Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

NIBSS says Verified BVN holders have reached 65m The number of verified Bank Verification Number (BVN) holders in Nigeria has soared to 65 million, according to the latest report published by the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) on August 15, 2024. The milestone, industry analysts note, reflects the crucial role NIBSS plays in shaping the financial landscape of Nigeria, fostering digital transformation within the banking sector and promoting security and transparency. The Bank Verification Number (BVN) system was introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in 2014 as a biometric identification initiative aimed at reducing fraud and enhancing security…

Mikel will be restless until Osimhen plays for Chelsea  Mikel Obi Mikel will be restless until Osimhen plays for Chelsea “… he is one of the best strikers in the world right now and Africa’s best player. I know what he can bring to the club.” – Mikel Former Super Eagles captain and Chelsea legend, John Obi Mikel has vowed to ensure that Nigeria striker, Victor Osimhen will join Chelsea, following a failed attempt to sign the forward during the summer transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. Speaking on The Obi One Podcast, Mikel shared behind-the-scenes details of the collapsed negotiations between…

Actress Funke Akindele says 175 crew members empowered in upcoming film Actress Funke Akindele says 175 crew members empowered in upcoming film The box office queen, Funke Akindele, has expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to empower 175 crew members who contributed to her upcoming film, “Everybody Loves Jenifa.” In an Instagram post, she shared a photo of the team, praising their dedication and hard work in bringing the movie to life. Akindele revealed that the movie was self-funded and highlighted her pride in providing opportunities for a talented crew, 95% of whom are young individuals showcasing their skills. She…

Megastar Magazine Publisher Adeniyi, Titilola Mark 17th Wedding Anniversary in Rwanda Titilola and Adeniyi Celebrated Publisher Adeniyi Ifetayo and his wife, Titilola mark their 17th wedding anniversary with memorable vacation in Rwanda. Nigeria Ogun-born publisher of Megastar Magazine and renowned PR expert, Adeniyi Ifetayo, and his wife recently celebrated their 17th wedding anniversary on September 1st. The milestone marked nearly two decades of shared adventures, love, and commitment, which the couple commemorated with a special vacation to Rwanda. The couple chose the serene ambience of Fazenda Sengha Recreational Center in Kigali as the perfect setting for their anniversary celebration. Known…

Megastar Magazine Publisher Adeniyi, Titilola Mark 17th Wedding Anniversary in Rwanda Titilola and Adeniyi Celebrated Publisher Adeniyi Ifetayo and his wife, Titilola had romantic outing to solidify their union of 17-years with memorable events offshore Nigeria. The Ogun-born publisher of Megastar Magazine and renowned PR expert, Adeniyi Ifetayo, and his wife recently celebrated their 17th wedding anniversary on September 1st. The milestone marked nearly two decades of shared adventures, love, and commitment, which the couple commemorated with a special vacation to Rwanda. The couple chose the serene ambience of Fazenda Sengha Recreational Center in Kigali as the perfect setting…

ESAMA IGBINEDION @90: HERE’S THE ENIGMA PER EXCELLENCE Chief Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion In the heart of Nigeria, nestled in the ancient city of Benin, lives a great name that resonates with power, resourcefulness, entrepreneurship, influence, benevolence, generosity, philanthropy, altruism, social conscience, public spiritedness and exemplary leadership. “Be not afraid of greatness. Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and others have greatness thrust upon them” – Williams Shakespeare in Twelfth Night (Act 2 Scene 5). Our subject of discourse, was neither born great nor did he have greatness thrust upon him. Rather, he achieved greatness. He did this by dint…

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NUPRC nods Shell’s $1.3bn onshore assets sale Transaction has got the green light from the regulatory commission as required by the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). Shell in January announced that it had reached an agreement to sell its onshore assets in the Niger Delta region to Renaissance and focus on deepwater and integrated gas investments. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has accepted Shell International Plc’s bid to sell its onshore assets to Renaissance in a transaction worth $1.3 billion. This deal, if successful, is expected to increase Nigeria’s oil production, boost government petrol dollar earnings, support the naira…

Eguavoen, still in charge of Super Eagles, denies rumour Augustine Eguavoen “I only talked about sitting down with the hierarchy of the federation after these two games and we will see how to go about prosecuting the next games.” Eguavon said in part. Austin Eguavoen, Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation, has denied leaving the position as the interim coach of the Super Eagles after the two 2025 AFCON qualifiers against the Benin Republic and Rwanda. He was appointed by the NFF to take charge of the two games following the inability of the federation to secure the services…

NCAIR Unveils AI Fund Support by Google to Empower Local Initiatives The National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR), with support from Google, today announced the launch of the AI Fund, a ₦100 million initiative aimed at supporting Nigerian startups that are leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to develop innovative solutions. This initiative follows a series of strategic programs by the Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, aimed at harnessing the potential of AI to drive development, innovation, and well-being in Nigeria. Earlier this year, the Ministry held the Artificial Intelligence Strategy Workshop in April, bringing together key stakeholders…