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Month: March 2025

Unforgettable motherhood portrayals in Nollywood

Motherhood is a universal experience that Nollywood has captured in all its beauty, complexity, and depth.  We’ve self-sacrificing single mothers to fierce matriarchs navigating power and survival. These unforgettable portrayals of motherhood leave lasting impressions.  This Mother’s Day, we celebrate these powerful on-screen mothers, women who have made us laugh, cry, and appreciate the irreplaceable…

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Senator Natasha petitions IGP over alleged forged signatures in recall process

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, and the Kogi State Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, over alleged forgery of signatures in the recall petition against her. The petition, submitted on Friday, challenges the authenticity of the over 250,000 signatures presented to the Independent National Electoral Commission…

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Dangote, Otedola, Adenuga, Rabiu retain spots in Forbes’ 2025 African billionaires list

Business moguls Aliko Dangote, Mike Adenuga, Femi Otedola, and Abdul Samad Isyaku Rabiu have been named in Forbes’ 2025 list of African billionaires. The quartet are the only Nigerians featured on the exclusive rich men list published on Saturday, March 29, 2025. According to Forbes, Africa’s 22 billionaires experienced a rise in fortunes from $82.4…

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Recall process is more expensive than conducting a fresh election – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says a recall election is more expensive than a constituency election. Special Adviser to INEC Chairman, Mohammed Kunna, made this statement during an online discussion on “INEC Regulation and Guidelines for Recall 2024.” The discussion also covered BVAS and IREV: Facts and Myths. The event was held on Saturday…

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I nearly quit 2023 presidential race, the odds were against me – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu said he nearly quit the 2023 presidential race. The President said this at a special Iftar held in his honour at the Presidential Villa on Saturday night. President Tinubu thanked guests for their presence, prayers, and contributions to the nation’s development, and appreciated Nigerians for their outpouring of goodwill and prayers as…

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide: Here’s How to Impress Mum This Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is here (30 March, to be exact), and let’s be honest, do you want to just get her another mug that says “Best Mum Ever” and call it a day? Or put in a little more effort this year? Whether she’s into spa days, foodie treats, or stylish accessories, we’ve rounded up the…

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7 Small Chops Vendors in Lagos That Don’t Miss

Small chop platters are special in my heart because they contain all my favourite bite-sized snacks.  They are also a staple at events and gatherings because they are affordable, cater to different cravings, and taste amazing.  Whether you want to satisfy your craving or host an intimate occasion or an elaborate event, I’ve rounded up…

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Is Nivea or Vaseline the Better Moisturiser for You?

With the rising popularity of Korean skincare brands and routines, two brands remain household names for their superb skin moisturising and hydrating effects: Nivea and Vaseline. But which brand provides superior skin hydration? In this review, I will compare both brands based on their texture and absorption, fragrances, sensitivity, longevity, and ingredients to help you…

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May your vision for Nigeria be blessed with success – Tonto Dikeh prays for Tinubu

Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh celebrated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 73rd birthday with prayers on social media. President Tinubu, who turned 73 on Saturday, March 29, had earlier called on Nigerians to offer collective prayers for the country, describing prayer as a powerful tool for guiding the nation towards progress and harmony. Tonto Dikeh apparently took…

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Abiola Odutayo, suspect in death of Bumpa co-founder Teejay Opayele arraigned

Abiola Adams-Odutayo, the suspect in connection with the death of the co-founder of Bumpa, Adetunji Opayele, popularly known as Teejay, has been arraigned by the Police. The Lagos State Police Command confirmed the development in a statement by its Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, on X on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Hundeyin said Odutayo was…

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