In a gesture that underscores his unwavering commitment to promoting and preserving the rich Yoruba culture and traditions, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, Chairman/CEO of Adron Group, accompanied by the Managing Director of Adron Group, Mrs Adenike Ajobo and some other company’s management team, paid a royal visit to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ogunwusi Eniitan, Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife, on Sunday, October 20, 2024, in celebration of the monarch’s 50th birthday. The visit took place at the Ooni’s historic palace in Ile-Ife, a city revered as the cradle of Yoruba civilization. Aare Emmanuelking, a staunch advocate for cultural heritage, expressed…
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is amplifying the sophistication of attacks within the e-commerce sector, particularly through the use of deepfake technology to bypass verification systems, according to a recent report by Juniper Research, a leading expert in financial technology and payment markets. The report highlights that this growing threat, combined with an increase in ‘friendly fraud’—where customers commit fraud themselves, such as refund fraud—is putting significant pressure on merchant profitability. Juniper Research estimates that the global value of e-commerce fraud will rise sharply from $44.3 billion in 2024 to $107 billion by 2029, marking a 141 percent increase over five years.…
Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, is currently being held at the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Alagbon, Lagos, following his arrest by Nigerian Immigration Service officials. Bobrisky was detained after attempting to leave the country at the Seme border. According to reports Bobrisky was transferred to the FCID for safekeeping after his arrest on Sunday and arrived at the facility around 10 p.m. on Monday night. A source confirmed, “Bobrisky was brought to the FCID, Alagbon, after being apprehended at the Seme border. He spent the night in custody and remains at the FCID.” Mayegun Aminat, spokesperson…
Nigerian social media personality Bobrisky has reportedly been arrested at the Seme border while attempting to flee the country. Investigative journalist Kemi Olunloyo broke the news, suggesting that the arrest is connected to an ongoing bribery investigation by the House of Representatives. According to Olunloyo, Bobrisky was unaware that his passport had been deactivated by influential lawmakers and was counting on the support of a powerful “Godfather” to evade authorities. His alleged involvement in the “Naira saga,” a widespread bribery and corruption scandal, has also been suggested. In a similar report, social media activist Martins Ortse claimed that Bobrisky was…
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced that the Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for Private Candidates, 2024 – Second Series, will commence on Friday, October 25, and run until Friday, December 20, 2024. In a statement issued on Tuesday, WAEC disclosed that this year’s exam will use a hybrid format. Multiple-choice questions will be presented on-screen, and candidates will submit their responses digitally. However, for essay and practical sections, while questions will be displayed on-screen, candidates must write their answers in the provided booklets. WAEC has also made provisions for candidates who prefer the traditional…
LIMA, PERU– The success of a long-lasting injectable HIV prevention drug, lenacapavir, which has shown remarkable effectiveness in human trials, will largely depend on its affordability and widespread distribution, according to global health experts. Lenacapavir, developed by US pharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences, is a long-acting pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) drug. It prevents HIV from entering the body and replicating. Unlike daily oral PrEP treatments, lenacapavir is administered every six months, making it the longest-acting injectable prevention method to date. Gilead is currently seeking regulatory approval for lenacapavir in several African countries, where almost one in 25 people live with HIV. According…
Nollywood actor Kunle Remi has responded to recent allegations of homosexuality circulating on social media. A controversial blog named him among several celebrities purportedly involved in homosexual activities in Nigeria, sparking widespread discussions online. In a post on his Instagram page on Monday, Remi addressed the claims and urged trolls to refrain from spreading negativity on his platform. He emphasized that he is not desperate for followers or engagement and made it clear that he would not tolerate any form of negativity. Read Also: Davido Announces Plan to Go Live with Peller “This page is for love, light, and good…
Nigerian superstar Davido has announced his plans to go live on TikTok with popular content creator and streamer, Peller, sparking a wave of excitement among fans. During a recent video call with Peller, Davido confirmed that the two would soon go live together on TikTok. Peller’s excitement was palpable during the call, and the news quickly spread across social media, leading to a flurry of reactions from fans. One user on X (formerly Twitter) encouraged the collaboration, comparing it to similar partnerships by international streamers: “You guys don’t like your Nigerian brothers at all, Peller is trying to do the…
Former Nigerian international, Osaze Odemwingie, has called on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to appoint Augustine Eguavoen as the permanent coach of the Super Eagles. Odemwingie shared his thoughts during an interview with Brila FM, praising Eguavoen’s performance in the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Odemwingie, who once worked with Eguavoen during his time at Bendel Insurance, highlighted the coach’s passion and commitment. “Eguavoen was the general manager when I signed my first professional contract with Bendel Insurance under him. He’s a lesson to our country—well-spoken, committed as a player, and now as a coach,” Odemwingie said.…
In a recent interview, Kenneth Omeruo criticized CAF for allowing Libya to host the Super Eagles on home soil during the 2025 AFCON qualifiers, citing safety concerns following the team’s detention at Al Abraq Airport for over 16 hours Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo has expressed concerns over the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) decision to allow Libya to host Nigeria on home soil for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The Super Eagles boycotted the scheduled match after Libyan authorities detained the Nigerian players, coaching staff, and crew for over 16 hours at Al Abraq Airport upon…
