The Abuja Metropolitan Music Society (AMEMUSO) Choir, an opera ensemble composed of members from diverse religious and ethnic backgrounds, has recounted the circumstances surrounding the death of its member and soprano, Ifunanya “Nanyah” Nwangene. The late singer was a member…

Five Nigerian Afrobeats stars who secured nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards failed to clinch wins in their respective categories. In November 2025, PREMIUM TIMES reported that Burna Boy, Davido, Omah Lay, Ayra Starr and Wizkid earned nominations in the…

What began as a peaceful protest against demolitions in parts of Lagos quickly descended into chaos as displaced residents marched toward the Lagos State House of Assembly in Alausa. This eyewitness account documents the human cost of urban renewal policies…

Kingsley Nwangene, a close friend of Abuja-based musician Ifunanya Nwangene, has narrated the singer’s harrowing final hours following a snakebite. Ifunanya, also known as Nanyah, was popularly known as Nanyah_music and fondly called the “Soprano Queen”, died on Saturday after…

President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti following his posthumous recognition with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Recording Academy. In a statement issued by the State House on Sunday, the president described Fela…

The origin When Kunle Afolayan released Aníkúlápó in 2022, few expected it to become more than a standalone film. Rooted in rich Yoruba folklore and powered by striking visuals, the movie quickly captured the hearts of Nigerian audiences and global…

Cast: Ibrahim Yekini, Akinfolarin Olamide, Kevin Ikeduba, Jumai Sanni, Ogboluke, Irewole Olaniyan, Kemi Apesin, Adeniyi Stephen, Ololu Damilola, Jimoh Uthman Olamilekan, Ojumola Bello, Adegbite Adewale Oluwaseun, Orekoya Keji, Samson Folarin, Victoria Adeboye, Aderoju Olarinre, Taofeek Adewale, Muhammed Aremu, Toyin Emperor,…

Following the backlash he received from fellow filmmaker Funke Akindele, Kunle Afolayan has said he has nothing against her. Recently, news surfaced that Ms Akindele’s film ‘Behind The Scenes’ broke box-office records, grossing over N2.4 billion. The achievement earned her…

Nigerian singer Harrison “Harrysong” Okiri has responded to allegations made against him by his ex-wife, Alexer Gopa. PREMIUM TIMES gathered that Gopa, in a now-deleted video posted on her Instagram page, accused the singer of persistent harassment and undue interference…

Actress Angela Okorie has been granted N5 million bail by the Federal High Court in Abuja over allegations of cyberstalking, threats and harassment. PREMIUM TIMES reported that Okorie was remanded at the Suleja Correctional Centre for alleged cyber-related offences, reportedly…

The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has reacted to reports linking one of its Enugu State members, Stanley “Stan K. Amandi” Amandi, to an alleged failed coup plot against President Bola Tinubu’s administration. PREMIUM TIMES reported that security operatives arrested…

Following the recent public appeal for financial assistance to fund brain tumour surgery put out by Nollywood actress Halima Abubakar, the Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, has lifted the indefinite suspension it placed on her. In October 2024, the Guild…

Nollywood filmmaker and actor Stanley “Stan K. Amandi” Amandi is trending on social media following his arrest over an alleged role in a failed coup plot aimed at overthrowing President Bola Tinubu’s administration. PREMIUM TIMES reported that security operatives arrested…

Televangelist and founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry, Chris Okafor, has challenged allegations made against him by actress Doris Ogala, questioning the logic of her claims. Mr Okafor raised the question on Thursday while addressing journalists in…

For over a quarter of a century, the people of Itasa, Oyo State, have watched their landscape change with no tangible development to show for it. Now, backed by state lawmakers and legal counsel, the community is standing its ground…