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4 days ago
Chinedu Achebe, the acclaimed Nigerian American author, is set to release his highly anticipated third book, “When It All Falls Down”.
14 Apr
Recently announced as the Ambassador of Tourism in Lagos State by the Lagos State Governor, travel content creator and UK-based Nigerian traveler, Pelumi Nubi, embarked on a daring and adventurous trip — from London to Lagos— in a car. An inspiration not just for the black community but also for the female community, Nubi has…
14 Apr
With this increase, government is trying to tell Nigerians they are putting subsidy on electricity. I’m not saying there is no subsidy, but government has not come out to tell us the actual unit of electricity they are subsidising.
After Bobrisky, EFCC is investigating more celebrities for naira abuse
12 Apr
Popular crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, known as Bobrisky who has always identified as a woman openly confessed to being a man in court on Friday. Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court, sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos sentenced Bobrisky, to six months imprisonment. READ ALSO: Naira abuse: Court sentences Bobrisky to six months in custody A…
11 Apr
Nigerian dancer, Korra Obidi, has reportedly been attacked by an unknown woman with acid and stabbed in Westminster, London. Instagram food influencer, Nancy Umeh, Kora’s sister, revealed the shocking event while in tears, on her Instagram story. According to Korra’s sister, the assailant was a “Black East-African woman” who was putting on a hoodie. “Someone…
6 Apr
Former Big Brother Naija Reality TV star, talented actress and entrepreneur, Bamike Adenibuyan, popularly known as Bam Bam is a lady who knows what she wants and goes for it.
4 Apr
Media mogul Mo Abudu, CEO of EbonyLife Media, has been appointed to the board of directors of the International Emmys. The esteemed organization, with a rich history dating back to the early days of global television, recognizes and celebrates excellence in programming from around the world. “It is an honor to contribute to the International…
31 Mar
Funbi Emiola, known simply as Funbi, first impressed Nigerians as a teenager who held his own alongside rap superstar M.I. on the song "Beg For It." Four years later, in 2016, the Nigerian R&B singer and songwriter solidified his potential with the mega-hit "Hallelujah," a song so infectious it became a household anthem. Funbi was…
31 Mar
TITLAYO OLUBIYI Meet Titilayo Olubiyi, Director of Financial Institutions at Unified Payment Services Limited, She is a seasoned marketer with expertise in sales, channel management, and general management. Titilayo is a go-getter whose dedication and hard work have earned her a remarkable career. Her career highlights include her role as Group Head of Business Development…
31 Mar
Development experts across disciplines agree that durable milestones are attained faster with strong institutions rather than strong personalities. The Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) is fast becoming a strong institution with its orderly succession and strong, all-inclusive management style. In the words of immediate past Chief Medical Director at LUTH, Prof.  Chris Bode, “ you are not…
26 Mar
As the celebration of International Women's Month continues, Showmax has recognised and celebrated women's remarkable achievements in the Nigerian Movie Industry, Nollywood, notably, the women who work behind the cameras. These female filmmakers are continuously putting in the work to revamp and push women’s on-screen representation.
16 Mar
Last week, former boxing heavyweight champion of the world, Nigeria-born British, Anthony Joshua, defeated former UFC champion turned-boxer, Francis Ngannou, in a heavyweight clash as Joshua continued his bid to reclaim the belt he lost to Usyk.
16 Mar
Three Nigerian music superstars, Davido, Tems and Lojay have been announced winners of this year’s NAACP Image Awards, a yearly awards ceremony presented by the U.S-based National Association for the Advancement of Coloured People (NAACP) to honour outstanding performances in film, television, theatre, music, and literature.

Guardian Life

37 mins ago
With its Sip & Paint that gave rise to the discovery of artistic skills, Spotify unveiled its daylist in Nigeria in a grand style at the Muson Centre Lagos recently.
1 hour ago
The music at the opening day of The Fabric of Courage, Somi’s week-long exhibition of the remarkable archives of the World Black Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC), which held for the second time it occurred, back in 1977, was a marvel to listen to.
1 hour ago
It’s a season of double awards for Darren Davies Properties (DDP), a fast growing real estate company in Nigeria, as the firm won the Property Company of the Year award, at the prestigious Nigerian Real Estate & Property Awards, to solidify its position as an industry leader.
2 hours ago
As the 2024 edition of the music reality competition, Nigerian Idol, premieres tomorrow, ardent followers of the show are already buzzing with excitement and ready to root for their favourite contestants.
2 hours ago
Featuring exciting attractions such as water houses, pirate ships, a wave pool, others, Morenikeji Giwa has launched the Giwa Gardens Waterpark in Sangotedo, Lagos recently.

Music

13 Apr
For decades, Port Harcourt city has nestled some of Afrobeats’ biggest stars. From Ajebo Hustlers to Omah Lay, Timaya, Burna Boy, Mercy Chinwo and many others, the garden city has become a birthplace of music stars renowned mostly for their unique artistries.
12 Apr
The highly anticipated unveiling ceremony of Fortune Kingsley, a.k.a. GyC ,  to the Bullion Records took place on Friday,  April 12, 2024, at the South East Asia Restaurant, Ikeja, Lagos. The event unfolded with grandeur and excitement, marking a significant milestone in the Nigerian music industry. Esteemed guests, including international music promoter Alhaji Ademola A.J…
6 Apr
MultiChoice Nigeria has unveiled the trio of Omawumi, 9ice and Ric Hassani as judges for the 9th edition of Africa's prestigious music talent show, the Nigerian Idol, and also announced dates for its premiere.
6 Apr
I don't really think that I started my musical career or it had a beginning; because as long as I remember my mom has always pushed for me to be in the choir and attend dance rehearsals and all of that. So it wasn’t like there was a point in my life where I tried music or I decided that I would do music fully.
30 Mar
Wande Coal, Rugar, Magneto, Guchi, Eltee Skhillz, Qing Madi, DJ Picasso, DJ Nana and Hypeman Best have been named as headliners for the maiden edition of the African Independent Television (AIT) Music Plus Festival schedule for Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Good Beach Victoria Island, Lagos.

Film

1 day ago
Eniola Ajao's new movie "Ajakaju" has continued to smash box office records, crossing the N2OOmillion mark less than a month after its release. The indigenous epic film, co-produced by Anthills Studio and distributed by FilmoneNg, has captured the hearts of audiences across Nigeria, crossing the impressive N200 million mark in ticket sales, according to data…
4 days ago
Roy Madu, also known as the Towncrier is a man who loves his crafts so dearly. That is why, he never stops showing his creative side and telling African Stories through the art of filmmaking and making creative sounds. Madu's audacity to challenge norms and present authentic black African narrative in a most relatable manner…
6 Apr
They have been consistent as the ‘eastern stars’. Since they took the decision to venture into acting in 1999, the ever charming and delectable Chidinma and Chidebere Aneke, aka Aneke Twins, have not looked back.
6 Apr
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) and some non-governmental organisations have agreed to continue their collaboration to reduce the effects of tobacco and other harmful products towards achieving a ‘SmokefreeNollywood’.
31 Mar
RX FRANCE has announced the launch of MIP LONDON, a new industry market and networking event set to to hold from February 24 to 27, 2025, with a pre-opening on Sunday, February, 23. [ad]