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21.12.2025

Things You Don’t know About…50 Cents

Does Peter Enahoro’s ‘How To Be A Nigerian’ Stand The Test Of Time?

21.12.2025

Do you know that certain traits make you a Nigerian? In 1966, author and journalist Peter Enahoro set about the task of defining what makes one a Nigerian in his book ‘How To Be A Nigerian’. The result is a non-philosophical, non-sociological comedic but insightful collection of 21 short stories that highlights the 20 attributes...

Tswa Film Festival 2025 Concludes In Abuja, Celebrating Bold Voices And Diverse Cinema

21.12.2025

The 2025 edition of the Tswa Film Festival has wrapped up in Abuja after three days of film screenings, conversations, and creative exchange that placed fresh and daring storytelling at the centre of attention. Held from December 11 to 13, the festival brought together filmmakers, industry professionals, and audiences who share a love for cinema...

Burna Boy, Olamide, Asake, Seyi Vibez Shine On Obama’s 2025 Playlist

21.12.2025

Former US President Barack Obama has once again celebrated the global influence of Nigerian music, featuring multiple Afrobeats stars in his highly anticipated 2025 playlist. Released as part of his annual year-end tradition on X, Obama’s curated list of favourite songs highlighted Burna Boy, Olamide, Asake, and Seyi Vibez — solidifying their place on the...

Burna Boy, Olamide, Asake, Seyi Vibez Shine On Obama’s 2025 Playlist

21.12.2025

Davido To Headline AFCON 2025 Kick-off Concert In Morocco

21.12.2025

Afrobeats megastar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, is returning to one of football’s outstanding continental stages, following his announcement as headline performer for the official kick-off concert of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The high-profile concert, designed to ignite the tournament’s festivities, will be held at the Olm Souissi Fan Zone in...

Ini Edo Defends ‘A Very Dirty December’ Film Title After CAN Criticism

21.12.2025

Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Ini Edo, has reacted to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) following its condemnation of her film’s title, ‘A Very Dirty Christmas’. The apex Nigerian Christian body had described the title of the film as “offensive and a mockery” of the Christian faith, sparking widespread public debate. The association also called...

US Rapper Busta Rhymes To Thrill Audience At ‘Detty December’ Festival

21.12.2025

‎There is so much euphoria in the last few days as Detty December Festival has has turned Lagos agog with American star, Busta Rhymes, set to thrill audience this Friday and add to the great performances at the ongoing festival.‎‎Fun lovers have been enjoying the atmosphere at the Ilubirin Event Center crafted for this great...

Aayo Returns With New Afrobeat Sensation ‘Shenseea’

21.12.2025

Ayodeji Akinde, professionally known as Aayo, is a Nigerian-American based rapper who has successfully reinvented his sound, transitioning into Afrobeat with remarkable finesse. Known for his versatility and artistic growth, Aayo continues to prove that he is an artist unafraid to evolve and explore new creative territories. Following the widespread acceptance of his previous release,...

The Dibia-Musician Changing The Face Of Igbo Highlife

21.12.2025

From the bustling cultural heart of Nnewi emerges a voice with a mission, a voice shaped by hardship, strengthened by resilience, and empowered by purpose. His name is Mr. Eloham Tochukwu Godwin, popularly known as “Nwoke Nnewi (Dibia Eziokwu)”, a musician, cultural advocate and traditional practitioner whose journey reflects the true spirit of survival against...

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I apologise for saying no heaven without tithe – Adeboye

04.10.2024

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has apologised for saying that Christians who don’t pay tithe might not make it to heaven. Adeboye who had previously said that paying tithe was one of the prerequisites for going to heaven, apologised for the comment while addressing his congregation Thursday...

Protesters storm Rivers electoral commission, insist election must hold

04.10.2024

Angry protesters on Friday stormed the office of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, singing and chanting ‘Election must hold’. They defied the heavy rainfall spreading canopies, while singing and drumming, with one side of the road blocked. The protest came after the Rivers State governor stormed the RSIEC in the early hours of Friday...

Man who asked Tinubu to resign admitted in psychiatric hospital

04.10.2024

The Adamawa State Police Command has disclosed that the 30-year-old Abdullahi Mohammed who climbed a 33 kv high tension electricity pole in Mayo-Belwa last Friday has been admitted at the Yola Psychiatric hospital for mental examination. The Police Public Relations Officer of the command SP Suleiman Nguroje, told Arewa PUNCH on Friday in an exclusive...

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