Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Gov Adeleke appoints Davido chairman Osun Sports Trust Fund Davido and Osun Governor, Ademola Adeleke. Photo Credit: X Gov Adeleke appoints Davido chairman Osun Sports Trust Fund. The Osun State Government has announced the appointment of Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, as chairman of the Osun Sports Trust Fund. The government said the move was aimed at raising funds to transform the state sports sector. It also reaffirmed its commitment to completing the ongoing renovation and rehabilitation of the Osogbo Township Stadium, assuring that the upgraded facility will meet Olympic standards upon completion. As reported by the…

Gbajabiamila unveils public school in Lagos The newly established Femi Gbajabiamila Junior Secondary School Chief of Staff to the President, Mr. Femi Gbajabiamila, on Wednesday, unveiled the first-ever public secondary school in the Itire-Ikate Local Council Development Area of Surulere, Lagos State. The newly established Femi Gbajabiamila Junior Secondary School was donated by the former speaker of the House of Representatives to address the long-standing educational challenges faced by the community. Speaking at the inauguration, Gbajabiamila said the hardship endured by students, parents, and teachers over the years has finally come to an end. The project is seen as a…

Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing, Honoured with TMnews Leadership Award It was a night of honour and gratitude at the 12th Annual TMnews Summit and Awards 2025, where Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing, Chairman and Group Managing Director of Adron Group, received a prestigious Award of Recognition for his exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to empowering Nigerians through affordable housing and community development. The event, themed “Securing the Future: A Collaborative Approach to Community Safety,” brought together top government officials, security chiefs, corporate leaders, and humanitarian advocates to engage in constructive dialogue on national security, community partnership, and sustainable development. In his message of…

Verify imported vehicles status digitally with N15,000 – Custom Comptroller-General of Customs, Dr Bashir Adewale Adeniyi …it’s a giant move to solve long-standing issues associated with vehicle clearance and documentation. Nigerians can now verify the status of imported vehicles and the amount of duty payable independently via a digital platform with their Vehicle Identification Number and a verification fee of N15,000 using any locally or internationally issued debit or credit card. In the past, Nigerians depended on intermediaries to verify vehicle status and determine the correct duty payable, which caused delay and fraud; however, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has…

Only 23% of rural dwellers have internet access in Nigeria — NCC • This deficiency in internet access pose challenges to the people considering inclusivity. Only 23 percent of rural communities in Nigeria have access to the internet compared to 57 percent in urban areas, a situation the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, says continues to widen the country’s digital divide. The Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, disclosed this on Wednesday in Lagos during the Rural Connectivity Summit, organised by the Rural Connectivity Initiative. He said the disparity in access remains one of the biggest obstacles to…

Stanbic IBTC FUZE Talent Show 2025 unveils Amy Aghomi As New Fashion Judge The Stanbic IBTC FUZE Talent Show 2025, themed “The Ultimate Show”, has announced the appointment of Amy Aghomi as its new fashion judge, bringing fresh expertise and perspective to the panel. Amy is celebrated for her bold, original vision and her dedication to elevating African fashion. Her brand is known for luxury craftsmanship, bridal couture, and red-carpet designs that blend modernity with cultural heritage. Over the years, she has styled some of Nigeria’s most iconic looks, among them, Mercy Eke’s crystal-encrusted “Diamond and Water” gown at AMVCA…

New Tax Law: Nigerians Questions and Answers Chairman FIRS Zaccheus Adedeji The Nigeria Tax Act 2025, signed into law by President Bola Tinubu in June, will come into force on January 1, 2026. The new laws, embodied in several new acts, including the Nigeria Tax Act, the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, and the Nigeria Revenue Service Act, are designed to streamline the tax system, broaden the tax base, and promote economic growth and outlook of the nation. Here are a few questions and answers to clear our minds. Q: Which specific individual does the Nigerian Tax Law apply to? A:…

Amupitan to resume office immediately after sworn in, ahead of Anambra poll New Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Professor Joash Amupitan. Amupitan is widely regarded for his expertise in constitutional and international law. The new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof. Joash Amupitan, is expected to officially assume office next week, ahead of the November 8 Anambra State governorship election. Officials at INEC informed that Amupitan would formally take over the reins of the commission after his swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu, a ceremony traditionally conducted at the Federal Executive Council meeting, expected to be held…

New tax law, advantageous to low-cadre workers – CITN president Ohagwa … says the fear being shown about the new tax law was unfounded… The President, Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, Mr. Innocent Ohagwa, has said the new tax reform will benefit the lower economic class of Nigerians more than making life harder for them. Ohagwa said this at the investiture of the 7th Chairman of CITN Ilorin and District Society and the inauguration of the executive committee. He explained that the fear being expressed about the new tax law was unfounded, stating that the new law would address…

itel marks World Food Day with community empowerment drive itel Nigeria and partners share smiles with pupils in Rivers State during the World Food Day “Nourish to Flourish” outreach. … giving support both in nutrition and educational development. Leading mobile technology and smart life brand itel Nigeria commemorated World Food Day 2025 with a Corporate Social Responsibility initiative aimed at promoting nutrition, education, and community empowerment in Rivers State. The outreach, themed ‘Nourish to Flourish’, took place in the Kpite and Bunu communities within the Tai Local Government Area last week, benefiting hundreds of children and their families. In partnership…