Nigeria: President Backs Ultramodern Royal Museum at Oba of Benin’s Palace
[This Day] Abuja — President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday backed the planned ultramodern international standard Benin Royal Museum that would house the Benin Bronzes and other artefacts being returned to Nigeria, for the purpose of preserving history, t…
South Africa: South African History, Through Rashid Lombard’s Lens
[New Frame] The struggle photojournalist, activist and jazz photographer has given UWC custody of his archive, with plans to digitise it and start an accessible photography centre.
South Africa: The Spirit of ‘Tshona!’ Endures
[New Frame] Pat Matshikiza and Kippie Moeketsi’s four-track project got to the heart of the 1970s’ defiance that produced it, appealing to listeners of popular music and jazz.
Nigeria: Nigeria’s Official Language is English. Why Do Its Citizens Have to Prove It?
[African Arguments] The UK Home Office requires the IELTS, an English language examination for Nigerians to study or immigrate there. Critics say it must be cancelled or at least reformed.
Nigeria: Genevieve’s ‘Sharon Stone’ Makes Cameo in U.S. Show
[This Day] Nollywood’s all-time poster girl, Genevieve Nnaji is a force to be reckoned with. As such, it’s certainly not out of place to say that the Nigerian star and film producer is Nollywood’s greatest export. Across the course of her career–which…
Nigeria: Nigerian Actors Are Not Faithful, Says Iyabo Ojo
[Daily Trust] Ace Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo, says she has never seen a faithful actor in the Nigerian movie industry.
Nigeria: Nigerian Tweeps Hail Burna Boy Over Successful Sold-Out Show in New York
[Daily Trust] Nigerians have taken to their various Twitter accounts to shower praises on Grammy award-winning artiste, Burna Boy, over his successful sold-out show that was held last night at the Madison Square Gardens, New York City, US.
Nigeria: I Pranked Nigerians Over Second Wife, New Son Post to Gain Attention – Yul Edochie
[Daily Trust] Popular Nollywood actor cum politician, Yul Edochie, has said that the post announcing he was married to a second wife and had a newborn son was a ruse aimed at gaining Nigerians’ attention on social media.
Nigeria: Naija Hood Rep – Imade Wins Caretaker ‘Hot Seat’ Challenge
[This Day] One of the female hood representatives in the ongoing reality television show, ‘Naija ‘Hood Rep, Imade Osawaru has become the Caretaker of the week during a ‘Hot Seat’ task.
Nigeria: I Think I’m Gonna Get Married Soon – Davido
[Vanguard] Nigerian singer, songwriter, David Adedeji Adeleke, popularly known as Davido might be off the singles market soon.