BON Awards 2025 Opens Submissions
The organisers of the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards have officially opened submissions for the 2025 edition, scheduled to hold in Ilorin, Kwara State. Entries began on May 1 and will close on July 30, 2025. Filmmakers, actors, and industry professionals are encouraged to submit their works via Filmfreeway to compete for the prestigious awards. […]
Afro Nation 2025 Goes Global with TRACE+ Digital Experience
Lisbon / Paris – 22 May 2025 Afro Nation Portugal, the world’s leading Afro-urban music festival, returns to Praia da Rocha beach in Portimão, The Algarve, July 9-11, 2025, for a landmark 5th anniversary celebration featuring major headliners and a wealth of Francophone talents, including Burna Boy, Tems, Davido, Booba, Joé Dwet Filé, Innoss’B, Naza, Uncle Waffles, and […]
US Imposes Sanctions on Sudan Over Chemical Weapons
The US is set to impose new sanctions on Sudan, effective June 6, after finding evidence that chemical weapons were used in last year’s brutal civil war against the Rapid Support Forces. Restrictions will target US exports to Sudan and limit the country’s ability to borrow internationally. The conflict, now two years old, has already […]
Tottenham Win Europa League, End 17-Year Trophy Drought
Tottenham Hotspur ended their 17-year wait for silverware as Brennan Johnson’s scrappy first-half goal secured a 1–0 win over Manchester United in the Europa League final. The victory delivered on manager Ange Postecoglou’s promise to win a trophy in his second season, making him only the third Tottenham boss to win a European title, after […]
Senate Targets Harmful Fruit Ripening Chemicals
The Senate has raised alarm over the growing use of dangerous chemicals particularly calcium carbide by fruit vendors to artificially ripen fruits, resolving to amend existing laws to criminalise such practice. Describing use of hazardous substances for fruit ripening as a major public health threat to consumers across the country, the lawmakers called for more […]
Ronke and Florence Olarinoye Win Weightlifting Medals for Lagos
Mother and daughter winning medals for Lagos state – Ronke (mother) and Florence (daughter) Olarinoye, who both competed in the women’s weightlifting. Ronke led the way, winning two medals in the 45kg: GOLD 🏅 with a lift of 65kg, Silver 🥈finishing 2nd overall in her category lifting a total of 140kg. Florence on her part, […]
Chris Brown Released on £5M Bail in UK Assault Case
American R&B artist Chris Brown, known for his past relationship with pop icon Rihanna, was released on bail Wednesday in connection with an assault charge in the UK. A judge set bail at £5 million, which Brown must forfeit if he fails to return for scheduled performances in Britain. The 36-year-old singer is allowed to […]
Kid Cudi To Testify About Relationship With Cassie In Diddy’s Trial
According to prosecutor Maurene Comey, Kid Cudi will formally testify in Diddy’s ongoing criminal prosecution. Cudi has already become a central part of the case, as he had a romantic relationship with Cassie back in 2011. While testifying, Cassie alleged that Diddy lunged at her with a wine opener, threatened to leak videos of her to public, […]
Lil Durk Offers Largest Bail Package Yet
In an attempt to get out of jail on bond, Lil Durk is giving $1 million in cash, $1 million from his record company, and an additional $700,000 in real estate. According to No Jumper, the judge in his case has scheduled a hearing for June 3rd to consider the offer and provide a decision. […]
Kevin Spacey Accepts Lifetime Achievement Award at Cannes Film Festival
Hollywood actor Kevin Spacey made headlines at the Cannes Film Festival, accepting a lifetime achievement award from the Better World Fund — marking his first public appearance at the event since 2016. The actor, who has faced multiple sexual assault allegations, told reporters, “It’s very nice to be back,” and added he was “glad to […]
