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April 8, 2019

Ishaya Bako’s ‘4th republic’ holds star-studded premiere in Lagos

Celebrities, personalities and politicians in attendance… One of the most anticipated Nollywood films of 2019, ‘4th Republic’ premiered on Sunday, April 7, 2019, at IMAX, Filmhouse Cinemas, Lekki Lagos. The premiere played out the election theme with PVCs, ballot boxes, and election staff as ushers. With a dress code themed ‘Your Excellency,’ the stars and guests... Read More
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April 8, 2019

Community Health Support Scheme boosts healthcare delivery in Makoko Community with medical outreach

On the 29th and 30th of March, a volunteer-based project that advocates, creates awareness and offers charitable deeds to promote the cause of health in growing communities decided to hold an outreach in Makoko. Prior to this time, the Community health engagement officer Mopelola Lauretta Hamza along with Eniola Damilola Eniola has paid several visits... Read More
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April 8, 2019

Former Super Eagles coach Christian Chukwu is seriously ill, and Twitter is giving it all the publicity it deserves

The news that former Super Eagles coach Christain Chukwu is suffering from an undisclosed ailment, and needs $50,000 for a medical trip abroad, broke on Sunday. And today, it has gained momentum particularly in the Nigerian football world, and social media is driving towards giving it all the publicity it can. That said, the reactions... Read More
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April 8, 2019

The Big 5: 2 suicide bombers, 3 others die in Maiduguri attack; FG orders foreigners to leave mining sites in Zamfara | Other top stories

Here are the top stories you should be monitoring today: PDP accuses Amaechi, others of plotting constitutional crisis in Rivers The Peoples Democratic Party on Sunday alleged that some leaders of the All Progressives Congress and the Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), were working to cause a constitutional crisis in Rivers State. The... Read More
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April 7, 2019

Entertainment Roundup: Warner Bros releases tragic first trailer for Joaquin Phoenix’s ‘Joker’; Issa Rae engaged to longtime boyfriend Louis Diame | Other stories

Here are the biggest stories you may have missed in entertainment during the week and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. Warner Bros releases tragic first trailer for Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker  It’s been long since DC announced that Joaquin Phoenix will play the Joker in a standalone film. And... Read More
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April 6, 2019

Award-winning photographer, Emmanuel Oyeleke unveils second solo exhibition, The Huemanist

Nigerian visual artist and fashion photographer, Emmanuel Oyeleke, launched his second solo exhibition themed ‘The Huemanist’, today at Terra Kulture, Victoria Island, Lagos. The exhibition which was attended by notable personalities, is intended to directly impact the society, as a percentage of proceeds goes towards supporting Women at Risk International Foundation (WARIF), a non-profit organization... Read More
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April 6, 2019

First photos: Bolanle Olukanni, Lilian Esoro, Timi Dakolo, Noble Igwe, others turn out for Mitsubishi L200 launch

 Bolanle Olukanni, Noble Igwe, Timi Dakolo, Lilian Esoro, Derenle Edun, Abimbola Craig and Lilian Afegbai were among the personalities who attended the launch of the Mitsubishi L200 Friday at the Landmark Beachfront, Victoria Island, Lagos. The L200 Pick-up is Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s second biggest seller following the Outlander SUV in its line-up last fiscal year.... Read More
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April 6, 2019

We are keeping tabs on Bobrisky’s next movie ‘Bobrisky In Love’ and here’s what we know

It’s understandable if you are exhausted by Bobrisky‘s omnipresence in Nigerian pop culture and, from the look of things, they aren’t taking their foot off the pedal soon. During the week Anita Joseph posted a clip of her and Bobrisky in Enugu on Instagram, having fun and indulging in light banter. Although Joseph didn’t state... Read More
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April 6, 2019

Zamfara to recruit 1,700 local charmers to fight insecurity, Court orders Nnamdi Kanu’s arrest and other stories that made the headlines this week

Here are top stories that drove conversation during the week: Zamfara to recuit 1,700 local charmers to fight insecurity The Zamfara State Government has said it will recruit 1,700 local charmers in addition to the 8,500 members of Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) recruited earlier to address security challenges in the state. The state Commissioner... Read More
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April 5, 2019

The Late 5: Suspected killers of LUTH doctor, Stephen Urueye, arrested by Lagos Police; Embattled CJN Onnoghen resigns | Other stories

Here are the stories that drove conversation today: Embattled CJN Onnoghen resigns Suspended Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen, has resigned, the News Agency of Nigeria has reported. Onnoghen’s resignation follows the recommendation of the National Judicial Council for his early retirement. The recommendation was sent to President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday. In its public... Read More
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April 5, 2019

What in the hell is this generic African accent by Trevor Noah on Nigerians importing pizza from the U.K?

