The European Union (EU) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Nigeria have hosted a world premiere of the feature film, Deafening Silence which is a result of the EU-UN Spotlight Initiative that advocates for gender equality and women empowerment in Nigeria. The Spotlight Initiative aligns strongly with the Nigerian government’s gender priorities as well as EU’s and the …

Nigerian singer, Adedamola Adefolahan (popularly known as Fireboy DML) has revealed his biggest motivation in life. The ‘Peru’ hitmaker disclosed that the hope that things would get better is what keeps him going. On his X handle, Fireboy wrote: “I believe one day everything will pay off and all this sh*t will be worth it. it’s this thought that keeps …

In a fiery Instagram live session, controversial singer Portable has lashed out at veteran rapper Vector Tha Viper. The outburst came after Vector name-dropped ‘Zazu’ in a viral snippet of an unreleased song. Portable, known for his outspoken nature, didn’t hold back, boasting that he’s the king of the streets and controls the music industry. He dismissed Vector’s prowess, claiming …

Nigerian media personality Linda Ikeji has refuted claims that she changed her six-year-old son, Jayce’s surname. The rumour surfaced on Tuesday after the blogger shared a vocation post featuring her son and his cousin Ryan, wherein she referred to her son with her last name. Following her post, some netizens claimed that she changed her son’s surname from her baby …

Nigerian ace music star, Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo (better known as D’Banj) has said that his 20-year-long music career is possible courtesy of former partner and music producer, Michael Ajereh, (also known as Don Jazzy). D’Banj acknowledged the Mo’ Hits Records co-founder in a series of posts via his Instagram handle on Thursday. He described the two decades as years characterised …

Nigerian Singer, Oludipe Oluwasanmi David, popularly known as Spyro,  believes he and Big Brother Naija reality star Nengi rocking similar outfits on the same day might be more than a mere coincidence. The ‘Who’s Your Guy’ hitmaker is now seeking spiritual assistance to decipher if Nengi is his soulmate. He added that he would “obey” if it was established that …

Following his successful recent comedy shows outside the shores of Nigeria, one of the country’s leading entertainment entrepreneurs and entertainers, Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, has concluded arrangements to storm Abuja, the nation’s capital with his “AY Live”, the African All-Star edition, expected to be star-studded. Some of the international shows he successfully hosted in recent times included the …

Veteran record producer and music executive, Don Jazzy has reckoned that Nigerians are not receptive to female musicians. The Mavin Records boss said it is sad that Nigerians don’t consume much music from female artistes compared to their male counterparts despite their hard work. A netizen with the X handle @Lahon199x had raised concerns over the issue, saying Nigerian female …

The wait is finally over! Offshoot, a thrilling new film that promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats, is set to premiere in cinemas nationwide on 14 June. Produced by Oluwatoyin Adewumi and Benjamin Abejide Adeniran, and directed by a Ugandan filmmaker, Ayeny T. Steve, the film delivers an emotional and action-packed narrative that explores the depths …

Pius Obudu Waritimi’s award of Master Carver of the Niger Delta at ArtMiabo International Art Festival (AMIAF) 2024, held in Ebonylife Place, Victoria Island, Lagos from 29 April to 1 May this year, is a testament that love conquers the arts. We first met as undergraduates in the University of Nigeria at Nsukka in 1980 when I was a freshman …