Nearly thirty years after his passing, Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti has been awarded a significant international distinction. The Recording Academy will posthumously present the Nigerian music icon with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammy Awards, making him the first African to do so, according to a Friday […]
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Nollywood star and filmmaker Funke Akindele has reached an unprecedented milestone in African cinema, with her latest movie, Behind The Scenes, crossing the ₦2 billion mark at the box office, an achievement no Nollywood film has recorded before. The landmark was confirmed on Monday by the film’s distributor, […]
Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has shared the joyful news of welcoming twins, revealing the announcement through his Snapchat story on Wednesday. In a short but heartfelt message, the artiste wrote, “Asked God for another child and he blessed me double,” sparking excitement among fans and fellow entertainers. While the […]
The Lagos State Police Command has taken into custody social media personality Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, over a reckless driving incident that was broadcast live on social media and resulted in a serious road crash. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, December 14, 2025, drew widespread public concern […]
From the quiet corners of her Lagos bedroom to the world’s biggest stages, Temilade Openiyi, better known as Tems, has become the voice of a generation. Her story takes centre stage in the latest episode of CNN International’s African Voices Changemakers, proudly sponsored by Globacom. Hosted by Larry Madowo, the […]
This week, CNN African Voices Changemakers, sponsored by telecoms giant Globacom, profiles world-renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie in a captivating 30-minute episode. The feature, anchored by Larry Madowo, takes viewers to Nsukka, where Adichie spent her childhood in the staff quarters of the University of Nigeria, the same grounds […]
Chelsea shocked Paris Saint-Germain in Sunday’s Club World Cup final, defeating the European champions 3-0 at the MetLife Stadium to win the inaugural edition of FIFA’s new competition. Cole Palmer scored two goals and assisted on another. After winning the UEFA Champions League and thrashing Real Madrid 4-0 in the […]
Nollywood actress Ruby Ojiakor has addressed the backlash surrounding her decision to hold her wedding ceremony at her husband Moc Madu’s place of worship, St. Philips Anglican Church. Taking to Instagram, the actress clarified that her decision was rooted in love, respect, and family values. She emphasized that her husband, […]
At the Gtech Community Stadium in London, Ghana and Nigeria, who are friendly in name but never in character, will rekindle one of the most intense rivalries in African football today in a game driven by pride and tradition. When the Black Stars play the Super Eagles in the most […]
The red carpet of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2025 was a cinematic spectacle in its own right but one name stood above the rest, echoing across conversations, headlines, and digital timelines: Veekee James. Renowned for her seamless blend of bold elegance and intricate craftsmanship, Veekee James didn’t […]