The post Tinubu set to preside over Africa minerals summit in New York appeared first on Kemi Filani News. President Bola Tinubu will chair a high-level summit on Africa’s critical minerals in New York next month. The meeting will be held in Manhattan on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. Tinubu, who is the Chairman of the AMSG General Assembly, will chair the Third High-Level Roundtable on Critical [...] The post Tinubu set to preside over Africa minerals summit in New York appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died.His daughter, Kira Taiwo, announced his passing during an Instagram live session on Sunday...The announcement came days after revealing he was battling stage four cancer.Ogogo was a respected figure in Yoruba cinema and a major contributor to Nollywood’s growth.May his soul rest on in peace..

The post Black Sunday as Taiwo Hassan is dead after battle with cancer appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Death has struck Yoruba Nollywood again as Veteran, Taiwo Hassan is dead. The sad news of his demise was made known minutes ago by his daughter in a live video. The sad news has left many mourning. Regina Chukwu wrote, “Jesus. I am broken for the rest of my today Joke Jigan wrote, “Jesu Folorunsho [...] The post Black Sunday as Taiwo Hassan is dead after battle with cancer appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

Nigeria’s drug agency, the NDLEA, arrested a 101 year old woman in Ogun State for selling cannabis.On 15th of August 2026, officers in Ilisan, Ogun State, arrested Esther Ogunmabo and found her with 90 grams of skunk (a type of cannabis) packed in small sachets ready for sale. She told the officers she began selling the drug after a fire destroyed her small provisions shop.According to her, one

 

Nollywood veteran Tony Umez, fondly known as Durling and Tonero Angel, turns 60 in a traditional birthday look featuring a white Etibo-inspired tunic, South-South wrapper and black velvet cap with gold detailing. The post Durling Is 60! Tony Umez Marks His Birthday in a White Etibo-Inspired Look appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

 

Nollywood actor Tony Umez is celebrating his 60th birthday today, August 23, 2026.Congratulations to you ''Dorling''

Veteran Nollywood actor and director Charles Inojie shared a frank view about the quick rise of certain young female actors in the Nollywood industry. Speaking on The Honest Bunch Podcast, he pointed out that some women enter the movie business with small roles, struggle at first, and then appear with expensive cars and houses for themselves and even their mothers.Charles Inojie said these

Reality TV star and Nollywood actor Venita Akpofure revealed that only men younger than she is approach her for love. She said her youthful appearance gives her an advantage in dating and makes her look much younger than the thirty nine years she is.....She said“I am thirty nine, but if I told you I was twenty eight, you would believe me. I only get approached by younger men. They are more

The post Transfer: Arsenal set to sell Martinell in £60m deal appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Arsenal are in talks with Al Hilal over a potential deal for Gabriel Martinelli, according to The Athletic. Martinelli has not featured at all for the Gunners this new season. It is understood that the Premier League champions are willing to sell the Brazilian if a suitable offer comes. Galatasaray expressed their interest in Martinelli [...] The post Transfer: Arsenal set to sell Martinell in £60m deal appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

 

The post Nigeria must not become a killing field — Peter Obi beomans insecurity appeared first on Kemi Filani News. 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has warned that Nigeria must not become a killing field. He has bemoaned insecurity in the country and called for urgent government action to halt the wave of killings and abductions. Obi, in a statement posted on X on Sunday, said recent deadly attacks in Benue, Plateau and Niger states [...] The post Nigeria must not become a killing field — Peter Obi beomans insecurity appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

Judge Bunza was kidnapped from his residence in Bunza Local Government Area on July 26, 2026 and released on August 3, 2026...This is a narrative of his time with the kidnappers and how he was released.....He narrated" When the five armed men that came to kidnap me asked me to follow them, I didn't resist them. We came out and moved East through a road adjacent to my house, passing behind other

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Usain Bolt proposed to longtime partner Kasi Bennett at his 40th birthday celebration after 13 years together and three children.

Eminem is auctioning more than 100 signed sneakers from his personal collection to benefit the Marshall Mathers Foundation’s work with Detroit-area youth.

