Category: Entertainment

Wema Bank Brings Christmas Fun To Theatre Lovers With Duke of Shomolu’s Performances

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Wema Bank, Nigeria’s most innovative bank, has thrown its weight behind the Duke of Shomolu (DOS) Production, one of the fastest-growing theatre franchises in Nigeria, in its four-stage plays slated for December 2022. According to Morolake Philip-Ladipo, the bank’s Acting Head of Marketing Communications and Investor Relations, “more than giving theatre lovers a special experience for the yuletide, the sponsorship shows the bank’s demonstration commitment towards the growth and development of arts and culture in the country.” Morolake also disclosed that Wema Bank has been supporting theatre performances in the…

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Henry Cavill exits Superman role

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39-year-old British actor, Henry Cavill, has announced that he will no longer be acting the role of Superman in the DC Studios’ series. He shared the “sad” news via his Instagram page on Wednesday, stating that the decision was reached after a meeting with the studio’s new bosses, James Gunn and Peter Safran. The new development comes two months after Henry announced his return to the franchise, as he was instructed by the studio. “I have just had a meeting with James Gunn and Peter Safran and it’s sad news,…

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D’Banj released from detention, ICPC says probe ongoing

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Oladapo Oyebanjo, aka D’banj, who was recently arrested by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, has been released, but investigations are still ongoing. Recall that the self-acclaimed ‘koko master’ was detained by the commission on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, after he had been questioned over his involvement in the alleged diversion of funds meant for the Federal Government’s economic empowerment programme, N-Power. On his part, Pelumi Olajengbesi, the lawyer to popular singer, Oladapo Oyebanjo, aka D’banj, said his client was released unconditionally by the commission. However, the…

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Celine Dion suffering from rare neurological disorder, cancels shows

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A “very rare neurological disorder” affecting the singing of Canadian singer, Celine Dion, has led to the cancellation and postponement of series of her European shows on Thursday. In a five-minute video posted on Instagram in French and English, a clearly emotional Dion said she had been suffering from health problems “for a long time”. “Recently I have been diagnosed with a very rare neurological disorder called ‘stiff person syndrome’ which affects something like one in a million people,” the Canadian diva said. It has been causing spasms that “affect…

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FIRSTBANK DECEMBERISSAVYBE: IF YOUR DECEMBER IS NOT VYBING, YOU AREN’T IN DECEMBER

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In Nigeria, the first day of December ushers in the advent of the festive season which runs through the month progressively till early January when businesses and official duties resume fully again. December, in the world’s most populous black nation, is characterised, with fascinating scenery, by shops, streets, offices and homes getting decorated with twinkling lights and dazzling ornaments. The month also welcomes religious festivities of Christmas, the biggest celebration for christians globally which takes place just a week before the New Year rolls in amidst celebration unmatched by any…

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Nigerian singer, D’banj arrested by ICPC

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Nigerian songwriter, singer and television personality, Oladapo Oyebanji, popularly known as D’banj, has been arrested by the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission, (ICPC). The musician was arrested and detained Tuesday after ICPC operatives closed in on him, forcing him to surrender himself at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, sources familiar with the matter said. D’banj, insiders said, had dodged summons for weeks, claiming to be overseas for scheduled concerts each time he was invited to appear for interrogation over fraud allegation. The pop star, a…

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Divorce: Kanye to pay Kim $200k monthly for child-support

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  Nearly two years after their split, the divorce proceedings between former Hollywood couple, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West is gradually nearing a final close. On Thursday, the reality TV star and rapper both reached a settlement. Their terms of settlement include joint legal and physical custody of their shared children, North West, 9, Saint, 7, Chicago, 4, and Psalm, 3. Both parents will contribute 50% each in covering their children’s medical, security and educational expenses. The rapper’s share in monthly child support amounts to $200,000 which will be paid…

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Popular gospel singer, Sammie Okposo is dead

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Popular gospel artist and music producer, Sammie Okposo is dead. He was said to have died on Friday morning. He was aged 51. Although, unverified sources stated on social media that the singer slumped before he was pronounced dead, but no official statement has been issued by his family. The “Wellu Wellu” crooner was the CEO of Zamar Entertainment. He was one of the leading soundtrack producers in Nollywood, a career he started in 1992. The Niger Delta-born music star who released his first album Unconditional Love(with the hit song…

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Kizz Daniel performs “Cough” (ODO) at the Qatar 2022 World Cup fan festival

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Nigerian music sensation Kizz Daniel gave an outstanding performance. With his current hit song “Cough” (Odo) during the FIFA Fan Festival at the Qatar 2022 World Cup, the singer dazzled an audience of more than 50,000 on Wednesday night. The “Buga” crooner performed live with a live band, and some of the best dancers supported him. The audience was heard screaming and calling for the artist to perform more, as they simply could not get enough of him. Kizz Daniel had written in a tweet a few hours before his performance that…

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Cubana Chief Priest gives out N1m in celebration of David’s 30th birthday

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Cubana Chief Priest, a friend to the famous music sensation, Davido, is giving away one million naira to his followers in honour of his friend, Davido. As Davido turned 30 today, his employees, friends, and supporters sent him birthday wishes, including Isreal DMW, Obi Cabana, Eniola Badmus, Iyabo Ojo, and Cubana Chief Priest. “Happy Birthday bestie mi, on this 30th floor you shall know no sorrow, all you shall feel is peace, love, joy, and success,” the Cubana Chief Priest had earlier said in his birthday greeting. He added, “God…

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