Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has reacted to recent remarks made by fellow filmmaker Kunle Afolayan on cinema marketing strategies and blockbuster box office figures. Afolayan had, in a series of public appearances, questioned the sustainability of current promotional methods used to push cinema releases in Nigeria. Speaking during the launch of his…
Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, has paid tribute to legendary musician and activist Fela Anikulapo Kuti following his posthumous recognition at the Grammy Awards, where he received a Lifetime Achievement Award – the first African artist to be honoured in that category. The award, presented in Los Angeles nearly three decades after Fela’s death in 1997,…
Just before lunchtime in Angers, western France, restaurateur Mickael Moureaud scans the dining room of L’Ange Vin with a familiar knot in his stomach. By now, the tables should be mostly occupied. Instead, the room is largely silent. “A year ago, this place would be buzzing by 12:30,” he says softly. “Now, most days, it…
Apple has delivered a strong earnings performance that is easing concerns on Wall Street about the company’s perceived struggles in artificial intelligence, with robust sales of the iPhone 17 taking centre stage. The technology giant reported quarterly revenue of $143.8 billion, comfortably beating market expectations and marking a sharp rise from the $124.3 billion recorded…
A week after Ubisoft unveiled one of the most sweeping shake-ups in its history, unease is spreading through the company’s global workforce – particularly among employees who now find themselves grouped into what the publisher calls its “Creative Network.” The restructuring announcement was stark. Six projects were scrapped, seven major titles were delayed, and two…
Nearly 30 years after his passing, Nigerian music legend and Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti is set to receive one of the most prestigious honours in global music. The Recording Academy will posthumously confer a Lifetime Achievement Award on Fela at the upcoming Grammy Awards, marking a historic first for an African artiste. The honour…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has called for a significant shift in international football policy, advocating for the return of Russian youth teams to global competition. Speaking in London during the Women’s Champions Cup weekend, the FIFA chief argued that the current blanket ban, which has been in place for nearly four years, has failed to…
Apple has posted its highest-ever iPhone sales, driven by strong demand for the iPhone 17 lineup during the final quarter of last year, even as other parts of its hardware business faced declines. The tech giant reported quarterly revenue of $144 billion, a 16% increase compared with the same period a year earlier. It marks…
Amazon is winding down its standalone grocery store experiment, announcing plans to close all Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go locations across the United States as it sharpens its focus on the Whole Foods brand. The move will affect roughly 70 physical stores and represents another reset of Amazon’s in-person retail strategy. In a statement released…
Starbucks is rolling out a refreshed afternoon menu in the United States as it looks to attract customers beyond its traditional morning coffee rush. In the coming weeks, the coffee chain will introduce a range of new food and drink options designed for later in the day, including teas, updated energy drinks, matcha-based beverages, and…
Nigerian rapper Zlatan Ibile has denied a viral claim suggesting he vowed never to marry his longtime partner and the mother of his children, Davita Lamai. The allegation surfaced on X after a user alleged that the music star had publicly ruled out marriage with Lamai despite them having two children together. The post, which…
Kendrick Lamar delivered a dominant performance at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, emerging as the biggest winner in the rap categories and setting a new record in the process. The rapper claimed all four major rap awards on the night. His album GNX was named Best Rap Album, while TV Off, a collaboration…
Eight-year-old American singer Aura V has set a new record at the Grammy Awards, becoming the youngest individually credited winner in the history of the prestigious music ceremony. Aura achieved the milestone at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, where FYÜTCH & Aura V — a musical duo made up of Aura and her…
Meta Plans Sharp Increase In AI Investment, Signals Further Restructuring Meta Platforms is preparing to significantly raise its spending on artificial intelligence this year, nearly doubling its investment despite growing warnings from industry leaders about a potential AI bubble. Speaking during an earnings call on Wednesday, Meta chief executive Mark Zuckerberg said the Facebook and…
China has agreed in principle to grant British passport holders visa-free access for stays of up to 30 days, the UK government has confirmed. The development followed a high-level meeting in Beijing between Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking the first official visit to China by a British leader in…
Tesla has reported its first annual drop in revenue as the electric vehicle maker pivots towards artificial intelligence and robotics, marking a significant change in strategy for the company. The firm, led by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, said total revenue fell by 3% in 2025, while profits plunged by 61% in the final quarter of…
Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy has disclosed that he and late South African rapper AKA had settled their long-running dispute before the rapper was killed. The two musicians had a public falling out in 2019 following heated exchanges linked to tensions between Nigerian and South African fans during the Africa Cup of Nations. At the…
A new cross-continental music collaboration is raising questions about what the future sound of Nigerian pop might look like – and whether it could carry a subtle French influence. Nine French rap, pop and urban music producers recently travelled to Lagos to work alongside Nigerian Afrobeats creatives, producing more than 60 songs in less than…
Global parcel delivery firm UPS has announced plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs this year as it continues to scale back business with Amazon, its largest customer. The company said the reductions will be carried out mainly through voluntary buyouts for full-time drivers and by leaving vacant positions unfilled, rather than through widespread layoffs….
