Nigerian actress and media personality, Omotunde Adebowale-David, also known as Lolo 1, has shared a traumatic experience of being raped by a male colleague in the broadcasting industry. She made the revelation on her podcast “Say My Piece,” which was posted on YouTube. Lolo 1 stated that the incident has left her traumatized and experiencing…
Anthony Edwards, the 19-year-old shooting guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves, has made headlines with a groundbreaking financial decision. Edwards has reportedly paid $1.08 million in child support upfront, covering 18 years’ worth of payments for his daughter with ex-girlfriend Ayesha Howard. The controversy unfolds as Ayesha Howard has expressed her dissatisfaction with the lump-sum payment,…
Nigerian music sensation, Emmanuel Adewale, popularly known as Mayorkun, has revealed that he is considering relocating abroad due to the ongoing hardship in the country. The “Mayor of Lagos” crooner made this announcement on social media, stating “I dey reason to japa” which translates to “I’m considering relocating”. Mayorkun’s decision comes amid a growing trend…
President Bola Tinubu has made significant changes to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) board. In a sweeping reconstitution, Tinubu removed the chairman, Pius Akinyelure, and the Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, along with all other board members appointed in November 2023.¹ Bashir Ojulari has been appointed as the new CEO, effective from…
The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) recently organized a one-day stakeholder engagement in Kano, aiming to address the rising concerns of unprofessional broadcasting standards in the state. The event brought together participants from 45 broadcast stations in Kano. In his address, NBC Director General Mr. Charles Ebuebu emphasized the need for broadcasters to adhere to the…
Renowned musician, Sir Shina Peters, has honored Evangelist Prof. Ebenezer Obey Fabiyi, a legendary icon in the Nigerian music industry, with a heartfelt tribute. Sir Shina Peters, known for his Afrojuju sound, acknowledged the profound impact Evangelist Obey has had on his life, music career, and the entertainment industry as a whole. He celebrated Evangelist…
Nollywood actress Regina Chukwu has shared a harrowing experience of being kidnapped from a hotel where she was lodged with actor Akin Lewis after a movie shoot. In a video posted on her YouTube channel, Regina Chukwu TV, the actress revealed that she was taken from the hotel by unknown gunmen who broke into her…
TVC Communications, a leading media conglomerate, has expanded its portfolio with the launch of a new radio station, Yanga 89.9 FM, in Lagos State. The new radio station, which broadcasts in Pidgin language, is located in the state-of-the-art Eko Atlantic City, Lagos Island, the new headquarters of TVC Communications. Yanga 89.9 FM joins the ranks…
News Central, a Nigerian independent 24-hour news and media television channel based in Lagos, has been recognized as the ‘Fastest Growing Broadcast Station of the Year 2024’ at the annual Independent Awards held in Lagos last Saturday. This prestigious award solidifies News Central’s position as a leader in delivering impactful journalism across Africa and beyond….
Prof. Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, the Senior Special Adviser to the President of the African Development Bank on Industrialisation, has criticized Nigerian leaders for prioritizing power over national development. Speaking at the Aquinas College Old Students Association 2025 Convention in Akure, Ondo State, Oyelaran-Oyeyinka lamented decades of leadership failure in Nigeria. In his lecture titled ‘Leadership and…
