U.S. Embassy in Abuja and Consulate in Lagos Temporarily Closed to Honor Former President Jimmy Carter
The United States Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos were temporarily closed on Thursday, January 9, 2025, in honor of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, who passed away on December 29, 2024, at the age of 100. The U.S. Mission to Nigeria announced the closure in a statement shared on its official […]
Actress Olayinka Solomon Welcomes Baby Boy With Husband Olasunkanmi Mabinu-Ori
Actress Olayinka Solomon, also known as Ogo Mushin, has announced the arrival of her newborn baby boy. She and her husband, Olasunkanmi Mabinu-Ori, who tied the knot in September 2021, shared the joyful news on Instagram. In her post, Olayinka described their baby boy as their “greatest blessing” and “tiny miracle.” She shared heartwarming photos […]
Dr. Echezona Obiagbaosogu Resigns from Priesthood to Embrace African Traditional Religion
Dr. Echezona Obiagbaosogu, a former Catholic priest for 17 years, has announced his resignation from the priesthood to embrace African traditional religion. Obiagbaosogu, who currently teaches African Traditional Religion at Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka, made the revelation following the defense of his PhD dissertation titled “Rainmaking and Control in Igbo African Medicine” on Wednesday. […]
Drake Named Biggest Rapper of the 21st Century by Billboard
Drake, the world-famous Canadian hip-hop star, has been named the biggest rapper of the 21st century by Billboard. The ‘Hotline Bling’ singer topped the recently released list of the top 10 biggest rappers of the 21st century by the American magazine. Nicki Minaj was the only female rapper featured on the list. Drake’s rival, Kendrick […]
Seun Kuti Recalls How Fela Kuti Protected Him from Corporal Punishment in School
Afrobeats singer Seun Kuti has shared a personal anecdote about how his late father, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, ensured that he was not subjected to corporal punishment during his primary and secondary school days. Seun revealed that his father gave him a note to present to his headmistress on his first day of school, warning her […]
“Young Billionaire” Hyginus Nkwocha Bags Two Years Jail Term for $345,000 Fraud and Money Laundering
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of Chima Hyginus Nkwocha, popularly known as “Young Billionaire,” for impersonation and money laundering. Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, sentenced Nkwocha to two years in prison with an option of a ₦2,000,000 fine. According to Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Head […]
Nigerian Film Industry in Shock as Beloved Actor and Producer Chijioke Ike Passes Away
The Nigerian entertainment industry is mourning the sudden loss of esteemed actor and producer Chijioke Ike. Fellow producer Stanley Ontop shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram, leaving fans, friends, and family devastated. As reported by Ontop, Chijioke’s life was tragically cut short during a family gathering in his hometown, where he suddenly collapsed and couldn’t […]