Nudity in African films no big deal — Ekene Nnamani
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CDS Oluyede: Talking less, working harder as a General
By Toby Panfo Anyone can hold a rifle, but a true warrior is forged in character. A rare soldier is not defined by medals, rhetorics, sloganeering, or even ranks, but by the quiet qualities he demonstrates when no one is watching—especially when certain death stares him in the face. His obedience is not conditional on […]
FCET Umunze appoints new Provost, principal officers
The Governing Council of Federal College of Education (Technical), Umunze, has approved the appointment of new principal officers for the institution, with Dr. Ejezie Nonye emerging as the new Provost. Also appointed are Mr. Eze Joachim as Registrar, Mr. Oguegbulu Philip as Bursar, and Mr. Ameh Shaibu as Librarian. The appointments followed a screening and […]
Afrimillions rewards Amos Osibodu, Jonathan Anioke for near N1.2bn win
By Ayo Onikoyi Afrimillions has unveiled what it described as a unique customer appreciation initiative after two Nigerians, Amos Osibodu and Jonathan Anioke, narrowly missed winning its N1.2 billion jackpot by just one number. The company disclosed that both participants correctly predicted five out of the six jackpot numbers during separate draws, placing them only […]
2027: Lagos unite for Tinubu as lawmaker declares re-election bid
By Olasunkanmi Akoni Thousands of Eti-Osa residents in Lagos have declared their support for President Bola Tinubu, governorship hopeful Dr. Obafemi Hamzat and a member of the State House of Assembly, Noheem Adams, under the All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead of the forthcoming elections. Those who attended the event held at the weekend, were: the […]
Nollywood stars, entertainers storm Atlanta for Debby Classique fashion gala
Renowned celebrity designer and media entrepreneur, Debby Goodnews Silas, is set to host a star-studded edition of the Royal Fashion Show Gala Experience in Atlanta on May 30, 2026. The highly anticipated event is already generating excitement within fashion and entertainment circles, with several Nollywood actors, entertainers, and public figures expected to grace the occasion. […]
Group moves for reunification of Celestial Church worldwide
By Adesina Wahab A group within the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) Worldwide, known as the Concerned Celestians Forum (CCF), has begun efforts aimed at reconciling and reuniting the church after nearly 40 years of division. In a statement signed by its Convener, Evang. Segun Glorious Akande, the Forum expressed concern over the prolonged leadership […]
Estate firm unveils project, urges stronger regulation to curb building collapse
The Chief Executive Officer of KaySteph Group, Kolawole Emmanuel Omolaye, has called on the federal government for stricter regulatory enforcement and improved compliance with construction standards to curb the recurring cases of building collapse in Nigeria. Omolaye made the call while addressing newsmen during the groundbreaking ceremony of the Lily Crest Residence in Karasana on […]
EPC ’80 Set holds retreat, plans e-library, sick infirmary for alma mater
By Matilda Ikediobi Ekiti Parapo College Ido-Ekiti Dynamic ’80 Set Alumni Association plans to establish, among other things, e-library and sick infirmary in the school. The Set also plans to carry out a landscaping project in its alma mater while instituting an insurance scheme for its members. These were contained in a communique issued after […]
Super Falcons head to UK for 2026 WAFCON preparations
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will travel to the United Kingdom later this month for a short training tour as preparations continue for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Trabzonspor slap €15m price tag on Onuachu
Super Eagles striker, Paul Onuachu has been heavily linked with a transfer away from Trabzonspor in recent months.
At least 9 killed as Israel pounds Lebanon despite truce
Israel carried out strikes across Lebanon on Saturday, killing at least nine people in the south according to authorities, with raids also targeting a highway not far from Beirut outside of Hezbollah’s traditional strongholds.
Night of Glamour: Linda Ejiofor, Uzor Arukwe, Uche Montana Shine at AMVCA 2026
The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, AMVCA, went down last night at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos in a blaze of glory, with Nollywood stars stealing the spotlight.
‘My Father’s Shadow’ wins Best Movie at AMVCA
The movie, My Father’s Shadow, clinched the night’s top prize after edging several strong contenders in a tightly contested category that featured some of the year’s most talked-about African productions.
Brazil court suspends law aimed at reducing Bolsonaro sentence
A Brazilian Supreme Court justice on Saturday suspended implementation of a law that could reduce the prison sentence of former far-right president Jair Bolsonaro until legal challenges against it are heard, according to a document obtained by AFP.
AMVCA 2026: Lateef Adedimeji celebrates Lisabi win, dedicates award to wife
The 2026 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, AMVCA continued its celebration of African film excellence on Saturday night, with actor and filmmaker Lateef Adedimeji emerging winner in the Best Indigenous Movie (West Africa) category for his film Lisabi.

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