Written by By Benjamin Njoku “Infant at Heart,” a powerful film produced by Vera Kanu and directed by Aguiyi Ikeobi Ndubuisi, will make its London premiere on October 18, 2025. This emotional journey, featuring an ensemble cast of Nollywood’s finest, including: Oby Olebara Uzoukwu, Monalisa Chinda, Nkem Owoh, Williams U Hempa, Emeka Enyiocha, Mike Durueke, Emeka Darlington … Continue reading “Vera Kanu’s ‘Infant at Heart’ premieres in London”
By Benjamin Njoku Nollywood actor and producer Emelu Simon Chibuzor has recounted his harrowing experience of being kidnapped in 2021, while filming “Forbidden Throne’ in Imo State. He was held captive for four days before being released after a ransom was paid. Chibuzor was kidnapped on June 19, 2021, at gunpoint. He was blindfolded and … Continue reading “Actor Simon Chibuzor reveals lingering trauma after kidnaping experience”
By Godwin Oritse In a period when Nigeria is struggling to reboot its fragile economy, traders are losing hundreds of millions of naira to government clampdowns, raising concerns about the best approach to balancing compliance with economic recovery. At a time when Nigeria is striving to revive its fragile economy, government clampdowns are costing traders … Continue reading “Traders count losses as Lagos Govt shuts Ojota chemical market over safety compliance”
By Benjamin Njoku Nollywood actress Joan Johnson reflects on her journey in the movie industry, noting significant improvements in her relationships with colleagues. Though she admits that she has learnt to set boundaries, communicate better, and choose collaborations more wisely, focusing on mutual respect and shared goals. This is a fallout of her last year’s … Continue reading “I have learnt to set boundaries in Nollywood – Joan Johnson”
By John Alechenu Commissioners of Power and Energy across the 36 states of the federation, under the aegis of the Forum of Commissioners for Power and Energy (FOCPEN), have dismissed claims that they are backpedalling from their commitment to ensure a decentralised and reliable power supply nationwide. The forum said no state has retreated from … Continue reading “State governments deny backtracking on electricity market decentralisation”
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has reaffirmed the state’s leadership role in disaster preparedness and response, declaring that the true strength of Nigeria lies in its shared readiness and unity of the people when confronting emergencies and national challenges. Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by his Deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, yesterday, at the first-ever National … Continue reading “Emergencies: Sanwo-Olu seeks regional support for enhanced performance”
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Kaduna—The Kaduna State Police Command says it has recorded major breakthroughs in its renewed onslaught against crime, arresting a suspected bandits’ drug supplier, an illegal arms bearer, and three alleged child traffickers, while also recovering rustled livestock and dangerous drugs worth millions of naira. According to the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP … Continue reading “Kaduna Police bust drug, child trafficking, arms rings”
By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY—The Edo State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Agun Gbenga, on Thursday reportedly slumped and died shortly after delivering a speech. The incident occurred at the Bishop Kelly Pastoral Centre, off Airport Road, Benin City, during an event organized by the International Association of World Peace … Continue reading “Edo NSCDC commandant slumps, dies at public function”
By Innocent Anaba A high-stakes shareholder-rights battle has erupted over the 2023 acquisition of Pan African Towers, PAT, with former Chief Executive Officer, Azeez Amida dragging private equity giants, Development Partners International, DPI, Verod Capital, and their limited partners before a Federal High Court in Lagos. At the heart of the dispute, marked as Suit … Continue reading “Court hears suit against DPI, Verod in Pan African Towers buy-out dispute”
By Marie-Therese Nanlong The Plateau State Police Command has recorded major breakthroughs in its crackdown on kidnapping, arresting 10 suspects, rescuing victims, and recovering weapons in a series of coordinated operations across the state. Commissioner of Police, Emmanuel Adesina, disclosed this during a press briefing at the Command Headquarters in Jos on Thursday. He said … Continue reading “Police smash kidnap gangs, arrest 10 suspects in Jos, Bassa”