TikTok has dismissed claims that it is restricting what American users can post, following widespread reports of glitches on the platform shortly after its US operations were spun off from its Chinese parent company. In a statement responding to the concerns, a spokesperson for TikTok US said the issues stem from technical challenges linked to…
Amazon has inadvertently confirmed another wave of job cuts after an internal email referencing ongoing layoffs was mistakenly shared with employees. The draft message, written by Colleen Aubrey, a senior vice president at Amazon Web Services (AWS), was attached to a calendar invitation sent late Tuesday by an executive assistant. The invitation, which reached a…
The Federal Government has congratulated Nollywood actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham following the box office success of her latest movie, Oversabi Aunty, which has crossed the ₦1 billion mark in Nigerian cinemas. The film, which premiered on December 19, 2025, reached the landmark revenue figure on Monday, further cementing Abraham’s status as one of the…
MTN Nigeria has disclosed that its network experienced 9,218 fibre cuts in 2025, drawing renewed attention to the ongoing fragility of the country’s telecommunications infrastructure. The disclosure was made by the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Karl Olutokun Toriola, in a LinkedIn post titled “MTN Nigeria 2025 Wrapped.” He noted that incidents of theft and vandalism…
A closely watched trial that could reshape how social media companies are held accountable in the United States is set to begin in California, with senior executives from some of the world’s largest tech firms expected to testify. The case, which will be heard at the Los Angeles Superior Court, was brought by a 19-year-old…
Meta Platforms is preparing to trial paid subscription options across Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, marking its latest push to expand revenue beyond advertising. The technology company said the proposed subscriptions, expected to roll out for testing in the coming months, would offer users access to additional features, including enhanced artificial intelligence tools. Core functions of…
Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has dismissed reports alleging that he owes a wedding planner $50,000, describing the claims as unbelievable. The controversy emerged after Funke Bucknor-Obruthe, chief executive officer of the event planning company reportedly responsible for organising Davido’s wedding to Chioma, was said to have accused the singer of failing to settle an outstanding…
The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has announced plans to recover outstanding tax liabilities by directing Nigerian banks to debit the accounts of defaulting employers who fail to remit taxes. The move is based on provisions of Section 60 of the Nigeria Tax Administration Act (NTAA) and was outlined in a public notice recently…
Heathrow Airport has removed the long-standing 100ml limit on liquids in hand luggage after completing the installation of new CT security scanners across all its terminals. With the rollout now finished, passengers departing from the UK’s busiest airport can carry liquids in containers of up to two litres through security without removing them from their…
For months, TikTok’s 200 million users in the United States lived under a cloud of uncertainty. Would the app be banned? Sold? Broken into something unrecognisable? Now, with a new deal in place, TikTok’s future in the US looks secure – but the agreement raises a quieter, more interesting question: what will TikTok feel like…
Grammy-winning Afrobeats star Burna Boy has weighed in on the ongoing debate surrounding the legacy of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti, stating that the late music icon is the only musician he considers greater than himself. Burna Boy made the remark in a video shared on Instagram by influencer Tunde Ednut on Saturday, amid a…
Sony appears to be subtly encouraging PlayStation 4 users to move on to its newer PlayStation 5 console, as reports emerge of promotional system messages being sent directly to PS4 owners. Images shared on social media show what looks like an official notification from PlayStation, urging users to explore current PlayStation 5 deals to avoid…
Nike appears to be quietly preparing a bigger push for its Shox line as the brand steps into 2026. While the revival of the once-iconic cushioning system has unfolded with little fanfare so far, a recent Shox seeding package hints that Beaverton is getting ready to amplify attention around the franchise. Riding the continued wave…
Elizabeth Holmes, the former Theranos founder convicted of defrauding investors, has formally asked President Donald Trump to reduce her prison sentence, according to a clemency request submitted to the US Department of Justice last year. Holmes was found guilty in 2022 and began serving an 11-year federal sentence in 2023 at a prison camp in…
As the sun dipped over the Santa Barbara Bowl, 4,500 fans gathered to watch Sir Paul McCartney promise something rare in the modern concert experience: intimacy. What they didn’t expect was just how far the former Beatle would go to make that happen. Before the first chord was struck, every phone in the crowd was…
Nollywood actress and media personality Nancy Isime has shared her thoughts on marriage, saying she feels ready to settle down and is clear about the qualities she wants in a life partner. Speaking during a recent conversation with broadcaster Morayo Afolabi-Brown, Isime said personal character matters far more to her than wealth or social status….
