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WTO DIRECTOR-GENERAL NGOZI OKONJO-IWEALA NAMED IN FORBES’ 100 MOST POWERFUL WOMEN LIST

The Director-General of the World Trade Organization WTO, NGOZI OKONJO-IWEALA has been listed on Forbes’ 100 Most Powerful Women list. In Forbes’ 20th annual ranking, the distinguished Nigerian economist holds the 87th spot, surpassing South African businesswoman MPUMI MADISA, who stands at 88th, while the President of Tanzania SAMIA HASSAN made her debut on the list at the 93rd position, alongside Nigerian media mogul and philanthropist MO ABUDU at the 98th. Topping […]

todayDecember 7, 2023

News

VICE-PRESIDENT KASHIM SHETTIMA AGREES USE OF NON-KINETIC METHOD TO TACKLE INSECURITY IN THE SOUTH EAST.

Vice President KASHIM SHETTIMA has endorsed the use of a non-kinetic method to combat insecurity in the Southeast with other steps the security agencies are already implementing. SHETTIMA in a statement yesterday when a group led by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, BENJAMIN KALU, paid a courtesy visit to the Presidential Villa explained the merits of using a non-kinetic strategy to deal with the security situation in […]

todayDecember 7, 2023

SpotLight

DAVID GUETTA: U.S. MUSIC INDUSTRY VIEWS AYRA STARR AS THE NEW RIHANNA, RECOGNIZING GLOBAL IMPACT

In a recent interview, Grammy award-winning producer David Guetta shared intriguing insights into how the U.S. and UK music industry perceives Ayra Starr. The multi-platinum-selling producer, who collaborated with the Mavin princess on the tra  ck 'F U,' delved into Ayra Starr's standing in the Western music landscape. According to David Guetta, Ayra Starr is regarded as the new Rihanna by the music industry in Los Angeles and London. This […]

todayDecember 5, 2023

Music Gist

ODUMODUBLVCK UNVEILS HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED ‘EZIOKWU’ DELUXE EDITION.

Odumodublvck's Eziokwu mixtape has undeniably stirred waves of excitement and garnered enthusiastic reviews since its initial release. Now, in an exciting development, the Native Records rapper has chosen to extend the journey with the much-anticipated Eziokwu deluxe edition. This enhanced rendition goes beyond mere expansion, featuring an impressive lineup of 21 songs, including seven additional tracks that promise an even more immersive musical experience. What's more, the deluxe edition introduces […]

todayDecember 1, 2023

Music Gist

ASAKE’S ‘WORK OF ART’ EARNS TOP SPOT AS BEST NIGERIAN ALBUM OF 2023

Asake's musical prowess has garnered international recognition, with his second studio album, "Work Of Art," being acclaimed as the best Nigerian album of 2023 by reputable entertainment news agencies. The album, comprising 14 tracks, was released on June 16, 2023, establishing Asake as a prominent figure in the afrobeats genre. Rolling Stone, a well-known entertainment news agency, ranked "Work Of Art" as the best Nigerian album of the year 2023. […]

todayDecember 1, 2023

Music Gist

BUSTA RHYMES SINGS PRAISES OF BURNA BOY AFTER ‘ROBOSHOTTA’ COLLABORATION

Busta Rhymes continues to shower Burna Boy with praise following their collaboration on the song "Roboshotta." During a guest appearance on the Shopping for Sneakers podcast, Busta Rhymes commended Burna Boy's musical versatility, specifically highlighting how authentically Jamaican Burna Boy sounded on the track. Busta Rhymes expressed his admiration for Burna Boy's performance on the song, stating, "Burna sounded like he was from Jamaica on the song." He emphasized that […]

todayNovember 30, 2023

Entertainment

REMA’S ‘CALM DOWN’ REMIX WITH SELENA GOMEZ HITS 12TH SPOT AS MOST STREAMED SONG GLOBALLY ON APPLE MUSIC

Rema's global impact continues to soar as the remix of his track "Calm Down," featuring Selena Gomez, secured the 12th position as the most streamed song worldwide on Apple Music. The chart rankings are based on plays recorded between November 1, 2022, and October 31, 2023. At the top of the global chart, country music star Morgan Wallen's "Last Night" claimed the lead, followed by Miley Cyrus's "Flowers" in second […]

todayNovember 29, 2023

Entertainment

APPLE MUSIC REPORTS DOMINANT AFROBEATS STREAMING FOR NOV 2022 – OCT 2023

Apple Music has unveiled its streaming figures for the conclusion of 2023, and it's evident that Nigeria's Afrobeats continues to dominate, particularly in Ghana. The data covers plays from November 1, 2022, to October 31, 2023. Asake's "Lonely At The Top" secured the top spot on the Ghana chart, with Victony and Tempoe's "Soweto" following closely, and Young Jonn's "Xtra Cool" claiming the third position. Ruger's "Asiwaju" entered at fourth […]

todayNovember 29, 2023

Music Gist

PATORANKING’S FOURTH STUDIO ALBUM ‘WORLD BEST’ OUT NOW

Nigerian dancehall sensation, Patoranking, has unveiled his highly-anticipated album titled "World Best." This title holds significance beyond just a name; it's a moniker Patoranking has proudly embraced for some time now. Fans have eagerly awaited this release, and the initial track, "Higher," provided a tantalizing glimpse into the auditory delight the album promises. The reception to "Higher" was ecstatic, amplifying the collective anticipation for the official album launch. "World Best" […]

todaySeptember 7, 2023 25

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