Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Adeniyi gives reason for not yet implementing Tinubu’s food import duty waiver Mr Adewale Adeniyi “I like to let Nigerians know that there has been a lot that is going on to address these issues that are related to ameliorating this situation. Mr Adewale Adeniyi, the acting Comptroller General Nigeria Custom Service (NCS), inspecting Illela border of Sokoto State. The Comptroller General, Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adeniyi has said the duty waiver on imported foods announced recently by President Bola Tinubu has not been implemented because guidelines were still being worked out at the Ministry of Finance. He, however,…

INEC releases final lists of voters in Edo, Ondo for coming governorship elections The new register incorporates new voters from the recent Continuous Voter Registration and includes successful applicants for transfers from other states to Edo and Ondo. The Independent National Electoral Commission has released the final register of voters for the upcoming Edo and Ondo governorship elections. The decision followed a meeting held by the commission on Tuesday, as contained in a statement signed by the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun. In Edo, “The State now has 2,629,025 registered voters. The…

Brume, Usoro, Ochonogor qualify for long jump final – Paris Olympics Ese Brume This is the first time three Nigerian women have reached the event’s final in Olympic history. The trio of Ese Brume, Ruth Usoro, and Prestina Ochonogor secured their places in the women’s long jump final at the Paris 2024 Olympics on Tuesday. This is the first time three Nigerian women have reached the event’s final in Olympic history. Brume, an Olympic bronze medallist, shook off a shaky start that saw her in 9th place to leap 6.7 metres in her final attempt, earning automatic qualification for the…

Strong Earnings Prospects From New Refinery, GCR Affirms Dangote Industries Limited’s Ratings Of AA+(NG)/A1+(NG) The outlook on the ratings has been revised to Evolving from Stable previously. GCR Ratings (GCR) has affirmed the national scale long-term and short-term issuer ratings of AA+(NG) and A1+(NG) respectively, accorded to Dangote Industries Limited (DIL). In its recent report, GCR also affirmed the national scale long-term issue rating of AA+(NG) accorded to each of Dangote Industries Funding Plc’s Series 1 NGN10.5Bn Tranche A and NGN177.1Bn Tranche B Bonds and Series 2 NGN112.4Bn Senior Unsecured Bond. The outlook on the ratings has been revised to…

Here’s EPL Update on October games, dates and times EPL trophy The EPL announced this in a Tuesday statement on its website. The updated schedule reflects changes to accommodate European matches, affecting the dates and times of several games. Here’s the full fixtures for the 380 games for the entire season for the 20 participating football clubs. With each team playing 38 games, the season begins on 17 August 2024 and ends in May 2025. Below is the revised schedule, including fixtures that have been moved due to European commitments. All kick-off times are at 15:00 BST unless otherwise mentioned.…

To elevate digital advertising campaigns, Google highlights 5 AI-powered tools “This streamlined workflow saves you time and eliminates unnecessary clicks, allowing you to focus on what matters most… ” Google, on Tuesday, highlighted five artificial intelligence-powered creative tools that can elevate digital advertising campaigns. Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade, Communication and Public Relations Manager of Google West Africa said in a statement that the tools would empower marketers to uncover hidden insights that could enable them to stay ahead. Kola-Ogunlade highlighted the tools as advanced reporting, AI-powered image editing, generative AI for asset creation, streamlined access and seamless integrations with creative platforms, the…

Presidential running mate, Kamala Harris picks Minnesota Governor, Tim Walz Kamala Harris, Democratic presidential candidate and US vice president, announced Minnesota Governor, Tim Walz, as her running mate on Tuesday. Harris picked Walz as she prepares to battle Donald Trump’s Republican party in November’s US election. FLY CABLE NEWS gathered that experts believe that Walz brings a rural Midwestern perspective to the Democrat’s campaign while also having notched liberal policy goals such as cannabis legalisation and increasing worker protections.

Exploring Africa: A Guide to Safe and Enriching Travel As summer approaches, thoughts of vacation lead us to consider the beauty and diversity Africa offers as a destination. Africa, a continent that is rich in culture and landscapes, challenges misconceptions often perpetuated by mainstream media. Contrary to stereotypes, modern African cities like Lagos, Kigali, Algiers, and Johannesburg boast impressive skyscrapers, efficient transportation systems, and vibrant urban life. Why Choose Africa? Africa’s appeal lies not only in its landscapes—ranging from sandy beaches to lush mountains—but also in its rich cultural tapestry. Traditional festivals, local delicacies, and vibrant cultural events await visitors…

Youth Empowerment and Skill Development: Nestlé Nigeria Invests Over 6 billion Naira in Nigeria Nestlé Nigeria underscored its commitment to youth empowerment and skill development at the recent graduation ceremony of ten young trainees from its Technical Training Centre (TTC) in Agbara. Since the program’s inception in 2011, the company has invested over six billion naira in upskilling young Nigerians, demonstrating its dedication to fostering the next generation of skilled professionals. Graduating in the second stream of the seventh batch of the program, these young men and women completed an intensive 18-month program that blends theoretical and practical engineering education.…

Cock Crow At Dawn The lurking blade is always drawn against the humble. Our plea for mercy is never heard since the world is deaf. Our heads wear an unquenchable fire for our rights sake but the world has gone blind. Your love for us is shown in cages, where we live as prisoners. You kidnap our unborn children You boil them, fry them and toast them to your taste. Peace we’ve never known Sorrow we forever can tell Even though we are the most appetizing, What about our cycle of life? The tyrant must be overthrown in every kitchen.…