By Ayomide Otitoju SXSW London has revealed the first lineup for its 2026 edition, set to transform East London into a global hub for music and culture. The festival will run from June 1 to 6 across multiple venues in Shoreditch, showcasing both UK talent and international acts. Headlining the initial roster are Afrobeats star…
By Ayomide Otitoju Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called for sustained support for Nigeria’s entertainment and creative industries, emphasising that creativity is a continuous process that cannot be exhausted. The governor made the remarks while speaking at the launch of the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation by Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage in Lagos. Sanwo-Olu…
By Ayomide Otitoju Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has launched the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, an initiative aimed at discovering and training emerging African music talents while expanding access to world-class education in the creative industry. The foundation was unveiled on March 9, 2026, at a high-profile event held at The Delborough in Lagos, attracting prominent…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigerian gospel singer Taiwo Adegbodu of the popular Adegbodu Twins has died. His death was confirmed on Sunday via the duo’s official Facebook fan page, managed by their team. The post expressed grief over his passing, describing the loss as painful and difficult to bear. Fellow gospel artiste Esther Igbekele also confirmed…
By Ayomide Otitoju Punchline Lagos, a premium live comedy experience, is set to take place at the British Council in Lagos on March 29, 2026, in what organisers describe as a landmark event aimed at redefining the city’s entertainment landscape. The curated platform will feature a mix of established comedians, emerging talents, and cultural tastemakers,…
Renowned Nigerian gospel singers Nathaniel Bassey and Frank Edwards, alongside the President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Wale Oke, have paid tributes following the death of celebrated American worship leader, Dr. Ron Kenoly. Kenoly’s death was confirmed on Tuesday by his longtime music director, Bruno Miranda, in a statement posted on the…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigerian fashion designer Ruth Erikan James, popularly known as Veekee James, has announced that she and her husband, Femi Atere, are expecting their first child together. The celebrated designer shared the news on Instagram, posting a short video of the couple at a brown-pastel themed venue, dressed in coordinated tan outfits. The…
By Ayomide Otitoju Celebrated American Christian worship leader, singer, and songwriter Ron Kenoly has died at the age of 81. His longtime music director, Bruno Miranda, confirmed the news in a statement on Kenoly’s official Instagram page, revealing that he passed away on February 3, 2026. The cause of death was not disclosed. Miranda, who…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigerian-American singer Collins Obinna Chibueze, professionally known as Shaboozey, won his first Grammy Award at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena. Shaboozey took home the Best Country Duo/Group Performance award for Amen, his gospel-inspired country collaboration with Jelly Roll. The track, featured on…