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Nigerian Idol season 7: IK Osakioduwa returns as host

After a thrilling ride filled with suspense and humour in the last season, IK Osakioduwa is set to return as a second-time host for Nigerian Idol season 7. This was disclosed in a statement by Mofijesusewa Samuel, Public Relations and Communication Associate, ID Africa. According to the statement, Nigerian Idol Season 7 will air from Read More…

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Performing youths elevate church with Ije, The Musical

The Creative Arts arm of The Elevation Church, Maryland expression, made history for the tenth time with the presentation of the stage play, Ije. The event which was held on 1st October 2021 at the Colonades Hotel, Ikoyi was a pre-launch for the Ikoyi expression of The Elevation Church which is billed to launch on Read More…

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Awolowo’s prophecies prospering Ibeju Lekki, says Sanwo-Olu

The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said the Ibeju-Lekki axis of the State is prospering richly because of the prophetic utterances of the late sage and Premier of the old Western Region, Chief Obafemi Awolowo. Governor Sanwo-Olu made the statement on Sunday evening after watching a stage musical drama performance titled ‘Awo: Read More…

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Ikorodu Bois storm Sanwoolu at Alausa

The parody-creating Internet sensation, Ikorodu Bois, were guests of Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu at Government House, Alausa on Monday. They were received following recent global critical acclaim for their creative reenactments of trending music videos, movie scenes and trailers. Their spoofs had received wide coverage by international news operations including Cable News Network (CNN). Read More…

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Pandemic-constrained Oscars feature more oratory, less music, comedy

The Oscars telecast on Sunday, stripped to its bare essentials by constraints of the COVID-19 pandemic, exhibited a look and feel like no others – devoid of the usual comedy and musical performances but chock full of lengthy oratory from the winners. As the producers had promised, the 93rd annual Academy Awards ceremony marked a Read More…

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Gloria Estefan reunites with old friend Andy Garcia, co-stars as wife in Father Of The Bride remake

In picture above: Together again: Grammy winning singer Gloria Estefan has signed on to star alongside longtime friend Andy Garcia in the upcoming remake of Father Of The Bride. Credit: Getty Images They are longtime friends who are both proud to hail from Havana, Cuba. And now Gloria Estefan and Andy Garcia will star together Read More…

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[Video] Stephanie Linus releases short film ‘The Student’

Nollywood actress, Stephanie Okereke-Linus, has released a new short film, “The Student’, which creates awareness against sexual and gender-based violence (GBV). The renowned actress, who frowns at sexual and GBV issues that have become a thing of concern, took to her Instagram handle @stephanielinus in a video clip, to announce the movie to fans and Read More…

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‘Superman’ reboot in the works at Warner Bros. produced by J.J. Abrams

A new Superman reboot produced by J.J. Abrams is reportedly in the works. According to Deadline, author Ta-Nehisi Coates is writing the film’s screenplay for Warner Bros. and DC. Abrams will produce the feature under his Bad Robot label alongside Hannah Minghella. No plot details have been shared yet and there’s no word on who will star Read More…

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Oscar-nominated actress Cicely Tyson dies aged 96

Cicely Tyson has sadly died at the age of 96. The Oscar-nominated actress’ death was announced on Thursday night by her family. In a statement, they said: ‘With heavy heart, the family of Miss Cicely Tyson announces her peaceful transition this afternoon. At this time, please allow the family their privacy.’ Larry Thompson, Tyson’s manager, Read More…