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Paddy Adenuga announces sister Sade’s upcoming wedding

By Tosin Brown Paddy Adenuga, son of Globacom chairman Mike Adenuga, has announced that his sister, Sade, is set to get married. Paddy shared the news on X (formerly Twitter) via his official handle recently, writing: “My lil sis Sade is getting married y’all!!” The wedding, scheduled for October 26 in Lagos, is expected to attract notable figures from across…

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AGN announces passing of another actor

By Tosin Brown The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has announced the death of another actor, Ayo Emmanuel. In a brief statement, the AGN revealed that Emmanuel passed away on the morning of Wednesday, October 23. While the cause of his death is not yet known, the deceased, widely known as “Nollywood policeman” for his roles and character portrayals, grew…

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Halima Abubakar begs Apostle Suleiman after AGN indefinite ban

By Tosin Brown Nollywood actress and producer Halima Abubakar has issued an apology to Apostle Johnson Suleman for falsely accusing him of immorality. In a recent public apology to the Senior Pastor and General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries International, Abubakar begged for forgiveness after defaming the clergyman. In a statement shared on her Instagram account on October 23, Abubakar…

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Davido to release new single ahead of 32nd birthday

By Tosin Brown Award-winning singer and record label executive Davido has announced plans to release his new single, Awuke, on October 31. The single is set for release ahead of his 32nd birthday, scheduled for November 21. The upcoming single features U.S. singer YG Marley. Davido confirmed the single’s release in a recent Instagram post. He accompanied the post with…

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Herbert Wigwe: Lagos Court orders Christian Wigwe to appear over estate dispute

By Kunle Sanni The Probate Registry of the Lagos High Court has summoned Christian Chukwuka Wigwe to appear within eight days regarding a legal challenge he has filed over the estate of the late Herbert Wigwe, former CEO of Access Bank. Christian, who claims to be Herbert Wigwe’s cousin, is contesting the distribution of the late banker’s estate as outlined…

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AFRIMA President Mike Dada loses wife

The Executive Producer and President of All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), Mr Mike Dada, has lost his wife, Mrs Modupe Temitope Dada, to the cold hands of death. Mrs Dada passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Duchess Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos, after a brief illness. In a statement on Monday by AFRIMA International Secretariat, Mr Dada, who is also…

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Immigration confirms arrest of Bobrisky at Seme Border

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has confirmed the arrest of controversial crossdresser Idris Okuneye also known as Bobrisky at the Seme Border. The Service in a statement on Monday night said the social media sensation was arrested while trying to flee Nigeria. A spokesman for the Service, DCI KT Udo, described Bobrisky as a person of interest over recent issues…

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Sanwo-Olu’s spokesman, Gboyega Akosile, to receive UNILORIN distinguished alumni award

Adegboyega Akosile, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is set to be honored with the prestigious University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) Distinguished Alumni Award. The award ceremony will take place on Monday, October 21, 2024, at the university’s Multipurpose Hall as part of the 2024 convocation events. Akosile, a respected media expert and journalist, is…

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First Lady celebrates General Gowon at 90, hails his patriotism, simplicity

By Kunle Sanni First Lady Oluremi Tinubu on Saturday joined dignitaries in Abuja to celebrate the 90th birthday of former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon. Speaking at a special thanksgiving service at the National Christian Centre, the First Lady highlighted Gowon’s lifetime of humility, grace, and commitment to the country as a beacon of hope for Nigeria’s future. Among…

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AGN suspends Halima Abubakar over alleged defamation

By Tosin Brown Popular Nollywood actress and producer, Halima Abubakar, has been suspended indefinitely by the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN). Abubakar’s suspension follows accusations of defamation against her colleagues and other prominent Nigerians. In a statement released by the AGN, a special investigative panel found Halima Abubakar guilty of making defamatory statements about her colleagues and patrons, as well…

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