Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Sony Group is set to invest $10 million in Africa’s entertainment sector Sony announces investment plans in Africa’s entertainment sector [Sony] Good news for people seeking to start something impactful in the creative sector. Sony Group’s Entertainment has revealed its plans to invest in start-up entertainment companies in some countries in Africa. In an announcement on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, Sony pledged to support Africa’s entertainment businesses through Sony Innovation Fund: Africa (SIF: AF). Speaking on the investment, Gen Tsuchikawa, the CEO of Sony Ventures, in an exclusive with TechCrunch, revealed that the company remains fully committed to its entertainment…

AFCON: John Mikel-Obi makes up with Drogba and Kalou in Ivory Coast Ex-Nigerian midfielder John Mikel-Obi has linked up with Drogba and Kalou in Ivory Coast after dragging and calling them ‘stingy’ ex-teammates. Mikel Obi, a former captain of the Super Eagles, will take part in the AFCON 2023 draws in Cote d’Ivoire. The legendary Chelsea midfielder has been invited alongside ex-teammates Drogba and Kalou for the AFCON 2023 draws on Thursday in Abidjan. The one-time AFCON winner has reunited with his former Chelsea teammates as he makes up with the Ivorian stars. Mikel with Drogba and Kalou  According to…

NCC restores regulatory services to Globacom after paying N154B debt Mike Adenuga, Chairman, Globacom The Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) said it has restored regulatory services to Globacom Limited, a telecommunications company after it cleared its outstanding debt of N154 billion. This was made known in a statement signed by the Director, Public Affairs at NCC, Mr Reuben Muoka. It said that the Telco had obligations to the Commission for unpaid Spectrum Fees, Numbering Fees and Annual Operating Levy (AOL). According to the statement, the Commission has also stepped down planned enforcement action against Globacom over its breach of extant…

“Sometimes I Dey Think Like Munmu” – Comedian, Sabinus Explains Why He Shaved His Hair Popular Nigerian comedian, Sabinus has opened up on why he decided to shave off his dreadlocks after many years. It would be recalled that the comedian who has been sporting his dreads for years decided to shave everything off, keeping a low cut. During a recent interview, he was asked about what had motivated his decision to do so. He revealed that he had been keeping the hair for a long time and it had become too much of a burden for him. According to…

Nigerians jubilate as Mayorkun drops “Lowkey” Afropop star Mayorkun has dropped a new tune for his fans and this one is titled “Lowkey”. The Mayor of Lagos as he is fondly called has been relatively inactive but all that is about to end as he unleashes this track that shows where his heart is at. It seems Mayorkun has been “served breakfast” because his lyrics are self-explanatory. He also shared what he has been through lately with the folks around him. The song is doing well so far as Nigerians have taken to social media to shower praises on…

Nigeria vs Saudi Arabia: Iheanacho, others boost Super Eagles’ camp Ahead of the international friendly against Saudi Arabia, the Nigerian national football team has welcomed four additional players to their training camp in Portugal. Among the new arrivals are Kelechi Iheanacho and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, both of whom have ties to Manchester City’s academy. Former Watford goalkeeper Maduka Okoye and Brentford midfielder Frank Onyeka have also joined the squad. Despite their recent club commitments, these players have reported for international duty. Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, a 2019 Flying Eagles invitee, met his new teammates and participated in his first training session with the…

Conflict: Knocks for Adeboye over prayers for Israel Nigerians have berated the General Overseer of Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor E.A Adeboye, over his statement regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict. ThisNigeria reports that Adeboye, in a video message released on Wednesday, had declared support for Israel, urging members of the RCCG to pray for the country. He said “Hello my beloved brothers in Israel, I want you to know that we are praying for you, that all members of the Redeemed Christian Church of God all over the world are standing by you at this critical moment. “The almighty…

SMEDAN empowers 40 entrepreneurs with digital skills, laptops in FCT The Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency of Nigeria on Thursday in Abuja empowered 40 entrepreneurs with ICT skills and laptops to promote their businesses. The Director-General of SMEDAN, Dr Olawale Fasanya, gave the laptops to the beneficiaries at the end of a three-day ICT/digital skills training programme for Micro Small and Medium Enterprises. He said that the aim was to empower the youth with digital knowledge and tools needed to grow their businesses online. While emphasising the importance of ICT in doing business, Fasanya said that the role of…

Why I begged God not to give me girl child – Comedienne, Real Warri Pikin Popular Comedienne, Anita Asuoha, Real Warri Pikin, has revealed that she begged God not to give her a girl child before getting married. She said she made the request because of her childhood experience. The thespian said she had thought raising a girl child would be tough and complicated. She, however, said as God would have it, he blessed her with two daughters and she couldn’t be more proud of herself so far. Real Warri Pikin disclosed this while celebrating her daughters on the occasion…

American investors eye opportunities in Nigeria Some investors from the United States of America have expressed optimism about the investment opportunities that are in Nigeria. The investors, who are part of the USAID-sponsored American Institutional Investor Reverse Roadshow, spoke at a reception hosted by the Consul General of the United States of America in Nigeria, Will Stevens, at his residence on Tuesday. USAID, in partnership with the US government’s Prosper Africa, and Power Africa initiatives, hosted the roadshow to expose American investors to investment opportunities and the investment ecosystem in Nigeria. The delegation was made up of 12 executives from…