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Nigeria: Kay Wonder – Gospel Songs Preach Hope, Love, and Unity

[ad_1] Renowned Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter, and composer Kayode Solomon Eludiwura, popularly known as Kay Wonder, has emphasized the need for more music in Nigeria that promotes love, unity, and peaceful coexistence, especially in light of the nation's rising economic challenges. Speaking at his annual praise and worship concert, Praise Invasion season 5, held at Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, Kay Wonder highlighted the unifying power of gospel music. He noted that gospel songs have long contributed to […]

todayOctober 17, 2024 3

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Nigeria: Music – A Tool for Curbing Social Vices – Group

[ad_1] To address societal ills among youths, particularly children, Convener of the Evolution Children's Choir, Philip Yahweh, has urged parents to introduce music to their children at an early age. Yahweh made this call during the group's annual musical programme, The Confluence, held at Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. He emphasized the role of music in diverting children from engaging in negative behaviors, stating that carefully selected musical works can serve as a powerful tool for curbing social […]

todayOctober 17, 2024

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Nigeria: Alleged Cash-for-Pardon Deal – ‘I Didn’t Defame You,’ Bobrisky Replies Falana, Falz

[ad_1] "I stand by my express denial and put the matter to strict proof and advise that whoever has been defamed should hold the publisher of the defamatory content..." Controversial crossdresser, Idris 'Bobrisky' Okuneye, has denied defaming human rights lawyer Femi Falana and his son, rapper Falz. He also rejected their demand for retraction and apology. The alleged defamatory publication is a controversial audio recording credited to Bobrisky last month. Bobrisky has denied the voice making claims about Mr Falana […]

todayOctober 17, 2024 2

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Nigeria: Veteran Nollywood Actor, Ayobami ‘Bobo B’, Is Dead

[ad_1] Veteran Nollywood actor, Ayobami Mudashir Olabiyi, popularly known as 'Bobo B', is dead. The actor, who was well known in the Yoruba movie segment of Nollywood, was said to have died after a long battle with illness. He was said to be slated for a movie set in Oyo State last month but could not make it due to his deteriorating health condition. The veteran actor was admitted to the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan, Oyo State, where […]

todayOctober 17, 2024 1

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Nigeria: Nollywood Actor Ayobami Olabiyi Is Dead

[ad_1] The passing of Olabiyi adds to the growing list of Nollywood losses in just 2024, which includes notable figures such as John Okafor, Amechi Muonagor, Adejumoke Aderounmu, Junior Pope Odonwodo, and Quadri Oyebamiji. Olabiyi, a respected figure in the Yoruba film industry, reportedly passed away in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Wednesday after battling an illness that required his admission to the University College Hospital (UCH). In his final days, he was said to have been unable to speak or […]

todayOctober 17, 2024 2

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West Africa: Ecowas Commission Roll-Up Sleeves to Curb Trafficking in Persons

[ad_1] Monrovia — The Economic Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS) on Monday, October 14, 2024, begins its 16th Annual Meeting of the Regional Network of National Focal Institutions against Trafficking in Persons plus (RNNI-TIP+) in Monrovia. The Annual Review meeting of the Regional Network of National Focal Institutions against Trafficking in Persons plus was established in 2007. The 16th edition brought together several delegates from across the West African region to brainstorm on how to tackle the issue of […]

todayOctober 17, 2024 1

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Namibia: Lioness Set to Drop New Album

[ad_1] If you're a local rap connoisseur with a taste for feisty flows, catchy hooks and stylish visuals, there's a phrase bound to stop your scrolling: "Lioness is coming." All set to drop 'If Not In This Life' (INITL), her third studio album, this Friday, Lioness returns to the scene with an experimental project featuring Gazza, Willy G, Skrypt, Cleo Ice Queen, Kaladoshas, Azmo Nawe, Page (Ethnix), Earthtonami and Mel. The 13-track album is powered by producers such as Preezy, […]

todayOctober 17, 2024 1

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South Africa: Reports of the Impending Death of Afrikaans Have Been Greatly Exaggerated

[ad_1] Afrikaans is a uniquely southern African language. At least six million people in South Africa and Namibia speak Afrikaans, and there are probably many more of us (coloured people) than there are white people who speak the language. One of South Africa's national languages is under threat of disappearing. Afrikaans may still be spoken and may outlive us - those of us who will still be kicking around for the next 25 to 30 years - but there is […]

todayOctober 16, 2024 2

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Nigeria: Speed Darlington Speaks On Police Detention, Burna Boy’s Alleged Role

[ad_1] Darlington was arrested over allegations of defamation and cyberstalking related to Burna Boy. Outspoken Nigerian singer Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, says he has no feud with the Afrobeats star Burna Boy but alleged that the latter facilitated his arrest by the police. He also said he was treated unfairly by the Nigerian police. PREMIUM TIMES reported that the singer, also known as Akpi, was arrested on 4 October, following the release of a contentious video in […]

todayOctober 16, 2024 2

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