Category: Entertainment

Gov Okpebholo pledges partnership with Traditional Rulers to tackle Insecurity in Edo State

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has vowed to collaborate closely with traditional rulers across the state in efforts to address security challenges and other pressing issues at the grassroots level. The Governor made this commitment during a meeting with traditional rulers from Edo North, where he emphasized their crucial role in ensuring peace and maintaining order within their communities.   Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has expressed his commitment to working hand-in-hand with traditional rulers in the state to enhance internal security and tackle grassroots challenges. Speaking during…

BREAKING: Gov Okpebholo restores full statutory rights to Oba of Benin

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a bid to further right the wrongs of the immediate-past administration and foster cordial relations between the Government and the people, the Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has restored the full statutory rights of the Benin Monarch over the contentious issue of the ownership of ancient artefacts looted from the palace of the Oba of Benin during the 1897 Benin Massacre by the British colonial forces. This was disclosed today in a release signed by Fred Itua Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo,the statement also said the…

Etsu Nupe turbans Saidu Mohammed as 27th Etsu-Tasha

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The Etsu Nupe and Chairman, Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, Yahaya Abubakar, has turbaned Saidu Mohammed as the 27th Tasha of the Etsu-Tasha community of the Edati Local Government Area. The colorful turbaning ceremony was held at Wadata Palace of the Etsu Nupe on Tuesday in Bida.   DAILY NIGERIAN gathered that Malam Mohammed became the 27th ruler of the community in order of ascension following the approval of the Emirate council.   The event was well attended by eminent members of the Bida Emirates council, community leaders, and…

Owa Obokun: Heritage, reality, aspiration (2) By abiodun KOMOLAFE

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Ijesas are distinctive! They are known for their discerning nature and exceptional brilliance. Their rich history reveals fascinating connections. For the record, they are the masterminds behind Osomaalo, a pioneering business phenomenon in Africa. In the 1930s, Obafemi Awolowo, the legendary statesman, once resided in Ilesa as Secretary to Daniel Ajayi Afilaka. At a time in the history of Ijesaland, Olori Remilekun Anike Agunlejika, wife of Oba Adeniran Agunlejika, also held the esteemed title of Yeye Oge of Edeland. Ijesaland is credited with originating the iconic ‘Nwa Boy’ style, now…

7th NDIS: Nigeria’s N5b Creative Industry, A Goldmine for Diaspora Investment – Patric Doyle

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Dr Patric Doyle, a renowned Nigeria Actor, has said that the Nigerian creative industry has recorded unprecedented growth, with the box office crossing five billion naira as of September 2024. Doyle stated this while moderating a panel discussion on ‘Appraisal of Investment Prospects in the Nigerian Creative Industry’ during the 7th Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit (NDIS), in Abuja. He said “Nigerian films now account for 50.4 per cent of the box office revenue, surpassing foreign films. This remarkable achievement is largely attributed to the exceptional work of Nigerian actors, producers,…

Veteran actor, Charles Olumo Agbako dies at 101

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    Veteran actor, Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, popularly known as Charles Olumo and Agbako, is dead.   This was made known in a statement by the president of Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN) , Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr Latin on Instagram on Thursday.   He wrote, “#tampanglobal announces the passing of Pa Charles Olumo Sanyaolu, fondly known as AGBAKO. Details of the burial arrangements will be shared at a later time. Good night father, 25/02/1923 to 31/10/2024.”   Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko, also confirmed…

Sanwo-Olu to receive NANTAP Honourary Fellowship at National Delegates Convention 2024

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The National Association of Nigerian Theatre Arts Practitioners (NANTAP) said Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State will not only serve as Chief Host during the association’s 2024 National Delegates Convention (NDC), taking place in Lagos from December 3 to 7, 2024, but will be honoured with the prestigious Honourary Fellow of Theatre Arts of the association.   The NANTAP Honorary Fellowship is awarded only to individuals who have made significant contributions to the promotion and development of arts and culture in Nigeria. Governor Sanwo-Olu is being recognised for his unwavering…

TAMPAN announces death of Veteran Actor, Ayobami Olabiyi ‘Bobo B’

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Nigeria’s movie industry, Nollywood, has been thrown into mourning with the death of a legendary Yoruba actor, Alhaji Ayobami Mudashir Olabiyi, popularly known as Bobo B.   Olabiyi, a prominent figure in the Yoruba film scene, reportedly died after battling an illness.   The news of Olabiyi’s death was disclosed by the Governor of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN) in Oyo State, Yeye Bose Akinola.   The late actor reportedly missed a scheduled movie shoot in Oyo State in September due to his health…

Igbo community, Cajaah Estate Orozo celebrates New Yam with funfair

Lukman Laleye Babalola

It was a deep display of Igbo cultural heritage during the celebration of the 2024 edition of the new yam festival by the Ndi Igbo community of Cajaah estate located in Orozo community in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. This year ceremony which had as its theme: “Our Culture, Our Heritage” took place in the estate over the weekend and attracted Igbos within and outside its environ. They were indeed all dressed in different and diverse colorful traditional Igbo attires that befit the occasion. Highlighting the purpose of the occasion,…

BREAKING: Owa Obokun of Ijeshaland Oba Aromolaran passes on after 42 years on throne

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One of the first-class monarchs in Osun State, the Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran II, is dead. His death was announced in a statement, signed by Asiwaju of Ijesaland, Chief Yinka Fasuyi, on Thursday in Osogbo, the state capital.   Confirming the monarch’s death, Fasuyi, in a tribute that he personally sent to our correspondent, wrote, “An Era Comes To An Abrupt End!   “A Monumental History Closes! The Lion Departs The Forest! The Torch Bearer Of Oduduwa Relocates! The Symbol Of Obokun Adimula Transits! The Elegance…