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.
There is palpable excitement in Zamfara State as the administration of Governor Dauda Lawal officially commenced the 2026 Hajj airlift for pilgrims from the Gusau Airport (GIA). In a historic move aimed at easing the pilgrimage process, the state government announced that the first batch of pilgrims who departed for the Holy Land today, Friday, 15th May 2026. This milestone marks the fulfillment of Governor Lawal’s promise to make direct departures from Zamfara a reality, eliminating the need for pilgrims to travel to other states for airlift. However, the state government has issued a strict advisory to the public regarding…
British American Tobacco Nigeria (BATN) has announced the appointment of Ruth Owojaiye as Director, Corporate & Regulatory Affairs, reinforcing the company’s continued commitment to strong governance, regulatory excellence, and responsible business practices. Prior to her appointment, she served as Head, Regulatory Engagements for BAT West & Central Africa. In her new role, Ruth will lead BAT Nigeria’s corporate and regulatory affairs function, providing strategic direction across government relations, public policy, corporate communications, sustainability, and stakeholder engagement. She will play a critical role in safeguarding the company’s licence to operate, strengthening corporate reputation, and advancing its environmental, social and governance priorities.…
Filmmaker Lateef Adedimeji has spoken about his admiration for music star Davido following a meeting in Abuja. The actor shared photos of the gathering on Instagram, which also included celebrity designer Seyi Vodi. He said he had long admired Davido despite their different industries and backgrounds, noting that they shared a passion for greatness, creativity, and entertaining fans worldwide. As an actor, Adedimeji stated that he respected figures who influenced culture through their craft, describing Davido as a musical genius and one of those figures. “Link up with the serial hitmaker himself, Davido, @davido, a musical genius I’ve always admired.…
The Central Bank of Nigeria on Friday unveiled the fourth edition of its Foreign Exchange Manual, introducing revised guidelines aimed at strengthening transparency, compliance, and confidence in Nigeria’s foreign exchange market. Speaking at the launch of the manual in Abuja, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, said the revised document reflects the apex bank’s commitment to reinforcing confidence in the country’s foreign exchange framework amid evolving global economic realities. He described foreign exchange as a critical enabler of economic activities, stressing that regulatory systems must continuously adapt to changing global developments. “Our regulatory system must continue to…
Global superstar Shakira has released “Dai Dai,” the official anthem for the FIFA World Cup 2026, in an exciting collaboration with Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Burna Boy. The Colombian singer made the announcement herself on social media on Friday, posting: “Dai Dai is here. The @FIFAWorldCup 2026 starts now!” The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) followed suit, confirming the track’s release via Sony Music Latin and its immediate availability on all major streaming platforms. Featuring motivational lyrics centered on resilience, ambition, and unity, “Dai Dai” pays homage to football legends including Pelé, Diego Maradona, Paolo Maldini, Romário, Cristiano Ronaldo, Andrés…
National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has approved and classified 304 films between January and April 2026, reflecting increased activities in Nigeria’s film industry and rising local content production. Director of Film Censorship and Classification at the board, Deborah Malgwi, disclosed this yesterday in a statement, noting that the figure represented an increase from the 267 films classified during the same period in 2025. According to the classification data released by the board, January 2026 recorded the highest number of approvals with 102 films, followed by 83 in February, 77 in…
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is strengthening its regulatory systems as it transits from manual to automated license issuance, a move designed to make the certification process seamless, transparent, and resilient against human interference. At the heart of this transformation is the implementation of EMPIC, a globally recognised specialised software platform used by premier aviation authorities to manage safety oversight. The system primarily aligns Nigeria’s regulatory framework with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) standards, ensuring that local certifications carry global relevance. The initial phase of the Go-Live project focuses specifically on the…
China has reassured of its commitment to peaceful reunification with Taiwan while deepening diplomatic and economic ties with Nigeria and other African countries under the One-China Principle. The position formed the focus of a high-level diplomatic and policy dialogue held in Abuja, where Chinese officials, diplomats, academics and policy analysts examined Cross-Strait relations and the future of China-Africa cooperation in an increasingly multipolar global order. Speaking at the event, Counselor at the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Nigeria, Dong Hairong, described Taiwan as “an inalienable part of China’s territory,” insisting that the One-China Principle remains the political…
Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) on Thursday announced the addition of 600 megawatts to the national grid following the completion of a major transmission infrastructure project in Edo State. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of TCN, Sule Abdulaziz, disclosed this during the commissioning of the Ihovbor/Benin and Ihovbor/Ajaokuta 330kV Turn-In-Turn-Out Transmission Line Project in Benin City. Abdulaziz described the project as a significant milestone in efforts to strengthen the nation’s transmission network and improve electricity evacuation across the country. “This project marks another milestone in our collective journey to strengthen the nation’s transmission network to enable us evacuate…
The Recording Academy, the organizers of the Grammy Awards, has unveiled the dates for the 2027 edition of its awards ceremony and nominations. The organizers revealed the date on Tuesday during an upfront presentation in New York. Nominations will be announced November 16, 2026, with eligible albums having been released between August 31, 2025, and August 28, 2026. The Grammy awards ceremony will be held on February 7, 2027. The ceremony will be aired live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on ABC and will stream on Disney+ and Hulu. The development is a break from the Grammy’s 54 consecutive…