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Adeniyi Ifetayo Moses is an Entrepreneur, Award winning Celebrity journalist, Luxury and Lifestyle Reporter with Ben tv London and Publisher, Megastar Magazine. He has carved a niche for himself with over 15 years of experience in celebrity Journalism and Media PR.
L–R: Head of Seller Management, Jumia Nigeria, Nicholas Obasigie; Chief Executive Officer, Temidayo Ojo; Chief Supply Chain Officer, Richmond Otu; and PR Manager, Henry Enyinnaya, during the Jumia Anniversary “14 years with you” press conference in Lagos Photo credit: Jumia Jumia Nigeria has said it is strengthening efforts to broaden access to digital commerce, as it marked its 14th anniversary with new initiatives aimed at expanding participation across different income groups in the country’s e-commerce sector. The firm has also unveiled “14 Years with You” as its official theme for its 14th anniversary celebration, with the tagline “Jolly after Jolly,”…
The federal government and the World Bank have agreed to cancel $717.7 million in undisbursed financing under a power-sector recovery programme after key reform milestones were not met and sector conditions changed. World Bank documents show the cancellation ends the remaining portion of a $1.52 billion Power Sector Recovery Programme (PSRP), according to Channels TV report. The amount cancelled represents the entire undisbursed balance linked to an Additional Financing package approved in June 2023. The bank said no further disbursements will be made under the programme following restructuring approval. Launched with initial financing in June 2020, the PSRP was designed…
As preparations intensify for the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival, FCMB Group Plc has praised the cultural celebration for its growing impact in preserving heritage, promoting social cohesion and stimulating economic activities across communities. The financial institution described the globally recognised festival as a strong symbol of African cultural confidence and identity, noting that its influence now extends beyond tradition into tourism, enterprise and creative industries. Speaking ahead of the festival scheduled for May 29 in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, FCMB’s Divisional Head of Corporate Affairs, Diran Olojo, said Ojude Oba has evolved into a modern cultural institution that connects heritage with…
With the 2026 World Cup just a month away, FIFA has confirmed the official list of team base camps, revealing where all 48 participating nations will train and stay during the tournament. Hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the expanded competition will see most teams headquartered in the U.S. A smaller number will operate from Mexico and Canada. According to the announcement, 39 teams will be based in the United States, seven in Mexico, and two in Canada. Defending champions Argentina and England are among the sides setting up camp in Kansas City, highlighting the city’s role as…
A Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday, 26 May 2026, has ruled that former President Goodluck Jonathan is qualified to contest the 2027 presidential election, warranting a decision that effectively makes way for him to return into the race. The judgment was delivered by Justice Peter Lifu, who set aside a suit filed by Johnmary Jideobi seeking to restrain Jonathan from participating in the upcoming election or presenting himself to any political party as a candidate. The plaintiff had also asked the court to stop the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from accepting or publishing Jonathan’s name as a…
Africa’s Global Bank, the United Bank for Africa, on Monday commissioned the UBA Innovation Hub and Business Office at the University of Lagos in a move aimed at strengthening innovation, youth empowerment and institutional collaboration in Nigeria’s education sector. The commissioning ceremony held at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka, brought together senior executives of the bank and university leadership led by Vice Chancellor, Professor Folasade Tolulope Ogunsola, marking another milestone in the long-standing partnership between both institutions. UBA UNILAG Innovation Hub represents a renewed commitment by the bank to deepen its footprint in the academic space and support the…
FILE: Court gavel and Constitution The Court of Appeal sitting in Akure, Ondo State, on Monday restrained the Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, from removing the Akirun of Ikirun, Oba Olaleken Akadiri. The Osun State Government had earlier declared the stool of Akirun of Ikirun vacant and called on all parties to await the determination of a suit on the stool currently pending before the Court of Appeal. A statement by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, said the government decision on the stool was contained in six White Papers on various committees that investigated issues raised…
File photo: USA flag The United States has disbursed a total of $187,352,312 in foreign assistance to Nigeria in 2026, according to updated data published on the US Department of State website on May 20, 2026, under the ‘US Foreign Assistance’ report. According to the data, Nigeria emerged as the second-largest recipient of US assistance in sub-Saharan Africa during the period, behind Ethiopia. The bulk of the funding was implemented through the US Agency for International Development, which accounted for $186,715,308 of the total disbursement. It was followed by the Department of State with $370,210, the Department of Defence with…
Nollywood iconic actor Chinedu Ikedieze, known as ‘Aki’, has been honoured with a chieftaincy title in Abia State. The actor, via his Instagram page, announced that he has been ordained a Chief with the title – MFR, IHIE 1 of Eluoma Uzuakoli Autonomous Community, Abia State. “My people, I present to you Chief Chinedu Ikedieze – MFR, IHIE 1 of Eluoma Uzuakoli Autonomous Community, Abia State”. Already, colleagues and fans are commending him for the honour. Congratulating him, Chizzy Alichi wrote, “Congratulations, Chief sir Mike Ezurounye commented with clapping emojis Uchenna Nnanna wrote, “Congratulations, Nwannem Paschaline Alex wrote, “Congratulations, Chief…
Elegbede Abiodun • June 17, 2026 is the official national launch date for the renewed rollout. Nigeria’s long-delayed Digital Switch-Over (DSO) programme has gained fresh momentum, with the National Broadcasting Commission unveiling a new “Big Picture” strategy aimed at achieving full nationwide digital broadcasting by December 31, 2028. The Commission also announced June 17, 2026, as the official national launch date for the renewed rollout, describing the framework as a more practical pathway toward a sustainable and affordable digital broadcasting system after nearly two decades of delays. In a statement issued on Monday, the Director-General of NBC, Charles Ebuebu, said…