Author: Nationalmonitor

After dinner is ready and you can smell that hot jollof rice and turkey from the kitchen, what the family really wants is to find a show that fits the moment perfectly. Because nothing beats enjoying a delicious meal and watching a great show together. GOtv understands this vibe and will give you shows that help you step down that steamy jollof. Take Hustle on Africa Magic Family channel 7, follows Dayo, a young man chasing big dreams in Lagos, only to meet the chaos of city life, nosy neighbours, a tough landlady, and a shady but loyal roommate. It…

The 2024/2025UEFA Europa Conference League final between Chelsea and Real Betis will be broadcast live on GOtv. Scheduled to take place at the Tarczyński Arena in Wrocław, Poland, the match will kick off at 8PM on Wednesday on SuperSport channel 61.Chelsea has had an impressive run in the Conference League, netting 39 goals across 14 matches. The Blues have cruised through every stage in the competition to book their place in the final. Meanwhile, Real Betis have surpassed all expectations, making history by progressing beyond the last 16 of a European competition for the first time ever.Chelsea, already crowned champions…

Interswitch Group, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has emphasized the imperative for African technology players to champion locally relevant innovation that are tailored to the continent’s realities and nuances. Speaking at the recently concluded 2025 Africa Soft Power (ASP) Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, Key industry players and leaders at the Summit 2025 summarily called for greater economic self-determination and stronger artificial intelligence governance as the continent seeks to reduce dependence on foreign capital and prevent unregulated technology deployment. The 4th edition of the two-day summit, running through May 22nd – 23rd, brought together thought leaders,…

DStv, Africa’s leading entertainment platform, has been officially recognised as the #1 Most Admired African Media Brand in the Brand Africa 100 | Africa’s Best Brands 2025 rankings. This recognition also sees DStv inducted into the prestigious Brand Africa Hall of Fame, a distinction reserved for iconic African brands that have significantly shaped the continent’s global image and competitiveness over the years.The announcement was made at a high-profile ceremony hosted at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) in Addis Ababa, where leaders from across the African media and branding landscape gathered to honour the continent’s most impactful brands.Launched…

As the Ileya (Sallah) season approaches, Adron Homes, Nigeria’s leading real estate company, is again giving Nigerians a reason to celebrate beyond the festivities with the launch of its highly anticipated ILEYA/SALLAH PROMO! This year’s celebration blends culture, community, and homeownership into a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for families and individuals looking to secure their future through real estate.  With over 40 estate locations nationwide, spanning Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Abuja, Nasarawa, Niger, Jos, and Ekiti, Adron Homes is offering a generous 30% discount on all land purchases. Even better, customers can enjoy convenient payment plans spread over 24 months, making land ownership more…

In a magnificent display of royal honour and cultural pride, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Babatunde Adewale Ajayi, CFR, the Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remoland, hosted a grand royal reception in celebration of the 50th birthday of Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing, KOF, the Otun Akile of Remoland. The prestigious event, held at the Sagamu residence of the Akarigbo, drew an esteemed gathering of traditional rulers, captains of industry, political dignitaries, and members of the Remo community. Together, they celebrated a man whose life has been defined by visionary leadership, a deep-rooted commitment to development, and philanthropy across Remoland and Nigeria…

L-R; Temilade Aduroja; Group Head; Investor Relations, Dangote Industries Limited, Simon Kolawole Presenting the Dividend Paying Company of the year award to Dangote Cement plc Representative; Edward Imoedemhe; Acting Company Secretary, Dangote Cement Plc; at the Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards 2025; in Lagos on Friday. Africa’s largest cement producer, Dangote Cement has been named the Dividend Paying Company of the Year at the inaugural Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards, held weekend, in Lagos. Dangote Cement plc Most Dividend Paying Company of the year award; at the Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards 2025; in Lagos on Friday. According to the…

The stage is set, the performances have begun, and the road to stardom is officially underway. Nigerian Idol Season 10 has kicked off its much-anticipated live shows, which began last night, marking the start of what promises to be the most thrilling phase of the competition yet.Broadcast on Africa Magic Showcase (DStv Ch. 151, GOtv Ch. 12), Africa Magic Family (DStv Ch. 154, GOtv Ch. 2), and streaming live on the GOtv and DStv Stream apps, the live shows will air every Sunday at 7pm, offering viewers across Nigeria a front-row seat to the musical journey of the season’s Top…

In recognition of its exceptional contributions to innovative financial solutions for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Fidelity Bank Plc has been awarded the 2025 Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Innovation Award in the Deposit Money Bank (DMB) category.This prestigious accolade celebrates Fidelity Bank’s commitment to addressing the unique challenges faced by MSMEs, a vital segment in Nigeria’s economic growth.Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, MD/CEO of Fidelity Bank Plc, commented on the award, reaffirming the bank’s dedication to empowering Nigerian entrepreneurs: “At Fidelity Bank, innovation is at the heart of our strategy to support MSMEs. This recognition underscores our commitment to developing…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has mandated telecom licensees in Nigeria to inform consumers of major service outages on their networks through media channels, stating the cause(s) of the service interruption, and the area(s) affected by the service interruption/outage, as well as the time that would be taken to restore service. Consumers must also be informed one week in advance where operators have planned service outages. This development, contained in the “Directive on Reportage of Major Network Outages by Mobile Network Operators (MNOs),” is part of the Commission’s drive to ensure timely resolution of outages, enhance quality of experience for…