Category: Entertainment
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2026 CAVB WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP: NIGERIA EDGE GHANA IN FIVE-SET THRILLER
Nigeria’s senior women’s volleyball team secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Ghana at the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Championship in Nairobi, Kenya. The Nigerian team won the opening set 25-21, but Ghana fought back to take the second set by the same score. Nigeria regained control with a dominant 25-11 victory in the third…
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CHARLY BOY TAKES MEMOIR ‘999’, FOUNDATION CAMPAIGN TO INTERNATIONAL AUDIENCE
Eccentric entertainer and social activist Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, says his memoir 999 and the Charly Boy Foundation are set for an international tour following the successful launch of the book in Lagos. The memoir, which features a foreword by former President Olusegun Obasanjo, was unveiled on July 31 and offers a…
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FIVE FILMMAKERS SHORTLISTED FOR INAUGURAL NIGERIA PRIZE FOR CREATIVE ARTS
Five young Nigerian documentary filmmakers have been shortlisted for the inaugural Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts (NPCA) after a judging process that reduced 98 submissions to five finalists. The shortlisted works are Beyond Tarkwa Bay by Peter Oghenetega-Oke, Mara Mania by Feranmi Abiola, No Food for Lazy Man by Ummi Bukar, Okrika by Abraham Aiwuyuse,…
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CELINE DION, BEYONCÉ, TAYLOR SWIFT PAY TRIBUTE TO DOLLY PARTON
Global music stars Celine Dion, Beyoncé and Taylor Swift have joined millions of fans in mourning legendary country music singer, songwriter and actress Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80. Parton’s family announced her death on Tuesday, prompting tributes from leading figures in music and entertainment. Dion described the late singer as a…
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GABON REVIVES FESTIVAL OF CULTURES AFTER EIGHT-YEAR BREAK
The Government of Gabon has revived the Festival of Cultures, with the 15th edition held to strengthen national identity and preserve the country’s cultural heritage. The festival, held under the theme “Re-appropriation of Our Cultural Values,” seeks to promote Gabon’s traditions, languages, arts and sports while showcasing the cultural diversity of its nine provinces. According…
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FANS CELEBRATE FUNKE AKINDELE AS NOLLYWOOD STAR TURNS 49
Fans, colleagues and well-wishers have celebrated veteran Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele as she marks her 49th birthday. Akindele, popularly known as Jenifa, shared a birthday message on her verified Instagram page, expressing gratitude to God for His blessings, guidance and protection throughout her career. She also prayed for good health, long life and…
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AKAY MASON’S ‘FIVE FIGURINES’ SET FOR NOVEMBER 13 CINEMA PREMIERE
Nigerian filmmaker Akay Mason’s latest movie, Five Figurines, will premiere in cinemas nationwide on November 13, 2026. The mystery film, directed and co-produced by Mason and produced by Becca Ashang, is being distributed by Cinemax. The distributor announced the release date on its social media platform. Five Figurines features a star-studded cast including Ini Edo,…
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PRAIZ THRILLS LAGOS MUSIC LOVERS AT ‘RnB ROOM’ SHOW
Nigerian R&B singer Praise Adejo, popularly known as Praiz, thrilled music lovers with a live performance at his ‘RnB Room’ show in Lagos on Sunday night. The monthly event, held at Live Lounge, Victoria Island, brought together R&B enthusiasts and featured performances by Fome, Beekay, MichStraaw, Faidvine and Highbreed. Praiz captivated the audience with his…
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VETERAN NOLLYWOOD ACTOR TAIWO ‘OGOGO’ HASSAN DIES AT 66
Veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66. His family announced his death on Sunday, August 23, 2026, in a statement shared on social media, saying the actor passed away while submitting to the will of Almighty Allah. The family disclosed that Hassan had been…
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OBI CUBANA GIFTS PASTOR JERRY EZE HOUSE FOR 44TH BIRTHDAY
Businessman Obinna Iyiegbu, popularly known as Obi Cubana, has announced a house as a birthday gift for Pastor Jerry Eze, founder of Streams of Joy International and convener of New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD). Iyiegbu made the announcement on Saturday while celebrating Eze’s 44th birthday, describing the cleric as one of his “most…
