Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

To strengthen economic, Aviation Minister Signs Nigeria, Trinidad & Tobago’s BASA Agreement * Deal to address trade, tourism, cultural exchange, and connectivity. In a landmark move signaling a new era of air connectivity between West Africa and the Caribbean, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, and his counterpart, the Honourable Minister of Works and Transport, Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, Rohan Sinanan, Monday signed a Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) between Nigeria and Trinidad and Tobago. The historic signing ceremony took place at the VIP Lounge of Piarco International Airport, Trinidad and Tobago, marking the official commencement…

Shettima lauds Akwa Ibom for localizing human capital development vision Vice President Kashim Shettima * Akwa Ibom becomes the pilot state for the programme’s launch. Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima has commended the Akwa Ibom State Government for adopting and localizing the Human Capital Development (HCD) framework, describing it as a model of visionary leadership and grassroots-driven governance. Speaking yesterday at the Banquet Hall of the Government House, Uyo, shortly before unveiling the ARISE Human Capital Development Strategic Plan and the Local Government HCD Implementation Roadmap, Shettima lauded Governor Umo Eno for taking bold steps in institutionalizing the HCD initiative…

JAMB issues important update on admissions to new institutions Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has cautioned newly established and upgraded tertiary institutions against engaging in illegal admission practices, urging them to follow due process in student enrolment. The Registrar of JAMB, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, gave the warning during an interactive session held in Abuja on Monday with principal officers of newly established, upgraded, and adopted universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. Speaking at the session, Oloyede explained the standard procedures for student admissions through JAMB’s Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS), particularly the…

UK gives support to Moniepoint to boost trade with Nigeria L-R Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer, Moniepoint Inc, Felix Ike; Head, Financial Services, Department for Business and Trade, DBT, Hugh de Lusignan; Co-Founder and Group CEO, Moniepoint Inc, Tosin Eniolorunda and British Deputy High Commissioner in Lagos, Mr. Jonny Baxter during the British envoy’s visit to Moniepoint Inc office in the UK. UK gives support to Moniepoint to boost trade with Nigeria As UK-Nigeria trade relations gear up for substantial growth across key sectors, the British Deputy High Commissioner in Lagos, Mr. Jonny Baxter, has paid a working visit to…

Lagos plans to make ready its 68km Green Line Rail Project in one Phase Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos Lagos plans to make ready its 68km Green Line Rail Project in one Phase * Green Line will be fully ready before it opens for commercial operations. The Lagos State Government has revealed plans to complete the 68-kilometre Green Line rail project in a single phase, marking a departure from the phased implementation approach adopted in earlier metro rail developments. Stretching from Marina to the Lekki Free Zone, the Green Line is designed to boost public transportation, reduce dependence on private…

Seun Kuti’s electrifying Afrobeat performance at 2025 Coachella Seun Kuti Seun Kuti appears at 2025 Coachella with electrifying Afrobeat performance Seun Kuti’s electrifying Afrobeat performance at 2025 Coachella. Popular Afrobeat star Seun Kuti recently performed at Coachella, one of the biggest global music festivals. Coachella which is an annual music event attracts thousands of fans to witness some of the most famous global artists. The Artist who first performed on that global stage in 2012 is known as the first Nigerian artist to ever perform at the Coachella. This year, he performed with his band Egypt 80. The Grammy Nominated…

Group Counters Claims of Gbaramatu Royal Heritage Group Counters Claims of Gbaramatu Royal Heritage The kingship in Gbaramatu has no historical continuity from the traditional monarchies of centuries past as it was only instituted only in 2017. This is a statement of fact that is in the public domain. Giving this indication in a statement made available to journalists in Warri and signed by Augustus Akperi, the Warri Media Group dismissed claims linking the Gbaramatu area to ancient royal traditions in the Niger Delta, maintaining that Gbaramatu does not qualify as a historic kingdom by the standards recognized across the…

UBA Unveils Next-Gen POS Terminals and Upgraded MONI App to Empower SMEs Across Africa UBA Unveils Next-Gen POS Terminals and Upgraded MONI App to Empower SMEs Across Africa In a bold move to revolutionize Africa’s digital payment ecosystem and support small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs), Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has launched its enhanced Point of Sale (POS) Terminal and a newly upgraded UBA MONI App under its strategic campaign titled: “Innovation for Progress: Empowering SMEs, Connecting Communities, Simplifying Banking.” The launch underscores UBA’s commitment to building a future-ready financial landscape that meets the growing demands…

Tunde Onakoya prepares for 70-hour chess marathon in Times Square Chess master Tunde Onakoya Tunde Onakoya prepares for 70-hour chess marathon in Times Square The founder of the Chess in Slums Africa initiative, Tunde Onakoya, is preparing for another attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. In a post shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, Onakoya revealed plans to play chess non-stop for 70 hours at Times Square in New York City. The event is scheduled to take place from April 17 to 20, 2025. Onakoya emphasised that the goal is…

Flying Eagles play in Group B in U-20 AFCON Flying Eagles Flying Eagles play in Group B in U-20 AFCON Nigeria’s U-20 football team, the Flying Eagles, will play in Group B at the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. Their group includes Tunisia, Kenya, and Morocco. The Confederation of African Football held a fresh draw on Sunday in Cairo, Egypt. This happened because Côte d’Ivoire, the original host, pulled out. Egypt is now the new host for the tournament. Nigeria, who has won the title seven times, will begin their journey with a match against Tunisia on Sunday, April…