Nigeria: Nigerian Literary Giant Wole Soyinka Releases New Novel in France
[RFI] Nigerian author Wole Soyinka’s third novel, “Chronicles from the Land of the Happiest People on Earth”, has been released in French. The Nobel laureate tells RFI about his inspiration behind the book, which takes place in an imaginary version of …
Nigeria: Guinness World Record – Nigerian Marathoner Reader Hits 145 Hours Target
[Premium Times] When certified by the Guinness World Records, Mr Obot would have beaten a previous record of 124 hours set in September 2022 by a Kyrgyzstan, Rysbai Isakov, in Bursa, Turkey.
Nigeria: Nigeria’s Slick Netflix Epic, Jagun Jagun, Explores a Rich Past That Also Reflects the World Today
[The Conversation Africa] Netflix’s recently released film Jagun Jagun (The Warrior) is set in pre-colonial Nigeria and follows the story of a feared warlord named Ogunjimi. While playing out in the past, it is steeped in contemporary universal cultura…
Nigeria: How TC Records Has Denied Me Royalties for Over 14 Years – Durella
[Premium Times] Durella is not affiliated with any record label, but his songs continue to garner streams across various music platforms, with royalties paid to his ex-label boss.
Nigeria: ‘You Shone Brightly Before Your Exit’, Femi Adebayo, Toyin Abraham React to MohBad’s Death
[Vanguard] Two top Nollywood actors, Femi Adebayo and Toyin Abraham in separate messages have reacted to the death of Nigerian music sensation, Ilerioluwa Aloba, widely known as Mohbad.
Nigeria: 16th Headies Awards – Neon Adejo Wins Best Inspirational Single With ‘Eze Ebube’
[Leadership] At the 16th Headies Awards, Neon Adejo emerged winner of the coveted ‘Best Inspirational Single’ category for his soul-stirring song “Eze Ebube”.
Nigeria: BBNaija All-Stars – Kanayo. O. Kanayo Knocks Housemates Over Failed Quiz
[Daily Trust] Veteran Nollywood actor turned lawyer, Kanayo. O. Kanayo, has knocked housemates of the ongoing BBNaija All-Stars edition for failing questions asked as part of a task during the show.
Nigeria: BBNaija All Stars – Whitemoney, Sholzy Evicted
[Leadership] Brother Naija All Stars housemate, WhiteMoney, and house guest, Sholzy are out of the show.
Nigeria: Don’t Blame Naira Marley for My Son’s Death – MohBad’s Dad
[Premium Times] “I tried my best to reach Naira Marley, but everything was in vain. When this issue happened, I wanted to trek to his house, but I was scared because I didn’t know what I would meet there”.
Nigeria: MohBad’s Management Vows to Retrieve Unpaid Royalties From Marlian Records
[Premium Times] Hours after Marlian Music Records boss Naira Marley expressed his condolences, Mohbad’s management, Imolenization, has demanded support from Nigerians to get justice for the late singer.