Author: Citynews

Recall that one Sunday Baruwa Olowoyeye and Ayotunde Richards both of whom were former members of MFM but have since joined the league of LIARS (certain online paid bloggers) in a conspiracy and on a mission to bring down the ministry of MFM and Dr Olukoya, had filed separate suits before the High Court of Lagos State claiming Billions of naira as damages for Fundamental Right abuse by the man of God and his lawyer against them. After the hearing of all parties in the matter, the presiding Judge, Justice Olatokun in her well considered judgment today, 31st May, 2024…

L-R: Aniefiok Ekere (Commercial Planning & Activation Exec., Bacardi Martini Nigeria), Adie Watermeyer (Country Director, Bacardi Martini Nigeria), DJ Obi, Abayomi Ajao (Head Of Marketing Bacardi Martini Nigeria), Philip Edafiogho (Head of Ontrade and Premium Portfolio) and Elizabeth Ogunbajo (Commercial Planning Team), during the dinner revealing the collaboration between D’USSÉ Cognac and Obi’s House.Lagos, Nigeria D’USSÉ Cognac, the modern expression of Cognac, is thrilled to announce its partnership with DJ Obi’s popular nightlife platform, Obi’s House, a unique cultural phenomenon that has changed the nightlife party scene in Nigeria, happening every Monday night. It is reputed to be the biggest party on…

A philanthropist and APC stalwart in Kogi State, Alhaji Abdulrauf Dan-Usman fondly called Senior Malaika has lauded the verdict of the Kogi State Election Tribunal which affirmed the victory of Governor Usman Ododo. The Kogi State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja on Monday had affirmed the victory of Governor Usman Ododo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 11th November 2023 Kogi governorship poll. The three-member panel of justices, headed by Justice Ado Birnin-Kudu, held that the petition was bereft of substance and accordingly dismissed it. Speaking on the verdict, Senior Malaika said, “the Tribunal upheld the…

Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church has continued to cement his position as one of the most accurate prophets in the world with the fulfillment of several remarkable prophecies but this time, the legal battles of the former President of the United States of America, Donald Trump. Donald Trump has become the first former US president to be criminally convicted. In a historic decision, a New York jury has found him guilty of falsifying business records to commit election fraud. He was found guilty of all 34 counts he faced. Unanimity was required for any verdict.…

The South-West Progressive Youths (SWPY) has commended the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, and the EVC/CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission, Aminu Maida for their leadership and contributions to the country’s digital advancement. Under the guidance of Minister Tijani and the regulatory oversight of EVC/CEO Maida, the group said Nigeria has witnessed significant strides in the development of its digital economy, including the implementation of various initiatives to enhance digital infrastructure, promote innovation, and foster inclusive economic growth. A statement signed by its President Comrade Yusuf Taiwo acknowledged their tireless effort to position Nigeria as a leader…

The Governor of Cross River State, Bassey Otu, has gifted the Super Eagles forward, Terem Moffi N10m for winning the silverware with the Super Eagles at the recently concluded Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. Moffi received the gift Thursday night in Calabar alongside his father and younger brother. Otu also commended the player for being a good ambassador of Cross River and for leading an exemplary life for the youths of the State to emulate. The governor promised continued support for the Nice of France player, adding that his administration remained committed to youths and sports development as…

Two Nigerian fashion icons, Dumebi Andrea Iyamah, (brand name Andrea Iyamah) and Ruth Erikan James (brand name Veeke James) are guests on this week’s edition of the Globacom-sponsored African Voices Changemakers on global TV channel, CNN. Andrea Iyamah is a Nigerian-Canadian fashion designer born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria. She is the founder and CEO of her fashion label, Andrea Iyamah, which caters to bridal, swimwear and ready-to-wear lines. She has catered for celebrities such as Michelle Obama, Kate Hudson, Gabrielle Union, Ciara, Issa Rae and Genevieve Nnaji. Iyamah, born on March 18, 1993, cut out her professional course early at 17 when she launched her fashion brand, Andrea Iyamah, which is headquartered…

Outgoing Group Managing Director/Chief Executive, Zenith Bank Plc, Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu (2nd Right) flanked by Executive Director, Mr. Akin Ogunranti (1st Right); Executive Director, Dr. (Mrs.) Adobi Nwapa (3rd Right) and Executive Director, Mr. Adamu Lawani (4th Right) during the launch of the bank’s state-of-the-art digital LED screen at Ajose Adeogun Roundabout, Victoria Island, Lagos, yesterday. Zenith Bank Plc, on Thursday, 30th May 2024, launched a state-of-the-art digital/LED screen at Ajose Adeogun Roundabout, solidifying its commitment to innovation and community engagement. The monumental digital installation, an upgrade from its previous LED screen launched in 2013 at the same location, features…

The Centre for Justice and Truth in Nigeria (CJTN) has welcomed a High Court ruling restraining the 27-member Martin Amaewhule-led Rivers State House of Assembly from parading themselves as lawmakers. Recall that Amaewhule and 24 other members of the Assembly had defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress in December. In a statement signed by its President Edward Usman, the Centre also applauded the interlocutory injunction order stopping Governor Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Chief Judge of the State from interfacing with them. Usman said the judgment is another watershed in our jurisprudence as it has helped to halt the…

Digital solutions company, Globacom, over the weekend at the annual Champion Newspapers Awards which held Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos won the Telecommunication Company of The Year Award. The award was in recognition of Globacom’s position as Nigeria’s Most innovative telecoms operator focused on providing affordable tools of communication that will transform lives and businesses. In her welcome address, Managing Director of Champion Newspapers Limited, Dr (Mrs) Nwadiuto Iheakanwa, expatiate on reason for the awards ceremony. She said, “all that we strive to do is to recognize excellence and hard work with a view to agitating our minds into doing…