Author: Olawale Olurotimi

In an inspiring effort to foster economic growth through entrepreneurship and skills acquisition within the African community in Brampton, Toronto, the Nigerian-based MakeMee Elegant Foundation has joined forces with the Salvation Army to launch the Africa Made Economic Growth Initiative (AMEGI). This noteworthy event is set to take place from August 14th to 16th in Brampton, showcasing the potential of African-made products and the talent within the community.During a meeting with the Salvation Army team in Toronto on the 4th of August, Mrs. Kehinde Adelaja-Okoroafor, the convener of AMEGI, emphasized the importance of globalizing African-made products. She passionately believes that…

By 2031, Nigeria would have achieved 100 percent literacy level across the country, a Lagos lawmaker, Hon. Temitope Adedeji Adewale, has said. Adewale, who represents Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency I at the State House of Assembly, made the assertion after inspecting the screening session for the distribution of his free GCE forms to prospective candidates in Lagos on Saturday .The lawmaker commended the Federal Government for the various initiatives aimed at pulling the youth off the streets and engaging them in meaningful ventures including education. He noted that since the introduction of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) by the President Bola…

In a heartfelt tribute, the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) UK Lagos Caucus, Hon. Tayo Sodeinde, has extended warm birthday wishes to Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, the Chairman of APC Lagos State, as he marks his 66th birthday. Speaking on behalf of party members in the United Kingdom, Sodeinde praised Pastor Ojelabi’s unwavering dedication to progressive ideals and his influential role in shaping the party’s vision in Lagos State. “Today, I and members in the UK extend greetings to Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, APC Lagos State Chairman, on his 66th birthday,” Sodeinde said. He described Ojelabi as a pillar of…

The Chairman of the Lagos State All Progressives Congress (APC) in the United Kingdom, Mr. Tayo Sodeinde, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing the long-awaited Insurance Industry Bill into law. Speaking on the development, Mr. Sodeinde described the move as a landmark achievement that will reshape Nigeria’s financial landscape. “This new act introduces a comprehensive framework for the regulation and supervision of all insurance and reinsurance businesses operating within Nigeria,” he said. “It’s a bold step toward transparency, investor confidence, and economic stability.” Beyond the bill, Mr. Sodeinde also weighed in on recent murmurs of political alliances forming…

In Nigeria today, sudden cardiac emergencies, including heart attacks and cardiac arrest, are no longer rare occurrences. According to SOS Emergency Response Technologies, hypertension affects over 40% of the adult population, and with cardiovascular diseases becoming increasingly prevalent, the need for immediate lifesaving interventions is higher than ever.Heart-Related Illness: A Growing National ConcernHeart-related illnesses have become a major national concern in Nigeria. According to the Nigerian Hypertension Society and Nigerian Heart Foundation, approximately 76 million Nigerians live with high blood pressure, and only a small fraction have their condition under control. Sudden cardiac events, often tied to unmanaged hypertension, are…

The days of rushing home to catch your favourite show or setting reminders on your TV are behind us. Life doesn’t always align with our viewing schedules, and let’s be honest—who really has the time in today’s fast-paced world?The GOtv Stream app offers a convenient way to enjoy your favourite shows and channels. Whether you’re on the go, multitasking, or looking to take control of your viewing time, this app provides the flexibility to watch content whenever and wherever you want. You can stream live channels, catch up on missed episodes, or even download shows for offline viewing. It’s designed…

L–R: Faruq Hassan, Manager, Strategy and Global Engagement, Lagos State Lottery and Gaming Authority; Olawale Akanbi, Divisional Head, Growth Marketing (Merchant and Ecosystem), Interswitch; Adetoun Adeyemi, Director, Legal, Lagos State Lottery and Gaming Authority; Oremeyi Akah, Chief Customer Officer, Interswitch; and Osasere Atohengbe, Vice President, Sales and Account Management, Interswitch, at the Bookmakers Breakfast Meeting hosted by Interswitch, held recently at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. As part of its ongoing drive to optimise financial transactions across key sectors, Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, is transforming Nigeria’s gaming landscape with the introduction…

L-R: Executive Director, Mr. Henry Oroh; Executive Director; Mr. Louis Odom; D’Tigress Captain, Amy Okonkwo; President, NBBF, Engr. Musa Kida; Group Managing Director/ Chief Executive, Zenith Bank Plc., Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON; Head Coach, D’Tigress, Rena Wakama; Executive Director, Mrs. Adobi Nwapa and Executive Director, Mr. Akin Ogunranti during the reception hosted by Zenith Bank to celebrate D’Tigress’ 2025 Afrobasket Women’s Championship triumph in Abuja, yesterday. Sponsors of the Women National Basketball League, Zenith Bank Plc, on Tuesday at a reception held at their Abuja head office in Maitama, rolled out the drums for the victorious D’Tigress of Nigeria…

Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 (IATF2025), Africa’s premier trade and investment forum, is excited to announce Dangote Group as an official Premier Partner. As one of Africa’s leading industrial conglomerates, with over 18 subsidiaries operating across a wide spectrum of sectors critical to the continent’s economic transformation – including cement, fertilisers, petrochemicals, refined petroleum products, sugar, salt, and logistics, Dangote Group will be a key partner for IATF at its fourth edition to be held in Algiers, Algeria from 4-10 September 2025.The biennial IATF, hosted by the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria and organised by Afreximbank in partnership with African Union…

Interswitch Group, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has emphasized the imperative for strategic regulatory engagement and partnership for African technology players who desire to scale their operations effectively across the continent. Africa’s burgeoning Fintech ecosystem presents a unique opportunity to deepen financial inclusion, foster economic integration, and drive digital innovation. However, the current licensing and regulatory landscape, marked by a variety of approaches in regulating fintechs with often high barriers to entry and fragmented oversight, poses significant barriers to growth and cross-border scalability. In response, the Africa Fintech Network (AFN) has consistently championed a harmonized…