Category: Entertainment
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UNESCO RECOGNISES SANGO FESTIVAL AS INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE OF HUMANITY
The UNESCO has officially inscribed Nigeria’s Sango Festival as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The certificate was presented by Minister Hannatu Musawa to the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Abdulhakeem Owoade I, at the grand finale of the 2025 World Sango Festival in Oyo State. This landmark recognition highlights Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage and…
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SHALAMAR SET TO THRILL ABUJA WITH ICONIC 65TH INDEPENDENCE DAY CONCERT
Grammy-winning American R&B group Shalamar is back to electrify fans with a nostalgic concert at Abuja’s International Conference Centre on October 4, marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day weekend. Known for hits like “A Night To Remember” and “I Can Make You Feel Good,” Shalamar promises a live show packed with classic funk, soul, and dance…
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ICONIC ACTOR TERENCE STAMP DIES AT 87
Terence Stamp, the iconic British actor known for his role as General Zod in the original Superman films and memorable performances in classics like “Billy Budd” and “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert,” died on August 17, 2025, at age 87. Celebrated for his intense screen presence and diverse roles over six decades,…
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EBONYI GOV REWARDS D’TIGRESS STAR BLESSING EJIFOR WITH ₦30M, HOUSE & HONOURS
Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi has honoured Blessing Ejifor, star centre of Nigeria’s D’Tigress basketball team, with ₦30 million, a duplex home, and induction into the Ebonyi Hall of Fame. At a reception in Abakiliki, Nwifuru also announced ₦50 million funding to build a standard basketball court to nurture young talents ahead of the next…
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130 GOLFERS TEED UP FOR 10TH LGAN WESTERN ZONE CHAMPIONSHIP IN AKURE
Over 130 golfers, including 60 women and 70 men, have arrived in Akure for the 10th Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) Western Zone Golf Championship at Crosscreek Golf Club. The four-day event, themed “Golfing with the Stars,” aims to encourage more women into golf while promoting fitness, stress relief, and mental wellness. The tournament…
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IOM AND MISSION 89 LAUNCH CAMPAIGN TO END CHILD TRAFFICKING IN SPORTS
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has teamed up with Mission 89 to launch “The Line We Don’t Cross,” a global campaign tackling the growing problem of child trafficking disguised as sports opportunities. IOM’s Ugochi Daniels stresses, “No child should be trafficked under the guise of sport.” The campaign exposes how traffickers prey on young…
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THE SERPENT’S GIFT: NOLLYWOOD THRILLER HITS CINEMAS AUGUST 29
Get ready for a gripping Nollywood drama! “The Serpent’s Gift,” directed by Kayode Kasum and produced by Winifred Mena-Ajakpovi, drops in cinemas on August 29. Set in Eastern Nigeria and steeped in Igbo traditions, the film unravels the suspense and family drama following the sudden death of a respected businessman. With shifting loyalties, buried secrets,…
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GERMAN PRESIDENT FRANK-WALTER STEINMEIER KICKS OFF SAIL BREMERHAVEN 2025
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier set sail aboard the historic training ship Gorch Fock to launch the Sail Bremerhaven 2025 festival, thrilling thousands of spectators along the Bremerhaven waterfront. As the official patron, Steinmeier will formally open this massive five-day maritime event, featuring a parade led by Alexander von Humboldt II and followed by a stunning…
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SUDAN DOMINATES NIGERIA 4-0 AT CHAN, TAKES TOP SPOT IN GROUP D
Sudan crushed Nigeria 4-0 in their CHAN clash at Jamhuri Stadium, Morogoro, showcasing clinical attacking and solid teamwork. An own goal by Leonard Ngenge set the tone, followed by a penalty from Walieldin Khidir and a quick brace from Abdelrazig Omer Yagoub to seal a commanding victory. Nigeria struggled all game, now facing a crucial…
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EX-TUC PRESIDENT SLAMS K1 DE ULTIMATE’S AIRPORT BEHAVIOUR, CALLS FOR ACCOUNTABILITY
Former TUC President Peter Esele has expressed deep disappointment over Fuji legend K1 De Ultimate’s refusal to follow airport rules, highlighting the broader problem of impunity in Nigeria. K1 was barred from boarding a ValueJet flight from Abuja to Lagos for trying to carry a flask with liquid over the permitted 100ml. The situation escalated…
