Category: Entertainment

Nigerian foremost dramatist,Jimi Solanke dies at 82

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A foremost Nigerian dramatist and folk singer, Jimi Solanke is dead.   The cultural icon passed on in the early hours of today, Monday, February 5, 2023, after a brief illness.   He died en route to the Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital, Sagamu, Ogun State.   Born on July 4, 1942, in Ipara Remo, Jimi Solanke’s artistic journey began as a pioneer member of the Orisun Theatre Group, founded by the renowned Wole Soyinka, in 1961.   His contributions to the global entertainment industry spanned seven decades, leaving an…

JUST IN: Gov Seyi Makinde suspends Onido of Ido

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Oyo state Governor ,Engr.Seyi Makinde has suspended Oba Gbolagade Babalola (Gbadewolu I) the Onido of Ido in Ido local government area of the state.   The suspension was announced on Friday, in a letter dated February 2, 2024 and signed by the state Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Olusegun Olayiwola.   Olayiwola disclosed that Makinde approved the suspension on February 1, 2024.   However, the reasons and the duration of the suspension were not stated.   According to the statement, the monarch was directed to hand over all…

‘I am alive’ – Legendary Fuji Musician, Kollington Ayinla refutes Death Rumour

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Renowned fuji musician, Kolawole Rasaq Ilori, popularly known as Kollington Ayinla, has dispelled rumours of his demise that have been circulating on social media. The 75-year-old musician made a public statement on Tuesday from the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) in Ikeja, Lagos, to address concerns about his health. Speculations about Ayinla’s critical health condition and his battle with undisclosed ailments had been rampant on social media earlier on Tuesday. However, in a video shared by LagosGist (@LagosGist), the fuji legend can be seen and heard speaking about his…

Nigerian singer, Zuwa shot dead in US

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American-based Nigerian singer Osazuwa Agbonayinma aka Zuwa has been shot dead in the United States of America.   According to Channels Television, Zuwa, one of the members of the singing duo, Roze, was shot dead on Sunday.   The singer’s father and former Nigerian lawmaker Ehiozuwa Agbonayinma confirmed the unfortunate news to Channels TV Entertainment News.   Ehiozuwa said his son who also had a master’s degree in Architecture was killed by a shot in the back of the head.     The late singer formed the duo Roze with…

As Eje Ankpa Confers Chieftaincy Title on Abdullahi Haruna, 42 Others

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By Nathan Emmanuel     In commemoration of the two-year anniversary on the throne and the grand coronation, which included the presentation of the staff of office on October 7, 2023, His Royal Highness, Alh. (Dr.) Abubakar Sadiq Ahmed Yakubu II, the Ejeh Ankpa and Chairman of Ankpa Traditional Council, has officially announced the conferment of chieftaincy titles upon some distinguished sons and daughters of Igalaland. According to a press release signed by the Chief Press Secretary to Eje Ankpa, Rilwan Hamza, these chieftaincy titles serve as a testament to…

I5 million people to watch Calabar Carnival live – Commissioner

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Over 15 million people across the globe will watch the main event of this year’s Calabar carnival that will be streamed live on DSTV on Thursday. This was disclosed to the News Agency of Nigeria by the Commissioner for Information in Cross River, Erasmus Ekpang. He further said that hundreds of visitors are already in the state for the main event, tagged: “Carnival Calabar.” The commissioner who described the 20th edition of the carnival as a huge success, said the state is already overcrowded as at Tuesday when the cultural…

Nollywood actor, Dejumo Lewis is dead

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A Nollywood veteran,Dejumo Lewis is dead.The excellent role interpreter died at age 80 after an undisclosed illness. His death was confirmed by actor Saheed Balogun via his official instagram hand on Saturday. He said, “Good night DEJUMO LEWIS, may your soul rest in perfect peace.” Dejimo is renowned for his roles in “A Place in the Stars”, ‘Crossroads’, ‘Power of 1’, and most especially for playing the Kabiyesi role in ‘The Village Headmaster.”

Gov Seyi Makinde presents staff of office to new Soun of Ogbomoso

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Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has officially presented staff of Office to the 21st Soun of Ogbomoso, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III.   The official coronation and presentation of Staff of the Office were held at the Soun of Ogbomoso Township Stadium, Ogbomoso today, Tuesday, December 19, 2023.   Oba Ghandi, in his brief titled “My dream and my Reality”, after receiving the instrument and staff of Office from Governor Makinde, expressed gratitude to God and all who have made the day a reality.   He…

Culture and identity of Gbagyi\ Gwari in FCT, Abuja. By Mercy Tartsea Anshase & Afolashade Afolabi.

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Cultural identity refers to share beliefs norms, value and practice that define a group of individual often linked by ethnicity or religion, the identity shapes individual perception of themselves and their relationship to the world influencing their behaviors attitudes interactions with people. Gbagyi /Gwari people are found all over the places in Nigeria, especially western parts of Abuja , Niger state ,Kaduna state, part of Kogi state and Nasarawa state. Gbagyi/Gwari”s major towns include Minna, koru, kuta, kwaliu, Gawu, Gusssiro , Gwada, Guni, Fuka, Galkogo, Mailkula,Maita, Usafafa, Mpape, Bwari, Suleja,…

Top Govt Functionaries, Celebrities, Others Set for Okpe Language Movie, Izede Efe Premiere

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By Ebireri Henry Ovie     Top government functionaries, business moguls and celebrities will on Sunday, November 26, 2023, view the first-ever screenings of Okpe Language movie, Izede Efe.   The event will take place at Wetland Event Centre, Sapele between 12 noon and 5.00 PM.   “Political and traditional leaders, community and religious leaders as well education administrators and students’ leaders will step out of their houses on Sunday, November 26, 2023” a statement by the Executive Producer of the movie, Barrister Kingsley Akpederin said.   “The stars of…