Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has inaugurated “Know Your PSP” The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has launched “Know Your PSP” campaign, an initiative aimed at improving communication and cooperation between residents and Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators, responsible for waste collection. Commenting on the initiative, managing director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said the campaign was aimed at improving waste management practices throughout the state, adding that the initiative would provide residents with detailed information about the specific PSP operators assigned to their areas, for contact and for reporting issues or requesting additional services. He said, “The…

Hollywood Reporter’s 40 Most Powerful Women: Mo Abudu, Funke Akindele, Jade Osiberu make the list Kudos to the star-women in filmmaking for breaking records to exhibit their inner endearment. Nigerian filmmakers and movie directors, Mo Abudu, Jade Osiberu and Funke Akindele have been honoured by The Hollywood Reporter in their prestigious list of the 40 Most Powerful Women in International Film. This remarkable achievement celebrates women who are elevating stories to the global stage and fostering new voices despite challenges in the film market. According to the magazine which highlighted Mo Abudu’s resilience and innovative spirit, “Africa’s production industry…

EKEDC presents vendors, prices for single, three-phase meters Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has released the names of vendors and prices for the single and three-phase meters. According to the company, the release of the vendors’ names was in line with the NERC order on the deregulation of meter prices for the MAP scheme. The names of the meter vendors are Quantum Manufacturing and Metering Solutions, Holley Metering Nigeria Limited, Gospell Digital Technology, Gosslink Engineering Limited, Bendoricks International Limited and Turbo Energy Limited.

A 15-year-old constructs make belief Excavator and a Truck in Edo State Genius they say will never cease. This is the case of the young and gifted boy who activated his technical know how to make something that could bring benefits. In a world where people are highly driven by get-rich-quick-syndrome and abuse of the social media, a 15-year-old, Wisdom Joshua, a student of Benin Technical College, Edo State has decided to plough his ingenuity to practical reality by constructing a make belief Excavator and a Truck. Master Joshua, an SS 3 student of the Benin Technical College, said it…

Student Loan Portal Opens For Application The Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, has opened the application portal for the first phase of the student loan scheme, for students from federal institutions across the country. The loan website which became active in the early hour of Friday had the scheme’s pilot phase opened to students of federal tertiary institutions. The Media and Public Relations Lead of NELFUND, Nasir Ayitogo, listed the step by step application for the loan. Mr Ayitogo listed the procedures as: CREATING AN ACCOUNT Step 1: visit www.nelf.gov.ng Step 2: Click on the “Apply Now” Step 3: Click…

Economic growth: Tinubu, Keynes and Roosevelt in search of productive effect Finding possible ways out of economic hardship is the challenge leaders combat. This calls for different means, methods and initiatives. Governments aiming for growth during tough economic times often use public works as a key strategy. This approach, refined by John Maynard Keynes and Franklin D. Roosevelt, is now being skillfully used by Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, through his ambitious Renewed Hope Infrastructure Development Fund (RHIDF). This blueprint is not just a plan but a promise to catalyse economic growth by pumping demand through expansive infrastructure projects—a venerable…

From Electronic Business 2023, Tier-1 Nigerian Banks Grossed N392 Billion Nigerian tier-1 banks collectively earned N392 billion from electronic business in 2023, with United Bank for Africa (UBA) leading the pack. The rise in e-business revenue is attributed to the CentraNigeria’s cashless policy, which has encouraged more Nigerians to utilize electronic banking channels. Meanwhile, the banks also increased their spending on IT infrastructure for the year. Despite the growth, analysts suggest that banks need to invest more in their technological infrastructure to ensure seamless transactions and enhance security, which would further drive the growth of e-business revenue. Nigerian tier-1 banks…

LASTMA ready for 24/7 call centre, bringing traffic management efficiency In a groundbreaking move set to revolutionize traffic management in Lagos, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has concluded all necessary arrangement for the imminent launch of a dedicated call centre. This pioneering initiative is designed to enhance communication between the public and traffic authorities, streamline traffic operations, and significantly improve the overall driving experience in Nigeria’s bustling commercial capital. A Bold Step Towards Modern Traffic Management. Lagos, one of the most densely populated cities in Africa, is infamous for its traffic congestion. Daily gridlocks, frequent accidents and a…

Travellers enjoy convenience with AltClub, new wave of comfort in travel experience at Lagos airport Travelers at Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2 (MMA2) can now enjoy a new level of comfort and convenience with the launch of Altclub by The Alternative Bank. The innovative premium space offers a luxurious retreat where passengers can relax and recharge before their flights, while also catering to their basic banking needs. Altclub, an arm of The Alternative Bank’s digital travel financing product, Alttravel, is dedicated to enhancing travel accessibility and ease for Nigerians. Alttravel operates a “Travel Now, Pay Later” system, eliminating the need…

The return of the Emir, Sanusi Lamido wins the game of thrones of Kano Former Kano governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, dethroned Sanusi, citing insubordination, in 2020. Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State on Thursday signed the amended Kano State Emirates Council bill into law. The bill, which was passed by the Kano State House of Assembly a few hours earlier, dissolved the Emirate Council and sacked the five Emirs appointed by former governor, Abdullahi Ganduje. Yusuf also approved the return of Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, former Kano Emir, who was deposed in 2020, to the seat. The abrogated Kano State Emirates Council…