Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

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,…

FG partners Harmony Gardens to unveil Renewed Hope Estate for Nigerians in Diaspora FG partners Harmony Gardens to unveil Renewed Hope Estate for Nigerians in Diaspora Harmony Gardens, a popular Lagos-based real estate heavyweight, has sealed an impressive relationship with the Federal Government of Nigeria to build 1,000 modern duplexes at Lekki Aviation Town. This project on housing is meant to serve as help for middle-income Nigerians living in foreign lands who are willing to invest in affordable, sustainable and top-quality houses back home. It falls under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and will be sponsored by the Federal Mortgage…

Donald Trump Ready To Abolish Six American Embassies In Africa Trump Donald Trump Ready To Abolish Six American Embassies In Africa United States of America’s President, Donald Trump is ready to close down 10 embassies and 17 consulates across Africa, while simultaneously reducing or merging staff at various other diplomatic missions abroad. The closures and employee-reduction plan was recently broken down in an internal State Department memo, and according to The New York Times, it would majorly affect America’s diplomatic footprint across several continents, with Africa set to be negatively affected the most. Out of the 10 embassies set to…

1,973,253 candidates to sit for Computer-Based SSCE, results to be ready in 45days – WAEC 1,973,253 candidates to sit for Computer-Based SSCE, results to be ready in 45days – WAEC The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has disclosed that a total of 1,973,253 candidates are sitting the first-ever Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination, starting next week. Head of the Nigeria National Office of WAEC, Dr. Amos Dangut, made this known during a press briefing held at the WAEC National Office in Yaba, Lagos, on Thursday. He said WASSCE for School Candidates, 2025, would be held from Thursday, April…

Union Bank empowers young Nigerian entrepreneurs Union Bank empowers young Nigerian entrepreneurs Union Bank of Nigeria, under its Made-In-Naija initiative, emphasised its commitment to supporting homegrown businesses by recently sponsoring the RISE Business Challenge at the University of Lagos, Akoka, during the 6th yearly leadership conference. Dubbed ‘Turning Point 6.0, the Resilience, Innovation, Social Responsibility, and Entrepreneurship (RISE).’ challenge is a collaboration between Union Bank and the conference convener, Olusegun Odufuwa, to empower youth-led businesses with financial and mentorship support through a pitch competition. Targeted at uplifting young men and women with requisite entrepreneurial skills, the event aligns with one…