American singer and reality TV star Ray J has sparked widespread concern after claiming that doctors have told him he has only weeks to live following a recent health crisis. The 45-year-old entertainer, born Willie Norwood Jr., made the disclosure during a late-night livestream on Monday, January 27, shortly after speaking publicly about a recent…
HP Inc. has consolidated its gaming products under one banner, rebranding its portfolio to bring OMEN gaming PCs and displays together with HyperX peripherals under a single master brand, HyperX. The change was unveiled on 5 January at CES 2026 in Las Vegas and marks a strategic shift aimed at strengthening HP’s position in high-performance…
On the surface, Pinterest looks like a digital mood board for dreamers and trend hunters. Every month, hundreds of millions of users scroll through the platform in search of fashion ideas, interior inspiration and quirky creative concepts. One popular page showcases intentionally bizarre designs: Crocs turned into flower vases, burger-shaped makeup palettes, and even a…
TikTok’s newly formed US joint venture has updated its privacy policy to allow the collection of more detailed location information from its American users, expanding the scope of data the platform can gather as it begins operating under new ownership. The policy change comes days after a group of investors finalised a deal with TikTok’s…
Nigerian rapper and singer Azeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, has raised fresh concerns about the presence of cultism within the country’s music industry. The controversial artist alleged that only a small number of Nigerian musicians have managed to stay away from cult groups, describing the trend as deeply troubling. According to him, many…
Gold prices have surged past $5,000 (£3,659) an ounce for the first time on record, extending a powerful rally that has reshaped global commodity markets over the past year. The precious metal’s latest milestone comes amid rising geopolitical and economic uncertainty, including fresh tensions between the United States and NATO over Greenland and renewed concerns…
French video game publisher Ubisoft has cancelled six projects, including the highly anticipated remake of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, as part of a sweeping overhaul aimed at stabilising the company’s business. The company confirmed that it has also closed two development studios, postponed seven other games and begun restructuring efforts across several…
For decades, Liverpool measured success in trophies, nights under the Anfield lights and the roar of the Kop. Now, the club has added another milestone to its modern resurgence: becoming the highest-earning English football club for the first time. According to the latest Deloitte Football Money League, Liverpool generated €836m (£702m) in revenue after winning…
Yeni Kuti, the eldest daughter of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti, has spoken publicly for the first time on the heated online exchange between Nigerian music star Wizkid and her brother, Seun Kuti. The controversy began last week after Seun Kuti criticised members of Wizkid’s fan base, popularly known as Wizkid FC, for comparing the…
Jordan Brand has confirmed a February 17 launch date for the Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Chinese New Year,” one of Nike’s standout celebratory releases tied to the 2026 Year of the Horse. Nike’s Lunar New Year collections have traditionally focused on ceremonial-inspired designs, but this year’s rollout has expanded significantly across its portfolio. Beyond…
At the foot of snow-covered mountains in northern Slovakia, a lift gently lowers freshly welded car bodies onto a moving assembly line. Robots – hundreds of them – have already done the heavy lifting, fusing steel panels with mechanical precision. Now, human hands take over. Within moments, workers in red trousers and white T-shirts begin…
Blue Origin, the space company founded by Amazon creator Jeff Bezos, has announced plans to deploy more than 5,400 satellites into orbit as part of a new global communications system designed to compete with Elon Musk’s Starlink. The project, known as TeraWave, is expected to deliver uninterrupted internet connectivity worldwide, with a strong emphasis on…
For weeks, social media speculation and emotional testimonies had swirled around Nigerian music superstar Davido and a 12-year-old girl, Anuoluwapo, who claimed to be his daughter. Now, for the first time, the singer’s father, Dr Adedeji Adeleke, has offered a detailed account of how the family handled the sensitive allegation – by commissioning multiple DNA…
Luxury fashion house Balenciaga has unveiled a new packable footwear design known as the “Pocket Shoe,” pushing the boundaries of sneaker innovation once again. The new silhouette was first revealed during the brand’s Fall/Winter 2027 runway show in Paris, where it drew attention for its unusual foldable design and outdoor-inspired aesthetic. Early videos and images…
Netflix has revised its takeover proposal for Warner Bros Discovery’s streaming and film division, confirming it will now fund the acquisition entirely in cash. The move is seen as a strategic effort to outpace rival bidder Paramount Skydance in the race to secure the Hollywood studio. Originally, Netflix planned to structure the deal using a…
