“They Cloned Tyrone” on Netflix spotlights John Boyega’s Fontaine as he rescues his retrofuturistic neighborhood, the Glen, from oppressive forces. With the help of Slick (played by Jamie Foxx), Fontaine leads a mission to stop sinister experiments and consumerism-driven control. While it seems like a self-contained story, the film hints…
Author: Ibidapo Martins
From “King of Thieves” to “Elesin Oba” and “Anikulapo,” Nollywood filmmaking has entered a new era where storytellers are embracing the power of telling our own stories. These epic tales not only showcase our rich history but also celebrate our diverse culture. “Jagun Jagun” (The Warrior), the latest installment in…
Introducing DEXTERITY 2.0: Celebrating Nigeria’s Creativity and Entrepreneurship in Style Join us for an exciting event, DEXTERITY 2.0, dedicated to showcasing the incredible Made in Nigeria brand, championing entrepreneurship, and celebrating fashion in a truly captivating and enjoyable manner. About the Event: DEXTERITY 2.0 is not just a show; it’s…
Tobi Amusan, the former World 100m hurdles champion, and Ezekiel Nathaniel, a 400m hurdler, have officially earned their spots at the 2024 Olympic Games set to be held in Paris, France. In December of the previous year, World Athletics unveiled the qualification criteria for the Paris 2024 athletics events, which…
G37, a political support group, has extended its congratulations to President Ahmed Bola Tinubu following a landmark verdict by the Presidential Election Petitions Court in Nigeria. They view this judgment as a significant moment in the nation’s history and as proof that President Tinubu’s election victory was untainted by alleged…
Mr. Jonny Baxter, the British Deputy High Commissioner in Lagos, attended the inaugural Enugu State Diaspora and Investment Roundtable hosted by Governor Peter Mbah to support economic growth, job creation, and strengthen trade and investment ties. This stakeholder roundtable facilitated high-level discussions aimed at advancing viable investments, enhancing trade, and…
In anticipation of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers scheduled between Nigeria and Sao Tome and Principe at the 30,000-seat Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, also known as the Nest of Champions, in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State, key Super Eagles players have arrived at the training…
Three young and passionate tech innovators in Ekiti state, Nigeria, have been rewarded with a £6,000 cash prize and access to a global network, all thanks to their creativity and innovation. This recognition comes from their participation in a pitch competition organized by Innovate UK Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN) in…
Nigerian forward Taiwo Awoniyi, who plays for Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, has earned a nomination for the Premier League Player of the Month award for August. This exciting news was announced on the official Premier League website last Thursday. Awoniyi finds himself in esteemed company, as he is…
Beyoncé celebrated her 42nd birthday in style on September 4th with a dazzling event in Inglewood, and it proved to be a star-studded soirée. Her famous friends from the entertainment world gathered, all adorned in gleaming chrome attire, to extend their birthday wishes to the iconic superstar. Notable figures like…
Nigerian singer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, recently shared his dream music collaboration during an interview with Billboard News. The ‘Sungba’ artist expressed his desire to work with the billionaire American rapper, Kanye West. Asake emphasized the importance of having a personal connection with the artists he collaborates with.…
Renowned black supermodel Naomi Campbell has revealed her latest venture into the fashion industry, stepping away from the illustrious catwalk to embrace a new role as a designer. Joining her in this exciting journey are young Nigerian luxury designer Victor Adewale, the creative director at VicNate, and Jamaican talent Edvin…