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12 Feb 2024
Former Italian footballer, Giovanni Padovani, has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murder of his ex-girlfriend. He was convicted of multi-aggravated voluntary homicide for killing Alessandra Matteuzzi, 56, outside her home in Bologna on August 23, 2022. Padovani, who played for a lower-league team in Senigallia, had a tumultuous relationship with Matteuzzi,…
12 Feb 2024
Kanye West’s wife, Bianca Censori, attracted a lot of attention rwith her fashion choice at the Super Bowl after-party. Her light tan bodysuit with long cut-out sides left little to imagination. In a video shared on Instagram, Bianca was seen mingling with the crowd, flashing a smile, and even dancing a bit to the music.…
12 Feb 2024
Afrobeat artist Seun Kuti and his wife Yeide, a chef and dancer, have said cheating is not a deal breaker in their marriage. The couple recently appeared on a TVC show, where they opened up about their relationship, their love story, and their stance on cheating in marriage. They have been together for over a…
12 Feb 2024
Usher delivered a Las Vegas-appropriate set heavy on glitz, choreography and nostalgia as he headlined Sunday's Super Bowl halftime show, but it was new music from Beyonce and the Taylor Swift cam that grabbed the most attention.
12 Feb 2024
Nigerian rapper Ruggedman has accused singer 9ice of weaponizing a disagreement with him and ex-wife Toni Payne to sell his album “Tradition”. </ In 2010, Ruggedman and 9ice had a fallout after collaborating on rap hit “Ruggedy Baba”. Rumours at the time suggested that Ruggedman was allegedly having an affair with 9ice then wife Toni…
12 Feb 2024
With her Kansas City Chiefs jacket slung over her shoulder and her gold necklace bearing Travis Kelce's number, 87, music megastar Taylor Swift brought a bevy of celebrity friends to cheer her beau on at the Super Bowl in Las Vegas on Sunday.
12 Feb 2024
Beyoncé surprised her fans with a new album announcement during the Super Bowl on Sunday. The pop icon revealed that she will release Renaissance Act II, the second part of her three-act project, on March 29. The album will explore the country genre, a departure from the dance and house music of Renaissance, which came…
9 Feb 2024
Nigerian rapper and Big Brother Naija winner Laycon recently shared how terribly broke he once was before fame. Describing the period as one of his “lowest lows,” the rapper and reality TV star told thousands of his followers that he was so broke in 2013 and had to drink garri without sugar. But that is…
9 Feb 2024
A popular TikToker, Napi, pranked some Super Eagles players at their hotel in Côte d’Ivoire. In a one-minute video clip posted on both his Instagram and TikTok accounts, Napi, who dressed like a mentally challenged person and was barefooted, walked into the hotel lobby where some Super Eagles players and some guests were. He first…
9 Feb 2024
Marvel actor Jonathan Majors has found himself embroiled in a fresh controversy as two women have come forward with new allegations of physical and emotional abuse against him. The women, Emma Duncan and Maura Hooper, claimed to have dated Majors between 2013 and 2019. They accused the actor of abusing and manipulating them during their…
9 Feb 2024
American comedian Mo'Nique has reopened old wounds in her years-long feud with media mogul Oprah Winfrey. The comedian alleged that Winfrey took movie roles offered to her and blindsided her by interviewing her estranged parents on her show without prior consent. The feud between Mo'Nique and Winfrey dates back to 2019 when Mo'Nique accused Winfrey,…
9 Feb 2024
Nigerian artist Asake has won the “Best African Act” at the recently concluded Music Of Black Origins Awards (MOBO) held in Sheffield United Kingdom, triumphing over Grammy winner Tyla. The singer’s success came less than a week after he lost to South African sensation Tyla at the Grammy. Other Nigerian artists were also nominated in…
Guardian Life
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These days, prioritising your well-being may seem challenging. Fortunately, forming small, easy habits can lead to significant improvements in your overall health. By focusing on a few simple, everyday habits, you’ll see major benefits in no time. Commit just 10 minutes daily Reserve at least 10 minutes each day for physical activity. A short walk…
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Colombia has offered to pay for the "dignified" deportation of its citizens from the United States, the foreign ministry said Friday, a week after a public spat between presidents Gustavo Petro and Donald Trump over the removal of migrants. The two leaders had issued threats and counter threats of major trade tariffs of up to…
