Veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Adebayo Salami, popularly known as Oga Bello, has opened up about his illustrious 60-year journey in the Nigerian film industry, his new cinema project Her Excellency, and the importance of investing in education and family. In a recent interview, the 71-year-old thespian, who began his acting career in 1964 with…
Princes from royal families in Iwo, Osun State, have publicly rejected an attempt by the town’s traditional ruler, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, to adopt the title “Alaafin of Iwo,” warning that such a move distorts historical traditions and threatens the cultural identity of the ancient town.The royal families, under the leadership of Prince Adedoja Osunwo and…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed his desire to return to university after retiring from active politics, reaffirming his lifelong passion for education and human capital development. Atiku made this known while delivering a keynote address at the graduation and prize-giving ceremony of Pacesetters’ Schools, Abuja, where 205 students graduated as part of the…
Renowned Kenyan journalist and international correspondent, Larry Madowo, has set off a flurry of online discussions with a bold statement about the role of the media in shaping Africa’s global image. In a post that quickly went viral, Madowo wrote: “My job isn’t to cover Africa positively. My job is to cover Africa accurately.” The…
In a desirable step to integrate the values of our national heroes into our political and leadership systems, the Ibadan Discourse Group is kicking off national discussions in honour of notable heroes, starting with a discourse on the late first governor of the Western Region, late Col. Adekunle Fajuyi. The discourse, slated for Thursday July…
Former Super Eagles captain and coach, Sunday Oliseh, has advised Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to make a move to the English Premier League if he intends to maintain his status in global football.Speaking during an interview on Lagos Talks 91.3FM, Oliseh described Osimhen as a valuable asset to Nigerian football but noted that the Napoli…
Renowned Nollywood actor, Dele Odule, has announced the completion of his new film house located in his hometown, marking a significant milestone in his career.Taking to his social media page, the veteran thespian shared photos of the newly constructed building and hinted at an official unveiling soon. “Something, somewhere, somehow. Be expecting very soon,” he…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to press freedom and the professional development of journalists in the state. Speaking through the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Garba Waiya, at the inauguration of the newly elected executive members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Correspondents’…
A CALL FOR PROFESSIONALISM AND DIGNITY IN THE MEDIA In a city like Ibadan—the cradle of broadcasting in Nigeria—one would expect our microphones to speak wisdom, empathy, and truth. Yet, we are now witnessing a growing trend of unprofessionalism that not only undermines the ethics of journalism but actively shames and ridicules vulnerable individuals, especially…
The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to urgently address the widespread hunger, poverty, and insecurity plaguing the nation, warning that continued inaction could jeopardize his chances of re-election in 2027.In a strongly worded statement issued on Thursday by its Deputy President, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, the group expressed deep…
