Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

First Lady Oluremi Reassures Of FG Deep Rooted Concern For Quality Healthcare For Nigerians First Lady Oluremi Reassures Of FG Deep Rooted Concern For  Quality Healthcare For Nigerians The First Lady of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu has reiterated governments devotion to rebuilding the healthcare sector in Nigeria. In a statement signed on Wednesday 4th December 2024, by Busola Kukoyi, Senior Special Adviser on Media to the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. She stated this at the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the National Hospital Abuja. Senator Oluremi Tinubu pointed out that the hospital remains pivotal and…

Spotify: Both Asake and Ayra Starr are most streamed artists in 2024 Ayra Starr and Asake Both Asake and Ayra Starr are most streamed artists in 2024. Nigerian music stars Asake and Ayra Starr have emerged as the most streamed artists in Nigeria on Spotify in 2024. Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music, Sub-Saharan Africa, who disclosed this in a statement, on Wednesday, said this is according to “Spotify Wrapped 2024”. Okumu said that the ten most streamed male artistes in Nigeria for the year included: Asake, Seyi Vibez, Burna Boy, Wizkid, Rema, Bnxn, ODUMODUBLVCK, Shallipopi, Davido and Young Jonn.…

Ayo Mogaji, Jibola Dabo celebrate son’s graduation Dabo, Fareed and Ayo Mogaji Ayo Mogaji, Jibola Dabo celebrate son’s graduation. Actress, Binta Ayo Mogaji, recently reunited with her ex, Jibola Dabo, to celebrate their son’s graduation from Lead University in Ibadan, Oyo State. Binta Mogaji shared photos on Instagram of herself and Jibola Dabo at their son Fareed Ademide Mogaji’s convocation ceremony. She expressed gratitude to those who supported her son’s success, including her ex, Jibola Dabo. Binta Mogaji wrote: “Alihamdulillahi Alihamdulillahi Alihamdulillahi I glorify God’s name for witnessing my only son’s @fareed_mogaji graduation at lead city university, ibadan. Convocation 2024.…

Zenith Bank Shines as winner of Bank of the Year at The Banker Awards 2024 Zenith Bank Plc Zenith Bank Shines as winner of Nigerian Bank of the Year at UK’s Banker Awards. …earning numerous awards, with this latest accolade coming on the heels of several recognitions. Zenith Bank Plc has emerged as ‘Bank of the Year, Nigeria’ in The Banker’s Bank of the Year Awards 2024. The award, which was announced by The Banker Magazine, Financial Times Group, United Kingdom, during the awards ceremony held in London on December 4, 2024, is in recognition of the bank’s strong management,…

Odunlade Adekola Honours The Legend  Ibrahim Chatta, Bows To Present Award Odunlade and Chatta Odunlade Adekola Honours The Legend  Ibrahim Chatta, Bows To Present Award. In a touching display of respect, Nollywood star Odunlade Adekola has garnered widespread acclaim from fans for honoring his fellow actor, Ibrahim Chatta. During the recent Odunlade Adekola Film Production Awards held in Abeokuta, Odunlade presented Ibrahim with a prestigious recognition award, acknowledging his significant contributions to the Yoruba film industry. A video shared on Odunlade’s Instagram captures the poignant moment as he bows in reverence to Ibrahim Chatta while presenting him with the esteemed…

GistIndigenous Companies Shines, Winning $1.98bn In Shell Contracts, Marking A 3% Increase In Local Content Shell GistIndigenous Companies Shines, Winning $1.98bn In Shell Contracts, Marking A 3% Increase In Local Content. Shell Companies in Nigeria revealed that in 2023, they awarded contracts worth $1.98 billion to local companies, a move aimed at bolstering local content within the oil and gas sector. The contracts, granted by Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC), Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo), and Shell Nigeria Gas (SNG), marked a 3% increase from $1.92 billion in 2022. Ron Adams, Managing Director of…

Cement Manufacturer, Holcim Exits Nigeria Due To Intense Local Competition, Sells off Lafarge For $1 Billion Lafarge Cement Maker, Holcim Exits Nigeria Due To Intense Local Competition, Sells off Lafarge For $1 Billion. Holcim has signed an agreement with Huaxin Cement Ltd to sell its entire 83.81 percent shareholding in Lafarge Africa PLC, valued at $1 billion on a 100 percent basis After approximately 65 years of operations in Nigeria, Swiss cement and building materials manufacturer Holcim announced its decision to exit the country. The company revealed in a brief statement that it will sell its nearly 84 percent stake…

Polaris Bank, Amtis Skills Place Collaborate To Empower Young, Next Generation Designers Polaris Bank, Amtis Skills Place Collaborate To Empower Young, Next Generation Designers. In its determination to produce the next generation of young designers who will go on to capture the imagination of the world in fashion, Polaris Bank partnered, with Amtis Skills Place, a body dedicated to producing contemporary vocational skills to young Nigerians to identify, train and mentor young designers through the 2024 Amtis Fashion Competition. Since its inception in 2015, Amtis Skills Place has been committed to equipping young Nigerians with vocational skills, bridging the gap…

NCAA makes move to prevent flight disruptions during Yuletide NCAA logo NCAA makes move to prevent flight disruptions during Yuletide. The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority said it has taken necessary measures to ensure that flight operations are not disrupted during the Yuletide. The authority also said it was keen on ensuring that air operations are seamless even beyond Christmas into the New Year and beyond. NCAA’s Director, Consumer Protection and Public Affairs, Michael Achimugu, disclosed this while speaking with newsmen during a Road Show and Sensitisation Summit held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State on Wednesday. The event was organised by…

Lagos Electricity Bill 2024: Targeted At Addressing Power, Insecurity Problems Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu Lagos Electricity Bill 2024: Targeted At Addressing Power, Insecurity Problems. The Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said the Lagos Electricity Bill 2024 newly signed into law will address the state’s power problems and tackle insecurity. The governor said this while signing the bill into law on Tuesday at the Lagos House, Ikeja. The law is a comprehensive plan to resolve challenges in the energy sector and is expected to lay a foundation for economic and industrial growth in Lagos. The bill is a major step by…