Miss Jamaica contestant Gabrielle Henry fell from the stage during the evening gown segment of the Miss Universe preliminary competition in Bangkok. The incident occurred as she walked along the dimly lit runway in an orange gown, causing audience members to rise in concern.
Henry was transported by stretcher to Paolo Rangsit Hospital for medical evaluation. The Miss Universe Jamaica organization confirmed her injuries were not life-threatening, while pageant owner Raul Rocha reported she sustained no broken bones but would remain under observation.
An ophthalmologist and founder of the See Me Foundation, Henry was scheduled to continue competing in the pageant. The preliminary event featured contestants from across the globe...
President William Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki have collectively donated ten million shillings to support the children of the late gospel singer Betty Bayo. Deputy President Kindiki announced the contribution at the singer's funeral in Kiambu, specifying that five million shillings came from himself, and an equal amount was sent by President Ruto for the children's education.
The donation follows a separate contribution of one million shillings from former President Uhuru Kenyatta for funeral arrangements. He eulogized Betty Bayo as an extraordinary gospel minister whose music provided hope and inspiration. The singer, best known for her hit song "11th Hour," passed away earlier this month. She was widely recognized for...
The Nollywood action-drama Son of Iron premiered to a celebrity audience at the VIVA Cinema in Ikeja. The film tells the story of a gifted Lagos teenager, Kunle Ogundele, who possesses a talent for repairing electronics but faces pressure from his father to pursue a legal career instead. This conflict explores themes of familial expectation, personal identity, and the courage to follow one's own path.
Directed by Tunde Olaoye, the production features an extensive cast including Sola Sobowale, Jide Kosoko, Mr Macaroni, and Tina Mba. The narrative also delves into the significant relationship between the main character and his grandfather, highlighting the importance of understanding ancestral heritage.
Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji has been honored as the Muslim Celebrity of the Year by Muslim News Nigeria. The publication's publisher, Alhaji Rasheed Abubakar, stated that Adedimeji was selected for his professional achievements and his consistent representation of Islamic values in public life.
The actor, known for his roles in films such as Ayinla, Jagun Jagun, and Lisabi, maintains a strong Islamic identity on his popular social media platforms. He frequently shares religious reminders, quotes from scripture, and encourages acts of worship. His off-screen conduct includes active participation in charitable causes and youth-oriented Islamic events.
Abubakar expressed that the award recognizes Adedimeji's admirable lifestyle and...
Entrepreneurs Kike Tewe and Kehinde Otitoju have launched Route25.55, a new fashion platform designed to promote high-end African designers internationally, starting in Dubai. The founders described their venture as an experiential concept space intended to offer a full sensory immersion into African culture, moving beyond traditional retail.
They identified significant obstacles for African designers, including prohibitively high shipping costs and minimal representation in major UAE luxury stores. The launch coincides with growing global interest in African fashion, highlighted by recent appearances of international celebrities at events like Lagos Fashion Week. The founders expressed a desire to discuss their initiative further...
Entertainer D’banj has launched a national initiative called Nigerian Youth Positively Driven, or NYPD, encouraging citizens to spotlight commendable actions and community impact. The program, introduced at a United Nations event in Abuja, features a portal where participants can upload examples of positive deeds.
The initiative offers weekly financial grants, awarding one million naira to featured individuals and two hundred and fifty thousand naira to the persons who submit their stories. Selected entries will receive further promotion and development through a partnership with the Creative Alliance for Peace.
D’banj described the movement as an effort to shift focus toward the constructive stories shaping the nation's future. He...
Afrobeats artist Tiwa Savage has stated that exploitation is widespread within Nigeria's music industry. Speaking at an entertainment forum, she recounted personal experiences where she was pressured to provide sexual favors to secure professional engagements.
Savage revealed that she lost a significant endorsement deal after refusing a co-owner's invitation for a holiday in Dubai. She also described being told that meeting a certain chairman in private was a mandatory condition for performance bookings. These incidents led her to conclude that some industry figures valued her physical appearance over her artistic talent, a perception she found deeply damaging despite her branding involving glamorous imagery.
Renowned US rapper Nicki Minaj has urged her followers to show greater understanding and support for Nigerian artists facing recent public criticism. She asked for wisdom and compassion when assessing their statements and actions, suggesting that logical explanations often exist for such behavior.
Minaj made this appeal on her social media platform, emphasizing that this principle of supportive comprehension should apply to artists from every nation. Her call for solidarity follows several Nigerian musicians being criticized for remarks about national security and their personal conduct. This public defense comes after Minaj recently received praise from Nigerians for speaking out against religion-based violence at a United Nations event.
Music producer Don Jazzy has publicly praised his Bammby dating app co-founder, Opata Efungwu, also known as Potrix, on his birthday, recognizing him as a vital contributor to the platform's success. In an Instagram post, the Mavin Records leader asked his followers to extend their prayers and birthday wishes to his business partner.
The tribute coincides with a significant achievement for the application, which has surpassed 300,000 users shortly after its launch. Don Jazzy has previously expressed strong confidence in Bammby, humorously noting its rapid adoption. The platform distinguishes itself through strict security protocols and an anti-catfishing system designed to foster authentic connections.
Insiders describe Potrix as the...
