Author: Nationalmonitor

Nigeria’s teenage boxing sensation and University of Lagos Law undergraduate, Raheem “Badoo” Animashaun, is set to return to action at GOtv Boxing Night 33 on April 26th, where he will face Gbodja Jean Coffi of the Benin Republic. The bout is one of the seven scheduled for the event, which will take place at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Indoor Sports Hall of the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos.Badoo, who has emerged as one of Nigeria’s most promising boxing talents, comes into the fight with an unblemished record of 14 wins from 14 fights, including eight knockouts. He was named Best Boxer at…

What if the problem isn’t that there’s nothing to watch but that you’ve just not found it yet? Tunde has a ritual. Every evening after work, he slumps into his couch, picks up the remote, and begins the great scroll. One channel after the other, eyes glazed, fingers moving. No destination in mind. He always ends up on the same two or three shows, sighing that there is “nothing else” to watch on GOtv. Then one chill Sunday, his niece snatches the remote from him. “Uncle Tunde, you didn’t check anything, you were just scrolling and scrolling,” she laughs. Within…

For the second consecutive year, a Nigerian female tech entrepreneur has clinched the prestigious Aurora Tech Award. Solape Akinpelu, founder of Hervest, was announced as the 2025 winner of the $30,000 prize at the grand finale held in Cairo from April 11–13. She follows in the footsteps of fellow Nigerian, Folake Owodunni, who won the award in 2024—marking a powerful moment for Nigerian women driving innovation in the global tech space.Hervest is a fintech platform providing financially underserved African women access to savings, impact investing, and credit, particularly for smallholder female farmers.Other top four outstanding female tech founders recognised at…

The Enugu Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ECCIMA) has applauded the contributions of the Pan African Conglomerate, Dangote Industries Ltd to the growth of Nigeria’s economy and general Arica’s development. Deputy President of ECCIMA, Mr. Eric Chime, speaking at Dangote Group Special Day at the ongoing 2025 Enugu International Trade Fair said the Group through its various investments has contributed to the growth and development of the domestic economy. Welcoming dignitaries, trade exhibitors, industry stakeholders, and the general public to the event, Mr. Chime, hailed the longstanding partnership between ECCIMA and Dangote Group, commending the company’s role as…

The race for Champions League spots continues this weekend in high-stakes games across various venues in the Premier League. All the games will show live on GOtv.The headline fixture sees Newcastle host Manchester United at St James’ Park. The Magpies are flying, with three straight wins, including a 3–0 dismissal of Leicester, and could move one point clear of fourth-placed Chelsea if they win. They have a game in hand. United remain stuck in 13th after a goalless Manchester Derby, but can still influence the European race. The game kicks off at 4:30 PM on Channel 65 (SS EPL).Saturday kicks…

Looking for your next binge? Showmax has you covered this April with an epic lineup of new and returning favourites. Whether you love action, drama, comedy, or family-friendly fun, there’s something for every mood. Here’s what you need to add to your watchlist this month:The Handmaid’s Tale S6 | First On Showmax | Wednesdays from 16 April Set in a dystopian future, The Handmaid’s Tale follows June Osborne, a woman forced into servitude in the oppressive regime of Gilead, where women are stripped of their rights and treated as property. But June refuses to be broken. As the resistance against…

A visit to most markets in Northern Nigeria shows that there is a huge influx of unbranded products. Like it is with adulterated products, many unbranded monosodium glutamate [MSG) are rewrapped and displayed in transparent nylon bags for consumers to buy. The most worrisome is the fact that the consumption of this unbranded MSG has grown significantly among Northerners posing a serious health risk.Despite increasing warnings from the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), consumers have remained hell-bent on patronizing unbranded and rewrapped MSG. This is because the unbranded MSG are sold in the open, from…

L-R Maurice Igugu, Chief Marketing Officer Sterling Bank; Obinna Ukachukwu, Growth Executive, leading the Consumer and Business Banking Directorate Sterling Bank Sterling Bank; Uti Ellu, Group Head, Customer Experience Strategy Sterling Bank and Abubakar Suleiman, MD/CEO Sterling Bank, at the official press conference to formally unveil the Zero Transfer Fee Policy in Lagos recently. … Eliminates bank transfer fees In a bold move that resets the rules of engagement in the Nigerian banking sector, Sterling Bank has removed transfer fees on its digital banking platform, OneBank. This decisive move makes Sterling the first major Nigerian bank to forgo earning a…

The stage is set for an electrifying national super featherweight contest as Lateef “Captain” Azeez squares off against Sodiq “Golden Boy” Oyakojo in what promises to be a defining battle at GOtv Boxing Night 33. The fight, scheduled for eight rounds, will be a crucial test for both boxers, each seeking to assert dominance in the division.Azeez, a hard-hitting fighter with an impressive 80% knockout rate, has made a strong statement since turning professional in 2023. With 8 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw, he has built a reputation for ending fights early, thanks to his explosive power. His opponent,…

The Showmax Shikini deal may be over, but that doesn’t mean the excitement has to end. April is bringing a whole new wave of must-watch content that’ll make every moment spent on the platform feel completely worth it. If you’re looking to make the most of your subscription this month, we’ve got you covered with all the tips you need.Start with the Big PremieresApril is packed with exciting releases, and if you’re wondering where to start, we’ve got you covered. From the action-packed Transformers One and the thought-provoking The Wild Robot to the suspense-filled Teacup S1, there’s something for every…