Canon Josiah Ransome Kuti, is an Egbaman who made history as the first Nigerian musician to release an album! While singing has been a part of human culture forever, Canon Kuti was the first Nigerian to release a music album. He started composing songs in 1878 and his last work was released in 1921. His…
In a heartwarming revelation, former Cameroonian footballer Samuel Eto’o has shared a story about Lionel Messi’s secret philanthropic efforts in Africa. According to Eto’o, Messi reached out to him with a passion for helping children in remote villages, and together they visited a village in Cameroon where they met a young girl named Ama. Messi…
Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transforming the state’s tourism destinations into world-class attractions. He made this statement during the 7th edition of Hike Ekiti Mountain Safari at Sagbonke Mountain in Efon Alaaye Ekiti. The Governor emphasized the importance of tourism as a vital sector of the economy, highlighting…
President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after a series of private visits to France and the United Kingdom (UK). He arrived at the Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport in Abuja on Monday evening, where he was received by members of his cabinet. The president’s travels, which were not officially detailed, have sparked speculations about the…
Pope Francis, the head of the worldwide Catholic Church, passed away on April 21, 2025. As the bishop of Rome and the sovereign pontiff, he played a significant role in shaping the spiritual direction of the Church. Key Facts About Pope Francis’ Papacy – Spiritual Leadership: Pope Francis was known for his humble approach to…
Nollywood veteran Joke Silva has revealed why she did not adopt her husband Olu Jacobs’ surname after their marriage. According to her, it was her husband who advised her to retain her maiden name. In a recent episode of the Leadership podcast hosted by Stephen Akintayo, the 62-year-old actress shared that her husband recognized the…
Emeka Rollas, the president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), has clarified that the actors involved in a tragic incident in Owerri, Imo state, were not members of the AGN. The incident occurred on a film set, where several actors reportedly lost consciousness after eating and drinking. According to reports, four actors were rushed…
Tobiloba Ogunsina, a popular radio presenter with 32fm, also known as Wokilumo, has expressed disappointment over the current state of newspaper review programs on Ibadan’s radio stations. According to him, these shows have lost their credibility and are now more focused on sensationalism than factual reporting. Ogunsina lamented that hosts often read directly from their…
The highly anticipated documentary “Long Live Lagos,” chronicling the life and career of Grammy-winning Nigerian artiste Wizkid, will premiere at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival in New York City. The film will take audiences on Wizkid’s remarkable journey from his humble beginnings in Lagos to his rise as a global music icon. It will highlight…
Nollywood actor Emeka Ike recently shared a heartbreaking account of his marriage, revealing how he poured his heart, soul, and over N1 billion into his ex-wife and her family, only for her to leave him. “I built for her in Lagos. I built for her mother in Isoko. I trained her in school. I changed…
