..as Kate emerges winner of 2024 edition FoodBay TV, a part of Maxima Media Group, organizers of StreetFoodz Naija season 5, has hinted about its plans to take the docu-series to other African countries including Ghana and Kenya in future. CEO of Maxima Media Group, Femi Ogundoro, made this known while speaking…
Popular TikTok Influencer, Peller has finally announced his engagement to his rumoured lover, Jarvis. Taking to his Instagram page, Peller shared a video of his proposal to Jarvis, capturing her reaction to the special moment. In the video, the duo could be seen at a luxurious restaurant, where Jarvis appears shocked and hesitant…
The Lagos State Government is working out plans to deploy solar street lights to serve the needs of the people in collaboration with LEDCo Limited. The new project will see the deployment of 20,000 units of LEDCo’s state-of-the-art NightSUN, an all-in-one solar light across Lagos. According to it, each NightSUN unit integrates…
The minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, will distribute 50 brand-new vehicles to different security agencies in Abuja on Thursday. This was disclosed by the media aide to the minister, Lere Olayinka, on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday. Olayinka shared pictures of the brand-new vehicles…
Point of Sale (POS) operators have been spotted in the Lekki area of Lagos State hawking new Naira notes as bank customers lament their inability to withdraw cash from ATMs. Point of Sale (POS) operators have been spotted in the Lekki area of Lagos State hawking new Naira notes as bank customers lament their…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said part of its measures to strengthen the electoral system is to phase out the Permanent Voter’s Cards (PVCs), as means of voter identification on election day. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, at a meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (REC) in Abuja on Thursday, disclosed that 142…
Online streaming platform, Spotify, has unveiled the top five most streamed podcasts in Nigeria, Kenya, and South, for 2024. Ncebakazi Manzi, Spotify’s Sub-Saharan Africa Podcast Manager, in a statement on Thursday, said that “Apostle Femi Lazarus” remained the most streamed podcast in Nigeria. Manzi said others were: “Motivation Daily by Motiversity”, Success…
Legal luminary and elder statesman, Afe Babalola, has described as discouraging and embarrassing, the continued refusal by the federal government to issue a free trade certificate to the Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), saying this could inhibit industrialisation in Nigeria. Babalola raised the concern yesterday in Ado-Ekiti, while hosting delegates from the China-Nigeria…
Renowned Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele has issued a warning against pirating her upcoming movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa. The filmmaker issued the warning in a video posted on her Instagram page on Wednesday. The 47-year-old actress urged her fans not to record her movie while watching it in cinemas, stressing that…
The car, adorned with a red ribbon, was parked in his compound as Mr. Olayinka, deeply moved, shed tears upon receiving the gift. Ruger Popular Nigerian singer/songwriter, Ruger has surprised his father with a Toyota SUV The father of the singer, Mr Olayinka was filled with immense joy after his children gifted him…
By Damilola Adeleke Questions to Ask When You’re Dating There’s a lot of ground to cover when you’re dating or talking to someone new, and we’re not just talking about the info you can easily glean from someone’s Hinge profile. These questions can help you get to know a new potential partner (or a fun…
Written by Damilola Adeleke Relationship anxiety refers to those feelings of worry, insecurity, and doubt that can pop up in a relationship, even if everything is going relatively well. You’re in a relationship with a great person who you love. You’ve developed trust, established boundaries, and learned each other’s communication styles. At…
How Science Explains the Butterfly Feeling Do Butterflies in the Stomach Mean Love? Can Butterflies in the Stomach Be a Bad Thing? By Damilola Adeleke Most of us have had those fluttering feelings we commonly call “butterflies in the stomach”—the feeling we get when we’re nervous or excited about something. It’s a common phenomenon…
Written by Damilola Adeleke Waking up at 5am might feel like a challenge, but it could be a worthwhile (and achievable) one. Imagine having a head start on the day, enjoying the quiet morning hours, and finding time for yourself before the rest of the world wakes up. That’s one of the benefits of becoming…
Nigeria’s National Grid collapsed for the 12th time this year on Wednesday. The latest incident happened around 2.09 pm, plunging Nigerians into darkness again. Since January 2024 until date, the grid has collapsed 11 times. Within one week in October, the grid collapsed three times. A tweet from the official…
