Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Nigerian Afro Gospel Artist, Zeya, Reigns In UK With New Album ‘Son Of Mercy’ Zeya Nigerian Afro Gospel Artist, Zeya, Reigns In UK With New Album ‘Son Of Mercy’. United Kingdom-based emerging Nigerian Afro Gospel recording artist, Precious Chidi, popularity known as Zeya, has released a new album titled ‘Son Of Mercy’. The ‘Son Of Mercy’ album, which was released in early October 2024, with a sold-out reveal event in Southeast England, is currently rocking the airwaves on many radio stations and worship centres. According to Zeya, “my kind of music aims at encouraging worship and drawing our soul closer…

Wini Lizbet shines as she gets double nominations at RB Entertainment Awards in UK Wini Lizbeth Wini Lizbet shines as she bags double nominations at RB Entertainment Awards in UK. The Nigerian-UK-based Afrobeat sensation Wini Lizbeth has got nominations twice, Best Afrobeats Act and Best Female Artist of the Year at the RB Entertainment Awards in London, United Kingdom. The yearly event, which aims to celebrate and honor exceptional musical excellence from across the globe, was announced via a post on the organizers’ official Instagram page, sparking excitement among fans and industry professionals alike. The highly anticipated ceremony is set…

Nigeria’s trusted payment gateway proudly achieved an investment-grade rating from Global Credit Rating (GCR) agency, affiliate of Moody’s – Payaza Payaza, Nigeria’s trusted payment gateway, proudly achieved an investment-grade rating from Global Credit Rating (GCR) agency. This prestigious recognition underscores Payaza’s unwavering commitment to financial stability, operational excellence, and competitiveness in the ever-evolving market. The rating marks a significant milestone, paving the way for Payaza’s continued growth and expansion in Nigeria and beyond. What is an Investment-Grade Rating? For those unacquainted, an investment-grade rating represents a company’s financial strength and creditworthiness. This milestone places Payaza among financially sound organizations, boasting…

The duo: Adeniyi Ifetayo, Gbenga Shaba emerged as President, Vice President Amidst Tight Contested Election – SDNON Ifetayo and Shaba The duo; Adeniyi Ifetayo and Gbenga Shaba have emerged as President and Vice President amidst tight contested election – SDNON The Society of Digital Newspaper Owners of Nigeria (SDNON) has successfully concluded its 2024 executive elections, ushering in a new leadership team dedicated to advancing the association’s mission of promoting excellence in digital journalism. In a closely contested election, Mr. Adeniyi Ifetayo emerged as the President-elect, while Mr. Gbenga Shaba was elected Vice-President. Their victory signifies a commitment to bringing…

The duo: Adeniyi Ifetayo, Gbenga Shaba emerged as President, Vice President Amidst Tight Contested Election – SDNON Ifetayo and Shaba The duo; Adeniyi Ifetayo, Gbenga Shaba have emerged as President and Vice President of SDNON amidst keenly contested election. The Society of Digital Newspaper Owners of Nigeria (SDNON) has successfully concluded its 2024 executive elections, ushering in a new leadership team dedicated to advancing the association’s mission of promoting excellence in digital journalism. In a closely contested election, Mr. Adeniyi Ifetayo emerged as the President-elect, while Mr. Gbenga Shaba was elected Vice-President. Their victory signifies a commitment to bringing…

Feat repeated as Otunba Gbenga Daniel shines as Best Performing Senator, 2024  Otunba Gbenga Daniel Feat repeated as Otunba Gbenga Daniel shines as Best Performing Senator, 2024. Feat repeated as Otunba Gbenga Daniel shines as Best Performing Senator, 2024. Again, in a month, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, the Senator representing Ogun East Senatorial District, has been named the Best Performing Senator of the Year. The prestigious recognition was conferred at the 2024 Classic Africa Merit Awards (CAMA), hosted by Classic International Magazine. The award celebrates Senator Daniel’s exceptional contributions to Nigeria’s development and his legislative achievements. Held on Sunday, 17 November…

Dangote, IPMAN agree as they sign 240m litres monthly petrol deal Dangote refinery Dangote and IPMAN have come to an agreement as they sign 240m litres monthly petrol deal. The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has offered to supply 60 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called petrol, to the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria weekly, which translates to 240 million litres monthly. It was gathered from the association that the refinery agreed to give 60 million litres of PMS to IPMAN members weekly, depending on patronage. This came as it was gathered that the $20bn Lekki-based refinery is aiming…

Over 100 Foreigners Have Been Sentenced To Death In Saudi Arabia In 2024- AFP Over 100 Foreigners Have Been Sentenced To Death In Saudi Arabia In 2024- AFP. Saudi Arabia has executĕd more than 100 foreigners this year, according to an AFP tally. The latest execution, on Saturday November 16, in the southwestern region of Najran, was of a Yemeni national convicted of smuggling drugs into the Gulf kingdom, the official Saudi Press Agency reported. That brought to 101 the number of foreigners executĕd so far in 2024, according to the tally which is compiled from state media reports. This…

Wema Bank Has Appointed New Deputy Managing Director, Executive Director Oluwole Ajimisinmi Wema Bank Has Appointed New Deputy Managing Director, Executive Director. Wema Bank, Nigeria’s innovative leader in banking and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Deputy Managing Director and an Executive Director. These strategic appointments, approved by the Board, come as part of the bank’s commitment to ensuring strong leadership succession. The new roles will take effect on December 1, 2024, following the retirement of Mr. Oluwole Akinleye, the current Deputy Managing Director. Mr. Akinleye, whose retirement will…

Bukola Olopade’s Appointment as DG of National Sports Commission a Milestone for Nigeria’s Sports Development—Otunba Senator Gbenga Daniel Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel, representing Ogun East Senatorial District, has expressed his heartfelt congratulations to Chief Bukola Olopade on his recent appointment as the Director General of the National Sports Commission by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The senator hailed the appointment, noting that it marks a significant milestone for sports development in Nigeria, given Olopade’s track record and commitment to advancing the sector. In a statement made public through his official X handle, Otunba Gbenga Daniel reflected on his time as the…