Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Davido features Beninese singer-songwriter in new single music video “Joy” Kidjo and Davido Davido features Beninese singer-songwriter in new single music video “Joy” Davido features Beninese singer-songwriter in new single music video “Joy” Davido, Nigerian music sensation has unveiled the official music video for his latest single, “Joy,” featuring the legendary Beninese singer-songwriter Angelique Kidjo. He took to social media to announce the video’s release, excitement radiating from his tweet: “Joy music video with @angeliquekidjo is out now!!!” – @davido Vibrant visuals bring the uplifting track to life, blending stunning African scenery with energetic dance sequences. Visit “Joy” music video…

Akpabio, Kekere-Ekun, Abbas Confer With National Awards On Independence Day President Bola Tinubu Akpabio, Kekere-Ekun, Abbas Confer With National Awards On Independence Day. President Bola Tinubu has conferred prestigious national awards on Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas. The announcement was made during his Independence Day broadcast on Tuesday. Tinubu said in recognition of their contributions to the nation, Akpabio and Justice Kekere-Ekun, were awarded the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON), one of the country’s highest honours. He added that the Deputy…

Yemi Solade made known how he was able to survive and sustain 21-year in marriage  Yemi Solade and his wife, Hannah Marsh-Solade Yemi Solade made known how he was able to survive and sustain 21-year in marriage. Nollywood actor and star, Yemi Solade, has revealed how he has sustained his 21-year marriage with Hannah, his wife. While on Nollywood Radio, the 64-year-old movie producer said his wife has been the backbone of their relationship. He attributed much of their success to Hannah’s support and ability to manage him through the ups and downs of life. Solade, who has been featured…

To support MSMEs, BOI gives N77.56bn loans to 1,000 entrepreneurs MSME & BOI To support MSMEs, BOI gives N77.56bn loans to 1,000 entrepreneurs. The Bank of Industry has announced that, within the first nine months of 2024, it has successfully disbursed loans totalling N77.65bn specifically aimed at supporting medium, small, and micro-enterprises. It said the financial assistance has been provided to nearly 1,000 MSMEs across the nation, enabling them to enhance their operations, improve their productivity and contribute to the overall economic growth of the country. The BOI Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dr Olasupo Olusi, disclosed these figures…

Wizkid refrains female fan from getting too close while performing Wizkid Wizkid refrains female fan from getting too close while performing. Wizkid, also known as Ayodeji Balogun, caused uproar on social media after he told a female fan that he is married with children. The incident occurred during the Grammy-winning artist’s ladies-only party in London on Tuesday. A video from the event which went viral on Wednesday, showed Wizkid surrounded by a crowd of his female fans with one woman, in particular, appearing to get unusually close to the singer. In the video, Wizkid paused from performing to politely tell…

Kunle Adedeji, now Acting CEO of Stanbic IBTC Holdings Kunle Adedeji Kunle Adedeji, now CEO of Stanbic IBTC Holdings. The Board of Directors of Stanbic IBTC Holdings Plc on Tuesday announced the retirement of the company’s Chief Executive, Demola Sogunle, with effect from October 31, 2024. Following the retirement of Demola Sogunle, the Board has received Regulatory approval to appoint Kunle Adedeji as Acting Chief Executive of the Company, with effect from November 1, 2024. “After almost 35 years of dedicated service, Sogunle has made a significant impact on Stanbic IBTC as a Group, guiding the Organisation through numerous challenges…

Fintech is introducing AI to handle fraud related matters Fintech is introducing AI to handle fraud related matters. As Palmpay celebrates its fifth anniversary, Nwosu noted that the fintech remains committed to bringing financial empowerment to every corner of the country Chika Nwosu, the Managing Director at Palmpay Nigeria, has said that the firm has begun employing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to combat fraud. Nwosu, speaking on the sidelines of the firm’s fifth anniversary, acknowledged the challenges the fintech is facing, especially those related to fraud. “We have faced different challenges, and we are working on them. Recently, there has been…

Moyo Ogunlewe Awarded Youth Icon On Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day Anniversary Barr. Ogunlewe & The Award Plague  Moyo Ogunlewe Awarded Youth Icon On Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day Anniversary. Barr Moyosore Ogunlewe, Executive Chairman of Kosofe Local Government, has been recognised for his exemplary leadership and commitment to youth development. The Ta’awun Political Forum (TPF) Lagos bestowed upon him the title of “Youth Supportive Icon” in a ceremony held on 1st October, 2024. The award commends Ogunlewe for his “political attainments for Kosofe youth”. This accolade points at the chairman’s dedication to fostering youth engagement and empowerment within the local government…

Unity Bank, ANWBN Empower Women With Digital Marketing Skills For Economy Challenges in Entrepreneurship From left: Mrs. Patricia Ahunanya, Chief Compliance Officer, Unity Bank Plc; Nkechinyere Ojiego, General Manager of Simba Group; Mrs. Adenike Abimbola, Divisional Head, Retail and SME Banking, Unity Bank Plc; Angela Ajala, Coordinator, ANWBN and Lady Isioma Fidel-Ewerem, from Women in Renewable Energy at the capacity-building workshop for women entrepreneurs held recently at Unity Bank HQ in Lagos Unity Bank, ANWBN Empower Women With Digital Marketing Skills For Economy Challenges in Entrepreneurship Unity Bank Plc has hosted a capacity-building workshop to support the Association of Nigerian…

In collaboration, FG, P-CNGI Offer To Empower Nigerian Youths With 2000 CNG-Powered Tricycles CNG-Powered Tricycle In collaboration, FG, P-CNGI Offers To Empower Nigerian Youths With 2000 CNG-Powered Tricycles. The Federal Government, in collaboration with the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative and the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, has launched the distribution of 2,000 CNG-powered tricycles aimed at empowering Nigerian youth. The launch event, which took place at the Old Parade Ground in Abuja on Tuesday, was part of the celebrations for Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary. In his speech, Project Director of the Presidential Initiative on CNG, Michael Oluwagbemi stated that…