Biopic on Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti to Hit Cinemas on May 17
The blockbuster biographical film ‘Funmilayo Ransome Kuti’ is set to hit the cinemas nationwide on May 17. The biopic written by Tunde Babalola and directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters was among the Nigerian featured films selected for screening at the 12th Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFG) 2023. The film which tells the life story of the late […]
Haaland takes Manchester City closer to unprecedented fourth successive Premier League title
Erling Haaland’s double put Manchester City within touching distance of an unprecedented fourth successive Premier League title as they beat Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 away on Tuesday. The Norwegian tapped home his side’s opener early in the second half and settled City’s nerves in stoppage time when he blasted home a penalty for his 27th league goal […]
Ireland to raise minimum age for tobacco sales to 21
The Republic of Ireland will raise the minimum age for the purchase of cigarettes to 21, designed to reduce the country’s adult smoking rate to less than five per cent. Lawmakers in the country said in a statement on Tuesday, that the plan would make Ireland the first country in the EU to take such measure, […]
‘Not Like Us’ by Kendrick Lamar beats Drake’s ‘Family Matters’ to Billboard #1 spot
In the chart week dated May 17, Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ debuted at NO. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 thus becoming Kendrick Lamar’s second chart-topping single in the United States in 2024 following Metro Booming & Future‘s ‘Like That’. ‘Not Like Us’ which is the last track released by Kendrick Lamar in his rap feud with Drake became the icing on the cake for […]
American singer, Stevie Wonder, granted Ghanaian citizenship
American musician and songwriter Stevie Wonder has officially been granted Ghanaian citizenship status by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on Monday, May 13, 2024. At a brief ceremony at the Jubilee House, the renowned singer who is in Ghana with his family following a decision in 2021 to permanently relocate to the West African country, […]
Finidi George formally unveiled as Super Eagles Coach, names assistants
The Nigeria Football Federation has unveiled Finidi George as coach of Nigeria’s senior men’s national team; the Super Eagles. In a brief ceremony in Abuja, the NFF President Ibrahim Gusau, revealed that the Federation gave Finidi George the free hand to select his assistants, and named Daniel Amokachi and Benjamin James to serve as his […]
South Australia to explore social media ban for under-aged children
Children under the age of 14 in South Australia would be banned from using social media under a proposal put forward by the state’s Premier, Peter Mali-naus-kas. Malinauskas, who argued that there is mounting evidence that social media is detrimental to children’s mental health and development, announced that his state government had appointed Robert French, […]
Iya Rainbow and RMD Receive Merit Awards at 10th AMVCA
The 10th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards wrapped up at the weekend following an exciting and star-studded two-day celebration. This year’s edition had 28 categories, with 17 non-voting and 9 audience voting categories, and the winners were selected by a jury led by ace filmmaker and head judge, Femi Odugbemi. Some of the highlights […]
Happy Valley, The Sixth Commandment and Top Boy lead Bafta TV Awards wins
Happy Valley, Top Boy and The Sixth Commandment were among the big winners at the Bafta TV Awards on Sunday. Top Boy won the prestigious best drama award and Jasmine Jobson was named best supporting actress for her performance on the show, while Happy Valley won best actress for Sarah Lancashire as well as the […]
Arsenal beats Man United 1-0 to the top of the Premier League
Arsenal returned to the top of the Premier League and ensured the title race will go to the final day with a 1-nil victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. The Gunners delivered an unconvincing display against a severely depleted United side but did enough to secure the win that puts them one point ahead […]
