It’s rare to get sponsorship for literary activities in Nigeria, Udenwe laments as he tours Nigeria for ‘Years of Shame’
Award-winning writer and civil engineer, Obinna Udenwe, has expressed sadness over the lack of corporate support and sponsorship for literary and artistic endeavours in Nigeria, as is easily seen in some countries of the world. Udenwe, author of ‘Colours of Hatred’ and ‘Satans & Shaitans’, disclosed this in Minna, the Niger State capital, as part […]
It’s sad Yoruba history is taught in English, Ifa practice fading away —Adegbola
Scientist, linguist, and culture activist, Dr Tunde Adegbola, has lamented that the Yoruba language is now taught in English, expressed worry about how the Ifa practice is fading away, and expressed concern about how artificial intelligence (AI) is making people lazy. The polymath made this known during a recent literary event in Ibadan tagged ‘The […]
“Thanks for greatest first 20 years ever,” Rihanna expresses gratitude to God, fans
Global music icon, Robyn Rihanna Fenty, popularly known as Rihanna, has celebrated two decades in the entertainment industry with a heartfelt message of gratitude to her fans, family, and industry collaborators. In an emotional note shared on X on Saturday, the Barbadian-born superstar reflected on the life-changing decision she made 20 years ago to leave […]
Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez arrives Abuja for official visit
Colombian Vice President Francia Márquez, yesterday, arrived in Abuja for a three-day official visit to Nigeria, a move expected to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation between the two nations. Márquez’s delegation includes cabinet ministers, top government officials, and business leaders. She is also accompanied by her spouse, Mr Rafael Yerney Pinillo Ocoró. They were […]
Olugbile, Obioma, May shortlisted for Nigeria Prize for Literature, winner smiles home with $100,000 on October 10
The Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) Limited, sponsors of the Nigeria Prize for Literature, has announced Oyin Olugbile, Chigozie Obioma, and Nikki May as finalists for the 2025 edition of the prize in the fiction category. Sophia Horsfall, General Manager of External Relations and Sustainable Development and Senior Management Executive at NLNG, made this announcement […]
“I was depressed, thought I was suicidal,” veteran broadcaster Morayo Afolabi-Brown confesses
Nigerian television host, Morayo Afolabi-Brown, has revealed her struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts, alongside the personal and professional controversies that defined her 12-year journey on TVC’s flagship programme, Your View. Afolabi-Brown, who resigned earlier this year from her role as lead host of the morning talk show, made the disclosure during an interview with […]
Lawyer who sued Ogun governor over EndSARS, sues Governor Sanwo-Olu for blocking him on X
A Lagos-based human rights lawyer, Festus Ogun, has filed a lawsuit against Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu at the Federal High Court in Lagos, accusing him of violating his constitutional rights by blocking him on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account. Recall that Festus Ogun, founder of FOLEGAL, in November 2021, sued Ogun State Governor […]
California governor, LA mayor knock US President for revoking former VP Harris’ security protection
The United States President Donald Trump has been criticised by the California governor’s spokesperson and the Los Angeles mayor for terminating the Secret Service protection of former Vice President Kamala Harris. The termination of Vice President Harris was disclosed on Friday by a senior White House official. The decision to revoke Harris’ security detail comes […]
Falz announces engagement, shares pre-wedding photos concealing fiancée’s face
Nigerian rapper, actor, and human rights activist Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has announced his engagement, sharing pre-wedding photos with his fiancée on Instagram on Thursday. In the announcement — which has drawn widespread attention across social media, with fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry congratulating him — Falz wrote: “It has been […]
Tinubu’s government rewards TeenEagle global champion Nafisat Abdullahi with N200,000
The Federal Government of Nigeria has awarded 17-year-old Nafisat Abdullahi from Yobe State, winner of the 2025 TeenEagle Global Finals competition, with a cash prize of N200,000. The award was presented on Thursday, in Abuja, by the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, alongside the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suiwaba Ahmad. Abdullahi, representing the […]