Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Onome Ebi retires from football at 42 Onome Ebi Super Falcons veteran defender Onome Ebi has declared retirement from professional football. She made said this on her X page, saying though retired her purpose continues by giving back and being a voice for players. She said : “Today, I officially retire from professional football. The journey has been filled with challenges, victories, and lessons that shaped me into who I am today. Though I hang up my boots, my purpose in the game continues — to give back, to guide, and to be a voice for players.” With 100 appearances…

Emergency rule in Rivers over by Wednesday’s midnight – Tinubu Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has terminated the emergency rule in Rivers state from Wednesday midnight. According to his release, the President asked suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara to resume work on Thursday, September 18. He also asked Ngozi Nma Odu, the Deputy Governor, and Rivers lawmakers resume their duties. The emergency rule was declared in the state six months ago. Tinubu said: “My Fellow countrymen and, in particular, the good people of Rivers State.* “I am happy to address you today on the state of emergency declaration in Rivers State. You…

UBA Chairman, Tony Elumelu, Cuts Short UNGA Trip Following Tragic Loss of Colleagues at Afriland Towers Tony Elumelu, Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA), has returned to Lagos after cutting short his trip to New York for the United Nations General Assembly following a devastating incident at Afriland Towers that claimed the lives of several UBA colleagues. In an emotional statement released today, Elumelu expressed his profound grief over the tragedy that occurred yesterday at the commercial building. “I am shattered by yesterday’s devastating incident at Afriland Towers that took the lives of our dear colleagues,” Elumelu said. “No…

Choppies Supermarkets South Africa disposes a portfolio of retail stores to Shingai Group Johannesburg, 17 September 2025 – Choppies Supermarkets South Africa today announced that it has entered into binding agreements to sell 100% of its shareholding in Business Venture Investments No. 2243 as well as the assets of the meat processing factory to the Shingai Itai Consortium, led by Shingai Retail Investments. Business Venture Investments operates a chain of 45 Jwayelani-branded discount supermarkets in South Africa, with a network of community-based grocery stores. The transaction represents the full divestment of Choppies’ interest in the company, transferring ownership and operational…

Coachella 2026: Davido will represent Nigeria at festival Davido will represent Nigeria at festival. Afrobeats singer Davido is set to make a highly anticipated appearance at Coachella 2026, becoming the only Nigerian artist featured in the festival’s line-up. He will take the stage on April 11 and 18, bringing his unique Afrobeats sound to the iconic California venue, Empire Polo Club. The Coachella 2026 line-up boasts an impressive array of artists, including headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G. Other notable acts include The Strokes, Iggy Pop, Nine Inch Nails (in collaboration with Boys Noize), and FKA twigs, among…

UBA Foundation flags-off 2025 National Essay Competition Bola Atta Now in its 15th consecutive year, the NEC invites senior secondary school students across Nigeria to share their thoughts on the theme: “Nigeria is characterised by diverse cultures, ethnicities, and religions. How can young Nigerians deploy diversity to build a united nation?” For the competition, students are required to research thoroughly, get their ideas together, write their essays, and submit the scanned copies of their entries through the digital portal on or before Friday, October 17, 2025. The topic has been carefully chosen to encourage participants to put on their…

FirstBank Announced as Sponsors for Calabar Entertainment Conference Hit FM, the leading radio station in Cross Rivers state, and organizers of Calabar Entertainment Conference (CEC) has announced First Bank of Nigeria Limited as official bank partners for the flagship youth engagement program in the Creative Sector. CEC has held every year since 2017, and now in its 9th year, executive producer and CEO of Hit FM Patrick Ugbe says the creative sector “has not been in more urgent need of interventions that facilitate capacity building, funding, distribution, and thought leadership.” This year’s event will hold on the 17th and 18th…

US embassy clarifies policy on visa fees as non-refundable File photo of a visa US embassy clarifies policy on visa fees as non-refundable The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has given response to concerns about the non-refundable nature of U.S. visa fees, claiming that the policies align with global practices. The embassy stated that fees cover application costs regardless of approval. The statement comes amid public debates on transparency and fairness in U.S. immigration procedures. However, the US, in a statement on its X handle on Tuesday, assured Nigerians that each case is reviewed thoroughly and fairly. It said, “We hear…

Stanbic IBTC Bank announces launch of APPbility In a milestone move for digital banking, Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC (“Stanbic IBTC”), an end-to-end financial institution in Nigeria, is set to revolutionize digital financial transactions through the launch of its enhanced mobile app 3.0 tagged ‘APPbility’. This platform aims to transform the digital financial landscape across Nigeria. APPbility builds upon the foundation set by the previously acclaimed Stanbic IBTC Super App, confirming the organization’s commitment to providing leading digital financial solutions. This launch is not merely an update, but a comprehensive upgrade designed to meet users’ intricate financial service needs. APPbility will…

Around 123 million Nigerians captured for NIN – NIMC * Claims NIMC systems are the most secure in Nigeria. No fewer than 123 million Nigerians have been captured in the National Identity database of the country with their National Identity Numbers (NIN) by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC). The Director General/CEO of NIMC, Engr Abisoye Coker-Odusote disclosed this in Abuja on Tuesday at the International Conference Centre, Abuja, during the 7th National Day of Identity organised by NIMC. Coker-Odusote also disclosed that 52 percent of Nigerians in the diaspora have been captured in the National Identity database while 85…