NEWS

NYSC Secretariat in Benin, Edo State Gutted by Fire

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8 years ago

February 20, 2017

Fire has destroyed items worth millions of Naira in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Secretariat in Benin, Edo.

According to witnesses, the fire occurred late on Saturday and destroyed a store containing hundreds of mattresses and chairs.

The offices containing official files and records and other equipment were also burnt‎.

The NYSC Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Esan, confirmed the incident on Sunday in Benin.

Esan said the NYSC management was yet to get details on the cause of the fire.

“It happened at the weekend but I learnt the fire service operatives were there. We just returned from camp. So, I cannot really say much until Monday.”‎

A witness said that the ‎fire was a spillover from a nearby building where a refuse dump had been set on fire.

“The building and the NYSC secretariat were separated by a perimeter fence. Because of the intervention of operatives of the fire service from the state government and the Nigerian Air force, the inferno would have spread to the finance and accounts unit,’’ eyewitness said.

MUSIC

Tiwa Savage Unveils Snippet To Upcoming Single, “Forgiveness”

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3 hours 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.

Check out more updates here.

MUSIC

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

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18 hours ago

October 17, 2024

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NBA 2K25 soundtrack album: Asake's 'Wave' makes the list | fab.ng

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.

MOVIES

Nile Entertainment Secures International Cinema Release For “Wives On Strike 3”

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2 days ago

October 16, 2024

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Nile Entertainment has arranged for the international release of “The Uprising: Wives on Strike 3” in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. The film will premiere in these countries on November 8, 2024. Also, it will premiere in Nigerian cinemas for the first time on October 18, 2024.

Nile Entertainment made an official announcement about the international release on their Instagram page.

“It’s official. The Uprising: Wives on Strike 3 film will be showing in select international countries.

To our diaspora connect, Nile Entertainment has secured international cinema releases in Canada, the UK, and Ireland starting November 8th. Stay tuned for more exciting news,” the post said.

The post also stated that the locations of cinemas in other African countries where the film will be shown will be announced soon.

“Eastern Southern Africa and Francophone cinema locations will follow shortly. Locations to be announced soon,” the post added.

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“Wives on Strike” first hit the screens in 2016. Shortly, in 2018, “Wives on Strike: The Revolution” followed. This film focuses on a group of women who refuse to have sex with their husbands. They did this to push them into advocating for a young girl, forced by her father to marry an older man.

Their movement soon evolves into a broader protest against gender-based violence in the community. Though lighthearted, the film sparks vital conversations about the challenges women face.

“The Uprising: Wives on Strike” delves deeper into themes of love, friendship, loss, betrayal, and resilience. The story follows a widow as her world unravels after kidnappers take her only child. As time runs out, she must confront the darkest aspects of human suffering to save her child.

What’s more, Dioni Vision Films produced the film and Nile Entertainment distributed it. “The Uprising: Wives on Strike” marks the first title under Nile’s distribution arm.

Tomi Adeoye and Omoni Oboli produced the film, which features a star-studded cast. These include Omoni Oboli, Hilda Dokubo, Uche Jombo, Chioma Akpotha, Ufuoma McDermott, Bukunmi “Kiekie” Adeaga-Ilori, Okey Bakassi, and many others.

Notable actors such as May Yul Edochie, Julius Agwu, Segun Arinze, and Sani Musa Danja also play key roles in this powerful drama.