Broadcasting
Top Six Events on The First Season of The Real Housewives Of Lagos
The Real Housewives of Lagos are back this Friday for the second part of the season 1 reunion, and we are bursting at the seams with excitement! We can’t wait to see how it will all play out.
However, before we get there, we are looking back at the top six parties and events on the explosive debut season of the Showmax original.
1. Aunty Iyabo’s beach weekend:
During the first episode, Iyabo Ojo announced that she wanted to get to know the women better and had set up a plan for it. She invited them to come with her on a beach weekend to get away from Lagos stress. Even though Laura failed to show up, the ladies went on to have a fantastic time in the most beautiful house.
Iyabo proved to be a thoughtful host with gifts for the women, individual rooms, heavily decorated and planned out meals, games for each night, and a dance instructor for the women. The actress spared no costs and successfully impressed the ladies and viewers. But, the seemingly innocent games at the beach house would later give way to two of the most dramatic moments in the season.
2. Carolyna Hutching’s BoHo party:
Maybe the BoHo party was fascinating because it’s a rare theme in Lagos, or perhaps it was the fashion or the fights; we’ll never really know. However, we know that the party made for an exciting episode, and we are grateful that Carolyn chose not to ‘save her drama’. The BoHo party had everything from great decor to good food, a meditation coach, intense conversations and even a tinge of drama. What else can we ask for?
3. Chioma’s Abuja Weekend Getaway:
Chioma proved throughout the season that she never does anything small, including her party. She started the fun from Lagos by flying the ladies out on a private jet to the capital. Despite the late arrivals at the beginning of the trip, it went pretty well, with minimal altercations. The ladies showed off their fun, carefree self, great fashion styles, and even their friends. Chioma went above and beyond to keep everyone comfortable. Even though Iyabo was absent, the ladies enjoyed the trip.
4. Mariam Timmer’s Dinner Party:
Mariam joined the ladies later in the show. Still, after seeing Chioma throw it down at her party, she knew she had to bring her A-game.
Mariam went all out for her party, even getting a celebrity chef to cater for the women and setting up a karaoke bar. Despite the night being marred by Carolyna and Chioma’s immense lateness, it appeared the ladies still had a good time. After they got over having to wait for close to 5 hours for the two women and Iyabo ‘dragged’ them by their pretty weaves, the real housewives settled down for a good night. They ended the dinner singing their favourite tunes, doing shots and dancing the night away.
5. Toyin Lawani’s Owambe Party:
Nobody throws an ‘owambe’ party like the King of Fashion, Toyin Lawani. Born into royalty and a proud Yoruba woman, her decision to throw a cultural party was not surprising to anyone. In typical Toyin extravagant style, she went all out with the party set in a park. Paying homage to her grandma and decked out in traditional Yoruba attire, she thrilled her guests. The ladies also showed up for the party looking like expensive Yoruba brides. The exciting evening was filled with great traditional food, praise-singing, and a surprise performance from award-winning artiste 9ice. Toyin announced to the ladies that she was taking them for a week-long vacation in Dubai to crown the party.
6. Tiannah Fortified’s Dubai vacation:
Everything about this event already screams best and most extravagant, but it started off on a rocky note. Laura arrived sick, Carolyna misplaced her ‘$43,000 diamond bracelet’, and Iyabo Ojo almost made the 35-year-old lose it. But that meant the week could only go up from there, and it did.
The ladies each got a chance to plan their own mini-events for the others in Dubai, and it was all fun. From taking on monster truck rides on the safari, driving luxury cars around Dubai, throwing a beach party, surprising Tiannah with her husband, to having luxurious dinners, going to the Billionaire Club and throwing a pool party, the ladies had a swell time. This was until it all came crashing down.
Tiannah Fortified gave fans the explosive season finale we knew the show was capable of with that fight between Iyabo, Carolyna and finally, Chioma.
The fight, the events, the parties, and more will be discussed when the two-part reunion concludes on Friday, July 8, 2022, exclusively on Showmax.
Broadcasting
NERC Discloses $5.7 Million Debt Owed by International Customers for Q3 2024 Electricity Supply
Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has disclosed that international customers owe $5.7 million for electricity supplied in the third quarter (Q3) of 2024.
The debtors include Paras-SBEE and Transcorp-SBEE from the Benin Republic, Mainstream-NIGELEC from Niger, and Odukpani-CEET from Togo.
Under an international treaty, Nigeria exports electricity to neighbouring countries like Benin Republic, Togo, and Niger.
In its latest quarterly report, NERC stated that market operators (MO) issued invoices totaling $12.19 million to six international firms for services rendered in Q3, out of which $6.49 million was paid.
“In 2024/Q3, the six (6) international bilateral customers purchasing power from the grid-connected GenCos made a cumulative payment of $6.49 million against the $12.19 million invoice issued to them by the MO for services rendered in 2024/Q3,” the report said.
“Similarly, the domestic bilateral customers made a cumulative payment of ₦1,566.51 million against the ₦2,100.79 million invoice issued to them by the MO for services rendered in 2024/Q3.”
