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Africa Cup of Nations: Nigeria’s dream dashed by Egypt

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will not participate in the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations for the second successive time after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Egypt on Tuesday. Going into Tuesday’s match, Nigeria had a chance to nick a qualification ticket if they could win the match in Alexandria thanks to the withdrawal of... Read More

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Entertainment Brief: Runtown releases new video featuring Wizkid | Seyi Law and wife renew vows | Kourtney Kardashian and Scott ‘back’ together | More stories

Runtown releases video for Wizkid featured single -Lagos to Kampala Runtown has released the video for his song, Lagos to Kampala featuring Wizkid from his debut album -Ghetto University. The video which is the fourth video released by the Ericmany act off the album was shot on location in Los Angeles, USA. Watch below, the... Read More

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‘I might retire at the end of the season’ – Zlatan Ibrahimović

Paris Saint Germain forward, Zlatan Ibrahimovic has spoken on the possibility of taking a bow from the round-leather game at the end of the season. The 34-year-old Swede has been wooed by clubs around the world as his contract with his current French club side expires in the summer. However, the veteran attacker who has... Read More

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Amazing cover of Asa’s ‘Jailer’ and Chris Brown’s ‘Judge Me’ done by Didee Eta (LISTEN)

Afro/RnB artiste, Didee Eta’s version of ‘Jailer’ by Nigeria’s Afro/soul songstress; Asa and ‘Don’t Judge me’ by American superstar -Chris Brown are a testament of his singing prowess. He plans to release a full EP titled ‘Da Ke’ sometime this year, which would feature tracks like Go Down, Things you do and the Top Naija... Read More

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Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger is going nowhere

Arsene Wenger has dismissed rumours of a prospective exit from English Premier League Club -Arsenal. The long-serving manager has come under fire for his economical approach in the transfer market and his supposed ‘lack of ambition’. Of recent, fans have called for his sack following Arsenal’s exit from the FA Cup and the Champions League.... Read More

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The night Lagos stood still for AY Live (PHOTOS)

The city of Lagos came alive on Easter Sunday for the 2016 edition of popular comedy show -AY Live- organized by the entrepreneurial comedian, Ayo Makun. The show, which was held at the Convention Centre ,Eko Hotel and Suites, was tagged ‘The Happy Ever Laughter’ edition. Here are pictures from the orange carpet of the... Read More

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#CHOBS2016: 21 photos from the nuptials of Noble Igwe and Chioma Otisi

Media entrepreneur and owner of 360nobs.com, Noble Igwe is currently getting married to the love of his life, Chioma Otisi in a traditional wedding ceremony in Abriba, Abia state. Here are 21 photos from the event.

#CHOBS2016: First photos from traditional wedding of Noble Igwe and Chioma Otisi

Media entrepreneur and owner of 360nobs.com, Noble Igwe is currently getting married to his brand manager beau, Chioma Otisi in a traditional wedding ceremony in Abriba, Abia state. Here are the first photos from the event.

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‘Even if you do things right, he’d always find fault’ – Mikel speaks on Jose Mourinho

Chelsea Midfielder and Nigerian international, John Obi Mikel has spoken out about his former manager’s lack of trust in him during his second spell at the club. Ina a recent interview with Goal.com, Mikel said that he felt Jose Mourinho had lost trust in him as everything he did was never enough for the 53-year-old.... Read More

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5 things you should know about Chioma Otisi – Noble Igwe’s beautiful bride-to-be

Entertainment and social influencer, Noble Igwe is currently gearing up to marry his beautiful girlfriend, Chioma Otisi, in a traditional wedding ceremony in Abiriba, Abia state. While everyone knows Noble Igwe as the owner of news website, 360nobs, his boo is relatively unknown. In lieu of this, here are 5 things to know about Chioma... Read More

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March 27, 2016

Not even the rain could stop Wizkid… as he thrilled 20,000 fans in Cameroon (WATCH)

Afro-pop singer, Wizkid who is currently on the Starboy world tour, held down Cameroon on Saturday, March 26. The concert took place at the Complexe Sportive Camtel Bependa in Doula. Wizkid alongside Cameroon’s Stanley Enow -gave the crowd an electrifying performance, while the rain poured. His next stop on the road is Senegal on Monday,... Read More

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March 27, 2016

The real Psquare gave one heck of performance in Rotterdam (WATCH)

Not the Psquare we have come to know in the past few months, not the social media squabblers who can’t seem to settle a simple managerial disagreement without a season of drama. Not those ones – but the Psquare Africa fell in love with – as a result of hit songs like Busy Body, Azonto,... Read More

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March 27, 2016

‘I didn’t choose to be in the Yoruba movie sector’ – Mercy Aigbe

Mercy Aigbe-Gentry is known for three things -decent acting, beautiful persona and an impeccable fashion taste. The Nollywood actress who recently caused an internet frenzy with her outfit to the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards, has of late, been fighting against the marginalization of the Yoruba sector of the movie industry. Mercy reveals in an... Read More

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Chocolate City’s DJ Lambo, others to thrill guests at the Easter family party

Chocolate city’s DJ Lambo and Rhythm FM’s DJ Knight would be on deck at the Silverbird Galleria this weekend for the Easter Family party. The event is going to be hosted by comics -Melody 4 Comedy and Pencil. Date: Saturday 26th March 2016 Venue: ROOTS, Silverbird galleria, 2nd Floor, Victoria Island, Lagos. Time: 2pm –... Read More

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Nominations are now open… for The Future Awards Africa 2016

The Future Awards Africa is seeking to receive nominations from you or your organisation of people between the age of 18 and 31 who have been able to create impact with specific accomplishments. These achievements should revolve around results, potential for growth plus the ability to inspire other young people in Africa. We hope to... Read More

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Super Falcons still number 1 female team in Africa

Nigeria’s female football team, the Super Falcons have retained their spot as number one in Africa in the latest FIFA women’s football ranking released today. They are however, ranked the 37th best female football team in the world. Cameroon, Ghana, Equatorial Guinea and South Africa follow in the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th places in... Read More

Well, there’s no ‘Ferarri’ in Yemi Alade’s new video

Upon the release of her sophomore album –Mama Africa (The Diary of an African Woman), Yemi Alade has dropped the music video for Ferrari, one of the tracks on the record,. The track, which she performed at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards 2016, was produced by DJ Coublon. Watch below, the video directed by... Read More

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Psquare pictured together for the first time in a while (PHOTOS)

It’s been a grueling few weeks for fans of Africa’s famous duo –Psquare after their highly publicised near-split. However, it appears the twins can still work together as Peter and Paul Okoye were pictured together arriving in Rotterdam for their concert taking place in the Dutch city tomorrow.

Yemi Alade to donate proceeds from ‘Mama Africa’ album to charity

After months of immense anticipation, Effyzie first lady –Yemi Alade has released her sophomore album –Mama Africa: The Diary of an African Woman. Artistes such as P-Square, Rotimi Keys, Sauti Sol, Flavour, Sarkodie, DJ Arafa made guest appearances on the album. The producers who worked on the LP include GospelOnDeBeatz, DJ Coublon, Selebobo, Philkeyz, BeatsByEmzo,... Read More

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The Future Enterprise gives young photographers the opportunity to become experts

Learn from the best in the Photography industry in Nigeria in The Future Enterprise Support Scheme (TFESS) Photography Workshop 2016 set up for upcoming and aspiring young photographers who want to learn and perfect skills in the art of photography as a career or an entrepreneurial enterprise. Photography, as a powerful medium of expression and... Read More

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