By Lolade Sowoolu Last Tuesday’s date will remain indelible in the life of Africa’s pop icon, 2Face Idibia as he rubbed shoulder with America’s popular comical Tv host and actress, Mo’Nique, on her self-titled show. Apart from being part of the interviewees, 2Baba had the opportunity to strut his stuff, performing his famous hit – African Queen live on the…
BY BENJAMIN NJOKU Igwe Gab Okoye popularly called Gabosky is one of the pioneer producers in Nollywood whose experience counts in the industry. Since 1992, when he delved into the business of film making, Gabosky has not looked back until few years ago when he decided to take a break from film making. Gabosky That does not mean the debonair…
By Laja Thomas Sesan Rufai, the Managing Director of Golgmyne Entertainment Limited, Limelite Hotels limited; and Limelite Entertainment Limited has carved a niche for himself in the hospitality and entertainment industry. He speaks on a wide range of issues bordering on his passion, the hospitality industry and leadership What led you into the entertainment industry, having qualified as an Accountant?…
Following the extension of trading period at the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) last December from two and half hours to four and half hours, trading analysis showed that some sectors of the NSE have improved significantly in their performance. The NSE is the second most capitalised market in Africa after Johannesburg Stock Exchange, which is open for five hours, and…
Despite the decision by the National Assembly to cut the budget proposals by government ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) by 50 per cent, the Finance Minister, Segun Aganga, insists the country is buoyant enough to finance government business. Many of the ministries and agencies had their 2011 appropriation sliced in a manner that members of the various committees say was…
While many firms could hardly raise cheap capital to run their businesses last year, the state and federal government had a field day accessing funds from the bond market. Since the stock market crisis which began in 2008, many believed that the bond market would provide a more reliable avenue for firms to raise capital. But that was not to…
The Chairman, Plateau House of Assembly Committee on Information, Emmanuel Jugul, says the inability of the House to sit has nothing to do with the defection of 14 legislators to Labour Party. Mr Jugul said “We were elected by our constituents to work for their interest and that is exactly what we are doing. We do not have the capacity…
Emmanuel Buku, Manager, Nigerian Railway Cooperation (NRC), Bauchi State, says the rail system in the state would soon be restored by the Federal Government. While speaking to journalists in Bauchi on Thursday, Mr Buku said government has taken necessary measures to revive the rail system in order to make transportation easier in the state. Mr Buku said all railway workers…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ekiti State said it registered 750,753 eligible voters during the just concluded voter registration in the state. The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the state, Isyaku Maigoro said that the figure include those from the two local government areas: Ijero and Ekiti East, where the exercise was extended by two days. The REC…
The Player Osayande Paul Ero is an Edo state born RB singer, now going by the moniker Saint Paul, he featured at the first ever Rhythm Unplugged held in Benin last year. The History Saint Paul’s love for music began at age 6; he would render special songs during church programmes and soon became a member of his church choir.…
Anis Halloway Anis Halloway does so brilliantly well hosting the Nigerian Idols that it makes a lot of people forget that he actually came to prominence in Nigeria as a contestant in a singing competition (MTN West African Project Fame season 2) himself and therefore he is an artiste. The Nigeria-based Sierra Leonean born singer actually started doing music in…
By Lolade Sowoolu It is almost a general consensus that singer Darey Art Alade possesses the exclusive preserve of being called Nigeria’s R N B king. Darey Last Sunday in Lagos, his counterparts, friends and media executives gathered to fete and celebrate Darey’s achievements and consistency in the Nigerian music territory. The occasion held at the SS Lounge, Victoria Island,…
MI serenading miss rock n roll In the spirit of Valentine, the next edition of the Glo Rock ‘n’ Rule holding in Owerri, the Imo State capital on Saturday February 19 will be a delightful package for lovers and those thirsty for love. Owerri is hosting the third leg of the ongoing Glo Rock ‘n’ Rule concert which is moving…
12 February 2011 Patrick Vieira is expecting Manchester United to be even more fired up than usual for their derby match against his Manchester City side at Old Trafford on Saturday. Premier League leaders United's shock loss to relegation-threatened Wolves ended their unbeaten run and dreams of an 'invincible' season. It also allowed second-placed Arsenal, who squandered a 4-0 lead…
12 February 2011 Tunisia took a giant step towards the quarterfinals of the 2011 African Nations Championship on Friday when they defeated Rwanda 3-1 in Port Sudan. The Group D result dumps the Rwandans out of the competition and leaves the Carthage Eagles top of the pool on four points, above Senegal on goal-difference, and ahead of Angola (one point)…