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Charly Boy to unveil historic memoir

1 day ago | newsexpressngr.com | Joshua Olomu

News Express |6th Jun 2025 | 9Maverick showbiz maestro, Charles Oputa, alias Charly BoyMaverick showbiz maestro, Charles Oputa, alias Charly BoyBy JOSHUA OLOMUMaverick showbiz maestro, Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, is set to unveil his memoir “999”, an intriguing story of his life’s journey so far. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the all-time social activist made the disclosure in a post on his Instagram page on Friday.
Burna Boy, Dangote, others among ‘100 Most Notable Peace Icons in Africa’

1 week ago | newsexpressngr.com | Joshua Olomu

News Express |28th May 2025 | 15By JOSHUA OLOMUGrammy-winning music superstar Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy and Aliko Dangote, president, Dangote Group, have been listed among the’2025 ‘100 Most Notable Peace Icons in Africa. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that they were named in the ‘Peace building row call’ at the ‘Unveiling News Conference’ by the organisers on Wednesday in Abuja.
Presidential Council escalates FRCN amended levies to VP, Speaker offices for swift resolution

2 weeks ago | newsexpressngr.com | Joshua Olomu

News Express |21st May 2025 | 18By JOSHUA OLOMUThe Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), has escalated the matter of Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN) amended levies to the Offices’ of the Vice President, Kashim Shettima, who is the chairman of the PEBEC. Accordingly, the Office of the Vice President forwarded a letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, seeking a swift action to resolve the issue.
Fans celebrate VDM’s release from EFCC custody

1 month ago | newsexpressngr.com | Joshua Olomu

News Express |8th May 2025 | 13 Martins Vincent Otse aka VeryDarkMan Martins Vincent Otse aka VeryDarkManBy JOSHUA OLOMUSupporters of embattled activist, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), have expressed delight over his release after spending six days in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) .
FG rolls out development fund for creative sector

1 month ago | newsexpressngr.com | Joshua Olomu

News Express |4th May 2025 | 12Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu MusawaMinister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu MusawaBy JOSHUA OLOMUHannatu 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.
FG, Chocolate City Sign MoU On Creative Industry Infrastructure

1 month ago | newsngr.com.ng | Joshua Olomu

The Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy and Chocolate City Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop key infrastructure towards By Joshua OlomuThe Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy and Chocolate City Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop key infrastructure towards repositioning Nigeria's creative industry.
‘Truth or Dare’ game: FCT residents raise concern

1 month ago | newsexpressngr.com | Joshua Olomu

News Express |16th Apr 2025 | 12By JOSHUA OLOMUConcerned Nigerians in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have expressed displeasure over the moral and cultural decline associated with the trendy ‘Truth or Dare’ game, particularly among young people. The residents spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in separate interview on Wednesday in Abuja.
Autistic artist solicits support for persons with special needs

1 month ago | nannews.ng | Joshua Olomu |Magdalene Ukuedojor |Tosin Kolade |Muhyideen Jimoh

SupportBy Joshua OlomuMulti-talented autistic artist, Tobechi Achionye, fondly known as Toby, has called for the creation of support fund to ensure inclusive education, therapy, creative empowerment and awareness programmes for persons with special needs. He made the call during a world news conference to mark the 2025 Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, in Abuja.
Musawa Lauds Nollyood's 'My Father's Shadow' For Cannes Festival

1 month ago | newsngr.com.ng | Joshua Olomu

Hannatu Musawa, Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy has celebrated blockbuster film 'My Father's Shadow' for emerging Nigeria's first movie to receive nominationBy Joshua Olomu Hannatu Musawa, Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy has celebrated blockbuster film 'My Father's Shadow' for emerging Nigeria's first movie to receive nomination for the prestigious Cannes Film Festival in 78 years.
15-yr-old Kanyeyachukwu clinches Guinness World Record for largest art canvas

2 months ago | nannews.ng | Joshua Olomu |Magdalene Ukuedojor |Folashade Adeniran |Tosin Kolade

By Joshua Olomu/Folasade AkpanKanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, a 15-year-old Nigerian artist, has broken the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the Largest Painting, unveiling the world’s largest art canvas by an individual. The record-breaking artwork, titled “Impossibility is a Myth,” was revealed in Abuja to mark the 2025 World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD).