South African host and comedian, Trevor Noah is facing backlash after advertising a new tourism campaign. He encourages visitors to explore South Africa’s diverse cultures, stunning landscapes, wildlife and local cuisine. However, many social media users have criticised the campaign, arguing that it does not address concerns about xenophobic attacks and anti-foreigner sentiment that have…
Singer and actress Cassie Ventura is facing new allegations from a former male escort, Clayton Howard, who had filed a lawsuit in connection to Diddy.But Howard has publicly responded to her attempt to have his lawsuit dismissed, alleging that she and her legal team try to discredit and harass him. He also argued that Cassie’s…
“Abeg” used to be a soft appeal. Today, in Nigeria, especially Lagos, it has become a language of survival.It slips into conversations, softened with humor or wrapped in politeness. “Abeg, help me.” “Show me love.” “Anything for the weekend?” “Send something.” What once carried hesitation now moves freely across social and economic spaces.But begging is…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, was conferred with the prestigious traditional chieftaincytitle of Yeye Asiwaju Gbogbo Ile Oodua (The Matron and Mother Leader of the Entire Yoruba Land) by the paramount ruler of the Yoruba race, the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II. The colourful installation ceremony took…
D’Angelo, the Grammy-winning R&B singer recognized by his raspy yet smooth voice and for garnering mainstream attention with the shirtless “Untitled (How Does It Feel)” music video, has died. He was 51. The singer, whose real name was Michael Eugene Archer, died Tuesday after a long bout with cancer, his family said in a statement….
Famous comedian Jimmy Kimmel’s recent ratings surge appears to have been short-lived, according to reports. The late-night host’s show had experienced a massive surge upon returning from a brief suspension over his controversial remarks about Charlie Kirk’s murder and MAGA. However, that gain has reportedly nosedived by a sizable percentage, leaving the future of Jimmy…
Embattled former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Geoffrey Nnaji, has said his resignation from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet was a decision to protect his integrity and prevent distractions to the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda. He had resigned from his post on Tuesday, amid controversies surrounding academic records and allegations of certificate forgery. Nnaji,…
The Nigerian media industry has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death ofSomtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, popularly known as Sommie, a News Anchor, Reporter,and Producer with Arise Television.Maduagwu reportedly passed away in the early hours of Sunday after an armed robbery attack ather residence in the Katampe area of Abuja. According to preliminary reports, armed…
The Federal Government has announced the official theme for Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day: “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation.” In a statement released on Wednesday, in Abuja, by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), the…
The office of Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been unsealed by the authorities of the National Assembly. The Deputy Director, Sergeant At Arms Alabi Adedeji, unsealed the office on Sept 23. Mr Adedeji in a video obtained by News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, said: I hereby unseal the office of Sen. Natasha Akpoti -Uduaghan. This development…
