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Joke Silva celebrates Olu Jacobs at 83 Joke Silva, Olu Jacobs Joke Silva celebrates Olu Jacobs at 83 Veteran actress, Joke Silva, has paid tribute to her husband, iconic actor, Olu Jacobs, as he clocks 83 on Friday (today). Taking to Instagram, Silva shared an emotional post celebrating their decades-long journey together, which began when Jacobs was 38. In her heartfelt message, she thanked God for sustaining them through seasons of joy and hardship, describing the lines on her husband’s face as proof of a life fully lived. “The one and only Sir J dee J #_olujacobs …we met when…

Nigerians have misunderstood U.S. concerning reduction in visa validity Nigerians have misunderstood U.S. concerning reduction in visa validity The U.S. Mission Nigeria says its reasons for reducing most nonimmigrant U.S. visas in the country, have been misunderstood by people. In a statement shared on its X handle, the Mission claimed that the reduction in visa validity was not a result of Nigeria’s stance on third-country deportees, introduction of e-visa policies, or affiliations with groups like BRICS. The U.S. Mission said that the reduction in validity was part of an ongoing global review of the use of U.S. visas by other…

Youth Minister Embarks on Journey to UAE, Presenting NiYA for Digital Skill Ayodele Olawande Youth Minister Embarks on Journey to UAE, Presenting NiYA for Digital Skill In a bid to equip young Nigerians ahead of the demands of the global digital economy, the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has embarked on a strategic mission to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), forging key international partnerships to advance youth innovation, enterprise, and digital capacity-building. During a high-level engagement with the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa), a leading institution in youth enterprise and innovation, the Minister explored areas of collaboration in support of…

Flutterwave secures full license to empower businesses in Senegal Flutterwave secures full license to empower businesses in Senegal Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has obtained a Payment Institution (PI) licence from the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO). Africa’s financial landscape is evolving with the rise of digital payments. As more innovations emerge to facilitate payments beyond traditional banking methods, trade is becoming more efficient, accessible, and inclusive. This has driven significant economic growth within African countries. Senegal is a major contributor to this shift. With 28 per cent of adults using mobile money in Sub-Saharan Africa, Senegal…

Healthcare centre named after Remi Tinubu in Lagos First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu • Announces increase in doctors’ salaries. The Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area on Wednesday unveiled a state-of-the-art primary healthcare centre named after the President’s wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. Mrs Tinubu was represented at the event by the wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima. In her remarks, Shettima’s wife expressed the First Lady’s admiration for the project and commended the LCDA Chairman, Fuad Atanda-Lawal, for what she described as a legacy of people-centred leadership. “I am delighted to join you today for the inauguration…

UBA Announces Strategic Expansion into Key Markets Across Africa UBA Group senior executives recently concluded the Group’s Half Year Business Review. Held at global headquarters in Lagos Nigeria, Group Managing Director/CEO, Oliver Alawuba, brought together executives responsible for UBA’s twenty-four countries of operation. It was an opportunity to restate the Group’s pan-African strategy, and commitment to further expanding the Group’s coverage across high potential markets across Africa, while also deepening its operations in its existing twenty African presence markets. With over 51.7% of Group revenues from ex Nigerian operations, UBA’s journey to being Africa’s most diversified financial services group…

Dangote Refinery To Build 1.6m Barrels Fuel Storage Tanks In Namibia Dangote Refinery Dangote petroleum refinery will construct storage tanks in Namibia to hold at least 1.6 million barrels of petrol and diesel to supply refined fuel to southern Africa, a Reuters report has said. Quoting two sources, it said that the move underscores the refinery’s ambition to dominate fuel supply in Africa and beyond, potentially reshaping energy trade flows in the region and boosting access to refined products for southern African nations. The 650,000 barrels per day refinery, built at a cost of $20 billion by Africa’s richest…

World Travel Awards 2025: FCM Nigeria wins Travel Management Company President World Travel Awards, Graham Cooke (left); Group Managing Director, Finchglow Holdings, Bankole Bernard, at the 2025 World Travel Awards Ceremony held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, recently. World Travel Awards 2025: FCM Nigeria wins Travel Management Company Travel firm, FCM Nigeria, has emerged as Nigeria’s Leading Travel Management Company at the World Travel Awards 2025. The prestigious recognition, often hailed as the ‘Oscars of the travel industry’, represents a defining moment for both the company and Nigeria’s position on the global travel management stage. This was announced during the…

AMP Welcomes Nollywood Professionals To EFCC Sensitization Programme Amb. Dr. Queen Blessing Ebigieson The National President, Association of Movie Producers of Nigeria (AMP), Amb. Dr. Queen Blessing Ebigieson has invited all Nollywood professionals to a sensitization programme organized by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). She recently urged esteemed members and industry leaders to partake in the initiative that will help make Nigeria a better place. According to her, the event will aim to create awareness and foster dialogue on eradicating economic and financial crimes in our industry. Queen Blessing revealed that the participation of industry players is key…

WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons Advances To Quarterfinals After Win Over Botswana Super Falcons Advances To Quarterfinals After Win Over Botswana NIGERIA – Super Falcons Advances To Quarterfinals After Win Over Botswana. Nigeria’s Super Falcons achieved a narrow 1-0 victory against a resilient Botswana side in their second Group B match at the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024 in Morocco on Thursday. The decisive moment came late in the game when Chiwendu Ihezuo found the back of the net, ensuring Nigeria’s ladies progression to the quarter-finals of the continental tournament. The Super Falcons showcased their determination and skill,…