LALIGA EA SPORTS continues to showcase the finest footballing talent from across the globe, with African players continuously playing a vital role in the league. On Sunday, 08 December, at 22:00 CAT, Atletico de Madrid will host Sevilla FC in a Matchday 16 clash that brings together two teams with contrasting ambitions this season. Atletico de Madrid, sitting third with 32 points, looks to maintain their title challenge, while Sevilla FC, 11th with 19 points, seeks a resurgence.

This encounter also serves as a platform to celebrate the contributions of African players - both past and present - who have enriched these storied clubs and LALIGA as a whole.

Current African Stars: Impact Players
Reinildo Mandava (Mozambique, Atletico de Madrid)
A cornerstone of Atleti’s defence, Reinildo Mandava has been pivotal this season, appearing in 13 matches. The versatile left-back’s ability to adapt as a centre-back or left midfielder adds depth to Diego Simeone’s tactical arsenal. Mandava’s defensive prowess will be key as Atletico aims to nullify Sevilla’s attacking threats and secure vital points in the title race.

Kelechi Iheanacho (Nigeria, Sevilla FC)
Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho has faced challenges this season, struggling to secure consistent game time with only four starts in the league. Despite these hurdles, Iheanacho remains a player with the potential to influence matches, particularly against high-calibre opponents like Atletico de Madrid. As Sevilla FC looks for a spark in their attack, Iheanacho could seize the opportunity to make a statement.

Chidera Ejuke (Nigeria, Sevilla FC)
Chidera Ejuke, despite currently being sidelined with a hamstring injury, has left a mark on Sevilla FC this season. Joining on a free transfer last summer, the Nigerian forward registered one goal in eight appearances before his injury. Ejuke’s pace, creativity, and ability to unlock defences have been sorely missed, and his return early next year is eagerly anticipated by fans and teammates alike.

Former African Greats: Shaping LALIGA History
The history of African players at Atletico Madrid and Sevilla is a testament to their global appeal.
Thomas Partey (Ghana, formerly Atletico de Madrid): A product of the Madrid side’s academy, Partey played a pivotal role in their midfield, contributing significantly to the club's success. Over the course of more than 100 appearances, he was instrumental in Atleti’s historic LALIGA EA SPORTS title-winning campaign during the 2020/21 season. Partey’s influence extended to high-stakes matches, including seven appearances against Sevilla FC during his time at the club.

Geoffrey Kondogbia (Central African Republic, formerly Atletico de Madrid and Sevilla FC): Geoffrey Kondogbia stands out as one of the few players to have represented both Sevilla FC and Atletico de Madrid during his time in LALIGA. He made over 30 appearances for Sevilla FC during the 2012–2013 season, where he showcased his raw talent and potential. Years later, from 2020 to 2023, Kondogbia played over 70 matches for Atletico de Madrid, scoring a single goal and playing a crucial role in their LALIGA-winning campaign during the 2020/21 season.

Youssef En-Nesyri (Morocco, formerly Sevilla FC): Youssef En-Nesyri etched his name in Sevilla’s history by delivering crucial goals and performances in both domestic and European competitions. Over the course of more than 100 appearances for the club, En-Nesyri played an instrumental role in Sevilla FC’s success, including winning the UEFA Europa League twice. Against Atletico de Madrid, he faced the Rojiblancos 13 times, finding the back of the net twice.

These players have helped bridge the gap between Africa and LALIGA, leaving legacies that inspire the next generation of talent.

The Stakes for Matchday 16
This matchup is more than just a game - it’s a statement. Atletico de Madrid, led by Diego Simeone, has been in formidable form this season. However, their defensive structure, anchored by players like Reinildo Mandava, will be critical against a Sevilla FC side eager to climb the table.

For Sevilla FC, the clash presents an opportunity to reset their season. While injuries have hampered their progress, the team remains dangerous under manager Garcia Pimienta. With players like Kelechi Iheanacho and emerging stars with African roots such as Loïc Badé and Djibril Sow, Sevilla FC has the tools to challenge Atletico’s stronghold.

The Atletico de Madrid vs. Sevilla FC encounter highlights the profound impact African players have had on LALIGA. From current stars to the legends their influence is undeniable. This Sunday promises to be a spectacle, a game where African stars are set to illuminate one of the world’s most iconic leagues.

The incredible rise of Lamine Yamal has been recognised with two individual awards: the 2024 Kopa Trophy which he collected at the Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris in October, and now the 2024 Golden Boy award, the honour handed out by Italian newspaper Tuttosport each year. Both of these prizes recognise the best Under-21 player of the year, and the FC Barcelona and Spain forward has claimed both.
The 17-year-old winger has had an incredible year. Not only has he become a regular starter for FC Barcelona, scoring 13 goals and providing 17 assists for the Catalan club since the start of the 2023/24 season, but Lamine Yamal also made key contributions to Spain’s victory at Euro 2024. He was named Young Player of the Tournament, thanks to his four assists and his incredible semi-final goal against France.
LALIGA’s dominance of the Golden Boy award
By winning this prize, Lamine Yamal continues the incredible run of LALIGA EA SPORTS players when it comes to the Golden Boy award. He is the fourth LALIGA footballer in a row to win it, after his Barça teammates Pedri and Gavi won it in 2021 and 2022, respectively, and after Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham claimed the honour in 2023.
Since the Golden Boy award was created in 2003, LALIGA EA SPORTS players have lifted it more than those from any other league. Lamine Yamal is the eighth player to receive this prize while playing in LALIGA EA SPORTS. The others have been: Lionel Messi (2005, FC Barcelona); Sergio Agüero (2007, Atlético de Madrid); Isco (2012, Málaga CF); João Félix (2019, Atlético de Madrid); Pedri (2021, FC Barcelona); Gavi (2022, FC Barcelona); and Jude Bellingham (2023, Real Madrid).
The 17-year-old is also the fifth Spaniard in history to be named the Golden Boy by the Tuttosport voters. In addition to the aforementioned Isco, Pedri and Gavi, the other Spaniard to claim this piece of hardware was Cesc Fàbregas, the La Masia graduate who won the prize in 2006 while with Arsenal. Fàbregas is one of six players to have been named the Golden Boy while playing for a club in the Premier League, which is the second-most successful competition in the history of this prize after the eight triumphs of LALIGA EA SPORTS players.
What’s more, even some of those who won the Golden Boy prize while playing for non-Spanish clubs have gone on to spend some time in LALIGA EA SPORTS. As well as Fàbregas, who went on to play for FC Barcelona, there was: Rafael van der Vaart, the 2003 winner with Ajax who later represented Real Madrid and Real Betis; Alexandre Pato, the 2009 winner with AC Milan who went on to play for Villarreal CF; Anthony Martial, the 2015 winner with Manchester United who had a loan spell with Sevilla FC; and Kylian Mbappé, the 2017 winner with PSG who now stars up front for Real Madrid.
In total, that means 13 of the 22 winners of the prize have spent at least part of their careers in the top division of Spanish football. That’s an incredible feat, and highlights how fans of Spanish football have been able to enjoy the world’s top emerging talents week in week out.

Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho joins seven other LALIGA stars in representing their nations as the AFCON qualifiers reach a thrilling finale

As the final round of CAF qualifiers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) kicks off this week, several African stars playing in LALIGA EA SPORTS will be trading their club jerseys for their national colours. With a chance to secure spots for their nations in the prestigious continental tournament, these players are bound to bring thrilling action on the international stage before they return to Spain’s top league.


Here’s a look at the LALIGA players set to shine in this month’s qualifiers and continue making waves throughout the 2024/2025 season.

Kelechi Iheanacho – Sevilla FC – Nigeria

A well-known talent in European football, Iheanacho is steadily becoming a reliable forward for Sevilla FC, where his goals in the Copa Del Rey and performances have helped shape key matches. For Nigeria, Iheanacho brings experience and creativity, adding depth to their attack. With over 50 caps for the Super Eagles and 15 goals, Nigerian fans will look forward to his contributions on the field as the team aims to secure a spot in AFCON.



Logan Costa – Villarreal CF – Cape Verde

Logan Costa has been a steady presence in Villarreal CF’s defence, contributing to his team’s remarkable top-four start in the league standings. At only 21 years of age, Costa has earned 19 caps for Cape Verde’s Blue Sharks. Representing his nation, he aims to bring the same defensive solidity with his physicality and strategic play highly valued. Fans in both Spain and Cape Verde will be watching his performances closely during the qualifiers.

Pape Gueye – Villarreal CF – Senegal

Senegal’s Pape Gueye has been a strong defensive midfielder for Villarreal CF this season, displaying consistency and the ability to break down opposition plays. For Senegal, he adds resilience to the midfield, complementing the team’s star-studded lineup. With his growing experience in LALIGA and the national team, Gueye is expected to be a key asset for the already qualified Senegal in next year’s tournament.

Nicolas Pépé – Villarreal CF – Ivory Coast

After joining Villarreal CF, Nicolas Pépé has brought speed and attacking flair to LALIGA, reminding fans of his past exploits across Europe. His versatility on the field, whether scoring or creating goal-scoring opportunities, has boosted Villarreal CF’s offensive power. For Ivory Coast, Pépé has earned over 35 caps, and his goal-scoring ability will be crucial as the team pushes to secure their spot in AFCON 2025.

