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.
NAFDAC Cautions Over Circulation of Fake Malaria Drug … beware of the fake. The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) mops up fake malaria drug has alerted the public to the circulation of counterfeit Combiart Dispersible Tablet 20/120mg in the country. In a post on its X handle on Thursday, the agency said it had alerted its offices nationwide to begin the immediate mop-up of the fake malaria drug manufactured by Strides Arcolab Limited, based in India. “This product was discovered in the FCT and Rivers State, during surveillance activities conducted by officers of the Post…
Seven Startups Get N145 Prize in WEMA Bank’s Hackaholics 5.0 Grand Finale Wema Bank awards N145 million to Seven Outstanding Innovators At The Hackaholics 5.0 Grand Finale Wema Bank, Nigeria’s most innovative bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has successfully concluded the 5th edition of its Hackaholics initiative, a premier ideation designed to empower and support the nation’s brightest tech innovators. The grand finale, which took place recently in Lagos, witnessed a remarkable showcase of ingenuity and problem-solving prowess, culminating in seven startups sharing an impressive N145 million in prize money—nearly double the initial prize fund…
Australia discontinues use of Social Media for Under-16 Social media Australia discontinues use of Social Media for Under-16. Australia’s parliament on Thursday passed a world-first law banning social media for children under 16, putting tech companies on notice to tighten security before a cut-off date that’s yet to be set. The ban came following the passage of a groundbreaking law in parliament. The new law was drafted in response to what the Labor Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, described as a “clear, causal link between the rise of social media and the harm [to] the mental health of young Australians. “We…
Change of name, not a requirement for redeployment – NYSC Corps members – courtesy, TheCable Change of name, not a requirement for redeployment – NYSC The National Youth Service Corps has announced that change of name will no longer be a requirement for married female corps members seeking redeployment. This is contained in a circular signed by the service’s Director Corps Mobilisation, Abubakar Mohammed, and issued to directors, Ag. Directors State and Federal Capital Territory, FCT Coordinators. The circular dated November 25, 2024, titled, “Review of criteria for concessional, deployment/relocation for married female corps members” revealed that the management has…
Port Harcourt refinery: Sale of PMS at N1,030 — PETROAN Port Harcourt Refinery Port Harcourt refinery: Sale of PMS at N1,030 — PETROAN The Petroleum Products Retail Outlet Owners Association of Nigeria has said the Port Harcourt refinery will sell its petrol at N1,030 per litre, stating that the refinery is working as claimed by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited. In a statement on Thursday night, PETROAN spokesman, Joseph Obele, said the NNPC announced to the association that a litre of premium motor spirit goes for N1,030 at the refurbished refinery. The PETROAN spokesman said, “NNPC Retail Ltd has…
Construction of new refinery: FG gives approval of 27,000 barrels daily Port Harcourt refinery Construction of new refinery as Federal government gives approval of 27,000 barrels daily. The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, has announced the approval of a licence for the construction of a new refinery. The approval given to a company named Process Design and Development Limited is to establish and construct a new 27,000 barrels per day refinery. It said the facility will be located in Dole-Wure, Akko area of Gombe State. The authority in a post on its official X…
Accion MfB addresses digital lending impacts on SMEs Accion Microfinance Bank Accion MfB addresses digital lending impacts on SMEs. The seventh edition of the Financial Inclusion Seminar of Accion Microfinance Bank will explore the impact of rising digital lending on the informal sector. This year’s event with the theme, ‘Digital Lending: A Path to Financial Inclusion or a Barrier for the Informal Sector?’ is scheduled to be held virtually. Via this platform, Accion MfB has over the years been at the forefront of driving crucial conversations around the evolving role of microfinance banks in expanding access to financial services, the…
FCMB, EStars collaborate to introduce esports education to Nigerian schools FCMB, EStars collaborate to introduce esports education to Nigeria schools. First City Monument Bank (FCMB) is working with EStars to bring esports education to Nigerian schools. They want to introduce Nigerians aged 7 to 14 across primary and secondary schools to essential skills for thriving in a digital world early in life. EStars launched its educational esports platform in Nigeria on July 16. The platform provides a fun and structured way for students to learn teamwork, communication, and problem-solving through gaming. These skills are essential for success in today’s world…
French President Macron welcomes Tinubu, Oluremi to Paris Tinubu, Macron and their wives French President Macron welcomes Tinubu, Oluremi to Paris. French President Emmanuel Macron has received Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his wife Senator Oluremi Tinubu at th French Military Museum in Hotel National des Invalides in Paris. Tinubu, accompanied by his wife arrived in Paris on Wednesday evening for a three-day State Visit to fortify Nigeria-France relations. Touching down at Orly Airport around 5.10 p.m., Tinubu was welcomed with full military honours by the French Republican Guard, marking a ceremonial start to his visit, Mr Bayo Onanuga,…
Davido praises Nicki Minaj for 30-minute collaboration discussion Davido Davido praises Nicki Minaj for 30-minute collaboration discussion Nigerian music star Davido has expressed his appreciation to American rapper Nicki Minaj for dedicating 30 minutes of her time to discuss a collaboration. In a recent interview, the “FEM” crooner revealed that he and Minaj were on the phone for half an hour, working on arranging a new record. Davido shared how rare and special such an opportunity was, noting the significance of Minaj’s time. “Nicki Minaj and I were on the phone for like 30 minutes arranging a record this morning,…