Arts & Entertainment

By George Odok Cross River state Deputy Governor, Prof. Ivara Esu on Tuesday said that Nigeria’s cultural diversity has played a major role in the unity of the country. Esu said this in Calabar at the commencement of the 2017 Calabar Cultural Carnival at the Millennium Park in Calabar. The …

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer As Christians across the globe mark the birth of Jesus Christ, Abuja fun seekers in their large numbers on Monday, trooped to some parks in the Federal Capital Territory to celebrate. They spoke to News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) expressing appreciation to God for making them witness …

Top a-list artistes, including multi award winning artistes, Davido, Olamide, King Sunny Ade and other music stars are set to grace the stage across five different locations to thrill fun seekers as the flagship yuletide revue of the Lagos State Government, also known as One Lagos Fiesta (OLF) takes off …

The wedding between Catherine Ogbonneya Kalu, daughter of former Governor of Abia State, Dr Orji Uzor Kalu and Mr. Lawrence Ehimen Iyere, son of Mr. Fredrick Iyere took place at the Catholic Church of the Assumption Falomo. The reception took place at Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. Dignitaries from across …

Zainab Abaniwonda/Damilola Ishola A clergyman, Pastor Jonathan Olaoye, has described the throwing of firecrackers by youths during Christmas festival as mere fun rather than being scriptural. Olaoye of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Ijomimo Oluwa, Isolo in Lagos told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday that firecracker “is …

By Aminu Ahmed Garko The Commissioner of Police in Niger, Mr Dibal Yakadi, on Saturday advised Nigerians against accepting wrapped gifts from strangers during the Christmas and New Year festivities. Yakadi, who gave the advice in Minna in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), said such gifts …

Governor Mohammed A. Abubakar has reiterated his administration’s support for traditional institutions and respect for traditional rulers across the state. The Governor made this known when he received, at the Banquet Hall, Bauchi State Government House, the new Emir of Katagum Alh. Umar Muhammad Kabir Umar who paid him a …

History was made last Friday, December 15th, 2017 in Katagum emirate of Bauchi state in particular. The 12th emir was appointed. It was classic. History BECKONED, Governor M.A Abubakar, the Advocate and respecter of popular will, HEARKEN and Emir Baba Umar Farouq, the kingmaker’s choice, was APPOINTED. Stripped bare, HISTORY …

By Joshua Olomu Rave -making Nigerian musician, David Adeleke, a.k.a Davido and Ovation Magazine Publisher, Dele Momodu, has finally reconcile after two years of `beef’ over ‘Baby Mama drama.’ They settled their differences at the 10th edition of the annual Ovation Red Carol in Lagos on Sunday. Davido apologised to …

Let me begin by telling a story. On June 1, 2015, the day I resumed work as adviser on media to President Muhammadu Buhari, he had admonished me: “Adesina, always tell me the truth. That is what I want from you. In this type of position I have found myself, …

Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal has congratulated President Muhammadu Buhari on the occasion of his 75th birthday anniversary which falls on Sunday, December 17, 2017. In a message issued by his spokesman, Malam Imam Imam, the Governor said Buhari has paid his dues in the Nigerian polity, and prayed to God …

The Etsu Nupe and Coordinating Chairman of National Council of Traditional Rulers, Dr Yahaya Abubakar has lauded Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike for his outstanding developmental strides and massive transformation of the state. This is as the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike stated that the state will continue …

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer Mr Kanayo Chukwumezie, president of the African Arts and Cultural Heritage Association (AACHA) said over 20 shops and arts works were destroyed in the inferno that engulfed the Abuja Arts and Craft village Friday night. Chukwumezie told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Abuja …

The Lagos State Government on Friday disclosed that over 100 artistes cutting across all genres would be performing at this year’s One Lagos Fiesta, its flagship yuletide revue scheduled to hold from December 24 till early hours of January 1, 2018. Addressing journalists at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre in …

Igbaugba Ehigimetor Edo based musician, Osayomore Joseph, who was recently freed by kidnappers, has narrated his experience and said he paid a huge ransom. “I paid huge ransom before I was released by my abductors after 30 days in captivity,” he told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday …

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Friday commissioned the newly upgraded Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre in Alausa, charging journalists to continue to ensure professionalism in the discharge of their duties at all times. Governor Ambode, who performed the commissioning at the Press Centre, located within the Alausa Secretariat, urged …

For every generation, there is a divine provision for the redemption of the people, especially in times of extreme difficulty and famine. For Nigeria, this is the time for men of courage to stand in the gap for the nation. This is the time to build a new Nigeria, discard …

The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has congratulated Mr. Bruce Onobrakpeya over his conferment with the Nigerian National Order of Merit (NNOM), saying the award to the octogenarian artist is a great boost for the Creative Industry. In a statement issued in Abuja, the Minister said the …

By Nkiru Ifeajuna Coke Studio Africa 5 says that the international pop megastar singer, Jason Derulo, from the United States will visit its studio to collaborate with some African artistes in the global fusion of African music during the coming festive period. Quadrant Company, a public relations company for Coke …

The Assistant General Overseer, AGO (Administration and Personnel), of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, Pastor Johnson. F. Odesola, will be ministering at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Fountain of Glory Area, Chapel of Mercy Zone, Lagos Province 38 on Sunday, December 17, 2017. Pastor Odesola, who is …

The drive by the Lagos State Government to create a private sector driven tourism economy has earned the full confidence of multinational companies, notable entrepreneurs’ business owners and managers alike across the State. This was the consensus at a stakeholders review meeting held with sponsors of the Lagos Street Carnival …

Leading telecommunications services provider, Airtel Nigeria, has announced the commencement of the fourth edition of its award-winning and flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Airtel Touching Lives. Airtel Touching Lives, which is aimed at promoting the culture of giving amongst Nigerians, seeks to uplift the downtrodden and offer useful support …

Nigerian’s music super star and entrepreneur, Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo a.ka. D’banj, has signed a mega deal with Dugout in UK, to enable football fans across Nigeria and Africa get exclusive BTS actions live, of their favourite clubs in Europe. The deal will also present the fans opportunities to meet their …

Like the proverbial handshake across the Niger, honour is headed the way of Mr Femi Adesina, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Muhammadu Buhari. Igwe Cyprian Nevobasi, the Igwe Omeluenyi 1 of Aguneese, Ezeani 111 of Nmaku Kingdom, Enugu State, has nominated Adesina for a chieftaincy title, as …