Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

ECOBANK NIGERIA PARTNERS WOMEN IN MINING ON CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION Ecobank Nigeria, a subsidiary of the Ecobank Group, the leading pan-African banking group, is partnering the Women in Mining In Nigeria (WIMIN) for its annual Gold & Gemstone Conference & Exhibition. The 3-day event scheduled for Thursday, September 26th to Saturday, September 28th will be held at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC) on highbrow Victoria, Lagos. The Women in Mining in Nigeria (WIMIN) Gold and Gem Conference and Exhibition (GGCE) is set to make a significant impact on the country’s mining industry. Under the visionary leadership of its Founder,…

At 29, Zidane’s son, Enzo, says bye-bye to professional football Enzo Zidane (Credit: Fabrizio Romano) At the age of 29, Zidane’s son, Enzo, says bye-bye to professional football. In reference to reports from Diario AS on Tuesday, Enzo, who last played for Fuenlabrada in Spain’s third tier, has decided to step away from the game to focus on personal matters, including his family and investments. Sports journalist, Fabrizio Romano, confirmed the news, stating, “Zinedine Zidane’s son Enzo has retired from football at the age of 29, reports @diarioas. “He last played for Fuenlabrada in the 3rd tier of Spanish football…

U.S. green card as requested by African countries, Nigeria ahead U.S. green card as requested by African countries, Nigeria is ahead of others. The United States green card program allows foreign nationals to live and work in the U.S. permanently. In recent years, several African countries have seen significant numbers of their citizens granted green cards. The U.S. had 12.7 million green card holders in 2023, with nine million eligible for citizenship. As of April 2024, immigrants made up 14% of the U.S. population, totalling 46.2 million. Globally, 28.3 million sub-Saharan Africans live outside their birth countries, with 63% in…

Maritime At UNGA: NIMASA DG Engages US Secretary Of State, Others At Partnership For Atlantic Cooperation Director General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr Dayo Mobereola (right) in a discussion with the Senior Coordinator Atlantic Cooperation, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, U.S. Department of State, Ambassador Jessye Lapenn during 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Atlantic Cooperation Summit in New York. The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) Dr, Dayo Mobereola has assured the international community of the commitment of the Federal Government of Nigeria to a peaceful, stable…

After winning 2024 U.S. Open, Sabalenka looks up to achieve topmost position Aryna Sabalenka She remains determined to end the season on a high and prove herself as the best player in the world. Aryna Sabalenka, who is world’s number two, is set to return to action at the China Open, marking her first tournament since winning the 2024 U.S. Open. The 26-year-old, who claimed her third Grand Slam title this year, has her sights firmly set on reclaiming the world number-one ranking in the final weeks of the season. Sabalenka, who also won the Australian Open earlier this year,…

Victor Essiet honours with International Peace Award by UN Victor Essiet Victor Essiet honours with International Peace Award by UN. He has made a big impact with great critical acclaim in the world of Reggae music in the motherland of Africa over the past decades. The award-winning ‘Godfather of African Reggae’ Victor Essiet of The Mandators fame, on Saturday, 21st of September, 2024 has received a special award on the United Nations International Peace Day in Nigeria’s capital city of Abuja. His nomination for the Global Melody Mastermind merit award is in recognition of his contributions, exceptional talent, creativity, and…

Saudi, Nigeria Uphold Bilateral Union As Saudi Embassy Celebrates 94th National Day The Saudi Embassy Celebrates 94th National Day, Strengthening Bilateral Ties with Nigeria Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Abuja commemorated the 94th National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at the residence of the Saudi Ambassador, Faisal bin Ebraheem Alghamdi. In a press statement by the Saudi Press Attache in Nigeria, Mohammed Alsahabi said, the event brought together an esteemed group of government officials, heads of diplomatic missions, representatives of international organizations, and prominent businessmen. In his address, Ambassador Alghamdi highlighted the significance of the occasion, marking…

US Mission praises Edo for peaceful poll during gubernatorial Richard Mills Jr “The US Mission in Nigeria commends the people of Edo State for the widely peaceful conduct of gubernatorial elections on September 21 and reiterates calls for calm following the announcement of results. The United States Mission in Nigeria has lauded the people of Edo State for their peaceful participation in the gubernatorial elections on September 21. The US Ambassador to Nigeria, Ambassador Richard Mills Jr. said this in a statement issued on Tuesday, urging all stakeholders to uphold the integrity of the electoral process as results were announced.…

Asake shines as he holds down 20,000-capacity O2 Arena for second time Asake Asake shines as he holds down 20,000-capacity O2 Arena for second time Afrobeats singer, Ahmed Ololade Asake, popularly known as Asake has sold out his show at London’s highly acclaimed O2 Arena for the second time. The venue is in the centre of The O2 entertainment complex on the Greenwich Peninsula in southeast London, United Kingdom. Asake, who is currently on his ‘Lungu Boy World Tour’, performed at the 20,000-capacity auditorium on September 21. Idris Elba, the British actor, also presented Asake with the sold-out plaque for…

Giving Sustainable transport, CFAO Unveils CNG-Powered Long Bus Giving Sustainable transport, CFAO Unveils CNG-Powered Long Bus. To solve the rising cost of fuel and the growing demand for alternatives to petrol engines, CFAO Equipment Nigeria has introduced a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered bus, providing a sustainable and practical option for road transport operators. According to the auto company, the introduction of the 7-metre King Long CNG bus is aimed at reducing the financial strain on transporters and commuters, while also offering an environmentally friendly solution. The General Manager of CFAO Equipment Nigeria, Francois Van Bladel, explained that the CNG-powered bus…