Thousands Of Taylor Swift Fans Hit By UK ticket Scams
Thousands of fans of pop megastar Taylor Swift have been hit by a wave of concert ticket scams ahead of her tour in the UK later this year. British bank Lloyds, said at least 3,000 victims are likely to have been tricked into buying fake tickets since July, with over £1 million ($1.24 million) being […]
Chess Master Tunde Onakoya Begins 58-Hour Marathon In New York
Renowned chess player Tunde Onakoya has embarked on a mission to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. The marathon began at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 17, and is scheduled to conclude at 8 p.m. on April 19. Onakoya aims to play continuously for 58 hours without suffering a defeat, and […]
Cubana Chief Priest Granted N10 Million Bail After Pleading Not Guilty to Naira Abuse Charges
The Federal High Court in Lagos State has granted businessman Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, N10m bail with two sureties in like sum. Earlier, the celebrity socialite pleaded not guilty to tampering and abusing the naira during his trial. Cubana Chief Priest was arraigned before Justice Kehinde Ogundare on three counts bordering […]
Biopic on Funmilayo Ransome Kuti will hit cinemas May 17
‘Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti,’ a biopic by Bolanle Austen Peters, has been scheduled for nationwide cinema release on May 17, 2024, following a well-received limited screening in 2023. Starring Joke Silva, Kehinde Bankole, Adunni Ade, Iyimide Ayo-Olumoko, Ibrahim Suleiman, and Iremide Adeoye, the movie tells the tale of Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti’s mother, from her groundbreaking years […]
Victor Osimhen, Fireboy DML, Veekee James make Forbes Africa “30 Under 30” 2024 List
Forbes Africa will commemorate the tenth anniversary of its yearly 30 Under 30 list in its April/May 2024 issue. This demonstrates the talent pool on the African continent, home to the youngest people on the planet. The list showcases youthful, audacious, and fearless leaders reshaping Africa in a variety of fields, including technology, healthcare, sports, […]
Nigerian prepares to break two Guinness World Records simultaneously in October
The Initiator, Crocslake Business Pitch Marathon, Mr Mayodele David, has unveiled plans to attempt breaking two Guinness World Records simultaneously. Speaking at a news conference on Sunday evening in Lagos, David said the goal was to become the world champions for the longest business pitch and highest fundraiser via livestream globally. According to David, the […]
Ric Hassani, Omawunmi and 9ice are the new judges of this season of Nigerian Idol
The stage is set for a journey into the upcoming season of Nigerian Idol, as fresh faces join the esteemed panel of judges while familiar figures bid farewell. Obi Asika, Simi, and Dbanj, who have played integral roles in past seasons, are now gracefully taking their leave, making room for the next generation of talent […]
Actor Junior Pope Passes Away After Boat Accident
Tributes are pouring in for Nollywood actor Junior Odonwodo a.k.a. Junior Pope, whose life was cut short after he succumbed to his injuries sustained because of a boat accident on Wednesday. Nigerian celebrities and politicians took to social media to reflect on the life of the late actor, describing his sudden death as a great […]
Nigerian billionaire Tony Elumelu eyes NPFL club purchase
Billionaire banker and philanthropist, Tony Elumelu, says he is evaluating the possibility of owning a Nigerian Premier Football League club as part of his Corporate Social Responsibility. Elumelu hinted at the prospect during discussions surrounding private ownership of clubs in Nigeria with the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh. In response to a […]
Kannywood Actress Saratu Gidado has passed away at 56
A popular Kannywood actress, SARATU GIDADO, has passed away at the age of 56. Fondly known as Daso, the sad news was confirmed by relatives of the late actress who spoke to a Kano-based private radio station. Reports revealed that Daso was found lifeless on Tuesday morning after she returned to bed following Sahur, the […]
