Nigerian singer, Keshinro Ololade, popularly known as Lil Kesh, has narrowly escaped death after being involved in a robbery incident in Lagos on Wednesday. According to Hip TV, the Shoki crooner was stabbed in the neck during the robbery. He was reportedly robbed of his jewelry worth millions of naira. Details of the incident remain…
The Venice International Film Festival (VIFF) has announced its line-up for the 82nd edition, and listed among the films to be screen at the prestigious festival is ‘One Woman One Bra’, a Kenyan-Nigerian film. Produced by Nigerian-born prolific filmmaker, Josh Olaoluwa, the film is written and directed by Kenyan female filmmaker, Vincho Nchogu in her…
The Nigeria Police Force has issued a statement dismissing a viral “wanted” notice circulating on social media about Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo. The notice, widely circulated on social media, claiming Iyabo Ojo was wanted by the Office of the Inspector General of Police Monitoring Unit, was described by the police as “false, misleading, and not…
Actor Aina Gold has expressed appreciation for veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, also known as Ogogo, referring to him as his industry ‘small god’. He described Taiwo Hassan in a recent interview, as a mentor who picked him up, trained him, and helped him grow in the industry despite his physical stature and height. Gold praised…
Legendary actor Fabian Adibe, best known for his role in the NTA adaptation of Chinua Achebe’s classic novel, “Things Fall Apart,” has died. The actor, who celebrated his 82nd birthday in February 2025, died peacefully in the early hours of Wednesday. His death was confirmed by the CEO of Best of Nollywood, BON, Seun Oloketuyi,…
Chioma Adeleke, wife of singer Davido, on Thursday morning paid tribute to her late son, Ifeanyi, who died in October 2022. On her Instagram page on Thursday, Chioma shared photos of her wedding bouquet with Ifeanyi’s image pinned to it. She captioned the post,, “My best friend walked me into forever…. Ify, you’re on my…
Adedayo Oketola, a highly decorated journalist, author and former newspaper editor, is seeing his work transcend the newsroom. His award-winning reports are now being cited in academic journals, policy papers, and international forums, proving that rigorous journalism remains a critical force in driving research, accountability, and reform across sectors. Uzoma Mba writes that the award-winning editor’s impactful…
The stage is set for the 6th edition of the Bodex Social Media Hangout, one of Nigeria’s most dynamic gatherings bridging digital innovation, entertainment, and human connection. Scheduled for Friday, November 21st to Sunday, November 23rd, 2025, this year’s edition promises to be its most impactful yet. With the theme “Social Media & A.I Influence:…
Nigeria’s participation at the ongoing Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Yokohama, Japan, is anchored on an ambitious mission: to attract over $1 billion in trade and investment. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said he and his team aim to accelerate green innovation and industrial growth, expand opportunities for youths, and position the country as…
The Federal Ministry of Youth Development has begun registration to train 100,000 youths in financial literacy, global trade, entrepreneurship, and investing. The free training, which will hold nationwide, is in collaboration with Investonaire Academy. The government announced the training in a statement yesterday in Abuja by the ministry’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Omolara…