Omar Mascarell – RCD Mallorca – Equatorial Guinea

RCD Mallorca’s Omar Mascarell has been a steady presence in midfield under new coach Jagoba Arrasate, known for his disciplined positioning and playmaking abilities. Representing Equatorial Guinea, Mascarell brings invaluable LALIGA experience to his national team, providing stability in the centre of the pitch. His skillset could be crucial in helping Equatorial Guinea secure the full 3 points needed to guarantee their qualification for the AFCON tournament

Flavien Enzo Boyomo – CA Osasuna – Cameroon

Enzo Boyomo has made his mark with CA Osasuna as an ever-present player at the heart of the defensive line since joining from Real Valladolid. For Cameroon, Boyomo’s defensive presence is vital, especially as they only need 3 points to qualify for the 2025 AFCON in Morocco. Despite being only 23, Boyomo’s performances in LALIGA have proven he’s up to the challenge of representing the Indomitable Lions on the international stage.

Reinildo Mandava – Atletico de Madrid – Mozambique

At Atletico de Madrid, Reinildo Mandava has become a key player in Diego Simeone’s defence and as one of Mozambique’s most celebrated players, Mandava brings experience and skill to his national team. With over 30 caps, his leadership will be pivotal as Mozambique attempts to qualify for AFCON 2025.

Djené Dakonam – Getafe CF – Togo

Djené Dakonam has long been a cornerstone of Getafe’s defence, earning respect across LALIGA for his resilience and defensive prowess. Since joining the club in 2017, he’s since become club captain and the club’s all-time record appearance holder. For Togo, Djené is a seasoned international with over 80 caps, regularly entrusted with keeping opposing attackers at bay. His experience and skill will be vital as Togo aims to secure maximum points in the upcoming qualifiers.

During the upcoming FIFA break, these players will take the field for their respective nations, giving LALIGA EA SPORTS fans the opportunity to watch their favourite stars on the international stage. From vital attackers to game-saving defenders, these African players bring a blend of club and international experience that could make all the difference in this final round of qualifiers. With so much at stake, this international break promises high-intensity action—and a preview of what these players will bring back to Spain when the league resumes.

On Saturday, Los Blancos will take on the last team to have celebrated a victory at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu.



Real Madrid are set to host Villarreal CF on Saturday in their bid to get back to winning ways after drawing 1-1 in the Madrid Derby against Atlético de Madrid on Sunday. Los Blancos conceded an equaliser late in second half stoppage time and missed out on the opportunity to trim LALIGA EA SPORTS leaders FC Barcelona’s lead to one point, following Barça’s 4-2 loss away at CA Osasuna on Matchday 8. Instead, Carlo Ancelotti’s side are currently three points off top spot. Meanwhile, Villarreal CF have gotten off to a solid start to the 2024/25 campaign, with El Submarino Amarillo pushing for European qualification after missing out on the European spots last season.

An entertaining match-up

Marcelino’s side are set to visit the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu in what promises to be an entertaining fixture between two teams who offer fans historically high-scoring fixtures when they face each other. As many as 26 goals have been scored in the last five duels between Real Madrid and Villarreal CF across all competitions, working out at 5.2 per game.

This includes last season’s wild 4-4 draw at the Estadio de la Cerámica. Arda Güler netted twice, with Joselu and Lucas Vázquez scoring a goal each before the break to give Los Blancos a 4-1 lead heading into the second half. However, Alexander Sørloth, who has now joined Atlético de Madrid, struck four times to help the hosts secure a 4-4 draw on Matchday 37 back in May.

The last team to win at the Bernabéu

Another memorable clash between the two sides took place on April 8th 2023, in the Spanish capital. There, Samuel Chukwueze bagged a brace to lead Villarreal CF to a 3-2 victory away from home. That was the last time Real Madrid suffered a defeat on home soil, with Los Blancos since going 28 league games and 38 matches across all competitions unbeaten at the Bernabéu.

Could that run be broken again? Well, Real Madrid have kicked off the season without dropping a single point in four games at home, but Villarreal CF have been equally impressive on the road. In fact, only FC Barcelona have managed to pick up more points than El Submarino Amarillo away from home this term.

Marcelino’s side remain undefeated on the road, having celebrated three 2-1 victories, at Sevilla FC, RCD Mallorca and RCD Espanyol, as well as one 1-1 draw despite going down to 10 players with 20 minutes to go away at Valencia CF. As for Real Madrid, they beat Real Valladolid (3-0), Real Betis (2-0), RCD Espanyol (4-1) and Deportivo Alavés (3-2) at the Bernabéu to record a perfect 12 points at home so far.

Los Blancos haven’t lost a single LALIGA EA SPORTS game for over a year, with their last defeat having taken place on September 24th 2023, at the Estadio Cívitas Metropolitano against Atlético de Madrid, a 3-1 loss. From that point on, Real Madrid have gone unbeaten for as many as 40 matches, having registered 29 victories and 11 draws in the league. In fact, this streak of 40 games without defeat is currently the second-longest in LALIGA history. It now remains to be seen if the last team that celebrated a win against Los Blancos at the Bernabéu can deal a similar blow to Carlo Ancelotti’s side on Saturday.

Former BBNaija stars, Elozonam and Diane Russet seemed to have rekindled their romance.

The lovebirds were captured in a public display of affection while shopping recently.

In the viral video and photos, Diane could be seen on Elozonam’s back as they cuddled and chatted, smiling into each other’s faces.

Their recent outing has elicited mixed reactions on social media, with many tipping them for a romantic relationship.

DAILY POST recalls that Elozonam and Diane serenaded fans with their onscreen chemistry during the Big Brother Naija ‘Pepper Dem’ season in 2019. However, their relationship hit the rocks shortly after the show.

During the show reunion, Elozonam said their relationship crashed because Diane was disrespectful.

Diane, on her part, claimed that Elozonam was unforgiving and he allowed friends to disrespect her.

Here is DAILY POST’s compilation of some of the reactions:

@posh_chinny “I loved their chemistry sooo muchhhhh in their season (cry emoji) I’m still rooting for you guys!!! (love emoji)”

@mbahmartha: “I hope it’s a project because if I was Elozonam I won’t go back to a girl that treated me like I was nothing.”

@kezi: “See how happy he looks after forgiving her, forgive today guys if she spins the block and comes back to you.”

@brown_tu.lip: “It’s obvious they are shooting… but then again we can see that chemistry”

@big7record “Abeg people that actually trying to make things work and keeping it out of social media, make una too try dey leave them alone (laughter emojis)”

@lush_sandy “Make them do marry time wait for nobody”

@veeystitches_fashion “I stan this ship (love emoji)”

https://dailypost.ng/2024/05/02/reactions-as-bbnaija-elozonam-diane-spark-relationship-rumours/

Winds of change are blowing over Edo State's political scene as the gubernatorial contest takes traction. Amidst the region's historical depth and cultural complexity, a thundering appeal for a 'new face' and a 'fresh start' in government takes centre stage. As the state prepares for a critical transition, Olumide Akpata's candidature emerges as a light of hope, signalling a revolutionary journey towards a progressive future.

Akpata's formative years trace back to his early education in Warri, Delta State, culminating in his legal studies at the University of Benin (UNIBEN), where he graduated in 1992. His legal acumen blossomed under the tutelage of the late Dr. Mudiaga Odje, SAN, OFR, in the firm of Dr. Mudiaga Odje & Co. in Warri, Delta State, before co-founding Templars in Lagos, now celebrating its 25th year, with his cousin Oghogho Akpata.

As the Senior Partner and Head of the Corporate & Commercial Practice Group at Templars, Akpata's extensive experience encompasses diverse practice areas, including Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Markets, Corporate Law, Labour & Employment, Immigration, Telecommunications, Media, Entertainment, Technology, and Regulatory Compliance.

Akpata's journey reflects a commitment to community engagement and grassroots activism—an ethos that underpins his bid for governance in Edo State. His transition from legal practice to the forefront of political candidacy signifies a departure from conventional corridors of power, epitomizing a readiness to forge a new trajectory for the state.

Rooted in a vision resonant with the aspirations of Edo's diverse populace, Akpata envisions a future founded on inclusivity, transparency, and responsiveness to the people's needs. His platform articulates a comprehensive plan addressing crucial issues, including robust infrastructure initiatives, reformed education systems, accessible healthcare, and economic growth strategies, emblematic of his transformative agenda for the state.

Akpata, who became the NBA president without the SAN title, showcases his adept strategic skills. He advocates for a governance model founded on inclusivity and transparency, pledging an administration centered on accountability and openness. This resonates strongly with a populace tired of opaque practices that sow distrust.

Beyond rhetoric, Akpata's track record of effecting positive change and contributing to community development stands testament to his capacity to navigate challenges and drive tangible outcomes—a crucial asset in steering Edo State towards unprecedented growth and progress.

In his candidacy, Akpata embodies more than a political contender—he represents a transformative movement embodying collective aspirations for a renaissance in leadership, symbolizing the dawn of a new era resonating with the pulse of Edo's communities.

As the campaign gathers momentum and the electorate envisions the future, the promise of a 'fresh face' at the helm—a visionary leader poised to effect substantial change—infuses hope and optimism for a brighter tomorrow within Nigeria's culturally rich heartland.

