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Femi Fani-Kayode receives letters of credence as Nigeria's High Commissioner to South Africa
3+ hour, 58+ min ago (206+ words) Former minister of aviation Femi Fani-Kayode has received his Letters of Credence to begin duties as Nigeria's High Commissioner to South Africa, Lesotho and Eswatini. Mr Fani-Kayode announced this in a post on his verified X account on Tuesday, saying…...
Xenophobia South Africa anti-immigrant march
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (25+ words) QED. NG Xenophobia South Africa anti-immigrant march QEDNG Creative Powerhouse Summit 2. 0 This will close in 20 seconds...
FG puts South Africa on notice after killing of two Nigerians
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (804+ words) The Federal Government has warned that it may consider additional measures against South Africa after the killing of two Nigerians, saying the attacks come amid rising anti-immigrant tensions and concerns over the safety of foreigners in the country. In separate…...
Why I can't date Maduka Okoye - Tems
1+ week, 1+ day ago (204+ words) Grammy winner Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has explained why she would not consider a romantic relationship with Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye. Speaking during an interview at the BET Awards held over the weekend, the singer was asked…...
AFRIMA stakeholders advocate investment in African music industry
1+ week, 2+ day ago (781+ words) Stakeholders at the Africa Music Business Conference organised by the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in Casablanca, Morocco, have called for increased investment in Africa's music industry, saying stronger collaboration across the continent is essential for sustainable growth. The conference,…...
I facilitated Asake's visa for his first trip abroad - Ayo Animashaun
1+ week, 5+ day ago (630+ words) Founder of the Headies, Ayo Animashaun, has revealed that he facilitated singer Asake's visa for his first trip outside Nigeria, saying the move eventually helped the artiste secure international opportunities. Animashaun made the disclosure during an interview on Arise TV…...
Illbliss faces backlash for remark about Igbos owning Lagos lands
3+ week, 1+ day ago (321+ words) Rapper Illbliss has come under criticism on social media following comments he made during an online exchange about the contributions of Igbos to Lagos State. The controversy began after the rapper defended the role of Igbos in the economic growth…...
Their only crime is being black, Abike Dabiri condemns treatment of Nigerians in South Africa
3+ week, 4+ day ago (334+ words) Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission Abike Dabiri-Erewa has said the 258 Nigerians recently evacuated from South Africa committed no crime, insisting that they were targeted because they are black immigrants. Mrs Dabiri-Erewa made the statement on Thursday during an…...
Remi Aluko cries out over battle with glaucoma, worsening eyesight
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (195+ words) Fuji musician Remi Aluko has opened up about his worsening health, revealing that he has been battling glaucoma for years and now struggles with his eyesight. Speaking in an interview with Oyinmomo TV, Aluko said that despite undergoing eye surgery,…...
Falana petitions African Commission over xenophobic attacks in South Africa
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (353+ words) Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has petitioned the African Commission on Human and Peoples" Rights over what he described as recurring xenophobic violence against Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa. Mr Falana asked the Commission to intervene and…...