Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi
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.
Manny Ita Afrobeats star Davido is at the centre of a widely publicised paternity dispute after a teenage girl, Mitchelle Anuoluwapo Adeleke, publicly appealed to the singer to submit to a DNA test to establish whether he is her biological father. The matter resurfaced in January 2026 after the 12‑year‑old shared an emotional message on social media in which she described years of bullying and psychological distress linked to the unresolved claim and appealed respectfully to Davido to consider a fresh test to confirm her identity. In response, Davido has strongly denied paternity and said he has already taken multiple…
Manny Ita Nigerian Afrobeats artists Wizkid and Asake have released a new collaborative single, “Jogodo,” the lead track from their upcoming joint EP REAL, Vol. 1, which is scheduled for release on January 23, 2026. The single, which debuted on January 16, marks the first official extended play jointly credited to both artists, following previous collaborations on singles such as “MMS” and “Bad Girl.” Produced by Magicsticks, “Jogodo” blends Afrobeats rhythms with percussion and brass elements, featuring vocals in Nigerian Pidgin and Yoruba. The track’s lyrics explore themes of nightlife and indulgence, with both artists delivering alternating verses in a…
Manny Ita The National E-Soccer Pro League Division 2 officially kicked off on January 17, 2026, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s fast-growing gaming and esports industry. Organisers say the competition is a key component of a structured “Road to Pro” system aimed at professionalising competitive gaming and positioning Nigeria as a leading digital entertainment hub in Africa. The Division 2 league will run for seven weeks and features 20 players who qualified from the recently concluded Division 3. At the end of the season, the top eight competitors will secure promotion to the Division 1 Pro League, which is…
AFCON 2025: Nigeria get victory over Egypt with 4-2 on penalties, win third-place File: Super Eagles Victory extended Nigeria’s remarkable dominance in AFCON bronze matches. The Super Eagles defeated Egypt’s Pharaohs 4-2 on penalties on Saturday to claim the bronze medal in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after a tense third-place playoff at the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca. The encounter ended goalless after 90 minutes, forcing the contest into a shootout where goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali again proved decisive, saving spot-kicks from Mohamed Salah and Oumar Marmoush to hand Nigeria their ninth AFCON third-place finish and maintain their…
Manny Ita Nigeria’s fuel supply dynamics shifted sharply in December and January as increased output from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery significantly reduced the country’s dependence on imported petrol, marking what industry observers describe as a turning point in the long-running “battle for the pump.” Data from sector regulators show that petrol supply from the Dangote Refinery surged by about 64 per cent over the period, rising to an estimated 32 million litres per day. The increase in locally refined petrol had a direct impact on imports, which fell by approximately 19 per cent during the same period. Despite the decline,…
Manny Ita Maserati has opened 2026 with a major showcase at the Brussels Motor Show, marking a century of its involvement in motorsport and 100 years of its Trident emblem. The Italian luxury carmaker presented a wide range of vehicles spanning supercars, electric models and bespoke Fuoriserie creations, underscoring both its heritage and current design and engineering direction. Among the highlights was the debut appearance of the MCPURA Cielo, the open-top successor to the MC20 Cielo, alongside the all-electric GranCabrio Folgore and Grecale Folgore. Maserati also displayed the special-edition Grecale Lumina Blu, reinforcing its expanding portfolio of battery-electric and performance-focused…
Manny Ita Providus Bank is in the final stages of a landmark merger with Unity Bank Plc, a consolidation expected to create Nigeria’s ninth-largest lender by total assets and significantly reshape the country’s banking landscape. The transaction, which has received shareholder approval from both institutions, involves the transfer of Unity Bank’s assets and liabilities to Providus Bank, with Unity Bank ceasing to exist as a standalone entity upon completion. Under the merger scheme, Unity Bank shareholders were offered either a cash consideration or an equity swap, reflecting efforts to balance investor interests while strengthening the capital base of the enlarged…
Manny Ita Tens of thousands of residents in the eastern senatorial district of Sokoto State have begun a mass exodus toward the Niger Republic following a series of dire warnings and renewed attacks from notorious bandit kingpin Bello Turji. Local stakeholders and security analysts confirmed on Saturday, January 17, 2026, that over 20 settlements in the Isa Local Government Area (LGA) have been largely deserted as families abandon their ancestral homes to seek refuge across the international border. The humanitarian crisis escalated after a viral video emerged showing long convoys of overloaded vehicles and pedestrians carrying basic belongings out of…
Manny Ita The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) issued a comprehensive clarification on Friday, January 16, 2026, to address widespread public concern regarding rumored new taxes on electronic money transfers and personal savings. In a statement signed by Dare Adekanmbi, Special Adviser on Media to the NRS Chairman, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, the agency dismissed reports of a new levy on “principal sums,” describing such narratives as “misleading” and designed to cause unnecessary panic within the financial system. The revenue agency emphasized that the 7.5% Value-Added Tax (VAT) currently being discussed is not a fresh imposition under the Nigeria Tax Act 2025,…
Tinubu ends Abu Dhabi summit, back to Nigeria While away, UAE signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement with Nigeria. President Bola Tinubu has arrived Abuja after attending the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, where he witnessed the signing of a trade agreement between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates. Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed the President’s return in a statement released on Saturday. The statement is titled ‘President Tinubu returns to Nigeria after Abu Dhabi trip.’ The President departed Nigeria for Paris on Sunday, December 28, 2025, for the remaining portion of his annual leave.…