Category: Entertainment
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PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES GOODLUCK JONATHAN ON 68TH BIRTHDAY, PRAISES STATESMANSHIP
President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to former President Goodluck Jonathan on his 68th birthday, celebrating his enduring statesmanship and contributions to Nigeria’s democracy. The congratulatory message, released by Presidential Spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, acknowledges Jonathan’s pivotal role in nation-building and his diplomatic efforts advancing democratic values across Africa. Tinubu highlighted Jonathan’s humility and historic…
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NIGERIA SHINES AT ISLAMIC SOLIDARITY GAMES WITH MULTIPLE GOLD MEDALS
Nigeria is on fire at the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, boosting its gold medal tally with stunning wins in Wrestling and the Women’s 4 x 100m relay. Christiana Ogunsanya dominated the 53kg freestyle Wrestling final with an 11-1 victory over Uzbekistan’s Shokhida Akhmedova. The Nigerian women’s relay team Bada Toyin, Ezechukwu Miracle, Omokwe…
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ANAMBRA GOVT SETS STAGE FOR “ONWA DEZEMBA” FESTIVAL
Anambra State is gearing up for a major cultural and entertainment festival this Yuletide, promising residents and visitors an unforgettable December experience. The event, branded “Onwa Dezemba,” will feature masquerade displays, Christmas carols, and musical concerts with top Nigerian artistes. Activities will be held at Ekwueme Square, Solution Fun City, Awka, and other designated venues…
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NOLLYWOOD: FROM VOLUME TO VALUE, TIME FOR QUALITY CONTENT
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) is calling on Nollywood filmmakers to shift from producing lots of movies to focusing on higher-quality content that truly delivers value for audiences, investors, and the nation. Dr. Shaibu Husseni, NFVCB Chief Executive Director, made this appeal during the2025 Peace Anyiam-Osigwe Nigeria Digital Content Regulatory Conference in…
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NIGERIA SLAMS U.S. FOR EXCLUDING IT FROM NICKI MINAJ UN EVENT
Nigeria has hit back at the United States for shutting it out of a United Nations event headlined by rapper Nicki Minaj, which spotlighted alleged killings of Nigerians from a specific faith group. Syndoph Endoni, Nigeria’s Chargé d’Affaires at the UN, described the move as “shaving our head in our absence,” stressing that Nigeria should…
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TINUBU PRAISES SUPER EAGLES’ FIGHTING SPIRIT DESPITE WORLD CUP SETBACK
President Bola Tinubu has applauded the Super Eagles for their valiant effort in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoffs, despite Sunday’s heartbreaking loss to the Democratic Republic of Congo in Morocco. The President’s message, shared by his spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, encourages the team to move past the defeat and gear up for the upcoming…
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WIKKI TOURIST STUN ENYIMBA WITH 1-0 WIN IN ABA
Tourist FC of Bauchi handed Enyimba International FC a tough day at home, beating them 1-0 in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matchday 13 clash on Sunday. Ahmed Abubakar’s 31st-minute strike gave Wikki Tourist a crucial lead just before halftime. Wikki’s coach Abdul Maikaba shared his delight after the match, saying he encouraged his…
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NIGERIA DROPS OUT OF 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS AFTER PENALTY SHOOTOUT LOSS TO DR CONGO
Nigeria’s hopes to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended in heartbreak on Sunday after a tense 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) culminated in a 4-3 defeat on penalties. Despite fielding a star-studded squad, the Super Eagles were edged out by the Leopards in the final qualifying playoff held…
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CARNIVAL CALABAR EMBRACES HERITAGE WITH NEW MASCOT AND DIASPORA BAND, SAYS GOV. OTU
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River, represented by Deputy Governor Dr. Peter Odey, celebrated Carnival Calabar’s place in the state’s cultural identity during the unveiling of the 2025 mascot and the new Diaspora Band at the carnival’s Second Dry Run. The mascot symbolizes the carnival’s beauty, growth, and resilience, marking two decades of evolution into…
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CRISTIANO RONALDO SETS RETIREMENT TIMELINE: ONE TO TWO YEARS LEFT
Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that he plans to retire within the next one or two years, putting a timeline on his previous hints about hanging up his boots soon. The 40-year-old Portugal forward, who has scored over 950 goals for club and country since his debut in 2002, is currently with Saudi Arabian…
