Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Was Once Paid N3,000 For 11 Scenes – Actor Adewale Alebiosu Popular Yoruba actor Adewale Alebiosu has debunked the myth that actors are well compensated for their roles in films. I was once paid N3,000 for 11 scenes – Actor Adewale Alebiosu – Daily Post Nigeria His remark comes in response to actress Jaiye Kuti’s Instagram video, in which she condemned the trend of veteran actors begging for money on social media. Kuti, who warned older colleagues not to tarnish the image of the Yoruba film industry, accused them of failing to plan for their future when they were much…

16th Headies Award Nominations (Full List) Organisers of the Headies Awards have dropped the nominees for the voting and non-voting categories of its 16th edition. Recall that Headies unveiled the nominees for the “Rookie of the Year” category on Tuesday. The organisers announced the nominees for the rest of the categories today (Wednesday, July 12, 2023). Burna Boy leads the nominees’ list with ten nominations. Full list: Best Recording of The Year Burna Boy – Alone Victony, Tempoe – Soweto Omah Lay – I’m a mess Oxlade – Ku Lo Sa Davido, SSC – Stand Strong Tems – No Woman,…

Was Once Paid N3,000 For 11 Scenes – Actor Adewale Alebiosu Popular Yoruba actor Adewale Alebiosu has debunked the myth that actors are well compensated for their roles in films. I was once paid N3,000 for 11 scenes – Actor Adewale Alebiosu – Daily Post Nigeria His remark comes in response to actress Jaiye Kuti’s Instagram video, in which she condemned the trend of veteran actors begging for money on social media. Kuti, who warned older colleagues not to tarnish the image of the Yoruba film industry, accused them of failing to plan for their future when they were much…

Edo 2024: Imansuagbon Has A Better Story To Tell Saturday, July 15th, the prestigious International Conference Centre situated in Garki District of the FCT, Abuja, will be a beehive of activities as it plays host to the Pacesetters Schools, Abuja which will be doing its Graduation, Speech and Prize Giving Ceremony. Expected at the event which will be a carnival of sorts are the creme de la creme of the society which will include His Excellency, Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP), flagbearer in the last Presidential election who will be the Keynote Speaker. For those who don’t know the…

PSG Enter Race for Osimhen’s Signature *Make him prime transfer target should Mbappe leaves Following the recent interview granted by super star, Kylian Mbappe which has caused disaffection within the PSG camp, the Paris side has concluded plans to go all the way and secure the services of Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen from Napoli. Italian tabloid, La Gazzetta dello Sport, yesterday confirmed that the Napoli star Osimhen is PSG’s primary transfer target if Kylian Mbappé leaves this summer, while ex-Serie A star, Paolo Di Canio, blames the ‘shameful’ France superstar. Mbappé has openly admitted that he’s planning to leave…

Maven Tope Ajayi Joins Forces With President Tinubu For A Greater Nigeria Maven Tope Ajayi Joins Forces With President Tinubu For A Greater Nigeria In the realm of political engagements, there are individuals who exhibit remarkable dedication, perseverance, and expertise in their chosen field. One such individual is Tope Ajayi, a media guru who has traversed a marathon-like journey, tirelessly disseminating information on the activities of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu. Through his unrelenting commitment, Ajayi has reached millions of viewers, contributing significantly to Tinubu’s presence in the public domain. Tope Ajayi’s journey can be best understood through the metaphor…

Group advocates policy framework in support of orphans welfare Association of Orphanages and Homes Operators in National, (ASOHON), has advocated for the formulation of a policy framework that makes special considerations for the care of orphans and vulnerable children across the country. President of the association, Rev. Dr. Gabriel Oyediji said that a policy framework will not only ensure special considerations for orphans but will also ensure that as caregivers and protectors of these children, they are able to confront challenges and related issues head-on and work towards finding sustainable solutions. He made this known at a Two-Day National General…

Flutterwave launches ‘Tuition’ to help African students abroad pay school fees with local currency Africa’s leading payments technology company, Flutterwave, has launched Tuition, a new payment product, to allow African users to conveniently pay fees to educational institutions within Africa and overseas using their local currencies. The educational institutions available on Tuition include high schools, universities, colleges and some global edutech platforms. Tuition is designed to solve the challenges in paying school fees for students studying abroad and at home and aims to ensure payments ease when making the transactions. The new service enables students, parents, guardians and sponsors to…

PSG To Pay Napoli N165.9bn To Sign Victor Osimhen As Mbappe Replacement Nigerian footballer, Victor Osimhen, is a subject of a whopping N165.9 billion (€180m) bid from Paris Saints Germaine, PSG, determined to prise him away from Napoli. PSG last week deemed him an ideal replacement for want-away striker, Kylian Mbappe. The pacey France striker has refused to pen new deal even as his contract expires next summer with PSG wanting him to renew his contract or be sold. The player does not want to renew and prefers to leave next summer free, setting an impasse in the French capital.…

Al Ahly wins 43rd Egyptian league title African Champions Al-Ahly secured a record-extending 43rd Egyptian League title, without playing on Monday, as their closest rivals Pyramids were beaten 2-1 by Ceramica Cleopatra. Al-Ahly, who won a record extending 11th title in African Champions League last month, have now clinched five titles since last October with coach Marcel Koller enjoying his first season in Egypt. The Cairo giants have now 75 points from 29 games, with five matches to play, eight points ahead of Pyramids, who have two remaining games. Pyramids opened the score with a Karim Hafez free kick, before…