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Weekend Watch List Nollywood

Selecting a movie to watch can be cumbersome; we know this. Thinking of a film that suits the mood is time-consuming, and we have come to your rescue by curating a watch list of Nollywood movies that we think you will like. Whether rolling off the sofa or your bed from laughter, watching your favourite... Read More

The Film Blog

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5 Artists to Watch Out for This Week

The Nigerian music industry is teeming with brilliant and talented artists, and it cannot be easy to keep up with them all. It takes just one song from an artist to make the audience fall in love with their discography. For the last two decades, Nigerian artists have been bringing the world down to our... Read More

The Music Blog

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Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend

It is the weekend in Lagos, and we all need to kick back, relax, and rejuvenate. Working 9-5 has never been easy, so you have the weekends dedicated to self-care. We get it; staying in and cuddling yourself or your lover sounds like a good idea; however, if you would instead go out into the... Read More

The Media Blog

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Peter Obi Expresses Disappointment in the PEPC Judgment and chooses to Appeal; Captain Traoré says Burkina Faso is “not enemies of the French people” | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, and African countries, these are the five top Nigerian and African news stories you shouldn’t miss. Peter Obi Expresses Disappointment in the PEPC Judgment and chooses to Appeal Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), gave a speech announcing that he would be... Read More

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September 7, 2023

Presidential Candidate Atiku Abubakar Addresses The PEPC Judgement; Vows To Appeal

On Wednesday 6, The Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) ruled over the petitions of Atiku Abubakar of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and Peter Obi of the Labour Party (LP). The Tribunal, after thoroughly examining the evidence presented by both PDP and LP, ruled that Bola Tinubu was the rightful and legally recognised president of... Read More

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September 7, 2023

Davido, Asake, Black Sherif, Amidst Artists Expected To Perform At Inaugural Trace Award Show

The organisers of the Trace Award show have chosen to enlist Africa’s biggest stars to perform on the stage at the first-ever Trace Award show on October 21, 2023. At a time in Africa when more African artists need to be discovered and recognised for their talent and skills, the household name television channel on... Read More

The Media Blog

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September 7, 2023

PEPC Upholds Tinubu’s Election Victory; Murtala Muhammed International Airport fire outbreak, Air Controllers forced to move | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss PEPC upholds President Bola Tinubu’s election victory The Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) has, in its final verdict, approved and legitimised President Tinubu’s election victory, throwing out the petitions brought against the president and nullifying... Read More

The Presidential Blog, Top Stories

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September 6, 2023

PEPC Judgement Begins

The world is anticipating the results to be released by the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC), as the court judgement, read by Justice Haruna Tsammani, would make or break any candidate’s political career, are being released today. PEPC on APM’s Petition The PEPC struck out the petition submitted by the Allied People’s Movement (APM); the... Read More

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September 6, 2023

Abuja Residents Suffer Power Outage Due To NLC Strike; Obasanjo Calls Out Buhari For Being Reckless | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Abuja Residents Suffer Power Outage Due To NLC Strike Since the two-day warning strike by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on September 5, nearly all citizens have been caught in the crossfire between the union and the government. NLC has issued a directive for all parties affiliated with it. Although not all states in the... Read More

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September 5, 2023

4 Times BBN’s WhiteMoney Truly Had Us Shocked

Hazel Onyeze Onou, popularly known as ‘WhiteMoney,’ cooked his way into the hearts of Nigerians and the bellies of his fellow housemates during the Big Brother Naija season 6 show. The Nigerian singer, songwriter, and winner of BBN’s season 6, a reality TV show, has displayed a personality that has made him a fan favorite... Read More

Gist

BBN, Big Brother Naija, RealityTV, Whitemoney

September 5, 2023

NLC Strike | This is what it means for Nigerians.

On September 1, the NLC announced it would be going on a two-day warning strike due to the inflation of prices caused by the fuel subsidy removal and many more factors. The NLC stated that the protest was to get the attention of the Nigerian government and inform them of the sufferings they have... Read More

September 5, 2023

Tinubu Expresses Fear Over Bloated Civil Service Payroll; Obasanjo Reveals Truth About Yar’Adua’s Illness | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss Tinubu Expresses Fear Over Bloated Civil Service Payroll The President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu, has expressed his feelings towards the bloated civil service payroll as he stated his desire to digitalise the public service administration.... Read More

Gen. Brice Nguema, Gabon’s military leader, is sworn in as interim president | What is the fate of Gabon?

