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Burna Boy Sets New Spotify Record for African Artistes

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has reclaimed the top spot on the digital streaming charts after setting a new Spotify record for the highest monthly listeners by an African artiste. The Afrofusion star reportedly reached a peak of 46.84 million monthly listeners on the streaming platform, surpassing the previous mark and reinforcing his position as

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Deyemi Okanlawon Says He Quit Acting in 2019 Over Poor Pay

Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon has revealed that he stepped away from acting in 2019 due to poor remuneration and what he described as the prevalence of mediocre productions in the industry. Okanlawon said he became frustrated with the quality of work and the financial rewards available to actors at the time, prompting him to focus

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Nigeria Receives 18 Repatriated Benin Artefacts from Switzerland

Nigeria has received 18 priceless Benin Kingdom artefacts returned from Switzerland, marking another milestone in the country’s efforts to recover its stolen cultural heritage. The artefacts, including religious objects believed to be among the renowned Benin Bronzes looted from the ancient Benin Kingdom in the late 19th century, were formally handed over to the Federal

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Asari-Toru Council Chairman Congratulates Miss World Nigeria 2026

The Chairman of Asari-Toru Local Government Area, Onengiyeofori George, has congratulated Tamunosoye Karibi-George on her emergence as Miss World Nigeria 2026. In a statement, he described her victory as a proud moment for Asari-Toru, the Kalabari Kingdom, Rivers State, and the Niger Delta region. He said her success reflects the talent and resilience of young

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Children Describe Late Kalabari Queen Princewill as Mother Who Touched Many Lives

Children of the late Queen Florence T.J.T Princewill, wife of the late Amanyanabo of Kalabari Kingdom in Rivers State, King Prof. T.J.T Princewill, have described her as a great mother who made a huge impact in the lives of many people, including those she did not personally know. The week-long funeral activities in honour of

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The Future Awards Africa Independent Opens Nominations in Four States

The Future Awards Africa Independent (TFAAi) has announced the opening of nominations for its inaugural edition, set to begin on Friday, 27 March 2026, in Abia State, Kano State, Rivers State, and Oyo State. Building on the legacy of The Future Awards Africa (TFAA), TFAAi aims to recognise young changemakers driving innovation and progress at

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PMAN to Hold General Congress Meeting in Rivers

The Performing Musicians Employers Association of Nigeria (PMAN) has announced plans to hold its General Congress meeting in Rivers State. According to the association, the meeting is scheduled to take place today at Tamsil Gardens, Abacha Road, by 12 noon. In a joint statement, the Rivers State Governor of PMAN, Mozy B, and the State

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Runsewe explains failed Tiger Woods Nigeria visit

The Director-General of the National Council for Arts and Culture, Otunba Segun Runsewe, has explained why plans to bring golf star Tiger Woods to Nigeria did not materialise. He said logistical and funding challenges prevented the proposed visit from taking plac Runsewe noted that the requirements for hosting a global sports icon of Woods’ status

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Fuji Star KWAM 1 Alleges Exclusion in Awujale Stool Selection

Fuji Star KWAM 1 Alleges Exclusion in Awujale Stool SelectionPopular Fuji musician Alhaji Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, popularly known as KWAM 1, has written to the Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, protesting his alleged exclusion from the selection process for the prestigious Awujale stool in Ijebu land. In his letter, KWAM 1 claimed that influential figures

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Police Investigate Viral Video of Portable Being Beaten in Custody

The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation following the circulation of a viral video allegedly showing Nigerian musician Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, being assaulted while in police custody. The video, which spread rapidly across social media platforms, shows the controversial singer in a distressed state, sparking public outrage and renewed concerns

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