At the 13th African Film Festival, which took place at the Oriental Hotel on November 10, 2024, the Nollywood movie “Phoenix Fury” won the Best Film prize. At this year’s African Film Festival, exceptional films and performances were honored. Phoenix Fury, which was directed by Ifeoma Nkiruka Chukwuogo, demonstrates how a director may skillfully combine…
Monday Okpebholo and Dennis Idahosa were officially sworn in as the Governor and Deputy Governor of Edo State, respectively. The swearing-in ceremony was held on Tuesday (today) at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, the capital city of the state. It is worth noting that Okpebholo takes over from Godwin Obaseki, who governed the state…
The Nigerian government has limited the ability of certified flight crew members to work for more than one airline. The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) implemented this limitation, citing its research that indicates pilots and other flight crew members provide services to various airlines. In a notice issued by the NCAA/DGCA/AOL on November 6th, 2024,…
‘Order’ is the collaboration between chart-topping rappers Shallipopi and Olamide. Following weeks of suspense, Shallipopi has finally released the single, continuing his run of releases as he gets ready for a successful year-end. Olamide gave a sultry verse that complemented the song’s fast-paced production, while Shallopopi peppered the song with his Benin Pidgin English slang….
FAVE is a significant force in Nigerian music and beyond thanks to her captivating words, deep voice, and unique rhythmic style. FAVE’s 2020 viral hit song N.B.U. was the first to draw public attention. Since then, she has put out a number of hit songs and critically lauded albums, such as her first EP, Riddim…
Concerns about the effects of monopoly activities on Nigerian consumers and the economy are mounting, which is why the association is calling for a review. [ATE] Concerns about monopoly activities, foreign exchange leaks, and tax ramifications have prompted the Association of Telecom Entrepreneurs to demand a review of the borrow-me-credit program provided by certain telecom…
The United States (US) government has announced a reward of $25,000 for information that could lead to the capture of Olalekan Abimbola Olawusi, a Nigerian individual currently facing trial for the alleged murder of his child. According to a statement from Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal Don Freeman, which was made available on the agency’s website…
Former Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Abdullahi Gwarzo, has stated that his ousting by President Bola Tinubu was not due to his work performance. There has been a series of speculations regarding the sacking of some ministers by President Tinubu. However, in an interview with BBC Hausa Service, Gwarzo expressed shock at…
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has negotiated with Dangote Refinery to transport products directly from the refinery. Abubakar Garima, the President of the IPMAN’s National Chapter, confirmed this development during a press conference on Monday in Abuja after a session of the National Working Committee of the Association. He mentioned that this…
Senator Monday Okpebholo, who is set to become the Governor of Edo State, has approved the appointment of Fred Itua as his new Chief Press Secretary. It is worth noting that Okpebholo is set to assume the role of Governor tomorrow, November 12th. Itua, scheduled to assume office on Tuesday, makes the first official appointment…