By Abhulimhen Ehizokhale.

CHI Limited has announced its partnership with Isolo Local Council Development Authority (LCDA) to rehabilitate road networks around the company’s vicinity in Isolo. This initiative will improve the condition of road infrastructure and have a positive impact on residents of the community as well as other road users who ply these critical roads on a daily basis.

As a socially responsible corporate organisation, CHI Limited prioritizes this road rehabilitation initiative to serve industrial & residential communities and takes cognizance of its importance to the development of the Nigerian economy.

The current road rehabilitation project is not the first CHI Limited is undertaking. In July 2018, the company partnered with the Isolo LCDA for the rehabilitation of roads within Ajao Estate.

Mr. Eelco Weber, Managing Director of CHI Limited, said the current road rehabilitation project is in line with the company’s commitment to positively impact the lives of the people in its immediate community.

“We believe that beyond manufacturing healthy fruit juices and value-added dairy that nourishes the body and enhances good health, we must also positively influence the development of the community we operate in”.

CHI Limited has announced its partnership with Isolo Local Council Development Authority (LCDA) to rehabilitate road networks around the company’s vicinity in Isolo. This initiative will improve the condition of road infrastructure and have a positive impact on residents of the community as well as other road users who ply these critical roads on a daily basis.



As a socially responsible corporate organisation, CHI Limited prioritizes this road rehabilitation initiative to serve industrial & residential communities and takes cognizance of its importance to the development of the Nigerian economy.


The current road rehabilitation project is not the first CHI Limited is undertaking. In July 2018, the company partnered with the Isolo LCDA for the rehabilitation of roads within Ajao Estate.



Mr. Eelco Weber, Managing Director of CHI Limited, said the current road rehabilitation project is in line with the company’s commitment to positively impact the lives of the people in its immediate community.

“We believe that beyond manufacturing healthy fruit juices and value-added dairy that nourishes the body and enhances good health, we must also positively influence the development of the community we operate in”.



“Partnering with the Isolo LCDA in the rehabilitation of these roads is one of such positive developments because it impacts the lives of the people by making these roads up to acceptable standards, reducing traffic bottlenecks, improving everyday journeys and boosting economic activities” he added.

The road rehabilitation project will be executed by Emmadokun Ventures, a civil engineering and construction firm and is expected to be completed in two weeks.

CHI Limited, A Member of the Coca-Cola Family, recently celebrated its International Women’s Day Event and it was marked with fanfare as CHI Limited appreciated female employees for their resilience and commitment to growing the company. In line with the Theme for this Year’s IWD, #EmbraceEquity, the company had a diverse panel comprised of accomplished speakers who shared invaluable insights on their professional and personal journeys.

In her opening remarks, CHI Limited Human Resources Director, Temitope Adedayo-Ojo, stated that the company is committed to driving diversity and inclusion through gender equity at the workplace. She used the occasion to unveil the Women’s Network at CHI Limited- “GREAT Rubies” which highlights the values that the women at CHI Limited represent.

Keynote Speaker, First Female Chairman of First Bank and Chief Executive Officer of The Chair Centre Group, Mrs. Ibukun Awosika, stated that equity is about evaluating what each person needs to succeed at their best. She noted that women represent about 50% of Nigeria’s population and undermining them will be detrimental to society. She charged women to identify their limitations, close the gap, take ownership of their career and value their journey.

Speaking further, she stressed that for organizations, it will take every single person, both male and female, to be at their best to make them succeed. She called for organizations to create an ecosystem that helps in getting value for the organization, while optimizing the potential of staff members through its provision of resources and platform.

Panelists at the event included, Mrs. Chinwe Iloghalu, General Manager, Fidelity Bank Plc; Mr. Bola Arotiowa, Sales Director, CHI Limited; Ms. Osayi Alile, CEO Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation, and Mrs. Neelam Gupta, Operations Manager, CHI Limited, who also lent their voices to the emerging drive for equity to all parties.

Mr. Bola Arotiowa encouraged women to be more assertive and present themselves within their place of interest as long as they are ready to get in the competitive market. Ms. Osayi Alile also encouraged ladies to equip themselves with relevant skillset while consciously creating their own brand identity as this will enable people listen when they speak, welcome their insights, and also recommend them for positions. She also spoke on the importance of building a tribe of mentors.

In support, Mrs. Chinwe Iloghalu, added that having a mentor early is crucial for success. She noted that at various stages women will require sponsors to speak out on their behalf in rooms they have no access to and put a word for them in the right places to facilitate their success. Mrs. Neelam Gupta re-echoed the same message previous speakers had reiterated, the message on equity must be consistent across board.

The colourful event which was held at the exquisite Hollandia Lounge within the company’s premises was attended by female employees, invited dignitaries and the media. CHI Limited is supportive of a gender inclusive workplace through its diverse and inclusive culture that promotes equity to forge unity, and help drive success for all.

International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.

Happy International Women’s Day to Every Woman

If you have kids at home, it is your responsibility as a parent or guardian to find healthy nutritional and functional beverages to add to their daily diet. However, when that beverage delivers a great taste that they love, it easily becomes their favourite.

This has been the story of Chivita Smart Malt Drink since its introduction last year into the Nigerian market. As the positive word on the brand spreads, Chivita Smart Malt Drink has become trendy, especially among children. It has become a favourite for kids’ lunchbox as they go about their day in school.

As a parent, your child’s lunchbox with Chivita Smart Malt Drink gives you the opportunity to provide them with extra nutrients they need for health and energy.

Children require a healthy source of daily nourishment to provide the stamina and energy to learn, play, and thrive , while they are out of your care during the day. Chivita Smart Malt Drink is rich in Vitamin A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12 and E, giving children the energy to learn and play, whilst also enjoying its great taste.

Mrs. Juliet Abidoye, a Physical Education teacher and mother of two, while sharing her experience stated that her love for Chivita products was what naturally moved her to try out the Chivita Smart Malt Drink when she first saw it in a neighbourhood store in 2022.
“Ever since, I have not stopped buying it for my kids. Children need a lot of energy & focus to pay attention in their classes. At the playground, they may participate in activities that require a lot of energy and need a healthy source of energy replenishment like Chivita Smart Malt Drink to ensure concentration and keep them energetic all through the day. Plus, my kids love the taste! It’s a win-win situation for us,” she said.

Mrs Martina Edet, a mother of two, stated that her children always drew her attention to Chivita Smart Malt Drink whenever they stopped by at the neighborhood kiosk on their way to school.

“At first I was curious about the product but gave in when I read about its value and positive feedback from other parents. I want my children to excel and do so with the right energy that Chivita Smart Malt Drink provides” she noted

According to CHI Limited Marketing Director, Mrs. Toyin Nnodi, the success of Chivita Smart Malt Drink is a testament of the company’s avowed commitment to creating innovative products that add value to the lives of Nigerians.

“We are naturally pleased to know that Chivita Smart Malt Drink is adding value to the lives of children who consume it. The growing popularity of the brand is a result of its beneficial source of energy to children to enable them to concentrate, learn, play and excel,” she said.

Chivita Smart Malt Drink is available in stores across Nigeria in a handy and convenient 125ml aseptic pack and retails at an affordable price of N80.

Former Vice President and Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar has appointed Prof. Usman Yusuf as Special Adviser on Community Engagement to the Atiku, Okowa Presidential Campaigns.

In a letter, personally signed by the PDP presidential candidate, Atiku charged Prof. Yusuf to use his vast experiences and contacts to effectively discharge the responsibilities of his office.

The Professor is by this appointment charged to provide Advisory services on community engagement related issues by identifying community-based organizations (C30s) for necessary interface with local communities, organizing creative programs and events regularly with relevant stakeholders of the local community with the goal of galvanizing support for the PDP candidate and ensuring victory in the election,.

He is also charged to build strong relationships with local community leaders, community-based organizations, gender and various age groups in the grassroots for the propagation of Atiku's plans and ideas so as to ensure acceptability and necessary support in the local communities.

Yusuf was the former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).

Recall that the Professor of haematology-oncology and bone marrow transplantation and an alumnus of Ahmadu Bello University had in an interview opined that it will be difficult for the All Progressives Congress, APC, presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu to campaign in the Southeast.

He had written several articles in support of the candidate of the PDP, Atiku Abubakar and has been generally seen as a strong supporter of the PDP candidate.

The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar is currently in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital.

Atiku who arrived at the Ibadan airport Thursday morning was welcomed into the city amid wild jubilation.

The former Vice President also visited the Olubandan palace before moving to the Mapo Hall, the venue of the presidential rally.

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The first step on the journey of wellness is a balance in our diet which is achievable by evaluating and taking advantage of readily available and affordable nutrient fillers. To this end, experts have recommended the regular consumption of fruit juice as a key ingredient to providing important nutrients for overall health and wellness.



This served as the backdrop of discussion for this year’s Chivita World Juice Day which was celebrated recently with the theme “Supporting Everyday Wellness”. This year’s edition which is the fourth in the series brought the benefits of fruit juice consumption to the centre stage of national discourse by highlighting its importance in complementing and enhancing a wholesome lifestyle.



