MTN Nigeria has introduced an exciting new reality TV show, “Next Afrobeats Star,” aimed at discovering and nurturing musical talent, offering aspiring artists a transformative opportunity to realize their dreams. The announcement was made during a press conference in Lagos on Saturday night. MTN Nigeria’s Chief Marketing Officer, Onyinye...
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By JOY ADARA, Abuja – “Fantastic Four: The First Steps” has taken the top spot at the Nigerian box office, raking in N107 million since its release on July 25. Despite facing stiff competition from blockbuster films like “Superman,” “F1,” and “Jurassic World: Rebirth,” the Marvel superhero movie has...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja – Big Brother (BBNaija) Season 10, themed “10/10,” launched its second show on Sunday, introducing 14 vibrant male contestants, following the reveal of 15 spirited female housemates on Saturday. The diverse cast of 29 housemates sets the stage for an electrifying and unpredictable season. The...
Big Brother (BBNaija’s) landmark 10th season, themed “10/10,” launched on Saturday with host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu introducing the first group of housemates, setting the stage for an intense competition. The season promises a ₦150 million grand prize, fueling anticipation for drama, rivalries, and unexpected alliances among the contestants, each bringing...
By OLA MODUPE, Ibadan – Award-winning filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan has been named Tourism Entrepreneur of the Year at the just-concluded International Tourism Investment Summit in Ibadan, Oyo State. The award was presented at the Governor’s Dinner and Tourism Awards Night, the closing event of the three-day summit held from...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- Spotify has named Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Fola and South African Afro House maestro Thakzin as the latest talents under its RADAR Africa initiative, spotlighting their transformative impact on Sub-Saharan Africa’s music landscape. In a statement released on Thursday, Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music for...
The long-awaited album from veteran singer and commentator, Freeman Chi, is now ready for consumption. The album which drops after a thorough review of the nation’s state of affairs, dwells majorly on hunger, insecurity. According to the singer, he is alarmed by the increasing wave of insecurity and hunger...
Renowned entertainer and activist Charles Oputa, widely known as CharlyBoy, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of veteran Nollywood actor Tom Njemanze, who died over the weekend following a prolonged battle with prostate cancer. The actor had recently shared a viral video appealing for public support to fund...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- Spotify has unveiled its ‘Global Impact List in Nigeria’ for the first half of 2025, highlighting the country’s top 30 songs and tracks that have resonated with international audiences. The list showcases the diversity and global appeal of Nigerian music, with Afrobeats dominating the charts....
On Wednesday, July 16, 2025, fans of Grammy-winning Afrobeats star Ayodeji Balogun, widely known as Wizkid, flooded social media with heartfelt messages, photos, and video clips to celebrate his 35th birthday. Using hashtags #WizkidAt35 and #StarBoy35, supporters lauded the “Piece of My Heart” singer’s transformative impact on African music....
Big Brother (BBNaija) Season 10 is poised to captivate audiences with a record-breaking N150 million grand prize. Executive Head of General Entertainment at MultiChoice Group, Busola Tejumola, announced this during a press conference in Lagos on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. The highly anticipated season will launch with a two-night...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- Nigerian movie “My Mother is a Witch”, starring Mercy Aigbe and Efe Irele, has achieved significant box office success, grossing ₦100 million since its release. According to FilmOne Entertainment, the film’s distributing company, the movie has outperformed competitors to reach this milestone. A Story of...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- Veteran showbiz maestro and activist, Charles Oputa, popularly known as CharlyBoy, is rallying support for ailing Nollywood actor Tom Njemanze, who is fighting prostate cancer. CharlyBoy is calling on Nigerians to provide financial assistance to help Njemanze undergo urgent surgery that costs millions. “I, Area...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos- All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) has reiterated its commitment to using music as a unifying force across Africa while driving global competitiveness. Speaking at a media parley in Lagos, AFRIMA President, Mr. Mike Dada, emphasized that the award platform was not just about celebrating musical...
Comedian-In-Chief, investor and astute business executive, K. O. Baba Jornsen (aka K.O Baba), has reiterated his desire to put Port Harcourt on the global map with comedy. In this regard, K.O.Baba, who is pushing the annual comedy show known as the ‘Mayor of Pitakwa’, is set to push for...
Veteran entertainer and social activist CharlyBoy has taken a significant step towards promoting men’s health by launching a nationwide prostate cancer screening campaign. The initiative, spearheaded by the Charly Boy Foundation, aims to educate men about prostate health, encourage regular screening, and promote early treatment. The campaign is particularly...
Bg JOY ADARA, Abuja- Nigerian music icon, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has issued a public apology to his fans and family following intense backlash over his claim that men are not naturally wired for monogamy. In a viral video posted on Instagram on Wednesday from Abuja, the...
QEDNG, the renowned online newspaper published by Mighty Media Plus Network Limited, has announced the launch of the QEDNG Creative Powerhouse Summit. This groundbreaking event will be held on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at the prestigious Radisson Blu Hotel, Isaac John Street, Ikeja GRA, Lagos. With...
Media entrepreneur and storyteller Chude Jideonwo has released another true crime special “The TikTok Scammer”, a gripping true crime special that unpacks the emotional and financial trauma behind romance scams carried out through TikTok. At the center of the story is Jasmine Okafor, daughter of late Nollywood actor Mr...
Get ready for the most anticipated Nollywood film of the year! “Freedom Way,” a star-studded action drama, is set to hit cinemas across Nigeria on July 18. The film’s producer, Blessing Uzzi, announced the release date in a post on her Instagram page. “Freedom Way” tells the story of...