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Rising showbiz stars to watch in 2026

A new class of Nigerian (and diaspora) talents in music and film are poised to shape the entertainment landscape in 2026, alongside a few iconic names entering powerful new phases of their careers.​They are already pulling strong numbers on streaming platforms, landing major roles and redefining sound and storytelling for a new generation.​ Breakout music acts Fola (Folarin Odunlami): One of 2025’s breakout stars whose album Catharsis entered Spotify’s top Nigerian albums with tens of millions of streams, helped by singles like “You” and “Lost” featuring Kizz Daniel.​ Zaylevelten (Chisom Lucky Okoro): Rap/alt Afro fusion artist who blends street energy, trap and experimental sound, with added edge as producer “Tenski,” shaping his music from beat to final mix.​ Fido (Josiah Olayemi Awosika): Emerged in 2025 among the new wave setting Nigeria’s “sonic agenda,” placing songs on major year end lists and tipped […]

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Troops kill over 23 bandits in Kano–Katsina joint operation

Troops under Operation Fansan Yamma have neutralised more than 23 bandits in a coordinated onslaught spanning Kano and Katsina states at the start of the new year.​The operation followed attempted attacks on communities in Shanono and Tsanyawa Local Government Areas of Kano, where Joint Task Force troops repelled the assailants and pursued them as they fled toward Katsina.​ According to a statement from 3 Brigade, Nigerian Army, the fleeing bandits regrouped around Karaduwa and Dan Marke areas of Matazu LGA in Katsina, where they were tracked by air assets and later hit with precision airstrikes that inflicted heavy casualties and destroyed weapons and equipment.​Security sources say earlier phases of the wider joint operation had already accounted for scores of bandits and the recovery of dozens of rustled cattle in border communities between the two states.​ The Army said security in […]

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25 dead, 14 missing in Yobe boat mishap

No fewer than 25 persons have died, while 14 others are still missing, after a boat capsized along the Yobe River in Garbi town, Nguru Local Government Area of Yobe State.​Authorities say the wooden canoe was carrying more than 50 passengers when it overturned on Saturday night, leaving only a handful of survivors pulled from the water by local divers and emergency responders.​ According to preliminary reports, the passengers were returning from Adiyani town in neighbouring Jigawa State, where many had been engaged in fishing, farming and petty trading, when the incident occurred mid journey.​As of the latest updates, 25 bodies have been recovered and about 13 people rescued alive, while search and rescue operations continue for the 14 still unaccounted for.​ The Yobe State Emergency Management Agency confirmed the tragedy and said teams from Nguru and surrounding areas are […]

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US lifts Caribbean airspace curbs after Venezuela strike

The United States has lifted temporary airspace restrictions over parts of the Caribbean that were imposed during the military operation in Venezuela which led to the capture of President Nicolás Maduro.​Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said on X that the curbs would expire at midnight Eastern Time, allowing airlines to start resuming normal schedules once flight plans are updated.​ The Federal Aviation Administration had earlier ordered U.S. commercial carriers to avoid Caribbean airspace near Venezuela, citing a potentially hazardous situation linked to ongoing military activity.​The move forced airlines to cancel or reroute hundreds of flights across the region, disrupting travel to and from destinations such as Puerto Rico, Aruba and other popular Caribbean hubs.​ Major U.S. airlines, including American, Delta, United, Southwest, JetBlue and Frontier, issued waivers allowing affected passengers to rebook without fees or fare differences on later dates.​Carriers have […]

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China urges US to immediately free captured Venezuelan president Maduro

China has called on the United States to immediately release Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife after U.S. forces seized and flew them out of Venezuela in a large scale operation announced by President Donald Trump.​A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Beijing is gravely concerned and described the move as a clear violation of international law, basic norms of international relations and the principles of the UN Charter.​ Beijing urged Washington to ensure Maduro and his wife’s personal safety, release them at once, stop trying to topple the Venezuelan government and return to resolving differences through dialogue and negotiation.​China said the U.S. strikes and capture of a sitting president amount to “hegemonic behaviour” that undermines Venezuela’s sovereignty and threatens peace and security in Latin America and the Caribbean.​ Chinese state media and officials warned that when “the law of […]

