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No Gree for Boredom: Maximise Your Viewing with GOtv’s Step-Up

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When it comes to entertaining and educative programmes for the whole family, GOtv embodies the spirit of the unofficial theme of the year; “No gree for anybody.” This quarter, GOtv offers its subscribers an array of premium entertainment options.

Alongside the premium content, GOtv also introduced the Step Up offer, allowing customers to enjoy a higher package while paying less. Customers who upgrade to a package higher than their current package will automatically enjoy a complimentary upgrade to the next tier. For instance, if you’re a Max subscriber and decide to step up to Supa, you’ll instantly be upgraded to Supa+. So, you can enjoy all the premium content showing on Supa+ while paying Supa subscription. 

Here is a summary of what GOtv customers stand to enjoy this January. 

The new year kicked off with GOtv introducing new shows such as the captivating and insightful series Checkout, an exclusive drama series that shows the behind-the-scenes glimpse of beloved stores, and the much-anticipated fourth season of Unmarried, a tale chronicling the journey of three friends through the complexities of love and life on Africa Magic Urban GOtv ch 8

Local series also took center stage, showcasing the richness of our cultural diversity. The Arewa Game Show is a dynamic and thrilling Hausa game show, offering viewers a unique and entertaining experience on Africa Magic Hausa GOtv ch 3, Kadara the story of a driven and ambitious young man on a quest for wealth in the bustling city of Lagos on Africa Magic Yoruba GOtv ch 2. Nwunye Bekee, a curation of heart-warming cross-cultural love stories of Igbo men and their ‘Oyibo’ wives on Africa Magic Igbo GOtv ch 4

In addition to these, premium sporting content, including the Premier League and the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), has further taken the entertainment experience for subscribers up a notch. And now, with the enticing STEP UP offer, subscribers have the perfect chance to continue enjoying premium content even after the conclusion of the tier-down offer, which allowed GOtv Supa+ customers access to the premium AM Showcase channel.

As the tier-down promotion concludes, the Step-Up offer becomes a fantastic opportunity for subscribers to not only maintain their premium access but also to take their entertainment to new heights. To take advantage of this offer, download the MyGOtvApp or dial *288# to Step Up, upgrade, renew your subscription, and stay connected. 

For on-the-go entertainment, you can watch your favourite programmes on your mobile device with the GOtv Stream app. Simply download the app from your Play Store or Apple Store to get started.

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Glovo, Nigerian Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, NIPOST, and Industry Leaders Unite to Address E-Commerce Challenges in Nigeria

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Strategic Collaboration with the Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy and NIPOST Drives Innovation in Digital Commerce

Lagos, Nigeria – February 6, 2025 – The Nigerian e-commerce industry is at a turning point, driven by rapid digitalization and the need for stronger logistics infrastructure. Recognizing this, Glovo, in partnership with the Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy through its agency, the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST), convened a landmark stakeholder forum to address the challenges and opportunities shaping the sector. The event brought together policymakers, technology leaders, and private sector players to explore solutions for bridging Nigeria’s logistics gaps and accelerating the integration of digital and physical infrastructure to support e-commerce growth.In her keynote address, Tola Odeyemi, Postmaster General of NIPOST, representing Hon. Minister Dr. Bosun Tijani, underscored the importance of logistics and nationwide accessibility in building a thriving digital economy. She highlighted NIPOST’s expansive physical infrastructure and its potential to serve as a backbone for last-mile delivery solutions. “By aligning our vast network with digital platforms, we can create an efficient logistics framework that benefits businesses, especially SMEs, and ensures that e-commerce reaches every corner of Nigeria,” she stated.”A key moment of the event was the presentation of selected highlights from Glovo’s Yellow Effect Report by William Benthall, Global Director of Government Relations at Glovo. The report provides an in-depth look at Africa’s digital commerce landscape and Glovo’s five-year journey, with a strong focus on Nigeria. The highlights emphasized how innovative logistics solutions and digital integration can empower local businesses, drive economic growth, and enhance supply chain efficiency.””We chose to launch this report in Lagos because of Nigeria’s critical role in Africa’s digital commerce ecosystem and its vast market potential. Our findings highlight key opportunities in leveraging technology and strategic partnerships to drive sustainable growth. Over the past five years, Glovo has supported 45,000 businesses—95% of them SMEs—generating over €1 billion for partners and aiding 4,000 at-risk businesses. With a 20-percentage-point drop in cash orders, we’re also driving financial inclusion. By collaborating with policymakers, industry leaders, and local businesses, we aim to power the digital economy, enhance logistics efficiency, and create a more resilient and inclusive marketplace for all.”One of the defining moments of the forum came during the fireside chat session, Empowering Local Economies Through Strategic Partnerships in E-commerce, where Lamide Akinola, General Manager of Glovo Nigeria, shared how Glovo is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize e-commerce operations. She explained that AI plays a crucial role in enhancing efficiency across the value chain—from streamlining delivery logistics and predicting demand patterns to improving the overall user experience. “With AI-driven insights, we can help SMEs scale faster, reduce inefficiencies in last-mile delivery, and ensure that customers get the best possible service,” Akinola noted. She also highlighted Glovo Local, an initiative designed to equip SMEs with the digital tools, training, and financial resources needed to thrive in an increasingly tech-driven economy. The session was moderated by Chidera Akwuba, Regional Head of Government and Public Relations, Sub-Saharan Africa at Glovo. “Bringing together stakeholders from across the industry is essential to driving meaningful change in Nigeria’s e-commerce sector,” said Chidera Akwuba, Regional Head of Government and Public Relations, Sub-Saharan Africa at Glovo. “This forum was a crucial step in fostering strategic partnerships that will help address logistical barriers and unlock new growth opportunities.”The discussions extended beyond logistics, touching on the broader barriers affecting Nigeria’s e-commerce ecosystem. A panel session featuring industry leaders from NIPOST, Jumia, GIG Logistics, and Glovo— represented by Kola Adeniyi, Head of Commercial Glovo Nigeria, explored key regulatory, technological, and operational challenges that must be addressed to unlock the sector’s full potential. The panel emphasized the importance of cross-sector collaboration to ensure that policies, infrastructure, and technology work in harmony to create a seamless digital marketplace.Beyond established players, the forum also served as a platform for emerging companies like Grid Code and Smart Parcel, which showcased their innovative logistics solutions and engaged with potential investors. Their presence reinforced the event’s role as a catalyst for fostering new investment and innovation in Nigeria’s rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape.As the forum drew to a close, Tola Odeyemi reaffirmed NIPOST’s commitment to supporting the growth of Nigeria’s digital economy. “E-commerce is not just about transactions; it’s about creating access, empowering businesses, and building an interconnected economy that benefits all Nigerians,” she stated. The discussions from the forum are expected to shape future policy frameworks, investment opportunities, and strategic partnerships that will drive long-term industry growth.For Glovo, the event reaffirmed its commitment to leveraging AI, fostering strategic partnerships, and supporting SMEs to advance e-commerce in Nigeria. By collaborating with the Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy through NIPOST, Glovo is playing a pivotal role in building a more inclusive and efficient digital commerce ecosystem, one that ensures businesses of all sizes can thrive in the evolving digital economy.

