Alhaji Abdulwahab Akoshile has been appointed as the General Manager of Radio Nigeria, Bond FM, Lagos operations. The appointment, which is with immediate effect, was conveyed to him directly by the Director General of Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Dr Muhammed Bulama yesterday in Abuja. Untill his appointment, Alhaji Akoshile was the General Manager…
A Tribute to S.M.O. AKA, the Pen That Shaped My Tongue This evening, while unwinding with friends at a gentlemen’s lounge, a curious fellow approached me with a question that left me momentarily nostalgic: “How did you develop such an impressive vocabulary?” Without hesitation, my mind journeyed back to my formative years in the beautiful…
Peter Fatomilola, Pete Edochie, Nollywood ‘herbalists’ go head-to-head in Macaroni’s ‘The Avengers of Nollywood’ The saying, ‘Where your power ends, another’s begins,’ comes to life in Mr comedian Mr Macaroni’s latest skit, ‘The Avenger of Nollywood’, as popular actors known for playing herbalists engage in a dramatic clash. The skit, released on Saturday, was the…
Dr. Kayode Fayemi, former Governor of Ekiti State, has offered a candid perspective on the state of Nigerian politics. According to Fayemi, the apparent animosity among politicians is largely a facade, with many conflicts being manufactured for social media consumption. He shared these thoughts during his 60th birthday celebration. “So, all these things you read…
The Director General of the National Broadcasting Commission, NBC, Mr. Charles Ebuebu, represented by the Director, Investigation and Enforcement, Dr. Chibuike Ogunmike, recently paid a condolence visit to the family of late Mr. Akeem Olatunji Ayo. Mr. Akeem, who was the Kwara state officer, National Broadcasting Commission, was knocked down by a reckless driver on…
By Ishmael Uthman There are indications that President Bola Tinubu’s decades-long political dynasty in Lagos is experiencing its first major crisis following the intrigues surrounding the removal of the embattled lawmaker, Mudasiru Obasa, as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. Obasa’s removal and the support given to the lawmakers by many Governance Advisory…
Veteran Nollywood Actor, Patrick Doyle, has come to the defense of Grammy-winning singer Tems, following criticism of her victory in the Best African Music Performance category at the 67th Grammy Awards. Tems clinched the award with her hit song ‘Love Me JeJe,’ beating out nominees like Yemi Alade’s ‘Tomorrow,’ Asake and Wizkid’s ‘MMS,’ Chris Brown…
Founder and Chairman board of trustees of the Northern Star Youth Initiatives, Hajia Naja’atu Muhammad, has reacted to reports of the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, demanding apology over her viral TikTok video. Naja’atu, in a recent video, dared the NSA to go to court if he has issues with her statement, saying she’s…
Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has lauded the immediate past Governor of the state, Dr Kayode Fayemi for not limiting his progressive ideals and vision to himself, but impacting his mentees and others to fly in different capacities. Governor Oyebanji gave the commendation on Thursday at a Symposium and launch of Amandla Leadership Institute…
Former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has made a comeback to Nollywood with her latest film, “Hatred”. The movie, which she produced, marks her official return to the industry after her stint in politics. Kennedy-Ohanenye was appointed as a minister by President Bola Tinubu on August 21, 2023, but was relieved of her duties…
