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Alcohol causes nearly 4 percent of deaths worldwide, more than AIDS, tuberculosis or violence, the World Health Organisation has warned. Rising incomes have triggered more drinking in heavily populated countries in Africa and Asia, including India and South Africa, and binge drinking is a problem in many developed countries, the United Nations agency said. Yet alcohol control policies are weak…

By Lolade Sowoolu New media is definitely the future. Or how else does one explain the series of on-line premiers on artistes’ self-hosted or label owned websites? Square, Naeto C and D’banj This week has been very eventful with the release of highly anticipated videos from major frontliners in the Nigerian music industry. Hardly had we soaked in Lynxxx’s Alabukun…

Lynxxx, Pepsi’s sole African ambassador Lynxxx came on board with a fresh sound that got many wondering who the ‘clean’ dude was. Not surprisingly, the US-educated-returnee has been understudying Nigerian music for over a decade. With a name that springs from his series of business ventures, Lynxxx speaks with Lolade SOWOOLU on his Pepsi endorsement and reveals that his privileged…

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Governor Murtala Nyako has come under a barrage of accusations from opposition elements in the state in the past week. Allegations range from the purchase of voters’ cards calculated to disenfranchise a sizable voting bloc to his involvement in the relocation of migrant herdsmen during the just concluded voter’s registration exercise to give him an advantage in the election. The…

The forthcoming elections One thing I know is that it is not possible for us as a people to get to our destination immediately. We have been having problem with our electoral system in Nigeria since the first republic. The western region electoral problem of 1965 should still be fresh in the minds of the people. The personality of the…

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?…

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…

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…