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Wednesday, Apr 24

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What Makes AMVCA Such a Pivotal Part of Africa’s Movie Industry?

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The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) is an annual event that recognises outstanding contributions and performances in television, film, entertainment, and digital content creation in Nollywood and across Africa. Established in…

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InDrive and Transport Stakeholders Advocate for Enhanced Driver and Rider Safety Education

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Transport stakeholders drawn from the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, the Nigerian Police Force, and the ride-hailing company inDrive have agreed to join forces in deepening awareness of safety issues among drivers and riders. This…

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Alexx Ekubo, Timini Egbuson, Gregory Ojefua… The #AMVCA10 Nominees Vying for the Best Supporting Actor Award

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The excitement is building for the 10th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCAs), presented by MultiChoice Nigeria and Africa Magic. The ceremony takes place on May 11th and ushers in a new era for the awards. The number…

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Get Ready to Dance at Strings Attached! A Social Event for Friends and Lovers | May 11th

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Get ready for the biggest friendship party of the year – Strings Attached! This exciting social gathering powered by Onebank and Zikoko is set to take place at: Venue: The Muri Okunola Park, Lagos Date: May 11, 2024 It promises to be a…

Sahndra Fon Dufe: Elevating African Voices and Enriching Futures – My ADIS24 Experience (I)

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Advocacy and partnerships are paramount. As the world moves towards decarbonisation, Africa can lead in job creation, particularly through processing industries...

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Check Out This Week’s Chic Workwear Looks | Edition 210

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This edition features interesting outfits and looks for every woman and man regardless of personal style. In this edition, you’ll find all the style inspo needed for you to turn up at your office looking stylish and to stand out in the…

Bella Okagbue’s Metallic Serve in Desiree Iyama SS24 at #DASH24

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Reality TV star – Bella Okagbue made a fashion statement yet again at the #DASH24 wedding in this silver dress from Desiree Iyama called the Viola dress from the brand’s recently released Spring/Summer 2024 collection. According to the…

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Wana Udobong Explores the Power of Storytelling and Resilience on “Crushing On My Girlfriends” Podcast

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This episode of the “Crushing on My Girlfriends” podcast by Chinedu Iroche features the poet Wana Udobong (Ms Wanawana). While Wana defines herself as a storyteller, Chinedu believes she is more than that – describing her as multifaceted,…

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Watch Joeboy & Jemima Osunde in the Music Video for “Adenuga” feat. Qing Madi

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Joeboy has released the official music video for “Adenuga” featuring Qing Madi. The music video release follows the debut of “Adenuga” and a short film titled “Is My Love Not Enough?” starring Qing Madi, Joeboy himself, alongside Jemima…

‘Fúnmilọ́lá Sanya: Chasing Joy in The Face of Death

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There's this thing about death, it offers you new eyes to life...

Nourishing the Future: AugustSecrets Convenes Stakeholders for Nutrition Summit

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In a proactive move to address the pressing issues in the nation’s child nutrition sector and ensure the health and well-being of its youngest citizens, AugustSecrets , a prominent child nutrition brand, is set to host Nigeria’s first…

Mide Fash Makes Musical Debut with “Gold And Fire” | Listen

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Spoken word poet Ayomide Fasedu makes her entry into the music scene under the moniker Mide Fash with the release of her first single, “Gold And Fire”. A juxtaposition of Afro-Soul music elements and R&B is laid over relaxing piano notes…

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It’s Love in The Air For Stephanie & Sylvester! Enjoy Their Pre-wedding Shoot

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If we were asked to describe love in one word, we would say ‘magical.’ Stephanie and Sylvester get to experience this magic of love and it is indeed beautiful! They are blessing us today with their stunning pre-wedding photos and each…

Tuesday, Apr 23

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Tiwa Savage’s “Water & Garri” is Coming to Prime Video on May 10th | Watch the Trailer

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Tiwa Savage’s debut film, “Water & Garri,” is set to arrive on Prime Video on May 10th. The film tells the story of Aisha (Savage), an ambitious fashion designer, as she returns to her native home after 10 years away in the U.S., following…

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Discover the Eid Goodness as Malta Guinness rocks the Special Eid Fest across 3 Cities in Nigeria!

