Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Glo ‘Festival of Joy’ promo: Contractor’s dream comes true with Toyota Prado win Glo ‘Festival of Joy’ promo It was a dream come true for a civil engineering contractor, Ayobami Adejumobi, as he was presented with the keys to a brand new Toyota Prado which he won in Globacom’s ‘Festival of Joy’ promotion. The 42-year-old who was accompanied by friends and relatives, was presented the vehicle by Glo officials and the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat. Speaking at the event, Adejumobi thanked Globacom saying, “I still can’t believe it. A call came from Globacom and the news…

Adron Homes Leads Call for Innovation and Urbanization at Oyo State Real Estate Conference Adron Homes Leads Call for Innovation and Urbanization at Oyo State Real Estate Conference The Chairman of Adron Homes and Properties, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, delivered a powerful address at the maiden edition of the Oyo State Real Estate Conference, organized by the office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Housing and Urban Development, in collaboration with the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN), Oyo State Chapter. Themed “Positioning and Globalization of Oyo State Real Estate – Road to Urbanization,” the event, held in…

Finland’s National Day Celebration:  Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel Given Honour In Abuja Finland’s National Day Celebration witnesses Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel being honoured The Finnish Embassy in Abuja hosted a significant commemoration of Finland’s National Day on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, bringing together a distinguished group of international ambassadors and prominent Nigerian business leaders in a high-octave diplomatic event. The event was highlighted by the presence of Finnish Ambassador Sanna Selin, who took the opportunity to recognize Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel, FNSE, FAEng, President of the Nigerian-Finnish Business Council, for his longstanding business relationships with Finland. Distinguished Attendees The gathering…

Dele Farotimi’s Book Becomes Amazon Bestseller Amid Legal Battle with Afe Babalola Dele Farotimi’s Book Becomes Amazon Bestseller Amid Legal Battle with Afe Babalola Dele Farotimi’s book, Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System, has soared in popularity, currently ranking as the 622nd best seller on Amazon. The spike in sales follows heightened interest from Nigerians eager to delve into the controversial allegations the book makes about notable figures, including legal luminary Afe Babalola, and their alleged role in corrupting the country’s judicial system. Oxley Technologies, in a statement on X (formerly Twitter), highlighted the book’s surge in demand. “The winner…

Col. Nass Confirms Pension Arrears Payment for Military Retirees, FG Promises Full Settlement Within a Month The Federal Government has commenced payment of pensions and other entitlements owed to retired military personnel, including three months’ arrears, Apples Bite Magazine can exclusively confirm. Col. Nass (rtd) Innocent Azubuike, coordinator of the Coalition of Military Pensioners, revealed in an exclusive conversation that the protests by retired officers ended on Wednesday following assurances from the Chairman of the Military Pensions Board (C-MPB). “The Chairman confirmed that 50% of our outstanding entitlements had been released, and credit alerts started coming in within hours. The…

Edo Citizens Ready For Intensive Training On Aircrafts Assembling Edo Youths Ready For Intensive Training On Aircrafts Assembling. Plans are underway by governor Monday Okpebholo administration of Edo State to partner with an aircraft company to commence the assemblage of light aircrafts in Benin City, the Edo State capital. The above development, is contained in a Press Release issued from the office of the Governor of Edo state, dated December 5, 2024, and signed by the Chief Press Secretary to Edo state Governor, Fred Itua. The Press statement reads: PRESS RELEASE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR EDO STATE GOVERNMENT WE ARE…

Solar energy entrepreneurship: Dangote Cement trains 46 Solar energy entrepreneurship: Dangote Cement trains 46. Consolidating on its role as a driver of socio-economic empowerment and sustainable development in Nigeria, Dangote Cement Plc has trained and graduated 46 Solar Energy installers and entrepreneurs. Plant Director, Dangote Cement Plc, Obajana, Azad Nawabuddin, said the new graduands were ready to “shakeup the nation” in the renewable energy sector of Nigeria’s economy. Speaking at the graduation ceremony, which took place at the Dangote Academy, Obajana, Engr. Azad said the Group President, Aliko Dangote, was passionate about youth empowerment as it supports government’s effort…

Oborevwori assists 2000 MSMEs with grants Sheriff-Oborevwori Oborevwori assists 2000 MSMEs with grants. The Governor of Delta, Sheriff Oborevwori on Thursday disbursed financial grants to 2,000 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the state to grow their businesses and cushion the effects of the inclement economic realities in the country. The disbursement took place at the MORE Business Upscale Programme (MORE BIZ-UP) organised by Delta State Job and Wealth Creation Bureau in Asaba, the state capital. Oborevwori said the gesture was designed to empower the entrepreneurs to cushion the effects of the economic hardship in the country. He…

Afreximbank boosts energy transition with 10,000bpd investment Afreximbank Afreximbank boosts energy transition with 10,000bpd investment As global funding shifts away from fossil fuels, Afreximbank has committed to backing investors with capacity to produce 10,000 barrels of oil per day (bpd) Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Heineken Lokpobiri, disclosed this at the Practical Nigerian Content(PNC) Forum in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State on Wednesday. He admitted that the global shift towards cleaner energy sources presents both a challenge and an opportunity, saying while Nigeria remains committed to harnessing its hydrocarbon resources, it must simultaneously explore opportunities in renewable energy and gas, which…

PNC Forum: Chevron MD expantiates on Nigerian Content Development commitment Chevron Chevron MD expantiates on Nigerian Content Development commitment Nigerian content development is critical for the growth and development of the nation as it progresses in its quest to acquire oil and gas technology and build indigenous capacity in the oil and gas industry. Chairman and Managing Director of Chevron Nigeria and Mid-Africa Business Unit, Jim Swartz made this remark at a Panel session on The Next Frontier for Nigerian Content: Divestments & Offshore Opportunities, during the 2024 edition of the Practical Nigeria Content Forum organized by the Nigerian Content…