Prominent Lagos family rejects son’s union with actress, Wofai Ewa
The prominent Cole family of Victoria Island, Lagos, has denounced the recent purported marriage of their son, Taiwo, to actress and comedian, Wofai Ewa, in a traditional ceremony in Ugep, Cross River State. In a statement issued by the family…
List of African Countries With Highest Chinese Debt
China is one of the biggest lenders to African countries, accounting for 12% (KSh 94 trillion) of the continent’s external debt Due to the extent of Chinese lending, the World Bank noted that seven African nations were either in debt…
South African actor Mpho Sebeng dies tragically in car accident
South Africa is in mourning following the tragic demise of actor Mpho Seben. The actor died on Sunday in a car accident in Potchefstroom, North West province, his family confirmed. The 30-year-old actor’s family has appealed for privacy as they…
Nigeria: Detention of investigative journalist sparks concern for press freedom
Opposition figures and activists in Nigeria have called for the release of Daniel Ojukwu, a journalist associated with the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ). Ojukwu was detained last Wednesday in Lagos by the Nigerian police, who accused him of violating…
Unique mosque in historic Burkina Faso city retains its authenticity
Burkina Faso has been plagued by terrorist attacks since 2015, a security crisis that has shaken the country and had a negative impact on the economy. In the historic town of Bobo-Dioulasso, dating back from the 15th century, tourism has…
Philip Shaibu Reunites With Oshiomhole, Vows Not To Support Ighodalo
Shaibu made this known in an interview with PUNCH, stating that he is not ready to support the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial candidate, Asue Ighodalo. Philip Shaibu has moved to reunite with Oshiomhole and vowed not to support Ighodalo…
AY Makun, Seyi Law, others grace dedication of Ali Baba’s triplets in Lagos
Popular comedians like AY Makun, Seyi Law, and MC Lively were among the personalities who attended the dedication ceremony of Atunyota Akpobome, also known as Ali Baba’s triplets. The event, which took place on Sunday in Lagos, brought together Ali…
‘Stop fooling around,’ Adekunle Gold replies Samklef after producer called out wife Simi
Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has strongly berated music producer Samklef for his comments regarding his wife, Simi. Samklef stirred controversy on Sunday when he took to social media to reminisce about his past interactions with Simi, including his role in…
Medikal makes Ghana proud with sold-out O2 Indigo concert in London
Ghana’s biggest music stars have wowed London at a sold-out concert in the British capital. Top billing at the O2’s Indigo venue on Friday night went to Medikal – real name Samuel Adu Frimpon – one of the leading lights…
Niger Receives New Russian Advisers, Equipment
New Russian military advisers and military equipment have arrived in Niger, according to state television in the African country that wants U.S. forces to leave. A first set of about 100 Russian advisers had arrived in Niger on April 10…