Ligue 1 champions, Paris Saint-Germain are still interested in Victor Oshimen, DNI reports. According to Corriere dello Sport, the Old Lady will move for the Nigeria international next month. Osimhen is currently on loan at Turkish Super Lig champions, Galatasaray. The striker has a release clause of €75 million, which allows…
In West Africa, the Harmattan season is marked by dry, dusty winds and sudden temperature changes. These harsh conditions can trigger various health issues, including respiratory problems, dry skin, and dehydration, affecting people in different ways. Understanding this season and common health issues associated with it and taking proactive measures can help you…
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has said it was wrong for alumni to succeed as individuals without such success rubbing off on the institutions that trained and prepared them. The governor who is an alumnus of the University of Uyo, stated this during the institution’s 2024 alumni reunion in Uyo. …
The Senate has officially declared the Edo Central senatorial seat vacant following the recent election and inauguration of its occupant as governor of Edo State. Until a few weeks ago, Governor Monday Okpebholo represented Edo Central in the 10th Senate since June, 2023. The declaration was made on Wednesday by Senate President…
The Black Galaxies of Ghana will face Togo in an international friendly ahead of their 2024 African Nations Championship qualifier against Nigeria. The encounter will hold at the Stade de Kégué, Lome on Wednesday. The friendly is a vital part of the team’s preparation for the clash with perennial rivals, Nigeria. …
…Pegs ATM withdrawal at N20,000 Commercial banks operating in Nasarawa State have reduced their daily over-the-counter cash withdrawal limit to N10, 000. This is as the banks maintained the existing N20,000 daily withdrawal limit from Automated Teller Machine, ATM, making it difficult for customers to access funds. Most of the banks’ branches…
Manchester United manager, Ruben Amorim, is ready to give his green light for the Premier League club to sell Marcus Rashford. According to Sky Germany, United are willing to listen to offers for Rashford and would be open to allowing him leave in January. The 27-year-old scored the opening goal of Amorim’s…
Investors are flocking to short-term Nigerian government debt, attracted by high yields and renewed confidence in the naira following Nigeria’s successful issuance of a $2.2 billion eurobond. On Monday, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) auctioned N1.56 trillion ($990 million) in 365-day and 351-day bills, offering yields close to 24%. This is more…
By Damilola Adeleke CITRUS FRUITS Oranges, lemons, and grapefruits are acidic, hence they cause curdling in milk and indigestion, and bloating. Their acidity reacts with the proteins of milk causing it to coagulate in the stomach which can lead to discomfort in the digestive system. FISH Fish and milk is one of the…
Written by Damilola Adeleke Job-specific skills have always had a place on the resume, but employers increasingly emphasize the importance of interpersonal skills. And for good reason. Even the most isolated of individual contributors need to be able to interact with others. And while these skills are critical to success in our individual roles, the…
By Damilola Adeleke The beginning of a new romantic relationship is a special time. The first few dates can be exhilarating, filled with nervous laughter and small discoveries. It’s easy to become immersed in passion and excitement — and even overlook your compatibility. But relationships are complex. As exciting as the first flames of…
By Damilola Adeleke Many people want to learn more about how to live in the moment. Most of us have a tendency to live in the past or the future. How often do you find yourself thinking about what happened yesterday, or what might happen tomorrow? How does this affect your life and well-being? …
The federal government has just announced that it is cancelling foreign training programmes for Nigerian scholars. The minister of education, Dr Tunji Alausa, disclosed this at a conference organised by the British Council in Abuja. He added that henceforth, university lecturers will be trained locally. The minister explained the basis for this decision:…
Paul Ibe, the spokesperson to the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar, has said that his principal and Peter Obi of the Labour Party, LP, have learnt their lessons in the last general election and would unite to kick out the “incompetent and clueless” administration of the All Progressives…
Minister of Women Affairs Hajiya Imaan Suleiman has called for capital punishment against anyone engaged in violence against women and girls in Nigeria. In her speech marking the 2024 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence on Monday in Lafia, Nasarawa State, the minister said harsher penalties would serve as a deterrent to…
…45% of Kano Shariah Court Cases Linked to Domestic Violence KANO – The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has reaffirmed his stance on domestic violence, declaring that he has instructed his daughters to retaliate if their husbands ever slap them. Sanusi made this statement on Monday at the National…
