Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi
Adeniyi Ifetayo Moses is an Entrepreneur, Award winning Celebrity journalist, Luxury and Lifestyle Reporter with Ben tv London and Publisher, Megastar Magazine. He has carved a niche for himself with over 15 years of experience in celebrity Journalism and Media PR.
Cardinals, on eve of conclave, to get into Vatican This photo taken and handout on May 6, 2025 by The Vatican Media shows the Sistine Chapel on the eve of the conclave in The Vatican. (Photo by Handout / VATICAN MEDIA / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE – MANDATORY CREDIT “AFP PHOTO / VATICAN MEDIA” Cardinals, on eve of conclave, to get into Vatican Cardinals will on Tuesday begin moving into the Vatican accommodation where they will stay during the conclave, on the eve of their historic, secretive meeting to elect a new pope. Following the death of Pope…
YouTube celebrates four female creators; Ruth Kadiri, Ify Mogekwu, others Ruth Kadiri, Kiekie, and Ify Mogekwu. YouTube celebrates four female creators; Ruth Kadiri, Ify Mogekwu, others YouTube has celebrated the exceptional achievements of four Nigerian female creators who continue to shape global narratives and elevate African voices. It was made available on Tuesday that the platform said the female creators – Ruth Kadiri, Kiekie, Ify Mogekwu (Ify’s Kitchen), and Korty are being recognised for their dynamic contributions to filmmaking, comedy, culinary arts, and Gen Z culture, respectively. To mark its 20th anniversary this year, the platform said, “These creators represent…
NIMC adopts new NIN verification service – FG NIMC adopts new NIN verification service – FG The Federal Government has approved a new service by the National Identity Management Commission to make it easier and safer to verify people’s identities using their National Identification Number. This was disclosed in a statement by NIMC’s Head of Corporate Communications, Kayode Adegoke, on Tuesday in Lagos. Adegoke said the Presidency has also instructed all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies to use this new NIN Authentication service for identity checks. He explained that this move supports NIMC’s duty to provide a reliable digital ID system…
Rivers’ Sole Administrator to be overseen by Senate Committee Ibok-Ete Ibas Rivers’ Sole Administrator to be overseen by Senate Committee The Senate has set up a committee that is saddled with the responsibility of over seeing the implementation of emergency rule in Rivers State as a result of the suspension of democratic government in the state. Recall that President Bola Tinubu had in a nation wide broadcast March 18, 2025 announced a state of emergency in Rivers State, appointing Vice Admiral Ibok Ibas, retd as the Sole Administrator to administer the State for six months. The Committee which is having…
MTN Champs Uyo Grand Final: Over 2,187 Athletes to Contest Over 2,187 Athletes to Contest. The grand finale of MTN Champs Season 3 is set to electrify Uyo with 2,187 registered athletes. The event which will commence from May 6 to 9 at the Godswill Akapbio International Stadium, will parade participants in three categories namely; 464 Cadets, 777 Youths, 426 Juniors, and 520 Seniors. The Uyo outing is a follow up to the Benin Athletics Classics which attracted 2,056 entries, while the Lagos Continental Relays saw 2,505 entries. This event follows the successful Athletics Classics in Benin (March 13–15) and…
UK pays special interest on visa application restrictions from Nigeria, others UK pays special interest on visa application restrictions from Nigeria, others UK pays special interest on visa application restrictions from Nigeria, others. Citizens of Nigeria and Pakistan might be restricted from applying for United Kingdom (UK) visas, the UK Home Office has announced. According to The Times, a UK-based publication, the UK is moving to prevent citizens of countries that are likely to stay in the region beyond the approved duration and eventually seek asylum. Nigeria, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka were highlighted as countries in this category. To prevent…
Transforming SME with new $2m fund lending Transforming SME with new $2m fund lending. Cascador, a Nigerian business accelerator for mid-stage entrepreneurs, has unveiled a $2 million catalytic fund in partnership with Sterling Bank, aimed at reshaping access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises across the country. The initiative introduces a flexible debt funding model that prioritises business growth and mentorship over traditional collateral-heavy lending. Open exclusively to alumni of the Cascador accelerator, the funding package combines low-interest loans with tailored repayment terms, mentorship support, and significantly reduced collateral requirements. Speaking on the partnership, Cascador founder Dave DeLucia described…
Prestigious SDNON Excellence in Legal Innovation Award conferred on Prominent City Lawyer Shakeer A. Oshodi Prestigious SDNON Excellence in Legal Innovation Award conferred on Prominent City Lawyer Shakeer A. Oshodi Respected City Lawyer and Principal Partner at Robert Clarke SAN & Ade Oshodi Partners, Shakeer Adedayo Oshodi, Esq., was, on Friday, May 2, conferred with the SDNON Excellence in Legal Innovation Award in recognition of his transformative contributions to judicial practice in Nigeria, in a solemn gathering brimming with reverence for legal excellence and civic dedication. The Society of Digital Newspaper Owners of Nigeria (SDNON), led by its President Adeniyi…
Skype – video call service platform, finally shut down operations, having spent 22 years Skype Skype – video call service platform, finally shut down operations, having spent 22 years Parent company, Microsoft, had announced the discontinuation of the service in February, urging Skype users to migrate to its communications app, Teams. The Skype team thanked its amazing community for sticking with the service over the years, appreciating them for relying on the video call platform to connect with family, friends, and colleagues all over the world. Saluting them for their support and patronage, the team told disappointed users that the…
EFCC gives reason behind VeryDarkMan’s arrest based on Financial Crime Allegations VeryDarkMan EFCC gives reason behind VeryDarkMan’s arrest based on Financial Crime Allegations The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has shed light on the arrest of social media influencer Martins Innocent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), stating that it was prompted by multiple petitions alleging financial crimes and his refusal to honour repeated invitations for questioning. In a statement released by the anti-graft agency on its verified X.com handle, the EFCC emphasised that Otse’s detention follows “grave allegations of financial malfeasance” and that the Commission could not ignore…