MultiChoice, organisers of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), has opened the call for entries for the 12th edition of the ceremony. In a statement on Sunday, the organisers said submissions are open from January 11 to February 15. They invited filmmakers and content creators across Africa to submit eligible works for consideration. The […] The post AMVCA opens for 2026 entries as organisers expand language categories appeared first on 36ng.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has congratulated the Super Eagles on their victory over the Algerian national team, describing the result as an achievement that has lifted national morale and strengthened Nigeria’s image on the global stage. In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja, the Ministry’s Spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, said the team’s performance is […] The post AFCON 2025: Super Eagles’ quarter-final win boosts Nigeria’s global image – FG appeared first on 36ng.

There are a couple of things we need Tems to teach us: first, how to sing; second, how to dress stylishly; and third, how to strike the perfect pose—because our poses can be very awkward at times. This photo of her from the set of “Raindance” with Dave feels like a lesson in all three. […] The post Tems’ White Bodycon Dress in Dave’s “Raindance” Video Deserves a Second Look appeared first on 36ng.

Media personality Chude has stirred conversations online after opening up about money, dating, and his personal experiences in relationships. Speaking in a recent interview on TVC, Chude revealed that he has never dated a woman who asked him for money at any point. According to him, his very first girlfriend — who was unmarried and […] The post “I’ve never dated a woman who asked me for money” — chude opens up appeared first on 36ng.

Would you still choose to live with your parents even if you were financially stable and globally famous? For Hollywood heavyweight Michael B. Jordan, the answer was a resounding yes. In a recent interview with CBS Sunday Morning, the 38-year-old actor opened up about his decision to share a home with his mother and father […] The post Why Michael B. Jordan Didn’t Move Out Even After Making It Big appeared first on 36ng.

The Federal Government has no plan to toll the rehabilitated Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos, the Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, has said. Umahi spoke on Sunday while answering journalists’ questions after inaugurating the N40 billion Closed Circuit Television Camera Centre on the Third Mainland Bridge. “We will not engage in construction on this […] The post FG rules out tolling Third Mainland Bridge — Umahi appeared first on 36ng.

Popular streamer and skit-maker Carter Efe’s baby mama, Emmanuella, has finally broken her silence following multiple posts allegedly made about her by the comedian online. In a video shared on her Instagram page, Emmanuella said she never imagined she would have to speak publicly about her private life but felt compelled to respond after what […] The post “We still had s*x 3 days ago”- Cater Efe’s baby mama breaks silence over claim of being single for over a year appeared first on 36ng.

The Ekiti State Government has announced plans to begin the administration of the Measles–Rubella (MR) vaccine this month as part of efforts to strengthen routine immunisation and protect children from preventable diseases. The State Immunisation Officer, Mrs Omolabake Ogundola, described measles and rubella as highly contagious and potentially fatal illnesses, noting that the introduction of […] The post Ekiti Launches Statewide Vaccination Drive Against Measles and Rubella appeared first on Media Room Hub.

Manchester City have officially completed the signing of Ghanaian attacker Antoine Semenyo from AFC Bournemouth, securing the forward on a long-term contract. The Premier League champions confirmed on Friday that the 26-year-old has committed his future to the club by signing a five-and-a-half-year deal that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2031. In […] The post Man City Raid Bournemouth: Antoine Semenyo Officially Joins the Champions appeared first on Media Room Hub.

Top figures within the All Progressives Congress (APC), including influential governors and party leaders, have stepped in to calm rising tensions in Rivers State following a seven-day impeachment notice issued by the State House of Assembly against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu. Credible party sources revealed late Thursday that senior APC […] The post APC Rallies Behind Fubara: Party Leaders Reject ‘Destabilizing’ Impeachment Plot in Rivers appeared first on Media Room Hub.

Lagos state police has confirmed that Chris Okafor, the cleric, has surrendered to the command for investigation following allegations of sexual assault and murder levelled against him. The investigation was initiated on Sunday after widespread concern over accusations circulating against him on social media. The controversy intensified when an anonymous individual, claiming to be in […] The post Chris Okafor surrenders to police for probe over murder, sexual allegations appeared first on 36ng.

Nick Reiner, who has been charged in the double murd£r of famed parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, has reportedly been taken off su!c!de watch. The 32-year-old remains in solitary confinement at the Twin Towers Correctional Facility, a source within the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department told People on Monday. Nick, charged with two first-degree murd£r […] The post Hollywood legend, Rob Reiner’s son Nick taken off su!c!de watch ahead of hearing on double murd£r of his parents appeared first on 36ng.

