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 Former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton issued separate statements on Sunday condemning the recent federal law enforcement actions in Minnesota that resulted in the death of Alex Pretti. The Democratic former leaders framed the weekend’s events as a pivotal moment for the nation, with the Obamas calling Pretti’s death a “heartbreaking tragedy.” In their joint statement, Barack and Michelle Obama asserted that the incident “should also be a wake-up call to every American, regardless of party, that many of our core values as a nation are increasingly under assault.” They specifically criticized the “unprecedented tactics” of…
Manny Ita At least 25 civilians and 11 security personnel were killed in a series of insurgent attacks across Borno State on Thursday, January 29, 2026. The coordinated assaults targeted both a civilian construction site and a military installation, highlighting persistent security gaps despite recent government claims of military progress in the Northeast. In the deadliest incident, suspected Boko Haram militants stormed the town of Sabon Gari, opening fire on a group of laborers who had traveled from nearby communities for work. Relatives of the victims, including Hassan Usman and Auwal Isa, confirmed to reporters that at least 25…
Manny Ita Nigerian-British actress Wunmi Mosaku has shared details regarding the physical and emotional challenges she faced while filming the supernatural thriller Sinners shortly after the birth of her first child. Mosaku, 39, who welcomed a daughter in 2024, described the transition from full-time motherhood to a high-profile film set as a “huge shock.” In a recent interview with W Magazine, the Academy Award nominee discussed the biological toll of the transition. “I went from breastfeeding every meal to my baby to pumping. It was a huge shock,” Mosaku stated. “I didn’t realise I was getting a hit of…
Manny Ita The African Development Bank (AfDB) Board of Directors has approved a $3.9 million, two-year project aimed at assisting Nigeria and 12 other African nations in implementing energy compacts to expand electricity access by 2030. Announced in a statement on Friday, January 30, 2026, the initiative is part of the broader “Mission 300” program, a joint effort with the World Bank designed to provide electricity to 300 million people across the continent. This latest phase of the project, known as AESTAP Mission 300 Phase II, seeks to translate national policy commitments into tangible electricity connections for households, businesses,…
APC Announces Congress and Convention Date, Extends Membership Registration By Elegbede Abiodun The All Progressives Congress, APC, has pushed forward the deadline for its nationwide digital membership registration from January 31 to February 8, 2026, following requests from party members and stakeholders. Felix Morka, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, announced the extension on Thursday after the 183rd National Working Committee meeting. He emphasised that the decision came in response to appeals from enthusiastic members still working to complete their registration. The party has also set February 18, 2026, for Ward Congresses across the country, with its National Convention scheduled…
Airtel Africa doubles profit to $586m in nine months Elegbede Abiodun Airtel Africa reported a nine-month profit of $586m, more than double the $248m recorded a year earlier, as mobile data and financial services demand surged across the continent, the telco said on Friday. The company, which operates in 14 African countries, said a $252m improvement in foreign-exchange and derivative results from a $153m loss to a $99m gain also boosted profits. According to the report, revenue rose to $4.67bn, representing a 24.6 per cent increase in constant currency and a 28.3 per cent rise in reported currency, as…
Monthly stipends for Imams, Pastors ~ Bauchi Council By Elegbede Abiodun … says payments will be made without discrimination. The Bauchi State Economic Council has approved the payment of monthly stipends to Imams and Pastors across the state. Governor Bala Mohammed presided over the council meeting which was held on Friday, with top officials from the finance and revenue sectors in attendance. Briefing journalists, the Head of Civil Service, Barri. Mohammed Sani Umar, said the approval covers Imams of Juma’at mosques and clerics of various Christian denominations, adding that the payments will be made without discrimination. He said the…
AGN honours Junior Pope with Nollywood City project By Elegbede Abiodun The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), under the leadership of outgoing President Emeka Rollas, has inaugurated a project to immortalise the late icon Junior Pope, who tragically passed away in April 2024 following a boat accident during a film shoot. In the announcement posted on Instagram, Rollas described the project as his “last legacy” before stepping down. The guild held the official groundbreaking ceremony for ‘Junior Pope Nollywood City’ in Ako Nike, Enugu State. This landmark development spans approximately 150 plots of land and is designed to honor…
Dangote Refinery Reaffirms Capacity To Supply PMS, Diesel, Jet Fuel Daily By Elegbede Abiodun Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reassured of its capacity to supply fuel volumes significantly more than Nigeria’s estimated domestic consumption. The refinery said it can supply 75 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) daily against an estimated national consumption of 50 million litres, alongside 25 million litres of Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) compared with an estimated daily demand of 14 million litres. It also has the capacity to supply 20 million litres of aviation fuel daily, far above the estimated maximum domestic consumption of four…
Manny Ita Nigeria is set to host Uzbekistan in the World Group II play-offs of the 2026 Davis Cup on February 7–8 at the historic Lagos Lawn Tennis Club in Onikan. The International Tennis Federation (ITF) confirmed Nigeria’s hosting rights following the national team’s successful promotion from the African Group III tournament in Zimbabwe. Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF) President, Victor Ochei, described the upcoming event as a major milestone, stating, “This hosting opportunity reflects Nigeria’s steady rise in international tennis following consistent performances in recent years.” He added that the choice of venue demonstrates the ITF’s confidence in the…