Speaking in an interview to mark the day, Dr Olusola Malomo, an Assistant Chief Dietitian/Nutritionist with the Lagos State Health Service Commission stated that as humans we all desire a healthy life, and as such, rely heavily on the nutrients, vitamins and minerals derived from our daily food consumption to stay healthy.



Malomo noted that regardless of your motive for food consumption, be it for pleasure or remedy, one of the best measures to building and sustaining a healthy lifestyle is to regularly consume antioxidant-rich beverages such as 100% fruit juice.



“100% fruit juice has same nutritional value with natural fruits and is a valuable source of nutrients that are bioactive & can support the immune system by fighting free radicals and also reduce fatigue. Drinking a glass of 100% fruit juice daily can boost Vitamin C and folate intake and, by so doing, support the optimal functioning of the body’s immune system. It can also help lower inflammation and has a beneficial effect against cardiovascular diseases,” he added.



CHI Limited Marketing Director, Mrs. Toyin Nnodi, noted that there is a need for more Nigerians to embrace fruit juice consumption as daily intake of fruit juices fortifies the immune system and keeps the body hydrated.



“Fruit juices are impactful for people of all ages because the nutritional benefits apply to everyone. At this year’s edition of Chivita World Juice Day, we are underlining the health benefits of fruit juice consumption as a necessity for everyday wellness. Including a glass of fruit juice as part of your daily diet can help you unlock a healthier and more fruitful life,” she stated.


Commemorated on October 17th annually, the Chivita World Juice Day is a public interest initiative undertaken by CHI Limited, makers of the Chivita brand of fruit juices, to deepen conversations on the consumption of fruit juices, and thus enabling healthy living and happier lives for all Nigerians.

wo years ago, on this day, I shared a statement of sincere disappointment, anger, condemnation and pain. Two years after, that position has not changed. The sad memory of what happened is what we cannot wish away. There's still a compelling need for Police reforms incorporating State Police and justice for those who have suffered police brutality. I maintain the position expressed in this video broadcast on 20/10/20. Our children MUST be heard and provided with spaces to express themselves within the ambit of the law and given opportunities too. My heart is still shattered for the families who lost loved ones during the #endsars demonstration. I stand with all families still grieving from their loss. -AA

wo years ago, on this day, I shared a statement of sincere disappointment, anger, condemnation and pain. Two years after, that position has not changed. The sad memory of what happened is what we cannot wish away. There's still a compelling need for Police reforms incorporating State Police and justice for those who have suffered police brutality. I maintain the position expressed in this video broadcast on 20/10/20. Our children MUST be heard and provided with spaces to express themselves within the ambit of the law and given opportunities too. My heart is still shattered for the families who lost loved ones during the #endsars demonstration. I stand with all families still grieving from their loss. -AA

Consumers of SuperBite Premium Sausage Roll and Beefie Beef Roll are in for a more satisfying experience as their favourite brands now come in new, bigger and more filling 85g pack sizes. The new 85g pack sizes target consumers seeking to enjoy more of the irresistibly tasty SuperBite Premium Sausage Roll and Beefie Beef Roll.



The new and bigger 85g pack sizes join the 45g pack sizes to offer consumers the power of choice for satisfaction in either pack size, whether as a hunger stopper, gifts for loved ones and well-wishers, in-between-work meals, a lifesaver in traffic, and for entertaining guests during visits.



For commuters constantly on the move, the 85g pack sizes will provide more filling to keep them going as they achieve their daily goals. The SuperBite Premium Sausage Roll and Beefie Beef Roll 85g pack sizes come with same great taste consumers have always loved, more meat content, attractive packaging and can be enjoyed by people of all ages.



SuperBite is a premium beef sausage roll with a soft texture and unique cut-lines that releases its full flavour, allowing for easy consumption as well as a nutritious and satisfying snacking experience. Beefie Beef Roll is also popular for its hunger bursting chunky beef filling and size, which sets it apart from other snack rolls in the market.



CHI Limited Marketing Director, Mrs. Toyin Nnodi, said that the new SuperBite Premium Sausage Roll and Beefie Beef Roll 85g pack sizes were introduced to give consumers the power of choice for satisfaction in a pack size.



“We are delighted with the introduction of the SuperBite Premium Sausage Roll and Beefie Beef Roll 85g pack sizes and confident that it will offer more satisfying snacking experience and choice to everyone who has enjoyed the current pack size,” she said.



The 85g SuperBite Premium Sausage Roll and Beefie Beef Roll pack sizes retail for N100 and can be purchased from mobile vendors in traffic, CHI Shoppe, neighborhood kiosks and departmental stores across Nigeria.

What is N100 million naira worth to you? This amount of money could pay the fees for over 350 students in the Nigerian Law School today. It could pay for the hospital bills for at least 1,000 mothers, ensuring the safe delivery of their babies- In a country with the third highest rate of maternal deaths in the world, this is how I quantify money - in a very utilitarian way. I assume it is because I work for my money, that every naira I spend must produce value - even if it is spent on food that brings me joy, or a cold drink that quenches my thirst - every last naira in my pocket has a use, has a value, not just on what I spend it on, not just what it is worth to me - but its true value. The top 0.5% of Nigerians have a household income of N100,000 or over, that means that 99.5% of households have less than this. And if you're in the top 0.5% of the population? It will take over 83 years, at N100,000 a month, to afford the APC nomination form.



So now imagine my sheer confusion and horror on June 7 2022, as I watched 7 candidates step down for Bola Ahmed Tinubu - in what he later heralded as a ‘democratic exertion’. If you spend One Hundred Million Naira solely on a nomination form, how much does it cost you to step down? I am sure that Godswill Akpabio, Ibikunle Amosun, and I, do not share the same calculus - I would never dream of it. Perhaps they were bought, or perhaps they know some cost of standing up against the so-called lion of bourdillon. It was obvious watching the choreographed show at Eagle Square that uniting behind Tinubu is further proof of his autocratic nature, it was in no way a democratic exercise. If you read that line and thought, ‘what do you expect’ or that I’m revealing some naivety, please note that in always expecting the worst from Nigeria, all we have learnt is that there seems to be no low in how far this country can fall.



Both those who admire the man and those who detest him will tell you ‘Jagaban does not fight fair’ but now Jagaban is the frontrunner for President, and I find myself in the fight of my life.



Tinubu, in your acceptance speech, which I have read and sat with for a week, you use the word ‘democratic’. Why would the man who has had his hand on the throat of Lagos state and its institutions for over twenty years imply he believes in a democratic process? When Wikileaks sought to embarrass the US and expose their secrets they also exposed you, sir. When you chose Fashola to succeed you in Lagos you spoke behind closed doors not about his capacity to run the state, but of the man as a ‘faithful subordinate’. Yet as Lagosians we know you tried to cut his tenure short when he felt his loyalty to the people of Lagos, who elected him to represent them, preceded his loyalty to you. The requirements for being governor of Lagos - according to you - are loyalty and performance of your self-imposed duties. Who are you sir? I do not mean to engage with you or your supporters on your storied background- your alleged birth name, or birth date, or birth mother or education. I mean who do you think you are?



I Imagine whoever you choose as your running mate in the coming week will have already started the prayer and fasting for their protection to whatever deity they believe in - because history does not lie, and it does repeat itself. Your deputies never fare well. Your first deputy while governor of Lagos, Senator Kofoworola Bucknor- Akerele resigned after your first term in office calling you a ‘dictator’ and ‘mafia don’ who had amassed a *stupendous* amount of wealth. Of course the claims of Mafia Don are a callback to your time under surveillance in America and your court case in relation to the smuggling of heroin and your buying of property with the use of money earned through drug smuggling - but we can come to that later.



Femi Pedro, who served as Senator Bucknor-Akerele’s replacement also came to the most unfortunate fate - impeached at your behest so that he would not receive a dime of state pension owed him. This starvation left Pedro acting disgraceful,[1] after trying to take it to court in 2011 and having his case thrown out, his impeachment was only invalidated after coming to you begging like a homeless pauper. We need not infer this, because the Lagos State House of Assembly members who believed their primary role was to do your bidding came out and said “Pedro has shown much remorse and obedience, let’s pardon him to have his sanity back.”[2] Remorse, Obedience to the master - the defining factor in Lagos politics. Femi Pedro was impeached on the grounds of “insubordination and betrayal of trust and confidence” but you, the man who holds no ‘grievances or grudges’ as you so kindly noted in your acceptance speech, 8 years later, accepted him back into the fold, since then he has continued to follow about dutifully, casting his ballot at Eagle square as an APC delegate, no doubt, voting for the Mafia Don that broke his spine.



Logic dictates how you have strangled Lagos is how you intend to strangle the whole of Nigeria. You want us all to be Femi Pedro, hungry, destitute and in need of you, obedient to you.[3] But I am not a slave, I am a citizen, and so I must speak, lest you kill me and claim I enjoyed it. Have you tell it,our screams in Lagos are songs of praise for the all mighty lion - the lion who has sharpened his claws on our bones and now wishes to devour our children.



It is not your turn Tinubu, it is Nigeria’s turn.