If you’ve spent the last year working from your favourite Lagos café or a home office in Abuja while “clocking in” for a company in London or New York, you already know that the remote life is the ultimate flex. However, as we step into 2026, the “administrative” side of the hustle is getting a […] The post Nigeria Tax Reform: What the 2026 Changes Mean for Remote Workers appeared first on 36ng.

Lagos is set to welcome the African music community as the host city for the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). The event’s organisers announced on Wednesday that over 418 artistes and delegates from across the continent are expected to converge on the metropolis for the six-day celebration of African music and […] The post AFRIMA: We’re expecting over 418 artistes, delegates in Lagos for 9th edition appeared first on 36ng.

It is officially a new era for legal education in Nigeria. On 6 January 2026, a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, confirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote as the Director-General of the Nigerian Law School, a move […] The post 5 Things to Know About Dr Titilayo Odusote: The First Woman Leading Nigeria’s Prestigious Law School appeared first on 36ng.

The board of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has once again rejected Paramount’s revised takeover bid, reaffirming its preference for an existing deal with Netflix and warning shareholders that Paramount’s proposal remains “too risky.” In a letter to shareholders on Wednesday, January 7, the WBD board described Paramount’s latest offer as “inadequate” and fraught with uncertainty, […] The post Warner Bros. Discovery board chooses Netflix as it rejects Paramount’s revamped takeover bid appeared first on 36ng.

Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has released an updated version for 2026, with 22 new Nigerian and West African expressions making the cut. In a post via X, the OED revealed that out of the 279 new words added to the dictionary, over 20 are expressions from West African countries including Nigeria, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Sierra […] The post FULL LIST: Abeg, biko, Afrobeats make Oxford Dictionary’s updated version appeared first on 36ng.

The United States has seized a Russian‑flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela after a weeks‑long pursuit across the Atlantic, officials say. The vessel, originally known as the Bella 1 and later renamed Marinera, was targeted under a federal court warrant because of its alleged involvement in transporting oil in violation of U.S. sanctions. The tanker had […] The post US seizes Russian‑Flagged Oil Tanker linked to Venezuela appeared first on 36ng.

A heated moment between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman has gone viral after the two Nigerian stars were seen arguing on the pitch during the match. 😳🔥 Fans are divided as reactions flood social media, with many asking what really caused the confrontation between the Super Eagles teammates. Was it frustration, miscommunication, or pure competitive […] The post Tension on the Pitch! Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman Clash on The Pitch in Heated Exchange (Video) appeared first on 36ng.

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has directed the inter-ministerial committee overseeing the international airport status of the Victor Attah International Airport to ensure all outstanding requirements are completed ahead of the facility’s full take-off in April 2026. The Federal Government had upgraded the airport to international status last year, paving the way for Akwa […] The post Akwa Ibom Governor Demands Results: Airport Must Take Off by April 1 appeared first on Media Room Hub.

The Nigerian Army has officially opened applications for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026, calling on qualified Nigerians to enlist as commissioned officers. In a statement released on Tuesday via the Army’s official X account, the DSSC programme was announced as open to both civilians and serving military personnel who possess relevant professional […] The post Nigerian Army Invites Applications for Direct Short Service Commission appeared first on Media Room Hub.

The Super Eagles have secured a spot in the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals after an emphatic 4–0 win over Mozambique in their Round of 16 encounter in Fès. Nigeria picked up right where they left off, extending their perfect run after winning all three group-stage matches to finish top of Group C. Mozambique, who reached the […] The post Super Eagles Crush Mozambique 4-0 to Storm into AFCON Quarter-Finals appeared first on Media Room Hub.

Rivers State Deputy Governor, Professor Ngozi Odu, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Odu joined the APC more than a month after Governor Siminalayi Fubara and most Rivers State lawmakers at both state and federal levels left the PDP for the ruling party. She completed her registration […] The post Rivers Deputy Governor Defects from PDP to APC appeared first on Media Room Hub.

Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Senator John Kojo-Brambaifa. Brambaifa, who represented Bayelsa West Senatorial District in the 5th National Assembly, passed away on Saturday at an Abuja hospital. He was 81 years old. In a condolence message released on Monday by his Chief Press Secretary, Daniel Alabrah, […] The post Bayelsa Governor Diri Pays Tribute to Late Senator Brambaifa appeared first on Media Room Hub.

