A phone buzzes at midnight, then silence. The familiar profile picture no longer loads. For readers asking how to know if someone blocked you on Instagram, this report sets out what actually happens on the app and what it usually means. Short, plain facts. Small field notes from daily use. That’s how it reads here. […]
Nairobi. Morning traffic rattles over cracked tarmac near a dusty lay-by, matatus honking in quick bursts. Drivers talk of one thing. $1.5 Billion Kenya Highway Project With Chinese Firms Set to Transform, and the promise of smoother runs to the port and beyond. Regional connectivity sits at the heart of it, sharp and real. People […]
Felicity Ama Agyemang, also known as Nana Ama McBrown, is in the limelight after winning the TV Personality of the Year award at this year’s Ghana Bloggers Awards. The famous Ghanaian actress, TV presenter and a music writer has added another award to her cap. Renowned Ghanaian actress and host of Onua Showtime has a […]
Oladipupo Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips, has been making headlines in recent days. Recently, reports of his death surfaced online. However, Oladips’ colleague and close associate, Qdot, claimed that the rapper was alive. The drama wreaked havoc in social media, with many slamming the rapper. Taking to Instagram, he clarified that he did not fake […]
Rema, AKA Divine Ikubor, has gained international recognition with his song ‘Calm Down’, featuring Selena Gomez. His song has become the world’s most streamed song of 2023. Calm Down has secured top position at the Global Shazam Year-End list. ‘Calm Down’ beat Miley Cyrus’ ‘Flowers’ and Lady Gaga’s ‘Bloody Mary’ to secure the top position. […]
Sylvester Madu – a famous Nollywood actor and director, who is best known for Bullet of Justice (2014), The Casket (2014) and The Illiterate (2013) – escaped death after being ambushed by gunmen in Cameroon, a Central African country, on Sunday. The popular Nigerian actor went to Bamenda, a city in northwestern Cameroon, at the […]
The music industry in Nigeria has been on a worldwide streaming binge as one of the nation’s fastest-growing sectors. Performers in these parts still have a tall task to compete with the world’s wealthiest musicians or prominent personalities from other industries. But the Afrobeats genre, heralded by Nigerian artists, has had a favourable impact on […]
Egun, a new Nigerian horror film produced by Ife Olujuyige, has become the most watched Nollywood film at Nigerian cinemas. The film hit theaters nationwide on November 17, 2023. The Nollywood film recorded a total gross of ₦6,116,200 from November 17 to 19, 2023. According to the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria, the film is […]
Lights, camera, Lagos! Africa’s biggest entertainment industry gathering will return this December for its second edition, bringing together a diverse community of 15,000 enthusiasts for eight days of innovation, collaboration, networking and knowledge exchange. With a focus on emerging technologies, skills development, business acumen and social change, Entertainment Week Lagos (EWL) is a transformative event […]
In a shocking revelation, Hanks Anuku, a veteran Nollywood actor, has said that he has been jobless for years and urged people to help him in difficult situations. Hanks Anuku, who starred as a villain in many Nollywood films, called on the Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, and his fans to help him. The video […]
Rema – a famous Nigerian rapper, singer and songwriter – has made history with a spectacular performance at London’s O2 Arena. In the landmark sold-out concert tagged ‘RAVAGE UPRISING’ streamed by over 40,000 people on YouTube, Rema made grand style riding on the back of a horse painted red and black. With this performance, he […]
Burna Boy – a Nigerian singer, songwriter and record producer – is one of the most famous artists in the African continent. His talent has helped him to earn several historic moments. Now, the Nigerian singer has set another massive record. He has earned four nominations for the 2024 Grammy awards. Previously, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu […]
John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, had been suffering because of a serious health crisis. The famous Nollywood actor and comedian needed urgent financial assistance to support his medical treatment. News about his illness was first reported in October. Since then, fans had been praying for the Nigerian actor. He had already undergone several […]
Global Citizen, the advocacy organisation known for staging charity concerts around the world, and Los Angeles-based pgLang, founded by Dave Free and Kendrick Lamar – who recently collaborated with Taylor Swift, have announced Move Afrika, a new touring circuit in Africa. The initiative is a long-term, large-scale effort to showcase the best of African music […]
Amaechi Muonagor, veteran Nigerian actor and producer, is suffering due to health issues and financial problems. In a viral video, Amaechi Muonagor is seen pleading for help, revealing that he is grappling with paralysis. The 61-year-old actor could be seen lying on bed, crying for financial support.Amaechi Muonagor said, “I was on a movie set. […]
Adam The First, which is dubbed as Ghana’s first sci-fi feature, has launched its teaser. M Sayibu, a Ghanaian American Writer/Director, is currently seeking distribution for the film in North America. M Sayibu, who previously was in the U.S. Air Force, came up with the story of the feature film. He didn’t have much money […]
Rema – a famous Nigerian rapper, singer and songwriter – has been creating headlines in recent days. He has enjoyed an impressive year with his hit single ‘Calm Down’. He has been in the limelight throughout the year because of ‘Calm Down,’ featuring Selena Gomez. Nigerian artist Rema has now set another record. He became […]
Sony Group has unveiled its latest initiative. The Sony Innovation Fund: Africa, aimed at bolstering entertainment businesses across the continent, is set to receive a significant boost with a $10 million investment courtesy of Sony Ventures Corporation (SVC). This move comes at a crucial juncture for the African entertainment landscape, as the sector, often overlooked […]
Play Network Studios, a Nigerian filmmaking organization, has partnered with Mondjila Studios in Namibia for new film ‘The Skeleton Coast’. The collaboration between Nigeria and Namibia aims to tell the stories of Africans to the world through filmmaking. Charles Okpaleke, a Nigerian film producer and the Chief Executive Officer of Play Network Studios, confirmed the […]
American rapper Megan Thee Stallion has teased fans on Instagram with an eerie peek at her upcoming new music. “Just as a snake sheds its skin, we must shed our past, over and over again.” Just in time for Halloween 2023, Megan Thee Stallion has shadows with eyes those of a snake! The 28-year-old opens […]