Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

FirstBank Hosts Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026, Leads Conversation On Economic Growth Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026 FirstBank will continue to work with Nigerians to reach their financial aspirations. FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion service provider is pleased to announce the Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026 scheduled to hold on Tuesday, January 6. FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion service provider is pleased to announce the Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026 scheduled to hold on Tuesday, January 6. The theme of the session is “The Great Calibration: Mastering Resilience in an Era of Asynchronous Growth” Nigeria Economic…

Both EFCC, NCoS Officials Engage In Struggle Over Who Is Who In Ex-AGF Malami’s Case The court had earlier ordered the remand of Malami in Kuje correctional centre till Jan 2. Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and the officials of the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), on Friday, clashed at the Federal High Court, Abuja, over the trial of former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN. Apparently, the two agencies engaged themselves over who should be in charge of security during the trial of the former minister. On December 30,…

US Dares Iran Over Protesters Killing Donald Trump United States President Donald Trump has warned that the US was “locked and loaded” to respond if Iranian authorities kill protesters after cost-of-living protests in Iran turned deadly. The demonstrations, which began on Sunday, December 28, 2025, in Tehran, were sparked by rising prices, economic stagnation and the sharp decline in the Iranian currency. The protests soon spread to other cities. On Thursday, January 1, 2026, clashes between demonstrators and security forces reportedly left at least six people dead, the first confirmed fatalities since the unrest escalated. Reacting to the situation, Trump…

Nigeria Film Corporation, PlotWeaver Collaborate To Transform Nigeria’s Cinema Using AI NFC’s Managing Director/Chief Executive, Dr Ali Nuhu Nigeria’s cinema is set to benefit from the advantages of Artificial Intelligence, following the recent signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) and PlotWeaver, an AI-powered storytelling technology platform. The NFC stated that the partnership “is strategic, timely, innovative and will transform the storytelling capabilities” of Nigerian filmmakers, marking a new chapter for the country’s burgeoning film industry. Brian Etuk, NFC’s Director of Public Affairs, in the statement, averred that the partnership offers PlotWeaver a rare opportunity…

AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Ready For Mozambique Knockout Clash Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has declared that he and his national teammates are fully prepared for the pressures of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) knockout round as they prepare to face Mozambique on Monday. The Super Eagles secured their place in the last 16 by topping Group C with nine points. Their campaign began with a 2-1 victory over Tanzania, followed by a thrilling 3-2 win against Tunisia, and concluded the group stage with a dominant 3-1 triumph over Uganda. Now, the three-time AFCON champions will meet Mozambique in…

Dr D.K. Olukoya of MFM Releases 2026 Prophecies MFM’s Olukoya The General Overseer of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries, Dr Daniel Olukoya, has warned that 2026 will be a fast, strange, and spiritually demanding year. He also urged nations, churches, families, and individuals to embrace righteousness and intensive prayer to avert confusion and calamity. Olukoya gave the warning on Thursday morning at the Prayer City, along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, during the church’s 2025 crossover service into 2026, where he shared what he described as a prophetic outlook for the coming year, themed, “My Year of Great Deliverance and…

Adron Homes Appreciates Customers Worldwide, Reaffirms Affordable Housing Drive in 2026 Adron Homes Adron Homes has appreciated its customers worldwide, reaffirms affordable housing drive in 2026 NewsRain Nigeria reports that the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Adron Group, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, has expressed profound appreciation to Adron customers across Nigeria and in the diaspora for their unwavering trust, patronage, and continued recommendations of the company’s products throughout 2025. In his New Year goodwill message, Emmanuelking acknowledged that the loyalty and confidence of Adron customers have remained the backbone of the company’s sustained growth, innovation, and expanding footprint across the…

Pastor Adeboye prophesies reversed japa, reduced hunger for 2026 The General Overseer of Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye. Photo Credit: RCCG The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has delivered his highly anticipated prophecies for the year 2026, foretelling economic recovery and a shift in migration trends. During the church’s annual cross-over service at Redemption City on New Year’s Eve, the cleric offered a message of hope for Nigeria and cautious optimism for the international community. Addressing the national outlook, Adeboye shared the first part of a two-part prophecy, noting he…

FirstBank ably completes N500bn capital raise Otedola impressed by the bold decision to recapitalize the banking sector. As someone who has spent over three decades investing, building businesses, and navigating Nigeria’s economic cycles, I rarely comment publicly on policy. But there are moments when leadership must be acknowledged. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has shown remarkable courage and clarity in steering our country through difficult but necessary reforms. His bold sense of direction, guided by a deep understanding of our economy, has created the foundation for policies that are now being recognised across the world. I have seen many administrations, but…

Dunsin Oyekan features Pastor Adeboye, drops first single of 2026 Gospel singer Dunsin Oyekan has announced the release of his first single of the year, “AMEN”, featuring the renowned cleric Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, popularly known as Daddy Adeboye. The song is set to be available on all digital platforms worldwide by midnight tonight, with the official music video scheduled for release by 6pm tomorrow, Oyekan revealed. Taking to social media, Oyekan shared a lighthearted moment with Pastor Adeboye during the recording process. “I remembered Daddy asking me if what He did on the song is good enough. I told…