Come January 1, 2025, the world will welcome a fresh crop of children under the generational label "Generation Beta." These children, born between 2025 and 2039, are expected to make up a sizeable chunk of the global population, contributing an estimated 16% by 2035. READ ALSO: New Minimum Wage: Deputy governor tasks Bayelsa LGAs on…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed substandard and counterfeit goods worth over N120 billion between July and December 2024.  

Lack of sleep is an obvious energy drainer, but did you know that hormonal changes, diet, inactivity, medical conditions, or even narcolepsy could also be sabotaging your energy levels? Despite sleeping in all weekend or getting a full night’s rest, many people still wake up exhausted. If you find yourself constantly tired, even after plenty…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has revealed that it destroyed substandard and counterfeit goods worth over ₦120 billion between July and December 2024.   The disclosure was made on Sunday, December 29, in a statement by the agency's Resident Media and Communication Consultant, Sayo Akintola.   As part of…

Popular Nollywood actresses Toyin Abraham and Mercy Aigbe have expressed frustration over reports of some cinemas not showing their latest movies. The actresses took to social media to voice their concerns, urging cinema operators to be fair in scheduling and to ensure equal opportunities for all filmmakers. Mercy Aigbe, in a post on Instagram today,…

Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage has hinted that her next studio album might be her last. Taking to her Instagram Story late on Friday, December 27, 2024, she shared her thoughts after a series of posts, suggesting she has given her all to the music industry. “This might be my last studio album. I am tired.…

Nollywood actress and box office star Funke Akindele has thanked her fans and supporters after her new movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa (ELJ), reached an incredible milestone. The comedy has grossed ₦783 million, nearing the ₦1 billion mark, and breaking multiple records along the way. On Boxing Day alone, the movie raked in ₦107 million, making…

Filmmaker and actress, Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi, has described herself as her own competition after her latest film, ‘Alakada: Bad and Boujee’, earned N134 million in seven days at cinemas. She shared her excitement today, December 27, on Instagram after the local distributor announced the film's box office numbers. Abraham expressed her gratitude, saying, "God of…

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote, Afrobeats star Ayra Starr, and a host of other Nigerians have made it to New African magazine’s 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024 list. The list, released today, December 27, 2024, celebrates Africans who have made contributions in various fields, from politics and business to…

New African magazine on Friday released its annual list of the 100 Most Influential Africans, which included people who have made positive impacts on the continent and globally. The Guardian reports that the list comprised persons from 29 nationalities, with Nigeria the most represented country while Kenya followed in second place. Editor Anver Versi described…

Rema, Tiwa Savage, Ayomaff, Darkoo, and other stars brought their flair to the Flytime Fest 2024 grand finale on December 25, 2024, as Ayra Starr closed the show with captivating performance that left fans in awe. The four-day music festival in Lagos, marking the 20th anniversary of Coca-Cola Rhythm Unplugged, showcased the best of the…

Nigerian music star, Asake, has sparked speculation after removing YBNL from his Instagram bio and unfollowing everyone on the platform. A check on Asake’s Instagram page on Thursday, December 26, 2025, showed the changes, leaving fans wondering about his relationship with the YBNL label. Adding to the buzz, Asake was noticeably absent at the Flytime…