Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Peter Obi left PDP out of frustration in 2023 —  Dele Momodu Peter Obi and Nyesom Wike Peter Obi left PDP out of frustration in 2023 Ovation magazine publisher and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Dele Momodu, has accused the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, of frustrating Peter Obi out of the PDP. During the build-up to the 2023 general election, Obi dumped the PDP for the Labour Party (LP), where he emerged as the party’s presidential candidate. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television on Wednesday, Momodu said Wike was the reason Obi left the PDP.…

Lagos affects 18.5 million lives, delivers N130bn Social Protection Support From left, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget, Mrs. Olayinka Oko; Special Adviser to the Governor on Economic Planning and Budget, Lekan Balogun; Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Mr. Ope George, and Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, during the Year 2025 Lagos State Government Ministerial Press Briefing by the Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget in Lagos, at Press Center Alausa, Ikeja. Lagos affects 18.5 million lives, delivers N130bn Social Protection Support The Lagos State Government on Monday said it delivered an impressive N130…

Davido declares his supremacy in Afrobeats Davido ‘…it’s either we meet in the middle or you just do it my way,’ — Davido. Nigerian music superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has boldly declared his supremacy in the Afrobeats genre, stating that no one can match his talent when it comes to the sound. While speaking during a recent episode of the Ebro Show on Apple Music, the “Unavailable” crooner emphasized that while he acknowledges the prowess of American stars in their respective genres, he remains unchallenged in Afrobeats. “I can’t sing trap better than Gunna or Young Thug, or…

Moses Bliss, Davido meet in London, share emotional encounter Moses Bliss Moses Bliss, Davido meet in London, share emotional encounter Popular Nigerian gospel artiste, Moses Bliss, has decided to shared a touching moment he experienced with Afrobeats superstar, Davido, during a recent trip to London. According to a video posted on Moses Bliss’ Instagram page, the gospel singer rehearsed how he ran into Davido while traveling with his mother to the United Kingdom. The encounter captured the music stars exchanging warm greetings and heartfelt hugs. He – Davido, visibly pleased to see the gospel sensation, praised Moses Bliss’ music, describing…

Fubara reportedly drops his cap for Wike as he paid him a visit in Abuja Fubara and Wike Fubara reportedly drops his cap for Wike as he paid him a visit in Abuja Siminalayi Fubara, the suspended Governor of Rivers State, has finally decided to set aside disputes. He paid a visit to Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, at his Abuja residence, ostensibly to plead for forgiveness and reconciliation. The meeting occurred a few days after Fubara’s meeting with President Bola Tinubu in London over the Rivers political crisis. It would be recalled that President…

GTBank SMS alert fee on customers transactions goes on increase from May GTBank GTBank SMS alert fee on customers transactions goes on increase from May Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) has informed its customers of an upcoming adjustment in the cost of SMS transaction alerts, set to take effect from Thursday, May 1, 2025. The fee for receiving SMS transaction alerts will rise from ₦4 to ₦6 per message, a move prompted by recent increases in telecom rates, as communicated by telecommunication service providers. In a statement released to customers, the bank emphasized the importance of transaction alerts, which help account…

FCMB declares dividend, has ended 2024 with stunning N7.1 trillion in assets FCMB declares dividend, has ended 2024 with stunning N7.1 trillion in assets FCMB Group Plc held its 12th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Lagos on April 29, 2025, where shareholders approved the Group’s 2024 audited financial statements and key resolutions aimed at driving long-term growth and strengthening corporate governance. The Group ended the 2024 financial year with total assets of ₦7.1 trillion and customer deposits of ₦4.3 trillion. FCMB’s digital transformation initiatives yielded strong results, with digital revenues rising to ₦101.9 billion — 13% of total earnings. Lending…

FG, for Southwest Development Commission project, gives approval of N480 Billion Otunba Gbenga Daniel • Project is geared towards potential and developmental challenges of the people of Ogun. Otunba Gbenga Daniel, Senator representing Ogun East and former Governor of Ogun State, has announced that the Federal Government has approved a staggering N480.4 billion for the Southwest Development Commission (SWDC), a project born from his own legislative pen. The Commission, which was born from a bill championed personally by Daniel in the hallowed chambers of the National Assembly, is a fulfillment of his long-standing dream to create a dedicated vehicle for…

GTCO Food and Drink Festival 2025: A Shared Experience of Culture, Cuisine, and Enterprise GTCO Food and Drink Festival 2025: A Shared Experience of Culture, Cuisine, and Enterprise The stage is ready for Africa’s most anticipated celebration of food, drink, and culture as Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) announces the 8th edition of the GTCO Food and Drink Festival, scheduled to hold from Friday, May 2nd to Sunday, May 4th, 2025, at GTCentre, Plot 1 Water Corporation Drive, Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos. This year’s festival is themed “A Shared Experience”, highlighting how every meal tells a story—stories of culture,…

Fidelity Bank’s FY 2024 Performance received accolades from Shareholders Fidelity Bank’s FY 2024 Performance received accolades from Shareholders. Shareholders of tier one lender, Fidelity Bank, have applauded the board and management of the bank for delivering an outstanding performance in FY 2024. Speaking at the bank’s 37th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held virtually on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, the National Chairman of The Progressive Shareholders Association, Chief Boniface Okezie, praised the bank, saying, “This is a superlative performance and we the shareholders are grateful to management and staff for giving us a bank to be proud of. It is also…