Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

FG eyes zero malaria prevalence by 2025 The Federal Government on Monday launched the malaria modelling programme to achieve zero malaria prevalence in 2025. Speaking during the launch of the first cohort of malaria modelling fellows in Abuja, the National Coordinator of the National Malaria Elimination Programme, Dr Perpetua Uhomoibhi said the malaria modelling initiative involves the use of data in different contexts to make decisions on malaria programme and elimination. Dr Uhomoibhi said though the prevalence of malaria in the country is at 22 per cent, there are improvements in care-seeking behaviour among the populace. “When we talk about…

Amazon, Netflix’s battle for Nigeria viewers relegates local streamers The streaming wars are heating up in Nigeria, as Amazon Prime Video and Netflix battle for viewers, with local streamers struggling to compete. These two global giants have been steadily growing their subscriber bases in Nigeria, and they are currently locked in a fierce battle for market leadership, making it tough for local streamers to retain an audience. The number of subscribers to local streaming services is gradually falling as viewers are switching to these international streamers and this trend is likely to continue as they continue to invest in local…

Development Bank Reaffirms Commitment to MSME Devt The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) has restated its commitment towards supporting Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria. The bank stated that the move is a clear demonstration to MSMEs considering its role in creating wealth and job opportunities for the nation’s teeming unemployed youths. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, DBN, Plc, Dr Tony Okpanachi, at the second edition of its Techpreneur Summit, disclosed that the Techpreneur Summit was set up as a veritable platform which further underscores DBN’s commitment and support for MSMEs and to accelerate their growth.…

Host Communities Laud Dangote on Corporate Social Responsibility  The President of the Dangote Groups, Aliko Dangote, has been commended by communities that host the Dangote Industries Limited (DIL) in Nigeria. Dangote, who is the continent’s wealthiest person, had earlier endowed his Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) with the sum of $1.25billion, with his businesses donating several billions of naira for numerous Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) schemes across Africa. This was contained in a statement issued by the Branding and Communications Department of the company, stating that several billions of naira has been donated by Dangote to support health, education and environment…

Onuesoke Seeks Location of Foreign Visa Offices to Other Parts of Nigeria Former gubernatorial aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and a chieftain of the party in Delta State, Chief Sunny Onuesoke, has appealed to foreign embassies in Nigeria to locate visa offices in other parts of Nigeria instead of Lagos and Abuja only Onuesoke in a statement issued in Warri yesterday, lamented that Nigerians, who are located in the northern and Niger Delta regions of Nigeria, who want to do business with the foreign embassies, are facing a lot of difficulties in accessing the embassies…

Christians Charged to Participate in Politics for Progress The Archbishop, Abuja Metropolitan Province, of the African Church, Most Reverend (Dr) Peter Ogunmuyiwa, charged Christians to participate fully in politics in order to make a difference. Ogunmuyiwa said he was one of the bishops who stood against the Muslim/Muslim ticket, paraded by the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2023 presidential election. The Cleric, however, said he had a change of mind when he had a personal encounter with President Bola Tinubu, shortly before the poll. He stated this while speaking on the topic, “Church and Politics” at the 23rd…

I auditioned for BBN five times before I was selected – Phyna I auditioned for BBN five times before I was selected – Phyna Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Josephine Otabor, simply known as Phyna, has revealed that she auditioned for the reality show five times before being selected. Phyna disclosed this while featuring on MTV Base Sparks alongside BBN Season 6 winner, Whitemoney. Whitemoney said: “I heard that you kind of used my script in the [Big Brother] House. There is a certain aspect of me that you inherited and used to spice up your own game. And…

Mr Macaroni Excited As He Gets Brand New Car at 2023 Trendupp Awards Skitmaker, Debo Adebayo also known as Mr Macaroni has expressed joy after receiving a brand new car at the 2023 Trendupp Awards. Recall that the third edition of the Trendupp Awards was held last night, Sunday, July 10th, 2023. The likes of Kiekie, Toyin Abraham, Denrele Edun, Mr Macaroni, Sheggz, Bella, and more graced the occasion. Taking to his Instagram page, Mr Macaroni shared a video of the happy moment as he expressed gratitude to God, family, friends, and lovers. He wrote: “I am indeed honored and…

Money Africa clinches 1st position at maiden edition of NSIA Prize for Innovation Money Africa clinches 1st position at maiden edition of NSIA Prize for Innovation The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA or The Authority) has announced Money Africa, the winner of the maiden edition of its innovation prize at the NSIA Prize for Innovation (NPI) Demo Day event held in Lagos on Saturday, June 24, 2024. Led by Oluwatosin Olaseinde, its Founder & CEO, Money Africa provides gamified education and B2B2C services to improve financial literacy for its customers. Following a thorough pitch process on demo day, the winners…

5 natural ways to cure body odour without using deodorant. Dealing with body odour can be uncomfortable, not just for you, but also for the people around you, and it can sometimes lead to embarrassment. Practise good hygiene [Pinterest] Body odour happens when the bacteria on our skin mixes with sweat results in an unpleasant smell. Most people use deodorants to hide or prevent body odour, but these deodorants often have chemicals you may want to avoid. Luckily, there are natural remedies besides regular deodorants that can help you treat body odour. Instead of relying on these temporary perfumes that…