Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

I once felt like dropping out – BU best graduating student Dr Belusochi Joe-Ikechebelu, who emerged as the best-graduating student during the recent convocation at Babcock University, Ogun State, tells IKENNA OBIANERI about her journey towards achieving the feat Were you expecting a perfect cumulative grade point Average when you began your degree programme at the university? My goal was to work hard and do my very best. I was not expecting a perfect CGPA, but I felt it would be a good feat. I am content with my performance, and I know that I did my best…

How I survive tough times — Yinka Davies A popular singer and actress, Yinka Davies, says that she survived the tough times in her life by the grace of Jesus Christ. In an interview with Sunday Scoop, Davies, who lost her 27-year-old son, Jeremiah, on January 29, 2021, said, “It is by the grace of Jesus Christ that one can get through this harsh situation we all are in.” The voice coach also noted that she was content with what she presently had. She said, “I am content with what I am blessed with, and that’s enough. Being flashy…

AMVCA: Fans disagree on Ademoye’s win over, Johnson, Akindele Fans have disagreed over the emergence of Nollywood actress, Bimbo Ademoye, as a winner in the ‘Best Actress in a Comedy/ TV Series” category of the just-concluded Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award. Ademoye defeated Mercy Johnson, Funke Akindele and others to clinch the award in the category. The actress was drawn into the category for her role in ‘Selina’. Akindele and Johnson were also nominated for their roles in ‘Battle on Buga Street’. Social media users however expressed their feelings on the outcome of the nominations in the category.…

‍Real estate firm, communities sign MoU on electricity Electricity NEPA A real estate firm, Pelican Valley, has recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the representatives of the Ijeun Ariobiologbo and Arowa communities in Ogun State. In a statement, the firm said the objective of the agreement was to provide electricity access to the residents by utilising the nearby transformer that currently serves Pelican Valley’s estate, situated approximately 200 metres away from those communities. The Chief Executive Officer of Pelican Valley, Babatunde Adeyemo, who signed the MoU on behalf of the company, said the company took the task…

Dangote Refinery opens, eyes crude from three continents •Buhari, Tinubu, African leaders, others to attend launching •Refinery to meet daily fuel consumption, create 100,000 jobs As the Dangote Refinery begins operations on Monday (today), the 650,000 barrels per day oil processing facility has been designed to process crude oil grades from the three continents of Africa, Asia and America. It was also gathered that the refinery would deliver a surplus of about 38 million litres of petrol, diesel, kerosene and aviation fuel for Nigeria daily, hence it would meet the 100 per cent fuel supply requirement…

2,000 Foreign, Local Athletes to Participate in 2023 Onitsha City Marathon Promoters of Onitsha City Marathon, Onitsha Business School (OBS) have stated that over 2,000 athletes are expected in this year’s marathon in Onitsha, Anambra State. Director of Onitsha Business School (OBS), Prof Olusegun Sogbesan stated this as part of moves to promote the contest which will take place in September this year. “This year’s marathon will feature five international elite athletes, who are in the top 300 in the world. We are bringing them in from various countries, and up 20 other foreign athletes will participate. “We aim…

‍Aleph Set to Make Digital Advertising Accessible to Nigerians Aleph, a global enabler of digital advertising in emerging countries, last week, launched its office in Lagos and into the Nigerian market space to help businesses connect with millions of consumers. The company said its entry into the country would help brands choose the right advertising strategy for their businesses across Meta technologies, including Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, WhatsApp and other social media platforms. Aleph’s entry into the market will help bridge the gap between brands and consumers, and provide a platform for businesses to reach new audiences and grow…

Odebode Elected as Paralympic Committee of Nigeria Boss Chairman Para Table Tennis Division of the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation, Sunday Odebode, has been elected President Paralympic Committee Nigeria (PCN).Odebode polled 12 votes to emerge the new president at the PCN 2023 Elective Congress held Monday evening at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Stephen Keshi International Stadium, Asaba Delta State. He defeated Chukwudi Maduakor, who polled five votes, while Charles Ezenwanwe polled two votes and CP (Rtd) Bankole did not get any vote.For the other positions, Ayinde Shodipo was elected as First Vice President with 19 votes and the 2nd…

Odebode Elected as Paralympic Committee of Nigeria Boss Chairman Para Table Tennis Division of the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation, Sunday Odebode, has been elected President Paralympic Committee Nigeria (PCN).Odebode polled 12 votes to emerge the new president at the PCN 2023 Elective Congress held Monday evening at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Stephen Keshi International Stadium, Asaba Delta State. He defeated Chukwudi Maduakor, who polled five votes, while Charles Ezenwanwe polled two votes and CP (Rtd) Bankole did not get any vote.For the other positions, Ayinde Shodipo was elected as First Vice President with 19 votes and…

AMVCA 2023: Full list of winners AMVCA The 9th edition of the African Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) was held today, Saturday, May 20, 2023. The prestigious event, at the Eko Hotel, celebrated talents in the film world across Africa. Veteran actress Patience Ozokwor took home the Industry Merit Award for her admirable service to the industry. Jade Osiberu’s Brotherhood and Kunle Afolayan’s Anikulapo grabbed multiple awards in different categories. Below is the list of winners: Best Actor in a Comedy – (Movie/TV Series) Samuel Perry (Broda Shaggi) – Best Actress in a Comedy – (Movie/TV Series) Bimbo Ademoye…