Veteran Actor Mr Ibu Loses Leg to Amputation to Stay Alive

By Modupe Gbadeyanka A new report released by Spotify has revealed that Burna Boy is the most streamed African artist in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) on the platform in 2023, though he is behind Drake, a Canadian rapper, who emerged as the most streamed in the region under review. In the Spotify Wrapped 2023 unveiled on Thursday, it was disclosed that Burna Boy, who has won the coveted Grammy, maintained the position for the second year in a row. Spotify Wrapped 2023 is an annual data-led review of how people listen to music and podcasts on the popular platform. Asake, Davido

By Modupe Gbadeyanka A veteran Nigerian actor, Mr John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has lost one of his legs to amputation, his family has confirmed. Doctors treating the movie star cut off the leg to quicken his recovery after undergoing seven successful surgeries. His family recently appealed for support from Nigerians over the deteriorating health of the superstar. Several persons heeded the call, enabling him to get the required medical care from doctors. In an update on Monday, his family thanked Nigerians for standing by him, disclosing that one of his legs had been amputated by the doctors.

In the vibrant tapestry of African music, gospel holds a special place. Its soulful melodies and uplifting messages resonate deeply with listeners across the continent. American gospel music might have taken the forefront as a preferred source of inspiration for Gospel music lovers but African listeners are increasingly rediscovering and embracing their homegrown gospel sounds. African gospel music is deeply rooted in the cultural overtones and spiritual aspirations that arise from local communities. It incorporates local languages, traditional rhythms, and music styles that create an authentic sound that deeply resonates with African audiences. In recent years, African gospel music has

Since its launch in 2018,  MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF), a dynamic corporate shared value (CSV) initiative, has been at the forefront of imparting the technical skills needed for high-quality film production in Africa. Yearly, the MTF West Africa Academy trains and graduates a new set of African storytellers, via a 12-month fully funded training programme that equips them to project the culture of African communities through their films and moves. Some of these young talents have gone on to produce movies and series, some of which aired on Africa Magic channels. Like in any industry, partnerships are the strategic anchor

By Adedapo Adesanya  YNV Tech Talent, a leading provider of tech, cybersecurity, and digital skilling solutions across the world, has expanded its services in Nigeria to include a more comprehensive package offering end-to-end tech talent solutions. Tek Experts, elev8, and Cytek’s collective services aim to revolutionize and impact the Nigerian IT market by bridging the tech talent and digital skill gaps whilst creating more comprehensive end-to-end IT talent solutions to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes. Tek Experts is part of the YNV Group, a multinational company operating five brands across three sectors: technology, education, and real estate.

By Modupe Gbadeyanka Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Mr Ibe Kachikwu, has vowed to resign in by 2019 if Nigeria continues to bring petrol into the country. He promised to make refineries in the country work by that time to achieve self-sufficiency in the production of fuel needed by residents of Nigeria. However, Mr Kachikwu, during an interview on BBC World Service programme, HardTalk, which was anchored by Mr Stephen Sackur, did not categorically state when in 2019 is the target. “2019 is the target time, I target 2019 and if I don’t achieve it, I will walk (away).

By Dipo Olowookere The Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) sitting in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State has convicted a former Supervisory of Ibesiko local government, Mr Ubong Joshua Etukudo. The ex-councillor was ban for three years from holding public office, both elective and appointive, for failure to submit his Asset Declaration Form within the stipulated period. Delivering his judgment on Tuesday, the Justice Danladi Yakubu Umar led Tribunal said with the prosecution counsel proving his case beyond reasonable doubt, the accused was guilty of the offence charged and therefore handed over the punishment of three years ban. “The defendant haven conceded

By Mpaka Numbere A dusk to dawn curfew has been declared in some parts of the city of Jos by the Governor of Plateau State, Mr Simon Lalong, over reports of disturbances in parts of Jos. The announcement, made through a statement by the spokesperson of the government of Plateau State, Mr Emmanuel Nanle, on Thursday evening, said due to the pockets of violence, “the Governor has directed an immediate imposition of curfew from dusk to dawn (6pm – 6am) within the Greater Jos – Bukuru Metropolis, until further notice.” He said security agencies had been directed to effect strict

By Adedapo Adesanya President Muhammadu Buhari has charged Nigerians to resist attempts by politicians to disrupt the 2023 general elections. The President, in his new year message, also urged the citizens to play their part in ensuring that this year’s polls are free, fair, and credible. “We must also resist every attempt to be used by politicians to create unrest in any form to disrupt the elections. We, as a government, will ensure such activities are met with the full force of the law,” the President said in a statement issued by his media aide, Mr Garba Shehu. “We as

By Modupe Gbadeyanka The management of UACN Property Development Company (UPDC) Plc has concluded plans to have discussions with shareholders of the company on its proposed rights issue. The company is planning to raise about N16 billion from its shareholders through a process called rights issue. During the exercise, the company would be selling a total of 15,961,574,145 ordinary shares at a unit price of N1 and in order to convince shareholders on the importance of the rights issue, the management has called for talks to explain things that may be unclear to them. According to a notice obtained by

By Dipo Olowookere Business Post has confirmed that Cameroonian football legend, Rigobert Song has not passed away as being reported in some sections of the media. Mr Song is said to be responding to treatment at a hospital in Paris, France, where he was taken to from the Yaounde Central Hospital in Cameroon this week. On Saturday, a former sports journalist with the BBC and CNN, Mr Gary Al-Smith, cleared the air concerning the death hoax in a tweet. “Confirmed from multiple sources; Rigobert Song NOT dead. He actually waved his hands this morning and was able to speak,” Mr

By Modupe Gbadeyanka In order to take banking services closer to its customers and enhance financial inclusion among the under-banked and unbanked populace of Nigeria, one of the leading financial institutions in Nigeria, Zenith Bank Plc, has introduced what it calls the Z-Money. The lender said in a statement issued in Lagos this week that it hopes to open more bank accounts to new customers and enable make different financial transactions. This, according to Ze4nith Bank in the statement, would be made possible through its network of agents spread across the urban and rural communities in the country. With the