NERC highlighted that some bilateral customers—both domestic and international—made payments in Q3 2024 to settle outstanding invoices from previous quarters. “Odukpani-CEET made a payment of $1.33 million towards outstanding invoices from previous quarters,” the report revealed.
“Similarly, the MO received ₦31.51 million from the domestic bilateral customers (North-South/Star Pipe; ₦9.50 million and Trans-Amadi (OAU/FMPI); ₦22.01 million) towards outstanding invoices from previous quarters.”
However, NERC noted that its special customer, Ajaokuta Steel Co. Ltd, along with the host community, failed to make any payments towards the ₦1.26 billion (NBET) and ₦0.11 billion (MO) invoices received in Q3 2024.
“This continues a longstanding trend of non-payment by this customer, and the Commission has communicated the need for intervention on this issue to the relevant FGN authorities,” the commission said, warning that continued non-payment could lead to total disconnection from the national grid.
In September, Shuaibu Audu, the Minister of Steel Development, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Messrs Tyazhpromexport (TPE) for the rehabilitation, completion, and operation of the Ajaokuta Steel Plant and the National Iron Ore Mining Company (NIOMCO).
By December, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Local Content, announced plans to commence the revitalisation of the Ajaokuta Steel Company plants in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025.
QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness-focused direct-selling company, has partnered with the Lagos Food Bank Initiative (LFBI), a non-profit organization dedicated to nutrition and hunger relief, to provide nutritious food and gifts to 1,000 vulnerable children in Makoko, Lagos.
This initiative is part of QNET’s end-of-year social impact activities.
Supported by QNET’s legal partner, Transblue Limited, the project is part of LFBI’s Education Enhancement Intervention for Food Insecure Students (EDUFOOD) program that addresses malnutrition and food insecurity among underserved students by providing healthy meals and essential educational resources.
A report by the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) highlights that Nigeria has the second-highest burden of stunted children globally, with a national prevalence rate of 32% among children under five.
Furthermore, an estimated 2 million Nigerian children suffer from severe acute malnutrition (SAM).
Biram Fall, QNET’s Regional Manager for Sub-Saharan Africa, highlighted the importance of this initiative: “Guided by our principle – Raise Yourself To Help Mankind (RYTHM), we believe that education and good health for children are the cornerstones of a thriving society.
Partnering with LFBI allows us to make a tangible impact on vulnerable children’s lives, reflecting our mission to empower youths and improve communities.”
Akeem Ajisafe, Managing Director of Transblue Limited, shared his thoughts: “This collaboration not only addresses food insecurity but also brings joy to young hearts, allowing them to truly experience the spirit of Christmas. Together, we are fostering hope, joy, and a brighter future fo r all.”
Michael Sunbola, Executive Director of LFBI, expressed gratitude for the partnership:“QNET’s support empowers us to reach even more children during this season of celebration, improving their health and unlocking their potential. Together, we are building a foundation for a brighter future.”
The partnership underscores QNET’s commitment to sustainable development, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Zero Hunger (SDG 2) and Quality Education (SDG 4).
Spotify today announced the launch of its ‘Detty December’ hub with playlists for December, a celebration of the vibrant festive season in West Africa and South Africa.
The hub is a one-stop shop for all things Detty December, with curated playlists featuring the biggest hits and emerging sounds of the season.
Users can find everything from Afrobeats and Amapiano anthems to chilled-out vibes for those much-needed recovery days.
“Detty December is a special time for our users in West Africa and ke Dezemba symbolises South Africa’s spirit of celebration,” said Phiona Okumu, Head of Music at Spotify Sub-Saharan Africa.
“We’re excited to be part of their celebrations with this dedicated hub and playlists, bringing them the best music to soundtrack their festive moments.”
This unapologetic season of street jams, back-to-back concerts, and endless summer fun has developed its own culture that draws diaspora and local fans alike.
The curated sounds of Spotify’s Detty December hub will pay homage to the Lagos rooftop lounges, Accra’s beachside festivals, and South Africa’s township tunes that keep people grooving.
In addition to the hub, Spotify has also launched a new playlist called ‘Songs of Detty December’.
This playlist is a curated list from Spotify Africa’s editors on the songs predicted to dominate this year’s Detty December. From DJ Skelm’s Afro Tech sounds to Flytime Fest’s tour of songs that tell Africa’s aspirational stories, the hub will be the home of takeover playlists that display Africa’s diverse talent.
Barrier-breaking Amapiano talent Kamo_ww has taken over a South African Summer playlist too.
Spotify is also supporting Jerk x Jollof, a popular event making its way to Africa for the first time, through its Frequency program. Held at The Ostrich event space, the Jerk x Jollof Cape Town takeover will feature DJs and artists such as TxC, DBN Gogo, Spinall, Sarz and Odeal, merging the spirit of Detty December and ke Dezemba experiences and bringing South and West African cultures and artists together.
“We’re committed to supporting African music and culture,” said Okumu.
“We believe that music is a powerful way to bring people together, and we’re excited to be part of the Detty December celebrations.”
You can keep the good vibes going as you make your way to the hotel, beach or next Detty December party with Spotify’s curated and immersive sound selection. Discover something new or run the year’s best party anthems back on your app today.
The ‘Detty December’ hub is available now on Spotify.
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