Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

… as an opportunity for practitioners to rethink how they create value, serve clients and connect brands with consumers. Advertising professionals have been urged to continuously evolve their skills, operating models and creative approaches to remain relevant in an industry being reshaped by artificial intelligence, changing consumer behaviour and emerging technologies. Speaking at the annual meeting of the Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria in Lagos, Meksley Nwagboh, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, described the transformation of advertising as an opportunity for practitioners to rethink how they create value, serve clients and connect brands with consumers. Addressing…

TikTok creators and content stars Peller and Jarvis are set to hold their white wedding on Saturday, August 8, 2026. Peller confirmed the date a day after their star-studded traditional marriage, which was held on Saturday, August 1. Ahead of the white wedding, Peller addressed fans on his Instagram story, saying the event will be strictly by invitation, expecting only 100 guests. The traditional wedding drew major celebrities, skit makers, musicians and influencers. Videos from the ceremony, which trended across social media, showed vibrant cultural displays, Aso Ebi guests, and performances that kept guests entertained till late. With the traditional…

Customs Cares was recognised for its far-reaching interventions in education, healthcare, food security and environmental sustainability.  The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has won the Commonwealth Environment and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Gold Award for its flagship Customs Cares initiative, earning international recognition for its community development and sustainability efforts. The award was presented in Glasgow, Scotland, in recognition of organisations implementing measurable, sustainable and community-focused projects that advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Customs Cares was recognised for its far-reaching interventions in education, healthcare, food security and environmental sustainability across communities in Nigeria. Receiving the award on behalf…

Opay Following growing concerns about online fraud, misinformation, scams, and false claims, which have made many people more careful about where they keep their money and whom they trust with it, one of the leading digital finance platforms in Nigeria, OPay, has flagged off a campaign initiative, OPay Is Okay, urging its customers to use and trust the platform. While reacting on this campaign, the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer, OPay, Dotun Adekunle, said: “Trust is the foundation of every financial service. Technology or innovation alone is not enough. People need to know that their money is secure,…

File photo: Minister of education, Dr. Tunji Alausa with members of the committee. The Tertiary Institutions National Laureate Committee has announced the commencement of the 2026 National Laureate Programme. The National Laureate Programme is a Federal Government initiative aimed at recognising outstanding academic research and innovation in Nigerian tertiary institutions. The programme, backed by an annual research prize fund of ₦365 million, is designed to reward exceptional undergraduate dissertations, master’s theses and doctoral research from accredited higher institutions across the country. The committee’s spokesperson, Ita Ekpenyong, disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja. Ekpenyong said, “The initiative…

Flying Eagles (PHOTO CREDIT: The NFF)  Nigeria’s Flying Eagles suffered a 2-0 defeat to Burkina Faso on Sunday but still progressed to the semi-finals of the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship as Group B runners-up. Abdu Maikaba’s side had opened the tournament with a 4-2 victory over Ghana before defeating Togo 3-0 to put themselves in a strong position for qualification. However, they were outplayed by Burkina Faso, who secured top spot in the group with seven points from three matches. Nigeria finished second on six points, while Ghana ended third with two points after a goalless draw against Togo.…

File photo: Pastor William Folorunsho Kumuyi Elegbede Abiodun The General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor William Kumuyi, has been honoured by the World Book of Records, London, for his contributions to education, humanitarian service and global outreach. Kumuyi disclosed this in a post on his official X handle on Sunday, where he shared an inclusion letter issued by the organisation. “I received an Inclusion Letter from the World Book of Records, London, @WBRLONDON. Humbled by this recognition, my focus remains unchanged: winning souls for Christ. “Through five years of #GCK, God enabled us to reach over 50…

Lagos lawmaker and actor Desmond Elliot has reportedly returned to acting after losing the All Progressives Congress primary election for his seat in the Lagos State House of Assembly. Some photos shared on social media showed Elliot on a movie set with fellow actor Ibrahim Chatta. The two were seen talking during what appeared to be the filming of a new movie. Many fans welcomed the development, saying they were excited to see Elliot back in Nollywood after spending several years in politics. Elliot recently failed to secure the APC ticket to contest for the Surulere Constituency I seat in…

Nigeria ended 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with an impressive seventh-place finish on the final medals table, collecting 24 medals across athletics, weightlifting, para-sports and judo. The Nigerian contingent secured 10 gold, seven silver and seven bronze medals, making it the highest-ranked African nation at the Games ahead of South Africa and Kenya. Australia topped the overall standings with 171 medals, including 70 gold, while England finished second with 110 medals. Canada claimed third place, with India, Scotland and New Zealand completing the top six. Nigeria’s performance was highlighted by several landmark achievements in athletics. Samuel Ogazi made history by…

File: Crude oil According to data with source from the Central Bank of Nigeria, the country produced about 263.65 million barrels of crude during the six-month period. Nigeria exported an estimated 182.2 million barrels of crude oil worth N24.02tn in the first half of 2026, as elevated international oil prices lifted the value of the country’s crude shipments despite concerns over inadequate feedstock for domestic refineries. The analysis of crude oil production and export data from January to June 2026 showed that the exported crude was valued at about $17.60bn, equivalent to N24.02tn at an exchange rate of N1,365 to…