Let us return to the speech - where you promise to build upon the foundations that Buhari has laid - in saner climes that would be viewed as a death threat to the general population. Under Buhari, Nigeria experienced its deepest recession in 25 years, the rising cost of food is untenable, food inflation rose to 18.37% in April and staple foods have now become luxury items. The money I could use to feed my family when Buhari entered power I can hardly use to feed just myself today. The World Bank has noted that Nigeria’s economy under President Muhammadu Buhari was worse than what it used to be 10 years ago, but we don’t need experts to tell us about our lived experience. The economy is in tatters - everyone living outside of the privileged bubble you reside in knows that. Yet you threaten us with a continuation of the status quo. “Emi lo kan”, you say, When will it be Nigeria’s turn?



At least 10million children are out of school, and ASUU strikes leave the youth of our country floundering, in the dark, striving to survive inspite of the willfull incompetence and wickedness of the men in power. Yet, your speech ignored this and spoke about the Zamfara Gold deposits- promising youths ‘jobs’. Surely, it mustn't be the one controlled by the black market and the Nigerian military? Perhaps in your free time you have discovered another one.



Nigeria's technology sector has grown in spite of the government’s involvement and not because of it. At every stage, the government has positioned themselves as roadblocks to the success of innovative, hardworking, and intelligent youths. When Tinubu speaks of building on Buhari’s foundations- does he mean the practice of freezing the accounts of Nigerian fintechs and harassing their executives into exile? A US report from foreign owned businesses[5] in 2003 claimed that Private investors were not ‘bullish’ on Lagos because ‘many claim that they have been requested to contribute to the governor in order to have projects move forward’ the governor of course, being Tinubu - this was twenty years ago, and you're asking for the keys to the whole country after mismanaging the golden egg for nearly thirty years.



I see how you and your ilk are preparing to syphon off the hard work of young Nigerians. Instead of proposing to build the infrastructure, security and economic stability required to facilitate growth in these areas. How many pockets must your hands enter before you are satisfied? The thought of Alpha Beta on a national level is cause for worry. It is no secret in the Fintech and finance community that but for the stranglehold of Tinubu and the monopoly of Alpha beta on the purse strings of Lagos state, (since the beginning of the fourth republic!) fintechs would have greatly increased our revenue generation. The monopoly of Alpha beta and the greed of one man has denied the average Lagosian of improved healthcare or a better intermodal transport system. Somehow during the EndSARS protests, the only court to burn to the ground in Lagos - the court in Igbosere- was the Courthouse that Housed the Alpha-Beta Complaint against Tinubu. Still, when young people were shot at the Lekki Tollgate, Tinubu said “Those who suffered casualty during the gunshots need to answer some questions” and called his current lapdog - the 56year old governor of lagos Babajide Sanwo-Olu- a “youth”. This asinine thinking, that a man who has spent over half a century on this earth is a youth- is probably the same line of thinking that has convinced the geriatric Tinubu he is fit for office.



Yet Tinubu calls himself enlightened - Does Tinubu appear to anyone as a rational, modern, and well-informed candidate ? Can a man in his 70s who views a 56yr old man old enough to be someone's grandfather as a youth, offer us a modern outlook which centres our current realities? Tinubu who stood on stage and told us his solution to insecurity in the country was to recruit 50 million youths into the Nigerian Army, and feed them cassava and corn. The worst part for me watching that is that the sycophants around him clapped wildly as a response to that statement and smiled. No one thought to say, that it was a stupid idea? An idea a 15 yr old in secondary school would not submit in his politics exam is the idea a presidential candidate is offering in all seriousness as a solution to our problems!



What is most frightening about Tinubu's statements are that although his public remarks display infantile thinking by the man, his prepared statements reveal that the team is filled with dimwitted sycophants. That is why the governor of Lagos has left Lagos on autopilot and turned himself into the shekere in a travelling band - singing the gospel of Tinubu from one place to another. It seems for the governor of Lagos, a whole state governor, loyalty to the Mafia Don is more important than integrity or carrying out his job. We are in such a stranglehold that Sanwo-Olu is not even bothered with his own campaign for governor. Sanwo, nigbawo ni e ti ri eko gbeyin?



Not only does Tinubu wish to turn Nigeria's presidential office into a retirement home for geriatric men - he wants us to fund his palliative care. In his acceptance speech Tinubu speaks of the future, yet his mind, body, and style of rule are firmly rooted in the past. According to Tinubu, it is his ‘turn’ to rule, the office of president is something he believes he is entitled to. According to Tinubu it is not time for progress, it is not time for growth, it is not time for security, it is not time for a working economy, it is not time to stem the fleeing of young nigerians, it is not time for us to emerge from these dark ages, it is simply Tinubu’s time to be president.



Tinubu wishes to continue this culture of state sponsored terror and state sponsored hardship Nigerians have been experiencing. In 2003, his final year as governor, he forced through a pension law that, among other things, provides him with a house in Lagos and Abuja, six cars to be replaced every three years and new furniture every two years, as well as a cook, steward, gardener, and other household help, all to be paid for by Lagos State. Yet it is estimated that over 12 million households in Lagos state pay more than 50 per cent of their yearly income on housing. Has it not passed the point where we say enough is enough?



The budget size of Lagos State is larger than the budget of many countries in Africa - yet what do we have to show for it - dilapidated and congested road system; massive flooding, decaying infrastructure, insecurity, and our own ‘Royal Family’. His daughter is the Iya-Oloja of Lagos, His son controls the billboards in the state (including the billboard that was shut off before the shooting began on October 20, 2020), His Wife is a senator for the state - yet to my astonishment Tinubu spoke of anti-corruption as he accepted his nomination to be the APC Flagbearer (and literally could not hold up the flag).



Even if one could argue that Tinubu is not corrupt, not incompetent, not autocratic, not an emperor, not vindictive, even if you could convince yourself of these things - he is still a geriatric regressive entitled old man with no plan for the country. The stakes are too high and the waters in this country are too turbulent for us to hand our future to someone without a steady hand. Now is not the time to gamble with our lives, as the world economy experiences stagnation and we hear warnings of a world recession looming. We cannot allow a man who is neither mentaly or physically fit for the task at hand to lead us.



Nigerians please, it is OUR time.



Abdulhamid Bakare write from Abuja

Nigeria’s leading dairy brand, Hollandia, has held its much anticipated second edition of the Hollandia Dairy Day celebration in Lagos. The annual event has become a major platform & reference for the promotion of national discourse around dairy consumption and its health benefits to consumers of all ages.

This year’s event was graced by participants across health, nutrition experts and a renowned food blogger sharing insights on the benefits of dairy consumption as well as exciting dairy recipes.

This year’s event theme, “Dairy Nourishment to Support Healthy Living”, expanded on last year’s focus by emphasizing the health benefits of dairy products and the importance of including them in daily meals.

In his welcome speech, the Managing Director of CHI Limited, Mr. Eelco Weber, stated that for the second year in a row, Hollandia is at the forefront of driving national conversations to highlight the health benefits of dairy consumption in our everyday meals.

“This year’s theme “Dairy Nourishment to Support Healthy Living” presents a unique opportunity to challenge stereotypes, reshape our understanding, and prioritize positive attitudes around dairy consumption,” he said.

One of the Guest Speakers and resident doctor at the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Yaba, Dr. Obatomi Alalade, delivering his presentation titled “Dairy Products and Cognitive function” drew the link between dairy consumption and improved cognitive functions.

“For example, the presence of Calcium and Vitamin D in milk supports the healthy cognitive functions in human,” he stated.

Patience Madubuko, also a guest speaker and Chief Dietitian at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital delivering her presentation titled “The Role of Dairy in Addressing the Burden of Malnutrition” decried the relatively low consumption figures for dairy intake in Nigeria.


“Dairy consumption is critical for helping to resolve the burden of malnutrition in Nigeria because of its essential nutritional components that spur the growth and development of the body when consumed daily,” she added.

The Hollandia Dairy Day Celebration is a public interest initiative created to highlight the importance of dairy in everyday nutrition and healthy living in Nigeria.

Leading Juice brand, Chivita, consistently prides itself on innovation, prioritizing consumers’ expectations as well as their need for health, nutrition and refreshment with the best quality juices.



In essence, whether the occasion calls for indulgent taste, distinctive refreshment, rejuvenation, enablement for active health or preference for fruit juice made from natural ingredients with no artificial colour, preservatives & flavours, there is a Chivita to guarantee satisfaction.



Chivita comes in exciting variants and varying pack sizes such as 1 litre, 500ml, 315ml, 125ml, 90ml and the cool 330ml cans that are stylish, convenient, affordable and accessible to every category of consumers. Chivita can be enjoyed at home, on-the-go, at work, in school, on the playground and during moments of leisure and relaxation.



To raise consumer consciousness to the various offerings by Chivita, a brand-new campaign tagged “Everyone has a Chivita” will be launched across multiple platforms such as TV, Radio, out of home sites, digital and print, from the 8th of March, to reinforce category leadership of Chivita in Juices, Nectar and Still Drinks category.



Known for its high quality, health and nutrition, Chivita includes Chivita 100%, Chivita Active, Chi Exotic Nectar, Happy Hour by Chivita, Chivita Ice Tea and very recently, Chivita Smart Malt Drink - which is uniquely positioned to give children all the energy they require to learn and play.



The award-winning Chivita 100% Fruit Juice is a 100% fruit juice produced from real natural fruits with no added sugar, artificial colours or preservatives. While Chivita Active is a smart and tasty way to get the right dose of antioxidants and stamina for an active, healthy lifestyle.



