Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Rema’s ‘Calm Down Remix’ reaches 1 billion record views on YouTube Rema’s ‘Calm Down Remix’ reaches 1 billion record views on YouTube. Calm Down Remix’, a song by Nigerian singer, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema’ featuring Selena Gomez, has made history as the first Afrobeats song to hit 1 billion views on YouTube. The music video, which was uploaded on Gomez’s YouTube page two years ago, has now surpassed 1 billion views, making it the first Nigerian song to achieve the milestone. Calm Down Remix’ is also the fastest African song to reach 1 billion views on YouTube, achieving…

Leadership Quality Affects Reading Culture – Dogara Leadership quality will Affects Reading Culture. Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara has lamented the poor reading culture in Nigeria and Africa at large, blaming it for the poor leadership in the continent. Dogara argued that Nigerians always choose to celebrate mundane things instead of seeking knowledge that will add values to them as individuals and society at large. The ex-Speaker attributed the challenges confronting Nigeria and Africa to poor reading culture even among leaders who are expected to be role models. He said: “All of us are…

GTCO Fashion Weekend 2024: Celebrating African Creativity, Empowering Fashion Entrepreneurs GTCO ready to celebrate African creativity and empowering fashion entrepreneurs. The GTCO Fashion Weekend 2024 emerged as a vibrant celebration of Africa’s rich tapestry of creativity, bringing together the continent’s most talented designers and entrepreneurs in the fashion industry. This year’s event underscored Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc’s (GTCO) unwavering commitment to fostering growth and innovation within the African fashion landscape. In his welcome address, Segun Agbaje, the Group Chief Executive Officer of GTCO, articulated the vision behind the fashion weekend, emphasizing its role in promoting, empowering, and celebrating the…

REMEMBRANCE OF KEN SARO-WIWA’S 29th YEAR LEGACY, 100 HEROES LEADERSHIP AWARDS REMEMBRANCE OF KEN SARO-WIWA’S 29th YEAR LEGACY, 100 HEROES LEADERSHIP AWARDS. The largest gathering of All Nigerian Ethnic Nationalities Youth Leaders in collaboration with the Rivers State Government, while preparing for her maiden Conference slated for Port Harcourt, Rivers State Capital on 23rd November, 2024, specifically preserved in honour of the outstanding landmarks and legacies of the late Niger Delta struggle Icon Kenule Beeson – Ken Saro-Wiwa, we therefore commiserate with the Ken Saro-Wiwa’s family, the good people of the oil rich region of the Niger Delta and the…

BBNaija Star Cross declares he now belongs to Jesus BBNaija Star Cross  BBNaija Star Cross declares he now belongs to Jesus, willing to serve Him. Cross shared that he feels “arrested” by God to serve His purpose, encouraging his followers to join him on this path. In a heartfelt message, he cited Joshua 24:15 NKJV, saying, “Moving forward, I belong to JESUS CHRIST, the Savior of the world. He has called me to do His work and build His Kingdom. There is a wave of revival on Earth, and God is calling His children to join His mission. All you…

Atiku gives explanations for not celebrating 70th year  President Atiku Abubakar Atiku gives explanations for not celebrating 70th year birthday.  Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has shared that he refrained from celebrating his 70th birthday due to the personal losses he endured that year. He revealed that he lost two younger brothers, his father, and his uncle, which overshadowed his milestone. Speaking at a thanksgiving service held at the Methodist Church Nigeria, Cathedral of Unity in Wuse, Zone 3, to mark the 80th birthday of former NDDC Chairman Onyema Ugochukwu, Atiku reflected on his journey. He noted that he was…

Construction Begins At Ogun East Naval Base Site, Senator Gbenga Daniel Notifies Governor Abiodun Senator, Otunba Gbenga Daniel Construction Begins At Ogun East Naval Base Site, Senator Gbenga Daniel Writes Governor Abiodun. His Excellency, The Senator, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, representing Ogun East in the red chambers, has formally notified Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun of the Federal Government’s approval to commence construction of the Abigi-Makun-Omi Naval Base in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area. In his letter to the governor, Senator Daniel, the chairman of the Senate Committee on Navy, disclosed that the project, approved under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration,…

Dangote recognised as most tax compliant business organization in Nigeria – FIRS Dangote recognised as most tax compliant business organization in Nigeria. It was a season of award at the weekend for the Dangote Group and its subsidiaries following their recognition as best Nigeria’s best compliant tax payer business organization and FMDQ Gold award winner for being the most active corporate organization in the foreign exchange market. Dangote Indusries Limited (DIL) and Bluestar Shipping, a subsidiary, were recognized as the most compliant in tax payment in the country ahead of the MTN Communication while the country’s leading cement manufacturer, Dangote…

CNN Senior Editor, Busari, Efex De Entertainer To Host MegaStar Magazine Man Of The Decade Award Momentum is gathering ahead of (Megastar Man of the Decade Award (MMOTDA) being organised by MegaStar Magazine, a renowned publication brand that celebrates People, Business and Events. Holding on 1st December, 2024 at the Prestigious Wells Carlton Hotel and Apartments in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, an international broadcast journalist and tv host, CNN senior editor for Africa, Stephanie Busari has confirmed availability as the host. Also to feature as co-host is Dr Efex popularly known as Efex De Entertainer. According to the organisers of the…

UK Presents 2-Year Temporary Work Visa To Gain Resourcefulness UK Presents 2-Year Temporary Work Visa to Gain Resourcefulness. The UK government has unveiled the 2-Year Temporary Work Visa, catering to foreign nationals aiming to live and work in the UK for up to two years. This visa is part of the UK’s initiative to draw international talent, address workforce shortages, and support sectors that require seasonal or short-term labor. Understanding the 2-Year Temporary Work Visa The UK 2-Year Temporary Work Visa provides a pathway for individuals to work within the UK for a limited duration. Targeted predominantly towards industries facing…