Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Essien, Blue Economy Academy Officially Launched in Lagos, Highlights Several Importance Of Maritime Essien, Blue Economy Academy Officially Launched in Lagos, Highlights Several Importance Of Maritime • This newly established school listed ten buckets of prosperity which centres on Blue commerce, bounty, cities, capital, governance and justice, nexus, climate, talent , ventures and power. Foremost public speaker, Ubong Essien, has officially launched Blue Economy Academy aimed to educate and enlighten Nigerians on the potentials of maritime sector. The Academy which commenced learning activities recently, is positioned to eliminate sea blindness, with a view of creating awareness and engagement to the…

Dangote Restrategizes, ready for Expansion of Ethiopia Cement Plant with $400m Aliko Dangote Dangote restrategizes, ready for Expansion of Ethiopia Cement Plant with $400m. Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, has announced a $400 million plan to revive a second production line at the Mugher cement plant in Ethiopia, aiming to double the facility’s annual capacity to 5 million tons. The Ethiopian plant that became operational in 2015 has faced challenges, including recurrent violence in the region, Bloomberg reported. This led to the vandalism of vehicles and machinery by protesters. The country manager of Dangote Cement Plc and two other staff…

Dangote Restrategizes, ready for Expansion of Ethiopia Cement Plant with $400m Dangote restrategizes, ready for Expansion of Ethiopia Cement Plant with $400m. Aliko Dangote has announced a $400 million plan to resuscitate a second production line at the Mugher cement plant in Ethiopia, aiming to double the facility’s annual capacity to 5 million tons. The Ethiopian plant that became operational in 2015 has faced challenges, including recurrent violence in the region, Bloomberg reported. This led to the vandalism of vehicles and machinery by protesters. The country manager of Dangote Cement Plc and two other staff were shot dead in…

2025 TAMPAN National Conference to hold in Lagos from Feb., 19th 2025 TAMPAN National Conference to hold in Lagos The Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN) Global, under the dynamic leadership of Otunba Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr. Latin, has announced its highly anticipated 2025 National Conference. The four-day event, scheduled to take place from February 19-22, 2025, will showcase the vibrant cultural heritage and professional development of Nigeria’s film industry across multiple prestigious venues in Lagos. The conference will kick off on February 19 at the iconic LTV 8 Blue Roof, where members will…

President Tinubu, on launch of African Credit Rating Agency, has given his unwavering support President Tinubu President Tinubu, on launch of African Credit Rating Agency, has given his unwavering support • AfCRA provide fairer and more transparent credit assessments for African economies. • The establishment of the AFSM underscores the collective commitment of member states in addressing financial vulnerabilities and fostering economic resilience across the continent. President Tinubu commended the African Union (AU), the African Development Bank (AfDB), and the Specialised Technical Committee (STC) on Finance for their visionary leadership in advancing an African framework for financing development among member…

Adebanjo’s demise brought Osinbajo, Adeboye, Obi to his residence Adebanjo’s demise brought Osinbajo, Adeboye, Obi to his residence • Paying condolence visit to late Pa Ayodele Adebanjo. Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, and the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, on Sunday, visited the Lekki residence of the late Afenifere leader, Pa Ayodele Adebanjo, extend their condolences to his family. The visit came two days after the death of the 96-year-old Yoruba socio-cultural leader, who passed away on Friday at his Lagos home. Other notable visitors included…

Keyamo gives reason for refusal to shut down NCAA Keyamo Keyamo gives reason for refusal to shut down NCAA. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, Festus Keyamo, has revealed the reasons behind the federal government’s decision to reject the recommendation to merge the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) with the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA). Speaking at the NCAA Gala Night marking the authority’s 25th anniversary, Keyamo recounted how the Oronsaye report, which has been under consideration since the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan, proposed the merger as part of efforts to streamline government agencies. Keyamo disclosed that the…

2024 WAEC: Not less than 43,900 score five credits and above from private candidates Not less than 43,900 score five credits and above from private candidates. The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the results of the 2024 Second Series of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for Private Candidates, with 43,923 candidates (67.55%) scoring credit and above in at least five subjects. According to a statement by WAEC’s Ag. Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina, 65,023 candidates participated in the examination. Of these, 34,878 candidates (53.64%) earned credits in five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics—an…

Spotify: Tems hits landmark success as first female African artiste to reach one billion streams Tems Tems hits landmark success as first female African artiste to reach one billion streams. Nigerian singer Tems has achieved a groundbreaking milestone, becoming the first female African artiste to have a song earn one billion streams on Spotify. The feat was accomplished with her hit single “Wait For U,” a collaborative effort with Future and Drake. Released in 2022, “Wait For U” samples Tems’ song “Higher” from her EP “For Broken Ears” (2020). Tems hits landmark success as first female African artiste to reach…

US will be shutting down its embassy, consulate to mark Presidents’ Day on 17 US will be shutting down its embassy, consulate to mark Presidents’ Day on 17 US will be shutting down its embassy, consulate to mark Presidents’ Day on 17. The United States Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025, in observance of Presidents’ Day. This was announced by the diplomatic mission in a statement on Sunday. The closure is in line with the annual celebration of Presidents’ Day in the United States, which is held on the…