Felabration 2024, an annual festival celebrating the legacy of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, witnessed a performance that could well define the future of the genre. Kech, the emerging Afrobeat sensation, took the stage at the New Afrika Shrine in Lagos and delivered a show that captivated both long-time fans of […]
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In Nigeria’s vibrant Yoruba culture, few customs are as emblematic and unifying as Asọ-Ẹbí, the traditional attire worn at Owambe celebrations. Emmanuel Solate, founder of Showlate Entertainment Limited, has taken up the mantle of preserving and promoting this iconic practice through his work, titled: Asọ-Ẹbí: The Heart of Yoruba Owambe […]
Activista Nigeria has called on the Nigerian government to immediately and unconditionally release minors who were detained and charged with treason for participating in recent End Bad Governance protests. According to the organization, these charges infringe upon the rights of young Nigerians who engaged in peaceful demonstrations to express concerns […]
Hon. Emeka Chinedu Martins, the distinguished representative for Ahiazu Mbaise/Ezinihitte Federal Constituency and Deputy House Committee Chairman on the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has continued to make significant strides toward promoting transparency and accountability both in Nigeria and on the international stage. His recent invitation by the Maryland State Board […]
In a heartfelt reflection marking her two-year reign as Miss Face of Humanity Nigeria (MFOH Nigeria), Amb. Rita Chika Ezenwa shared her gratitude and pride in the journey she has taken. Amb. Ezenwa spoke of the significance of her role, describing it as more than wearing a crown. “This journey […]
In these challenging economic times, Hon. Emeka Chinedu, the representative for Ahiazu Mbaise/Ezinihitte Federal Constituency and Deputy House Committee Chairman on FCT, has demonstrated his commitment to alleviating hardship among his constituents. On October 24, 2024, he distributed much-needed food and non-food items to residents, providing relief to individuals and […]
Showlate Entertainment Limited has commended the Federal Government for its approval of the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) and the Intellectual Property (IP) Monetisation Pilot, as well as the recent merger of the Ministries of Tourism, Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy into a single entity. These initiatives, announced during a […]
Bianca Ojukwu’s appointment as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs by President Bola Tinubu has sparked widespread reactions across Nigeria. While the announcement has been celebrated by many, especially within the Igbo community, several issues and concerns have emerged in the discourse surrounding her new role: Political Symbolism vs. Meritocracy […]
The recent decision by Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), to build 40 housing units for judges in Abuja raises many questions about the separation of powers and the appropriateness of the executive branch funding lavish accommodations for the judiciary. While Wike has defended this move as […]
The recently concluded Big Brother Naija Season 9 marked a groundbreaking moment in reality television, with Kelly Sule, popularly known as Kellyrae, emerging as the winner. Alongside his wife, Kassia, Kellyrae accomplished what no couple has ever done in the show’s history: winning as a team and securing the N60 […]
