Former Konga CEO, Nick Imudia has reportedly committed suicide, reports thegazellenews.com Nick Imudia was a former Chief Executive Officer (CEO), of Konga, one of Nigeria’s e-commerce giants.He reportedly committed suicide in his home. Nick allegedly committed suicide on the night of Tuesday, 25 June, 2024, by jumping from the balcony of his Lekki apartment in Lagos.He was until his death, the CEO of D.light, a leading innovator in the distribution and financing of residential solar energy solutions and transformational household products.He was reported to have called his US-based brother before making the fatal jump.He allegedly gave instructions to his brother…
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The Chairman of the United Bank for Africa (UBA), Tony Elumelu and other eminent Nigerians on Tuesday graced the 20th anniversary Lecture and prize-giving ceremony of Bridge House College (BHC), Ikoyi, Lagos. The colourful event held at the MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos, was also attended by the First Lady of Ogun State, Mrs Bamidele Abiodun; wife of the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Mrs. Oluremi Hamzat and the wife of former Governor of Cross Rivers State, Mrs Onari Duke. There were also the founder/Executive Director, Swisstrade Limited, Companies, Dr. Mike Ezeaju; Lagos State Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Tolani Sule; Executive…
Nigerian Music sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido has released new sound track ‘Ogechi’ ahead of his wedding on Tuesday, 25 June, 2024. The singer had shared stunning pre-wedding picture on Sunday, 23 June, 2024, raising fans’ anticipation. In order to raise the bar, Davido took to his Instagram handle on Monday to share a clip of his new release with Boypee, Hyce, and Brown Joel. The 30BG leader also shared a picture of the pre-released song, “Ogechi” with a caption, “Igbo Kwenu!!!. 12 am Tomorrow, Anyi Apuo.” This would not be the first time Davido is releasing a…
In anticipation of their big day, Chioma’s best girls planned her a surprise bridal shower and it was everything! She walked into a fully decorated venue and the joy on her face was unmistakable! Love, fun and laughter were the order of the day as Chioma and her girls celebrated this lovely moment. From Iyanya and Wurld’s special performances to heart-felt speeches from her girls and then the sweet loving from her boo, Davido. In a video, Chioma was seen dancing and enjoying herself as she was serenaded by Iyanya. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8l_mfUIJOl/?igsh=YWdlcHNkNmhseXpw She wore a crown and a sash that read…
The Management of The Punch newspapers has removed the editors for both its daily and weekend titles through a resignation order. Thegazellenews.com gathered that Tunji Abioye, and Samson Folarin have been asked to immediately step in after the resignation order that affected Dayo Oketola, and others. A former staff of the newspaper, Friday Olokor, who shared the news on Facebook, added that the order by the management has created tension in the newsroom. “Tension in PUNCH, mgt asks Daily, Weekend Editors to resign! TUNJI ABIOYE, SAMSON FOLARIN step in,” Olokor wrote.
Music sensation, Ikuforijimi Olaitan Abdulrahman popularly known as Oxlade, has been dragged before a High Court of Lagos, for allegedly leaking a sex tape of romantic actions that occurred between him and his ‘lady friend’. Oxlade was alleged to have also granted interviews on and and released the sex tape on several social media and blogs, despite a court judgment, restraining him from doing so. Consequently, the Claimant in the suit numbered LD/ADR/5468/2024, Miss. John Blessing, through her lawyer, Olabisi O. Oluwafemi, is urging the court for the following reliefs against Oxlade: “a declaration that the interview granted and published…
Nigerian award-winning singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has dragged Sophia Momodu, mother of his first child, Imade, to court, seeking custody of the daughter. In an originating motion filed by his lawyers, Dr Olaniyi Arije, Okey Barrah and others, at the Lagos State High Court, dated Wednesday, 17 April, 2024, Davido is praying the court for “an order granting joint custody of Miss Imade Adeleke to the applicant.” In the alternative, the singer prayed to the court for “an order granting to the applicant unfettered and unrestricted access to Miss Imade.” The suit, marked LD/1587PMC/2024, has as applicant,…
Dr. Adetola Ariyike Salau,Kwara State Gov SA on education has officially launched the STEAM UP Kwara initiative, an ambitious programme aimed at revolutionizing science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) education in Kwara State. Building on the success of the “STEM UP Lagos” initiative, which she spearheaded as Senior Special Adviser on Education to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Dr. Salau’s new programme in Kwara State is designed to empower students and youth with essential skills for the future. The unveiling took place during the educational event titled “The Girl Child and Advancement in STEM,” in partnership with the Association of Professional…
Popular comedians like AY Makun, Seyi Law, and MC Lively were among the personalities who attended the dedication ceremony of Atunyota Akpobome, also known as Ali Baba’s triplets. Thegazellenews.com gathered that the event took place on Sunday, 4 May, 2024. It brought together Ali Baba’s friends, family, and professional acquaintances. The dedication started with a church service at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Christ The Lord Central Parish in Lekki. The service was followed by a reception at an event centre on Hakeem Dickson Street in Lekki Phase 1, Lagos. Other guests at the event included: Chigul, Bunmi…
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA), held the second edition of its expanded Graduate Management Acceleration Programme (GMAP) class of 2024, where 398 young Africans were inducted into the UBA Tribe after a rigorous six-month hands-on-work and learning experience. The event, which was held in a grand ceremony in Eko Hotel, Lagos on Thursday, 2 May, 2023, was graced by esteemed guests, the UBA management, faculty members, mentors, and the graduating class. The graduands are from six African countries: Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroun, Kenya, Tanzania and Zambia. Addressing the gathering, UBA’s Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, who congratulated all the…