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Trump plans 100% tariff on foreign films
Washington, April 5, 2025 (dpa/NAN) U.S. President Donald Trump says he would introduce 100 per cent tariffs on films produced abroad and imported into the U.S, amid a broader protectionist push. “The Movie Industry in America is DYING a very fast death,” Trump said on his Truth Social platform, claiming that foreign countries were offering all sorts of incentives to…
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FG rolls out development fund for creative sector
Abuja, May 4, 2025 (NAN) Hannatu Musawa, Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy (FMACTCE) says the Federal Government, through the ministry, has launched the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) to ensure that creative industries thrive. The minister made the disclosure in a statement signed by her Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Nneka Anibeze, on Sunday in Abuja. She…
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Asake reconciles with father
Afrobeats sensation Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has made amends with his ailing father, Fatai Odunsi, and promised to purchase a house for him and as well cover his medical expenses. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Odunsi made this known in a new video released online, confirming that his son has reached out to him following…
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Fans laud Wizkid’s directorial debut
Fans of ace Nigerian singer Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, have lauded him for directing the official music video of his hit song, ‘Kese’ (Dance). The Grammy-winning artist made his directing debut with ‘Kese’, one of the hit songs in his sixth studio album, Morayo.’ The hit music video, produced by JM Film Production, has surpassed 900,000 views within…
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Nigerian singers Rema, Mercy Chinwo, others win big at 2025 Trace Awards
Nigerian music stars Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, Mercy Chinwo, Ayra Starr, and D’banj, have emerged as the best winners at the 2025 Trace Awards. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the 2025 Trace Awards were held on Wednesday night at the Mora Resort in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Rema clinched two major awards, winning “Album of the Year”…
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Obasanjo decries poor reading culture among youths
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed concern over growing the poor reading culture among young Nigerians, saying the trend could erode the nation’s literary heritage. He stated this in his speech at the monthly ‘Reading/Writers Dialogue’ of the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA), FCT chapter, on Saturday in Abuja. The two-time Nigerian leader and prolific writer appeared as the guest writer…
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FG to create Diaspora City to boost tourism
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy (FMACTCE), Hannatu Musawa, says plans are underway to establish a Diaspora City in Nigeria to boost inbound tourism. The minister stated this when she inaugurated a committee to drive the Motherland 2025 Initiative on Friday in Abuja. Musawa said the Motherland 2025 Initiative was aimed at positioning Nigeria as a premier…
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NFC advocates for infrastructure, global collaboration in Nigeria’s film industry
Dr. Ali Nuhu, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC), has called for continued investment in film infrastructure and sustainable partnerships to drive the growth of Nigeria’s film industry. This is contained in a statement by the NFC’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Brian Etuk, on Friday in Abuja. Nuhu reaffirmed his commitment to advancing…
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Wanted musician ‘Portable’ surrenders self to police in Ogun
The Police Command in Ogun has announced the arrival of music artiste, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as “Portable” at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Eleweran, Abeokuta. CSP Omolola Odutola, the command’s spokesperson, disclosed this in a statement in Abeokuta on Wednesday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the police command in Ogun had on Tuesday declared “Portable”,…
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Beauty therapists advise parents against imposing skills on children
Some beauty therapists in Mararaba in Nasarawa State have expressed divergent opinions on the need for parents to allow their children to choose skills they have a passion for. The therapists, who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Mararaba, said the imposition of particular skills on children would not make them excel. They argued that…
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Nigerian romance film, “Love Lockdown”, premieres in Lagos
It was an elegant night of allure, passion, and elegance as the Nigerian romance drama, “Love Lockdown,” premiered on Saturday at the Filmhouse Cinema, Lagos. The event had in attendance the cast of the film as well as some Nollywood stars. After a glamorous red carpet ceremony, the evening transitioned into a lively karaoke session. The film,…
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Why we won’t register members without PVC – APC Alimosho
Mr. Tosin Fatoki, APC Chairman in the Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State, has urged members to be committed to its upcoming membership registration. Fatoki gave the advice on Friday at the APC local government area meeting held at the Abati Primary School, Akowonjo. According to him, the membership registration is in response to the observed difference in the…
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N20m isn’t enough to date me, says Bloody Civilian
Nigerian singer. Emoseh Khamofu, popularly known as Bloody Civilian, has claimed that N20 million will be inadequate to date her. She made the statement in a post on her verified X account on Thursday. She wrote, “Thinking you can bag a dark-skinned beauty like myself with 20 minutes of delulu doesn’t even cover melanin tax plus harmattan hyperpigmentation tax. “Heritage preservation…
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Beast Games tops Prime Video Movie Chart
‘Beast Games,’ a reality show where 1,000 contestants compete for 5 million dollars, has topped the Prime Video Chart in Nigeria. ‘Killer’s Game,’ a movie about an elite hitman who must battle an onslaught of assassins, came in at second. ‘Blink Twice,’ a thriller about a young woman who joins a billionaire and his friends on an island where unsettling…
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Ethiopian-Canadian singer, The Weeknd, releases sixth studio album
Abel Tesfaye, popularly known as The Weeknd, has released his sixth studio album titled “Hurry Up Tomorrow.”. The album, which was originally scheduled for release on Jan. 24, was postponed due to the wildfire crisis in Los Angeles, in which he donated 1 million dollars to relief efforts. He also canceled his one-night-only album release stadium show at the Rose…
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‘Back in Action’ tops Netflix Nigeria movie chart
‘Back in Action,’ an action movie about former spies who become targets after their cover is blown, has topped the Netflix film chart in Nigeria. ‘The Sentinel,’ an action movie about a Secret Service agent who is framed for an assassination attempt on the president, came in at second, while ‘Alice’ is ranked third on the chart. ‘Lisabi: A Legend…
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Manchester United, Tottenham clinch last 16 berths in Europa League
Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur shrugged off their Premier League woes as they clinched last 16 berths in the Europa League. United defeated Romania’s FCSB, while Tottenham Hotspur overpowered Sweden’s Elfsborg in their respective fixtures on Thursday. Ruben Amorim’s United failed to break through in the first half, but Diogo Dalot slotted home at the far post on the hour…
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