The 2024 Billboard Music Awards promises to be exciting as Afrobeats contenders receive nominations ahead of the big night. Nigerian artists Tems, Askake, Rema, and Burna Boy have been nominated in the category of Top Afrobeats Artist. See the full list of nominees below: ARTIST AWARDS Top Artist Zach Bryan Sabrina Carpenter Drake Taylor Swift Morgan Wallen Top New Artist …

The journey of Nollywood veterans is nothing short of extraordinary. The journey of Nollywood veterans is nothing short of extraordinary. They began their careers when resources were scarce, and the idea of an African film industry competing on the world stage was more a dream than a reality. Yet, through passion and determination, these trailblazers persevered, giving us unforgettable performances …

The auto industry’s shift to EVs is expected to go on despite Donald Trump’s threat to kill tax credits. ADVERTISEMENT If President-elect Donald Trump makes good on his threat to kill federal tax credits for electric vehicle purchases, it’s likely that fewer buyers will choose EVs. Yet tax credits or not, auto companies show no intention of retreating from a …

Dr Eric Odo, Chairman of Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area of Enugu State, has vowed to arrest parents whose children or wards are seen hawking goods during school hours.     Speaking on Monday, Nov. 25, during the inauguration of the Public School Supervision Committee (PSSC) of the council area, Ogbede, Odo said that he would do his best to reposition …

The Port Harcourt Refinery has commenced operations after undergoing a major upgrade and modernization project that started in 2021.   This ends a series of failed deadlines over commencement of production at the refinery.   The refinery is set to dispatch its first batch of petroleum products on Tuesday, November 26.   This milestone follows an inspection of the facility on Monday evening, …

It was another year of largesse on Sunday 24th November 2024 as Nigeria’s foremost multi marketing company Jigsimur Zdex International  distributors of Jigsimur products gave out 108 4matic Mercedes Benz to its dealers and distributors.   The jam packed event took place in Lagos     The event which was also used to celebrate the birthday of the Chief Executive …

A white Florida woman has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for fatally sho0ting her Black Nigerian neighbor through a closed door. Back in August, Susan Lornicz was found guilty of manslaughter for the June 2023 shooting of Ajike “AJ” Owens during a dispute about children playing near Lornicz’s home in Ocala, in central Florida. Owens, a 35-year-old Nigerian mother of four, was …

Former Super Eagles head coach, Sunday Oliseh has declared his support for current handler of the team, Augustine Eguavoen.   Eguavoen is currently in charge of the Super Eagles in interim capacity and has guided the team to 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualification. “Austin Eguavoen is a smart guy. He is not stupid. And I also want to say …

Jamaica scored a last-second goal to defeat England 50-49 and send the four-match Horizon series to a deciding game. England went into the match in the Jamaican capital Kingston with a 1-0 series lead following a comprehensive 55-47 victory in the second game in Manchester. But a rapid start from the Sunshine Girls saw them score five goals without reply …

Canadian rapper Drake is suing Universal Music Group (UMG) and Spotify. The rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar has turned a new shocking chapter. The Canadian superstar is suing his label, UMG, and global music streaming platform Spotify over what he claims to be unethical practices in promoting Kendrick’s hit single, ‘Not Like Us’. In the news that broke …