Monday, September 4, marked a new era for Gabonese citizens as the military junta leader, Gen. Brice Nguema, was sworn in as the country’s interim president by Gabon’s constitution court. The event, though televised, has left many Africans stunned at the progress of Africa as a continent, judging by the recent coups that have been... Read More

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September 4, 2023

ARM Labs Innovation Program Cohort 5 Celebrates Successful Demo Day

The ARM Labs Innovation Program, a flagship initiative of ARM Group, celebrated the successful Demo Day for its 5th cohort. The event took place at the ARM Group Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria, and featured presentations from five promising startups that have completed the intensive seven-week program. The ARM Labs Innovation Program is a renowned support program designed to... Read More

Partners

September 4, 2023

The 2023 Headies Award Winners; Rema’s Speech and Tacha’s Advice

September 3, 2023, marked the day all Nigerian and African artists would be recognised by Headies for their artistry, talents and hard work in the music industry. The long-awaited 2023 Headies Award was finally here, and everyone was curious to see who deserved to take home the treasured trophies, respected and recognised by Nigerians, the... Read More

The Music Blog

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September 4, 2023

President Bola Tinubu leaves Abuja for India’s G-20 Summit| State NLC Chapters vow to partake in the upcoming strike; 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss President Bola Tinubu leaves Abuja for participation in the G-20 Summit in India Specially invited by the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, President Bola Tinunu will depart Abuja on Monday, September 4, to participate in... Read More

Aisha Yesufu, Olumide F. Makanjuola, Latasha Ngwube, Others unveiled as jury for the 17th edition of The Future Awards Africa.

The Future Awards Africa, the foremost award celebrating youthful accomplishments, has announced its panel of jurors for the 17th edition. Set to take place in October 2023, the panel of judges will play a pivotal role in meticulously selecting young leaders aged 18 to 31 who have demonstrated remarkable achievements across diverse sectors. This year’s... Read More

TFAA

September 2, 2023

AMA Foundation and LASUBEB Collaborate to Enhance Eye Care for Lagos State Teachers

The AMA Foundation, a leading non-profit organization committed to improving eye health and providing essential eye care services, is proud to announce a strategic collaboration with the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB) to offer comprehensive eye care services to teachers across Lagos State. This collaboration, which marks a significant milestone in the efforts... Read More

Partners

Sex Therapist Says She Saves Marriages by Sleeping with Clients

In the intricate world of relationships, it’s not uncommon for couples to seek guidance when the passion in their love life starts to flicker. Enter Olivia Bentley, a 46-year-old sex therapist hailing from Boise, Idaho, in the United States. Olivia, however, is far from your typical therapist, infusing her work with a distinctive perspective that’s... Read More

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The Weekend Watchlist: Here are 6 movies/series you need to see this weekend

The weekend is underway, and in true Ynaija fashion, we are committed to helping you have the most relaxing time ever. So, again, we’ve done the work, compiled the movies, and given you a list that will keep your weekend fun, entertaining, and engaging. Our mantra is “no dull moment.” So, here are six movies... Read More

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The Media Blog: Ice Prince Calls Nigeria-South Africa Social Media Rivalry ‘Family Banter’

Popular Nigerian singer and rapper, Ice Prince Zamani, has offered a refreshing perspective on the perceived rivalry between Nigerians and South Africans on social media. In an insightful conversation on the Afrobeats Podcast hosted by British-Nigerian media personality, Adesope Olajide, aka Shopsydoo, Ice Prince described this dynamic as nothing more than a “family feud.” Ice... Read More

The Media Blog

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Bolanle Ninalowo Announces Separation from Wife After 18 Years of Marriage

In a heart-wrenching Instagram post, Nollywood actor Bolanle Ninalowo, known for his roles in popular movies like “Far From Home,” has revealed the painful decision to end his 18-year marriage with his wife, Bunmi. The announcement, made on a Friday, left fans and followers shocked and saddened. At 43 years old and a father of... Read More

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Tupac’s Towering Legacy: A Benchmark Burna Boy Can’t Reach

A recent rendezvous that sent shockwaves through the music world is the partnership between Nigeria’s ‘Afro-fusion’ performer, Burna Boy, and the American rapper, J Cole. While their collaborative track, “Thanks,” from Burna Boy’s latest album, ‘I Told Them,’ has been making waves, it’s the off-mic conversation that’s got tongues wagging. Speaking in a recent interview,... Read More

Exciting Nollywood Movies to Watch This September!

The anticipation is over, and September is here, bringing with it a slew of Nollywood films that are sure to captivate audiences both in cinemas and on streaming platforms. In this article, we’ll take you through a curated list of six must-watch Nollywood movies releasing this month. Strained Release Date: September 1, 2023 “Strained” is... Read More

The Film Blog

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