Nigeria: Matters Arising From Achebe’s Things Fall Apart TV Series

[ad_1] Chido Nwangwu lauds the planned adaptation of Prof Chinua Achebe's masterpiece novel, Things Fall Apart, into an international television series starring notable movie actors like Savid Oyelowo and Idris Elba, among others. It came as a joyful news a few days ago that Prof Chinua Achebe's masterpiece novel, 'Things Fall Apart' will be adapted for an upcoming, international television series. It was reported first by the arts and entertainment industry magazine, Variety, on September 26, 2024. Respected movie superstars […]

October 4, 2024

News

Nigeria: As Emirates Resumes Flights to Nigeria

[ad_1] After a two-year hiatus, the Dubai based Emirates has resumed flights to Lagos, the commercial hub of Nigeria. The Middle East mega carrier inaugural flight touched down at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, on October 1, 2024, as Nigeria was celebrating its 64th Independence anniversary. Commenting on the return of services, the Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Emirates Airlines, Adnan Kazim, said: "This has been a long-awaited moment, and we are excited to resume operations to […]

October 4, 2024

Entertainment

Nigeria: 2024 AMAA – ‘The Weekend’, ‘The Queenstown Kings’, ‘Jagun Jagun’ Are Top Contenders

[ad_1] This year's AMAA nominees hail from countries across Africa, including Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda, Kenya, Ghana, and Libya, and represent a wide range of cultures and perspectives, fitting into 26 award categories. The organisers of the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) have unveiled the list of nominees for its prestigious 20th edition, which will showcase an exciting array of talent across Africa. The nominees were announced during a press conference held on Wednesday at the Sheraton Hotel. This year's […]

October 4, 2024

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Africa: WHO Approves First Mpox Diagnostic Test for Emergency Use, Boosting Global Access

[ad_1] The World Health Organization (WHO) has listed the first mpox in vitro diagnostic (IVD) under its Emergency Use Listing (EUL) procedure, an important step in improving global access to mpox testing. The approval for emergency use of the Alinity m MPXV assay, manufactured by Abbott Molecular Inc., will be pivotal in expanding diagnostic capacity in countries facing mpox outbreaks, where the need for quick and accurate testing has risen sharply. Early diagnosis of mpox enables timely treatment and care, […]

October 4, 2024

Entertainment

Nigeria: Davido Snubs Wizkid, Unveils Clothing Brand Collection

[ad_1] On Wednesday, Wizkid took to his X account to launch a scathing attack on Davido, calling him 'talentless' and even coining the derogatory term 'Frogido.' Davido has ignored Wizkid's online tirade and officially launched his second collection with global sports brand PUMA at their flagship store in New York City. On Wednesday, Premium Times reported a dramatic turn of events as Wizkid took to his X account to launch a scathing attack on Davido, calling him 'talentless' and even […]

October 4, 2024

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Africa: Lassa Fever – Global Health Coalition Invests $250m in Vaccine Research

[ad_1] The new research led by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), CEPI and other partners is scheduled to commence in October. The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) said it has invested over $250 million in Lassa fever research since 2017 for the development of a vaccine against the deadly disease. The CEPI's Director of Epidemiology and Data Science, Gabrielle Breugelmans, disclosed this on Wednesday at the inauguration of the Enable 1.5 cohort study in Abuja. Enable 1.5 […]

October 4, 2024

Entertainment

Africa: From Africa to the World – Broadening Fashion Horizons At the Brics+ Fashion Summit

[ad_1] The BRICS+ Fashion Summit will begin in Moscow on October 3, and it's about to become the main fashion industry event in developing regions, including the African continent. This year, more than 30 African countries are set to take part in this fashion forum for the world's fastest-growing economies. The BRICS alliance has expanded significantly this year, and it has become one of the main geopolitical forces in the world, including throughout the African continent. This year, Egypt, Ethiopia, […]

October 4, 2024

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Nigeria: Europa League – Osimhen Out of Galatasaray’s Squad for Rigas Fs Clash

[ad_1] Nigerian international Victor Osimhen has been omitted from the Galatasaray squad that will face Latvian side Rigas FC in a UEFA Europa League game on Thursday. Osimhen sustained a muscle injury in the club's 3-3 home draw against Kasimpasa last weekend where the 25-year-old scored twice for Galatasaray in the thrilling encounter. The Turkish Super Lig champions announced on Tuesday that Osimhen has started treatment for the injury. Twenty-four players made the trip to Latvia for the match day […]

October 4, 2024

Entertainment

Nigeria: Chimamanda Adichie Set to Release First Novel ‘Dream Count’ in 10 Years

[ad_1] In a departure from her recent work, a children's book titled Mama's Sleeping Scarf, 'Dream Count' delves into the profound emotions of love and heartbreak women endure, inviting readers to empathise with the characters. The highly anticipated 'Dream Count' is the first novel in a decade from the Nigerian-born and award-winning writer Chimamanda Adichie, set to be released next year. The novel will be released next year on 4 March 2025 and published in the UK º by 4th […]

October 3, 2024

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