Nigerians are mourning the sudden death of Emilia Asim-Ita, a renowned brand, communications, and development strategist on social media. The news of her death was announced by the company she founded, AML Media on Friday with the cause of her death unknown. Here are some things to know about her. 1.Emilia Asim-Ita was in her 30’s. 2. She had a Bachelor’s...
The dream of the average Nigerian in 2021 is to ‘Japa’ in other words relocate to other countries. A Nigerian lady, Marina Iyeme-Eteng is however celebrating her Canadian citizenship on Twitter. The post has garnered lots of reactions already. She wrote: I took the oath of citizenship and officially became a Canadian citizen. I used to think that being Canadian...
The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, has reacted to the sack of a police officer, Olajide Omolola, for getting pregnant. Reports had emerged on Wednesday that the Nigeria Police Force had dismissed Omolola from the force for getting pregnant out of wedlock. A letter with reference number CJ:4161/EKS/IY/Vol.2/236, DTO:181330/01/2021, was reportedly sent to an OC in Ekiti state for the...
Funke Akindele’s blockbuster movie, Omo Ghetto (The Saga) has become the highest-grossing Nollywood movie of all time. This recognition comes barely one month after its release. According to Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN), the 2020 comedy film has so far grossed N468,036,300 after holding the number one spot for its third week in a row. ‘Omo Ghetto’ has officially broken...
Women are underrepresented in tech in Africa and that is a fact. To ensure gender equality, two female tech experts have come together to create an initiative that will change the game for women in tech. Odun Eweniyi (COO/Co-founder of PiggyVest ) and Eloho Omame, (Managing Director of Endeavour Nigeria) have founded First Check Africa, a first of its kind...
Talk about powerful women in Nigeria, especially in the financial sector, and the name Arunma Oteh often comes to mind. Oteh has held prestigious positions both locally and internationally, elevating Nigeria’s global profile. As she turns a year older, here are some facts to know about her. ALSO READ: 7 Power Women Making Waves In Nigeria’s Finance Sector 1. Arunma...
Do you know that you can link up to seven sims to your NIN number without leaving your home? The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Pantami, had revealed this earlier this month. He said: “We developed an app, when you go online, you will see it. That app, as long as you have your NIMC number, you will...
A Nigerian artist has wowed Twitter users with her inspiring story as she opens her art studio in Lekki. The artist who goes by the name @ceracerni said she tried the BBNaija auditions three times but was rejected and was almost killed in a stampede. She also revealed that she couldn’t change her car just to ensure this big dream materialises....
Dr. Uzoma Ikechi Emenike has been named by President Buhari as Nigeria’s ambassador-designate to the United States, making her the first female ambassador to hold the position. Her appointment comes after the death of the former ambassador, Justice Nsofor, who died at age 85 in December 2020. Before her new appointment, she was Nigeria’s ambassador to Ireland with concurrent accreditation...
Today, January 21 is Bisola Aiyeola’s Birthday and she turns 35. The Nigerian celebrity not only has a killer shape but also has a great sense of style which she constantly shows on the gram. Bisola definitely has a thing for red outfits which she slays to maximum satisfaction. From red carpet looks to two pieces, here are 8 times...