On Friday, Lagos was the setting for an emotional and memorable event as renowned musician Davido performed at the funeral of Florence Saraki, the revered matriarch of the Saraki family. The funeral, held to honor the late Florence Saraki, was attended by numerous prominent figures, making it a
President Bola Tinubu has renamed the National Arts Theatre in Lagos after Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka in honor of his 90th birthday. In a tribute titled “Professor Wole Soyinka at 90: Tribute to a National Treasure and Global Icon,” Tinubu praised Soyinka’s literary achievements and his dedication to human dignity and justice. He highlighted […]
Nigerian Businesses Do Not Understand the Value of Reviews. Let’s first understand the context or word reviews. So, what are reviews? Reviews are customers’ opinions and feedback about your business, products, or services. They provide insights into what customers think and feel about your offerings. What people think of reviews Many Nigerian businesses often see
Nigerian singer Rema has achieved significant recognition by winning two awards at the 2024 ASCAP London Music Awards. This accomplishment highlights his influence in the global music scene and the rising prominence of Afrobeats. Rema’s success showcases the talent emerging from Nigeria’s music industry, providing inspiration and opening doors for more African
The article celebrates the Ojude Oba Festival, a vibrant cultural event held annually in Ijebuland, Nigeria, two days after Eid-El-Kabir. Led by Oba Sikiru Adetona, the Awujale, the festival highlights unity, heritage, and Yoruba traditions through colorful parades, traditional dances, and homage from over 100 age-grade groups. The 2024 theme, “Unity and Harmony, Our
Today we celebrate the true heroes who fought for Nigeria’s independence and democracy: Nnamdi Azikiwe, Obafemi Awolowo, Ahmadu Bello, Fela Anikulapo, Herbert Macaulay, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Bola Tinubu, Anthony Enahoro, Tafawa Balewa, M.K.O Abiola, Gani Fawehinmi, Wole Soyinka, Ken Saro-Wiwa, Fela Kuti, Yakubu Gowon, Olusegun Obasanjo, Chinua Achebe, Bola Ige,
Kanayo O. Kanayo, a popular Nigerian actor, advises young girls to avoid traveling long distances to meet strangers from the internet for sex. He encourages them to use their time productively online, like other women who run successful businesses on social media. Kanayo emphasizes the importance of working hard and finding pride in honest labor. […]
The Risks of Online Activism and Clout Chasing in Nigeria. Online activism has become a powerful tool for Nigerians to voice their opinions and drive change. Using social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, you can raise awareness about important issues and gather support. When done correctly, online activism can lead to real-world impact, […]
Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), delivered a keynote address at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda, urging for increased investments across Africa to stimulate rapid economic growth. He emphasized Africa’s pivotal role in global progress and cautioned against overreliance on raw material exports. Dangote advocated for nurturing
Femi Adebayo Wins Piracy Case – ARDNig A Lagos High Court has granted Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Femi Adebayo, N25 million for the unauthorized use of his film ‘Jelili’ by a video streaming channel. Femi shared this news on his Instagram page, revealing that the case was about the piracy of his movie, ‘Survival of […]
