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Odun Ifa Exhibition

Yoruba Gallery’s Odun Ifa 2024 exhibition showcased an eclectic mix of art from talented artists presenting the essence of Ifa / Orunmila in practice, belief, culture and lifestyle, including the Orisa’s associated with Ifa such as Orisa Ibeji and Orisa Esu in his multidimensional forms and energies.

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Ethiopia: Metropolis Focuses On Project Performance Culture to Boost Competitiveness

20th February 2025

[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA -- The announcement of a new focus on cultivating a culture of effective project performance was made yesterday by Addis Ababa City Administration.

Nigeria: Ayra Starr Breaks 16-Year Jinx As First Woman to Win Mobo Best Int’l Act

20th February 2025

[This Day] Afrobeats superstar Ayra Starr has won the award for Best International Act at this year's MOBO Awards, the British award that honours achievements across "music of Black origins".

Egypt: First Egyptian Pharaoh’s Tomb Discovered Since King Tut’s

20th February 2025

[VOA] Archaeologists in Egypt say they have unearthed the ancient tomb of King Thutmose II, the first discovery in 100 years of a tomb of an Egyptian royal.

Nigeria: Portable Bows to Pressure, Surrenders to Police

20th February 2025

[Daily Trust] Music star, Habeeb Okikiola Olalomi, popularly known as Portable, has finally surrendered to the police.

Zimbabwe: Hwange’s Big Charlie, Born Charles Nyoni, Is No More.

19th February 2025

[The Herald] He was a giant of a man, standing at 2.10 meters tall and weighing 288kg earning him the title of Hwange's own Goliath and possibly the biggest man in Africa.

Tanzania: Afropop Worldwide in Tanzania – Week One

19th February 2025

[Afropop] Our Afropop travelers have arrived in Tanzania, kicking off an unforgettable journey in Dar es Salaam, the country's bustling cultural and financial hub. With a week full of live music, spontaneous dance floors, and local camaraderie, here are the highlights from our time in Bongo, as the locals affectionately call their city.

Nigeria: In Historic Development, Netherlands to Return 119 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

19th February 2025

[This Day] ·Items represent single largest return of Benin antiquities linked to British expedition

Nigeria: Police Dismiss Portable’s ‘Madman’ Claims, Insist Singer Remains Wanted

19th February 2025

[Vanguard] The Ogun State Police Command has dismissed claims by controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, that he is undergoing psychiatric treatment.

Zimbabwe: Oriyano – a Young Man of Many Talents

19th February 2025

[The Herald] Zimbabwe's most trending youthful musician, Kudakwashe Royne Kachehiko, proudly carries the title of "man of the moment."

Nigeria: Netherlands to Return Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

19th February 2025

[Premium Times] "We congratulate Nigeria for being at the forefront of efforts to reclaim colonial looted art."

Nigeria: Ned Nwoko Isn’t My Child’s Father, Polygamy Not for Me’ – Chika Ike

19th February 2025

[Premium Times] This is not the first time Chika has been linked to Mr Nwoko.

Nigeria: ‘I’m Under Spiritual Attack, Nigerians Help Me’ – Portable Speaks From Hiding

19th February 2025

[Premium Times] "I do not want to die the way the government killed my mother; my mother lost her life when Olusegun Obasanjo was president and Gbenga Daniel was governor of Ogun State..."

Nigeria: Police Declare Nigerian Singer, Portable, Wanted

19th February 2025

[This Day] The Nigeria Police have finally declared controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola Olalomi popularly known as Portable, wanted after failing to submit himself for two weeks.

Nigeria: Burna Boy to Perform At Wireless Festival 2025 Alongside Drake

19th February 2025

[Premium Times] This marks Burna's third performance at the prestigious event.

South Africa: Heavy Rain Wreaks Havoc in Gauteng – South African News Briefs – February 19, 2025

19th February 2025

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Algeria: French Culture Minister’s ‘Historic’ Visit to Western Sahara Angers Algeria

19th February 2025

[RFI] France's Culture Minister Rachida Dati became on Monday the first French official to make a formal visit to the Western Sahara, a sign of Paris's recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the disputed territory. For Algeria, which defends claims for the territory's independence, the visit showed "contempt" for international law.

Nigeria: Police Declare Singer Portable Wanted Over Alleged Assault On Ogun Govt Officials

18th February 2025

[Leadership] Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, who is popularly known as Portable has been declared wanted by the Ogun State Police Command over allegation of leading a violent attack on government officials in the course of their lawful duties.

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Odun Ifa Exhibition

Ethiopia: Metropolis Focuses On Project Performance Culture to Boost Competitiveness

Nigeria: Ayra Starr Breaks 16-Year Jinx As First Woman to Win Mobo Best Int’l Act

Egypt: First Egyptian Pharaoh’s Tomb Discovered Since King Tut’s

Nigeria: Portable Bows to Pressure, Surrenders to Police

Zimbabwe: Hwange’s Big Charlie, Born Charles Nyoni, Is No More.

Tanzania: Afropop Worldwide in Tanzania – Week One

Nigeria: In Historic Development, Netherlands to Return 119 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

Nigeria: Police Dismiss Portable’s ‘Madman’ Claims, Insist Singer Remains Wanted

Zimbabwe: Oriyano – a Young Man of Many Talents

Nigeria: Netherlands to Return Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

Nigeria: Ned Nwoko Isn’t My Child’s Father, Polygamy Not for Me’ – Chika Ike

Nigeria: ‘I’m Under Spiritual Attack, Nigerians Help Me’ – Portable Speaks From Hiding

Nigeria: Police Declare Nigerian Singer, Portable, Wanted

Nigeria: Burna Boy to Perform At Wireless Festival 2025 Alongside Drake

South Africa: Heavy Rain Wreaks Havoc in Gauteng – South African News Briefs – February 19, 2025

Algeria: French Culture Minister’s ‘Historic’ Visit to Western Sahara Angers Algeria

Nigeria: Police Declare Singer Portable Wanted Over Alleged Assault On Ogun Govt Officials

Nigeria: Chimamanda Adichie Unpacks Her First Novel in 10 Years

Nigeria: Ogun Police Declare Portable Wanted

South Africa: Police Launch Manhunt Following Pretoria Night Club Incident

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