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Lagos Speaker Obasa celebrates 52nd birthday with school children
…awards N5 million to student victim of police incident The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, celebrated his upcoming 52nd birthday on Friday with students from various schools across the state, emphasizing the importance of education and warning against social vices. Held at Oyewole Primary School in Agege, the event featured Dr. Obasa presenting…
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Basketmouth, AY Makun address 17-year feud on podcast
By Tosin Brown After a 17-year rift, Nigerian comedians Basketmouth and AY Makun have finally appeared together on AY’s podcast, Glass House with AY, to discuss the origins of their feud, its impact on younger comedians, and the comedy industry as a whole. In this latest episode, AY and Basketmouth reflected on the longstanding dispute that began in 2006 over…
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‘ I am not gay,’ says Desmond Elliot
By Tosin Brown Nigerian actor, director, and Lagos Assembly member Desmond Elliot has addressed recent allegations questioning his sexuality. In a recent interview on TVC, Elliot dismissed the rumors, describing them as baseless and unworthy of a response. “Why would I respond to an allegation that neither increases nor decreases my life?” he asked. A controversial blogger had previously listed…
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Mo Abudu, Musawa, to attend NFVCB’s 4th PAO Nigeria Digital Content Conference
By Tosin Brown Media mogul and entrepreneur Dr. Mo Abudu, alongside the Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musawa, are set to attend the National Film and Video Censors Board’s (NFVCB) 4th Peace Anyiam Osigwe Nigeria Digital Content Regulation Conference. Dr. Abudu will deliver the keynote address at the conference, scheduled for November 14–15 in…
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Snoop Dogg lists Slick Rick, Ice Cube, among his all-time best rappers
By Tosin Brown American hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg recently named his top three rappers of all time during an interview with Jimmy Kimmel. When asked to list his greatest rap artists, Snoop cited Slick Rick, Ice Cube, and himself. “Slick Rick, Ice Cube, and Snoop Dogg,” he replied confidently. Snoop’s selection has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with fans…
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Portable claims he has more hit songs than Burna Boy
By Tosin Brown Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has claimed that he has more hit songs than Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy. In a video circulating on social media, Portable asserted that his success as a hitmaker surpasses that of Burna Boy, emphasizing that he was not merely bragging. “I have more hit songs than Burna Boy.…
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Nigerian creative industry records historic growth, hits over N5bn at Box Office
Nigeria’s creative industry has reached an unprecedented milestone, with box office revenue surpassing N5 billion as of September 2024. This achievement was highlighted by renowned actor Dr. Patric Doyle during the 7th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS) in Abuja, where he moderated a panel discussion on investment opportunities in Nigeria’s creative sector. Doyle emphasized the remarkable growth in the industry,…
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Thunderbolt star Wale Macaulay passes away
By Tosin Brown Nigerian actor and film producer Wale Macaulay has passed away. Western Post learned of his death through a prominent stakeholder in the Nigerian film industry. The news was confirmed by Seun Oloketuyi, founder of the Best of Nollywood Awards. Born Adewole Adisa Macaulay, Wale Macaulay was a seasoned actor, director, producer, and a veteran of Nollywood. He…
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Chidinma Adetshina shines ahead 73rd Miss Universe
By Tosin Brown Nigerian beauty queen Chidinma Adetshina is gaining attention in Mexico as she prepares to represent Nigeria at the 73rd Miss Universe competition. Adetshina, who was initially disqualified in South Africa but later emerged victorious in Nigeria, has been ranked 2nd in the global Miss Universe pre-arrival hot picks. This ranking was revealed in a viral pre-arrival poll…
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Ufoma McDermott attributes kidney disease to painkiller abuse
By Tosin Brown Nollywood actress Ufoma McDermott has linked her struggle with kidney disease to prolonged painkiller abuse. In a recent interview, McDermott opened up about her 12-year journey with kidney disease and urged the public to prioritize their health. “I truly wish everyone understood the importance of health,” she said, reflecting on her family’s experience. “My brother was diagnosed…
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