Author: Temidayo

This marks his third role following his portrayal of Scar in Netflix’s ‘Shanty Town.’ Chidi Mokeme makes a comeback on our screens with the recently unveiled teaser for Merry Men 3: Nemesis. In the video shared by the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN), we catch a sneak peek of his character and what lies ahead. Mokeme assumes an action-packed role that appears to cast him as the antagonist, leading a gang involved in nefarious activities. Meanwhile, the Merry Men themselves step into more action-oriented roles as they confront the heartbreaking loss of an undisclosed individual and embark on a…

They declared that the investigation isn’t restricted to certain parties. The Lagos State Police Command has established a dedicated 13-member special investigative team tasked with probing the demise of Nigerian singer Mohbad, who tragically passed away on September 12, 2023. During a press conference held on Monday, September 18th, 2023, Idowu Owohunwa, the Commissioner of Police for the Lagos State Police Command, officially announced the establishment of a 13-member special investigative team to look into the tragic passing of Nigerian singer Mohbad. Notably, the late singer’s parents were in attendance during this briefing. Commissioner Owohunwa stressed the commitment of law…

The 2023 VMAs was held on September 12 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey and Rema, Asake, Davido, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Libianca, and Wizkid were in contention to win the Best Afrobeats Song. Rema, a trailblazer in the history of Afrobeats, achieved a significant milestone as he secured his maiden VMAs victory by claiming the prestigious award for Best Afrobeats Song. The accolade recognized his chart-topping international sensation, “Calm Down,” which features a collaboration with the acclaimed artist Selena Gomez.

Nigerian singer , and former Marlian records signee ,Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has sadly passed away. As per an insider within Mohbad’s camp, the artist sought medical attention on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, to address an infection resulting from an injury. During this visit, he received an injection as part of his treatment. Regrettably, it was reported that Mohbad lost consciousness shortly after receiving the injection and, tragically, did not regain consciousness. The news of Mohbad’s passing has reverberated through social media, eliciting sorrow from both peers and fans. This comes as a devastating blow to the…

Eniola Badmus, the acclaimed Nollywood actress, has commended President Bola Tinubu for his diplomatic endeavors, which resulted in the United Arab Emirates finally lifting its extended visa embargo on Nigerians. Taking to her Instagram account, Badmus expressed her elation over this development, referring to it as the “most remarkable news of the year.” Her words: “Best news of the year.” “Dubai is on my mind. Gratitude to you, Daddy, and my President, @officialasiwajubat.” As previously reported on Monday, the UAE has lifted the visa restrictions placed on Nigerian travelers following a meeting between President Bola Tinubu and his UAE counterpart,…

The renowned music festival, Afronation, has unveiled the dates for its inaugural Nigerian edition. After previously announcing that Nigeria would be added as hosts to the Afronation calendar for the first time, the organizers have disclosed December as the date for the maiden event. On September 6, 2023, Afronation made an official announcement on its social media platforms, revealing that the debut edition of Afronation Lagos is scheduled for December 19 and 20. Afronation has established itself as the foremost ambassador of Afrobeats and African music, showcasing its vibrant festivals in various locations including the United States, United Kingdom, and…

Nigerian , Female Mavin signed recording artist Ayra starr, has come out to express her displeasure after the headies failed to announce the Winner of the Best female artist award on stage. The 2023 Headies Awards , which happened to be the 16th edition tagged “Africa’s renaissance” took place on September 3, 2023, at the Cobb Energy Centre in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. The event brought together prominent figures from the African music industry who convened to honor and celebrate the vibrant Nigerian music scene. Ayra Starr, who emerged victorious over strong contenders such as Tems, Tiwa Savage, and Simi to…

September would be a really beloved month for Nigerian music lovers as several artistes are set to release their music projects from the 1st day in September. music artists like Ruger, signed to Jonzing world records is expected to release his debut album ” RU THE WORLD” on Friday September 1st 2023. Ruger had earlier released a self titled E.P ”Ruger” and a deluxe version early on during his breakout year. Igbo indigenous rapper and musician, Phyno ,whom recently became a father , would also be releasing a single on Friday, in preparations of his new album. Other acts like…

Serena Williams announced the birth of her second child,’Adira River Ohanian’ on Tuesday along side her husband Alexis Ohanian via her social media accounts. Welcome my beautiful angel,” Williams wrote in the caption of a video posted on TikTok. The video shows her, Ohanian and their four-year-old daughter Olympia embracing the new-born. Serena’s husband  Ohanian posted on messaging platform X, formerly known as Twitter, “I’m grateful to report our house is teeming with love: a happy and healthy new-born girl and happy and healthy mama. Feeling grateful,”  The 23-time Grand Slam champion, who said she was “evolving away” from tennis after last year’s…

The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has issued a decisive 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, urging the government to address its demands promptly to avert potential disruptions in the industry. This ultimatum was formally conveyed through a communique released following an extraordinary National Executive Council meeting of MDCAN. The meeting was conducted virtually to ensure efficient communication and participation. Dr. Victor Makanjuola, the President of MDCAN, and Dr. Yemi Raji, the Secretary-General, appended their signatures to the communique. The National Executive Council expressed deep concern about the ongoing failure to implement the jointly agreed-upon increase in…