Category: Entertainment
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IMISI AYANWALE WINS BIG BROTHER NAIJA SEASON 10, TAKES HOME ₦80 MILLION
After 72 days of intense competition, Imisi shatters the odds to become Nigeria’s newest reality TV star. Imisi Ayanwale, 23, emerged victorious in the latest Big Brother Naija, beating nine finalists including Dede and Koyin. She walked away with ₦80 million in cash, a brand-new SUV, and global fame. The grand finale was packed with…
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TEAM RAFA CLINCHES POLE POSITION AT HISTORIC E1 LAGOS GRAND PRIX
Rafael Nadal’s team leads the charge as Africa hosts the world’s first all-electric raceboat championship. Team Rafa, owned by tennis legend Rafael Nadal, secured pole position in a thrilling qualifying on Lagos Lagoon, edging out Team Brady and Aoki Racing. This electrifying event marks the debut of the E1 World Championship in Africa, showcasing Lagos…
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ENIOLA BOLAJI MAKES PARA BADMINTON FINALS, LEADS NIGERIAN CHARGE IN ABIA INTERNATIONAL
Nigeria’s Paralympic bronze medallist, Eniola Bolaji, has secured her spot in the finals of the First Abia Para Badminton International Tournament in Umuahia after a dominant 2-0 win over Cameroon’s Danyele Mouafo. Ranked second globally in the SL3 category, Bolaji made history at the Paris 2024 Paralympics as the first African athlete to win a…
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FLYING EAGLES CLINCH DRAMATIC 3-2 WIN OVER SAUDI ARABIA IN U20 WORLD CUP
Nigeria’s late penalty seals victory, boosting hopes for Round of 16 spot. Nigeria’s Flying Eagles edged Saudi Arabia 3-2 in a thrilling Group F match at the FIFA U20 World Cup in Talca, Chile. Nasiru Salihu and Amos Ochoche gave Nigeria a halftime lead, but Saudi Arabia twice equalized. In stoppage time, captain Daniel Bameyi…
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WOLE SOYINKA CENTRE FOR CULTURE UNVEILED IN LAGOS
President Bola Tinubu reopened the renovated National Arts Theatre, now named the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts, marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence. Funded by the CBN and Bankers’ Committee, the upgrade transforms the landmark into a world-class cultural hub integrated with Lagos’ Blue Line metro. Tinubu praised Soyinka’s contribution to nation-building and…
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JOKE SILVA TURNS 64, CELEBRATED BY FANS AND COLLEAGUES
Nollywood icon thanks God for 64 years of grace, inspiring tributes flood social media.Legendary Nollywood actress Joke Silva marked her 64th birthday with gratitude and reflection, thanking God for mercy, protection, family, friends, and a fulfilling career. Her post sparked an outpouring of love and prayers from fans and industry peers, including Mo Abudu and…
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KWARA UNITED APOLOGISES TO FANS AFTER EARLY CAF CONFEDERATION CUP EXIT
Chairman vows team will bounce back stronger after tough loss to Asante Kotoko. United Football Club of Ilorin, through Chairman Kumbi Titiloye, has apologised to fans for their early exit from the CAF Confederation Cup following a 5-3 aggregate loss to Ghana’s Asante Kotoko. Despite a spirited effort, a lone goal by Hubert Gyalu sealed…
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NFF UNFazed BY FIFA SANCTION ON SOUTH AFRICA OVER INELIGIBLE PLAYER
FIFA’s ruling boosts Nigeria’s World Cup qualification hopes amid South Africa’s penalty. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) expressed no surprise over FIFA’s decision to sanction South Africa for fielding ineligible midfielder Teboho Mokoena in their March 21 World Cup qualifier against Lesotho. FIFA’s disciplinary committee awarded a 3-0 forfeit win to Lesotho, fined the South…
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FLYING EAGLES FALL 0-1 TO NORWAY IN U20 WORLD CUP OPENER
Unlucky Nigeria dominates but misses key chances in narrow defeat to Norway. Nigeria’s Flying Eagles lost 0-1 to Norway in their opening match at the 24th FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile, with the Norwegians scoring on a controversial 9th-minute penalty. Despite controlling possession and pressing hard, especially in the second half, Nigeria failed to…
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ASANTE KOTOKO ENDS KWARA UNITED’S CAF CONFEDERATION CUP RUN
Ghanaian giants hold firm with a 1-0 win, sealing a 5-3 aggregate victory over Kwara United. Asante Kotoko defeated Kwara United 1-0 at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta, ending the Nigerian side’s continental hopes. After a thrilling 4-3 win in Accra last week, Kotoko’s Hubert Gyau scored the decisive goal early in the…
