Author: Newsjaunts
Lagos, Nigeria – May 2, 2025 – Quickteller, leading digital payments platform powered by Interswitch, and Verve, Africa’s foremost payment cards and digital tokens brand, have been unveiled as official sponsors of the 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), scheduled to hold on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the prestigious Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos. As the AMVCA continues to celebrate excellence and innovation in African film, television, and digital content, Quickteller and Verve are proud to partner with this flagship event, further reaffirming their commitment to supporting creativity, storytelling, and talent development across the continent. In…
Big Brother Naija, Africa’s biggest and most-watched reality television show, is officially back, and it’s marking its milestone 10th season with a bold throwback to its roots: physical auditions across Nigeria. For the first time in recent years, hopeful contestants will have the opportunity to audition in person as the show’s organizers unveil a three-city audition tour. Aspiring housemates can showcase their charisma and charm at audition venues in Lagos, Abuja, and Enugu on May 16, 17, and 18, 2025. The audition process kicks off with online registration beginning Saturday, May 3, and closing Wednesday, May 7, via the official…
The Premier League continues this weekend as the fight for a top-five finish reaches a critical point. With only a handful of games remaining, just two points separate third from sixth. Saturday’s action begins with Aston Villa hosting Fulham at 12:30 PM. Villa will aim to bounce back after last weekend’s defeat to Manchester City ended their five-game unbeaten run. At 3:00 PM, Everton play relegated Ipswich Town, while Leicester face Southampton. Arsenal wrap up the day at 5:30 PM against Bournemouth. The Gunners are second on the table and five points clear of the chasing pack. A win would…
Jamara Home, one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing retail and e-commerce brands for electronics and home appliances, joins the rest of the world in celebrating International Workers’ Day 2025. As a proud subsidiary of JMG Limited, Jamara Home is taking the moment to recognise not just the incredible contributions of Nigerian workers to national growth, but also the dedicated team behind the scenes at Jamara who work daily to deliver quality and value to customers across the country. This year’s Workers’ Day theme, “Social Justice and Decent Work,” resonates strongly with the company’s mission to create an inclusive, fair, and empowering workplace. According to Rabi Jammal,…
Abeokuta, Ogun State – The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, has imposed a temporary blackout on the coverage of all National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) activities following the alleged assault on a journalist, Olajide Osoba, during the 2025 May Day celebration. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday at the June 12 Cultural Center, Kuto, the venue for the Workers’ Day event. According to reports, Osoba, a member of the NUJ, was allegedly attacked by individuals purported to be NANS members, raising serious concerns over the safety and security of media personnel in the line of duty.…
Lagos, Nigeria – As the world observes Workers’ Day 2025, JMG takes a moment to celebrate the true engine behind its success—its people. From engineers and technicians to sales teams and support staff, every member of JMG plays a vital role in powering homes, industries, and dreams across Nigeria and West Africa. This year’s theme, “Social Justice and Decent Work,” shines a light on what truly matters fairness, dignity, and opportunity in the workplace. For JMG, these are not just words; they’re the foundation of how we operate. Mazen Jubaili, Managing Director of JMG, highlighted the central role employees play in the company’s ongoing success.…
The Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations (CNCSOs), representing over 75 civil society organisations (CSOs), human rights groups, community based organisations (CBO), among others, committed to justice, rule of law, and institutional accountability across Nigeria, has expressed grave concern over a series of disturbing judicial developments unfolding in Niger State. Specifically, in a statement signed by its National Secretary, Alhaji Ali Abacha, the coalition said that they “are compelled to bring to national attention the actions and inactions of Justice Bilkisu Yusuf of the High Court of Niger State, Minna, which have raised questions over judicial integrity and potential miscarriage…
Abeokuta, Ogun State – Workers across Nigeria were met with heartfelt accolades from Chief Toyin Amuzu, Asiwaju Leragun Egba, on this year’s Workers’ Day. Recognizing the immeasurable contributions of Nigerian workers, particularly those in Abeokuta South and Ogun State, Amuzu extended his profound gratitude and admiration, underscoring their pivotal role in national development. Chief Toyin Amuzu hailed the unwavering commitment and sacrifices of workers, describing them as the backbone of the nation. In his Workers’ Day address, he noted that without their hard work, Nigeria’s progress and stability would not be achievable. “Your sweat and toil have helped build the…
Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama has celebrated Globacom Chairman, Dr. Mike Adenuga Jr., on his 72nd birthday. He joins President Bola Ahmed Tinubu who had on Tuesday released a statement celebrating the astute businessman. The two leaders praised Dr. Adenuga for his remarkable contributions to the growth of both countries, their people and the economy. President Mahama described the business icon’s life as an “illustrious example of vision, resistance and extraordinary performance”. His Nigerian counterpart said Dr. Adenuga’s life and extraordinary achievements are evidence of the power of vision and resilience. Congratulating Dr. Adenuga, President Mahama said, “he not only…
Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE) has announced the start of its recruitment exercise aimed at bolstering traffic management efforts along the state’s 18 major traffic corridors. The initiative aligns with Governor Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun’s vision of creating safer roads and effective public service. The recruitment exercise, endorsed by the Hon. Commissioner for Transportation, Engr. Gbenga Dairo FNSE, seeks to address TRACE’s manpower needs and improve operational efficiency in traffic management. TRACE Commander General/Chief Executive, Cdr. Dr. ‘Seni Ogunyemi, highlighted this as a crucial step in enhancing visibility and response times during rescue and emergency situations. TRACE…