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4 May
After months of impasse, global leader in music-based entertainment, Universal Music Group (UMG) and social media platform dedicated for creating, sharing and discovering short videos, TikTok have reached an agreement that will see UMG’s music return to the App.
26 Feb
Universal Music Group (UMG) has bought the majority stake in Afrobeats label Mavin Global. The deal is set to close by Q3 2024, pending regulatory approval. In October 2023, MAVIN announced that it was seeking investments. Sources said that even with the investment, the Mavin management team, led by legendary Nigerian music business executive Don…
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A year after the demise of the former Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, his family on Friday converged on Owo, headquarters of Owo Local Council Area of the state to honour and celebrate the legacies of their patriarch. Following a long, protracted illness, Akeredolu gave up the ghost in Germany on December 26,…
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The Oyo State Post-Primary Schools Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) has announced the commencement of the screening exercise, distribution of appointment letters, and documentation for newly recruited teachers across the state. In a statement on ‘X’, TESCOM emphasised its commitment to ensuring a seamless process for the successful candidates. "This exercise is crucial to integrating the…
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The Peoples Bank of China (PBC) on Friday revealed that it has renewed a bilateral currency swap agreement with its Nigerian counterpart
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Former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has declared that there will be no automatic return tickets for current members representing the state at the National Assembly, as well as those at the State House of Assembly. The ex-governor, who stated that he was speaking the mind of former Governor Niyi Adebayo, another leader…
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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…
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The crisis rocking the Edo State Chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) was on Friday laid to rest as the National Executive Council (NEC) of the NLC affirmed Odion Olaye as the authentic chairman of the state. Briefing newsmen in Benin after returning from the NEC meeting, Olaye presented copies of the resolution of…
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Former Governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole, has rated Governor Monday Okpebholo high for his performance in the first month of his administration, stating that he has set a new record in the history of governance in the state. Oshiomhole gave this assessment on Thursday while addressing newsmen at his residence in Iyamho, Etsako West…
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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…
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In a heartwarming display of love and devotion, Governor Chukwuma Soludo and his wife, Nonye, celebrated their 32nd wedding anniversary with a special mass held at their country home in Isuofia, Aguata Local Government Area. The couple was joined by family, friends and members of the community as they marked this significant milestone in their…