Benjamz, one of the Nigerian producers, who worked on Burna Boy’s Grammy-nominated album, ‘African Giant,’ has received a certificate of recognition from The Recording Academy. Benjamz shared the good news with millions of his fans on his Instagram. His certificate of recognition was for his effort on the album, which was nominated for ‘Best World Music Album’ at the 62nd ... Read More »

Resident doctors have suspended their nationwide strike after 10 days. Their president, Dr. Uyilawa Okhuaihesuyi,  said, “We suspended the strike about one hour ago. We are responsible to Nigerians, the government has acceded to some demands.” According to him, the strike was suspended after meetings with various stakeholders in the health sector. The doctors commenced “a total and indefinite strike” ... Read More »

The Federal Government had to print additional N50-60bn to augment March allocation to States, Edo Governor Godwin Obaseki has disclosed. The development, he said, is a clear indication Nigeria is in huge financial trouble. Speaking at the Edo transition committee stakeholders engagement, Obaseki said the nation’s economy is no longer what it used to be. “When we got FAAC for ... Read More »

The leader of INRI Evangelical spiritual church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has sent congratulatory message to the newly appointed acting Inspector general of police, Usman Baba Alkali. The man of God, who just returned to Nigeria from his prayer mountain explained that the appointment of the new IGP is divine because he was chosen out of so many better options. Primate ... Read More »

Leeds played the whole second half with 10 men as they secured an outstanding win in stoppage time to slow Manchester City’s charge to the Premier League title. Stuart Dallas put Leeds ahead against the runaway leaders in the first half with a shot that went in off the post. Skipper Liam Cooper was then sent off for a challenge ... Read More »

Wema Bank, Nigeria’s leading innovative and digital-driven financial institution has reassurance its esteemed customers and shareholders that it remains standing on strong financial fundamentals and reliable performance metrics, riding on the back of seasoned and astute leadership. The bank gave this reassurance, through its Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Ademola Adebise, while reacting to a recent publication in the media purportedly ... Read More »

Leadway Pensure PFA Limited, Nigeria’s foremost pension funds administrator, has been recognized as the most admired pension brand in Nigeria following its emergence as the winner of the Customer Excellence Award at the 2021 edition of the Africa Brands Awards. Still on the recognition, the Managing Director, Leadway Pensure PFA Limited, Mrs. Ronke Adedeji, stated that receiving the award was ... Read More »

Dangote Sugar Refinery PLC (DSR) is aware of an online publication claiming that Dangote Sugar Refinery PLC is engaging in price-fixing and is not honestly engaged in any Backward Integration Programme as claimed. DSR wishes to vehemently refute the allegations and assertions in their entirety as the false allegations are geared at tarnishing the good name and brand of Dangote ... Read More »

The Lagos State Government will be diverting the traffic on Adegbola Street from Sunday 11th April, 2021 for 15 months. This is to enable the construction of Ikeja Overpass for the Red Line Project of the Lagos Rail Mass Transit. Commissioner for Transportation Dr. Frederic Oladeinde, in a statement, explained the diversion was in line with the need to preserve ... Read More »

The Edo State Government said it may be forced to stop the ongoing 20th National Sports Festival (NSF) if the Federal Government does not fulfill its counterpart fund of the games. Project Manager, Media & Communications of Edo 2020, Ebomhiana Musa, in a statement on behalf of the Local Organising Committee, said the decision to end the games was due ... Read More »