Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Giving life to the silenced ones can be achieved through Activism Against Gender-Based Violence  – Adeyinka Adeyefa Adeyinka Adeyefa, founder of the Hope Alive Educational Centre, has opened up on the deeply personal and systemic meaning of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) activism, describing it as a journey of healing, advocacy, and justice for survivors across Nigeria. In an exclusive conversation with Seunmanuel Faleye of Apples Bite International Magazine, Adeyefa said activism, for her, represents “three big things at the same time”, healing herself, protecting others, and fighting for stronger institutions. According to her, the first layer of activism is self-healing and…

Abdulkareem’s Instagram, Facebook pages suspended due to ‘suspicious Open letter to Trump’ release Abdulkareem … trying to draw global attention to Nigeria’s precarious situation. Nigerian rapper and activist, Eedris Abdulkareem, has announced that his Facebook and Instagram pages have been taken down. The activist said it happened shortly after he released his new track, open letter to Donald Trump. He said on Sunday that he has been unable to log into both accounts since the song came out. Checks also showed that the pages could no longer be opened. The rapper, known for his strong views on politics and governance,…

First HoldCo Completes Sale Of FBNQuest Merchant Bank First HoldCo Plc has announced the completion of the sale of its 100 percent stake in FBNQuest Merchant Bank Limited to EverQuest Acquisition LLP. In a statement, Abiola Baruwa, the group company secretary, said the sale followed regulatory approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). “In line with the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) Rulebook, we wish to inform NGX and the investing public that First HoldCo Plc has successfully completed the full divestment of its 100% ownership in FBNQuest Merchant Bank Limited to EverQuest Acquisition LLP,” the statement reads. “This transaction…

Dangote Refinery Embarks On Supplying 1.5 Billion Litres Of Petrol In Dec., Jan. L R: President and Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Ltd, Aliko Dangote; Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, South South Development Commission, Usoro Akpabio, during the visit of SSDC members to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Fertiliser Plant in Lagos on Sunday, November 30, 2025 L R: Chief Executive Officer, Dangote Fertiliser Limited, Vishwajit Sinha; Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Dangote Petroleum Refinery, David Bird; President and Chief Executive, Dangote Industries Ltd, Aliko Dangote; Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, South South Development Commission, Usoro Akpabio, during…

Victor Osimhen’s boots sold for undisclosed amount Olisa Ezeasor showing off the boots. Photo: Ezeasor Victor Osimhen’s boots sold for undisclosed amount Assistant coach of Solution FC – an Anambra-based Nigeria National League side – Olisa Ezeasor has sold the pair of boots gifted to him by Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen. He put the boots up for sale at N1m, barely two months after he was gifted them by Osimhen. The Super Eagles striker last wore the boots when he scored a hat-trick for Nigeria in the last 2026 World Cup qualifying series against the Benin Republic. Eseasor sold…

Stanbic IBTC empowers youths via DiSEP initiative Stanbic IBTC Bank Stanbic IBTC Holdings has graduated the fourth cohort of its youth empowerment and digital skills development and inducted the fifth cohort. In a statement on Sunday, it was indicated that the empowerment was done under its Digital Skills Empowerment Programme. DiSEP, a flagship corporate social responsibility initiative of Stanbic IBTC, equips young Nigerians with relevant digital and employability skills, bridging the gap between academic training and the requirements of the modern workplace. The newly inducted DiSEP 5.0 cohort will run until March 2026 and places greater emphasis on gender…

UMZA Air commences Abuja–Ilorin flights with low fares UMZA Air. Photo credit: World Airline UMZA Air on Sunday began commercial flights on the Abuja–Ilorin route with what the airline described as permanently cheaper airfares for travellers using the Tunde Idiagbon International Airport, Ilorin. The Managing Director/Accountable Manager of UMZA Aviation Services Limited, Mr Anachuna Henry, told The PUNCH that the airline deliberately pegged its ticket prices between N145,000 and N180,000, insisting that the rates are “almost 60 per cent cheaper” than what passengers currently pay on the route. Henry explained that the low pricing was not a promotional launch…

Lookman solidifies Atalanta victory with second goal against Fiorentina Lookman celebrates goal for Atalanta Ademola Lookman was mpressive on Sunday as he found the net once more as Atalanta secured a confident 2-0 victory over Fiorentina. Atalanta dominated the contest from the outset, and their persistence was rewarded in the 41st minute when Odilon Kossounou opened the scoring with a stunning strike. Meeting a clever pass from Charles De Ketelaere on the edge of the box, the Ivorian defender stepped inside his marker and unleashed a curling effort into the top corner, an unstoppable finish that capped a fluid attacking…

FairMoney gets credit ratings upgrade from GCR Global Credit Ratings has upgraded the national scale issuer ratings of FairMoney Microfinance Bank. FairMoney’s long-term rating was raised from BBB(NG) to BBB+(NG), while its short-term rating has been upgraded from A3(NG) to A2(NG). The outlook remains stable. Fairmoney MFB, announcing the upgrade, said that the new ratings reflected improvements in the Nigerian microfinance sector and reinforced its strong industry position, supported by its scale, advanced technology, and operational efficiency. GCR highlighted FairMoney’s consistent earnings, strong cash flow generation, and flexible funding structure, which is further strengthened by support from its parent company,…

2025 Trade Fair: FG declares huge success, showcases Nigeria’s rising capacity Ndanusa and Rimi The Federal Government has described the 2025 Nigeria International Trade Fair as a powerful demonstration of Nigeria’s industrial potential, investor confidence and ambition to strengthen its position as a leading export and manufacturing hub on the African continent. Speaking at the end of the closing ceremony of the Nigeria International Trade Fair on Saturday in Lagos, Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, Ambassador Nura Abba Rimi, said the fair showcased the country’s capacity to drive economic transformation through innovation, private-sector partnerships…