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Fela’s ex-band manager, Baba Ani recalls relationship with late musician
By Damilola Akinwale – Popular baritone saxophonist, Lekan Animashaun, widely known as Baba Ani, has recalled his relationship with Afrobeats pioneer Fela Kuti while working as his bandleader. Baba Ani, who served as the musical director of several of Fela’s bands, spoke during a recent interview with The Podcast Network. He disclosed that Fela treated him like a senior brother…
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Veteran actor Fatomilola recounts Mr Macaroni’s ₦1m surprise after film
Veteran Yoruba actor, Peter Fatomilola, has recounted how skit maker and actor Debo Adedayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, surprised him with ₦1m after they worked on a film together. Fatomilola said Mr Macaroni gave him the money despite the fact that they had not negotiated a fee for his role before the production. He disclosed this in an upcoming…
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Actress Yetunde Wunmi recounts 2006 NDLEA arrest, London ban
Nigerian actress Taiwo Akinwande, popularly known as Yetunde Wunmi, has recounted her ordeal 20 years after she was arrested for a drug-related offence. In September 2006, Wunmi was arrested by officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, while she was on her way to Europe. The actress, who was arrested for possession…
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RCCG repatriates first batch of 107 Nigerians home from South Africa
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has facilitated the repatriation of 107 Nigerians from South Africa, who arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos, on Thursday night. The returnees are the first batch of 500 Nigerians whose air transportation from Johannesburg to Lagos is being funded by the RCCG following an appeal from the Nigerian diplomatic mission…
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TG Omori opens up on recovery process after failed kidney transplant
By Damilola Akinwale – Nigerian music video director, ThankGod Omori, popularly known as TG Omori, has opened up about his traumatic recovery journey following a failed kidney transplant. Omori, who has previously kept the public informed about his health status, spoke during an interview on the Afropolitan podcast published on YouTube on Wednesday, where he recounted his experience with kidney…
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Isbae U opens up on inspiration behind ‘Curiosity Made Me Ask’
Nigerian skit maker Adebayo Ridwan, popularly known as Isbae U, has revealed the inspiration behind his interview series, “Curiosity Made Me Ask”. Isbae U spoke about the project during a recent appearance on the Morayo Show, saying it was part of his journey of self-discovery in the entertainment industry. The content creator said he was inspired by “Between Two Ferns”,…
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Tinubu celebrates King Sunny Ade at 80, hails musical excellence
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian music legend, Chief Sunday Adeniyi Adegeye, popularly known as King Sunny Ade, on his 80th birthday. In a statement issued by the State House on Tuesday, Tinubu described the juju music icon as an exemplar of musical excellence and cultural ambassadorship. The president said King Sunny Ade had enriched Nigeria and brought joy to…
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Ohaneze Ndigbo marks 50th anniversary with book launch in Lagos
Ohaneze Ndigbo, the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, has marked its 50th anniversary with a book launch and sober reflection on the organisation’s five-decade history. Eminent Igbo sons and daughters, including traditional rulers and other prominent stakeholders, gathered at Dover Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, for the golden jubilee celebration. Unlike the usual anniversary celebrations characterised by dancing and merrymaking, the event featured…
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Enugu governor appoints Nollywood’s Eucharia Anunobi, Rachael Okonkwo as aides
By Damilola Akinwale – Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has approved the appointment of Nollywood thespians Eucharia Anunobi and Rachael Okonkwo as his aides. Their appointments were contained in a public announcement issued on Monday by the Secretary to the Enugu State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia. The actresses were among the 101 new aides appointed to various positions, including…
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Peter Okoye tells court he received $800,000 in Psquare royalties
Peter Okoye, a member of the defunct music duo Psquare, has told a Federal High Court in Lagos that he received more than $800,000 in royalties from French music rights organisation SACEM but did not give any portion to his elder brother, Jude Okoye. Peter made the disclosure on Monday while testifying virtually before Justice Alexander Owoeye and being cross-examined…
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