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President Tinubu salutes 2Baba at 50, praises global impact
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian music legend Innocent Ujah Idibia, popularly known as 2Face or 2Baba, on his 50th birthday, describing him as a national treasure whose music has inspired generations and elevated Nigeria’s image on the global stage. In a goodwill message on Thursday, President Tinubu praised the singer’s resilience, creativity, and enduring contributions…
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A bold leap into storytelling at TIFF – Omotola Jalade Ekeinde’s directorial debut, by Babajide Fadoju
Known to millions as a magnetic actress, Ekeinde has long been a household name, her face synonymous with the emotional depth and cultural resonance of Nigerian film. But her latest chapter, unveiled at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) with her directorial debut, Mother’s Love, marks a switch, not just for her career but for the broader narrative of…
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FG partners global platform SOOP to strengthen nation’s digital creative ecosystem
The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SOOP Co. Ltd, a global leader in live-streaming and digital content, to enhance Nigeria’s digital creative industry. The development was disclosed by the Honourable Minister, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, in a post on Tuesday via the X platform (formerly Twitter). She…
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Eno urges creative industry mentorship as Akwa Ibom hosts DGN at 25
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has called on the Directors’ Guild of Nigeria (DGN) to be intentional about mentoring young creatives to ensure the sustainability of Nigeria’s entertainment industry. He made the call during a dinner held in honour of the Guild’s leadership, who were in the state to celebrate DGN’s 25th anniversary and participate in the State’s…
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Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde premieres directorial debut Mother’s Love at TIFF50
Veteran Nollywood actress and TIME 100 honoree, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, premiered her directorial debut, Mother’s Love, at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The exclusive screening was held at TIFF’s Lightbox 5 and marked a major career milestone for the actress, celebrating her transition from screen icon to filmmaker. Mother’s Love is a deeply emotional exploration of maternal strength, focusing…
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Lagos to host Africa’s premier Children’s Book Festival in October
Nigeria’s largest children’s literary event, the Akada Children’s Book Festival (ACBF), is set to return for its seventh edition on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The festival will take place at the UPBEAT Recreation Center in Lekki, Lagos, under the theme “Book An Adventure.” This year’s theme encourages children to explore reading as a gateway to imagination, knowledge, and culture. According…
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Why I cooked 200 bags of rice instead of 250 — Hilda Baci
Nigerian celebrity chef and Guinness World Record holder, Hilda Baci, has explained why she opted to cook 200 bags of rice instead of the initially planned 250 in her bid to set a new world record for the largest serving of Nigerian-style Jollof rice. Baci, who became a household name in 2023 after her record-breaking cook-a-thon, kicked off her latest…
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Nollywood actresses can’t afford G-Wagons from acting alone, says Yemi Solade
Nollywood veteran Yemi Solade has claimed that no actress in the Nigerian film industry can afford luxury vehicles like G-Wagons solely from their acting income. Speaking on a recent episode of the Honest Bunch podcast, Solade expressed skepticism over how some actresses acquire expensive cars, pointing out that the current earnings from acting do not support such purchases. He emphasized…
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Chess champion Onakoya quits X over emotional strain
Nigerian chess champion and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, Tunde Onakoya, has announced his decision to step away from 𝕏 (Twitter), citing the need to protect his mental and emotional well-being. Onakoya, celebrated for using chess to transform the lives of children in disadvantaged communities, explained that the constant negativity on the platform had become overwhelming. In a message…
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Wole Soyinka recounts abduction, robbery in Romania
Nobel Laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka has recounted a harrowing experience of being abducted and robbed in Bucharest, Romania, during a recent visit to attend the Sibiu International Theatre Festival (FITS). Speaking in an exclusive interview with TheNEWS/PMNEWS in Lagos, Soyinka said the incident occurred shortly after his midnight arrival in Bucharest, where he was invited as Guest of Honour to…
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