A closure of the world’s most strategic oil chokepoint would punish fuel importing economies across Sub-Saharan Africa but it could also force the continent to finance energy security through renewables, not rhetoric. Any prolonged disruption of the Strait of Hormuz would send an immediate shock through Africa’s economies. The waterway carried about 20 million barrels […]

By Ayo Onikoyi Gifted actress, screenwriter and filmmaker Tierny Olalere was a recent guest on the inspirational and lifestyle podcast Conversations With Kenni, hosted by media personality and visibility strategist Kehinde Ajose. In the episode, she opened up about her journey in Nollywood, reflecting on her early struggles, the sacrifices behind her career growth, and […]

By Ayon Onikoyi Nigerian actress, reality TV star, and model Beverly Osu has addressed the perception that she is controversial, stating that she has never intentionally tried to provoke reactions or create public conversations. Speaking on the Creativtea Podcast, Beverly reflected on her upbringing, revealing that she grew up in Lagos and had a strong […]

By Ayo Onikoyi Fast-rising Nollywood actress and filmmaker Abidemi Adisa has acknowledged the existence of the controversial sex-for-role practice in the Nigerian movie industry, saying it remains one of the factors discouraging talented individuals from pursuing careers in entertainment. The actress, however, disclosed that she has never been pressured to exchange sexual favors for movie […]

By Ayo Onikoyi Nollywood actress and producer Ayomide Dawodu has revealed that she remains single and is in no hurry to remarry, years after the end of a relationship she described as memorable despite its painful conclusion. Speaking in an interview with Potpourri, the indigenous Lagos-born filmmaker said she has not found love since her […]