Solid Star quits smoking, alcohol consumption… see why you should also quit 

Not long ago, footage emerged online showing singer Joshua Iniyezo, also known as Solid Star, appearing disheveled and wandering aimlessly on the streets.  His brother Joseph, who shared the video, revealed that Solid Star was battling drug addiction and suffering its consequences.  However, in a recent interview, Solid Star refutes these claims, asserting that he … Read more

Ramadan: What you can and cannot eat and drink while fasting

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and is observed by Muslims around the world as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn until sunset, abstaining from food and drink.  Fasting in Ramadan holds great significance for Muslims, serving as a time for spiritual growth, … Read more

A look at 10 records and songs by Olamide as he celebrates his 35th birthday

Olamide, also known as Baddo, is a well-known rapper who has gone on to excel as a label executive after initially succeeding as an artist.   He is one of Nigeria’s leading hitmakers, having propelled talents such as Zlatan, Bella Shmurda, TI Blaze, Portable, and others to stardom through his invaluable collaborations.   Yesterday, March 15th was … Read more

Oba Olalekan Balogun: What to know about the life and times of late Olubadan

The 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Olalekan Balogun, passed away at 81, just days after marking his second year coronation anniversary.  His media aide, Dele Ogunsola, confirmed the news Thursday night. Oba Balogun died at the University College Hospital in Ibadan shortly after admission.  READ ALSO: Herbert Wigwe: What to know about Access Bank founder … Read more

Senator Abdul Ningi: What is budget padding? and how to check if budget is padded

The Nigerian Senate has suspended Senator Abdul Ningi, who represents Bauchi central, due to allegations of budget padding amounting to three trillion naira. The suspension, debated on Tuesday, 12th March, lasts for three months. During the debate, Jimoh Ibrahim, a member of the Appropriation Committee, proposed a 12-month suspension for Ningi citing criminal misinformation and … Read more

2024 Oscars: Drama as John Cena storms stage almost naked

John Cena surprised audiences at the 96th Academy Awards with a memorable joke that involved nearly exposing himself on stage.  The wrestler-actor made his presenting debut during the ceremony and referenced a streaker from a previous Oscars show. Despite some reluctance from host Jimmy Kimmel, Cena decided to emphasize the importance of costumes by awkwardly … Read more

2024 Oscars: What to know about Oppenheimer who won 7 categories

At the 96th Oscars, Oppenheimer emerged as the undeniable champion, clinching an impressive seven awards, including the coveted Best Picture and Best Actor accolades for the talented Cillian Murphy.  The period blockbuster, which had entered the ceremony with a whopping 13 nominations, made its mark by securing a total of seven statuettes, solidifying its place … Read more

Full list: Cillian Murphy, Emma Stone… winners of the 2024 Academy Awards

The 96th Academy Awards, held on Sunday, March 10, 2024, in Los Angeles, marked the end of Hollywood’s “Awards Season.”  Jimmy Kimmel will host the ceremony for the fourth time, with live coverage in 200 countries around the world.  Since their inception in 1929, the Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, have represented the … Read more

Naira does not mean never allow Igbo rule again

Why is Nigeria still allowing the imports of alcohol, predominantly premium alcoholic beverages like champagne, Scotch Whisky, and fine wines? Why do we let importers fritter away our foreign reserves on unnecessary items that can be produced locally, like oats, custard, and pastries? Imports should serve to provide us with what we cannot make but … Read more