Events
12 Aug 2023
Naira Diary has officially opened its nomination portal for the highly anticipated Naira Diary Impact (NDI) Awards 2023. [pad] The aim of the Awards, according to the organisers, is to recognise and celebrate individuals and organisations making positive impacts in Nigeria, through social initiatives, community projects, advocacy, and innovations. Opened for nominations on August 1, 2023,…
11 Aug 2023
Tens of thousands of scouts are set to gather for a massive K-pop festival in Seoul on Friday, as South Korea seeks to salvage a problem-plagued jamboree with "the power of Korean culture".
2 Aug 2023
Nigerian renowned acts, Chidi Mokeme and Tobi Bakre have been nominated for the EMY's Actors of the Year category 2023. The Executive director of EMY Africa awards, Kojo Soboh, spoke at a press conference in Lagos on Wednesday, emphasising the celebration of past winners and nominees. He shared the vision of EMY Africa to honour…
28 Jul 2023
You must have seen it around, feasted your eyes a little on those rounded edges and that unmissable teal finish, or perhaps you might have experienced the smooth serve of the finest single malt scotch whisky yourself. Whatever your indulgence is, one thing is certain. If it is The Singleton, then you know it will…
22 Jul 2023
It is a known fact that Hollandais, a 100 percent cotton yarn Dutch wax, adopted as one of Africa’s top grade traditional fabrics particularly Nigeria, is a centerpiece for women of class and style, old or young. Cherished for its versatility and design varieties, this Dutch wax has been a huge symbol of Nigerian identity…
22 Jul 2023
.A documentary on Nightlife In Lagos Underway Lifestyle Entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer of The Sunky O Lifestyle Company, Sunkanmi Ojulari has done a preview of “NightLife in Lasgidi,” a docuseries capturing the nightlife experience in Lagos. The preview to the series was unveiled to industry leaders, nightlife entrepreneurs, entertainment stakeholders and the media at…
22 Jul 2023
Dealing with the high cost of sanitary pads could be challenging given the current situation of the country. About 44 per cent of women and girls are experiencing period poverty as they cannot afford N500 to N800 sanitary pads.
8 Jul 2023
The Campos Stadium on Lagos Island was filled to capacity with high profile men and women from all walks of life last weekend. The Chairman of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Tony Elumelu also joined in the fitness walk tagged...
8 Jul 2023
In Nigeria today, widows are saddled with the responsibility of taking care of their kids who are fatherless as this poses unprecedented hardship on most of them, owing to the high cost of living.
8 Jul 2023
In a bid to provide a safe space for life-based, wholesome conversations where people can express themselves without fear of judgment, Sandra Adenike Thomas, popularly known as Nicki Coppola, has created a podcast dubbed ‘The Hallowed Conversations.’
6 Jul 2023
The internationally renowned Battery Dance Company, famous for captivating choreography and breathtaking performances, is returning to Nigeria from July 5 to 16.
Guardian Life
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Nollywood actor, Olanrewaju James, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has filed an appeal with the Court of Appeal. The actor filed the appeal at the Lagos Division, seeking to overturn his conviction by a Lagos State High Court for the sexual assault of a minor. Baba Ijesha, represented by his counsel Kayode Olabiran, argued that…
51 mins ago
Music Producer Kehinde Emmanuel, popularly known as Napji has accused Davido of not paying him his full royalties. Napji alleged he is the is the brain behind three of Davido's hit songs. In an "X" post, he disclosed that he produced the songs ‘Jowo’, ’Fem’ and Sunlight In the album A better time', but has…
2 hours ago
Kim Kardashian has reportedly lost over 100,000 followers on Instagram. This significant drop comes after the release of Taylor Swift’s new album, which includes a track that fans speculate is a diss aimed at Kardashian. The song in question, titled “thanK you aIMee,” is featured on Swift’s latest album “The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology.”…
2 hours ago
In an interview on Justin LaBoy’s podcast “The Download,” Kanye West found himself at the center of controversy yet again due to his remarks about former First Lady Michelle Obama. During the interview, when asked about who we would want to have a “threesome” with, Kanye West replied, “Michelle Obama. Gotta f*ck the President’s wife!”…
5 hours ago
Nigerian singer Tems has announced the release of her latest single ”Love me Jeje” an imitation of Seyi Sodimu in 1997. Seyi Sodimu known as Mr. Jeje is a Nigerian singer-songwriter, best known for his hit single "Love Me Jeje". The song made him popular in Nigeria in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The…
Music
1 day ago
Sasi Entertainment has taken a significant step forward by signing the talented artist known as Finess, whose real name is Iseoluwa Friday Aruwayo. This move marks a pivotal moment for both the label and the artist, signaling the beginning of a promising outcome for the Nigerian music space. For years, Sasi Entertainment has been quietly…
3 days ago
The music at the opening day of The Fabric of Courage, Somi’s week-long exhibition of the remarkable archives of the World Black Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC), which held for the second time it occurred, back in 1977, was a marvel to listen to.
3 days ago
David Adedeji Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, is a Nigerian-American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. He was born on November 21, 1992 in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, to Nigerian parents Adedeji and Vero Adeleke. Davido is one of the most successful musician in Nigeria and Africa at large, with lot's of good Songs and…
3 days ago
As the 2024 edition of the music reality competition, Nigerian Idol, premieres tomorrow, ardent followers of the show are already buzzing with excitement and ready to root for their favourite contestants.
13 Apr
For decades, Port Harcourt city has nestled some of Afrobeats’ biggest stars. From Ajebo Hustlers to Omah Lay, Timaya, Burna Boy, Mercy Chinwo and many others, the garden city has become a birthplace of music stars renowned mostly for their unique artistries.
Film
1 day ago
After a successful 10-week training programme, the British Council Film Lab Africa programme has announced the selection of 20 grant recipients in the short film and microfilms categories for opportunities to get funding for their various film projects. Brenda Fashugba, British Council's Creative Economy Lead, Sub Saharan Africa and Head of Arts Nigeria made the…
4 days ago
Eniola Ajao's new movie "Ajakaju" has continued to smash box office records, crossing the N2OOmillion mark less than a month after its release. The indigenous epic film, co-produced by Anthills Studio and distributed by FilmoneNg, has captured the hearts of audiences across Nigeria, crossing the impressive N200 million mark in ticket sales, according to data…
16 Apr
Roy Madu, also known as the Towncrier is a man who loves his crafts so dearly. That is why, he never stops showing his creative side and telling African Stories through the art of filmmaking and making creative sounds. Madu's audacity to challenge norms and present authentic black African narrative in a most relatable manner…
6 Apr
They have been consistent as the ‘eastern stars’. Since they took the decision to venture into acting in 1999, the ever charming and delectable Chidinma and Chidebere Aneke, aka Aneke Twins, have not looked back.
6 Apr
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) and some non-governmental organisations have agreed to continue their collaboration to reduce the effects of tobacco and other harmful products towards achieving a ‘SmokefreeNollywood’.