Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Davido to dabble into films this year Davido Davido to dabble into films this year Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed that he has a strong passion for filmmaking and would have pursued a career in the movie industry if he had not become a musician. Speaking in a recent interview with content creator Darryl, the award-winning singer disclosed that his background in business marketing had always positioned him for a career in the broader entertainment sector. “I studied business marketing, so I would have still been in the entertainment space if I wasn’t singing…

Easter: LAWMA ready for efficient waste management Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin CEO LAWMA LAWMA ready for efficient waste management * … calls on the public to take advantage of the agency’s customer support channels. The Lagos Waste Management Authority has restated its commitment to maintaining a clean and healthy environment throughout the Easter celebrations. It assured residents of efficient waste management services before, during, and after the holidays. In a statement issued on Saturday, the agency’s Managing Director/CEO, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said LAWMA had put all necessary logistics in place to handle the anticipated spike in waste generation across the state.…

EASTER: Agbolayah Celebrates Christians, Asks For Prayer For A Better Nigeria EASTER: Agbolayah Celebrates Christians, Asks For Prayer For A Better Nigeria * … moves deltans to support the governor. Special Adviser to Delta Governor on Community Development, Amb. Dr. Toyin Agbolayah JP, has called on Christians to pray fervently for socio-economic and political rejuvenation of Nigeria to stem insecurity, political and economic challenges plaguing the country. Agbolayah made the call in Asaba on Saturday, in a message to Christians in the country on the celebration of Easter, noting that the resurrection of Jesus Christ, symbolised in Easter, remained a…

JAMB shifts 2025 UTME commencement date to Thursday, April 24 The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has officially announced a change in the commencement date of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, now scheduled to begin on Thursday, April 24, 2025, instead of the previously slated Friday, April 25, 2025. This development was disclosed in a statement signed by JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Fabian Benjamin, and shared on the Board’s official X handle on Saturday. “The 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) is now set to commence on Thursday, April 24, 2025, instead of the previously scheduled date of Friday,…

Cardoso reassures of CBN’s commitment to monetary reforms Cardoso reassures of CBN’s commitment to monetary reforms Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, during his conversation with Nobel Prize-winning economist, Dr. James Robinson, the Reverend Richard L. Pearson Professor at the University of Chicago and Director of the Pearson Institute for the Study and Resolution of Global Conflicts in the United States on Friday. Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, during his conversation with Nobel Prize-winning economist, Dr. James Robinson, the Reverend Richard L. Pearson Professor at the University of Chicago and Director of the…

For tackling hunger, two Nigerians shortlisted for UK awards For tackling hunger, two Nigerians shortlisted for UK awards Two young Nigerians, Adenike Bamigbade and Itofa Ivarah, have been shortlisted for the United Kingdom awards for their contributions to grassroots leadership in tackling global hunger and malnutrition. Both 33-year-old Bamigbade and 27-year-old Ivarah were chosen for the Voices to End Hunger Awards, which would take place at the Institute of Contemporary Arts in London, England, on April 24. The two Nigerian food poverty campaigners were picked as finalists in the youth category and will be honoured by a group, The Advocacy…

Timi Dakolo describes his faith journey, ‘once church boy.’ Timi Dakolo Timi Dakolo describes his faith journey, ‘once church boy.’ Renowned singer, songwriter, and music producer, Timi Dakolo, has described himself as a “church boy” who rarely misses Sunday service, emphasizing his deep faith and love for God. Dakolo made this declaration during a press briefing for the upcoming “Jesus+Nothing” concert organized by the Love of God in Christ Church (LOGIC) in Lagos on Friday. “I am a member of this church. This is my father’s house. Sometimes I wonder why I am like this. I will explain it in…

Davido’s fifth studio album 5ive, released Davido Davido’s fifth studio album 5ive, released Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has released his fifth studio album titled ‘5ive’ As part of the prelude to the release of ‘5ive,’ the singer had previously dropped a few singles, ‘Be There Still’, ‘Funds’, featuring Odumodublvck and Chike. He also released another song, ‘Awuke’, featuring YG Marley. The 17-track project includes features from artistes like Chris Brown, Omah Lay, Victony, Becky G, Shensea among others. In one of the previously released tracks titled ‘Funds’, Davido gives his signature energy on the track while…

Tinubu’s Easter speech: Nigeria will conquer its challenges like Christ conquered death President Bola Tinubu Tinubu’s Easter speech: Nigeria will conquer its challenges like Christ conquered death President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians not to lose hope as a result of the prevailing security challenges, assuring that just as Christ won over death, the country too shall overcome every challenge it’s facing. The President also stated that the present moment may be cloudy, it will usher in a glorious day. This was contained in his Easter message to Christians in Nigeria and the the global Christian community in commemoration…

Fidelity Bank Shines As Winner “Nigeria’s Best Private Bank” At 2025 Euromoney Awards Fidelity Bank PLC has been named “Nigeria’s Best Private Bank” at the 2025 edition of the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence, reaffirming its status as one of the country’s leading financial institutions. The award was announced at a ceremony held recently at The Savoy in London. The Euromoney Awards, established by Euromoney magazine, are among the most respected honors in the global banking and finance industry. They recognize exceptional performance, innovation, leadership, and outstanding service delivery in various sectors across the financial world. Reacting to the accolade,…