Kidnapping: FCTA begins profiling worst-hit communities

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has begun profiling areas worst hit by kidnappers in the territory. The Director, Development Control, FCTA, Mr Mukhtar Galadima, who led the exercise in Abuja on Tuesday, said that the exercise was to ascertain…

Nigerian army warns candidates of 86RRI against manipulation, fraud 

The Nigerian Army has warned candidates of the ongoing 86 Regular Recruits Intake to desist from manipulation and fraudulent acts that could compromise the process. The warning is contained in a statement by the Director, Army Public Relations, Maj.-Gen. Onyema…

Just in: Officer accidentally shot Nollywood actor, Azeez Ijaduade — Police

Contrary to a report that the Nollywood actor and director, Azeez Ijaduade, was shot in Iperu Remo, Ogun State, the state police command said the victim was hit by a shot that was mistakenly discharged by a police officer on…

Michael B. Jordan admits directing and starring in Creed III was a challenge

Michael B. Jordan has admitted that directing and starring in Creed III was “tough”. Creed III, which hits cinemas in March 2023, marks Michael’s directorial debut, and as well as helming the movie and co-producing it, Michael also stars as…

Fred Amata is face of Vanskere Possible Conversations campaign

Vanskere has launched a new campaign titled Possible Conversations featuring Veteran Actor, Fred Amata. Established in 2004 to manufacture stylish and good quality clothes using the finest quality fabrics to make exciting, beautiful designs and excellent clothes, Vanskere is a…

Banky W joins race for House of Representatives

Olubankole Wellington, the Nigerian musician, actor, writer, and director known for his advocacy and passion for voter education, has announced his intention to run for office. He made the declaration on Saturday, November 10, 2018, during the debut convention of…

Self-styled company director bolts with bank’s N6.6m (Punch)

A Badagry Chief Magistrates’ Court in Lagos State on Wednesday granted reprieve to 43-year-old, Odutayo Odufote, charged with N6.66 million theft. The accused, who is being tried on charges of stealing and obtaining money under false pretences, was released on…

Indonesia dismisses Lion Air director, technicians after plane crash (Punch)

Indonesia’s transport minister removed on Wednesday the technical director of the Lion Air airline and several of its technicians after the crash of one of its jets with 189 people on board, the Antara news agency reported on Wednesday. “Today we dismiss…

Directors to watch out for at LightsCameraAfrica2018

What is a movie without a director or auteur as the French like to say? Well, that would be akin to a football team without a coach, an orchestra without a conductor, a …well you get the picture. This year…

Another person lost in Lagos

Ororo pata 20km has a name that when uttered has you listening hard. But he insists that is his name.  The writer, producer and director though from Edo State, was born and bred in Lagos. He has also been working…

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