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Just 24 Hours In: Was Primate Ayodele Wrong About Donald Trump?

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By Bolaji Israel

Many were taken aback on Friday, December 20, 2024, when Primate Elijah Ayodele, a prominent cleric and leader of the INRI Evangelical Ministry in Lagos State, issued a stark warning that another term for Donald Trump as President of the United States would lead to increased chaos, disunity, violence, and various global crises.The popular prophet made this revelation during a church service while unveiling a series of pivotal prophecies for the year 2025, detailed in a 95-page booklet. In Section 16 of the booklet, Ayodele stated, “I foresee that the incoming American president will take a lot of wrong policies and global decisions that will not be admirable but he will use veto power to push it through. This will create a lot of troubles so says the Lord. The government of Donald Trump will support favourism and nepotism. A lot of world leaders will not admire his approach to international policies as he will display signs of rascality and his use of words will be mismanaged.”On Monday, January 20, the world stood still as Donald John Trump was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, succeeding Joe Biden, four years after a setback in his quest for a second term.Trump, a billionaire business mogul, politician, and media personality, now 78, was the 45th President of the US between 2016 and 2020. World’s powerful and richest billionaires, including Tesla and X boss, Elon Musk, Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg, Amazon chief Jeff Bezos and Google CEO Sundar Pichai all had prime seats at the ceremony. Former U.S. presidents like Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton were present at the historic event, which could be seen as a return to the world’s most powerful office while millions more watched remotely from around the globe, eager to see what another four years under Trump would entail, particularly given the potential implications for global trade, economic stability, and international peace.Critical issues in American society—such as immigration, racism, gun violence, employment, and taxation—also sparked widespread interest ahead Trump era.Many were of the view that after his disgraceful loss to President Biden which delayed his second-term till now, the Capitol mob crisis, and widespread concerns raised by many leaders across America on Trump’s divisive approach, the reelected President would display more maturity and inclusivity.In a shocking turn of events however, just as Primate Ayodele had predicted, mere hours after his inauguration, Trump has unleashed a barrage of controversial executive orders and hardline policies that could disrupt global stability.The Republican billionaire is aggressively embarking on a nationalist, right-wing agenda, starting with nearly 100 executive orders aimed at reversing Biden’s policies. One of the first orders Trump signed was to end birthright citizenship, a policy that has allowed many immigrant families, particularly from Africa, to relocate to the U.S. in search of better opportunities. This move is perceived as a direct attack on immigrants from poorer regions, though it is expected to face significant constitutional challenges.When informed of the likely legal obstacles, Trump responded, “You could be right. We have good grounds.”Additionally, Trump declared a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border, planning to deploy U.S. troops to assist immigration agents in restricting refugees and asylum seekers. He has also temporarily suspended the U.S. Refugee Admissions Programme pending a review to evaluate its implications for public safety and national security, threatening immediate deportations of undocumented migrants.Trump’s administration is also moving to eliminate a Biden-era programme called humanitarian parole which allowed migrants from four troubled nations—Cuba, Nicaragua, Haiti, and Venezuela—to enter the U.S. temporarily if they had financial sponsors and passed security checks, as part of a sweeping first-day crackdown on immigration. As he attempted but failed during his first administration, Trump has directed the United States to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO), a significant player in global health initiatives that he has long criticized for its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.Speaking at the White House hours after his inauguration, the reelected US President said the United States was paying far more to the UN body compared to China, adding: “World Health ripped us off.” The United States, the largest donor to the Geneva-based organization, provides substantial financial support that is vital to the WHO’s operations. This withdrawal is expected to have major implications for global health efforts and comes at a time when fears over a current bird flu outbreak (H5N1) are rising.He also ordered a comprehensive review of U.S. foreign aid spending. Both moves fit