2 mn read The Impact of Big Brother Naija as a Launchpad for Young Talent Big Brother Naija: A Launchpad for Success Since its inception in 2006, Big Brother Naija (BBN) has grown into the largest reality TV show in Nigeria and the most prominent on the African continent. Recognized as a powerful platform for launching the careers […]
2 mn read The Reign of Ga’a in the Old Oyo Empire: A Historical Overview Ga’a: The Notorious Kingmaker and Kingslayer Ga’a was a formidable and ruthless political figure in the 18th century Oyo Empire, known for his ability to both make and unmake kings. His rise to power and subsequent reign of terror is a significant chapter […]
< 1 mn read Big Brother Naija Season 9, themed “No Loose Guard,” has officially kicked off, bringing a fresh twist with housemates paired in duos. Here are the pairs set to bring excitement, drama, and fun to this season: Team Tami Members: Damilola and Toyosi Description: Known for their contrasting personalities, Damilola is hot-headed and doesn’t tolerate nonsense, […]
< 1 mn read In surprising news, Nigerian megastar Burna Boy has announced that he will be dropping a new album on July 30, 2024. This revelation, made on his X (formerly Twitter) account in the early hours of July 29, 2024, came with a brief message: “Album dropping 12M.” This announcement has sent fans into a state of […]
2 mn read Nollywood actor Williams Uchemba has taken a strong stance against the rising trend of ‘baby mama’ and ‘baby daddy’ relationships, condemning the practice as “madness” and “selfish.” On July 28, 2024, Uchemba addressed the issue on his Instagram account, specifically calling out individuals who intentionally have children to avoid the commitment of marriage. “Guys, what […]
< 1 mn read Nne and Chinne have won the first Custodian Challenge in the ongoing ‘No Lose Guard’ edition of Big Brother Naija Season 9. The Ndi Nne pair, consisting of an aunt and her niece, are now safe from this week’s eviction. This season, which features 14 pairs of housemates, has already seen a range of reactions […]
< 1 mn read American comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish had the internet in meltdown mode on Sunday after she posted a video of herself shopping at a store in Zimbabwe. The star is in Harare and gave her fans a tour of a shop she visited over the weekend. Haddish expressed her excitement, saying, “Look at the grocery […]
2 mn read Nigerian actress Destiny Etiko has expressed her frustration with the public’s enthusiasm for the return of Big Brother Naija, given the ongoing economic challenges and security concerns in the country. In a now-deleted Instagram story post, Etiko voiced her discontent, highlighting the contrast between the show’s popularity and the harsh realities currently faced by many […]
2 mn read The highly-anticipated ninth season of Big Brother Naija, titled “BBNaija: No Loose Guard,” debuted on Sunday, July 28, 2024, with 14 distinct duos, making a total of 28 housemates. These housemates will battle for the grand prize of ₦100 million over a 71-day journey filled with entertainment and drama. The premiere show featured performances from […]
< 1 mn read Nemsia Studio has announced the release date of their new film, *With Difficulty Comes Ease*, which will premiere on Prime Video on August 1, 2024. The announcement was made on their official Instagram page, expressing excitement about the release. The film, written and directed by Korede Azeez, features Uzoamaka Aniunoh, Ummi Baba Ahmed, Caleb Richard, […]
< 1 mn read Here are all the #1 songs of 2024 so far on Nigeria’s foremost music chart, the TurnTable Top 100: Kizz Daniel – “Twe Twe” (Remix) feat. Davido Chike – “Egwu” feat. Mohbad Kizz Daniel – “Showa” Shallipopi – “ASAP” Ruger & BNXN – “POE” Muyeez & Seyi Vibez – “Instagram” TiTom and Yuppe – “Tshwala […]
< 1 mn read The Federal Government clarified that it has no plans to reduce the allowances for scholarship students, contrary to recent media reports. This statement was made by the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, during a meeting with the leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) in Abuja. Reports had suggested that the Federal […]
< 1 mn read The Nigeria Labour Party (LP) is facing internal conflict as the 2014 executive members are demanding the implementation of a 2018 consent judgment. This judgment, if enforced, would nullify Julius Abure’s position as the national chairman, raising questions about the party’s stability. At a press conference in Abuja, Callistus Uju Okafor, who was the acting […]
< 1 mn read The House of Representatives in Nigeria has announced plans to remove federal universities from the Band A electricity tariff plan to alleviate the high electricity bills these institutions face. Rep. Abubakar Fulata, Chairman of the House Committee on University Education, made this statement after overseeing federal universities in the Northeast, including Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University […]
< 1 mn read The Federal Government of Nigeria reports an increase in oil revenue from 11% in the first half of 2023 to 30% in the first half of 2024. Finance Minister Wale Edun attributes this to reconfiguration and improvements in government finances. Non-oil revenue also saw a 30% increase compared to 2023, exceeding budget targets without tax […]
< 1 mn read The Cross River House of Assembly has approved a supplementary budget of ₦437.876 billion to support the governance and development initiatives of the state. The budget allocation includes: ₦151.684 billion for personnel costs ₦283.333 billion for capital expenditure ₦2.857 billion for statutory expenditure Governor Bassey Otu presented the Supplementary Appropriation Bill on July 18, which […]
< 1 mn read Senator Ifeanyi Ubah has significantly strengthened the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Anambra State with a notable donation of ₦71 million. This contribution includes ₦50 million from Ubah himself and additional amounts from various supporters: Princess Esom Nwafor Orizu: ₦5 million Prince Emeka Egwuekwe (Apakata Onyi Enugwu-Agidi): ₦5 million Chief Chinedu Okeke (Ekwe Ogidi): ₦5 […]
< 1 mn read Following his recent game-changing partnership with Mr Eazi’s emPawa Africa and the success of his single “Wayo”, which has surpassed 15 million streams, Afrobeats icon Tekno is back with a double single release. Out today under Cartel Music and emPawa Africa, Tekno unveils two new tracks: “Gon Gon” and “No Forget”. “Gon Gon” is an […]
< 1 mn read Nigerian rap sensation Odumodublvck has released a new single titled **”Not All That”** on July 26, 2024. This track continues his impressive streak of success since his mainstream breakthrough in 2022. Known for his chart-topping hits and his acclaimed album *Eziokwu*, Odumodublvck’s latest release maintains his reputation as a major force in Nigerian and African […]
< 1 mn read Nigerian rapper Falz recently discussed his long-standing commitment to activism, emphasizing that his involvement predates the 2020 ENDSARS movement. In a guest appearance on the Menisms Podcast, Falz clarified that his activism was deeply rooted in his upbringing and influences, rather than being sparked solely by the ENDSARS protests. Falz attributed his activist stance to […]
