By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria has announced the commencement of entries for Season 2 of its reality music competition, Next Afrobeats Star (NAS), expanding opportunities for emerging Nigerian music talents following the success of its inaugural edition. The competition, produced in partnership with Ultima Studios and ONErpm, returns with an enhanced prize package and a…
By Ayomide Otitoju The 2026 Lagos Leather Fair (LLF) has concluded after two days of exhibitions, fashion showcases and industry discussions aimed at promoting Africa’s leather industry and strengthening its global competitiveness. The event brought together artisans, designers, manufacturers, buyers, investors and policymakers, providing a platform to showcase locally made leather products and foster…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on leading Afrobeats stars, including Burna Boy, Davido and Asake, to establish charitable foundations to support vulnerable Nigerians and complement government efforts. Speaking on Saturday at the launch of the National Community Food Bank in Lokoja, Kogi State, Mrs Tinubu said Nigeria has many…
By Ayomide Otitoju A new generation of young musicians has completed the MTN Foundation-MUSON Music Scholarship Programme, with the 19th cohort graduating after successfully finishing the two-year MUSON Diploma Programme. The graduates showcased their musical talent during a graduation concert, marking the culmination of two years of intensive training, discipline and artistic development. The MTN…
By Ayomide Otitoju Two actresses of Nigerian descent, Ayo Edebiri and Joy Sunday, have been nominated for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, further highlighting the growing global recognition of Nigerian talent in the television industry. The nominees for the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards were announced on Wednesday, with Nigerian-American actress Ayo Edebiri receiving a nomination…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria and the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON) will this week celebrate a new set of Nigerian music graduates with a graduation concert and ceremony at the MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos. The event will feature performances by MUSON scholars alongside renowned figures from the Nigerian music industry. The graduation concert marks…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has announced that his sixth studio album, Oriadé, will be released on July 31, 2026, marking 15 years since he rose to prominence in the music industry. The award-winning singer unveiled the project during an exclusive interview with Billboard before confirming the announcement on his social media platforms…
By Ayomide Otitoju Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has attributed the worsening effects of global warming to human greed, selfishness and reckless exploitation of the environment, warning that such practices continue to destabilise the natural balance of the ecosystem. Obasanjo made the remarks in Kano State at an event held in honour of former President of…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Next Afrobeats Star (NAS) competition is set to return for its second season, continuing its mission to discover, nurture and showcase emerging Afrobeats talent across Nigeria. Building on the success of its debut edition, the 13-week competition will feature a nationwide call for entries, followed by physical auditions across key regions…
