Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

‘Akpan & Oduma’ hits 500,000 YouTube watch in one week The comedy movie, ‘Akpan and Oduma’ has manifested as huge commercial success, as it has been watched over 500,000 times within just seven days after it was uploaded on the YouTube channel “waptvchannel”; and it has also been getting positive reviews from thousands of audience members online. According to the producer of the film, Wale Adenuga Jnr., “Since we launched the ‘Akpan and Oduma’ comedy skit series in 2014, the multiple videos have amassed over 300 million views across YouTube and Facebook, quickly becoming one of the most popular comedy…

Dangote Cement Boosts Operational Efficiency, Re-trains Hundreds of Truck Drivers … says Dangote Cement is fully committed to strengthening drivers training and education. Management of Dangote Cement Plc (DCP) has expressed its irrevocable commitment to training and constant retraining of its truck drivers to promote operational efficiency and safe driving across Nigeria. Speaking during its 2025 Annual Drivers’ Retreat themed, Dangote Cement’s Group Managing Director, Arvind Pathak emphasised that as a leading cement manufacturer with thousands of trucks in its fleet, safety on the road remains the company’s core mandate. He said the essence of the yearly training is to…

FG, States, LGs share N2.001trn July revenue The three tiers of Nigerian government, federal, state, and local government councils, have shared the total of N2.001 trillion, being the July 2025 Federation Account Revenue. The revenue was shared at the August 2025 Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) meeting held in Abuja. The N2.001 trillion total distributable revenue comprised distributable statutory revenue of N1,282.872 trillion, distributable Value Added Tax (VAT) revenue of N640.610 billion, Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) revenue of N37.601 billion, and Exchange Difference of N39.745 billion. According to the communiqué made available to DAILY POST on Friday by the…

MTN to disrupt service in 15 LGAs of 3 states [SEE LIST] MTN Nigeria has said that some customers in Adamawa, Borno, and Kano states will face a temporary disruption in service on Saturday, August 24, 2025. The disruption is due to a planned network maintenance exercise. The company explained that it will switch traffic to a newly installed fiber cable along the AFCOT–Bawo Village route in Adamawa State. According to MTN, the new cable is meant to permanently replace damaged fiber lines and improve network stability in the region. The exercise will affect 101 sites across 15 local government…

Fidelity Bank Returns to International Transactions on Naira Debit Cards Tier-one Lender, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced the resumption of international transactions on its Naira Debit Cards. This recommencement gives customers the freedom to make seamless payments abroad, online, and at ATMs outside the country. Shedding light on the development, Ifeoma Onibuje, Divisional Head, eBanking, Fidelity Bank Plc said, “We are delighted to inform the public that Fidelity Naira Cards are now enabled for global use. This means that our travelling customers can now utilize their Naira Debit cards outside the country to shop, spend and withdraw internationally without hassles.”…

Tinubu shows impact on incomes by unveiling tax calculator File photo: Pesident Bola Tinubu President Bola Tinubu on Friday encouraged Nigerians to try a newly inaugurated Personal Income Tax calculator that estimates how much would be paid under the tax reforms which was signed into law by his administration. On his official X account, the President said the calculator allows citizens to compare their estimated tax under the proposed reforms with current rates, and ensure a clear understanding of the impact on individual incomes. He said the reforms, which take effect from January 2026, are intended to establish a fair…

Efex De Entertainer Hosts “Seriously Funny” Comedy Show in Abuja Plans have been concluded for the hosting of “Seriously Funny” comedy show in Abuja, which is being spearheaded by Sir Efosa Iyamu, popularly known as Efex De Entertainer. The show is expected to have the very best hands in the comedy industry converge to give guests a rib-cracking laughter. Tagged, “Let’s Throw it Back”, it comes up Sunday, 24th August, 2025 at Transcorp Hilton Hotel Abuja. Efex De Entertainer also has years of expertise in event anchoring, moderation and the corporate MC. He was once chief protocol to former Governor…

Tincan Customs hit N16.4bn revenue in 1 day Nigeria Customs Service logo … lauds leveraging technology on revenue collection. The Nigeria Customs Service, Tincan Island Port Command, has achieved a remarkable feat by collecting N16.4bn in revenue on August 19, 2025, through the effective deployment of the Unified Customs Management System, B’Odogwu. This milestone is a testament to the efficiency, transparency, and responsiveness of the system in streamlining port operations. According to a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the command, Oscar Ivara, the achievement is a result of the command’s commitment to leveraging technology to enhance revenue collection…

Olu of Warri Proclaims Reactivation of Iwere Trust Fund With N750m, Oborewvori congratulates Olu of Warri 4th Coronation Anniversary. L-R: The Speaker Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Emomotimi Guworo (Representing Gov Sheriff Oborevwhori of Delta State); His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri Kingdom and his wife, Queen Consort of Warri Kingdom, Olori Atuwatse III during His Majesty’s 4th Coronation Anniversary in Warri yesterday. The 4th coronation Anniversary of the Olu of Warri continues… Delta State Governor Right Honourable Sheriff Oborewvori has commended the HRM Olu of Warri Ogiame Atuwatse III for his continued commitment in fostering…

MAZEPPA BAY STORY: THE PUZZLE BETWEEN SOUTH AFRICA AND UKRAINE, WITH THE HOPES FOR MORE TOURISM AND LOCAL DEVELOPMENT! The View Mazeppa Bay Hotel, in Mazeppa Bay, Mnquma Local Municipality, a new information sign dedicated to Mazeppa Bay will be unveiled. The event brings together the history of South Africa and Ukraine with hopes for more tourism and local development, while rooted in honouring the land and its people first. The people of Mnquma hold a heritage intertwined with the land and sea, one that welcomes new stories while remaining deeply rooted in the traditions, voices, and wisdom passed down…