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AMVCA 2025: Lateef Adedimeji, Femi Adebayo win big at 11th edition

By Tosin Brown The 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards was held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Eko Hotels, Lagos. The awards ceremony was hosted by 16-year-old David Oke and IK Osakioduwa. The 11th AMVCAs had big winners, including Blessing Uzzi’s Freedom Way for Best Movie of the Year, Femi Adebayo for Best Actor in a…

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Desmond Elliot recounts narrow escape during EndSARS protests

By Tosin Brown Nigerian actor and lawmaker Desmond Elliot has opened up about a terrifying experience during the 2020 EndSARS protests. The Surulere representative revealed how he narrowly escaped an attack by an angry mob. In a recent interview with Nollywood On Radio, Elliot shared the harrowing details of being trapped in his Surulere constituency office during the government-imposed curfew.…

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Who was Yemi Ogunyemi of NTA Ibadan ‘Ẹ Ń BÁ LÁYÀ’ fame who died?

People who do not know the antecedents of the late Baale Oluyole Estate, Ibadan, Chief Yemi Ogunyemi, who passed away recently, would see him as just a community leader. To many others, however, he would be remembered as one of the finest television presenters in the Yoruba language in the 70s and 80s, who pioneered the type of programme Frank…

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Why I accepted to be king — Okey Bakassi

By Tosin Brown Nigerian actor and comedian Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule, popularly known as Okey Bakassi, has explained why he accepted the role of traditional ruler of the Umuihuocha Autonomous Community in Imo State. He was elected king of the community on April 28 and officially assumed the title His Royal Highness Eze Okechukwu Onyegbule, Okwe II of Umuihuocha Obohia Autonomous…

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EFCC releases VeryDarkMan from custody 

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released the Social media activist, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, from their custody. This was announced on Wednesday evening by former presidential candidate and activist, Omoyele Sowore, via his X handle. ” Thanks to unrelenting efforts of all @thatverydarkman has been released from unjust detention at the @officialEFCC. He is with his…

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Funke Treasure bags triple honour at 2024 Gender Awards

Celebrated Nigerian journalist, author, and gender advocate, Anike-Ade Funke Treasure Akintoye, has been honoured with three recognitions at the 2024 Accenture Gender Mainstreaming Awards. The awards, organised by Business Engage and supported by global consultancy firm Accenture, celebrate individuals and organisations championing gender equality, diversity, and inclusion across Africa. The initiative highlights transformative efforts that promote sustainable development and inclusive…

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Iyabo Ojo interrogated by EFCC over currency spray at lavish wedding

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, also known as the Queen Mother, recently revealed that she was invited for questioning by Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) concerning her daughter’s extravagant wedding ceremony. In a statement posted to her Instagram account on Tuesday, Ojo explained that she received the EFCC’s invitation while she was abroad in the United Kingdom. Upon her…

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Ruth Kadiri celebrates YouTube recognition as top female creator

By Tosin Brown Filmmaker and actress Ruth Kadiri has expressed her joy after being honored by YouTube as one of the top four female creators redefining creativity and shaping the platform as a hub for cultural storytelling and global connection. Kadiri took to Instagram to thank God and YouTube for the recognition. In her words: “The other day, YouTube celebrated…

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Eniola Ajao reveals she got pregnant at 20 while in Yabatech

By Tosin Brown Nigerian actress and filmmaker Eniola Ajao has revealed she got pregnant at the age of 20 while studying at the City University of Technology, Yaba, formerly known as Yaba College of Technology. Speaking on the Talk To B podcast, Ajao recounted the emotional turmoil and fear she experienced at the time. “Getting pregnant at 20 was dramatic.…

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Seun Kuti rattled as stray bullet hits U.S. hotel room

By Tosin Brown Seun Kuti has expressed his disappointment after a stray bullet struck his hotel room in the United States. The 42-year-old musician shared the harrowing experience on Instagram, posting a video that showed the damaged window and bullet hole. In his words, “I read somewhere that these are the civilized people. Tell me you are in America without…

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