Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Club World Cup Teams Receive Interim Transfer Rules – FIFA FIFA Council approved interim transfer market rules that give member federations the option of opening an exceptional transfer window from June 1-10. World soccer governing body FIFA has agreed on interim transfer rules aiming to help players change teams and go to the Club World Cup in the United States next June-July. The move on Thursday opens the door for players whose contracts expire on June 30 to sign early as free agents for one of the 32 teams who qualified for the relaunched FIFA club tournament. They include Real…

BoI, SMEDAN Unveil Financial Assistance Of N1bn To MSMEs In Nigeria BoI, SMEDAN Unveil Financial Assistance Of N1bn To MSMEs In Nigeria The Bank of Industry (BoI), in collaboration with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), has launched a N1 billion support fund aimed at providing accessible financing to Nano and Micro Enterprises across Nigeria. This disclosure was made by the managing director and chief executive officer of BoI, Dr. Olasupo Olusi, during the BoI Annual Public Lecture Series, yesterday in Abuja. Themed: “Creating Impact: The Role of MSME Support and Financing in Alleviating Poverty…

CBN unveils electronic system for transactions in foreign exchange market Central Bank of Nigeria CBN unveils electronic system for transactions in foreign exchange market. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has declared the launch of the Electronic Foreign Exchange Matching System (EFEMS) for all foreign exchange (FX) transactions within the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM). The introduction of this is to enhance transparency, governance, and market-driven exchange rate operations. This new system is set to be fully implemented by December 01, 2024, following a two-week test run scheduled for November. The EFEMS will revolutionize the way foreign exchange transactions are…

Victor Osimhen Emerges Winner Of Goal Of The Week Award Victor Osimhen Victor Osimhen Emerges Winner Of Goal Of The Week Award. Victor Osimhen’s impressive goal during Galatasaray’s thrilling 3-3 draw with Kasımpaşa has earned him the sport Goal of the Week award for matchday seven. The Nigerian striker scored in the 28th minute, showcasing his skill by avoiding an offside position and expertly controlling the ball with his hips before sending it over Kasımpaşa’s goalkeeper, Andreas Gianniotis. Osimhen’s goal received overwhelming support, securing 77.96% of the 13,188 votes cast, placing him ahead of competitors Edin Visca, Andreaw Gravillon, and…

Eguavoen Gives Needed Condition To Take Up Super Eagles Job Eguavoen Eguavoen Gives Needed Condition To Take Up Super Eagles Job. Augustine Eguavoen has opened up about the possibility of taking on the national team’s coaching role on a permanent basis. Eguavoen, who is currently preparing the team for the 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Libya, highlighted what it would take for him to accept the role full-time. After guiding the Super Eagles to four points in their first two qualifying matches. Eguavoen emphasized that any discussions about a permanent appointment must involve a long-term contract, as well as patience and…

NIGCOMSAT Set To Host Nigerian Satellite Week In October NIGCOMSAT Set To Host Nigerian Satellite Week In October. The Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Limited has announced the forthcoming “Nigerian Satellite Week,” set to take place from October 16 to 19, 2024. A statement issued by Aisha Bantam Head, Corporate Affairs, NIGCOMSAT, said the week-long event aims to highlight the importance of satellite technology in driving innovation, connectivity, and economic growth in Nigeria and across Africa. Bantam said: “As the world continues to embrace digital transformation, satellite technology plays a crucial role in bridging the digital divide, enhancing communication, and fostering…

Businesses To Look Into For More Money While In Lagos Businesses To Look Into For More Money While In Lagos There are businesses to look into if you are thinking of additional income in Lagos. Nigeria’s most populous city, Lagos, is a land of opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs. Lagos offers the perfect environment for businesses to thrive. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or a beginner, starting a business in Lagos can be highly profitable if you choose the right venture. Here are some businesses you can consider doing in Lagos. 1. Transportation  Lagos is known for its traffic congestion, which…

Megastar Awards Promoters Declare Major CSR Initiative in Abuja Adeniyi Ifetayo With the theme of the awards ceremony, “The Nigeria of My Dream is Possible,” a remarkable impact of this initiative will be massively felt. Megastar Awards promoters, and publishers of Megastar Lifestyle Magazine a leading print publication, has announced plans to roll out a massive corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative in Abuja aimed at improving the lives of residents in the nation’s capital. The Executive Director of the project, Adeniyi Ifetayo Moses, shared this exciting development in a statement on Thursday. He revealed that following plans for the prestigious…

AMAA’s 2024 theme, ‘Celebrating African Creativity,’ as The Weekend, Jagun Jagun top nominations AMAA AMAA’s 2024 theme, ‘Celebrating African Creativity,’ as The Weekend, Jagun Jagun top nominations The Africa Film Academy has unveiled the nominees for the 2024 Africa Movie Academy Awards. During a press briefing held at the Sheraton Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos, the organisers announced the nominations for the prestigious event, which will celebrate its 20th edition under the theme ‘Celebrating African Creativity.’ Leading the pack is Uche Okocha’s Nigerian film, The Weekend, with 16 nominations, followed by Femi Adebayo’s Jagun Jagun, which garnered seven nods. The highly…

Facts one has to be aware of on Nobel Prize before new winner is announced in October Nobel Prize Nobel Prize winner to be announced in October Facts one has to be aware of on Nobel Prize before new winner is announced in October. It is not possible to nominate oneself for the prize and to be valid, nominations must be renewed every year and received by January 31. Candidates must also still be alive. 1901, the Nobel Prizes have been awarded to individuals and organisations for work leading to great advances for humanity, in line with the wishes of…