Maverick” promises to be a magnum opus that showcases his true self-expression. In this album, Kizz Daniel bares his soul, offering a piece of himself that he has kept hidden for some time. “The only thing that kept…

Nigerian, Tony Okeke, wins science award in USA Tony Okeke A Washington, DC, USA-based nonprofit organisation, Health and Environmental Sciences Institute, HESI, Genetic Toxicology Technical Committee, GTTC, has selected Tony Okeke, the NNPC Science Quiz Champion, as a GTTC Professional Development: 2023 award winner. Tony was given the award in recognition of his strides in the last four years of his study as a Biomedical Engineering student at Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. HESI has a mission to collaboratively identify and help resolve global health and environmental challenges through the engagement of scientists from academia, government, industry, clinical practice, research…