Tag Archives: Nigeria

Nigerian superstar, Davido has responded to former Nigeria Football Federation Chairman, Amaju Pinnick’s allegation against him.    Amaju Pinnick had accused Davido of refusing to perform at “Warri Again” after taking $94,600 and also having an $18,000 private jet arranged for him.   Reacting to this, Davido said that no …

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has said that 112,351 passport booklets are yet to be collected by applicants as of 5th October 2023.   Speaking at a press conference at the Service headquarters in Abuja on Thursday, October 5, Acting Comptroller General (CG) of the NIS, Adepoju Carol Wura-Ola said …

Renowned American rapper, actor and producer, Curtis James Jackson, professionally known as 50 Cent, has hinted at the prospect of organizing a concert in Nigeria for the second time in history. The rapper, who recently unveiled his upcoming 2023 tour, titled “The Final Lap Tour,” shared a photograph of himself …

The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogala, has said that insecurity is not peculiar to Nigeria.   Ogala, who spoke during the graduation of participants of Naval Warfare Course 7 in Calabar on Wednesday, Oct. 4, said current insecurity around the globe was borne out of inimical actions …

Monica Kemoli-Savanne, Artist and Label Partnerships Manager, East Africa, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, in Lagos. “Africa’s thirst for quality R&B is undeniable, with South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Zambia, and Uganda, registering top R&B listenership on Spotify. “Even in francophone and lusophone markets like Côte d’Ivoire and …

Nigerian singer, Azeez Fashola, better known by his stage name, Naira Marley has returned to Nigeria. The controversial singer disclosed the news about his return in a post on Tuesday via his account on the X platform (formerly known as Twitter). Naira Marley vowed to assist the security agencies with …

Singer Naira Marley has arrived Nigeria to assist the police in its investigation into the controversial death of his former signee, Mohbad.    He disclosed this on his X handle this evening.     The spokesperson of the Lagos state police command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, also disclosed via his X …

Lagos, Nigeria – For decades, Nigerians would dance on the streets to loud music on October 1, waving the country’s flag in pride to celebrate its independence from the United Kingdom. On the 63rd anniversary of that moment, the country’s streets are bereft of the usual celebratory atmosphere. In Abuja, …

In light of Nigeria’s 63rd Independent Day celebrations, we have outlined 10 songs that celebrate the most Black nation in the world. These are patriotic songs that celebrate the uniqueness, diversity, richness, and ingenuity of Nigerians. These songs capture the brilliance of its people, their resourcefulness, and resilience. Here are …

The 63 years of Nigeria’s existence are filled with several painful low points, and the musicians from the different eras have lent their talents in demanding that the social contract that formed the basis of this nationhood be executed justly, fairly, and equitably. Sunday, October 1, 2023 marks 63 years …