Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Verve International Takes Its Place In Global Payments Power 50 Verve International Takes Its Place In Global Payments Power 50 Verve International, Africa’s largest domestic payments scheme and a subsidiary of the Interswitch Group, has been named in the first-ever Global Payments Power 50 list by The Power 50, recognising the most innovative companies driving innovation and transformation in the global payments industry. Founded in 2018, The Power 50 shines a spotlight on those who are transforming financial services for the better and delivers ongoing support and development for participants. Bringing together a diverse yet interconnected community, the Payments Power…

Ward Delineation: Angry Warri Youths Demand Sack of INEC Commissioner Ward Delineation: Angry Warri Youths Demand Sack of INEC Commissioner Warri youths have called for the immediate removal of Rhoda Gumus, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Commissioner for Cross River, Edo, and Delta states, following accusations of fraud in the recent Ward Delineation process for the Warri Federal Constituency. The demand follows protests that erupted after an announcement of new ward and polling unit boundaries by INEC last Friday. The boundaries were revealed after a Supreme Court ruling aimed at reorganizing electoral constituencies. However, the Itsekiris communities in Warri…

Knowing the reason behind Pastor Jimmy Odukoya’s dreadlocks reservation Jimmy Odukoya Knowing the reason behind Pastor Jimmy Odukoya’s dreadlocks reservation * God says i shouldn’t cut my hair. The Senior Pastor, Fountain of Life Church, Jimmy Odukoya, has shared the spiritual instruction behind his decision to keep his dreadlocks—a choice that sparked mixed reactions within and outside the church. In a recent sermon, he shared on Facebook on Wednesday, the cleric revealed that his dreadlocks were not a fashion statement, and he would have cut it if God told him to. “Before I came back, one of the things…

Dangote refinery drops petrol price to N865 Fuel pump Dangote refinery drops petrol price to N865 The Dangote refinery has informed marketers and its customers of a downward review of its ex-gantry loading cost to N865 per litre. The new price is a reduction of N15 from N880 per litre sold by the facility on Wednesday. Our correspondent gathered that the refinery informed its customers in a notice sent out on Thursday morning. A Pro forma invoice was sighted by our correspondent and checks into petroleumprice.ng also confirmed the development. Recall that marketers had exclusively informed our correspondent that the…

INEC sets record straight on misconceptions over delineation of Wards in Warri INEC sets record straight on misconceptions over delineation of Wards in Warri The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has made cleared the airway on misconceptions surrounding the delineation of Wards in Warri Federal Constituency. This is coming after Itsekiri Leaders of Thought in Warri, Delta State kicked against a draft report presented by INEC to stakeholders in the constituency on the proposed ward delineation. INEC disclosed that contrary to the speculations making the rounds, the Commission was yet to take a final decision on the delineation of Wards…

Messi shines, scoring two times in Miami’s comeback over LAFC ATLANTA, GEORGIA – MARCH 16: Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF reacts during the MLS match between Atlanta United and Inter Miami CF at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on March 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Kevin C. Cox / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) Messi shines, scoring two times in Miami’s comeback over LAFC Messi shines, scoring two times in Miami’s comeback over LAFC. Lionel Messi scored twice as Inter Miami fought back from 2-0 down on aggregate to defeat Los…

MTN CHAMPS Continental Relays debuts in Lagos with entries MTN CHAMPS Continental Relays debuts in Lagos with entries Nigeria’s leading athletics meet, the MTN CHAMPS Continental Relays, made its long-awaited entry into Lagos in the third season on Wednesday, with an unprecedented number of entries across the cadet, youth, junior and senior categories. Holding simultaneously at the Yabatech Sports Complex and the UNILAG Sports Centre, the Lagos edition will see 2,505 athletes and 155 secondary schools in 6,298 event entries from Wednesday to Saturday, April 12. The registered athletes include 443 cadets, 824 youth, 610 juniors, and 628 seniors, with…

CBN 2024 BOP surplus at $6.83bn; revamping Nigeria’s economy Central Bank of Nigeria. CBN 2024 BOP surplus at $6.83bn; revamping Nigeria’s economy The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a Balance of Payments (BOP) surplus of 6.83 billion dollars for the 2024 financial year. In a statement issued by Hakama Sidi-Ali, Director of the CBN’s Corporate Communications Department, the apex bank described the development as a decisive turnaround from the deficits of 3.34 billion dollars in 2023 and 3.32 billion dollars in 2022. Sidi-Ali attributed the improvement to wide-ranging macroeconomic reforms, stronger trade performance, and renewed investor confidence in…

Africa’s wealthiest entrepreneur clocks 68; find amazing facts. Dangote Africa’s wealthiest entrepreneur clocks 68; find amazing facts * He marks his birthday with excellent achievements. As Aliko Dangote celebrates his 68th birthday, his remarkable journey from a small commodity trading business to becoming the wealthiest black person in the world is a testament to his vision and resilience. Find amazing facts about him and his impacts. 1. Worldwide Wealthiest Black Person: Dangote holds the title of the wealthiest black person globally, with an estimated net worth of $23.8 billion as of March 2025, according to Forbes. 2. Dangote Group Founder:…

Ned Nwoko raises ₦30 billion in projects to Delta North Sen. Ned Nwoko Ned Nwoko raises ₦30 billion in projects to Delta North * Nwoko prides himself in transformation of the lives of the people of Delta North and beyond. Senator Ned Nwoko has announced a groundbreaking development for Delta North, highlighting the facilitation of over ₦30 billion in projects aimed at transforming the region. The funding comes through President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, designed to address critical infrastructure and agricultural needs. In a tweet on X, Nwoko expressed pride in the progress, stating, “I am proud to announce…