Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Bankole praises Tinubu for supporting persons with disabilities Tolu Bankole Bankole praises Tinubu for supporting persons with disabilities. A member of the All Progressives Congress National Working Committee, Tolu Bankole, on Tuesday, applauded President Bola Tinubu’s administration for its commitment to inclusivity and for promoting the rights of Persons with Disabilities. Bankole made this statement in Abuja to commemorate the 2024 International Day of Persons with Disabilities, themed ‘Amplifying the Leadership of PWDs for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future.’ The APC leader, responsible for PWD matters, highlighted the Federal Government’s dedication to social protection, employment opportunities, and accessibility to public…

Expect 20 New millionaires to emerge from FCMB Promo FCMB Promo First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has kicked off the 10th season of its popular “Millionaire Promo,” a campaign designed to reward and empower customers across Nigeria. During the nationwide promotion, 20 customers will win N1 million each, while hundreds more will receive cash prizes ranging from ₦20,000 to ₦100,000. The promotion runs until September 2025, with thousands of customers expected to benefit. In the last season, FCMB awarded 2,310 customers cash prizes and 14,780 consolation prizes, totalling 17,080 winners. The Promo remains inclusive. It is open to new…

Africa’s biggest stars set to hit OVO Arena Wembley for Afrobeats Legends Festival Africa’s biggest stars set to hit OVO Arena Wembley for Afrobeats Legends Festival. Lovers of music have been urged to get ready for an extraordinary celebration of Afrobeats as the Afrobeats Legends Festival is set to take place for the first time at the OVO Arena Wembley on 26th July 2025. This one-of-a-kind event will bring together some of the most influential pioneers, legendary artists, and trailblazers who have shaped Afrobeats into the global force it is today. At the forefront of this historic festival is Kennis…

Optiva, MBR Signature, and Bi-Courtney Launch Christmas Festival with MMA2 Lighting Ceremony The festive season officially arrived in grand style at the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2 (MMA2) as Optiva Capital Partners, Africa’s premier wealth management and retention firm, alongside MBR Signature and Bi-Courtney Aviation Services, lit up the terminal in a dazzling display of Christmas lights and decorations. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, which signified the kickoff of the highly anticipated 20-Day Christmas Festival, marked the beginning of an unforgettable holiday experience for travelers and visitors alike. A Spectacle of Light and Joy The event, aptly dubbed the Light-Up Show, transformed…

Talk with Perry Hosts First Annual Get-Together Seminar and Thanksgiving Ceremony In an exciting development for the community, Talk with Perry is set to host its inaugural annual get-together seminar and Thanksgiving ceremony on Thursday, December 19, 2024. The event will take place at the De-Orange Place Event Center and Lounge, located in Agege, Lagos State. This gathering promises to be a dynamic blend of insightful discussions, engaging workshops, and opportunities for networking and personal growth. The seminar aims to foster connection and dialogue around important topics such as relationships and marriage. Attendees can look forward to a variety of…

Lagos gives approval to OANM as Tertiary Facility Lagos gives approval to OANM as Tertiary Facility. …vision of the Academy is to become the foremost training center for alternative medicine in Africa. Optimal Academy of Natural Medicine (OANM), Lagos, has been approved and registered as tertiary facility by the Lagos State Traditional Medicine Board (LSTMB). Presenting the certificate of approval and registration at the 5th graduation ceremony of the Academy, held in Lagos, the Registrar of the Board, Mr. Babatunde Adele-Olanrogunsanmi, urged the graduands to understand and recognize their limitations. The Registrar who was represented by the Board’s Director of…

Nigeria, Developing countries serviced foreign debt of $1.4trn in 2023 — World Bank Nigeria and other developing countries serviced foreign debt of $1.4trn in 2023. Some developing countries including Nigeria, spent a record $1.4 trillion to service foreign debt, as their interest costs climbed to a 20-year high in 2023, a World Bank’s latest International Debt Report shows. With the report, interest payments surged by nearly a third to $406 billion, squeezing the budgets of many countries in critical areas such as health, education, and the environment. It noted that the financial strain was fiercest for the poorest and most…

Ramaphosa gives President Tinubu a warm welcome to Cape Town Tinubu and Ramaphosa Ramaphosa gives President Tinubu a warm welcome to Cape Town. President Cyril Ramaphosa of South-Africa, on Tuesday, received his Nigerian counterpart, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, at Tuynhuys in Cape Town, Western Cape, for the 11th Session of the Bi-National Commission (BNC) between South Africa and Nigeria. Nigeria’s President Tinubu arrived in South Africa on Tuesday, for the 11th BNC session. The session aims to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries, focusing on various collaborative efforts in economic, security, and cultural spheres. The BNC will be preceded by…

Hausa epic film, ‘Mai Martaba’ endorsed for Oscars 2025 – FG Hausa epic film, ‘Mai Martaba’ endorsed for Oscars 2025 – FG Nigeria Government has backed the Hausa epic film, ‘Mai Martaba,’ which the Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) selected as the country’s contender for the International Feature Film (IFF) category at the Oscars, which holds on 3 March 2025 at Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. The movie was produced and directed by Prince Daniel. ‘Mai Martaba’ delves into the themes of power, love, greed, and betrayal in an ancient African kingdom that resonates with human experiences. It weaves a transformative…

Fans, Technical Experts Decide Who Wins CAF Goal Of The Year Award Fans, Technical Experts Decide Who Wins CAF Goal Of The Year Award CAF has displayed the nominees for the prestigious Goal of the Year category at the #CAFAwards24, while football lovers get the chance to have their say over who wins the prestigious award. The prestigious award includes 11 remarkable goals scored in CAF competitions between January and October 2024, representing the outstanding talent of African footballers. Voting for the award will open immediately and continue until Thursday, December 12. CAF has established a dedicated voting platform accessible…