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The global push for African diaspora recognition reached a new milestone as UK Member of Parliament, Dame Chi Onwurah; international entrepreneur, Dr. Rex Tonye Idaminabo and entertainment mogul Dr. King Smade were conferred with Lifetime Achievement Awards at the historic maiden edition of AFRIBALL in the United Kingdom. The high-profile event, held under the theme…
Weeks after the controversy involving broadcaster Frank Edoho, his former wife Sandra Onyenucheya and singer Chike dominated social media conversations, a viral clip from one of the singer’s recent performances has generated fresh debate online. Chike was among the guest performers at comedian Funny Bone’s comedy show, ‘Half Man, Half Amazing’, held on Sunday at…
Tamunosoye Karibi-George, Bayelsa State’s representative, has emerged as the winner of the Miss World Nigeria 2026 pageant. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that she edged out 20 finalists to clinch the highly coveted crown at the pageant’s grand finale held over the weekend in Lagos. The competition, themed “Pride, Power, and Purpose,” included contestants…
Nigeria’s fast-rising music sensation, Ehigie Moses Ikeakhe, popularly known by his stage name Winnerman, has further confirmed his growing influence across Africa after delivering a thrilling performance in Cape Town, South Africa. The energetic entertainer shut down the city during a night of music and entertainment at Saint Lounge, located on 37 Harrington Street in…
The images from the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival travelled far beyond Ijebu-Ode. For several days, social media platforms were dominated by colourful processions, horse-riding displays, elaborate fashion, and a celebration of Yoruba heritage that attracted attention from across Nigeria and the diaspora. Hotels operated at capacity, local businesses reported increased patronage, and the festival once…
Winner of Skit2Screen Season 2 Talent Discovery Leading West African cinema chain, Filmhouse Cinemas, has announced the winner of the second edition of its Skit2Screen talent discovery initiative. Designed to identify emerging acting talent within Nigeria’s digital creator ecosystem, Skit2Screen Season 2 concluded with a standout performance selected through an industry-led review process conducted by…
Dangote Salt recently deepened its engagement with local communities through a series of outreach activities that highlighted the vital role of salt in traditional industries and everyday life during the just concluded Sallah celebration. The initiative, which spanned artisan clusters and commercial centres in Kano, underscored the importance of salt beyond household consumption, while reinforcing…
Gazing at two large engraved 16th-century elephant tusks on display at Nigeria’s National Museum in Lagos, a guide surprised visitors by telling them, “You can touch them gently.” One of the three galleries at the museum in Nigeria’s cultural and entertainment hub has been remodelled to allow visitors to interact with some artefacts,…
Olamide Makes History as First African Rapper to Sell Out OVO Wembley Arena Nigerian rap star Olamide has made history by becoming the first African rapper to completely sell out the 12,500-capacity OVO Wembley Arena in London. The show took place on Sunday night, and the venue was filled with excited fans who came to…
The 2025 Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) celebrated outstanding achievements in African filmmaking, honoring talented actors and filmmakers across the continent. The 21st edition of the awards was held on Sunday at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Ikeja GRA, Lagos, bringing together some of Africa’s best movie stars and creators. The movie “3 Cold Dishes,”…
