A few years ago, I went shopping for my kids at Ikeja. As I was passing under the bridge by Ipodo, I saw traders quickly scooping up their wares and scampering to safety. When I saw pedestrians like me hurrying…
Sean Penn gives one of his Oscars to Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky
Sean Penn has given one of his Oscars to Ukrainian president Volodymr Zelensky as a “symbol of faith” in the country’s victory in the ongoing conflict with Russia. The statue, one of two best actor trophies won by Penn in…
Osun governor-elect, Davido, others bag Afro awards 2022
Osun State Governor-Elect, Sen. Ademola Jackson-Adeleke, David Adedeji Adeleke, popularly known by his stage name Davido and Chief Tajudeen Amoo-Adeleke, Legendary African Drummer are among Africans and Americans to be honoured at the Afro Award in Los Angeles, California. This…
The Walking Dead star Norman Reedus gets a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame
Star of The Walking Dead Norman Reedus has been honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He paid tribute to his wife, German actress Diane Kruger and his “beautiful family” as he was honoured on the iconic…
Barbie unveils new Dr Jane Goodall doll in honour of the conservationist
Barbie has unveiled a new Dr Jane Goodall doll in honour of the British conservationist. The doll of Dr Goodall, who is widely considered the world’s foremost expert on chimpanzees, pays tribute to the conservationist and her work. As the…
Sefi Atta’s ‘Death Road’ to premiere at 12th Jos Festival of Theatre
The 12th Jos Festival of Theatre organised by Jos Repertory Theatre (JRT) with US Mission Nigeria support will not only serve as avenue for the world premiere of Sefi Atta’s Death Road, but also feature several local and international plays.…
Don’t politicise religion in Nigeria – President Muhammadu Buhari
-Says Muslims and Christians can flourish together In 1844, the Revd Samuel Ajayi Crowther returned home to Yoruba land (now part of modern-day Nigeria). Twenty years earlier, he had been kidnapped and sold to European slave traders who were bound…
“I am a man of honour” – Kabiru Tanimu Turaki
Frontline PDP Presidential Aspirant, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN has said that he had always been a man of honour, integrity and credibility, stressing that it is impossible to change that character trait which Nigerians from different parts of the country…