Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Olu of Warri Marks 4th Coronation with Dazzling Boat Regatta, Ogiame Atuwatse III’s Anniversary Unites Itsekiri Nation in Pride and Heritage Starting from the banks of the Warri River to the heart of Ode-Itsekiri, ancestral home of the Itsekiri people, the 4th Coronation Anniversary of His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, the Olu of Warri, was marked yesterday with grandeur, color, and cultural pride. The celebration, which drew thousands of Itsekiri sons and daughters, as well as dignitaries from across Nigeria and beyond, highlighted the deep reverence for the Warri throne, a symbol of heritage, unity, and enduring tradition. The…

Ladoja, 44th Olubadan, to be installed on September 26 Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has officially approved the nomination of Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. According to this official approval, the Olubadan-designate, Ladoja, would be formally crowned the 44th Olubadan at a coronation ceremony slated for Friday, September 26, 2025 at Mapo Hall in the ancient city. A delegation by the state government met yesterday with Ladoja and other members of the Olubadan-in-Council at his Bodija, Ibadan residence. A media aide to Ladoja, Chief Adeola Oloko, who confirmed the meeting said, “Ladoja will be enthroned as the…

NTA appointments: Presidency approves new leadership roles Presidency confirms new leadership appointments for NTA/Photo Credit: X handle of the presidency President Bola Tinubu has confirmed leadership changes for the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA). The announcement was made in a statement shared on the X handle of the Presidency on Wednesday. With the new development, Rotimi Pedro becomes the new Director-General of the NTA. Pedro, a native of Lagos State, brings over two decades of experience in broadcasting, media consultancy, and sports rights management. He has previously held key leadership roles, including at Bloomberg Television Africa. Alongside Pedro’s appointment, President Tinubu…

Nigeria deletes 13 million offensive online content FILE PHOTO: Social media The Nigerian government has deleted over 13.5 million social media accounts across platforms such as TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter). The action comes as part of the enforcement of the country’s Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms, which aims to regulate online behavior and reduce the spread of harmful content. According to the 2024 Compliance Report released by key government agencies, a staggering 58.9 million pieces of offensive content were removed during the review period. The report also documented more than 754,000 complaints submitted by…

Moonshot by TechCabal 2025: Interswitch to Champion Africa’s Digital Growth Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, will take centre stage at Moonshot by TechCabal 2025 as a platinum sponsor, owning the Big Tech and Enterprise Stage and driving high-level conversations on enterprise innovation and Africa’s next phase of digital growth. The flagship conference, hosted by African technology publication TechCabal, will take place from October 15–16, 2025 at the Eko Convention Centre, Lagos, under the theme “Building Momentum: Africa’s Tech Ecosystem Positions Itself for Its Next Big Leap.” Moonshot by TechCabal is a premier platform where…

Stanbic IBTC Insurance to Host Second Annuitant Forum focused on Making the Most of Life in Retirement Retirement is often viewed as a new beginning, an opportunity to enjoy the fruits of one’s lifetime work. In line with its mission to support clients through every stage of life, Stanbic IBTC Insurance Limited, a subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC, is set to host the second edition of its Annuitant Forum, themed “Making the Most of Life in Retirement.” Scheduled for 20 August 2025, this year’s forum will be held online, opening its doors to participants across Nigeria. The virtual format…

T2 Ushers in a New Era of Customer Onboarding, Launches Nigeria’s First Electronic KYC SIM Registration Web App T2, Nigeria’s leading digital lifestyle partner, proudly made public the launch of its revolutionary electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) SIM Registration Web App—a first-of-its-kind solution designed to transform the SIM registration experience across the country. This innovative web application sets a new benchmark for customer onboarding, delivering a seamless, fast, and secure registration process for all users—including existing and prospective customers, channel and retail partners, T2 shops, agents, and staff. Engineered for accessibility, T2’s eKYC SIM Registration Web App operates efficiently on…

Yoruba Council Worldwide Asks for Peace and Unity Between Alaafin, Ooni Rift The Yoruba Council Worldwide (YCW) the apex umbrella body for all Yoruba indigenous people has observed with deep concern the recent rift between two revered pillars of our heritage the Alaafin of Oyo and the Ooni of Ife. These monarchs are not only traditional leaders but sacred custodians of Yoruba history, dignity, and culture. YCW strongly believes that moments like this demand calm, reflection, and unity rather than division. In this regard, we are calling on respected Yoruba elders, statesmen, and cultural custodians to mediate constructively and help…

Oloto Of Otto On Otumara Land Development: Explainer On Wrong Accusations Against Oba According to an upbeat in the social media in the second week of August 2025 on a particular video made evidently by a young lad of Igbo extraction mocking the Yoruba and Lagosians for allegedly selling a large chunk of land to some prominent Igbo businessmen in the ongoing land development of the state. That video was followed by a second video made by a Lagosian who condemned the alleged transaction sale and dragged out the name of the present Oloto of Otto as the main character…

Tinubu Removes 5% Telecoms Tax On Calls, Data President Bola Tinubu has cancelled the 5% excise duty on telecommunications services. This was made public by the Executive Vice-Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Aminu Maida, during a media briefing in Abuja on Tuesday. Maida stated that the excise levy—initially suspended in 2023—has now been officially removed under revised national tax laws. “The 5% excise duty is no longer in effect,” Maida stated. “Initially, it was only suspended, but the President has now completely removed it. I was present when the issue was raised, and he firmly said, ‘No, we…