NEWS

Dino Melaye arrested in Abuja

Published

7 years ago

April 23, 2018

Senator Dino Melaye (APC-Kogi West) has been arrested after checking in at the international wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport, Abuja.

The senator tweeted that he was picked up on Monday on his way to Morocco for an official engagement sponsored by the Nigerian government.

Melaye was declared wanted and placed on Interpol watchlist on March 28 by the Kogi State Command of the Nigerian Police. He was accused of giving the police false information in connection with an alleged attempt on his life in 2017.

The suspects paraded on March 19, whom the police said were part of an armed gang terrorising Kogi State, had claimed that the senator was their arms supplier. But Melaye denied the allegations, claiming that he was a victim of a “gang up to silence” him.

The suspects later escaped from jail on March 28 were, along with the senator, declared wanted.

“All the six suspects, Senator Dino Melaye and Mohammed Audu were sent for watchlisting and red notice by the INTERPOL for immediate arrest anywhere we see them,” commissioner of police, Ali Janga said in a statement.

But Melaye insisted that the suspects did not escape from prions. He accused the police of either killing them or being complicit in their escape from custody. He also threatened to sue the inspector-general of police if the “two suspects are not produced dead or alive.”

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MOVIES

Omoni Oboli’s “The Uprising: Wives On Strike 3” Tops West African Box Office

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1 day ago

October 22, 2024

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Omoni Oboli, the film director, has achieved a remarkable milestone with her latest movie “The Uprising: Wives on Strike 3“. The movie now dominates the West African box office with earnings of ₦28.2 million.

The film continues to shatter records in multiple categories. It has secured its position as the Nollywood film with the highest ticket pre-sales ever recorded. The crime thriller has also achieved the highest opening weekend numbers in its genre.

Additionally, it stands as the most successful October release in Nollywood’s history and has set a new opening weekend record for the entire “Wives on Strike” franchise.

Oboli has taken to social media to share her appreciation. The director composed a heartfelt message thanking her dedicated cast members for their outstanding performances.

She also acknowledged the tireless efforts of her crew members who worked behind the scenes. Furthermore, she expressed deep gratitude to the audience whose overwhelming support has contributed to the film’s unprecedented success.

“God has indeed been faithful, and we are deeply honoured by the remarkable milestones we’ve achieved. Besties, this is not just a win for us but for everyone who has shown love, support, and trust on this journey. THE UPRISING: Wives on Strike 3 is officially the #1 film at the West African Box Office, and we owe it all to YOU! Your support, positive reviews, and shared excitement have carried us to this moment, breaking records every step of the way. Thank you for believing in us—this success is as much yours as it is ours. Let’s keep the momentum going!” the post said.

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“The Uprising: Wives on Strike 3” generated ₦10 million in voucher sales within its first two days of release.

The filmmakers introduced this innovative voucher system before the movie’s premiere, enabling audiences to secure their tickets in advance.

The movie is currently screening in theaters across the country. In this film, director Omoni Oboli presents a satirical story that follows a female local government chairperson. The protagonist navigates through complex challenges as she attempts to balance her new position of authority with her personal life struggles.

Furthermore, the director has assembled a powerful cast of Nigerian actresses for this third installment. Notably, Chioma Akpotha, Uche Jombo, and Omoni Oboli lead the talented ensemble.

Ufuoma McDermott, Hilda Dokubo, Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori (known as KieKie), and May Yul-Edochie round out the star-studded cast, bringing their collective talents to this compelling narrative.

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MUSIC

Tiwa Savage Unveils Snippet To Upcoming Single, “Forgiveness”

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5 days ago

October 18, 2024

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Nigerian music superstar Tiwa Savage has announced she will release her new single, ‘Forgiveness,’ on Friday, October 18, 2024. Tiwa shared a short video on her Instagram page, where fans can watch her dancing to the upcoming record.

In her caption, she confirmed the release date and encouraged her listeners to await the single’s debut eagerly.

“Oct 18th #ForGiveness Weekend wey go sweet, na from Thursday we go know,” it reads.

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Tiwa Savage teased her fans by posting a preview of the record on her Instagram page on October 7, 2024.

Earlier in May 2024, the versatile artist demonstrated her multi-faceted talent when she released the soundtrack album for her debut feature film, “Water & Garri“. Moreover, she collaborated with industry heavyweights, including Grammy nominees Olamide and Ayra Starr, who made notable guest appearances on the album.

Subsequently, in July 2024, Tiwa unveiled the music video for “Commona”, which featured collaborations with Olamide and Mystro Sugar. Furthermore, Jyde Ajala directed this visual masterpiece, which skillfully incorporated scenes from the Prime original film.

Later, in September 2024, she released another significant project – the music video for “One Heart (Can Change The World)”. Multiple award-winning songwriter Diane Warren penned this impactful song, which served as the official soundtrack for the environmentally conscious animated film, “Ozi: Voice of The Forest”.

Additionally, Tiwa Savage showcased her collaborative spirit by featuring on Simi’s “Men Are Crazy”, the second single from the album “Lost and Found”. Finally, “Pink” took charge of shooting and directing the music video, which premiered in April 2024.

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MUSIC

Asake’s “Wave” Makes NBA 2K25 Soundtrack Album

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6 days ago

October 17, 2024

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Asake, the Nigerian superstar, has achieved another milestone as his collaboration with British rapper Central Cee earned a spot on the NBA 2K25 season 2 soundtrack album.

Specifically, ‘Wave,’ a standout track from Asake’s third album ‘Lungu Boy,’ now features alongside songs from prominent American artists such as Key Glock and Lil Pete on the game’s soundtrack.

Notably, Asake stands as the only Afrobeats artist on this album, marking a significant continuation of Afrobeats’ presence in the game series. Previously, Adekunle Gold’s ‘Party No Dey Stop,’ featuring Zinoleesky, appeared in the NBA 2K24 soundtrack album.

Furthermore, through this achievement, Asake joins an elite group of Nigerian pop stars, including Adekunle Gold and Burna Boy, who have contributed to the soundtrack of this popular game. Impressively, the 2024 version has already sold over 9 million units worldwide.

🚨 Asake’s “Wave” featuring Central Cee is featured on the NBA 2k25 Soundtrack 🤩🚀 pic.twitter.com/D3fyXWVysG

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Additionally, this inclusion further solidifies Asake’s position as a global superstar, as he has consistently proven himself to be one of Afrobeats’ most dynamic hitmakers. Since his breakthrough into the mainstream in 2022, he has maintained an impressive streak of commercial success, consistently delivering chart-topping and record-breaking hits.

Most recently, Asake completed his highly successful ‘Lungu Boy’ tour, during which he accomplished remarkable feats. Throughout the tour, he sold out several prestigious venues, including the iconic Madison Square Garden, Toyota Arena, TD Gardens, and Capital One Arena.

Moreover, he made history by becoming only the third Nigerian artist to headline the prestigious O2 Arena, further cementing his status in the international music scene.