Category: entertainment
Bill Mandating Facebook, Bloggers, Others to Have Offices in Nigeria Passes Second Reading in Senate
A bill seeking to amend the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023, and requiring social media platforms and bloggers to establish physical offices in Nigeria has passed its second reading in the Senate. Sponsored by Senator Ned Nwoko (Delta North), the bill aims to regulate digital platforms operating in the country, promote accountability, and address challenges…
Court Orders Arrest of Social Media Activist VeryDarkMan for Defamation
An Abuja Chief Magistrate Court sitting at Wuse Zone 6 has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of controversial social media activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). The arrest order was issued on Thursday following a criminal defamation case filed by renowned gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. Magistrate Emmanuel Iyana directed the Nigeria…
National Theater Transformation to Unlock $25 Billion Creative Sector Potential, Says CBN Governor Cardoso
Lagos, Nigeria – The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, has declared that the transformation of the National Theater in Lagos will serve as a catalyst for unlocking the $25 billion income potential of Nigeria’s creative sector. Cardoso made the statement during a press briefing following a tour of the upgraded National Theater,…
Peter Obi Attends Launch of Chimamanda Adichie’s New Book in London
Former Nigerian presidential candidate Peter Obi was among the distinguished guests at the launch of acclaimed author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s latest novel, Dream Count, held at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in London over the weekend. The event, which attracted approximately 3,000 attendees, celebrated Adichie’s literary prowess and sparked discussions on Nigeria’s potential for…
President Tinubu Hosts Super Bowl Champion Moro Ojomo at Aso Rock
President Bola Tinubu on Friday hosted Moro Ojomo, the Nigerian-born American football star and Super Bowl LIX champion, at the State House in Abuja. Ojomo, who plays for the Philadelphia Eagles, was accompanied by his father, Ololade; mother, Bimbo; and sister, Modele, during the visit. The 23-year-old athlete, who was born in Lagos and moved…
Bruno Labbadia Appointed as 37th Head Coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles
Abuja, August 27, 2024 — The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially announced the appointment of German football tactician Bruno Labbadia as the new Head Coach of Nigeria’s Senior Men’s National Team, the Super Eagles. This decision was confirmed by the NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, in a statement released early Tuesday morning. “The…
The Ijebu Agemo Festival: A Celebration of Tradition and Harvest
The vibrant and culturally rich Ijebu Agemo Festival is set to commence on July 2nd, 2024, and conclude on July 4th, 2024. This annual festival, which marks the welcome of fresh yams, is a time-honored tradition celebrated every July. The Ijebu Kingdom, known for its deep-rooted cultural heritage, invites all sons and daughters of the…
Former Cameraman Sues Megan Thee Stallion Over Alleged Sexual Incident and Fat-Shaming
In a startling turn of events, hip-hop sensation Megan Thee Stallion is facing legal action from her former cameraman, Emilio Garcia, who alleges he was subjected to a distressing and humiliating experience while working with the rapper. According to court documents filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Tuesday, April 23, Garcia claims that…
Court Orders Mohbad’s Wife to Undergo DNA Test
A significant development has emerged in the ongoing legal dispute concerning the paternity of late singer Mohbad’s child, as a Magistrate Court sitting in the Ikorodu area of Lagos has issued an order for Mohbad’s wife, Wunmi, to undergo a DNA test. In a statement released by Monisola Odumosu, a member of the legal team…
Hon. Abiola Makinde Leads Unveiling and Groundbreaking Ceremony of Ekiwood Movie Village: A Game-Changer in Ondo’s Entertainment Sphere
Ondo State witnessed a historic moment as Hon. Chief Abiola Makinde PhD, the Atunluse of Ondo Kingdom and a distinguished member of the House of Representatives, broke new ground in the entertainment industry with the unveiling and groundbreaking ceremony of Ekiwood Movie Village. This groundbreaking initiative not only marks a significant milestone in Hon. Makinde’s…