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Tomilola To Premiere ‘The Wait’ At Lagos International Theatre Festival

26.10.2025

Rising playwright and performer Tomilola Adeniran, widely known as the viral valedictorian from Pan-Atlantic University, is set to debut his original musical play The Wait at the Lagos International Theatre Festival (LITF) this November. The Wait is a witty and heartfelt 30-minute production set entirely at a Lagos bus stop, where three strangers, each in...

Star-studded Line-ups Of Entertainers Unveiled For “Leave Comedy For Shortcut “Show

26.10.2025

The upcoming comedy show, “Leave Comedy for Shortcut”, the 7th edition being spearheaded by one of the finest entertainers in Nigeria is gathering a fresh wave of momentum with the quality of artistes that have signed up to perform at the event. They include, Harrysong, Brainjotter, Sabinus, Sarkin Dariya, Pencil, MC Bob, Josh2Funny, Funny Razaq,...

Timaya, B Red, Reekado Banks Celebrate Show Promoter Ejanla 1 Of Abuja

26.10.2025

In the heart of Nigeria’s capital, one name continues to echo through the corridors of music, nightlife, and showbiz, Clinton Nwosu, better known as Ejanla 1 of Abuja. A name that has become synonymous with excellence, influence, and spectacle, Ejanla is not just an event promoter—he is the architect of unforgettable experiences. The celebrated entertainment...

KOK, Nosa Rex, Others Unveiled As Ambassadors For Indigenous Don Coco Drinks

25.10.2025

A-list Nollywood stars Zubby Michael, Nosa Rex, Catherine Onoja, Dukori Patience, alongside a Liberian-born model Fanta Amonaline Kouyateh have been unveiled as brand ambassadors for Nigeria’s newest premium beverage brand, DonCoco. The unveiling of the stars took place at an event that brought together entertainment and business stakeholders to celebrate what many described as a...

Abuja Theatre Festival To Focus On Green Transition In Performing Arts

25.10.2025

The Abuja International Theatre Festival and Awards (ABITFA) 2025, which runs from November 5 to 8, will focus on inclusivity and green economy transition in the performing arts space. Themed ‘Innovidclusion’ an acronym for innovation, inclusion and identity, the festival will open with an inclusive theatrical production titled ‘Mosaic Of Us’ on November 5 and...

Book Review: The Unending Quest For Reform: An Intellectual Memoir

25.10.2025

Professor Tunji Olaopa’s ‘The Unending Quest for Reform: An Intellectual Memoir’ reflects on the theoretical and practical aspects of public administration and its intersection with ethics to engender sustainable reforms. As one of the foremost public administration minds who have shaped governance theory, practice and institutional reform in Nigeria and Africa, Olaopa believes that reform...

Ooni Confers Yeye Bobajiro Oodua Title On Business Magnate Shona-Aluko

25.10.2025

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has conferred the prestigious title of Yeye Bobajiro Oodua on renowned business magnate, Dr. Afolashade Shona-Aluko, in recognition of her outstanding philanthropic efforts and unwavering support for the less privileged. The installation ceremony, held last weekend at the Ile Oodua Palace in Ile-Ife, Osun State, was graced...

Why Nollywood Producers Are Switching To YouTube

25.10.2025

In Nigeria’s ever-evolving film industry, content is king. With cinema costs rising and streaming platforms tightening their standards, more Nollywood filmmakers are finding a lifeline on YouTube.Producers who once aimed for cinema premieres or Netflix deals are now releasing films directly on YouTube. What began as a stopgap during the pandemic has since become a...

All Africa Festival 2025 Opens November 22, To Screen 5 Films

24.10.2025

The All African Independent Film Festival (AAIFF) has announced ‘The Incredible Sensational Fiancée of Seyi Ajayi’ as the opening film for its 2025 edition, which is scheduled to take place on November 22 at Ikota, Lekki, Lagos. The festival further released a list of its selected films for screenings this year, which include ‘Iwa Ji:...

Animation ‘What I See’ Highlights The Irony Of Life

24.10.2025

The animation short ‘What I See’ highlights the irony of life, the pretentiousness of the art world, and the fickleness of public opinion. Written by Sarah Lim Xi-Yin, the 2d animation shows an art student Ian Jing, with poor eyesight, taking Realism art, where Mrs Hui demands that her students draw exactly what they see....