Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Glo introduced Installment payment scheme for smartphones Globacom has unveiled a new device acquisition scheme to enable Nigerians own smartphones and pay conveniently over several months. The scheme is dubbed: “Buy Now, Pay Small Small” and is available in Gloworld shops across the country. The scheme aims to bridge the digital divide by enabling individuals and businesses have access to the latest smartphones and devices more conveniently. This, Globacom claims, will make customers more connected and more productive. A press statement released by Globacom explained that it is offering flexible payment options to its customers so they can acquire devices…

TINFF Canada: Award-winning Film Kaka To Be Presented TINFF will be presenting ‘Kaka’ for all to be inspired with the story of a young girl and her teacher’s influence in her education. Award-winning film ‘Kaka’ has been officially selected to screen at the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) Canada, on September 14, 2024. Producers of the 12-time award nominated film has also partnered with 1 Million Teachers to champion education in northern Nigeria. Winner of The Africa Film Festival 2024 Best Costume award, and the Realtime International Film Festival (RTF) UK, Best Nollywood Feature Film award, ‘Kaka’ tells the…

Tinubu asks for direct flights from Nigeria to Brazil President Bola Tinubu on Thursday in Abuja urged the newly appointed Brazilian Ambassador to Nigeria, Carlos Jose Areias, to prioritize the establishment of direct flights between Nigeria and Brazil. Receiving the Letter of Credence from the Brazilian Ambassador, President Tinubu reiterated his discussions with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil on the matter, in February, on the margins of the African Union Summit, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The President expressed Nigeria’s commitment to working closely with Brazil to strengthen bilateral relations and advance shared priorities, welcoming the country’s presidency…

Osun has plans in place to generate power via hydro, solar • Osun has plans in place to generate power via hydro, solar. Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Thursday, disclosed plans by his administration to embark on power generation for the state using available river and solar assets. Adeleke, who spoke in Ilesa, Osun State during the flag of the construction of the 33kv Feeder line, said his vision was for Osun to be self-sufficient in power supply and also export to neighboring states. The governor recalled that the project was abandoned for over 11 years, adding that during…

FG approves increase of UBEC to N3.5bn … approval followed the passage of the 2024 Appropriation Bill and its subsequent assent into law. The Federal Government on Thursday approved an increase in the statutory allocation of Universal Basic Education matching grants accessible by state governments for infrastructural projects, raising the amount to N3,554,642,584.46. The Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission, Hamid Bobboyi, announced this during a five-day financial training session for SUBEB Chairmen and Board Secretaries in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. A statement by the UBEC Public Relations Officer, David Apeh, quoted the executive secretary as saying…

UEFA:  Ronaldo and Buffon honour as Champions League heroes  Cristiano Ronaldo Ronaldo and Buffon honour as Champions League heroes Ronaldo and Buffon were honoured as Champions League heroes. It was reported that UCL draw, UEFA Europa League, and UEFA Conference League will take place respectively at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco. Cristiano Ronaldo has been honoured with a special award to recognise his remarkable legacy as the all-time leading goal scorer in the Champions League. Also, former Italy goalkeeper, Gianluigi Buffon has received the 2024 UEFA President’s Award. Ronaldo – Buffon Image credit: Sky Sport The two of them were…

2024/25 NPFL: Nigeria referees promise better officiating this season – Irabor 2024/25 NPFL: Nigeria referees promise better officiating this season. The Chairman of Nigeria Football Federation’s Referees Development Committee, Mrs Faith Irabor, has promised improved officiating at the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premiership Football League. Irabor gave the assurance in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on the sidelines of the Cooper test and training for referees, on Thursday in Abuja at the Moshood Abiola stadium. She said that the changes in officiating would be in the areas of off-side and handball. “It is only a deliberate handball that will…

With new format, 36 teams battle for 2024/25 UCL season UEFA Champions League With new format, 36 teams battle for 2024/25 UCL season. The time for the fixtures will be announced Saturday. The UEFA Champions League draw for the 2024/25 season concluded on Thursday evening, unveiling the matchups for Europe’s top football clubs. With the draw now set, all eyes turn to the grand finale at Munich’s iconic Fußball Arena München on Saturday, May 31, 2025. PUNCH Online reports that the much-anticipated league phase draw took place in Monaco on Thursday, August 29. In March 2024, PUNCH Online provided an…

Olu of Warri with his wife Olori Atuwatse III to lead world leaders to drive positive change in Africa Event, geared to drive a narrative shift. …Hosts ‘Elevate Africa’ dialogue October The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III and wife, Olori Atuwatse III are set to lead notable leaders and visioners driving positive change in the Africa continent in a bid to chart a new narrative among global impact makers. A statement endorsed by the Royal couple also noted that the initiative under the umbrella of ‘Elevate Africa’ is designed not to only showcase Africa’s potentials but also to create…

The poet, Soyinka receives Dulce María Loynaz International Prize from UNEAC The poet, Soyinka receives Dulce María Loynaz International Prize from UNEAC The poet, Soyinka receives Dulce María Loynaz International Prize from UNEAC. The Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba (UNEAC) celebrated its 63rd anniversary with a distinguished event: the awarding of the Dulce María Loynaz International Prize to renowned Nigerian poet Prof. Wole Soyinka. The 1986 Nobel Laureate in Literature received the honor from UNEAC President Marta Bonet. In his acceptance speech, Soyinka conveyed his profound happiness and emotional connection, expressing how deeply he valued returning to the…