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D’banj to Celebrate 20 Years in Music with Free Concert in 20 cities 

Afrobeat superstar Oladapo ‘D’banj’ Oyebanjo is set to mark two decades in the Nigerian music industry with a series of celebratory events, including a free concert for his fans.

Afrobeat superstar Oladapo ‘D’banj’ Oyebanjo is set to mark two decades in the Nigerian music industry with a series of celebratory events, including a free concert for his fans. The concert will be held at the New Afrika Shrine in Ikeja on June 11, promising an unforgettable experience for his supporters. In addition to the concert, […]

Actors Guild of Nigeria to Address Federal Government’s Directive on Movie Content

President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), has announced plans to meet with members of the association to develop a collective response to the Federal Government's directive to eliminate money rituals, smoking, and crime scenes from Nigerian movies.

Emeka Rollas, President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), has announced plans to meet with members of the association to develop a collective response to the Federal Government’s directive to eliminate money rituals, smoking, and crime scenes from Nigerian movies. Rollas’s statement comes after Shaibu Husseini, Executive Director of the National Film and Video […]

We’ll adopt modern days football styles — Finidi

Super Eagles Head Coach, Finidi George, has said he would adopt modern football styles, to make meaningful impact and get positive results as the national team coach.

Super Eagles Head Coach, Finidi George, has said he would adopt modern football styles, to make meaningful impact and get positive results as the national team coach. Speaking today during a Media Parley at Eko Hotel in Lagos, coach Finidi said although the Eagles are known for their traditional ways of playing, wing play had […]

Golden Eaglets qualify for semifinals in WAFU B U-17 tournament to face Cote D’Ivoire

Nigerian Golden Eaglets earned a qualification spot for the 2025 Africa U17 Cup of Nations tourney after defeating Ghana’s Starlets by 3-2 in a hard-fought third place game yesterday, at the WAFU B U17 Championship.

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets have qualified for the semi-final of the ongoing WAFU Zone B Under-17 Championship after defeating Togo 3-0 in Accra, Ghana. Recall that the game was initially scheduled for Wednesday evening, but was postponed to this morning due to a heavy downpour. The convincing victory yesterday morning ensured the Eaglets top Group B with seven […]

I am not from Gabon – Actor Zack Orji

Nollywood veteran actor Zack Orji has debunked social media rumours claiming that he is from Gabon.

Nollywood veteran actor Zack Orji has debunked social media rumours claiming that he is from Gabon. The renowned actor, who took to his Instagram page – @realzackorji – to express his frustration, said the falsehood was not the first about him, but reiterated that he is a full-blooded Nigerian, from Enugu State, and remains proud […]

Eaglets vs Togo match shifted to Thursday over heavy rain

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets final Group B game against Togo at the WAFU B U-17 Championship has been postponed to later this morning.

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets final Group B game against Togo at the WAFU B U-17 Championship has been postponed to later this morning. The postponement from 5pm yesterday was as a result of the unplayable state of the University Stadium pitch caused by a heavy rain. According to the team’s media officer, Francis Achi, the game […]

Burna Boy Produces First Film ‘3 Cold Dishes’ 

Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has stepped into a new role in the film industry as an executive producer, co-producing the upcoming thriller, titled: 3 Cold Dishes, which tackle Sex trafficking.

Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has stepped into a new role in the film industry as an executive producer, co-producing the upcoming thriller, titled: 3 Cold Dishes, which tackle Sex trafficking. Burna Boy will produce the film through Spaceship Films, the production company he started back in 2015 with his mother, Bose […]

Golden Eaglets walk tight rope in WAFU B U-17 tournament ahead of Togo game

Nigerian Golden Eaglets earned a qualification spot for the 2025 Africa U17 Cup of Nations tourney after defeating Ghana’s Starlets by 3-2 in a hard-fought third place game yesterday, at the WAFU B U17 Championship.

Following a goalless draw in their opening match against Burkina Faso, Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets claimed a narrow but crucial 1-0 win over Niger in the WAFU Zone B U-17 AFCON qualifiers.  This marks their first victory in the tournament. Coach Manu Garba made strategic adjustments to the team for this game, introducing Oreoluwa Agbenla and […]

Burna Boy, Asake, Others Nominated For 2024 BET Awards (FULL LIST)

The organizers of the annual BET Awards announced the nominations for the 2024 edition on Thursday with African stars making a significant impact.

The organizers of the annual BET Awards announced the nominations for the 2024 edition on Thursday with African stars making a significant impact. While the ‘African giant’ featured in the Best Male Hip Hop Artist and Best Male R&B/POP Artist categories, Burna Boy is joined by fellow Nigerian acts – Asake, Ayra Starr, and Seyi […]