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It was an unforgettable Eid celebration as Malta Guinness, one of Africa’s leading premium adult non-alcoholic beverage, brought its party train to three major cities – Abuja, Lagos, and Ibadan – with vibrant Eid celebrations to mark the…

Linda Ikeji is Set to Release Her Second Film “The Night of June 7th”

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Following the release of her first film, “Dark October,” media entrepreneur, Linda Ikeji is gearing up for the release of a second film, “The Night of June 7th.” Similarly inspired by true-life events, “The Night of June 7th” delves into…

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Funke Akindele Brings Back Jenifa with New Series “Everybody Loves Jenifa”

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Lovers of “Jenifa’s Diary,” gather around! The beloved series is getting a facelift and a new title: “Everybody Loves Jenifa.” Funke Akindele has teased the show’s return, slated to premiere in December. “Jenifa’s Diary” is a television…

Ayra Starr Drops Live Performance of Hit Single “Commas” | Watch

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Singer and Grammy nominee Ayra Starr has released a live version of her hit single, “Commas,” originally released in February. The live performance features Ayra performing live with a band of instrumentalists. “Commas” is Ayra’s first…

Chaste Inegbedion: Celebrating Africans Shaping the Technology Narrative

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Africans in the diaspora face distinct challenges such as racism and discrimination which are often compounded by the absence of legal citizenship status and limitations on international mobility in their host countries. Despite these…

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“Without Adaptability, Nothing Else is Possible” Meg Juma on the “Road to Success” Podcast

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Sitting pretty for this episode of the “Road To Success” podcast with TheLadyMayowa, is Meg Juma, who moved to Dubai on a whim with 13 dollars to her name, leading her on the path many Africans find themselves towing as immigrants in the…

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Obi Asika, Nkiru Olumide-Ojo, Angela Kyerenaten-Jimoh & Steve Babaeko Among Awarding Jury for 2024 Cannes Lions

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Cannes Lions has selected jurists for its 2024 International Festival of Creativity. These jurors will award the world’s very best creative and effective work, benchmarking excellence. The Awarding Jury represents the global industry’s…

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Rainbow Book Club Launches Talking Books Africa and R.O.A.R. Africa Series

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Marks 10th Anniversary of Port Harcourt World Book Capital

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Hayat Alijowaily is Advancing the Campaign about Climate Justice in Africa through Filmmaking

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As the sun retreats below the horizon, it casts a golden glow over the Red Sea and on the terraces of Aida Hotel, leaving a lingering afterglow that seems to infuse the air with a sense of warmth and energy. Hayat Aljowaily, with her crew…

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Bayo Omoboriowo Shares his Journey to Becoming a Presidential Photographer on the Teju Babyface Podcast

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This episode of the Teju Babyface Deep Dive Podcast is nothing short of inspiring. It is all about Bayo Omoboriowo’s journey from humble beginnings to becoming the official photographer for former president Muhammadu Buhari. Born into…

Get Ready to Level up! | The Grow With Renny Live Experience 2.0 is Back

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Feeling like your twenties are a whirlwind of possibilities? You’re not wrong! This is the decade to lay the groundwork for future success, and The Grow with Renny Live Experience 2.0 is here to be your guide. The Grow With Renny Live…

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A Perfect Match! Christabel and Dee Found Love on a Dating App

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Love happens in so many beautiful different ways. For Christabel and Dee, it all began with a dating app! ???? Christabel had just moved to Canada and decided to join a dating app, mainly to connect with people around her. As fate would…

When Does Asking Become an Accusation?

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Nigerian author, Chika Unigwe, tweeted a few days ago about how some years ago, she couldn’t find €100 placed on her desk after her cleaner cleaned her apartment. Since she had no proof and wanted to keep her, she didn’t ask her about it.…

Monday, Apr 22

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FBN Holdings PLC Appoints Olusegun Alebiosu As Acting CEO

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The board of directors of FirstBank Holdings Plc has appointed Olusegun Alebiosu as the acting chief executive officer of its flagship subsidiary, FirstBank of Nigeria Limited. The appointment follows the resignation of the managing…

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Genoveva Umeh, Joke Silva, Eliane Umuhire… These Are The Best Supporting Actress Nominees | #AMVCA10

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The Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards, presented by Multichoice Nigeria and Africa Magic, is gearing up for its tenth edition scheduled to be held on the 11th of May. The award this year comes with a few sweeping changes. The award…

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Biodun Da-Silva: Some Lessons from My 40-Year Life Experience

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“The journey through life is important but what you learn during your journey is more important.” – Dabasish Mridha. Life has a profound way of reminding us that nothing lasts forever and that time is our most valuable resource. 39 years…