Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

BOY WITH ‘MISSING INTESTINE’: LAGOS ASSEMBLY COMMENDS SANWO-OLU, BEGIN PROBE Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday commended Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for visiting 12-year old Master Adebola, the boy with a case of alleged missing small intestine. Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, described the Governor’s action as a reflection that the government was responsive and caring. “It shows the Governor is caring for him to have visited mother and the child at the hospital and the promise he made which gives hope. It is commendable. Dr. Obasa, however, said it was important to have a system in…

Equalizer kicks Kesari to third place at Nigerian box office. [Instagram/filmhousecinema] ‘Equalizer 3’ kicks ‘Kesari’ to third place at Nigerian box office Yoruba epics are still doing well at the Nigerian cinemas. Equalizer 3 moves Kesari and Blue Bettle one step down as it becomes number one at the Nigerian box office. With its recent release over the weekend, Equalizer 3 became number one in the recent Nigerian box office chart by the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN). The American vigilante action film which stars Denzel Washington closed its first weekend with a total of ₦27,634,904. Kesari which is…

Keith Shiri gets reappointed as jury President ahead of AMAA 2023 He previously headed the jury for last year’s award ceremony. Keith Shiri has been reappointed as the President of the Jury for the 19th edition of the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA). The Zimbabwean-born but UK-based international film curator and programme advisor to several international film festivals presided over the 12-man board of international jurors for the awards in 2022. He returns to lead the other respected curators, renowned filmmakers, and critics who make up the AMAA jury. They will decide the nominees and eventual winners in the 26…

Aina, Khadijat rule AIF 4th National Junior Tennis Championships After days of stiff competition and the display of tennis skills, Aina Henry and Khadijat Mohammed proved too strong for other competitors as they emerged champions at the Adewale Isa Foundation ( AIF) 4th National Junior Tennis Championships which ended in Lagos on Saturday. Competing in the boys’ U-16 final, Aina outplayed Awe Damilare 6-2, 6-2 to emerge champion, while Khadijat beat Bright Emmanuel in a keenly contested girls U-16 final that ended 6-4, 6-3. Reacting to her victory, an elated Khadijat who is looking forward to playing in the WTAs,…

10 things to know as Lagos Blue Line Rail begins operations Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu on a ride on the Blue Line Rail during the commemoration of completion ceremony for the First Phase of Lagos Rail Mass Transit Blue Line (Marina – Mile 2), at the National Theatre Blue line station, Iganmu, on Wednesday, 21 December 2022. Lagos governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu is expected to lead officials of State Government and other stakeholders as the first passengers as the much expected Lagos Blue Line Rail commences operations today. The rail service is being managed by the Lagos State Metropolitan…

Rema calls for unity among Afrobeats singers Singer Rema has made a significant statement on the need for unity among musicians at the 2023 Headies Awards in Atlanta, USA. During his acceptance speech, where he was awarded Best Male Artiste of the Year, Rema highlighted the need for unity among musicians, emphasizing that regardless of the diverse genres within the industry, artistes should come together under the umbrella term “afrobeats” when it comes to award shows. He stressed the importance of supporting the institutions that contribute to artistes’ success, including media houses and award organizers. Rema noted that neglecting these…

Charles III To Mark First Year As King Britain’s Charles III reaches the milestone of his first year as king this week, with his reign so far characterised by a smooth transition from that of his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II. 15 Commonwealth Realms – Countries King Charles III Reigns Over NowThe anniversary on Friday is expected to be marked privately, given the date is also that of his mother’s death at the age of 96. Charles, 74, has slipped into his new role with apparent ease after some 70 years waiting as her heir — the longest of any…

Gabon Coup Leader, Oligui, Sworn In As Interim President Gabon’s new military leader, General Brice Oligui Nguema was sworn in as the head of state Monday less than a week after ousting the president whose family had ruled the Central African nation for more than five decades. Oligui who led a coup last week that toppled Gabon’s 55-year-old dynasty, has been sworn in as the interim President and took the oath of office on Monday, promising to hold “free and transparent elections” after an unspecified period. Speaking to applause and standing ovations Monday, Oligui said the military had seized power…

‘Kowe’s more than just a movie, it’s an experience’ Renowned saxophonist, Seunzzy Sax and multi-talented creative, Olushola Modupe Oke aka AJCity, have combined their artistic prowess and unwavering commitment to excellence to executive produce a film that transcends boundaries. The result of their collaboration is a Yoruba cinematic masterpiece titled, Kowe, an intricate narrative that is set to captivate audiences across the nation. Kowe emerges as a thrilling convergence of action-packed sequences and engaging storytelling, a testament to the creative vision of its executive producers. The film grips viewers from the very beginning with its intense action scenes, drawing them…

If there’s reincarnation I’ll marry Ooni of Ife again – Olori Ronke Ogunwusi …reveals how she met the first class monarch  Wife of the Ooni of Ife, Olori Ronke Ademiluyi Ogunwusi, is the founder of Africa Fashion Week London, Africa Fashion Week Nigeria and the co-founder of Africa Fashion Week Brazil. She is also the CEO of the Adire Oduduwa Textile Training Hub. With her reputation as an amiable, hardworking and unassuming personality right from the days when she ran her Rukkies Fashion Stores in Lagos, it is intriguing how she is faring in her new role as Olori of…