Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Lagos honours Jumia with top consumer-friendly business Award Jumia Nigeria Jumia, Africa’s leading e-commerce platform, has been recognised by the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) for its dedication to consumer rights and service excellence. The company received the Consumer-Friendly Business Award at the maiden edition of the Consumer Service Week Awards 2025, held on Tuesday, September 30, at Adeyemi Bero Hall, Alausa, Ikeja. The event, themed “Fairness, Transparency, and Trust: Strengthening Consumer Confidence in the Marketplace,” celebrated organisations that promote ethical business practices and safeguard consumer confidence. Jumia was honoured for its seamless shopping experience, transparent return and refund…

Tinubu calls for peaceful coexistence in Plateau, says ‘I never tried to convert my pastor wife’ President Bola Tinubu has requested on Plateau residents to be peaceful and unite for the progress and growth of the nation, saying that he has never tried to convert his wife, Oluremi Tinubu, to Islam. He made the request while speaking at the Funeral Service of Nana Lydia Yilwatda on Saturday in Jos. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the deceased was the mother of Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Tinubu called on Plateau residents…

Find Guide for Application for Virtual Vehicle Tinted Permit The Nigerian Police Force’s introduction of a digital tinted glass permit regime has continued to generate public debate across the country. In April 2025, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, announced a policy mandating motorists to obtain an annual tinted glass permit through an online application process for a prescribed fee. To facilitate the process, the IGP also launched a digital platform, the Police Specialized Services Automation Portal (POSSAP), via www.possap.gov.ng motorists can apply, validate, and manage their tinted glass permits. What is POSSAP? It is the official digital platform of…

Edo Carnival 2025: Benin City set for December show Governor of Edo, Monday Okpebholo Aside carnival, program also includes educational elements and empowerment. Benin City, the cultural heartbeat of Nigeria, is set to come alive this December as it hosts the much anticipated Edo Carnival 2025. From December 21st to 24th, the historic city will transform into a vibrant stage of cultural expression, as thousands gather for one of the country’s most electrifying festivals. The carnival, which will take place at Garrick Memorial on Ekehuan Road, promises four days of non-stop excitement, drawing locals, tourists, and culture enthusiasts into a…

My Challenges After 2023 General Elections – Remi Tinubu The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu … feeling not ready to govern. The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, says she was overwhelmed with fear, doubt and isolation, which questioned her readiness to take on the role of First Lady of Africa’s most populous country. In her 52-page memoir, titled The Journey of Grace: Giving Thanks in All Things, released to mark her 65th birthday, the First Lady said the pressure came after the 2023 general election. The five-chapter memoir is arranged by year from 2021 to 2025, with a foreword by…

FCMB Group Retains International Licence, Offers ₦160 Billion Public Share FCMB Group Plc has introduced a ₦160 billion public share sale to strengthen its banking subsidiary and meet the Central Bank of Nigeria’s new ₦500 billion minimum capital requirement for international banks. The offering of 16 billion shares at ₦10 each runs until November 6, 2025. Proceeds will be used to recapitalise First City Monument Bank Limited and help the lender retain its international licence. The raise follows a ₦147.5 billion share sale in 2024, the first in 16 years. This 2024 share sale was oversubscribed by 33%, with 42,800…

FCCPC approves Coca-Cola’s sale of Chivita|Hollandia to UAC … a prominent food and beverage player in Nigeria. The Coca-Cola Company on Friday declared that the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has approved the sale of Chivita|Hollandia (CHI Limited) to UAC of Nigeria PLC, and the transaction has now been closed. The deal, first announced on July 30, transfers ownership of CHI Limited, a Nigerian food and beverage producer whose portfolio includes juice and value-added dairy brands. Terms of the transaction weren’t disclosed. “We are pleased to have received regulatory approval for this transaction,” Managing Director of Chivita|Hollandia, Eelco Weber,…

Bukky Wright’s Son Gets Married in Grand Style Bukky Wright with her son, Eniola and wife. Credit: IG | bukkywright Congratulatory messages pour in from friends and colleagues for this great news. Actress Bukky Wright has taken to social media on Friday to celebrate the wedding ceremony of her son, Eniola, with his partner, Sara Bonet. The veteran Nollywood actress shared the moments on her official Instagram page with prayers, gratitude, and thanksgiving. She wrote, “This is the day that the Lord has made!! I rejoiced and was glad with so much gratitude to Allah for spearing my life to…

Lagos NURTW boss questioned by DSS for viral video threat File: The Lagos State Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, Alhaji Mustapha Olanrewaju, popularly known as Sego … says it’s an attempt for distraction from his job. The Lagos State Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, Alhaji Mustapha Olanrewaju, popularly known as Sego, has explained why he was interrogated by the Department of State Services following a viral video in which he was accused of making threats ahead of the 2027 elections. In the clip, Sego was heard speaking in Yoruba, saying: “Anyone who…

As Seyi Shay claims once an Illuminati member Nigerian singer Seyi Shay has caused controversy after revealing that she was once a member of the Illuminati, a secret society often linked to the entertainment industry. The “Right Now” crooner made this known during a recent appearance on the OffAir Podcast with Gbemi and Toolz, where she reflected on a phase of her music career. In a video clip from the show that surfaced online Thursday, Seyi Shay explained that her entry into the group coincided with a defining stage in her career. “That’s when I was in the Illuminati. That’s…