Chi Exotic variants are a range of rich, unique fruity blends that offer irresistible taste and distinctive nourishment, making it ideal for indulgence and relaxation.



Happy Hour by Chivita is rated the fastest growing juice brand with innovative variants that keep consumers refreshed. while Chivita Ice Tea is the perfect beverage for rejuvenation and provides valuable nutrients required by the body.



CHI Limited Marketing Director, Mrs Toyin Nnodi, stated that the objective of the “Everyone has a Chivita” campaign is to remind consumers of the high quality, nourishing and fruity goodness that the innovative Chivita brand provides to meet their varying needs.

The season of festivities is here, and the aura of fervour is seen in its celebrations. To ring in the festive season, CHI Limited has launched its Christmas campaign in addition to the unveiling of its special edition Christmas packs to connect with consumers and deepen affinity for its brands.

The special edition Christmas design is currently out on the Hollandia Yoghurt Strawberry, Hollandia Yoghurt Plain Sweetened, Chi Exotic Multifruita, Chi Exotic Pineapple Coconut, and Happy Hour Orange Safari, all in 1 Litre packs. They can be enjoyed by families and friends, and are also ideal for sharing in hampers and as gifts during the festive season.

The CHI Limited Christmas campaign, currently on Television, Radio, Out-of-Home displays, and Digital platforms, brightens the mood of the season and reinforces its brands as the healthy and preferred choice for nourishment, moments of relaxation, indulgence, and merriment this festive season.

As part of the Christmas campaign, a social media promo tagged “A CHI-eerful Christmas” to reward loyal consumers with Christmas hampers is also currently going on via its social media handles on Facebook and Instagram. To stand a chance to win prizes, participants are required to follow the social media handles and share a one-minute video stating 12 reasons why they are “CHI-eerful” this season. The promo runs till the 13th of December.

Brand Manager, Yoghurts & Others, Bose Ogunyemi, in a statement said that the festive season is filled with times of joy, celebration and indulgence so it was necessary to create special edition packs that reflects this.

“We are delighted to offer juices and dairy products across our brands that will help make this festive season enriching and special. The Special Edition packs are our way of showing that satisfying our consumers remains a key consideration of our innovations, and the Christmas campaign offers reasons to be cheerful and enables consumers spread the cheer this festive season,” she state

Nigeria’s leading drinking yoghurt brand, Hollandia Yoghurt, is renewing its connection with consumers in Northern Nigeria as the favourite drinking yoghurt brand for wholesome nourishment.



Consumption of drinking yoghurt is very popular and well embraced amongst consumers in Northern Nigeria irrespective of time, season, or demographics. It is also widely consumed as part of the cuisine of several ethnic groups in Northern Nigeria. It is therefore very fitting that the favourite yoghurt brand Hollandia Yoghurt renews its connection with the consumers.



With the launch of its latest communication campaign tagged “Always Tradition, Always Hollandia Yoghurt”, Hollandia Yoghurt celebrates the deep connection of the Northern consumers with tradition, love and friendship. The campaign contextualizes the local needs and way of life of consumers through their moments of wholesome nourishment. Be it in moments of replenishment from a very humid day in Sokoto, Katsina, Bornu or Kano, Hollandia Yoghurt provides the wholesome nourishment for active replenishment and revitalizing energy that keeps you positively recharged to be at your best for the day.



For a people renowned for their general outlook on communality, the Hollandia Yoghurt 1Ltr pack encourages sharing, bonding and wholesome nourishment to every gathering, at home or at parties. The 500ml pack is for individual enjoyment for satiety and relaxation. The 90ml value pack provides the perfect drink to accompany children’s food packs as they head off to school.



Hollandia Yoghurt can also be enjoyed with your favourite local snack like Masa, Gurasa, Dan Wake and Kilishi as a tasty treat. It is available in affordable pack sizes.



CHI Limited Marketing Director, Mrs. Toyin Nnodi, encouraged consumers across Northern Nigeria to continue to enjoy their favourite drinking yoghurt for its high quality, delicious taste and wholesome nourishment for active replenishment.



“We know that Hollandia Yoghurt continues to fit into the local consumption need and way of life of our esteemed consumers across Northern Nigeria. Hollandia Yoghurt offers quality nutritional benefits, convenience as well as value, and we are glad that positive consumer perception of the brand is driving its market leadership in the region,” she said.



Hollandia Yoghurt is available in two variants of Plain Sweetened and Strawberry, and it comes in five different pack sizes of 1Ltr, 500ml, 315ml, 180ml and 90ml.

Leading fruit juice brand, Chivita has held its 3rd Annual Chivita World Juice Day. This year’s edition of the event provided the platform to educate and encourage consumers to be focused in taking control of their own well-being with fruit juices as part of their daily nutrition for wellness.

It was also an opportunity to showcase creative expressions with Chivita fruit juices from mixologists, availing discerning consumers the license to create their own exciting recipes and experience the combos to boost their health their way.

The theme for this year’s edition of the event, “Fruit Juice: Powering my Health My Way”, calls on consumers to step forward and be involved in taking practical steps in lifestyle modifications, self awareness and choosing to consume food and drinks that enhance daily nutrition by actively including fruit juices to boost their health and well-being, but most importantly, achieving this on their own terms.

In her welcome speech, the Marketing Director of CHI Limited, Mrs. Toyin Nnodi stated that the focus for this year’s Chivita World Juice Day was to challenge consumers to take control of their health on their own terms by including fruit juices as a part of their daily nutrition for wellness.

“In partnership with health and nutrition experts who will share their perspectives on boosting wellness with consumption of fruit juice as part of our daily health routine, this year’s Chivita World Juice Day event also provides a platform to encourage delightful creativity with mixologists demonstrating new and exciting recipes of mocktails, mixes and blends with Chivita brands to boost your health,” she said.

One of the Guest Speakers and a Senior Dietitian at the Lagos University Teaching, Ms. Patience Chimah in her presentation stated that while health & well-being have emerged as a key focus for consumers in the COVID-19 era, it was important for consumers to take proactive lifestyle steps to promote wellness. “One great way to achieve this is through a daily nutrition that includes the consumption of fruit juices like Chivita because of its nutritional & health benefits that boosts wellness,” she stated.

The Annual Chivita World Juice Day is a public interest initiative undertaken by CHI Limited, makers of the Chivita brand of fruit juices, to deepen conversations on the consumption of fruit juices, and thus enabling healthy living and happier lives for all Nigerians.

Nigeria’s leading drinking yoghurt brand, Hollandia Yoghurt, is renewing its connection with consumers in Northern Nigeria as the favourite drinking yoghurt brand for wholesome nourishment.



Consumption of drinking yoghurt is very popular and well embraced amongst consumers in Northern Nigeria irrespective of time, season, or demographics. It is also widely consumed as part of the cuisine of several ethnic groups in Northern Nigeria. It is therefore very fitting that the favourite yoghurt brand Hollandia Yoghurt renews its connection with the consumers.



With the launch of its latest communication campaign tagged “Always Tradition, Always Hollandia Yoghurt”, Hollandia Yoghurt celebrates the deep connection of the Northern consumers with tradition, love and friendship. The campaign contextualizes the local needs and way of life of consumers through their moments of wholesome nourishment. Be it in moments of replenishment from a very humid day in Sokoto, Katsina, Bornu or Kano, Hollandia Yoghurt provides the wholesome nourishment for active replenishment and revitalizing energy that keeps you positively recharged to be at your best for the day.



For a people renowned for their general outlook on communality, the Hollandia Yoghurt 1Ltr pack encourages sharing, bonding and wholesome nourishment to every gathering, at home or at parties. The 500ml pack is for individual enjoyment for satiety and relaxation. The 90ml value pack provides the perfect drink to accompany children’s food packs as they head off to school.



Hollandia Yoghurt can also be enjoyed with your favourite local snack like Masa, Gurasa, Dan Wake and Kilishi as a tasty treat. It is available in affordable pack sizes.



CHI Limited Marketing Director, Mrs. Toyin Nnodi, encouraged consumers across Northern Nigeria to continue to enjoy their favourite drinking yoghurt for its high quality, delicious taste and wholesome nourishment for active replenishment.



“We know that Hollandia Yoghurt continues to fit into the local consumption need and way of life of our esteemed consumers across Northern Nigeria. Hollandia Yoghurt offers quality nutritional benefits, convenience as well as value, and we are glad that positive consumer perception of the brand is driving its market leadership in the region,” she said.



Hollandia Yoghurt is available in two variants of Plain Sweetened and Strawberry, and it comes in five different pack sizes of 1Ltr, 500ml, 315ml, 180ml and 90ml.

Since its introduction into the Nigerian market, Hollandia Lactose Free Milk has been at the forefront of educating consumers on the challenges of lactose sensitivity, striking at the heart of the leading cause of dairy wariness - Lactose Intolerance.

With the aim of creating a community of consumers making conscious decisions on lactose sensitivity, Hollandia Lactose Free Milk is driving conversations across multiple engagement platforms in a creative, simple and relatable manner, delivering key messages of a wholesome healthy experience.

The brand is creating awareness with advertisement on Out of Home platforms, as well as activities in the digital space educating consumers on the challenges of lactose intolerance, the benefits of milk and proffering solutions.

