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American star actor, Terry Crews lauds Taaooma
American star actor and show host, Terry Crews has lauded Nigerian skit sensation, Maryam Apaokagi-Greene aka Taaooma after a meeting in the United States. Taaooma and her team had approached Crews for an appearance in one of her skits and he gladly accepted the offer. Crews, who also doubles as the host of America Got Talent and a fitness coach,…
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UPDATED: Veteran comic actor, Mr Ibu dies of cardiac arrest
Veteran Nollywood actor, Mr Ibu has died. The actor whose real name is John Okarfor was 62. According to multiple reports from sources close to him, the veteran comedian passed away at Evercare Hospital. Many fans have shared condolences on X, reminiscing on the movies the late actor featured. The National President of Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Emeka Rollas,…
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How Osun-born actor, Sisi Quadri died
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Colleagues of Tolani Quadri Oyebamiji popularly known as Sisi Quadri in the theatre industry on Saturday stormed Iwo, Osun State to pay hiim last respect. His colleagues in the industry, residents, and indigenes of Iwo could not hide their emotion and burst into tears as they bid him final farewell. It was gathered that the late…
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WINBAFRICA @ 10: Experts call for renewed commitment to women’s empowerment for nation-building
African countries have been urged to renew their commitment to women’s empowerment as a crucial step towards nation-building. This call was made by a former Rector of the Yaba College of Technology, Engineer Obafemi Omokungbe, in his keynote address during the 10th anniversary of the African Women Foundation for Nation Building (WINBAFRICA) held at the Alliance Francaise, Mike Adenuga Centre,…
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Dice Ailes calls out Chocolate City over unpaid royalties
By Tosin Brown Afrobeats singer, Shasha Damilola Alesh aka Dice Ailes, has called out Chocolate City over alleged unpaid royalties. The Nigerian singer, songwriter and rapper took to his Instagram stories to call out Audu Maikori led recording company, which used to be home to Jesse Jagz, and Brymo. In his claims, Dice Ailes noted that Chocolate city has refused…
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Family releases burial rites for Wigwe, wife, son
The family of late Herbert Wigwe, the former group chief executive officer (GCEO) of Access Holdings Plc, has announced arrangements for his burial rites. Earlier this month, Wigwe was involved in a chopper crash in the US alongside Chizoba, his wife; and Chizi, his son. Abimbola Ogunbanjo, the former group chairman of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group), was also…
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Davido urges Kanye West to dump Adidas for Puma
By Tosin Brown Nigerian Afrobeats music star Davido has urged American music star Kanye West to dump Adidad, global sportswear and workout clothes brand, as one of its ambassadors for its major competitor Puma. Davido made this known in a recent Instagram story post. “Come to Puma Ye KanyeWest,” he wrote. Davido made the call to Kanye West after things…
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Five key details of Mavins’s deal with Universal Music Group
By Tosin Brown It is no longer news that Don Jazzy owned Mavins has announced a major deal with global music firm, Universal Music Group. The deal has caused a stir on social media leaving many fans of Don Jazzy and Mavins very joyous. According to close sources in the Mavins dynasty, the deal has been a long time coming…
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Why I stopped Foluke Daramola from raising funds for me, Kola Oyewo reveals
By Tosin Brown Veteran Nigerian actor and educator, Kola Oyewo has revealed why he stopped his younger colleague Foluke Daramola from raising funds for him when he was critically sick. Oyewo made this known in a video recently released by Kunle Afod, where he narrated his battle with prostate cancer. The ‘Saworo Ide’ star actor disclosed that while he was…
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WINBAFRICA sets to empower women, scholarships for girl-child in Africa
In its 10th year of dedicating and promoting girl-child education and empowering women and young girls in critical thinking and leadership skills in secondary schools across Africa, African Women Foundation for Nation Building (WINBAFRICA), is set for this year’s edition with the theme, Bridging the Gab: Celebrating a decade of Nation Building” next week in Lagos. A non-governmental organization, WINBAFRICA…
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