Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has stated that President Bola Tinubu did not want him in his cabinet, contrary to reports that the National Assembly rejected him due to a security report from the Department of State Services (DSS). El-Rufai made this revelation during an interview on Arise TV, where he expressed his thoughts…
Renowned Nigerian filmmaker, Tunde Kelani, recently dined with legends at the ‘White House’ home of Professor Henry Louis ‘Skip’ Gates Jr. The exclusive gathering also included Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka and filmmaker Raynald Leconte. This unforgettable evening was a precursor to the screening and discussion of Kelani’s film, “Amazing Grace, Yoruba Worlds,” scheduled to take…
In a recent development at NBC News, Lester Holt will step down as anchor of NBC Nightly News this summer, transitioning into a new full-time position at the primetime news magazine Dateline. Holt and NBC News executives shared the news with staff on Monday morning. Having led Nightly News for a decade following Brian Williams’…
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has appointed Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti, son of Afenifere leader Pa Reuben Fasoranti, as the Secretary to the State Government. This announcement came just hours after Aiyedatiwa’s inauguration as the seventh executive governor of the state on Monday.¹ Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti, who hails from Akure South local government area, was previously…
The speakership crisis rocking the Lagos State House of Assembly might be resolved soon as the intervention of heavyweights in the All Progressives Congress may be leading to a headway. It was learnt that the impeached Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa and the current Speaker, Mojisola Meranda, might be stepping aside for another lawmaker to lead the…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has hailed the role of Nigerian writers in nation building, noting that the country is blessed with good writers, who have distinguished themselves globally. He noted that one of such writers is the late Prof. Chinua Achebe, saying “He exposed Nigeria to the world and used his writings to elevate Nigeria’s…
Nollywood actress, Ini Edo, has announced the passing of her father. Grieving the loss on her Instagram page on Monday evening, the actress described the deceased as her greatest cheerleader and first love. She noted that her late father would forever remain in her heart. “This post has been the hardest to make… I have…
Frontline Nigerian actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, has publicly identified herself as a feminist. Akindele made this revelation while advising the wife of popular skit maker, Kamo State. Speaking in a viral video on social media, the actress noted that despite her feminist nature, she does not encourage women to disrespect their husbands. While also…
Mr. Charles Ebuebu, the Director-General of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), has paid tribute to the late Dr. Aaze Tom Adaba, describing him as a legend, statesman, mentor, and trailblazer. Ebuebu acknowledged Dr. Adaba’s instrumental role in shaping Nigeria’s broadcasting regulatory framework as the pioneer Director-General of the NBC. Ebuebu’s tribute highlighted Dr. Adaba’s dedication,…
Major Debo Bashorun was a Media Assistant to General Ibrahim Babangida. For years, he had a runniing battle with the military authorities, particularly Brigadier Haliru Akilu. At the early stages of the Babangida’s government, he was quite visible in the government. He was so close to the former President that he even wrote a book…