Only recently, the issue of Lactose Intolerance was one of the focal points of discussion during the Hollandia Dairy Day Conference in May. Mrs. Amaka Nwaora, a nutrition consultant and Speaker at the conference stated that lactose intolerance is an impaired ability to digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and other dairy products.

She noted that while lactose intolerance is not dangerous, its symptoms like abdominal pain, bloating, flatulence, nausea, and diarrhea can be distressing. Mrs. Nwaora encouraged lactose sensitive consumers not to avoid milk because of its numerous health benefits but to explore lactose free milk like Hollandia Lactose Free Milk to eliminate this discomfort.

With a high number of lactose sensitive consumers, it is unusual that there are so few lactose free milk products to choose from, further highlighting the importance of Hollandia’s offering.

Hollandia Lactose Free Milk, the only Ready-to-Drink (RTD) lactose free milk in Nigeria, is a 100% lactose free easy-to-digest milk which contains Calcium and essential Vitamin D for strong bones and teeth development.

It is also a rich source of Vitamin A, B-Vitamins, Vitamin E, and Protein which support a healthier immune system. Hollandia Lactose Free Milk is a great tasting milk that is ideal for direct consumption, or use with beverages and milk-complementary meals.

CHI Limited Marketing Director, Mrs. Toyin Nnodi, stated that the brand will continue to explore platforms to create awareness on lactose sensitivity and engage consumers with interest to take action.

“Many people avoid dairy because of lactose intolerance concerns. Our message is simple, Hollandia Lactose Free Milk offers a wholesome healthy experience without discomfort. You can safely choose Hollandia Lactose Free Milk and still enjoy all the taste and nutritious goodness of milk to meet your body’s need,” she stated.

Milk is one of the most nutritious foods, and this explains why it remains a popular choice for people of all ages. However, as consumer lifestyles evolves, so will their desire for milk targeted at meeting their specific needs for healthy dairy nourishment and nutrition they need.

In her presentation during this year’s Hollandia Dairy Day Conference, Cynthia Onyekwere, a Senior Dietitian at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital stated that milk is a wholesome food which contains vitamins & minerals for healthy bones and teeth, muscle health, boosting body immunity and rehydration.

She stated that consumers should take milk daily to meet their nutritional needs and even adapt the partially skimmed milk option like Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk for nutrition conscious consumers because it also contains all the nourishing benefits of milk to ensure optimal health.

Laide Benson, a school teacher in Lagos noted that since the introduction of Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk, she has adopted the milk to suit her nutritional needs. She stated that despite her initial hesitation to go for the milk, it has been rewarding so far.

“Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk has rekindled my relationship with milk in a nutrition conscious manner. It is also a creamy and tasty complement for my tea, coffee, hot chocolate, as well as other food, without feeling like I am sacrificing taste and creamy flavour,” she added.

Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk contains essential vitamins & minerals such as Calcium, Magnesium and Phosphorus. Calcium is the primary source of promoting and maintaining healthy teeth and bones.

Magnesium is essential to ensure the proper functioning of the heart and blood pressure regulation. Vitamins B2 & B12 improve your energy level & body growth, while Vitamin D3 promotes healthy nervous system & improves brain function.

Brand Manager, Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk, Ademola Mafikuyomi, stated that Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk will continue to appeal to consumers looking for a partially skimmed milk with high nutritional value.


“Although more consumers are now opting for Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk, it is important to note that Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk is a partially skimmed nourishing and healthy milk with high Calcium. It is a great source of healthy nutrition for those who desire the goodness of milk with their varying diet,” he said.

Chi Exotic has launched a new mixology campaign to showcase numerous exotic mocktail recipes that are sure to excite, inspire, delight, and encourage consumers to explore creative ways to mix and enjoy their great tasting Chi Exotic fruit juice nectar brand.

Whether relaxing at home, hanging out with friends, or celebrating a special occasion, exotic drinks are always in style. In partnership with a Mixologist, Chi Exotic developed a series of videos that showcase a range of easy-to-prepare mocktail drinks. The different recipes are easy to replicate and consumers can try any of them at home to derive that exotic taste they always love.

The great-tasting mocktails include Chi Exotic Sunset, Fruity Chivita Mocktail, Exotic Ginger-Orange, Oliver Twist by Chivita, Chi Exotic Passion-Berry, and Exotic Passion Magnito, and can be reviewed on the Chi Exotic brand’s social media pages. Consumers are encouraged to follow the brand’s social media pages (YouTube, Facebook and Instagram: @ChivitaJuices) to experience the delightful recipes and get inspiration for their exotic drinks for every occasion.

Marketing Director for CHI Limited, Toyin Nnodi, stated that the Chi Exotic mixology campaign is one of the creative ways the brand seeks to engage and inspire consumers, by showing them easy-to-prepare mocktail recipes using their favourite Chi Exotic variants.

“Although the campaign showcases the lead Chi Exotic Pineapple Coconut variant in the videos, consumers should remember that their favourite Mocktails can also be made using the other Chi Exotic variants, Multifruita and Mango. We are confident that as consumers get inspired by the campaign, they will continue to enjoy the unique, exciting, and superior taste of the Chi Exotic range of variants in their favourite mocktail drinks during any occasion” she stated.

Chi Exotic Pineapple Coconut Nectar is available in 1Litre, 500ml, 315ml, 150ml and 330ml Cans, while Chi Exotic Mango Nectar and Chi Exotic Multifruita Nectar are available in 1Litre packs.

They say practice makes perfect, and that is certainly true when it comes to cooking. Cooking meals at home alone or with your family and friends on a regular basis will help refine your skills and offer an opportunity to indulge in exciting meals. In view of this, families can look forward to a return for the second season of Mercy’s Menu, an online reality cooking show hosted by versatile actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie in partnership with leading evaporated milk brand, Hollandia Evap Milk.



The show which premiered on August 12, will feature exclusive content for audiences, including quick, easy, exciting meal recipes and helpful cooking tips in 8 weekly episodes. The Mercy Menu show promises to be lots of fun to watch and will feature her intimate experience of cooking with some of your favourite celebrities as guests, including Maryam Apaokagi (popularly known as Taaooma), Funke Akindele Bello and Mary Remmy Njoku.



It will be aired on Mercy Johnson-Okojie and Hollandia Evap Milk’s Facebook, Instagram and YouTube pages every Thursday. Three viewers will have the opportunity to win exciting prizes every week through participation in a special social media trivia contest highlighted during the show.



Mercy’s Menu is designed to enhance Hollandia Evap Milk’s bond with consumers by inspiring them with exciting meal recipes for their everyday lifestyle. It is also a platform to reiterate Hollandia Evap Milk’s nurturing and nourishing health benefits to every member of the family.



Hollandia Evap Milk is a creamy, tasty, nourishing, all-rounder evaporated milk and contains the right nutrients for a healthy breakfast. Hollandia Evap Milk is rich in B-vitamins, Calcium and Vitamin D.



Brand Manager, Hollandia Evap Milk, Ademola Mafikuyomi, said that cooking connects people in many ways. The Mercy’s Menu show will offer families the choice of culinary tips, exciting meals, fun & nourishing moments



“We are here to bring joy to families and friends with easy recipes and activities that will help them make the most of the season, and who better than Mercy Johnson-Okojie to share her take on classic recipes to remind us all of how much fun we can have together in the kitchen,” he said.



Award-winning actress, Mercy Johnson-Okojie, expressed delight at the opportunity and stated that “it is incredibly important to enjoy every single moment with the people you love by inspiring them to enjoy simple pleasures like cooking with the support and right nourishment from Hollandia Evap Milk.”


Hollandia Evap Milk is available in 60g, 120g and 190g pack sizes, and can be purchased at CHI Shoppes, departmental stores, neighborhood kiosks, markets, as well as supermarkets across Nigeria.

Nigeria’s leading fruit juice brand, Chivita, has launched a new communication campaign tagged Chivita with Meals. The campaign is designed to inspire consumers to continue enjoying the quality nourishment Chivita juices provide, and to associate Chivita with everyday meal moments through consumption of Chivita with their meals in-home or out of home.

The range of Chivita juices (Chivita 100%, Chivita Active, Chi Exotic, Happy Hour by Chivita, and Chivita Ice Tea) are a great combination of taste and nourishment which complement your everyday meals. The Chivita with Meals campaign therefore aligns with the popular trend amongst Nigerians who enhance their everyday dining experiences by complementing great tasting meals with nourishing beverages.

Complementing Chivita fruit juices, specifically anyone of the range of Chivita 100% healthy variants, with your breakfast meals is a good way to kick-start your mornings, as these products are packed with essential vitamins and minerals to boost your overall health. Drinking any of the Chivita fruit juices, for example Chivita Active or Happy Hour by Chivita, is a great way to finish off your meals & snacks.

Deployed across different communication channels including Print, Digital, and Out of Home, the Chivita with Meals campaign will be executed in different cities and regions across the country. The visually stimulating images showing different, familiar meals which appeal and connect with the culture, traditions and ethnicity of the diverse Nigerian population.

The Chivita with Meals images have been mostly paired with 2 favourite products from the Chivita family – Chi Exotic and Chivita Ice Tea. According to Brand Manager, Mr. Oladapo Olanrewaju, “we developed our exciting communication in response to consumer feedback that tells us these 2 flavours are consumer favourites for pairing with meals, which gives them that great, pleasurable meal experience every day.”