into his more isolationist “America First” approach to international affairs.Trump’s new administration is also seeking to dismantle federal diversity programmes aimed at addressing racism and related issues, signaling a sweeping shift in policy. Trump’s initial actions—including proposing tariffs and questioning U.S. aid to Ukraine—indicate a potential upheaval in global relations.In fact, Trump’s Day One hardline policies are far reaching. From promising sweeping tariffs, to making territorial threats to Greenland and Panama and calling US aid for Ukraine into question, Trump looks set to rattle the global order. He has granted sweeping pardons to nearly all of the 1,600 rioters charged with storming the Capitol and commuted the sentences of several others. His decision appears to cover both people accused of low-level, nonviolent offenses that day and those who committed violence. During the build up to the inauguration, Trump publicly challenged Canada’s sovereignty, stating that the nation would collapse once America withdraws economic support and threatened to impose a potential 25% Tariff on exportsgoods. He further hinted at Canada joining the US as its 51st state but Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, fired back that such would never happen. “We will stand up for Canada, we will protect Canadians,” he stated on Wednesday. Canada is already facing serious challenges and uncertainty as roughly 75% of Canadian exports go to the US, and economists say the proposed levies would be devastating for the country. Trump’s order for the US government to recognize only two biological sexes was received by some as positive though. Trump will make history by replacing Biden as the oldest president to be sworn in. He is also just the second president in US history to return to power after being voted out, after Grover Cleveland in 1893.Commenting on Trump’s return to power, Professor Bolaji Akinyemi criticized his inaugural speech as uninspiring and alarming. He noted that rather than promoting peace, Trump threatened the world with aggressive policies, including territorial claims and tariff wars. Akinyemi warned that the global community is likely in for a troubling four years under Trump’s leadership.In just 24 hours, the world is already feeling the reverberations of Trump’s administration, as observers keenly watch the unfolding events. One thing is certain: the global landscape may never be the same with the implementation of Trump’s hardline policies, a confirmation of Ayodele’s prophecies.

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Bolaji Agbede, Access Bank’s MD, Others to Face Trial Over Alleged Theft

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Mrs Bolaji Agbede , AG MD Access Bank

Justice Ibironke Harrison of the Lagos State High Court has ordered the arrest of Access Bank’s acting Managing Director, Bolaji Agbede and three others for allegedly failing to appear for arraignment.

The judge’s order also affected Balmoral International Limited, DDSS International Company Limited, and Adejare Adegbenro.

Justice Harrison issued the arrest warrant after the Lagos State prosecution counsel, Uthman̈ Rilwan informed the court that he had served the defendants with notice, but they failed to attend the arraignment.

The Lagos State government had filed a four-count charge of conspiracy, stealing, and attempted theft against the defendants.

When the case was called, Rilwan informed the court that the day’s purpose was to arraign the defendants; however, they were absent despite receiving notice of the court date.

The prosecutor stated that on or about September 2, 2013, at Plot 1261, Adeola Hopewell Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, the defendants conspired to commit theft.

He alleged that Adejare, Balmoral, Access Bank, and Agbede stole the property of MOB Integrated Services at Plot 40b, Burdillion Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, by using it as security for a loan without the complainant’s consent and subsequently entered into a consent judgment.

Additionally, they were accused of attempting to steal the property of MOB Integrated Services on May 26, 2019, by offering and granting DDSS International Company Limited a credit facility of N1 billion.

According to the prosecutor, these offences contravened Sections 411, 280, and 21 of the Criminal Laws of Lagos State 2011.

Rilwan stated, “My Lord, this matter is for arraignment today, and the defendants have been duly served with a copy of the charge. We request the court to issue a bench warrant for the defendant’s arrest to ensure they attend proceedings on the next court date.”

Consequently, Justice Harrison issued a bench warrant against the second to fifth defendants, Balmoral International Limited, Access Bank, Bolaji Agbede, and DDSS International Company Limited.

The judge directed that the bench warrant be executed against the principal officers and adjourned the case until February 24, 2025, for the arraignment of the defendants.

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