Nigeria: Mohbad – Naira Marley Demands Apology From Iyabo Ojo, Threatens to Sue for N500 Million
[Premium Times] Iyabo Ojo has since Mohbad’s death been championing the advocacy for justice for Mohbad. She had earlier accused Naria Marley of having a hand in the death of Mohbad.
Nigeria: Nollywood Star Iyabo Ojo Settles Tax Dispute With Lagos Govt
[Leadership] Renowned Nollywood actress and reality TV star, Iyabo Ojo, recently took to her Instagram to express her gratitude towards individuals and organizations instrumental in resolving her tax-related issues with the Lagos State Government.
Nigeria: Oba of Benin Palace Bans Burial Rites As Igue Festival Begins
[Vanguard] The palace of the Oba of Benin on Wednesday said burial rites in the kingdom would not be permitted during the annual Igue festival, which begins next Tuesday with Ugierhoba (indoors) Ceremony.
Nigeria: Davido Tops List of Most Followed Nigerians On Social Media in 2023
[Premium Times] A recent survey has unveiled the most followed Nigerians across major social media platforms, and the results are nothing short of spectacular
Nigeria: Portable Hospitalised After Return From UK Tour
[Premium Times] This was announced on the singer’s Instagram page on Wednesday, just a day after he returned from a UK tour.
South Africa: South African Music Industry Bids Farewell To Chris Ghelakis
[allAfrica] Highly respected South African music pioneer, Chris Ghelakis, who made his life’s work the promotion and celebration of the country’s vibrant music scene, has died after a long battle with cancer. He was 70 years old and is survived by his …
Uganda: Bobi Wine Clarifies Homosexuality Stance
[Nile Post] In the midst of growing controversy surrounding his recent comments on BBC regarding homosexuality, National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu remains non-committal, sparking intense public outbursts.
Zimbabwe: From Dancing ‘For a Living’ to Dancing for ‘Women’s Dignity’
[IPS] Bulawayo — At first, he danced for money, but later on, he realized the need to dance for sanitary pads in order to help poor girls and women. Now, 29-year-old Proud Mugunhu conducts dance tutorials that earn him 100 pads from each session.
Angola: Angolan Embassy Hosts Ciesart International Congress
[ANGOP] Luanda — The Angolan Embassy in Spain hosted the IV International Congress of the International Chamber of Writers and Artists (CIESART) in Madrid at the weekend, with conferences and communications centred on peace and the empowerment of women.
South Africa: South African Afro-Pop Singer, Zahara, Is Dead
[Premium Times] She died from a liver infection, on Monday Night, in Johannesburg Hospital at the age of 36.