Trevor Noah‘s The Daily Show has satirized topical Nigerian news in the past, quite recently the Jussie Smollett saga involving two Nigerian brothers. We have moved since then, but here we are again on Noah’s latest act, mined from the incredulous statement by Agriculture minister Audu Ogbeh last month, when he appeared before the Senate.... Read More
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April 5, 2019

The Big 5: Police dismiss inspector ‘for shooting and killing’ Kolade Johnson; Nigeria’s total debt now N24,39tn | Other top stories

Here are the stories you should be monitoring today: Police dismiss inspector for ‘shooting and killing’ Kolade Johnson The Nigerian Police have announced the dismissal of Ogunyemi Olalekan, an inspector, who the police said shot and killed a 36-year-old man, Kolade Johnson, in Lagos on Sunday. The Police also discharged and acquitted another officer, Godwin... Read More
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April 4, 2019

Today’s Noisemakers: Miriam Shehu, Adesua Etomi-Wellington, Gbemi Lagos, others

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. We make it our job to take down the names of these noisemakers. Here are the ones we... Read More
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April 4, 2019

The Late 5: INEC declares PDP’s Sekibo winner of Rivers East Senatorial election; Adeleke appeals court judgment | Other stories

Here are the stories that drove conversation today: Buhari visits Jordan, Dubai for economic summits  President Muhammadu Buhari will attend the World Economic Forum holding in Jordan and the Investment Summit scheduled to hold in Dubai. According to a statement issued by the Presidency and available on its verified Twitter handle, Buhari would be accompanied... Read More
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April 4, 2019

Funke Bucknor-Obruthe shares story of road to success in Event Planning industry on Binging with GameChangers Episode 4

On episode 4 of Binging with GameChangers, Funke Bucknor Obruthe, who is the founder and CEO of Zapphaire Events which is regarded as one of Africa’s leading event planning companies, talks to show host Seyi Banigbe, about her early beginnings and road to success. Funke started her event planning company at a time when event... Read More
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April 4, 2019

The Kings & Queens of Hearts Meet Casino Royale will give you serious FOMO!

Hold Up! The Kings and Queens of Hearts Meets Casino Royale was on another level! This has to be the hottest party yet of 2019. From Celebrities to socialites, influencers to corporates, the themed event which was hosted at Roma Lagos had the coolest people in attendance on Saturday, 30th March. Roma was just the... Read More
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April 4, 2019

The Big 5: NJC sends report on Onnoghen, Acting CJN to Buhari; Wike’s victory is triumph of good over evil – PDP | Other top stories

Here are the stories you should be monitoring today: APC reacts to judgment nullifying Adeleke’s victory The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun has described the Federal High Court judgment, nullifying the candidacy of Sen. Ademola Adeleke as the flag bearer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the September 2018 gubernatorial elections, as a... Read More
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April 3, 2019

The Late 5: Buhari promises persecution of alleged killers of Kolade Johnson; Five feared dead as suspected herdsmen invade Benue community | Other stories

Here are the stories that drove conversation today: 14 PDP lawmakers-elect boycott INEC certificates of return presentation in Kano The 14 People Democratic Party (PDP) members-elect of the Kano State House of Assembly on Wednesday boycotted the ceremony for the presentation of certificates of return to winners of state elections in Kano. The Independent National... Read More
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April 3, 2019

Just In: Rivers Governor, Nyesom Wike secures second term mandate with a landslide

The flag bearer of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the March 9 governorship election held in Rivers, Governor Nyesom Wike has been declared winner of the poll after he sealed a second term victory by a margin of 712,405 votes; defeating his closest challenger and candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Biokpomabo Awara.... Read More
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