By Naomi Sharang Uzoigwe Miracle and Goodness Adejare have emerged winners of the inaugural Pius Oleghe Poetry and Literary Awards (POPALS), following a rigorous adjudication process. The POPALS organisers disclosed this in a statement signed by Prof. Remi Raji and Nnamdi Okose, Literary Directors of the Pius Oleghe Poetry PrizeContinue Reading
“Baba Oyo’: How tribal marks turned my childhood into a battle – Journalist By Agnes Bature Nicknamed “Baba Oyo” by his classmates at the Nigerian Institute of Journalism, Dr Wale Sadeeq carried more than tribal marks on his face. The scars became a constant reminder of ridicule and exclusion. AmongContinue Reading
After more than a year of shooting, the 8-episode humanistic exploration documentary series Qinling Home, jointly produced by the Film, Television and Documentary Center of China Media Group and Xi’an Broadcasting Station (Group), will be broadcast on CCTV-9 at 19:27 every night from July 13 to 20 and available onContinue Reading
By Joan Odafe The Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) has called for the review and re-enactment of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) Act and the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) Act. According to FTAN, ambiguities in the NIHOTOUR and NTDA acts have fuelled disputesContinue Reading
By Joan Odafe Stakeholders in Nigeria’s film industry say professionalism, ethical business practices and continuous training are key to boosting Nollywood’s global competitiveness, attracting investment and driving sustainable growth. The stakeholders said this at the maiden National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) Masterclass Series on Monday in Lagos.Continue Reading
‘Olodo Uprising’: Students urge more support for excellence Academic By Titilayo Adesina Abuja, July 15, 2026 (NAN) Students of Yakubu Gowon University have urged stakeholders to give more recognition and support to academic excellence. They said the viral “Olodo Uprising” trend on social media highlights the need to celebrate knowledge, innovation,Continue Reading
By Fatimah Muhammed The organisers of the Miss Naija Beauty and Style Pageant have unveiled the 2026 edition with a commitment to promoting Nigerian culture, domestic tourism and leadership. The Founder and Convener of the pageant, Mr Samaila Adoyi, disclosed this on Saturday in Abuja during the unveiling ofContinue Reading
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By Joan Odafe Goge Africa and stakeholders in diplomacy, government, and the creative sector have urged that culture be used as a strategic tool for economic growth, diplomacy, and foreign policy, not just entertainment. The stakeholders made the call at the inauguration of the Goge Africa Cultural Dialogue andContinue Reading
By Kelu Musa The Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) says it is studying the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE)’s institutional framework to strengthen professionalism and reforms. FTAN President, Dr Aliyu Badaki, disclosed this during a visit by tourism stakeholders to the NSE National Headquarters in Abuja. The NewsContinue Reading