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INEC disowns fake 2027 election timetable

The Independent National Electoral Commission has dismissed a purported timetable for the 2027 general election circulating online, describing it as fake and misleading.​In a statement, INEC said it has not released any timetable or schedule of activities for the 2027 polls and urged Nigerians to ignore the document being shared on social media and other platforms.​ The commission stressed that it operates strictly within the law, noting that Section 28(1) of the Electoral Act 2022 requires INEC to publish a Notice of Election not later than 360 days before the date fixed for a general election.​It explained that any timetable issued outside this legal framework could not have originated from INEC.​ INEC assured the public that the official timetable and schedule for the 2027 elections will be released in due course, in full compliance with the Constitution and the Electoral […]

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Khamenei vows not to yield as Iran protests simmer and Trump issues threats

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says the Islamic Republic “will not yield to the enemy” as anti government protests over economic hardship continue and U.S. President Donald Trump warns he is ready to intervene if demonstrators are killed.​In a televised address, Khamenei said authorities would listen to citizens with legitimate complaints but insisted that “rioters should be put in their place,” drawing a sharp line between protesters and those he accused of seeking chaos.​ Rights groups say more than 10 people have been killed and scores arrested since demonstrations flared across several provinces on Sunday, fuelled by the collapsing rial, high inflation and years of sanctions.​Reports of violence have focused on smaller western cities, where both protesters and members of the security forces have been killed or injured in clashes.​ Khamenei acknowledged that market traders and ordinary Iranians are […]

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Goldberg celebrates Super Eagles’ AFCON momentum with new TVC

Goldberg Lager Beer has launched a new television commercial celebrating Nigeria’s passion for football as the Super Eagles head into the AFCON 2025 knockout stage with a perfect group record.​Nigeria won all three group games to top their group and set up a Round of 16 clash with Mozambique, fuelling optimism that the team can go deep in the tournament.​ The TVC, built around the “Our Beat, Our Gold” campaign, draws from everyday match day scenes in viewing centres, streets, homes and bars, showing how football is woven into Nigerian life with Goldberg as a natural part of those shared moments.​Instead of focusing only on goals and highlights, it highlights fans’ chants, banter, rituals and emotions, underscoring the idea that Nigerian football is as much about community as what happens on the pitch.​ Senior Brand Manager Kunle Aroyehun said the […]

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AFCON knockout stage raises stakes for Super Eagles and rivals

The Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco has entered the knockout phase, shifting from cautious group stage management to all or nothing football as the Round of 16 begins this weekend.​For Nigeria and other contenders, every decision, mistake and moment now carries far greater weight than early group form.​ Nigeria head into the knockouts as one of the most impressive sides after a perfect group record, free scoring performances and effective squad rotation that secured qualification with a game to spare.​However, a late scare in their 3 2 win over Tunisia underlined how quickly control can slip at this stage and how fine the margins now are.​ Algeria also progressed with maximum points, showing a level of control they lacked in recent editions, while Egypt relied on structure and efficiency to get through.​By contrast, defending champions Côte d’Ivoire and perennial […]

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WOMA 2025 finale celebrates Wale Olomu’s legacy and Nigeria’s creative future

The 2025 Wale Olomu Memorial Awards (WOMA) ended on a reflective note with a live radio finale on TopRadio 90.9 FM on December 20, celebrating excellence while honouring the legacy of late entertainment journalist and talent advocate Wale Olomu.​Anchored by media veteran Femi Akintunde Johnson, the broadcast featured tributes, award acceptances and renewed commitments to supporting Nigeria’s creative industry.​ In an emotional tribute, Wale Olomu’s former fiancée, Adebisi Taibat Yusuf, described him as her fiancé, brother and friend, saying he was a good man to his family and would have proudly embraced today’s evolving entertainment landscape.​She spoke about her long healing journey abroad and said his memory remains firmly in her heart.​ Wale’s younger brother, Dr Dayo Olomu, thanked the WOMA platform for keeping his legacy alive and emphasised that Wale stood for discovering, encouraging and promoting new talent.​He noted […]

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