Tag: Gist

Hails Sporting Fiesta as Crucial to Youth Development and Regional Progress   Former Super Eagles star and Nigerian football legend, Chief Segun Odegbami (MON), has thrown his weight behind the much-anticipated South West Games 2025. The celebrated sports icon described the event as a groundbreaking initiative that will foster talent development, youth empowerment, and regional…

In a remarkable show of commitment to community development and empowerment, the Oba Saheed Elegushi Foundation has announced a generous allocation of N200 million to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and students in Eti-Osa area of Lagos State. This initiative coincides with the 15th anniversary of His Royal Majesty, Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi, the…

The attention of the Palace of His Royal Majesty, Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi (Kusenla III), has been drawn to the misinformation going round in a section of the media, over the purported withdrawal of security details attached to the traditional ruler. It is pertinent to note that this routine shuffling of security aides by the…

Lagos State Delegation meets with the Mayor of San Francisco and the Film & Entertainment Commission team, the EMPIRE Africa team, and the Office of the State Rep. Matt Haney on a city/state collaboration for music & cultural exchanges amongst creatives while also focusing on investments in technology & innovation incubation hubs, with shared ideas…

Iconic Nigerian comedian, Gbenga Adeyinka D’1st, is set to embark on a global comedy tour, bringing laughter and excitement to fans around the world. The Laffmattazz tagged “About Time World Tour” promises to be an unforgettable experience, featuring Gbenga Adeyinka D’1st’s unique brand of comedy and other amazing comedians. The tour will kick off in…

Fast Rising Nigerian comedian, Makinde David, has received a prestigious recognition from the Lagos State Government for his sold-out comedy show, “Class Clown.” The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism has listed “Class Clown” as one of the top 50 events in Lagos that generated significant revenue and captivated audiences in December. Makinde David, also known…

Renowned entertainment expert and founder of Now Muzik Group, Efe Omorogbe has weighed in on the ongoing dispute between gospel artist Mercy Chinwo and her former label, EeZee Conceptz, responding to recent statements by Apostle Anselm Madubuko about his role as mediator in the case. He weighs in as a music industry expert and as…

Mercy Chinwo former label EeZee Conceptz has issued an official response to Apostle Anselm Madubuko’s press statement, rejecting claims of financial impropriety and non-cooperation during mediation efforts in its ongoing dispute with former artist Mercy Chinwo. The label has strongly reaffirmed its transparency, contractual compliance, and rightful ownership of the music catalogue created during Mercy…

Gospel music label EeZee Conceptz has issued an official response to recent allegations leveled against its CEO, Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu (popularly known as EeZee Tee), concerning a purported fraud of $345,000 involving gospel artist Mercy Chinwo. The label strongly refutes these claims and has clarified its position on the ongoing contractual dispute with the artist. In…

The festive season, known as “Detty December,” has come and gone, leaving in its wake a vibrant trail of economic activity and joyful memories. While much of the spotlight has been on the remarkable achievements in Lagos’s nightlife, hospitality, and tourism sectors, there is an often-overlooked contributor to the season’s success: the tireless efforts of…