By NEWSCOUNT Desk Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. Jacobs died on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, with his family announcing his death through a statement shared by his wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, and their son, Olusoji Jacobs. The family […]
Ogbuefi Live In Abuja Gets Bamijo Nwa Jesus’ Endorsement
By George Ozalla Preparations for Ogbuefi Live in Abuja have received a major boost following a courtesy visit by the organisers to popular comedian and entertainer, Bamijo Nwa Jesus, who threw his weight behind the much anticipated comedy show.The visit forms part of activities lined up to build awareness ahead of the event, which is […]
Gold Reef Villa Estate Luxury Homes Takes Centre Stage At MC Bob’s Star Studded Abuja Comedy Show
By George Ozalla Ndudirim Sylvia Iloka The Congress Hall of Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, played host to an evening of laughter and conviviality on Sunday, July 12, 2026, as renowned comedian MC Bob staged the 2026 edition of his annual comedy show, The Lies They Told Us When We Were Young. The event attracted an […]
Gold Reef Villa Headlines MC Bob’s Comedy Show
Special Report By Chukwudi George Ozalla Gold Reef Villa, the property and hospitality brands founded by businessman and philanthropist High Chief Ifekudu, has emerged as the headline sponsor of the forthcoming edition of MC Bob’s Magnificent Comedy Show, a development that has further raised interest in an event already commanding attention within business, entertainment and […]
Accolade Marks Six Years of Honouring Excellence in Abuja
By Ndudirim Sylvia Iloka The Congress Hall of Transcorp Hilton Abuja glittered with colour, elegance and a steady flow of distinguished guests on Friday, May 8, 2026, as the 6th edition of the Accolade Yellow Ball and Awards brought together notable figures from government, media, business and the diplomatic community in a night devoted to […]
APGA National Chairman: Ezeokenwa Celebrates Birthday in Awka
by George Ozalla Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa, National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), celebrated his birthday on Wednesday, 21st January, 2025, with a gathering that brought together political leaders, government officials, traditional rulers, sports figures, and supporters from across Anambra State and beyond. The event, held at Stanel Dome in Awka, began with […]
CBAAC DG Receives Prestigious Honour, Conferred as Tozali of Tula
by George Ozalla The Director-General of the Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilization, Hon. Aisha Adamu Augie, has been conferred with the prestigious traditional title of Tozali of Tula by the Royal Highness of the Mai Tula Kingdom, Alhaji Dr. Abubakar Buba Atare II, in recognition of her contributions to African culture, tourism, […]
MAKEMS 2025 Jewelry Exhibition Set to Dazzle in Abuja
by George Ozalla The highly anticipated MAKEMS Jewelry Exhibition will hold this Saturday, December 29, 2025, at W O Kilaso Hall, Glowing Ages Academy, Games Village Road, Kaura District, promising an immersive showcase of handmade, carefully curated jewelry. Collectors continue to participate in the ongoing Makem Jewelry Auction, including bids for the Royal Amethyst & […]
My Life, Travails and Trials: Still My Head High
*Extra Feature* By George Ozalla Life, to me, has never been a bed of roses. It has been a long, winding road paved with both pain and purpose—an unending journey of lessons, resilience, and grace. As I marked another birthday on the 18th of October 2025, I found myself reflecting deeply on the path I […]
African Cultural Leaders, Scholars, & Diplomats Pushes for Revival of Indigenous Skills
By George Ozalla The calm elegance of the Soto Art Gallery in Ikoyi, Lagos, transformed into a vibrant centre of dialogue, culture, and vision as leading African scholars, cultural administrators, and diplomats gathered for the Pan-African Indigenous Skills Development Programme Press Conference Tuesday 7th. 0ctober, 2025 — a timely initiative dedicated to safeguarding and promoting […]
