Broadcasting
iPower Inverters: A Beacon of Hope in Nigeria’s Power Crisis

Finding a reliable power solution can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack.

As Nigeria grapples with its myriad of challenges, one issue that refuses to bow is uninterrupted power supply.
For many Nigerians, it’s a tale as old as time – the flickering lights, the endless queues for fuel, and the ever-present roar of petrol generators.
Dr. Patrick, a senior lecturer who relocated to Nigeria over two years ago, knows this struggle all too well.
Speaking to a group of students one afternoon about the challenges in Nigeria, he recounted his journey through different power-generating devices. “Nigeria is a land of promise but comes with its challenges,” he observed.
“One of the most frustrating issues is the lack of reliable electricity.
“Generators are a lifesaver, but with the steadily rising cost of fuel, many can’t afford to run them anymore.”
Dr. Patrick had his first brush with Nigeria’s electricity problem when he purchased a fuel-powered generator. The noise was unbearable, and getting fuel to refill it was a challenge on its own.
He soon abandoned it for inverters, but his luck there was short-lived. “I tried two different brands – I won’t name them,” he said, “but the first lasted only a few months, and the second didn’t even make it past four months before it conked out.
It led to a litigation, and at that point, I was disillusioned with the available options.”
Just when hope seemed lost, a student introduced Dr. Patrick to iPower.
Initially skeptical, he was intrigued by the student’s claim that his father ordered his on Konga had been using the same iPower inverter for several years without any issues. With cautious optimism, Dr. Patrick decided to give iPower a shot. Seventeen months later, he still sings its praises.
On researching iPower, Dr. Patrick discovered the product’s rigorous development process, with experts from five countries and the Nigerian technology giant Zinox combining forces to bring it to life.
It was evident that this was not your average product, but rather one built with precision, expertise, and the end-user in mind.
The specifications of iPower are impressive: it boasts a rated power of 5KVA/5000W, a pure sine wave inverter, surge power of 10000VA, and an input voltage of 230VAC ±5%. iPower’s 5kva outperforms the 10kva of the inferior brand Dr. Patrick had used.
Its smart battery charger optimizes battery performance and allows for selectable charging current, depending on the application.
These features ensure that iPower not only performs exceptionally but also lasts far longer than its competitors.
Dr. Patrick firmly believes that more brands in Nigeria should follow iPower’s example.
“We deserve better than the substandard products being dumped on us. Nigerians want quality, and iPower has proven that it’s possible to deliver.”
iPower inverters have proven to be a game-changer for Dr. Patrick and countless other Nigerians. With their exceptional performance, reliability, and advanced features, they offer a much-needed solution to the country’s power challenges.
As more people discover the benefits of iPower, it is poised to become a leading choice for home and business power solutions in Nigeria. If you are wondering where to purchase iPower inverters, batteries, or solar panels, you can find it on konga.com.
Broadcasting
NIPR Postpones Maiden PRICE Awards to January 25, 2026

Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has announced the postponement of its maiden annual Public Relations, Reputation, Ideas, Concepts and Excellence (PRICE) Awards and Prizes to January 25, 2026.

NIPR
The event, earlier scheduled for December 7, 2025, was deferred to accommodate stakeholders whose observance of Christmas festivities had commenced earlier than expected.
Chairman of the Organising Committee, Mr. Israel Opayemi, urged stakeholders to note the new date and prepare to participate in the ceremony.
He said the awards would motivate professionals, practitioners and scholars, while enhancing Nigeria’s global competitiveness in the public relations ecosystem and strengthening brand equity for all stakeholders.
Opayemi reaffirmed the Committee’s commitment to delivering a best-in-class award administration and ceremony, describing the PRICE Awards as a credible and enduring platform to identify, celebrate and elevate outstanding individuals, campaigns and organisations shaping the public relations landscape across sectors.
The development of the PRICE Awards peaked in September 2025 when the NIPR President and Chairman, Council, Dr. Ike Neliaku, inaugurated a 12-man committee to organise the maiden edition. The inauguration followed the Council’s adoption of the report of a technical team tasked with establishing the awards.
Broadcasting
Netflix Seals $82.7bn Deal to Acquire Warner Bros., HBO Max

Netflix has announced a landmark agreement to acquire Warner Bros. and HBO Max in a transaction valued at $82.7 billion, a move analysts say will reshape the global entertainment industry.

Netflix
The deal, which includes Warner Bros.’ film and television studios, HBO, HBO Max, and Warner Bros. Games, was unanimously approved by the boards of both companies. Under the terms, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) shareholders will receive $23.25 in cash and $4.50 in Netflix shares for each WBD share.
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos described the acquisition as “a defining moment” for the streaming giant, noting that the company intends to maintain Warner Bros.’ current operations while expanding its production capacity.
“By combining Warner Bros.’ incredible library of shows and movies with Netflix’s culture-defining titles, we can give audiences more of what they love and help define the next century of storytelling,” Sarandos said.
The transaction is expected to close within 12 to 18 months, following the planned spin-off of WBD’s TV networks division, Discovery Global, in 2026. Netflix projects annual cost savings of $2–3 billion by the third year after completion and expects the deal to be accretive to earnings per share by year two.
Industry groups, including the Directors Guild of America and Cinema United, have raised concerns about the impact on movie theaters, while regulators are expected to scrutinize the deal over antitrust issues. Netflix has pledged to continue supporting theatrical releases, with Warner Bros.’ cinema commitments running through 2029.
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav hailed the agreement, saying it “combines two of the greatest storytelling companies in the world to bring to even more people the entertainment they love.”
Observers note that the acquisition comes 15 years after former Time Warner chief Jeff Bewkes dismissed Netflix as “the Albanian army,” underscoring the dramatic shift in the entertainment landscape.
Broadcasting
It is Official, DStv Confirms Termination of 16 Major Channels

A major shake‑up rocks viewers and subscribers of DSTV/GOTV as many channels are set to shut down and be removed on January 1, 2026.

The trigger for the upcoming shut‑down is a breakdown in negotiations between the owners of multiple global channels and the pay‑TV operator.
As of December 2025, the deal between Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) and DStv/GOtv has expired and the two parties have not reached a renewal agreement.
Without a new carriage/distribution agreement, the channels belonging to WBD risk being pulled off the DStv/GOtv line‑up.
This is the most significant content cutback the service has seen in years.
The affected channels are:
Discovery Channel
TLC
Cartoonito
Cartoon Network
CNN International
Food Network
The Travel Channel
TNT
Investigation Discovery
Real Time
HGTV
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