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The Kenyan government is initiating a specialized audit targeting tea factory employees as part of a broader reform effort for the industry. Agriculture Principal Secretary Paul Ronoh stated the audit would focus on workers receiving payments without owning tea farms, or those whose earnings...

Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga is taking a brief three-day rest period in Dubai following a demanding schedule. His sister, Ruth Odinga, announced the trip, describing it as necessary after a difficult and busy time. Oburu Odinga recently managed funeral arrangements for his brother, the former...

A prominent disc jockey known as DJ Brightstar is organizing a Christmas youth football tournament in Akwa Ibom. This event continues his community development efforts, following similar competitions he held in Ikot Eyen Imoh and Ikot Ubo Akama during the Easter period. He stated that the...

Port Harcourt is preparing for a major evangelistic and humanitarian event organized by Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo and his Christ Compassion to the Rural World initiative. The gathering, themed "Port Harcourt, This Is Selfless Love," will be held at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium. The outreach...

Artist and pastor Banky W, whose real name is Olubankole Wellington, has addressed critiques of religious wealth doctrines. He cautioned the public against broad condemnations of all churches due to the misconduct of some. He acknowledged that certain circles have indeed exploited these...

Actress Morenike Alausa Sulaimon, known as Mama Ereko, recently praised Fuji musician Wasiu Alabi Pasuma for his exceptional dedication to her film project. She revealed that Pasuma, who was in Germany at the time, secretly returned to Nigeria specifically to shoot his twenty-two scenes. To keep...

According to music promoter Biliamin Olabanji, known as Billy Que, a group of UK-based promoters were instrumental in popularizing Afrobeats in Britain. He explained that they achieved this by organizing concerts for Nigerian artists, which introduced the sound to new audiences. Billy Que noted...

Gospel artist Testimony Jaga is calling for Lagos State to address a humanitarian crisis following demolitions by its building control agency along AIT Road. He reported that the operation, which removed homes and shops under power lines, has left numerous families, including elderly and widows...

The Director General of the National Council for Arts and Culture, Obi Asika, has advised aspiring musicians to cultivate originality rather than imitate established stars. Speaking at a recent industry webinar, he stated that the path to a sustainable career requires a unique artistic identity...

Filmmaker Femi Odugbemi has declared Nigerian cinema a global cultural superpower, citing its profound international reach. He stated that the industry should now build upon this achievement to foster stronger collaborations and ensure its commercial viability. Odugbemi proposed that the...

Actor Yemi Remi has accused his late brother, veteran actor Chief Kanran, of fabricating personal tragedies to solicit funds. In a recent interview, Remi stated that Kanran falsely reported his wife's death and the destruction of his home by fire. Remi clarified that a minor fire only damaged...

Filmmaker Stephanie Linus has ignited debate by asserting that some creators distance themselves from the Nigerian film industry while using its name for promotion. She specifically cited the film My Father's Shadow by Akinola Jr. and Wale Davies as an example. Linus contended that the project...

An entertainment executive, Otunba Olumide Enilolobo, has warned that Afrobeats faces systemic exploitation from major Western record labels. He stated that Africa risks losing economic ownership of the genre despite its massive global growth in music streams. He identified unfair artist...

Filmmaker Bolanle Austen-Peters has disclosed that her 2021 feature, Collision Course, required a budget of at least 90 million naira. She revealed this financial detail as a keynote speaker at a recent digital content conference. The film, a drama following the intersecting stories of a police...

A veteran filmmaker and current president of the Directors Guild of Nigeria has outlined his vision for the organization, emphasizing training and structural reforms. He stated that establishing the DGN Academy is a primary objective to institutionalize professional development for both...

The Association of Mine Managers of Zimbabwe is engaging with authorities and regulators to streamline mining sector processes. President Abel Makura stated that these dialogues aim to address operational challenges while promoting innovation and sustainability. He emphasized that safety...

Zimplats’ Mupani Mine received a top safety award from the Association of Mine Managers of Zimbabwe for its technological advancements. The mine was recognized for deploying autonomous dump trucks underground, an innovation that established a global benchmark for room and pillar operations...

The Employers Confederation of Zimbabwe is advocating for a modernization of collective bargaining to align with the digital age. Executive Director Nester Mukwehwa, representing President Demos Mbauya, stated that National Employment Councils must adopt digital tools for greater efficiency and...

An economist has warned that Zimbabwe's current economic stability remains fragile due to significant structural weaknesses. Carren Pindiriri, speaking at an insurance conference in Victoria Falls, stated that while the economy shows improved performance with 6% growth projected for 2025...

The Margi community in Adamawa State has introduced a new national attire to foster greater unity. Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, who is from Madagali Local Government Area, received special recognition during the unveiling ceremony at Ribadu Square in Yola. Governor Fintiri expressed his profound...