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has denied responsibility for the alleged disappearance of N128 billion in the power sector, insisting that the funds were not lost during his tenure. Adelabu made this clarification on Monday after the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) called for an investigation into the Ministry of Power and the […] The post Adelabu Rebuffs SERAP: No N128bn Missing Under My Leadership appeared first on Media Room Hub.

The Lagos state police command has ordered a formal criminal investigation into sexual and murder allegations levelled against Chris Okafor, the founder of Grace Nation Ministry. The directive follows days of escalating public outrage fuelled by a series of sexual and murder allegations circulating on social media. The controversy deepened recently when a podcast KaaTruths […] The post Police probe murder, sexual allegations against Chris Okafor appeared first on 36ng.

Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Ahmad Gumi, has claimed that he was informed he had been listed for elimination as a Boko Haram figure on the same morning a US military air strike occurred in Nigeria. Gumi made the claim while addressing his congregation in a video that has gone viral and was posted by X user […] The post Gumi claims US marked him for strike as Boko Haram member appeared first on 36ng.

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted various quantities of illicit substances including Ketamine, Ecstasy and Tramadol pills concealed in sachets of coffee mix and book parcel heading to Zambia and the United Kingdom. Femi Babafemi, spokesperson of NDLEA, says the seizures made at a courier company in Lagos on 24th […] The post NDLEA intercepts illicit drugs in coffee sachets as Wanted female drug kingpin ‘Mama Kerosine’ is arrested in Ibadan appeared first on 36ng.

The Janaza (funeral) prayer for Sina Ghami and Abdul Latif Kevin Ayodele, both close associates of boxing star Anthony Joshua, will hold on Sunday, January 4, 2026. The bodies of Ghami and Latif, popularly known as “Latz,” were returned to the United Kingdom after a fatal road accident in Nigeria. The prayer service is scheduled […] The post Funeral for Anthony Joshua’s Close Friends Scheduled for Sunday at London Mosque appeared first on Media Room Hub.

Venezuela’s regional allies and political partners strongly criticized a major US military strike on the country on Saturday, while Spain stepped forward with an offer to mediate and push for a peaceful resolution. US President Donald Trump earlier announced that American forces had captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and flown him, along with his wife, […] The post Iran and Russia Join International Chorus Condemning US Military Action in Venezuela appeared first on Media Room Hub.

Gunmen invaded a village in Qua’an-Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State on Friday night, killing at least seven people and injuring several others. Eyewitnesses in Jos said the attack occurred in Bong village, Doemak District. The assailants reportedly went from house to house, targeting vulnerable residents, including women, children, and the elderly. Residents described […] The post Tragedy Strikes Plateau Village Once More; Seven Confirmed Dead appeared first on Media Room Hub.

The ladies of Heartbeat are here, and they’re bringing energy, confidence, and personalities that won’t let you scroll past. From writers and entrepreneurs to artists and actresses, these five women aren’t just looking for love; they’re redefining what it means to be bold, unapologetic, and intentional in the dating game. Over 12 weeks in the […]

Dating reality TV show lovers are in for a ride in January as MultiChoice’s new dating reality show, Heartbeat, premieres Sunday, January 11, 2026, on Africa Magic Showcase (DStv Channel 151, GOtv Channel 8), bringing 10 singles, five men and five women, into one house for 12 weeks of romance, drama, and serious sparks. From […]

Seven-time major singles champion Venus Williams was handed a wildcard to the Australian Open aged 45 on Friday, becoming the oldest woman ever to play at the season-opening Grand Slam. The American, who has played only a limited number of singles matches in recent years, will compete in the main draw at Melbourne Park for […] The post 45-Year-Old Venus Williams Set for Australian Open Return via Wildcard appeared first on Media Room Hub.

The Nigerian banking sector faced a sharp reality check in 2025 as bad loans surged past regulatory limits following the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) decision to withdraw COVID-19 pandemic forbearance measures. According to the CBN’s latest macroeconomic outlook report, the industry’s Non-Performing Loan (NPL) ratio climbed to 7%, officially breaching the apex bank’s 5% […] The post CBN Forbearance Withdrawal Triggers Rise in Non-Performing Loans appeared first on Media Room Hub.

The Kebbi State Police Command has officially cleared the air regarding an early morning explosion at the Bagudo General Hospital, confirming the incident was an industrial accident rather than an act of terrorism. The blast, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, initially sparked widespread panic, with unverified reports suggesting a bomb attack or […] The post Police Debunk Bomb Rumors: Equipment Overheating Caused Kebbi Hospital Explosion appeared first on Media Room Hub.