Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi
Ifetayo Adeniyi
Adeniyi Ifetayo Moses is an Entrepreneur, Award winning Celebrity journalist, Luxury and Lifestyle Reporter with Ben tv London and Publisher, Megastar Magazine. He has carved a niche for himself with over 15 years of experience in celebrity Journalism and Media PR.
Manny Ita – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has scheduled its national convention for April 14, 2026, as part of a nationwide restructuring process aimed at reorganising the party’s leadership and strengthening its political structures ahead of future electoral contests. Party officials confirmed that preparations for the convention are already underway, with consultations ongoing across state chapters to ensure broad participation by delegates and stakeholders from across the federation. According to party sources, the convention will serve as a platform for the election of new national officers and the ratification of reforms intended to reposition the party within Nigeria’s evolving…
Manny Ita – The Central Bank of Nigeria has officially established 18 years as the minimum age requirement for the registration of a Bank Verification Number. This policy shift is identified as a primary component of a broader regulatory initiative aimed at strengthening the integrity of the national financial identity system and implementing more robust verification protocols across the banking sector. Under the new guidelines, individuals below the age of 18 will no longer be eligible for independent BVN enrollment, a move intended to streamline the country’s financial database. Financial analysts and industry experts have noted that the regulation is…
The International CEO Forum (ICF), a global resource network and its international partners, today announces the 3rd edition of its International CEO’s Economic Summit (ICES), an annual global business platform for CEOs, policymakers, business executives, private investors, Heads of Government Organizations and industry experts.
Manny Ita – Former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (retd.), has expressed strong support for the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, stating that the President is performing creditably across all sectors of national governance. Speaking to journalists on Saturday after a courtesy visit to the State House in Abuja, the elder statesman issued a “pass mark” to the President’s leadership, noting that the current reforms are effectively addressing Nigeria’s multifaceted challenges. Gowon explained that his visit was intended to appreciate the administration’s efforts and encourage the President to maintain the current trajectory of progress. “I came to see…
Manny Ita – Rising energy costs and persistent inflationary pressures are fundamentally altering lifestyle patterns across Nigeria’s urban centers, forcing a major recalibration of household spending. Recent market surveys indicate that the hike in petrol prices—which reached as high as ₦1,350 per litre in parts of the Federal Capital Territory this March—has led to a sharp reduction in discretionary spending. Families are increasingly moving away from traditional luxury consumption in favor of what analysts describe as “authentic and intentional” living, prioritizing essential needs and sustainable financial habits over non-essential services. The psychological and social toll of these economic constraints has…
Manny Ita – Home Ownership First Bank of Nigeria has partnered with the Ministry of Finance Incorporated Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF) to introduce a mortgage product offering single-digit interest rates, a development announced on March 14, 2026, as part of broader efforts to address Nigeria’s persistent housing deficit and improve access to affordable home ownership. Under the arrangement, eligible applicants will be able to access mortgage financing at an interest rate of 9.75 percent, a significant reduction compared with prevailing commercial lending rates in Nigeria, which frequently exceed 30 percent. The mortgage facility is backed by a ₦1 trillion…
Manny Ita – Real estate developer Minimalist & Co has unveiled a new residential development known as the M120 Apartments in Lekki, positioning the project as a modern lifestyle-focused housing option within the rapidly expanding real estate market of Lagos. The development, introduced during a formal launch event attended by industry stakeholders and investors, is designed to cater to a segment of the housing market seeking a combination of luxury, functionality and long-term investment value in one of Lagos’ most active property corridors. Developers said the M120 Apartments project was conceived to respond to growing demand for high-quality residential units…
Manny Ita – Wema Bank has announced the admission of 10 Nigerian startups into the 2026 edition of its Hackaholics Accelerator Programme, marking an expansion of the bank’s flagship innovation initiative aimed at supporting emerging technology-driven businesses across the country. The selected startups emerged from the top finalists of the Hackaholics 6.0 competition and represent a range of sectors including agritech, healthcare, financial technology and digital services. Among the ventures admitted into the accelerator are Farmslate, Ploy, Stocmed and MamaAlert, all of which were identified during the competition as having strong potential for growth and scalability. The Hackaholics Accelerator Programme…
Manny Ita – The United Arab Emirates has initiated an extensive public relations and legal campaign to preserve its reputation as a global safe haven following a massive aerial assault by Iran. Despite the country’s air defenses intercepting a vast majority of the over 1,800 missiles and drones fired at the territory, the scale of the onslaught has challenged the UAE’s long-standing branding as the world’s safest nation. In response, the government has utilized high-profile influencers and strict legal measures to counteract footage of strikes and reports of insecurity that threaten its tourism and service-based economy. Prominent Dubai-based figures have…
Manny Ita – Manager of Arsenal F.C., Mikel Arteta has showered praise on teenage midfielder Max Dowman after the 16-year-old became the youngest scorer in the history of the Premier League during Arsenal’s 2–0 victory against Everton F.C. at the Emirates Stadium. The result strengthened Arsenal’s position at the top of the league table, moving the club 10 points clear as the title race enters a decisive phase of the season. Arteta described the moment as one of the most memorable he has experienced on the touchline, praising both the team’s persistence and the atmosphere inside the stadium after a…