Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Arokodare becomes Wolves in £24m four-year deal – EPL Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare Photo credit: Facebook Wolverhampton Wanderers have secured the £24 million signing of Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare from Genk, the club announced on September 1, 2025. The 6ft 6in forward, who claimed the Belgian Pro League Golden Boot last season, has penned a four-year deal at Molineux to strengthen Wolves’ attacking lineup. According to BBC Sports on Monday, the 24-year-old, who scored 21 goals in the Belgian Pro League last season, will support forward Jorgen Strand Larsen, with Wolves having turned down £50m and £55m bids from Newcastle…

Remi Tinubu dedicates 65th birthday gifts to National library project File Copy: First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu Remi Tinubu dedicates 65th birthday gifts to National library project. Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has appealed to well-wishers to convert birthday gifts and greetings into donations for the completion of the National Library project. The former lawmaker who turns 65 on September 21, 2025, in a video message said she will dedicate the day to God and a cause she described as close to her heart, rather than host a lavish celebration. “By the special grace of God, I…

Ladoja’s coronation journey as 44th Olubadan begins September 22 Ex-Oyo State Governor, Chief Rasheed Ladoja The inaugural committee meeting leading to the coronation of the 44th Olubadan, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, was, on Monday, held under the chairmanship of Chief Bayo Oyero. The meeting, which had in attendance the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Demola Ojo, deliberated on the September 26 event. The committee, during the meeting, jointly agreed upon a one-week programme of activities leading to the coronation. These were contained in a release issued on Monday by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade. “The programme…

To move audience, allow yourself to feel deeply – Toyin Alausa Toyin Alausa Award-winning actress Toyin Alausa has spoken on the art of acting, noting that it requires more than simply memorising scripts. In her Instagram post, Alausa explained that true acting demands surrendering to the moment and harmonising emotions with technical skills to create authentic performances. She stated that to move an audience, actors must first embrace and experience deep emotions themselves. “Acting is not just about memorising lines; it’s about surrendering yourself to the moment, training both your emotions and your skills until they become one. To make…

UBEC, DLN Nigeria to Improve Education Standard Through Roll Out of 47m Laptops, Tablets to Students, Teachers The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Digital Learning Network (DLN), to implement a comprehensive National Digital Education Transformation Project, increase access and improve quality of education. The MoU, signed at a brief ceremony at UBEC headquarters on Monday in Abuja, involving the US-based corporation, will ensure the distribution of 47 million laptops and tablets to students and teachers across Nigeria’s basic education sector — pre-primary, primary, and junior secondary schools — with equitable access to…

D’Tigress Receives Zenith Bank’s N200m Promised Reward Photo Caption:Group Managing Director/Chief Executive, Zenith Bank Plc., Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON (m); President, NBBF, Engr. Musa Kida (2nd right); D’Tigress Captain, Amy Okonkwo (right); Head Coach, D’Tigress, Rena Wakama (2nd left) during the reception hosted by Zenith Bank to celebrate D’Tigress’ 2025 Afrobasket Women’s Championship triumph in Abuja… Renowned sponsors of the Nigeria Women Basketball League, Zenith Bank, has redeemed its pledge of N200m, which was promised to D’Tigress as a reward for emerging champions of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket tournament held in the Ivory Coast, according the reports monitored…

AfDB president: Tah sworn in as the ninth in Abidjan Tah sworn in as ninth AfDB president in Abidjan Photo credit: X The swearing-in ceremony of Dr. Sidi Ould Tah as the 9th President of the African Development Bank Group commenced on Monday morning at the Sofitel Abidjan Hôtel Ivoire in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The event marked a significant leadership transition for the Bank, ushering in a new chapter under Dr. Tah’s stewardship. According to AFDB on its X handle on Monday, in attendance were several high-level dignitaries, including the Chair of the AfDB Board of Governors and Congo’s Minister…

Lagos will host 2025 best of Nollywood awards — Sanwo-Olu Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has declared that the state will host the 2025 edition of the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards. Sharing the news on X, the governor expressed excitement over the opportunity, noting that it reaffirms Lagos’ commitment to the creative industry both within the state and across Nigeria. Sanwo-Olu described Nollywood as a vital pillar of Nigeria’s culture, economy, and global identity, while reiterating his administration’s resolve to continue supporting the growth of the creative sector. He wrote, “I am pleased to share that Lagos will be…

Deeper Life Marriage Rules Are Not Biblical Commands – Kumuyi W.F. Kumuyi Deeper Life Marriage Rules Are Not Biblical  – Kumuyi The General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor William Kumuyi, has shed more light on some of the church’s long-standing marriage rules which were introduced as administrative measures and should not be mistaken for biblical commands. When he spoke during the 2025 Global Family and Marriage Conference, Kumuyi said the restriction preventing a lady from visiting a man she intended to marry, as well as the six-month mandatory courtship period, were church policies designed for guidance, not…

Megastarmagazine Publisher, Dr Ifetayo Celebrates 18th Wedding Anniversary with Wife Marking a significant milestone in your journey together with your lovely wife, we celebrate you. Eighteen years of marriage is a remarkable achievement, and it’s a testament to the love, commitment, and hard work you’ve both invested in your relationship. Today, as you celebrate this special day, I want to acknowledge the incredible bond you share with your wife. Your partnership is a beautiful blend of love, trust, and mutual support, and it’s inspiring to see how you’ve grown together over the years. As a friend, brother and business…