Author: 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.
Manny Ita – The Argungu International Fishing Festival officially commenced today, February 11, 2026, in Kebbi State, drawing thousands of fishermen, cultural performers, tourists, and dignitaries to one of Nigeria’s most iconic traditional events. The festival, widely recognised by UNESCO for its cultural significance, marks another celebration of a centuries-old tradition that blends competition, heritage, and communal identity. Participants from different parts of Nigeria and neighbouring countries converged on the banks of the Matan Fada River, armed with traditional fishing tools, as they compete for the largest catch in the festival’s flagship fishing contest. The event, which traces its origins…
Manny Ita – There was relief for motorists and petroleum marketers on Tuesday as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery announced a reduction in the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from ₦799 to ₦774 per litre, a move aimed at easing cost pressures across the downstream petroleum sector. The price adjustment takes immediate effect and is expected to influence pump prices nationwide, depending on logistics and distribution costs. The refinery said the decision was part of ongoing efforts to stabilise the domestic fuel market and support marketers amid rising operational expenses. In a statement released by the company, it noted…
Manny Ita – Nigeria Condemns Killing of Citizen in Durban, Urges Thorough ProbeThe Nigerian Consulate in South Africa has strongly condemned the killing of a Nigerian citizen in Durban, calling on South African law enforcement authorities to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation into the incident. The consulate described the killing as disturbing and unacceptable, stressing the need for justice and accountability. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Consulate General expressed deep concern over the circumstances surrounding the death, noting that it had formally taken up the matter with relevant South African authorities. The mission confirmed that it is…
Manny Ita – The Lagos–Abeokuta Expressway has been partially closed from today following the commencement of a four-week rehabilitation exercise by the Federal Government, a development expected to significantly affect traffic flow along one of the busiest transport corridors linking Lagos and Ogun states. The affected stretch runs from the U-Turn Bus Stop to the Sango Tollgate, a section known for persistent congestion and deteriorating road conditions. Officials of the Federal Ministry of Works confirmed that the closure is part of ongoing efforts to restore critical federal highways and improve road safety for motorists and commuters. The ministry stated that…
Manny Ita – The Federal Government, in collaboration with global telecommunications giant Ericsson, is set to officially launch the “Connect NextGen” Innovation Hackathon today at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, in a strategic move aimed at accelerating digital skills development among Nigerian youths. The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to position Nigeria as a leading technology and innovation hub in Africa while equipping young Nigerians with emerging technology competencies. Government officials disclosed that the hackathon is designed to provide intensive hands-on training in critical digital fields including 5G technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT). The programme…
CAC points out banks for aiding corruption by hosting inactive company accounts Elegbede Abiodun … 248 fake company registrations were discovered to have been illegally inserted into the CAC system. The Registrar-General of the Corporate Affairs Commission, Hussaini Magaji (SAN), has accused some banks and financial institutions of undermining Nigeria’s anti-corruption and compliance framework by allowing inactive and non-compliant companies to continue operating and transacting freely. Magaji also disclosed that the Commission reported 248 fake company registrations to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission for investigation and prosecution, while three CAC staff members were handed over to the Independent…
Interswitch to Strengthen Public Healthcare Delivery through Deployment of eClinic Electronic Medical Records Platform in Abia Interswitch, leading African technology company focused on creating solutions that enable individuals and communities prosper, through its health-tech subsidiary, Interswitch eClat, has taken a major step in advancing Nigeria’s public-sector health digitisation agenda following the conclusion of a high-level stakeholders’ engagement with the Abia State Government. The engagement took place ahead of the phased deployment of eClinic, Interswitch eClat’s Electronic Medical Records (EMR) platform, across public health facilities in the state. The engagement, convened by the Abia State Ministry of Health in collaboration…
Bidvest Terminates R2.8 Billion Sale After Access Bank Fails to Meet Conditions Access Bank’s plan to acquire South Africa’s Bidvest Bank has collapsed after the Nigerian lender failed to meet key contractual conditions by the agreed deadline, halting its push to expand further into the South African banking market. Bidvest Group confirmed on Monday that it had terminated the R2.8 billion transaction after Access Bank did not fulfil the conditions precedent by the contractually agreed longstop date. The group added that it has reopened talks with other potential buyers for its banking subsidiary. “The parties have been actively working together…
Electronic Transmission of Election Results Stands ~ Senate Elegbede Abiodun …. presiding officers at polling units are required to electronically transmit results to the IREV portal after the completion of voting. The Nigerian Senate on Tuesday amended the Electoral Act, altering Section 60 to mandate electronic transmission of election results to the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) Result Viewing Portal (IREV), while simultaneously creating a major loophole that allows manual result sheets to prevail where electronic transmission fails. The amendment was adopted during plenary proceedings monitored by SaharaReporters, with the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, presiding. Under the revised provision,…
Cargo charge: FAAN decides on N15 charge at Lagos airport after stakeholder meetin Elegbede Abiodun … adjustment comes after weeks of resistance from Customs Licensed Cargo Agents. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced a revised cargo port charge of N15 per kilogramme at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, following consultations with cargo handling stakeholders. The statement, issued by Henry Agbebire, FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, was shared on the Authority’s official X page on Tuesday. The adjustment comes after weeks of resistance from Customs Licensed Cargo Agents, who opposed an earlier proposal…