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By Peter Omopo  Nigerian filmmaker Kayode Kasum has been honoured with the Trailblazer Award at the 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), held on Saturday night in Lagos. The award recognises rising stars in the African film industry who have demonstrated exceptional talent and promise. Kasum, a director and producer, has carved a niche for himself with his innovative storytelling and technical expertise. In 2025, he directed and produced REEL LOVE, a film by Timini Egbuson, further cementing his reputation as a creative force. He is also credited with directing Dognapped, Nigeria’s first live-action animated feature,…

By Peter Omopo  The stage is set at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos as the 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) kicks off tonight, promising an unforgettable evening of glamour, celebration, and recognition of Africa’s finest in film and television. The prestigious event, which will be broadcast live across Africa Magic channels, will bring millions of viewers across the continent closer to the continent’s top cinematic talents. Since its inception, the AMVCA has grown to become Africa’s foremost film and television awards ceremony, spotlighting the creativity and excellence within the industry. This year’s awards feature…

By Peter Omopo  The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) has raised the alarm over the inadequate allocation for pension arrears in the 2025 national budget signed by President Bola Tinubu. In a statement issued on Friday by PTAD’s Head of Corporate Communications, Mr. Olugbenga Ajayi, the agency expressed concern that despite the N54.99 trillion budget being higher than previous years, it still fails to adequately cover accumulated pension liabilities. Executive Secretary of PTAD, Ms. Tolulope Odunaiya, voiced the concerns during a courtesy visit to the Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Mr. Tanimu Yakubu, in Abuja. “The 2025…

By Peter Omopo  The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has dismissed reports claiming that the Federal Government has initiated extradition proceedings against Simon Ekpa, a factional leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). In a statement released on Friday by his Special Assistant on Communication and Publicity, Kamarudeen Ogundele, the AGF clarified that his remarks during a stakeholder engagement event in Abuja on Thursday were misrepresented in the media. “The attention of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has been drawn to media…

By Peter Omopo  The Lagos State University Muslim Community (LASUMC) has extended warm congratulations to Catholics worldwide on the election of Cardinal Robert Prevost as the 267th Pope, hailing the pontiff as a symbol of global peace and unity. In a statement issued on Friday in Lagos, LASUMC’s Chief Imam, Prof. Amidu Sanni, expressed goodwill on behalf of the Muslim community at the institution, describing the papacy of the newly elected Pope Leo XIV as timely and significant. “On behalf of the Muslim community of LASU, I send a goodwill message to the 1.4 billion Catholic faithful on the successful…

By Peter Omopo  The Madinah Feeding Committee of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has carried out an inspection of catering facilities contracted to serve Nigerian pilgrims during the 2025 Hajj. This was disclosed in a statement on Friday in Abuja by the commission’s Information Officer, Suwaiba Ahmed. Led by the committee chairman, Alhaji Abdullahi Kabir, and accompanied by the NAHCON Advance Team under Madinah Coordinator Alhaji Abdulkadir Oloyin, the team visited seven kitchens designated for the Hajj feeding programme. According to the statement, the inspection focused on evaluating the readiness of the caterers, with particular attention to hygiene…

By Peter Omopo  Nigeria’s Flying Eagles will take on reigning champions Senegal in the quarter-finals of the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Monday, May 12, in Egypt. The highly anticipated clash was confirmed after Senegal sealed a 2-0 victory over DR Congo in their final Group C match on Thursday, securing their place at the top of the group. Nigeria booked their quarter-final spot on Wednesday following a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Kenya in their last Group B fixture. The result saw the Flying Eagles finish second in the group with five points, behind Morocco, who defeated…

By Peter Omopo  Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa was captured in a viral video on Friday returning to his roots as an educator by teaching pupils in a classroom at an undisclosed school within the state. The video, posted on the governor’s official Facebook page with the caption “Once a teacher, always a teacher,” shows Aiyedatiwa engaging students in a lively lesson on drug education, writing the word “Drugs” on the board and encouraging the pupils to identify different forms of drugs. The classroom visit follows the governor’s recent approval of the recruitment of 1,100 primary school teachers across the…

By Peter Omopo  The Aliko Dangote Foundation has distributed 35,000 bags of rice to families across the 23 local government areas of Kaduna State, as part of its annual National Food Intervention Project aimed at reaching over one million vulnerable Nigerians. Each 10-kilogram bag of rice will be allocated in equal measure, with 1,522 bags designated for each local government area. Speaking at the official flag-off of the distribution on Thursday in Kaduna, Governor Uba Sani commended the Foundation for its continued efforts in combating hunger and poverty. Represented by his Chief of Staff, Sani Liman Kila, the governor said…

By Peter Omopo  The Lagos State Government has announced a postponement of the planned traffic diversion and repair works on the Ogudu–Oworonshoki Bridge. Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, made the announcement on Friday in a statement issued to journalists, noting that a new date for the commencement of the project will be communicated in due course. Osiyemi assured residents that the delay is part of efforts to ensure public safety and minimize disruptions during infrastructure upgrades. He reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to efficient project execution and the well-being of all road users.