Nigeria: Wizkid, Burna Boy, Others Stun Fans At 2025 Lagos Countdown
[Premium Times] The event, organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture was an unforgettable night of music, excitement, and celebration.
Somalia: Somali President Mourns Death of Renowned Artist Luul Jeylaani Ali
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia — President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of the Federal Republic of Somalia has expressed deep condolences following the death of Luul Jeylaani Ali, an esteemed figure in Somali arts, culture, and poetry.
Nigeria: 2024 Ends With No Justice in Sight for Mohbad, As Singer Remains Unburied
[Premium Times] Fifteen months after his untimely death, Nigerian musician Mohbad is yet to find peace–literally. Fans hoped 2024 would be the year justice finally prevailed, but instead, the year ends with his body still unburied and questions surrou…
South Africa: Rock Art Acoustics – South African Study Suggests That a Distinct Echo Attracted Ancient Artists Back to One Site
[The Conversation Africa] Physics does not adequately explain reflected sound and echo effects. Take as example the echo-producing Echoplex, a magnetic tape device that influenced the soundtrack of a generation. Think of Led Zeppelin’s Whole Lotta Love…
Somalia: Galmudug Book Fair Kicks Off in Dhusamerab Town
[Radio Dalsan] Galmudug Book Fair, has on Monday commenced in Dhusamareb town in Gakmudug State.
Somalia: Somalia Mourns the Death of Prominent Songstress Lul Jeeylaani
[Radio Dalsan] The Minister of Information, Culture, and Tourism of Somalia, Daud Aweys Jama has sent his heartfelt condolences to the family and relatives of Luul Jeeylaani Ali, who passed away.
Nigeria: World Iyan Carnival Debuts in Ekiti Amid Colourful Cultural Showcase
[Premium Times] 27 December was mapped out as World Iyan Day during the carnival.
Nigeria: I Faked Missing N180m to Experiment Social Media Reaction – VeryDarkMan
[Leadership] Controversial social media activist Martin Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan has admitted to fabricating the story of ₦180 million allegedly missing from his NGO’s account.
Uganda: Police Clear 2,900 Venues for New Year’s Fireworks Display
[Nile Post] Fireworks is displayed during celebrations to usher in the new year.
Nigeria: N180m Not Missing From My Account, It Was All a Plan – Verydarkman
[Vanguard] Popular social critic, Martins Otse, also known as Verydarkman has revealed that not a single dime from his NGO funds is missing.