Nigeria: Lagos Govt Revives Historic Fanti Carnival to Celebrate Afro-Brazilian Heritage
[Premium Times] The highly anticipated cultural celebration will take place on Easter Sunday, 20 April
Nigeria: Nigerian Music Has Profound Influence On Global Stage – U.S. Ambassador
[This Day] The US Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard M. Mills, Jr., yesterday celebrated the profound influence of Nigerian music on the global stage and the vital role that American streaming platforms, record labels, and US Government exchange programs h…
Nigeria: Renowned Nigerian Cartoonist Obe Ess Is Dead, Sanwo-Olu Mourns
[Premium Times] The deceased spent many years at The Guardian newspaper, where his cartoons became powerful tools renowned for his sharp wit and distinctive style.
Nigeria: Korea Seeks Improved Cultural Exchange With Nigeria
[This Day] Abuja — The Republic of Korea has called for enhanced cultural exchange with Nigeria, emphasizing the importance of cross-fertilization to bolster diplomatic relations and share mutual experiences.
Nigeria: Alleged N1.38 Billion Fraud – Peter Okoye Testifies Against Brother, Jude in Court
[Premium Times] Mr P, accused Jude of secretly incorporating a company, Northside Music Limited, to collect and control P-Square’s royalties without the knowledge or consent of its members.
Liberia: Former President Sirleaf Launches Book On Fight Against Ebola
[New Dawn] Monrovia — Former President Sirleaf launches a book on Liberia’s fight against Ebola, as she reflects on resilience of the population here.
Nigeria: Alleged Defamation, Threat to Life – Portable Is in Our Custody – Police
[Vanguard] The Kwara Police have said that singer Habeeb Badmus, popularly known as Portable is in their custody over alleged defamation and threat to life.
Nigeria: How My Nollywood Colleagues Blackmailed, Wrecked My Career – Hanks
[Premium Times] “The 64-year-old actor’s revelation comes nearly a year after he spoke about how a viral video falsely depicting him as mentally unstable damaged his career and left him traumatised.”
Nigeria: Five Cowries Art Programme Graduates 85 Adolescents in Reproductive Health Awareness
[Nigeria Health Watch] In many communities, myths and misconceptions about reproductive health persist, leaving young girls uninformed and vulnerable. But in Kano State, 85 adolescent girls from Dala, Wudil, and Ghari Local Government Areas are breakin…
Uganda: Nollywood Star Ramsey Nouah Here for Ikon Awards, Witnesses Birth of Kwiso TV
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala — Nollywood star Ramsey Nouah is in Uganda for the Ikon Awards. He arrived on March 24, and is expected to join several stars from the continent for the awards set for Saturday.