Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Sanwo-Olu dedicates himself to Lagos civil servants’ welfare Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu Sanwo-Olu dedicates himself to Lagos civil servants’ welfare. Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reassured of his administration’s dedication to improving the welfare of civil servants in the state. While making speech during the inauguration ceremony for the newly elected executive members of the Lagos State Public Service Club in Ikeja on Friday evening, Sanwo-Olu, represented by the Head of Service, Olabode Agoro, pointed to several ongoing efforts aimed at enhancing the productivity and development of the state workforce. Agoro noted that the government had introduced certain initiatives…

FG plans to build more jewellery-making centres Dele Alake during a tour of the Laurel School of Mining in Abuja. FG plans to build more jewellery-making centres Federal Government has emphasized its commitment to establishing more gemstone and jewellery-making centres across the country to enhance entrepreneurship in the mining industry and support the local value-addition policy. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, made this disclosure during a tour of the Laurel School of Mining in Abuja on Friday. He commended the centre for leading the way in training jewellery and gemstone makers, expressing satisfaction with the quality of…

Spotify gives both Nigerian, S’African artists $59m royalty in 2024 Spotify Spotify gives both Nigerian, S’African artists $59m royalty in 2024 Spotify gives both Nigerian, S’African artists $59m royalty in 2024. The streaming giant Spotify significantly increased its royalty payouts to artists from Nigeria and South Africa in 2024, distributing nearly $59 million as global demand for African music continues to soar. With these figures which was released by the company on Thursday, it showed the growing international appeal of artists from the continent’s two biggest music markets. Spotify claimed that Nigerian artists earned over 58 billion naira (approximately $38…

Customs upgrades to B’Odogwu to facilitate trade with technology Controller General, Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adeniyi Customs upgrades to B’Odogwu to facilitate trade with technology * New system is expected to lead to a more streamlined, transparent, and efficient trade process. * New system will replace the Nigeria Integrated Customs Information System (NICIS II) The Nigeria Customs Service has taken a step towards modernising the country’s trade facilitation system with the issuance of its first Pre-Arrival Assessment Report under the newly introduced B’Odogwu system. This milestone marks the beginning of a nationwide rollout of the B’Odogwu (Unified Customs Management System),…

Tinubu decides on Abdulsalam as MD of Ajaokuta Steel Company Nasir Naeem Abdulsalam Tinubu decides on Abdulsalam as MD of Ajaokuta Steel Company President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has decided and approved the appointment of Nasir Naeem Abdulsalam as the Managing Director, Ajaokuta Steel Company. According to the statement by Director, Information & Public Relations, Office Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Segun Imohiosen, he said the appointment took effect from 3rd April, 2025 and was in accordance with the provisions of the Certain Political and Judicial Office Holders (Salaries and Allowances, etc) Act 2008 as amended. Before his appointment,…

Gospel Music Sensations, Nathaniel Bassey, Mercy Chinwo Grace Glo – Sponsored African Voices Mercy and Bassey Gospel Music Sensations, Nathaniel Bassey, Mercy Chinwo Grace Glo – Sponsored African Voices This week’s episode of African Voices Changemakers, sponsored by Globacom, will feature two of Africa’s most revered gospel music stars, Nathaniel Bassey and Mercy Chinwo. The dynamic duo will bring their unique blend of inspirational music and conversation to the popular CNN International magazine programme, anchored by Larry Madowo. Nathaniel Bassey, born on 27 August 1981 is a Nigerian singer, trumpeter and gospel songwriter. Known for his soul-stirring songs like “Yahweh…

Kyari Ready To Give Support To Ojulari Kyari and Ojulari Kyari Ready To Give Support To Ojulari * Ojulari plans to consolidate on the successes of his predecessor. The new Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), Bayo Ojulari, has said that he would rely on the support of his immediate predecessor, Mallam Mele Kyari and the management of the company in order to achieve set targets. “I will be counting on your support. I will need it. I will be coming around to seek your counsel,” Ojulari told Kyari. Ojulari, who spoke during…

Senator Nwoko’s Moroccan Wife Unveils Luxury Travel Agency Ned Nwoko’s Moroccan Wife, Laila Charani Opens Luxury Travel Agency Senator Ned Nwoko’s Moroccan wife, Laila Charani, has unveiled a new travel agency, MNS Travel Agency. Laila Charani, who just rekindled bond with her husband, Ned Nwoko, after the latter began hanging out with her more often, following a rumoured marital crisis with his youngest wife and actress, Regina Daniel, weeks back, is said to have spared nothing at the launch of her new business empire. From continental to local African culinary dishes, all were in abundance at the event. According to…

Global electricity demand rises by 4.3% in 2024 – IEA Global electricity demand rises by 4.3% in 2024 – IEA The International Energy Agency has reported a sharp increase in global electricity demand, which surged by 4.3% in 2024, marking a significant rise from the 2.5% growth recorded in 2023. The newly released Global Energy Review 2025 on Friday attributes this surge to rising electrification across multiple sectors, extreme weather conditions, and growing industrial activity. According to the report, electricity demand growth in 2024 nearly doubled the annual average of the past decade, with China leading the charge. The world’s…

To ease traffic, Lagos’ Independence Bridge opens again – Minister David Umahi To ease traffic, Lagos’ Independence Bridge opens again – Minister The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos State. Umahi, a former Governor of Ebonyi State, stated this while addressing journalists in Lagos on Friday. The minister stated that permanent work on the bridge will commence in three weeks. He acknowledged the importance of the bridge, which links Victoria Island to other key parts of Lagos, and apologised for the inconvenience caused by the temporary closure. Umahi said the ministry has taken note…