Koboko Master Show In Da Beginning is poised to make history as Abuja’s own Gbadamosi ThankGod Benard, widely known by his stage name, becomes the first comedian in Nigeria to utilise the prestigious Transcorp Hilton Hotel Abuja’s newly completed 3000-capacity event centre. Also read: Warri show: Nobody can stop me performing anywhere, Davido replies Pinnick This landmark event, scheduled for June …

Nigerian Grammy-winning singer Temilade Openiyi, professionally known as Tems, has been announced as one of the headliners for the first-ever FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show, set to hold at the MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on 13 July. FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced this in a statement on Monday. It marks a major moment not just for …

Dapo Opayinka is a prolific UK-based bilingual Nollywood actor, MC, and filmmaker shaping African narratives across borders

Nollywood actor and media personality Tobi Bakre has opened up about the central role his wife and family play in his life, describing his wife as his anchor and confidant. The suave, award-winning role interpreter made this known in an interview with Nollywire, where he also reflected on his role in Red Circle Bakre has starred in several acclaimed Nollywood …

Afrobeats star Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has said he wishes for Nigeria and the African continent to be better governed. Speaking at the premiere of his documentary ‘Wizkid: Long Live Lagos’ at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York on Friday, the Starboy boss emphasised that governance is one of the key areas he hopes African countries …

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has warned Disc Jockeys ( DeeJays)to obtain a licence from the Musical Copyright Society Nigeria Ltd/Gte (MCSN) before performing music to the public or face a five-year jail term. According to a copyright advisory statement by the regulatory body on Friday, failure to obtain a licence from MCSN constitutes copyright infringement, punishable by a fine …

Nigerian singer Daniel Anidugbe, popularly known as Kizz Daniel has hinted at retirement. The singer, who is teasing another EP, ‘Orange Chase’, barely a week after releasing his latest EP, ‘Lemon Chase,’ explained that he is releasing music in quick succession because he has over 600 songs he wants to release before bowing out of the music scene. Shortly after …

Nollywood actress Abiola Adebayo has confirmed her separation from her husband, Oluwaseyi Akinrinde, revealing that the couple parted ways over a year ago and are now committed to co-parenting their son. In an Instagram post on Tuesday, the actress extended warm birthday wishes to her ex-husband, publicly acknowledging their separation, which took place in April 2024. She wrote, ‘Happy birthday …

Popular Nigerian rapper and activist, Folarin Falana (well known as Falz) has openly stated that he might not choose to raise his future children in Nigeria. Also read: Falana, Falz give Bobrisky 12-hour ultimatum to apologise, retract defamatory claims His concerns stem primarily from the country’s escalating insecurity, threats he faces due to his activism, and broader economic challenges. Falz …

A Non-Government Organisation, Ebunlobirin Foundation has released a film on the life and times of the third Iyalode of Egbaland, Chief (Mrs.) Bisoye Tejuoso, which centred on her philanthropic gestures to the public and empowerment of women. The preview and review of the film titled, Legacy of Strength, was made public on Saturday at a ceremony held at Hubert Ogunde …