Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

PFN president, Francis Wale Oke marks 69th birthday next Monday The President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Wale Oke The National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria and Presiding Bishop of Sword of the Spirit Ministries, Bishop Wale Oke, will be marking his 69th birthday on Monday. Accorrding to a statement, Oke’s journey as founder of the Sword of the Spirit Ministries, also known as Christ Life Church, and the publisher of The Sword of the Spirit magazine, both began in May 1980. “Bishop Oke has conducted mass crusades in every part of Nigeria and several African…

Ancient crown of  Apetu of Ipetumodu, monarch jailed in US, disappears …. contestant to purchase buy one plot of land, worth millions of naira from the Osun State Housing Corporation (OSHC). The ancient crown and royal beads of Apetu of Ipetumodu is missing, causing ripples in the ancient town, in the headquarters of Ife North Local Government of Osun State, barely two weeks after a U.S. District Judge, Christopher A. Boyko, sentenced Oba Joseph Oloyede to 56 months imprisonment over $4.2million COVID-19 fraud. The disappearance of the ancient Aare crown and some royal beads has been linked to aides and…

Ghana International Expo And Investment Forum Set To Strengthen Tourism, Trade And Investment In Nigeria The Ghana Tourism Authority, in collaboration with key stakeholders from trade and industry, proudly announces the Ghana International Expo and Investment Forum, a landmark event aimed at showcasing Ghana’s business potential, strengthening tourism and trade ties, and attracting cross-border investment. The Expo is scheduled to take place from September 24–27, 2025, at Eko FM Auditorium, Agidingbi, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria. Under the theme, “Unlocking Investment Potential Through Intra-African Trade and Tourism,” the event will bring together Ghanaian entrepreneurs, investors, government officials, and international business leaders. This…

FIFA’s 16-member anti-racism panel: Drogba, Akide, others named among team Ivorian legend, Didier Drogba, and former Super Falcons striker, Mercy Akide, have been named among 16 former international footballers selected by FIFA to serve on its newly created players’ voice panel aimed at tackling racism and discrimination in the game. According to a statement issued by FIFA via its social media pages on Friday, Akide, a veteran of three Women’s World Cups, was chosen alongside ex-internationals drawn from 14 member associations across all six FIFA confederations. The statement said the 50-year-old will serve on the panel with Liberia’s president and…

CBN sets up new unit to tackle financial crime File Copy of CBN headquarters, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced the creation of a dedicated Compliance Department aimed at enhancing oversight of non-prudential risks across the country’s financial system. This new unit reflects the apex bank’s commitment to strengthening regulatory frameworks in response to evolving threats and compliance challenges. In a circular issued to regulated financial institutions on Thursday, the CBN stated that the department was established in the first quarter of 2025 and became fully operational in the second quarter. The move is part of broader…

Lagos First Lady, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, takes free healthcare to grassroots at Epe Dr. Sanwo-Olu speaking in Epe Lagos First Lady, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, takes free healthcare to grassroots at Epe The First Lady of Lagos State and Chairman of the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO), Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to grassroots healthcare delivery as she launched a free medical outreach in Epe. The initiative, held at the Epe Recreation Centre on Tuesday, forms part of activities commemorating the 25th anniversary of the COWLSO National Women’s Conference. It comes on the heels of…

FG unveils new curriculum for JSS 1 – SS 3, trade subject inclusive The Federal Government has introduced a new curriculum for schools that mandates Junior Secondary School (JSS 1) students to pick at least one trade subject to boost practical skills. According to a document developed by the Nigerian Education Research and Development Council (NERDC), the six practical skills available are Solar Photovoltaic installation and maintenance, Fashion design and garment making, Livestock farming, Beauty and cosmetology, Computer hardware and GSM repairs, Horticulture and crop production. The statement explained that the new framework balances subject offerings with more practical learning.…

Comedian Ali Baba Face Federal High Court Eviction Order Over ₦220 Million Mansion Renowned Nigerian comedian Atunyota Alleluya Akpobome, professionally known as Ali Baba, has been forcibly evicted from a luxury Victoria Island mansion following a Federal High Court ruling that the property was unlawfully sold to him by the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON). Court bailiffs executed the eviction order on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at No. 324A, Akin Ogunlewe Street, Victoria Island, ending the entertainer’s four-year occupancy of the oceanfront estate that also housed his entertainment company headquarters, XQZMOI TV Studios. The contested property, featuring twin duplexes…

“I’m Not a Thief Nor Fugitive” – Sujimoto CEO Vows to Clear Name After EFCC Wanted Declaration The Chief Executive Officer of Sujimoto Construction Limited, Sijibomi Ogundele, has pledged to voluntarily report to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following his declaration as a wanted person over allegations of money laundering and fund diversion. In an emotional video statement released on Friday, the visibly distressed real estate developer maintained his innocence and expressed determination to clear his reputation. “I’m not a thief, I’m not a fugitive. I am going to the EFCC office to clear my name,” Ogundele stated…

Zuma Festival Partners EU to Showcase Nigerian Youth in Short Film Competition The European Union (EU) Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, in partnership with the Zuma International Film Festival, has announced the 2025 edition of the EU Short Film Competition. The initiative is designed to support and showcase emerging Nigerian filmmakers. The competition aims at enriching participants’ knowledge in modern filmography and exposing them to emerging trends in the industry. A press release issued by the EU Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS said the top ten entries in the competition would be screened at the festival. The overall top entry…