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Grime MC Skepta’s Tribal Mark: A Cinematic Universe in the Making

Review by Damilare Williams-Shires The directorial debut of renowned Grime MC and budding Renaissance Man Joseph Adenuga Jr, known professionally as Skepta, Tribal Mark, is an ambitious and gripping 24-minute short film that provocatively introduces the world to a future cinematic universe, soon to be populated by anti-heroes and action stars of the Black Secret Read More…

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The Road to the Country: Heart-Racing Journey Through War and Redemption

Chigozie Obioma’s “The Road to the Country” emerges as a sweeping narrative set against the backdrop of Nigeria’s civil war. The story centres on Kunle, a university student in Lagos, who embarks on a perilous journey to save his missing brother amid the chaos of conflict. Obioma’s prose, described by The Wall Street Journal as Read More…

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World Bank and IMF: In the shadow of their talons.

The American World Bank and the European International Monetary Fund, IMF, in the past few weeks, circled Nigeria like vultures waiting for the prey to die. The twin organisations have become more active and quite audacious since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu came to power on May 29, 2023. They are like predators, ready for the Read More…

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Governor Sanwo-Olu inaugurates Lagos rail mass transit Red Line Feb 29

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has revealed plans to inaugurate the long-awaited Lagos rail mass transit Red Line on February 29, aiming to significantly enhance transportation infrastructure in Lagos. Sanwo-Olu made the announcement during the Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA) Stakeholders Forum 2024, held in Ikeja. The event, themed “Parking in Lagos, The Journey Read More…

Cricket Sports

PwC renews commitment to Nigerian under 17 cricket tournament

Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PwC), the longstanding sponsor of the annual national under-17 cricket tournament, has reaffirmed its dedication to supporting grassroots cricket development in Nigeria, citing notable achievements and ongoing progress in the tournament. Speaking at a news conference, Tolu Adeleke, Partner and Representative of PwC, emphasised the organisation’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering community Read More…

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Federal Government launches 20,000 affordable housing project in Lagos

The Federal Government has unveiled plans to kick-start the construction of 20,000 affordable mass housing units under the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates project in Lagos State, marking a significant stride in President Bola Tinubu’s housing initiative. Dr. Markus Ogunbiyi, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, confirmed the development Read More…

Government Nigeria Top Story

60 Nigerian lawmakers advocate transition from Presidential to Parliamentary System

In a groundbreaking move, approximately 60 members of the Federal House of Representatives have embarked on a mission to reshape Nigeria’s governance structure. These lawmakers are pushing for a shift from the current presidential system to the parliamentary system of government. Led by Wale Raji, a prominent legislator representing Lagos State under the All Progressives Congress (APC), this Read More…