Category: Entertainment
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NOLLYWOOD’S “PHOENIX FURY” SET FOR SILICON VALLEY AFRICAN FILM FESTIVAL PREMIERE
Acclaimed Nigerian drama “Phoenix Fury” joins global lineup at prestigious US film festival, spotlighting African stories. “Phoenix Fury,” directed by Ifeoma Chukwuogo and starring RMD and Uzoamaka Power, will premiere at the 16th Silicon Valley African Film Festival in California this October. The film, about a widow’s life-changing inheritance in Ghana, follows its AFRIFF wins…
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KINGSLEY OGORO’S LEGACY: FROM PRISON CELL TO CULTURAL ICON
Celebrating the 60th birthday of Kingsley Ogoro, the trailblazer who transformed Nigeria’s film and music scene despite early hardships. Afrobeat legend Dede Mabiaku recalls how Ogoro and Segun Arinze once led policemen to arrest him over a business dispute, an ordeal that only strengthened their bond. Ogoro, who began as a dancer and rose to…
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COLOMBIA’S VICE PRESIDENT FRANCIA MARQUEZ CHARMS ABUJA AT NIKE ARTS GALLERY VISIT
Colombian flair meets Nigerian artistry as vice-president Francia Marquez’s Abuja visit sparks culture and empowerment vibes at Nike Arts and Gallery. On Sunday, August 31, the vibrant Nike Arts and Gallery in Abuja hosted a distinguished visitor – the Vice President of Colombia, Francia Marquez. The event saw a star-studded lineup including Aina Davies, daughter…
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SOYINKA AND CBN GOV CALL FOR NIGERIA-BRAZIL CULTURAL RENAISSANCE
Nigeria and Brazil urged to deepen cultural ties for shared heritage and economic growth during historic Brasília event. Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka and CBN Governor Yemi Cardoso called for a stronger Nigeria-Brazil cultural and economic partnership during President Tinubu’s state visit to Brazil. Soyinka highlighted his ‘Return to Africa’ project symbolising spiritual reconnection with African…
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ONYINYECHI BASIL CROWNED MISS UNIVERSE NIGERIA 2025
Anambra’s Onyinyechi Basil shines bright, winning the crown and Nigeria’s ticket to the global Miss Universe stage. In a thrilling Lagos finale, Basil defeated Miss Lagos Damilola Bolarinde to claim the Miss Universe Nigeria 2025 crown. Miss Bayelsa Fortune Kurobo and Miss Ogun Irene Ikediashi were runners-up, while Miss Akwa Ibom Idah Eno earned Miss…
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ECOBANK SHOWCASES NIGERIA’S ART MASTERS IN “ENDURING LEGACY” EXHIBITION
Ecobank celebrates Nigerian creativity and heritage with a stunning art exhibition spotlighting legendary masters and the evolving art market. Ecobank Nigeria is hosting “Enduring Legacy: A Collector’s Tribute to Masters” from Aug 30 to Sept 21 at EPAC, Lagos. Featuring over 700 works by icons like Bruce Onobrakpeya and Jimoh Buraimoh, the exhibition honours decades…
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TINUBU PROMISES BOOST IN SPORTS INVESTMENT AT 9TH NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES
President Tinubu backs sports and youth development as key to national unity and future champions. At the 9th National Youth Games opening in Asaba, Tinubu’s envoy highlighted the games as a talent discovery platform and praised sports leaders for their commitment. Delta State’s governor reaffirmed support for athletes and facilities, celebrating the state’s legacy as…
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SUB-STANDARD PREPARATION, BELOW PAR ACCOMMODATION HITS YOUTH GAMES IN ASABA
Young athletes at the 9th National Youth Games face unsafe, unhygienic living conditions amid poor accommodation arrangements. Teams from Plateau, Rivers, and Kwara states condemned the accommodation at Dennis Osadebey School in Asaba as dirty, unsafe, and lacking electricity and water. Coaches and officials voiced frustration over the environment, no mattresses, and lack of basic…
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SPOTIFY LAUNCHES GLOBAL AFROBEATS PLAYLIST AS GEN Z FUELS GENRE’S EXPLOSIVE GROWTH
Afrobeats goes global! Spotify celebrates the genre’s skyrocketing streams, especially in Asia and Latin America, driven by passionate fans and Gen Z playlist creators. Spotify’s new Global Afrobeats Playlist marks Afrobeats’ rise from clubs to charts worldwide, influencing culture beyond music. Countries like Indonesia (+4,530%), India (+1,650%), and the Philippines (+1,492%) lead massive streaming growth.…
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NPFL LIFTS SUSPENSION ON GOALKEEPER ADEWALE ADEYINKA PENDING FURTHER PROBE
Experienced keeper Adeyinka is back in play as NPFL lifts his suspension over betting claims, allowing him to sign with any club. The Nigeria Premier Football League announced that Adewale Adeyinka can now register with any NPFL club ahead of the 2025/2026 season. The Plateau United goalkeeper was provisionally suspended in July over alleged betting…