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It's a baffling irony that the culture-shifting Beyonce has won more Grammys than anyone, ever, but has yet to attain the holy grail that is winning for Album of the Year. At Sunday's 67th edition of music's top awards ceremony, the megastar has yet another chance to take home the prize -- but…
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Afghanistan's Taliban government took over management of Kabul's famed Serena hotel on Saturday, a hotel statement said, a luxury property targeted by Taliban attacks during their insurgency. The Kabul Serena Hotel was run for nearly 20 years by the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development in the Afghan capital and was popular with business travellers…
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India's finance minister unveiled broad income tax cuts on Saturday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government looks to bolster consumption and perk up a slowing economy. The world's most populous country is forecast to expand at its slowest pace since the Covid pandemic in the current fiscal year, after growing at more than eight percent…
Music
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Music producer Sarz and rapper Blaqbonez have urged upcoming artistes to stay true to themselves, emphasising that authenticity is the key to lasting success in the music industry. They shared this advice during the recently concluded Fresh Finds Sessions, a three-day workshop organised by Spotify and United Masters in Lagos to support emerging talents. The…
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Following his meteoric rise in the Nigerian music industry so far, Afrobeats sensation TML Vibez is gearing up to take his electrifying sound to the stage with his highly anticipated concert, Pawon Boy Live in Concert, set to take place at Terra Kulture in Lagos on February 14th. Presented by Dapper Live, the show promises…
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The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), on Thursday said the continued stay
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Gospel singer Mercy Chinwo has made revelations about her former manager, accusing him of threatening her life and orchestrating false rumours about the paternity of her child. In a video posted on her Instagram page on Tuesday, the award-winning singer narrated her ordeal, alleging that the individual’s actions forced her to leave Lagos for…
27 Jan
on Monday inaugurated projects executed by Gov. Ahmed Ododo in his one year in office. Tinubu, who was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, lauded Ododo for executing such a number of projects in a short time. The president said that the projects would positively impact the lives of Kogi citizens. The News Agency of…
Film
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Nollywood stars Toyin Abraham, Iyabo Ojo, and Muyiwa Ademola have announced the release dates for their latest films, ‘Iyalode’, ‘Labake Olododo’, and ‘Ori, respectively. The filmmakers revealed that ‘Iyalode’ will hit cinemas on June 6, 2025, ‘Labake Olododo’ is set for March 28, 2025, while ‘Ori’ will be released on May 1, 2024. The trio…
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Nigerian film distribution and production company, FilmOne Entertainment, has unveiled a lineup of Nollywood and Hollywood movies set to hit cinemas in early 2025. The announcement was made at the FilmOne Exhibitors Showcase in Lagos on Wednesday under the theme ‘Lights On, Curtain Up: Unveiling the New’. The event, attended by Nollywood stars including Toyin…
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Henrik Johan Ibsen, the renowned Norwegian playwright and theatre director, is often heralded as the father of realism in drama. He profoundly altered the trajectory of theatrical writing by focusing on the ethical dilemmas and moral conflicts faced by lower-middle-class characters. Ibsen broke away from the traditional narratives that romanticised the lives of nobility and…
25 Jan
Nigerian actress Dorcas Owolagba, aka Ariyiike Dimples, has officially entered the world of cinema, making her debut in the much-anticipated film Something About The Briggs. Something About The Briggs is set to hit cinemas nationwide on January 31st, 2025. The actress, known for her work as a TV host and events anchor, takes on the lead…
25 Jan
The Nigerian entertainment industry continues to evolve, presenting opportunities for further growth if systemic challenges are adequately addressed. Nollywood, the country’s film industry, is celebrated as one of the largest globally