By Ebunoluwa Sessou Veteran Nollywood actor, writer, director and producer Joseph Okechukwu, popularly known as King Joe Okechukwu, is set to make a return to filmmaking after an eight-year break with the historical drama Properties of the Gods, starring movie icon Pete Edochie. The film, distributed nationwide by Nile Entertainment, is scheduled for release in […]

By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Rotary Club of Lekki Golden has reinforced efforts to improve maternal and child healthcare in Lagos with a comprehensive health outreach that provided free medical services, health insurance enrolment and childbirth support for mothers and children. The outreach, held on Saturday at the Obalende Primary Health Centre near Dodan Barracks, was […]

By Ebunoluwa SessouWomen in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ) has marked its 25th anniversary with a global health and wellness initiative, “WIMBIZ Fit at 25,” aimed at promoting physical fitness while advancing female leadership. The simultaneous aerobics session was held in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Uyo, Ibadan and London, with members from over 20 […]

By Dickson Omobola Organisers of the Itsekiri Global Homecoming have appointed Overland Airways as the official airline carrier. The Itsekiri Global Homecoming will be held August 16 to 22, 2026. It features activities marking the 5th anniversary of the coronation of the Olu of Warri, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwase III, billed as the premier gathering […]

By Tony-Okafor Favour Big Brother Naija’s ‘Show Ya Sef’ season got off to a fiery start last Sunday, and one of the biggest talking points wasn’t a fight or a romance . It was housemate Abi’s marital status. The chef, model and entrepreneur revealed during the premiere that she is married, and fans have since […]

By Benjamin Njoku The Electronic Media Content Owners Association of Nigeria (EMCOAN) has officially announced the fifth edition of the Nigerian Electronic Media Content Exhibition and Awards (NEMCEA 2026). NEMCEA, Nigeria foremost International Media event is a three in one activation with focus on Conference, Content Exhibition and Industry Awards Nite. Scheduled to take place […]

By Benjamin Njoku The Performing Musicians Employers’ Association of Nigeria,PMAN, has praised Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, for his consistent support to Nigerian entertainers battling health challenges. In a letter signed by PMAN President, Mr. Pretty Okafor, the association expressed deep appreciation for the governor’s compassion and quick interventions for musicians and actors in […]

By Ayo Onikoyi A Nigerian-developed social networking platform, PersonsLikeYou says it is seeking to redefine online interactions by prioritising meaningful relationships over the popularity-driven engagement model that dominates many mainstream social media platforms. The platform was developed to help users connect with people who share similar interests, personalities and values through artificial intelligence powered matching, […]

By Kingsley Omonobi Troops of the 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, under the 2 Division, have rescued 14 kidnapped victims following a kidnap incident along the Lagos–Benin Expressway in Ovia North-East Local Government Area of Edo State. The operation, conducted under Operation Whirl Stroke, followed credible intelligence received by troops on routine patrol at about 9:30 […]

By Matilda IkediobiLAGOS — Africa’s richest man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote; Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, Mr Jim Ovia; former President of the African Development Bank, Dr Akinwumi Adesina; businesswoman and philanthropist, Mrs Folorunsho Alakija; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume; and several other distinguished Nigerians have emerged winners at […]