Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have reached a final agreement to lift the visa ban imposed on Nigerian travelers and to promptly resume flights operated by Etihad and Emirates Airlines. This development comes in the wake of President Bola Tinubu’s visit to the emirate on Monday, following his participation in the G20 summit Read More…
The Lagos State Government has taken decisive action by sealing eight nightclubs and event centres in both Ikeja and Victoria Island. This move is a response to various safety violations and is in alignment with the government’s commitment to public safety, as articulated by Mr. Lanre Mojola, Director General of the Lagos State Safety Commission. Read More…
In a sombre moment for the accounting world and Nigeria at large, the distinguished Chief Akintola Williams, often hailed as the doyen of Nigeria’s accounting profession, peacefully passed away in his sleep at the venerable age of 104. The legacy of this remarkable pioneer, who was the country’s first indigenous chartered accountant, has left an Read More…
The Association of Bureaux De Change Operators of Nigeria (ABCON) has made a fervent appeal to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for a significant shift towards digital operations, aiming to democratise and centralise their activities. In an interview on Sunday, ABCON President Alhaji Aminu Gwadabe emphasised the importance of embracing technology in light of Read More…
Novak Djokovic refused to let Daniil Medvedev thwart his pursuit of history for a second time. In a fierce battle, Djokovic triumphed over the Russian with a score of 6-3, 7-6(5), 6-3 to secure the U.S. Open title on Sunday. This victory also marked a historic milestone as Djokovic equalled Margaret Court’s record of 24 Read More…
In a thrilling African Cup of Nations qualifying match held at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Sunday, Nigeria showcased their dominance by defeating Sao Tome and Principe with an astonishing scoreline of 6-0. The match got off to an explosive start as Nigeria wasted no time asserting their control over the game. Read More…
In a heartfelt gathering, close friends and family members of the late Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, the esteemed Founder of the Fountain of Life Church (FOLC) in Lagos, came together on Saturday to both celebrate his life and bid a final farewell as he was laid to rest. The solemnity of the occasion was beautifully accentuated Read More…
In an electrifying showdown at the U.S. Open on September 9, 2023, American teenage sensation Coco Gauff delivered a stunning comeback performance, overcoming the Belarusian second seed, Aryna Sabalenka, with a final score of 2-6, 6-3, 6-2. This remarkable victory marked Gauff’s maiden Grand Slam title, firmly establishing her as an icon in American tennis. Read More…
In a captivating semi-final showdown at the U.S. Open, the seasoned Novak Djokovic terminated Ben Shelton’s remarkable dream run in three sets, adding a twist by replicating the young American’s favored on-court celebration. Djokovic, the seasoned veteran, withstood a late-match resurgence from the 20-year-old Shelton, securing his place in his 10th U.S. Open final. To Read More…
Showmax, the prominent online movie streaming platform, has announced the eagerly awaited premiere of the second season of the highly popular reality TV series, “The Real Housewives of Lagos,” slated for September 29. Ibukun Oluwafunmi, the Public Relations and Communications Associate at ID Africa Marketing Agency, unveiled this exciting news in a press release issued Read More…
