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The Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi has ordered the final forfeiture of a property in Ikorodu, Lagos State, to the Federal Government. Justice A.O. Owoeye on Tuesday ordered the forfeiture of the u-shaped two-storey building situated on the premises of Goodwill Private Schools, Ikorodu. The judge gave the order, following a motion ex-parte dated…
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Nigerian audio producer Progress Edward, known as Edward Pee, has emerged as one of the standout talents at the prestigious 2024 Society of Voice Arts and Sciences (SOVAS) Awards. Edward was also recognised for Outstanding Narration in TV or Film – Best African Voiceover, along with five other nominations, at the star-studded event held…
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The wife of the Inspector General of Police, Mrs Elizabeth Egbetokun, has applauded Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s empowerment initiatives for police officers, wives and widows in the state. Mrs Egbetokun, who doubles as President of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), gave the accolade when she led wives of top police officers on a courtesy…
18 Jan
The Lagos State Government has shut down Smiley Kids Montessori, Heritage Place Estate, Sangotedo, after a swimming pool accident led to the death of a two-year-old female, Rapheala Ogbodo, on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. The girl’s mother had taken to X to allege that her daughter was electrocuted contrary to the report she got of…
18 Jan
In 2024, Afrobeats witnessed dazzling achievements, from global festival bills and chart-topping hits to niche booms in disc jockeying and hype culture. Yet, looming gaps—from limited talent pipelines to poor touring infrastructure—remind us that the road to world dominance requires both innovation and investment. The year 2024 ushered promising strides for Afrobeats—spiking global exposure, foreign…