When a typical Nigerian hears the phrase “I Don Port o,” it instantly brings to mind the 2013 MTN commercial that transformed Nigerian TV commercials and positioned actor Hafiz Oyetoro, popularly known as Saka, as a much-loved personality. The advert,…

Since he began his career in the early 1990s, Lagbaja’s identity has been shrouded in mystery, and many have wondered what he looked like behind the mask. One would imagine that Fireboy DML, who has worked closely with Lagbaja, whose…

The crisis rocking the Performing Musicians Employers Association of Nigeria (PMAN) has taken a new dimension. PREMIUM TIMES reported that PMAN’s National Working Committee (NWC) suspended PMAN President Pretty Okafor over alleged multiple violations of the organisation’s constitution, financial misappropriation,…

Nigeria’s celebrated music icon, Onyeka Onwenu, known as “The Elegant Stallion,” has been buried. The 72-year-old music star was buried on Friday in a private and solemn ceremony at the Ebony Vaults and Gardens in Ikoyi, Lagos, following her wishes.…

Fast-rising Nigerian artiste Markiss Lulu has released his latest single, “Jalla Jalaluhu. ” This dynamic and soul-stirring track showcases his blend of Afrobeat and traditional Nigerian influences. The release follows the success of his previous hits, including “Runaway” and “Iya…

Abdourahamane Diallo, Head of Office and Country Representative of UNESCO in Nigeria, says the organisation is willing to provide technical support for developing Nollywood, the Nigerian film industry. He stated this at the exclusive premiere of ‘When Wolves Cry’, a…

Nojim Maiyegun, the nation’s first Olympic Games medalist, passed away on Monday in Vienna, Austria largely forgotten by the country he once brought glory to. His death not only marks the end of an era but also underscores the disturbing…

The Police Command in Lagos State says it has arrested a nurse over the alleged death of a 36-year-old woman, simply identified as Mrs Abiola. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)…

Ufa Dania, a contestant in the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant in faraway South Africa, is a fan favourite. Ms Dania, who represents Kwara State, has witnessed a vote surge as netizens in South Africa are voting en masse for her.…

Controversial Nigerian singer Dammy Krane, aka Johnson Oyindamola, has been released from police custody nearly a week after his detention at the Force Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (FCID) in Abuja. The arrest stemmed from allegations of defamation against his…

Racheal Oyegoke is a senior leader in the United States Navy, currently stationed in Manama, Bahrain. As a Navy Career Counsellor, she serves as the Command Career Counsellor and Programme Manager for the Career Development Programme and Retention. In this…

Afrobeats sensation Fireboy DML is ready to captivate the world again with his forthcoming album, “Adedamola. ” It goes live on Spotify at midnight on Thursday, promising an exciting and diverse musical experience for all. With a massive and devoted…

Guinness World Records (GWR) has officially recognised a Nigerian man for completing the “world’s longest marathon reading aloud.” The 27-year-old Samson Ajao broke the feat, clocking in at 215 hours— reading continuously for nearly nine full days. The World Records…

A famous Nigerian music video director, Thankgod Omori, popularly known as TG Omori, has bemoaned a failed kidney transplant at a Lagos hospital. The award-winning filmmaker went public with details of his battle with kidney disease in a series of…

In a move to redefine West African cinema, media mogul Mo Abudu, CEO of EbonyLife Cinemas, has teamed up with Moses Babatope, CEO of the new Nile Group, to launch a luxury cinema experience. This initiative, known as ‘The Pods,’…