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Residents of Patigi and parts of Edu Local Government Area in Kwara State have raised alarm over repeated sightings of helicopters allegedly landing deep within the Patigi forest. The unexplained aerial activity has stirred growing concern among locals, who fear the landings may be linked to the rising wave of kidnappings and armed violence plaguing […]
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Last week Shallipopi posted a snippet of a new single, Na So, across his social channels. The monochrome clip is typical. He prances around a studio, flanked by an all-too-eager gaggle who cavort excitedly in the background. The actual song features a brooding melody and a wickedly jaunty beat, redolent of his early work- songs […]
2 weeks ago
The 13th edition of the Final Cut in Venice, a special programme of the 82nd Venice International Film Festival (August 27th – September 2nd) which supports films from African countries and Middle East territories such as Jordan, Palestine, Iraq, Yemen and Syria, has unveiled its 2025 selection. This year’s edition, which is scheduled to run […]
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The 14th annual BlackStar Film Festival, happening in Philadelphia from July 31st to August 3rd, will showcase over 20 films from African and diaspora filmmakers. These works, spanning shorts, features, documentaries, and experimental pieces highlight diverse stories from places like Nigeria, Senegal, Ethiopia, South Africa, and more. Many of these films are set to make […]
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Ghana is accelerating its embrace of cryptocurrency as the government deepens talks on regulatory frameworks and partnerships aimed at integrating digital assets into its financial ecosystem. This move comes amid a regional trend, with several African nations adopting crypto as a hedge against inflation, currency devaluation, and limited access to global finance. According to recent […]
2 weeks ago
The Federal Government, on Tuesday, faulted the recent travel advisory issued by the United States, warning its citizens against travelling to Nigeria over rising insecurity, describing the move as unjustified and a wrongful portrayal of Nigeria. The government also cited similar advisories released by Australia and the United Kingdom, highlighting that the Nigerian government does […]
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Dagrin’s influence remains palpable, even over a decade after his demise. His raw, unfiltered musical energy still echoes on the streets, emanating from speakers, cars, and clubs. His 2009 hit, Pon Pon Pon, was more than just a song; it was a groundbreaking force that redefined Nigerian music. Recently, the world finally caught up to […]
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Medical doctors employed by the Lagos State Government recently embarked on a three-day strike. The doctors, with the support of the Medical Guild in Lagos, declared that the strike, which commenced at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, July 28, 2025, will come to an end at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 31, 2025. The strike is […]
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