The post Transfer: Ayyoub Bouaddi €100m move to Man City agreed appeared first on Kemi Filani News. Fabrizio Romano, the renowned football transfer journalist, has confirmed Ayyoub Bouaddi’s transfer to Manchester City for €100m has now been agreed with Lille. The transfer story has been a top one since the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with news of Man City chasing the Moroccan star popping up in top media outlets. According to Fabrizio, [...] The post Transfer: Ayyoub Bouaddi €100m move to Man City agreed appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

The post APC chairman pays visit to Emir Sanusi in Kano appeared first on Kemi Filani News. The All Progressives Congress (APC) national chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has paid a courtesy visit to the Emir of Kano, Khalifa Muhammadu Sanusi II, at the historic Rumfa Palace in Kano. The meeting took place on August 22, 2026, amid heightened political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections. Confirming the development to Punch on [...] The post APC chairman pays visit to Emir Sanusi in Kano appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

 Some people are too comfortable throwing comments that they can’t defend.They stir drama, twist narratives, and expect everyone to play along.That's not happening here....Clapback or dont complain!!

The post “Make una stop fight” — Wizkid chips into Blaqbonez, Odumodu Blvck drama appeared first on Kemi Filani News. It’s no longer news that popular Nigerian rappers Blaqbonez and Odumodu Blvck have a long-running beef that was recently revisited days ago. Wizkid, the Afrobeats heavyweight, has now chipped in. In the evening of Saturday, August 22nd, Wizkid came online on X to tweet about his old song ‘Everytime ‘, which featured American rapper Future. [...] The post “Make una stop fight” — Wizkid chips into Blaqbonez, Odumodu Blvck drama appeared first on Kemi Filani News.

Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck recently alleged on stage that police have tried to arrest him several times. He said these attempts are coming from people connected to fellow rapper Blaqbonez.He said that any news of his arrest should be linked to Blaqbonez and accused Chocolate City figures like Bizzle Osikoya, M I Abaga and Ice Prince of trying to protect Blaqbonez from sexual abuse claims. He

Actress Uche Ogbodo shared these “I know I look good and I’m owning it” kinda photos on Saturday August 22, 2026....The actress who was allegedly body shamed by estranged husband because of her former overlapping stomach, flat yansh and alleged slippers boobs has pimped all body parts he body shamed and has a new poise that radiates self confidence.....She looks so good and is tempting me....Let

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A couple of weeks ago, over a thousand people gathered at Enugu State Hospital, Parklane.There had been earlier reports calling on people with kidney problems to come for financial assistance and counseling. More than 500 of those present were said to be kidney patients. And those were only the ones who could make it. Imagine that number. What about those who couldn’t show up? What about other

Every week on TikTok, there’s a new trending sound; sometimes these sounds are one-liners from films, or one-liners from a celebrity, and sometimes they are from a trending song. In this article, we list 10 trending sounds you know that also happen to be some of our favorite Afrobeat tracks.  Since the release of her... Read More Read » Top 10 Trending Sounds on TikTok This Week on YNaija

A cease‑and‑desist notice dated August 21, 2026, has been issued to Miss Chidimma Esther Okagbue (Bella) by solicitors representing Mr. Segun Olusemo (Sheggz), following what they describe as a pattern of false, malicious and defamatory statements made after the end of the pair’s relationship.According to the letters, Sheggz alleges that Bella has publicly portrayed him as violent, abusive,

Hmmmmm....Zambian model and socialite Lisa Mutambo, 25, has died after reportedly vomiting nd becoming unconscious at her residence in Lusaka’s Kalundu area, shortly after a night out with friends.According to the Zambia Police Service, the incident was reported at 9:30am on Thursday, August 20, 2026, through Chelstone Police Station. Mutambo was pronounced dead between 3:30am and 4:30am at

Popular Nigerian digital creator, D English Alhaji, shared a video on Saturday on Instagram showing alleged terrorists inside the residence of a Nigerian Senator...The identity of the senator was not disclosed in the video or the accompanying post.The men, whose faces were clearly visible, were also seen with Nigerian passports allegedly obtained for them.The circumstances surrounding their