The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy has announced “Ember to Remember 2026,” a 100-day national tourism season designed to promote Nigeria’s cultural, tourism and creative offerings from September to December. The initiative was announced on…

The family of the late Nigerian filmmaker, producer, and director Dimbo Atiya has announced burial arrangements for the acclaimed creative practitioner. PREMIUM TIMES reported that the Mr Atiya died on 6 August 2026. He was 52 years old. The news…

The colleagues of veteran actor and screenwriter Taiwo “Ogogo” Hassan have rallied around him after his daughters revealed that he is battling stage-four cancer and is currently unfit to travel abroad for medical treatment. PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that Kira…

Kira and Haleemah, the daughters of veteran actor and screenwriter Taiwo “Ogogo” Hassan, have revealed that their father is battling Stage 4 cancer and appealed for support as the family seeks treatment options. The actor’s daughters disclosed his condition in…

MultiChoice Nigeria on Monday revealed the reasons behind Chinaecherem “Neche” Maduagwu’s exit from the Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality show. PREMIUM TIMES gathered that the 25-year-old, who served as the Head of House for the week, voluntarily withdrew from the…

Ngozi Adeleke, wife of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, has revealed that her husband’s famous dancing skills predate his political career, recalling how he danced at their traditional wedding. Speaking in a recent interview with Vanguard, Adeleke said her husband’s…

Georgina Rodríguez, wife of Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, has explained why the couple chose an intimate wedding in the living room of their home in Cascais, Portugal, instead of the lavish ceremony many had expected. Ronaldo and Rodríguez got married on…

Afrobeats star David “Davido” Adeleke has disclosed he is not considering a career in politics despite his family’s long history in government and his active role in his uncle Ademola Adeleke’s re-election campaign in Osun State. The singer said this…

StarTimes’ dating reality show, Hello Mr. Right, is returning for a fourth season with a renewed emphasis on compatibility, self-awareness, and the qualities that can sustain a relationship beyond physical attraction. The new season, produced in partnership with MTN, held…

Former Kogi West senator Dino Melaye has opened up about the source of his wealth, rejecting suggestions that his lifestyle was funded by public office proceeds. Mr Melaye said he would not describe himself as extremely wealthy but “comfortable”, attributing…

Nigerian actress Uche Ogbodo has disclosed that dissatisfaction with her appearance prompted her to undergo a non-surgical facial rejuvenation procedure. Ogbodo was no stranger to cosmetic surgery. PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that she was among the actresses who had undergone…

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and the long-running feud between cryptocurrency entrepreneur Linus “Blord” Williams and social media activist Martins “VeryDarkMan” Otse were among the stories that generated significant Google search interest among Nigerians…

Tomi Falade, a Nigerian journalist and writer, has released two new historical plays as she returns to storytelling. Ms Falade’s Alayemore: The Twice-Crowned King and Orompotoniyun: 12 Nights For A Crown are her third and fourth books, respectively. The books…

Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat has described the practice of car spotters stopping luxury vehicles along the Lekki-Epe Expressway as criminal, vowing that the state government will clamp down on those involved. Mr Hamzat disclosed this during an appearance…

The Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) has commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba, amid allegations involving her fiancé and one of its Shepherds, Prophet Itunu Onadeko. The church said it was particularly…