Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Folorunso Alakija’s Flourish Africa grant for female entrepreneurs: Giving back to the society after benefitting …philanthropic effort was largely supported by generous donations. In a remarkable display of gratitude and social responsibility, Ngozi Obasa, founder of the Initiative for Women Affairs Development and Ntanta Delicacies, has given back to the society after benefiting from the ongoing Flourish Africa’s grant program for female entrepreneurs. Chef Ngozi, a seasoned food culture specialist, was among the selected beneficiaries of the Folorunso Alakija’s Flourish Africa Grant for Female Entrepreneurs, which included a 3-month intensive training program. With her newfound skills and knowledge, she has…

AIRTEL AFRICA PLC RESULTS FOR QUARTER ENDED 30 JUNE 2024 Strong fundamentals and focussed execution continue to support operating performance despite challenging macro-economic environment Operating highlights • Total customer base grew by 8.6% to 155.4 million. Data customer penetration continues to rise, driving a 13.4% increase in data customers to 64.4 million. Data usage per customer increased by 25.1% to 6.2 GBs, with smartphone penetration increasing 4.7% to reach 41.7%. • Mobile money subscriber growth of 14.9% reflects our continued investment into distribution to support increased financial inclusion across our markets. Transaction value increased by 28.7% in constant currency with…

SOUTHEAST DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION BILL: IKENNA UKWA APPRECIATES PRESIDENT TINUBU “President Tinubu has, through the signing of this bill, demonstrated another unwavering support and dedication to bridging the developmental gaps and fostering a more inclusive and prosperous Nigeria.” The Senior Legislative Aide to the President of the Senate, Federal Republic of Nigeria, Hon. Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa has joined well-meaning Nigerians to appreciate the President of Nigeria, Senator Ahmed Bola Tinubu for demonstrating visionary leadership and commitment to the development of the South East region, by assenting to the South East Development Commission bill into law. Hon. Ukwa while answering questions from…

Meta deletes 63,000 accounts of Nigerian Scammers on Instagram Meta deletes 63,000 accounts of Nigerian scammers on Instagram Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has launched a major crackdown on ‘Yahoo Boys,’ deleting thousands of Nigerian accounts involved in financial sextortion scams. The company removed accounts, including a coordinated network of around 2,500 accounts. It revealed this in a report entitled, ‘Combating Financial Sextortion Scams From Nigeria,’ noting that financial sextortion is a horrific crime that can have devastating consequences. The tech giant highlighted that it removed a set of Facebook accounts, pages, and groups run by…

How Adron Homes Transform Shimawa into Ogun State Premier Real Estate Hub Shimawa, a once tranquil and little-known town in Ogun State, has emerged as the premier real estate location in the region, thanks to the transformative efforts of Adron Homes. This metamorphosis has redefined the town’s identity, making it a beacon of modern living and investment opportunities. Adron Homes’ strategic initiatives have played a central role in Shimawa’s transformation. By developing numerous estates with state-of-the-art amenities, Adron has set new standards for residential living. These estates are equipped with modern infrastructure, including well-paved roads, reliable water supply,…

How Adron Homes Transform Shimawa into Ogun State Premier Real Estate Hub Shimawa, a once tranquil and little-known town in Ogun State, has emerged as the premier real estate location in the region, thanks to the transformative efforts of Adron Homes. This metamorphosis has redefined the town’s identity, making it a beacon of modern living and investment opportunities. Adron Homes’ strategic initiatives have played a central role in Shimawa’s transformation. By developing numerous estates with state-of-the-art amenities, Adron has set new standards for residential living. These estates are equipped with modern infrastructure, including well-paved roads, reliable water supply, and efficient…

How Adron Homes Transform Shimawa into Ogun State Premier Real Estate Hub Shimawa, a once tranquil and little-known town in Ogun State, has emerged as the premier real estate location in the region, thanks to the transformative efforts of Adron Homes. This metamorphosis has redefined the town’s identity, making it a beacon of modern living and investment opportunities. Adron Homes’ strategic initiatives have played a central role in Shimawa’s transformation. By developing numerous estates with state-of-the-art amenities, Adron has set new standards for residential living. These estates are equipped with modern infrastructure, including well-paved roads, reliable water supply, and efficient…

Birthday: First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Extends Heartfelt Wishes To Wife of VP, Hajia Nana Shettima Nana and Oluremi First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, has sent a heartfelt birthday message to Hajia Nana Shettima, the wife of Vice President Kashim Shettima. In her warm greeting, Oluremi Tinubu wished Hajia Nana Shettima a day filled with joy, laughter, and love, acknowledging her remarkable strength, kindness, and grace. She expressed her admiration for Hajia Nana Shettima’s exceptional qualities and prayed for her to enjoy many more years of peace, joy, and good health.

Scholarships: 33 Nigerian students gained admission to study in US Vasities The programme is designed to increase access to US higher institutions for highly qualified international students who have limited resources to cover the upfront costs of attending a university in the United States. No fewer than 33 Nigerian students have received full scholarships totaling $2.92m to attend American universities and colleges for the 2024/2025 academic session. The scholarships were received through the Opportunity Funds Programme of the United States Consulate General in Lagos. “The 33 departing students — 10 undergraduate and 23 graduate students — will be studying a…

Parents of quadruplets received over N10m donations from Nigerians Assistance from well wishers have been coming for one Sodiq Olayode, whose wife, Abiodun, recently gave birth to quadruplets, with donations which have surpassed N10 million. This development comes after a colleague, James, identified as #jamysax on X.com, shared Olayode’s struggle with the need for diapers for the quadruplets, who used 105 diapers in six days. His post gained the attention of netizens on X.com, which spurred the donations made to Olayode’s bank account that James provided on Wednesday. Providing hourly updates, James wrote on X.com, “Hello, tueh tueh. As of…