January 31
Nigeria: Again, YouTube Takes Down TB Joshua's Official Channel
YouTube has yanked SCOAN's official YouTube channel for the second time in three years. Read more »
January 29
Nigeria: Kebbi Holds Maiden Mass Wedding for Over 300 Couples
The wedding was organised by the state government under Nafisa Idris, wife of the state governor, through her pet project, Nafisa Nasir Development Foundation (NANAS) Read more »
January 28
Nigeria: Ex-BBNaija Housemate, Tacha, in Court Over Alleged Disorderly Behaviour
The trial started on 18 November 2021. Read more »
Nigeria: How Nigerian Influencers, Others Violate Social Media Policy Running Brand Campaign
PREMIUM TIMES found more than a dozen X accounts -most of them parody accounts of influential social media users- drumming support for Erisco Foods on 19 January. Read more »
January 26
Ghana: UK 'Loans' Stolen Gold Artefact to Ghana After 150 Years
According to the BBC, 32 items are returning under the loan arrangement. The Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A) is lending 17 pieces and 15 are from the British Museum. Read more »
January 24
Nigeria: Veteran Fuji Musician Kollington Ayinla Speaks On Near-Death Experience
"It is only God that can save a person, but they tried for me because I could have died, but due to their efforts, I was saved." Read more »
Nigeria: Yul Edochie Unveils Church, Gets Endorsement From Popular Pastor
Several Nollywood actors have embraced pulpit duties despite the diverse and sometimes unconventional characters they portrayed on screen; Yul has just joined the list. Read more »
January 23
Nigeria: Mohbad - in 'Official Interview', Naira Marley Tells His Story, Maintains Innocence
Naira Marley was arrested in connection to Mohbad's death on 3 October 2023 and spent about 44 days in custody. Read more »
January 22
Nigeria: Actor Ken Erics Shares 'Excitement' Video As Mr Ibu Returns Home
One of Mr Ibu's legs was amputated on 6 November 2023. Read more »
Nigeria: Why I Prefer Burna Boy to Wizkid, Davido - Rotimi Amaechi
The former minister says he appreciates Nigerian music a great deal. Read more »
Nigeria: Producers of Famous 1979 Jesus Movie Set to Release Animated Film
This is 45 years after the original 'Jesus' film, which holds a Guinness World Record as the most translated film ever. Read more »
Nigeria: Burna Boy to Perform At 2024 Grammys
Burna Boy, the 'African Giant' crooner, is expected to make history as the first African artiste to perform on the Grammy Awards stage Read more »
Nigeria: Skit Maker 'Untouchable' Reveals More About Reported Demolition of Buildings in Enugu Estate
The skit maker had raised an alarm that his house was about being demolished by the Enugu State Government. Read more »
January 21
Africa: Prime Video Cuts Funding in Africa, Middle East
Stakeholders have described it as a sad development for the African film and television industry. Read more »
January 11
Nigeria: 2024 Golden Globes - Who Is Ayo Edebiri?
Ayo Edebiri was a hidden treasure waiting to be found. Read more »
Nigeria: Tiwa Savage Makes Nollywood Debut in 'Water and Garri'
'Water and Garri' is not only a cinematic venture for Tiwa Savage but also marks her first foray into acting. Read more »
January 10
Nigeria: 'We Don't Know the Characters in BBC's Documentary' - Synagogue Church
"Some of those identified are relics of homosexual and lesbian associates. My findings further show that everything the BBC put together is strange to SCOAN." Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Singer Shot Dead in America
The late singer's dad is a former Nigerian lawmaker. Read more »
January 09
Nigeria: 'Hold Davido Responsible If Anything Happens to Me', Tiwa Savage Petitions Lagos CP
On 6 January 2024, Davido and Tiwa Savage unfollowed each other on Instagram, which caused a buzz on social media. Read more »
Nigeria: BBC Documentary - Despite Shocking Revelations, FFK, Dele Momodu, Others Defend Controversial Preacher T.B. Joshua
The documentary, released on Monday, has generated diverse reactions as it delves into serious allegations against the deceased pastor. Read more »
January 07
Nigeria: Tinubu, Buhari, Other Dignitaries Expected at Adesina Book Launch
The book, published by Safari Books, is a memoir by Femi Adesina about his eight years in office as adviser to Mr Buhari. Read more »
January 04
Nigeria: Nollywood Film 'A Tribe Called Judah' Shatters Nigerian Records
The movie was released in cinemas on 15 December 2023. Read more »
Nigeria: Zack Orji - Nigerian Hospital Speaks On Actor's Treatment
Mrs Musawa said the actor underwent brain surgery on 1 January 2024. Read more »
Nigeria: Veteran Yoruba Actor Olofa Ina Dies
On Thursday, actor Olofa Ina's2 death was announced by his colleagues on Instagram. Read more »
January 03
Nigeria: Remembering Mohbad On Posthumous 28th Birthday
Nigerians celebrate the talented young singer whose songs have made more waves in his death than in his lifetime. Read more »