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Gospel music star Omije Ojumi dies at 45 after battling illness
Nigerian gospel music artiste Bunmi Akinnanu Adeoye, popularly known by her stage name Omije Ojumi, has passed away at the age of 45. Born on November 19, 1979, the celebrated gospel musician died late Tuesday night after a prolonged illness affecting her leg. Omije Ojumi, who left a decade-long career in banking to pursue gospel music, had openly appealed for…
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Mattel launches new Barbie dolls with autism, blindness, vitiligo for inclusive representation
By Folashade Olorunfemi – American toy producer and entertainment company Mattel has once again demonstrated its commitment to global diversity and inclusivity, launching its debut autistic Barbie doll. The release expands its Fashionistas line, which already includes dolls with Down syndrome, a blind Barbie, and Barbie and Ken figures with vitiligo. The doll was developed over 18 months in partnership…
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Hadiza ate Christmas lunch with me but forgot to mention her wedding – Gbajabiamila
By Kunle Sanni – The Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, has revealed that Hajiya Hadiza Bala Usman, Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination, did not inform him about her wedding despite their close relationship. Gbajabiamila made the disclosure in Abuja on Tuesday while speaking at a colloquium organised to mark the 50th birthday…
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Popular comedienne, Princess, calls out clergymen over her singlehood
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Comedienne and actress Damilola Adekoya, popularly known as Princess, has appealed to well-known clerics to help her connect with eligible men in their congregations. Princess made the plea on Instagram on Monday, calling specifically on Pastor Bolaji Idowu, Pastor Phillip, Pastor Jerry Eze, Apostle Selman, and Apostle Femi Lazarus to link her to responsible and kind…
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Court remands Portable over assault, car theft allegations in Ogun
Controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been arraigned before a Federal High Court in Ota, Ogun State, over multiple criminal allegations, including assault, theft and obstruction of police officers. Portable was arraigned on Monday on a nine-count charge filed by the Ogun State Police Command. The charges include assault, causing harm, theft and resisting arrest. The arraignment…
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Regina Daniels confirms arrest warrant over $40,000 theft allegation by Ned Nwoko
The ongoing marital dispute between Nollywood actress Regina Daniels and her husband, Ned Nwoko, has escalated into a legal confrontation, with Daniels confirming that an arrest warrant has been issued against her and members of her family. Daniels made the disclosure on Monday during a live broadcast on Instagram, where she said the warrant followed allegations by Nwoko that she…
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Mrs Lucia Onabanjo, wife of first civilian governor of Ogun State dies at 100 years
The family of Chief Victor Olabisi Onabanjo, former Governor of Ogun State, has announced the passing of his wife, Chief (Mrs.) Lucia Onabowale Onabanjo, at the age of 100. Chief Mrs Onabanjo, who was also a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on Monday, 11th January 2026. In a statement, the family expressed profound sorrow while giving thanks to God…
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Lagos remains engine room of Africa’s creative economy, says Sanwo-Olu
By Adeola Ogunrinde Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to keeping Lagos open to the world, competitive in innovation, and firmly positioned as Africa’s leading hub for creative and cultural enterprise. He said the state government remains dedicated to partnering with the Federal Government and continental institutions to ensure Africa’s creativity translates into sustainable value, shared…
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Nollywood star Funke Akindele sets record as ‘Behind The Scenes’ hits ₦2bn
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele’s new release, Behind The Scenes, has delivered a groundbreaking performance by surpassing the ₦2 billion mark at the box office, establishing itself as one of Nollywood’s leading films in the African movie industry. This was disclosed on Monday by the movie’s distributor, FilmOne Entertainment, in a Twitter post describing the…
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Afrobeats star Rema leads winners list at 9th AFRIMA awards
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Nigeria’s Afrobeats star, Rema, emerged Artiste of the Year at the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), beating several other nominated superstars. The ceremony, organised by the AFRIMA Executive Committee in partnership with the African Union, was held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, with strong support from the Lagos State…
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