Nigerian broadcaster and media entrepreneur Adebayo Faleke has officially launched a new podcast, Core Room, on the digital broadcast platform TV Afrikana. Faleke explained that the podcast is designed to redefine public conversations by fostering depth, reflection, and intellectual honesty. He said it provides a space “where conversations are not rushed, sensationalised, or compromised—a room

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The Ferdinand Effah Music Heritage Foundation (FEMHF) is leveraging the power of music to spotlight the needs of autistic individuals and their families in Nigeria. In a statement on Tuesday, FEMHF President and Trustee Stanley Effah highlighted the challenges faced by autistic people, including stigma, social exclusion, limited access to specialised support services, and financial

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Despite the challenges facing Nigerian filmmakers, Nollywood continues to rake in billions annually, thanks to stars like Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham, and Femi Adebayo. Following the record-breaking success of her 2023 film A Tribe Called Judah, which grossed over ₦1 billion, Akindele’s 2025 festive release, Behind The Scenes, has surpassed ₦1.7 billion in revenue as

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The burial of late Nollywood actress, writer, and producer Allwell Ademola takes place today, January 9, 2026, at Atan Cemetery, Yaba, Lagos. Ademola, who passed away on December 27, 2025, at the age of 49 following a heart attack, is being honored by family, colleagues, and fans in a final farewell. According to the funeral

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Lagos has come alive as 1,216 artistes, delegates, and members of the production team descended on the city for the ninth edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). The announcement came during the Welcome Soirée for nominees and guests at the British Deputy High Commissioner’s residence, marking the official start of AFRIMA Week. AFRIMA

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Controversial singer Portable, real name Habeeb Okikiola, has fired back at his baby mama, Ashabi Simple, after she reportedly dragged him to court, sparking yet another round of drama between the two. In a heated Instagram story rant, Portable expressed shock and anger over the legal action, emphasizing that he and Ashabi were never legally

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has removed Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan from officiating the AFCON 2025 quarter-final between Nigeria and Algeria, DAILY POST reports. CAF’s decision came after Artan was found wearing boots from a brand not approved by the tournament’s official sponsors during a previous match, a breach of CAF regulations. As

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As preparations for the 2027 general elections gain momentum, Nigeria’s political landscape is becoming increasingly charged. Party defections, internal crises, and emerging fault lines are now common across the major political parties, including the PDP, LP, NNPP, ADC, and even the ruling APC. Beyond these developments, a notable shift is underway: the gradual erosion of

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Senator Francis Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District, has expressed confidence that Nigeria will overcome its security challenges through the sustained efforts of the military and other security agencies. He made the statement during the flag-off of food and cash distributions to residents in Ilase, aimed at supporting individuals and groups across all 10 local

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The Chairman of Agatu Local Government, Hon. Melvin James Ejeh, has revoked the controversial 2017 grazing agreement that granted herders access to Adapati Island and ordered all armed herders to vacate Agatu communities immediately. The move follows a renewed wave of violent attacks allegedly carried out by armed herders, reportedly linked to military airstrikes in

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