Across the world today, the outbreak of the novel coronavirus pandemic is forcing governments, businesses and institutions of higher learning amongst others to reinvent themselves. In Nigeria, this deadly pandemic is lifting the veil of limitation and easing the resistance that once upon a time greeted the penetration and adoption of technological advancements in the...
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For 6 weeks, Africa Magic Owambe has been giving back to back Owambe hits, every Saturday! Stay tuned to a flavoured weekend this Saturday as one of Nigeria’s prolific musical icons, Mr Flavour, promises to keep the viewers at the edge of their seats or better, on dancing toes with his captivating lyrics and beautiful soul-soothing melodies....
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It is hard to understand what the motives of the Nigerian Film and Video Censors Board are in its interactions with Nollywood, the country’s film and television industry. At some points, the NFVCB seems very supportive of the industry, creating initiatives like this one to help filmmakers finance their projects. Then they turn around and...
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Not a week goes by that news of assault by Boko Haram doesn’t find it’s way to the airwaves. The latest stream of attacks by the insurgent group has targeted Nigerian soldiers; ambushing and reportedly killing at least 20 of them in troubled Borno. Twenty Eight Soldiers Killed In Boko Haram Ambush | Sahara Reporters...
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Following a viral video on social media late Wednesday, Nigerians are still drawn to the sensation caused by the video. In the video, a young man identified as Chidera was seen destroying items belonging to his mother as he expressed anger and pain while carrying out the ‘rebellious act.’ While the upload of that video...
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It’s day 23 of the Big Brother ‘Pepper Dem’ Reunion show, and the housemates continued with revisiting some unresolved issues. Kim Oprah and Tacha The episode began with a Kim Oprah and Tacha confrontation . Tacha stated that her confidence is perceived as a problem because she is a woman, adding that if it were...
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Chris Ngige, the Minister of Labour and Employment has threatened to sue the Chairman of the House of Representatives on Finance, James Falake, over claims of inserting N2 billion projects in the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) 2020 budget. The Minister who accused Falake of either being “mischievous or ignorant of the Bureau of Public...
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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) today asked state governments where churches are still closed to relax the COVID-19 restrictions to allow reopening of worship centres. CAN president, Samson Ayokunle, in a statement by his media assistant, Adebayo Oladeji, said the continued closure of worship centres by some state governments was “no longer acceptable or reasonably...
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Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 1. Got tired of walking everywhere, so I just mixed Helium,...
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A German proverb often quoted quips that “people talk about something until it actually happens.” It seems as though Nigerians are taking to that notion; willing the appointment of a new Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) with the force of their words alone. Conversations on the topic were buzzing from the...
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If for whatever reason, you were unable to attend MTN’s Drug Convos on June 26, we apologise on your behalf. How could you miss such awesomeness?! Except it was a matter of life-and-death, what were you doing by 1:30pm that day? So, we are going to be ‘wickedly-nice’ and summarize the biggest moments from the...
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Akin to volcanic heat, the political atmosphere in Ondo State is blazing. The latest update reveals that the State House of Assembly suspended three lawmakers; raising tensions. According to news reports, Deputy Speaker, Iroju Ogundeji, Adewale Williams and Favour Semilore Tomomewo were on Wednesday, suspended for unruly behaviour. Attention was, however, called to the fact...
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Nigeria for the longest time has battled with the idea of inclusion. In almost any industry, there is an imbalance in female representation, raising issues of inclusion. Thankfully we are witnessing a shift in this paradigm across certain industries, no one more prevalent than the Nigerian movie industry; Nollywood. Funke Akindele remains a prime example...
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What is Nigerian politics without some occasional drama? The war of words between the Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Campaign Council for the Edo State Governorship election, Nyesom Wike, and his counterpart in the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, appears to be spicing up steadily; with constant scathing banter exchanged between the...
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South-Eastern State, Abia, is on the lips of many following a report of an arrested man who happened to be the leader of a different kind of church that many would agree is strange to Nigerians. Ifekwe Udo a.k.a Lucifer or Fada-Fada was reportedly arrested, and his church, The Assemblies of Light Bearer Greater Church...
