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Fubara tipped for Nobel Peace Prize over LG chairman saga
< 1 mn read In a notable endorsement, the Nigerians in Diaspora Monitoring Group (NDMG) has put forward Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State as a candidate for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his exceptional leadership qualities and dedication to upholding democracy and legality in the state. The group’s statement, released on June 18, 2024, highlighted several key achievements […]
Genevieve Nnaji says Hollywood made her feel like a ‘commodity’ after ‘Lionheart’
< 1 mn read Genevieve Nnaji, renowned Nigerian actress and filmmaker, recently shared her candid experience with seeking partnerships in Hollywood following the success of her film “Lionheart,” which was acquired by Netflix in 2018. Speaking at the 2024 AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum/Afreximbank Annual Meetings, where she acknowledged the support from Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX), Genevieve reflected on […]
77-year-old music practitioner passes away after brief illness
< 1 mn read Chief Femi Esho, chairman of Evergreen Musical Company and founder of the Evergreen Music Heritage Foundation, has passed away at the age of 77 after a brief illness. His daughter, Bimbo Esho, announced his death on Tuesday in Lagos, describing him as a revered figure in Nigeria’s music industry. In her statement, Bimbo Esho referred […]
BBNaija’s Avala calls Tolanibaj a bitch for refusing to play her song, Tbaj responds
< 1 mn read Tensions escalated between Big Brother Naija stars Tolani Baj and Avala Balogun after Avala publicly called out Tolani Baj for allegedly refusing to play her song during a recent DJ set. On June 18, 2024, Avala posted on social media, “Somebody tell this bitch she made an enemy out of me!!!!!!!! @tolanibaj,” sparking controversy. In […]
Sharon Ooja thanks friends for throwing her ‘the best bridal shower ever’
< 1 mn read Actress Sharon Ooja Egwurube recently took to Instagram to express deep gratitude to her close friends for organizing what she described as an unforgettable bridal shower. The event, held on June 15, 2024, was a star-studded affair attended by fellow celebrities such as Beverly Osu, Ini-Dima Okojie, Bisola Aiyeola, and several other close friends who […]
Canadian rapper Drake sets new global streaming record on Spotify
< 1 mn read Drake has achieved a historic milestone in the music industry by becoming the first artist ever to accumulate 100 billion streams on Spotify. This remarkable feat encompasses all tracks where Drake is credited, whether as a lead artist or featured collaborator. The announcement was made by Chart Data, a renowned music data and chart tracking […]
Here’s why storing cooked food in refrigerator for over 3 days could kill you
2 mn read In a statement released to mark the 2024 World Food Safety Day, Prof. Moji Adeyeye, Director General of NAFDAC (National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control), highlighted critical warnings and insights regarding food safety practices in Nigeria. The focus of her advisory was to educate Nigerians on the risks associated with storing cooked […]
Some Nigerians have no choice but to use charcoal stoves as kerosene price skyrockets
< 1 mn read Due to the skyrocketing cost of kerosene, which now sells for between ₦1,350 and ₦1,600 per liter, many residents of Enugu have shifted from using kerosene stoves to charcoal stoves for cooking. This trend has led to a significant increase in the demand for charcoal, even though its price has also risen from ₦5,000 to […]
Abia records 109 cases of stooling, vomiting but no cholera
< 1 mn read The Abia State Government has reported that, despite experiencing 109 cases of stooling and vomiting in six of its 17 Local Government Areas (LGAs) between January and June, no confirmed cholera cases have been recorded. Dr. Orie Agomoh, Director of Public Health and Disease Control at the Ministry of Health, made this announcement on Tuesday […]
Suspected kidnappers arrested while trying to escape with ransom
< 1 mn read The Benue State Police Command confirmed the arrest of three suspected kidnappers in Otukpo Local Government Area on Monday. The State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Sewuese Anene, disclosed this information to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) during a phone call from Makurdi. The suspects were apprehended by the Benue State Community Volunteer Guards […]