Author: Promise Odejide

There are people who leave home and never look back. Then there are people like Professor Wale Sulaiman, who went far, made it big, but never stopped thinking about his roots. Despite the comfort and recognition that come with being one of the most respected neurosurgeons in the world, Professor Sulaiman never let his story end in the pages of foreign success. He kept writing new chapters back home, in Kwara South, where his heart truly lives. Born and raised in Ajase-Ipo in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Professor Sulaiman could have chosen to enjoy the soft…

Preparations are in top gear as the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) sets the stage for its 65th Annual General Meeting and Conference, scheduled to take place from June 18th to 19th, 2025 at the Banquet Hall, Ilorin, Kwara State. Themed “NACCIMA Harmony 2025,” the high-profile event will bring together business leaders, policymakers, government representatives, and entrepreneurs from across the country to deliberate on critical issues affecting Nigeria’s economy, commerce, and private sector development. The event will feature the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, as…

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has attributed his consistency in the music industry to his resilience. The music star explained that he has persevered despite having many reasons to give up on life. He stated this while discussing the inspiration behind his upcoming album, No Sign of Weakness, via NSTV. “I have had the most reasons to not exist anymore, but I have shown no sign of weakness. That’s what this album is saying; through everything, no sign of weakness will be shown. That is what I want everyone coming after me to do, show…

Nigerian actress Ruth Eze has shared a heartfelt message encouraging women not to succumb to societal or online pressure to get married hastily, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right life partner. In a candid Instagram post, Eze cautioned women against making marriage decisions based on trends, peer influence, or the desire to impress others, noting that such choices could lead to long-term regret and emotional distress. “My sister, it’s better to wait and marry right. Don’t let the internet pressure you,” she advised. “Don’t end up marrying a madman just to pepper people who don’t even care about you.…

American rapper and singer, Tyler, The Creator, has opened up about his obsessive love for music, revealing that it started when he was a child. Tyler stated he loves music more than any girl he has ever dated. During an Instagram conversation, the singer declared that he wants to do music forever. He said, “Music for me is not just a hobby. As a kid, I didn’t really play with toys, I liked CDs. I love when my mom takes me to the storehouse because I would just sit near CD collections, reading the credits. That was the greatest thing…

Food prices in Kwara State have started to ease, and state officials say it’s no coincidence. According to the Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr. Afees Abolore Alabi, the drop reflects Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s targeted investments in agriculture over the past few years. Dr. Abolore made the remarks on Monday while speaking at the 9th Faculty of Agriculture Lecture at the University of Ilorin. The event, which explored the theme “Agriculture and National Security: The Nigerian Armed Forces in Perspective,” was attended by academics, security experts, and policymakers. He said the state government’s continued support for farmers, involvement…

Nigerian actress and activist, Kate Henshaw, has expressed sadness over the state of the nation. Henshaw said there was nothing to show for Nigeria’s 26 years of uninterrupted democracy, stating that the country’s democratic experience means nothing to majority of the people in the country. The actress made her feelings known on Channels Television’s special Democracy Day programme. The actress was of the view that there was nothing to celebrate in terms of the longevity of democratic rule if it continues to fall short of addressing citizens’ needs. The actress wondered of what use is Nigeria’s democracy if it is…

The ex-boyfriend of the famous Nollywood actress, Angela Okorie, Oil Money, has made allegations after their recent breakup. In a series of posts via his instagram story, Oil Money publicly accused several well-known Nollywood actors of having an intimate relationship with Okorie. He went further by revealing the names, as well as sharing pictures of the individuals allegedly involved with the actress. The ex-boyfriend also revealed what he claimed to be the easiest way to get intimate with Okorie. According to him, all it takes is a flashy car and some alcohol. “If you wan chop grandma, just get one…

Popular Nigerian musician, Mayorkun has stated that Davido, his former record label boss, helped him to secure a deal with Sony Music Africa. Mayorkun made a remark saying , he was signed to Davido Music World, DMW, record label in 2016. He parted ways with the label in 2021. His departure from David’s label to Sony Music West Africa sparked assumption of strained ties between them. However, speaking in an interview with 3Music TV, the singer disclosed that Davido played a key role in the deal with his new record label. “Aside from having my label, right now I am…

Veteran Afrobeats star, D’banj has pleaded with the federal government to intervene in the crisis involving the Nigerian iconic duo, P-Square, Peter and Paul Okoye, and their former manager and elder brother, Jude Okoye. The breakup of the group took another dimension after Peter sued Jude and his company, Northside Entertainment for allegedly defrauding him. His twin brother Paul also got involved in the alleged $1 million fraud scandal after he publicly defended Jude, and claimed that Peter was out to tarnish the Northside boss’ reputation. The case, which is still in court, has continued to generate reactions from…