Toyin Abraham Sets a New Record as ‘Malika’ Closes in on ₦300 Million Gross
Toyin Abraham, a Nigerian filmmaker, has achieved a new milestone with her latest release, “Malaika,” surpassing the box office earnings of her previous production, “Ijakumo.” According to a report issued on Monday, January 22, 2024, by the Cinemas Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN), “Malaika” raked in ₦10.9 million over the weekend (January 18-21, 2024), pushing […]
Asake, Rema, Nicki Minaj to Headline 2024 Afro Nation Festival
Rema, Asake, and Nicki Minaj are among the headliners for the 2024 Afro Nation festival, set to hold from June 26 to 28 in Algarve Portimao, Portugal. The organisers, via a post on X on Monday, unveiled the three music stars along with a list of notable artistes slated to perform at the event. The […]
Lagos Bans Styrofoam, Other Single Use Plastics
The Lagos State Government has banned the use and distribution of single-use plastics, such as Styrofoam, in the state. Commissioner of Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, who made this known in a statement yesterday, said the decision was in response to the environmental threat posed by single-use plastics, particularly non-biodegradable styrofoams, adding that the […]
Peseiro Vows Relentless Performance Against Guinea Bissau
Head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Jose Peseiro has vowed that his team will not let up when they play Guinea Bissau later today, despite already being well positioned to advance to the round of 16 at the ongoing AFCON tournament. Speaking at the pre-match conference, Peseiro said his team must temper its […]
Prime Video Suspends Funding For Nigerian Original
Prime Video has implemented a restructuring that includes a reduction in funding for original Nigerian content and a downsizing of its local staff. This move is part of a broader strategy to shift focus towards European countries. According to a report in Variety, existing shows from the region that have been approved and commissioned, such […]
Burna Boy Becomes First African Artist to Perform Live at the Grammys
African Giant Burna Boy has been announced as one of the performing artists at the Grammys 2024 live award show in another historic feat for Africa. According to a January 22, 2024, announcement, Burna Boy is slated to become the first African musician to perform at the Grammys live recording award event. This is yet another […]
NCDC Activates Emergency Operations Centre for Lassa Fever Over Escalating Incidence
Nigeria’s Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has activated its Lassa fever emergency operations centre in response to the country’s escalating incidence of the disease. A statement signed by the NCDC Director General, Ifedayo Adetifa, on Thursday stated that in 2023, there was an increase in the number of cases reported from week 49 […]
Court Grants Godwin Emefiele Permission to Travel Out of Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory High Court has granted the immediate past Governor of the Central Bank, Godwin Emefiele’s request to travel out of the Abuja. Justice Hamza Muazu who handed the ruling however said Emefiele must however remain in the country. The Counsel to the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, did […]
Super Eagles Secure a 1-0 Victory Against Ivory Coast at the Afcon
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have boosted their chances in this year’s African Cup of Nations following a 1-0 win over host nation Ivory Coast. Defender William Troost-Ekong gave the Nigerian team the win from the penalty spot after striker Victor Osimhen was struck by an Ivorian defender in the penalty box. Nigeria is now […]
Students Loan Scheme Will Take Off This January
The federal government has reaffirmed that the January target for the takeoff of the Students Loan Scheme is still very much intact. Minister of State for Education, Yusuf Sununu, who gave the affirmation while addressing journalists after yesterday’s Federal Executive Council (FEC), said all is now set for the scheme to begin with the completion […]
