Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Varsity Degree, Not Yardstick To Success As Nigerian Entrepreneurs Stand As Proof Taking the conventional path of formal education is not a guarantee to achieving financial success. In Nigeria alone, we have seen several self-made entrepreneurs who have disproved such belief. These entrepreneurs have not just built thriving companies without a university degree; they have grown to become employers of degree holders without getting a formal education themselves. See our list of Nigerian Entrepreneurs Who Became Billionaires Without A University Degree: 1. Femi Otedola – Zenon Petroleum/Geregu Power Plc: A household name and a popular energy entrepreneur, he has grown…

Varsity Degree, Not Yardstick To Success As Nigerian Entrepreneurs Stand As Proof Femi Otedola The path to success does not necessarily depend on following the conventional means of formal education. Nigeria have witnessed several self-made entrepreneurs who have reset the popular notion that you can only make it through the walls of schools. These entrepreneurs have not just built thriving companies without a university degree; they have grown to become employers of degree holders without getting a formal education themselves. See our list of Nigerian Entrepreneurs Who Became Billionaires Without A University Degree: 1. Dr. Cosmas Maduka – Coscharis…

Following My Heart Helps To Choose Galatasaray Over Saudi League Following My Heart Helps To Choose Galatasaray Over Saudi League Victor Osimhen, 26, had a sensational loan spell with Turkish giants Galatasaray last season, netting 37 goals and providing eight assists in 41 matches across all competitions. With his exceptional performance as he powered the club to a Super Lig and Turkish Cup double, he also earned the prestigious Golden Boot award. Though heavily courted by Saudi Pro League powerhouse Al Hilal and several top European clubs, Osimhen opted to remain in Istanbul after Galatasaray splashed €75 million to sign…

Jonathan Reveals Betrayal In 2015 When Re-contested Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said he was betrayed while running for re-election in 2015. Jonathan made the statement in Benin, the capital of Edo State, while celebrating Chief Mike Aiyegbeni Oghiadomhe’s 70th birthday. He acknowledges Oghiadomhe to be one of his few buddies who will go to any length for him. “Politics in the Nigerian standard is about betrayals,” said the former President of Nigeria. “I have witnessed a lot of betrayal during the 2015 election. You will find it difficult to see somebody who says the same thing in the morning,…

Temi Otedola Adopts Husband’s Surname Temi Otedola, daughter of billionaire businessman Femi Otedola has officially adopted her husband’s surname on Instagram following her high-profile marriage to Afrobeats star Oluwatosin Ajibade, popularly known as Mr Eazi. The 29-year-old actress shared a wedding photograph on her verified Instagram page with the caption: “Mr and Mrs Ajibade.” Her profile name has since been updated to “Temiloluwa Ajibade,” a move that has sparked widespread reactions online. Temi and Mr Eazi tied the knot in August, hosting a string of ceremonies across three countries. The celebrations included a civil wedding in Monaco, a traditional Yoruba…

National Youth Games: Sanwo-Olu celebrates Team Lagos for winning 9th edition Team Lagos emerges winner of National Youth Games in Asaba…Photo Credit: Facebook | (Babajide Sanwo-Olu) Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has praised Team Lagos for their record-breaking display at the 9th National Youth Games, which ended on Saturday in Asaba, Delta State. The state emerged as champions with a total of 110 medals, including 52 golds, 32 silvers, and 26 bronzes, confirming its dominance in youth sports nationwide. In a social media post on Sunday, Sanwo-Olu praised the athletes’ hard work and the efforts of the coaches and the…

FIFA announces officials for Nigeria, S’Africa World Cup qualifiers for Tuesday FIFA announces officials for Nigeria, S’Africa World Cup qualifiers for Tuesday World football’s governing body, FIFA, has confirmed the appointment of Gabonese referee Pierre Ghislain Atcho to take charge of the high-stakes 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clash between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and South Africa in Bloemfontein. The showdown, billed for Tuesday, will be played at the Toyota Stadium and marks Matchday 8 of the African qualification series. In its appointment list, FIFA stated: “Gabonese official Pierre Ghislain Atcho will referee the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match between…

US visa policy: Interviews to be done in country of residence File photo: Visa The US Department of State has declared a major policy change for non-immigrant visa applicants, requiring them to schedule their interviews “at the US Embassy or Consulate in their country of nationality or residence.” The new guidance, effective immediately, was published on September 6, 2025, on the State Department’s official visa portal. The update supersedes all previous instructions on designated visa processing locations. The Department noted: “Nationals of countries where the U.S. government is not conducting routine nonimmigrant visa operations must apply at the designated embassy…

World Cup qualifier: Super Eagles beat Rwanda, rekindling hope Super Eagles beat Rwanda, rekindling hope. A strike at no51st minute by substitute Tolu Arokodare was enough to help the Super Eagles of Nigeria pick the maximum points in Saturday’s match against the Amavybi of Rwanda in 2026 World Cup qualifying series. The match which took place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, saw Osimhen score an early but this was ruled for an offside by the referee. Osimhen who later picked up an injury was in less than 30 minutes of play was replaced by the Panathinaikos forward, Cyriel…

Gov Adeleke honours his word, gives puff-puff seller appointment, scholarship Governor Ademola Adeleke and Ms. Oluwatosin Adejumo, in the Osun State Government House. Photo credit: Governor Ademola Adeleke / X A street puff-puff vendor, Ms. Oluwatosin Adejumo, has been appointed as a chef in the Osun State Government House after meeting Governor Ademola Adeleke during a recent labour rally in Osogbo. It was reported on August 29 that Adeleke surprised a puff-puff seller during a rally in Osogbo by buying all her snacks with ₦50,000, and offering her employment as a chef at the Government House. Adeleke announced the appointment…