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In February, a high-profile team of Netflix executives including chief content officer, Ted Sarandos visited Lagos to meet with filmmakers and potential partners. The streaming platform took the opportunity to activate the Netflix Naija Twitter account as well as announce details of the first Nigerian original series. Days later, the Netflix team including Dorothy Ghettuba,...
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The drama that comes with politics is one thing that many Twitter users live for, judging by the reactions on the microblogging site as the matters arise. In recent days, the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Festus Keyamo has been in the news, after the drama that ensued between him and members of...
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It’s day 22 of the Big Brother Naija ‘Pepper Dem’ Reunion show and more issues were ‘resurrected’ Elozonam and Diane Just when we thought the drama between Elozonam and Diane was over, it turned out that they had more things to get off their chest. Diane’s issue with the whole incident is that Elozonam kept...
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REDx, the media and creative training school of leading media company, RED | For Africa, yesterday marked its one year anniversary. With over 4,000 applicants, 200 graduates, and 5 training cohorts – two of which were virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic – REDx has made an unforgettable impact on the future of young media...
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Skin, the buzzy documentary produced by Beverly Naya and directed by Daniel Etim Effiong is the kind of well-intentioned project that arrives every once in a while. You know the type. The conscious coupling of celebrity with cultural impact issues has been a fascinating sub-class of the documentary genre. At the Sundance film festival this...
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Long time no see Maurice Sam. The actor who made his name in Nollywood bringing to life characters on shows like EbonyLife’s “On The Real” and Multichoice’s “Hustle” is back on the small screens again, this time to take on a millennial romantic comedy. Lara Of Lagos is the new show that he will be...
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Wole Soyinka has reacted to the amended 6th broadcasting code by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), which has ignited a controversy in the last few weeks. Soyinka described the amended code as an “economic sabotage” and also accused the government of declaring war on arts and its producers. Wole Soyinka who said he discovered some “potentially dangerous aspects”...
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It has taken several years and the concerted efforts of activists across the country, but the Sexual Harassment Bill 2020 has finally cleared its third reading and been passed into law. This is a big win for women everywhere but especially for women in academic institutions who have to endure targeted harassment from lecturers and...
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The Senate today passed the bill on sexual harassment in tertiary institutions after reading it for the third time. The bill titled: ‘A Bill for an Act to prevent, prohibit and redress Sexual Harassment of students in tertiary educational institutions and for matters concerned therewith, 2019’, was sponsored by the Deputy Senate President,. Ovie Omo-Agege,...
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Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 1. Normal people: “Reverse the car” My country people: “Reverse pada...
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Reality TV star and style entrepreneur, Kylie Jenner has always managed to keep her name on the lips of many. From her styled outfits to the drama that comes with the Kardashian-Jenner name, the youngest of the reality family star has managed to always get her fans and followers talking about her. While Kylie may...
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Barely twenty four hours ago, Nigerians were treated to the ironic news about the head of the Economic and Financial Crimes commission (EFCC); Ibrahim Magu‘s reported arrest by the Department of State Security (DSS) over allegations of fraud and other forms of corruption. Citizens on social media had a field day discussing the irony. To...
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On this week’s episode of #WithChude, singer-songwriter, Omawumi shares with host Joy, Inc. founder, Chude Jideonwo, what has worked for her in the pursuit of true happiness and her journey through single motherhood into a consciously decided marriage. “My father has 14 children, I am the twelfth child, I was the only one as at...
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Ever noticed that there are lot of monuments and street names all over the world with human names? This global practice arose from a need to honor some of society’s most decorated heroes after their demise. In many cases, the level of impact by the individual to the development of their immediate community and sometimes...
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Suspense fills the air, and tensions rise as members of the Ondo State House of Assembly have commenced an impeachment process against the Ondo Deputy Governor, Agboola Ajayi. Following Ajayi’s recent defection from the All Progressive Congress (APC) to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), it was reported that members of the House of Assembly had...
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