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Comedian Bovi defends ‘no beating” parenting style amid online backlash
A Nigerian comedian, Bovi Ugboma, has found himself at the centre of a heated debate on social media after making comments about his parenting style. PUNCH Online reports that in a recent interview on the Honest Bunch Podcast aired on Monday, Bovi shar…
VIDEO: Comedian Bovi condemns beating children, says son broke three TVs out of Anger
Nigerian comedian and actor Bovi Ugboma has shared insights into his parenting approach, emphasising the importance of understanding and empathy over corporal punishment. Speaking about his experiences as a father during an interview on The Honest Bunc…
Mr Ibu, Junior Pope, other Nigerian entertainers who died in 2024
From Nollywood veterans to musicians, the Nigerian entertainment industry witnessed the loss of many cherished figures in 2024. These beloved actors, filmmakers, and musicians left an indelible mark on the entertainment landscape. Below is a look back …
Yuletide: Seven vintage Christmas movies to watch this festive season
The festive season offers Nigerians the perfect opportunity to gather loved ones and bask in the nostalgic charm of vintage Christmas movies. These classics offer heartwarming stories, nostalgic charm, and festive cheer, making them ideal for family bo…
MC Charlene takes afrobeats to Norway with Rudeboy Live show
The Bergen Internationale Kulturesenter in Norway came alive as over 100 afrobeats fans recently gathered for the Rudeboy Live in Bergen concert. The event, headlined by Paul Okoye, also known as Rudeboy of the iconic Nigerian duo P-Square, was a thril…
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Odun Ifa Exhibition
Nigeria: Tems’ Debut Album Makes Billboard’s Best R&b Albums of 2024 List
[Premium Times] ‘Born in the Wild’ and “Love Me JeJe” also earned her 2025 Grammy nominations for Best Global Music Album and Best African Music Performance, respectively.
Egypt: Egypt Restores Smuggled Ancient Artifacts With Italian Co-Operation
[Egypt Online] Ambassador to Italy Bassam Rady has announced that the Egyptian Embassy in Italy successfully recovered several ancient Pharaonic artifacts.
Benin: Museum of Modern Art Set to Launch in Cotonou, Showcase Beninese Artists
[IPS] Cotonou, Benin — Construction of the new Museum of Modern Art is underway in Cotonou, Benin’s largest city. The museum, along with three others being built throughout the country, are part of the Beninese government’s extensive plan to ramp up t…
Nigeria: Sultan Decries Present State of Almajiri Practice
[Daily Trust] The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has condemned the present state of the Almajiri system in the northern part of the country, describing it as embarrassing and needing total condemnation.
South Africa: How South African Women Navigate Gender Issues on TikTok
[allAfrica] The Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change (CABC) has released its latest report, Gender-Based Violence and Misogyny TikTok Analytics and Narrative Update in South Africa, on the online conversation regarding gender-based violence and …
Cameroon: Museum of the Bamoun Kings – Ancient Treasures From Cameroon Find a Spectacular New Home
[The Conversation Africa] One of the most significant African museum openings of 2024 was the Musée des Rois Bamoun, or Museum of the Bamoun Kings, in Foumban, Cameroon.