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FG orders telcos to bar outgoing calls on lines without NIN-SIM linkage
Calls on any line without the National Identification Number, NIN, linked to Subscriber Identification Module, SIM (NIN-SIM linkage) have been banned from Monday (today). This was contained in a statement issued by the Director, Public Affairs, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, Dr. Ikechukwu Adinde, and the Head Corporate Communications, NIMC, Mr. Kayode Adegoke. This is as the Federal Government commended Nigerians…
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Denzel Washington breaks silence on Will Smith’s slap, says devil got hold of Oscars night
Denzel Washington spoke publicly about his interaction with Will Smith on Oscar night and what happened after Smith slapped Chris Rock on stage. Washington was a guest and speaker at Bishop T.D. Jakes’ leadership summit on Saturday. During the two-hour discussion about faith and his award-winning acting career, Washington was asked about the infamous slap and what happened afterward. “Well, there’s…
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Foreign investors eyeing National Theatre – Emefiele
Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele said the National Arts Theatre, which is being redeveloped, has started attracting foreign investors’ interest, especially from the United States. Emefiele made this statement during an inspection of the project with members of the Bankers’ Committee. Emefiele was also joined in the inspection by the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Minister of Information and Culture,…
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MI set to bid goodbye to bachelorhood with Eniola Mafe
Nigerian rapper, Jude ‘MI’ Abaga, has announced his engagement to Eniola Mafe. The music star took to twitter to share photos and video clips highlighting their growth in the relationship. “So I wanted to share that I’ve gotten engaged to Eniola Mafe. I’m generally very private with things like this but I wanted to share my joy with you guys.…
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PHOTO NEWS: Oluwo joins other dignitaries to open Bon Hotel Safron in Lagos
Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, joined other dignitaries for the grand opening of Bon Hotel Safron in GRA, Ikeja, Lagos on Saturday. Bon Hotel Safron is owned by Prince Bayo Fatusi. Joined by the Chairman of Sifax Group, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, the Oluwo of Iwoland prayed for divine protection of the edifice, the owner and the staff. The…
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Mexico suspends petrol subsidy around US border to prevent cross-border purchase
Mexico, which has been subsidizing petrol to soften price spikes, said on Saturday the policy would not apply in the U.S. border region this week, citing shortages as more Americans drive south to fill their tanks. The suspension of the subsidy from April 2-8 covers cities in the border states of Tamaulipas, Nuevo Leon, Coahuila, Chihuahua, Sonora and Baja California,…
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Your leadership strides will stand test of time, Buhari tells Oshiomhole at 70
President Muhammadu Buhari said the leadership strides of former All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, Adams Oshiomhole in various sectors will stand the test of time President Buhari stated this in celebration of the former Governor of Edo State, on his 70th birthday on April 4. The President congratulated Oshiomhole on another milestone, saluting his contributions to development of democracy…
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Hilda Dokubo explains why her family is off social media
Nigerian Actress Hilda Dokubo in a recent chat with Chude Jidenwo revealed the reason why she has kept her family out of the spotlight and completely off social media. The movie star said her family is “very special” to her and she refuses to subject them to the hassles of social media so they don’t become subjects of public scrutiny…
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Tinubu, wife celebrate former Lagos first lady Doja Otedola at 90
National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu and his wife, Senator Remi Tinubu have congratulated former first lady of Lagos State, Lady Christine Doja Otedola on her 90th birthday. In a statement they personally signed on Sunday, Asiwaju and Senator Tinubu said reaching the age of 90 was an important milestone. They said Lady Otedola who…
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AFRIFF calls for entries, strengthens partnership with streaming platforms
Organisers of Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) have charged filmmakers across the continent to submit their works for the 2022 edition. Making the announcement at a press conference, Creative Director, Ms Chioma Ude said the call for entries for the festival’s 11th Edition in November 2022 provides opportunities for filmmakers to submit their films before deadline. She said: “I am…
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