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  BY- EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA BENJAMIN ✓ Tinubu’s Legacy Projects: Right Or Wrong? T he recent naming and renaming of projects after President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has triggered mixed reactions by Nigerians online and offline. Even Arise TV Anchors, Reuben Abati, Rufai Oseni, and Ayo Mairo-Ese, on Friday, 24th January, weighed on the issue, airing their diverse opinions. On Thursday, 23rd January, President Bola Tinubu commissioned a newly built army barracks in Abuja, named after him. The project is located in the Asokoro area, with the purpose of providing accommodation for Nigerian Army personnel. The project features various facilities, including worship centers, sports centers, a power house with a good road network. Before the commissioning of the project, on 21st January 2025, it was reported on national dailies that the federal government had approved the establishment of a federal polytechnic in Abuja, named after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This was affirmed by the current Minist...

  BY- EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA BENJAMIN ✓Alleged Multi-dating: Gospel Singer Arrested With Severed Corp Member’s Head T he internet was thrown into shock as viral news/report by many news outlets and national dailies revealed on 14th January, 2025, how a self-proclaimed gospel singer, Timilehin Ajayi, was nabbed by the Nasarawa State Police Command for murdering and dismembering his twenty-four-year-old girlfriend’s, Salome Enejo. Enejo was undergoing her mandatory one-year National Youth Service (NYSC) and was attached to Nicon Insurance in Abuja as her Primary Place of Assignment (PPA). While addressing the incident, the state police command spokesperson, Ramhan Nansel, revealed that the horrific crime was unraveled on Sunday, 12th January, 2025. As the suspect, Timilehin Ajayi, was caught transporting the victim’s head on a commercial motorcycle in the New Karu local government area of Nasarawa State to an undisclosed location. The police rushed to the scene and rescued the suspect from...

I n this exclusive interview Nigerian singer, Sopuru Precious Odunze , popularly known by the stage name, ‘ Boypee ’ talked about what triggered his collaboration with singers, Brown Joel and Hyce on his hit track “ Ogechi ”. His influences and the way he handles the pressure coming from the music industry. The original “ Ogech i ” track gained massive popularity initially, but the remix featuring popular Nigerian singer, Davido catapulted the song to a new height. The remix was released before the megastar’s wedding, it took over social media, with many users incorporating the track into their online content, further solidifying “Ogechi” as one of Nigeria’s biggest hit song in 2024.  EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA   brings excerpts. Tell us a bit about yourself and your family background. I hail from the vibrant state of Imo, but I was born and raised in Anambra. Growing up in a busi­ness-oriented family instilled in me a strong work ethic and a com­petitive spirit. It’s this foundation th...

  I n this exclusive interview with Egungwu Chukwuka , award-winning Nigerian video director Adindu Collins , popularly known as ‘ Director Dindu ’ reveals how his passion for filmmaking started with photography, and led him to storytelling. The Benin-City-born and bred founder of Cinema House Productions has directed projects for top artistes like Davido, Joeboy, DJ Neptune, and Praiz. He also directed the video of the song ‘Work Me Out’ by Jamaican singer, Shenseea where she featured Wizkid.   Can share with us what triggered your decision to choose film and music video directing as a career?   Right from when I was young, I have always had a very imaginative mind. I am an imaginative thinker; I think a lot and can make up entire scenarios. After school, I discovered photography, which helped me realise my potential for capturing captivating images. This led me to filmmaking, as I recognised my imaginative mind would thrive in that field. Looking at my work today, you ...

F ashion has aided storytelling in African music videos, using style and beauty to convey emotion, promote our culture, and identity. In this brief exclusive chat with   NONSO CHILAKA,  p opularly known as   ‘WHYTACE’ , a talented fashion stylist who has made a significant impact in the Nigerian entertainment industry by styling top Nigerian artistes for their music videos, he talks about his journey, inspirations, and the importance of fashion in storytelling, particularly in music videos, and highlighted the skills and qualities necessary to succeed as a stylist.   EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA  brings excerpts:    Tell us about yourself and the work you do?  I’m known professionally as ‘Whytace’, a seasoned fashion stylist with a passion for helping people look and feel their best. My work includes trend analysis, wardrobe curation, and creating visually compelling looks that align with my clients’ personal style and image goals.  How did you get start...

P opular award-winning music video director, cinematographer, and filmmaker,  PRAISE ONYEAGALAM   known professionally as Director Pink , in this exclusive interview with  EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA BENJAMIN ,   shares her inspiring journey from aspiring actress to successful director, overcoming the challenges in a male-dominated industry. As the founder of Pinkline Films, a Nigerian  film company, Director Pink has made a significant impact in the industry, directing and shooting numerous popular music videos, including: ‘Dey Your Dey’ by Timaya, ‘Do’ by Phyno ft Burna Boy, ‘Egwu’ by Chike ft Mohbad, ‘Abracadabra’ by Wizkid ft Skiibii, Naira Marley, & Rexxie, ‘Roju’ by Chike and many more. In 2021, she also remade the folklore as a movie, ‘Lady Koi Koi’ (The Arrival), showcasing her versatility and creative expertise. Through her work, Director Pink continues to break barriers and inspire future generations of female filmmakers. Excerpts:    Can you tell u...

  N i gerian Music Director,  Adiukwu Daniel Nkemakolam ,  popularly known as  ‘ KEMZART ‘ in this exclusive chat with  EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA BENJAMIN ,  talks about what triggered him towards choosing filmmaking as a career, and brief insight into some of his works. Excerpts:     What triggered your decision to choose video directing as a career?  Growing up, I have always been an artiste. I used to draw and paint while I was young, and then I evolved. I just knew that I wanted to do something bigger, and at some point, I was a graphic designer. I used to make cover art for musicians, and I just felt the need to evolve.  I felt I could do more than just being a graphic designer. I asked myself questions “What is the next thing I could be on?” and the answer was film making, specially music videos. That’s how I came about shooting music videos, due to the need to evolve.  Can you give us a short list of Nigerian artist you have worked fo...

  I n this exclusive interview, Nigerian- British actress, Genoveva Kenechukwu Umeh shares her journey in Nollywood, her experiences, and her vision for the industry’s future. The Enugu-born recently won the Best Supporting Actress award at the 2024 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award ( AMVCA ) for her role in ‘ Breathe of Life’ . She was also nominated for Best Actress in a drama at the 2022 AMVCA for her role in ‘A Tune Away’. Genoveva also starred in series like ‘Blood Sisters’ and the young adult series ‘Far From Home’.  EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA BENJAMIN   brings excerpts.    What inspired you to become an actress, and how did it begin?  I became passionate about acting in high school, and I found out that I was the happiest while performing. I also watched Nigerian films and series and I was inspired by the women that starred in them. If an actress moved me, I would be on the internet reading up all I could about her. Professionally though, my acting career beg...