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AFRIMA 2026: Lagos govt pledges support for continental music awards
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to hosting the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in 2026, describing the event as a key platform for promoting Africa’s creative economy, cultural diplomacy and global artistic influence. Speaking at a press conference in Alausa, Ikeja, on Wednesday, the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture,…
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No Acquittal: Baba Ijesha completed jail term, not cleared-Lagos AG clarifies
The Lagos State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, has denied reports claiming Nollywood actor, Olanrewaju James, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, was acquitted and cleared of all charges, including sexual offences involving a minor, by the Court of Appeal. Actor, Yomi Fabiyi had on Friday, November 14 claimed that Baba Ijesha was released from prison after a Court…
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Lagos crowns new culinary king as Chef Agboye wins N5m in Eko Flavours Competition
By Folashade Olorunfemi As a way of promoting culinary tourism, celebrate local ingredients and empower youths in the hospitality and food value chain, the Lagos State government has hosted another season of The Eko Flavours Season 2 competition, where Chef Agabus Agboye has won a N5 million star prize for emerging as the first position. Agboye defeated other participants to…
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Edo partners German Film Academy to boost Creative Industry
As part of its efforts to grow the creative industry, foster youth innovation and promote the creative sector, Edo State Government has partnered with the German Film Academy to enhance the creative skills of young filmmakers and drive innovation in the creative industry.During a meeting with the German Film Academy at Government House in Benin City, the Coordinator, Office of…
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Lagos Commissioner expresses concern over declining streaming revenues
The Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, has expressed concern over declining streaming revenues, revealing that the State is engaging with global stakeholders, including Empire Music and Mr. Mathew Knowles (father of international superstar Beyoncé), on strategic initiatives. Benson-Awoyinka restated the government’s commitment to empowering young talents in the creative and music sector while tackling key…
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Court dismisses Mohbad’s family suit against Naira Marley, Sam Larry
… Family will Appeal decision- Lawyer The Lagos High Court sitting in Ikeja has dismissed the application brought by the father of late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad, who was seeking to quash the legal advice and court proceedings that freed music label owner, Naira Marley and promoter, Sam Larry from any involvement in Mohbad’s death. In her judgment on…
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UK-based Nigerian artist, Olamide Jasanya explores diaspora identity in powerful London exhibition
As questions of identity, race, and belonging continue to reverberate globally, emerging Nigerian artist Olamide Jasanya brings an arresting perspective to the forefront in the recent “Identity” exhibition curated by Boomer Gallery, London. Through his pieces Africa Everywhere and Balance, he weaves a narrative that connects personal heritage with global realities — particularly from the lens of the African migrant.…
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Africa waits as AU announces 2025 Afrima awards host city
Excitement is building across Africa and around the world as the African Union Commission (AUC) and the International Committee of AFRIMA get ready to announce the host city for the 2025 All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) on May 13, 2025, at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia May 13, 2025. The last edition was held in Dakar, hosted…
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Soyinka criticises ban placed on Eedris Abdulkareem’s song, calls for reversal
Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has criticised the recent ban placed on a song by Nigerian musician, Eedris Abdulkareem, calling for the reversal of the action. In a statement he issued from New York University, Abu Dhabi, on Sunday, Soyinka described the ban as a return to the culture of censorship and a threat to the right to free expression. According to…
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PHOTOS: Steeze, style as Egba celebrates heritage, culture at 2025 Lisabi festival
The people of Egba extraction in Ogun State, Southwest Nigeria, on Saturday gathered in Abeokuta for the 2025 Lisabi Festival to celebrate and honor their legendary hero, Lisabi Agbongbo Akala. Historically, Lisabi Agbongbo Akala was a fearless liberator whose legacy continues to unite Egba sons and daughters from around the world. This year’s celebration, themed Ègbáliganza 2025, merged cultural pride…
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