Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀ is the 5th Nigerian to be longlisted for a Booker Prize, here are 4 others Ayobami Adebayo has been longlisted for the Booker Prize, making her the fifth Nigerian to be longlisted. Who are the others? The Booker Prize is given each year to the best novel written in English and published in the United Kingdom or Ireland. Authors are nominated for the prize based on their quality and dedication to promoting art and literature. Originally, the prize was exclusively open to citizens of the Commonwealth, Ireland, South Africa, and later Zimbabwe. However, in 2014, the eligibility criteria…

Fans reacts to Regina Daniels’ outfit to senators’ wives’ meeting Actress Regina Daniels has earned widespread praise from her fans for her stylish appearance at the executive council meeting of the Senator’s Wives Association. The event, which took place on Monday, was hosted by Mrs. Ekaette Akpabio, wife of the Senate President of Nigeria and the President of the council. In an Instagram post, Regina shared a series of photos from the gathering, showcasing her elegant ensemble and winning the hearts of her followers. Regina’s impeccable fashion sense and grace garnered admiration as she graced the high-profile occasion. The primary…

Drama as Senators screen El-Rufai There was uproar in the Senate Tuesday as former Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai appeared for screening as a ministerial nominee of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu After El-Rufai introduced himself, some senators argued that the former governor should be accorded the privilege of ‘bow and go’ which was given to former governors and ministers already screened. Some of the Senators praised El-Rufai, noting that the former governor has an enviable record of achievements in all the positions he has held. However, a senator from Kogi State Sunday Karimi threw spanner in the works when after…

Cigarette Smoking Speeds Menopause Among Women- UNIJOS Research among postmenopausal women has indicated that cigarette smoking is one of the factors responsible for the attainment of menopause at 45 years, a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of Jos, Amaka Ocheke, has said. Also contrary to beliefs that trace infertility to only one gender, she said both male and female contribute to infertility among couples. “Infertility affects 10-15 per cent of couples, but in Nigeria, it affects 20-30 per cent. About 30 per cent of infertility is due to female problems, 30 per cent due to male problems,…

Nigerian women own 40% of small businesses, according to NBS report Business conditions in Africa seems not to be made for female entrepreneurs. Business conditions in Africa seems not to be made for female entrepreneurs. NBS report reveals 40% of businesses in Nigeria are owned by women. According to the report, women-led MSMEs contribute significantly to economic growth and job creation. Empowerment efforts are needed to support gender equality in entrepreneurship. In a groundbreaking revelation, a recent report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has unveiled a major milestone for women in Nigeria’s business landscape. According to the report…

Why Some Nollywood Veterans Are Impoverished In Old Age – Segun Arinze In response to the growing number of aged Nollywood veterans seeking financial assistance, actor Segun Arinze proposed a solution during a media briefing organized by the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) in Lagos on Tuesday. He absolved the AGN of any blame and emphasized the importance of actors belonging to the guild. Arinze pointed out that some actors prefer to act without affiliating with any guild but turn to social media to beg for money when they fall sick. He suggested that fans should ask their favorite actors…

France Begins Evacuation Of Citizens From Niger Tuesday France will begin evacuating its nationals from Niger on Tuesday, the foreign ministry said, after a coup last week toppled the country’s pro-Western leader. The decision to move citizens out was prompted by attacks on the French embassy in Niamey, and the closure of Niger’s airspace which made regular departures impossible, the ministry said in a statement. France had earlier on Tuesday said that it was preparing an evacuation “in the face of a deteriorating security situation in Niamey” but gave no time frame. There are an estimated 600 French nationals in…

Women’s World Cup 2023: Nigeria Dares England In Round Of 16 Women’s World Cup 2023: Nigeria Dares England In Round Of 16 LAGOS – The Three Lionesses of England on Tuesday at the Hindmarsh Stadium tamed the Chinese Girls in a pulsating 6-1 encounter to top Group D. With the obtained results Denmark faces hosts Australia on Monday, August 7 at Stadium Australia at 1130 hours after the Super Falcons of Nigeria would have battled the Three Lionesses of England at the Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane which has become home for Nigeria at 0830 hours. The Super Falcons slipped from the…

Tech titans in Africa are betting big on AI, according to IBM study. Here’s why Tech titans in Africa are betting big on AI, according to IBM study. Here’s why African tech giants and CEOs are embracing AI as a top priority for its transformative potential. Customer experience ranks highest (54%), followed by productivity (46%) as key business goals. Despite challenges, African leaders see AI as a game-changer for innovation, customer engagement, and sustainability. African tech giants and business leaders are making bold moves as they bet on the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI). In a groundbreaking revelation from…

Wizkid Bags BRIT Award For One Billion Streams In UK Wizkid the latest global artistes to receive the award celebrating over one billion streams in the United Kingdom. On Monday, the BRIT Billion Award organisers, in an Instagram post, announced that the ‘Made in Lagos’ hitmaker has been presented with the award. The Afrobeats singer was given the award after his sold-out concert at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on Saturday. It’s one billion UK streams for @wizkidayo, who was presented with his BRIT Billion Award while in London for his incredible @spursofficial stadium show,” the post reads. The BRIT…