Chivita range of fruit juices – Chivita 100%, Chivita Active, Chi Exotic, Happy Hour by Chivita, and Chivita Ice Tea – are the number one choice of fruit juices for Nigerian consumers. Not only are Chivita juices great tasting fruit juice beverages, they are also a daily source of nourishment, rejuvenation and refreshment, to individuals and Nigerian families.

Speaking on the newly launched campaign, CHI Limited Marketing Director, Mrs. Toyin Nnodi, stated that, “The Chivita With Meals campaign aims to reinforce the fact that Chivita is the perfect fruit juice complement for your daily meals.”

“The Chivita with Meals campaign reminds health conscious consumers that Chivita has a range of healthy and nutritious fruit juice options that complement their daily meals and snacks. Any one of our Chivita fruit juices with your meal not only delights your taste buds, but also contributes to boosting your immunity and supporting your goal towards achieving good, optimum health,” she said.

CHI Limited has unveiled Chivita Active Zest, a new and exciting sub-brand under the Chivita Active franchise. The launch intends to disrupt the mid-pack segment of the juice category by fulfilling the growing consumer demand for a healthy on-the-go beverage to support their active lifestyle without compromising on great taste, convenience, and enhanced nourishment.

Chivita Active Zest comes in a premium 330ml Can format, and it is made from a mix of citrus fruits with all-natural ingredients, no artificial preservatives, and flavours.

Additionally, Chivita Active Zest is fortified with vitamin C for immunity support, is a good source of vitamin B1 and D3 for faster body metabolism. Chivita Active Zest also contains calcium for optimum bone health, making it a smart choice to get the right dose of essential vitamins and minerals for a healthy active life on the go.

The new Chivita Active Zest 330ml Can exudes confidence and style, and appeals to the youth, providing satisfaction and refreshment away from home in line with changing lifestyle trends.

CHI Limited Marketing Director, Mrs. Toyin Nnodi, stated that the new Chivita Active Zest premium 330ml Can is designed to provide a healthy and natural on-the-go option for trendy consumers desirous of a beverage option that compliments their non-stop active lifestyle.

“We are excited to introduce the new Chivita Active Zest in a premium 330ml Can that guarantees ease of handling and appeal, which makes it a format of choice for young consumers. In addition, with its all-natural ingredients, we are confident Chivita Active Zest will connect with trendy consumers as the preferred on-the-go beverage companion of choice for a healthy active life,” she said.

Leading dairy brand, Hollandia, has held the maiden edition of its Hollandia Dairy Day. This event is a public interest initiative undertaken by CHI Limited, makers of the Hollandia brand, to raise awareness about the nutritious value of dairy products and how daily consumption plays a key role in achieving optimum health.

The theme for this year’s event, “Dairy Nourishment to Support Healthy Living”, was informed by the need to highlight the role dairy consumption plays in our everyday nourishment.

Speaking, the Head of Legal/Public Affairs & Corporate Communications, CHI Limited, Mr. Israel Dan’Auta, drew attention to the low dairy consumption figures in Nigeria and stressed the need for daily dairy consumption. He expressed confidence that the “Hollandia Dairy Day conference will be an effective forum for discussing the way forward in dairy nutrition, setting priorities as well as connecting with today's consumers at a deeper and more meaningful level.”

In partnership with health, nutrition and communication experts who were carefully selected, CHI Limited hopes to empower consumers to consider consumption of dairy products in their diets every day.

One of the guest speakers, Senior Dietitian at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Cynthia Onyekwere, highlighted that dairy has been categorized as a major food group and has recommended daily portions for each individual. She stated that despite this, the intake of dairy in Nigeria has been relatively low (10 to 20 litres per capita consumption).

She noted that dairy products provide good sources macro and micro nutrients such as calcium; protein, phosphorous, vitamin D and A. “One cup of yoghurt meets about a quarter of our daily protein needs, nearly half of our daily requirement of calcium and two third of our daily need of phosphorous. While a cup of milk meets a third of our daily requirement of vitamin D and one sixth of our daily needs of vitamin A,” she concluded.

Another guest speaker, Amaka Okwesilieze Nwaora, a Nutrition Consultant/Public Health Expert stated that milk naturally contains many nutrients and only relatively few calories. “Regular consumption of milk and dairy products is recommended for all age groups as they are indispensable in every phase of our lives. Children need vital nutrients in milk to grow up in good health, while milk helps adults get the vital nutrients they need. Older people need milk calcium for strong bones and teeth,” she added.

Hollandia Dairy Day will also draw attention to the Hollandia corporate social responsibility activities through its Hollandia Nuture’A’Child Initiative, an initiative aimed at eliminating malnutrition amongst children.

Hollandia Nurture A Child Initiative providing dairy nourishment to Children in IDP Camps and Orphanages in Abuja. Below is the Visit to Durumi, Karonmangogo and Kuje IDP Camps

Leading premium fruit juice brand, Chivita 100%, emerged as the Best Premium Quality Natural Fruit Juice Brand of the Decade at the recently held West Africa Brands Excellence Awards in Lagos to mark its 10th anniversary of recognizing excellence and to celebrate the 2021 winners.

The West Africa Brands Excellence Awards is awarded annually to companies, agencies & brands that have been consistent in delivering impressive results within the 12 months of review, as well as to individuals who have shown true achievements in their respective sectors.

The award is a recognition of Chivita 100%’s market leadership in the fruit juice category as it continues to be at the forefront of enlightening and promoting 100% fruit juice consumption for everyday wellness.

Chivita 100% is a Proudly Nigerian premium fruit juice produced from best quality real natural fruits with no added sugar, no artificial colors, and no preservatives. It is perfect as a daily source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which provide nourishment for health-conscious consumers.
According to the Institute of Brand Management of Nigeria, the organizers of the 10th West Africa Brands Excellence Awards, “Chivita 100% has been recognized as the fruit juice brand of the decade because of its immense contributions to the growth, development, continuous innovation, and market leadership in the fruit juice category of the Nigerian Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry.”

Speaking on the award, Managing Director of CHI Limited, Mr. Deepanjan Roy, thanked its organizers for recognizing Chivita 100%’s strides for innovative excellence in the last decade.

“The fruit juice brand of the decade award for Chivita 100% is a positive scorecard of our efforts to maintain dominance in the fruit juice category through innovation, consumer satisfaction and driving the 100% fruit juice consumption narrative in Nigeria through advocacy and engagements,” he added.

Chivita 100% offers consumers a range of nourishing 100% fruit juice choices. It is available in 1Litre pack size in five variants – Orange, Apple, Pineapple, Red Grape, and Real Lychee.

Consumers have extolled the qualities and health benefits of Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk, barely three months after it was introduced into the Nigerian market by CHI Limited. For them, it provides a nourishing evaporated milk option that helps to complement their healthy, trendy and confident lifestyle.

As more consumers embrace the healthy lifestyle, they are increasingly adopting healthy dairy complements for weight maintenance and personal confidence. Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk is a nourishing 50% less fat evaporated milk targeted at consumers conscious of their health and desirous of an optimum weight and body shape.


Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk is a partially skimmed evaporated milk product with 50% less fat, higher Protein, Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, seven B-Vitamins and Vitamin D3. It is the first of its kind in the low-fat segment of the evaporated milk category in Nigeria.

Helen Bassey, a management consultant, said she cares very much about what she consumes and Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk holds a special attraction for her because of its 50% less fat content. She noted that the milk fits the bill for consumers like her in their journey to maintain her ideal body shape.

“I would say my body shape is in between. I am neither slim nor fat, but I love my body shape the way it is. There are people who are a little chubby and they love their shape that way. However, I do my best to stay fit and embrace a healthy lifestyle. I used to be concerned about what milk I consume in order to maintain my weight; however, I am pleased that Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk enables me to indulge in the goodness of milk and help maintain my body shape with confidence,” she stated.

For Michael Okoruwa, a Lagos based IT expert, the new Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk appeals to both gender as he has found the milk useful for both healthy nourishment and achieving his body goals.

“My colleague in the office brought this milk to my attention with her daily usage to complement varied diets. Like some people, I initially thought the milk was for weight loss or slim people but upon closer look and enquiry, I found out it was essentially a nourishing and healthy milk with 50% less fat than normal milk. It was useful in helping me stay in shape and healthy,” he noted.

Brand Manager, Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk, Mrs. Bose Ogunyemi, stated that the positive consumer feedback since the introduction of Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk was a testament to how the brand has resonated with consumers in their quest to balance dairy nourishment and their body goals.

“With 50% less fat, and high Vitamin and Mineral contents, Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk offers dairy nourishment as a part of a healthy lifestyle for weight maintenance. Having an active lifestyle coupled with a healthy diet will help consumers achieve their body goals. It does not make you lose body weight neither is it suited for only slim people. We believe that as the positive word on the brand spreads, more consumers would be encouraged to try Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk with their varied diets that complement a healthy lifestyle,” she stated.

Hollandia Slim Evaporated Milk is available in 60g, 120g, and 190g pack sizes which retail for N50, N100 and N150 respectively. The products can be purchased in supermarkets, departmental stores, markets, neighbourhood stores, and kiosks across Nigeria, the company said.