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US Senate Declines To Fast-Track TikTok Bill

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March 15, 2024

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A bill that would force the sale of TikTok from its Chinese owners or see it banned in the United States will move cautiously in the US Senate, key lawmakers said, after it sailed through the House.

The bill’s whirlwind House passage on Wednesday, and its backing from US President Joe Biden, had raised alarm bells that the app, used by 170 million in the United States, could be shut down within months.

But hopes from TikTok’s foes that the Senate could also move quickly were dashed, with key senators saying they would put the proposed law through the usual legislative process, which can take months.

“These fields are evolving and changing so rapidly that you can do a lot of damage by moving too quickly or without the facts,” Senator Ron Wyden, a Democrat who chairs the Senate Finance Committee, told the Washington Post on Friday.

Passing major legislation is especially difficult in an election year, and backers of the bill have bitterly predicted that the House’s proposed law would die in the Senate.

“What we’re likely to see happen in the Senate is people will nickel-and-dime it, a death by a thousand cuts,” Republican Senator Josh Hawley told Axios.

“Nothing that Big Tech doesn’t want moves across the Senate floor,” he said.

Senate leaders who would be in charge of shepherding the proposed law through a complicated amendment process and bringing it to a vote have been noncommittal on the bill.

After the House vote, Senator Maria Cantwell, a Democrat who chairs the Commerce Committee, said that she would “try to find a path forward that is constitutional and protects civil liberties.”

Republicans also expressed caution, and on Thursday former president Donald Trump reiterated his opposition to any ban of TikTok, asking his supporters to focus their anger on Facebook-owner Meta instead.

Trump’s position, which was surprisingly ignored by Republicans in Wednesday’s vote, is a reversal from his efforts as president to force TikTok away from ByteDance, its Chinese owner, efforts which were ultimately blocked by the courts.

Some Western governments have voiced concern about TikTok’s soaring popularity, alleging that the app’s ownership makes it subservient to Beijing — and could be used as a conduit to spread propaganda — claims TikTok and Beijing deny.

The White House has said Biden will sign the bill if it reaches his desk.

AFP

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Super Eagles Iwobi to launch music album ‘More To Life’

The Fulham FC star revealed that the exnded play (EP) will feature a blend of solo efforts and collaborations, with Iwobi working alongside artistes such as 24am, Teniola Time, Gidi, Fido and SPK.

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2 days ago

April 1, 2026

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The Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has ventured into the music industry besides footballing, revealing on Instagram that he is set to release the first album, titled ‘More To Life,’ on April 9.

The Fulham FC star revealed that the exnded play (EP) will feature a blend of solo efforts and collaborations, with Iwobi working alongside artistes such as 24am, Teniola Time, Gidi, Fido and SPKS.

The announcement was accompanied by the album artwork and a full tracklist for the nine-song project.

Two of the tracks will see the midfielder perform solo, highlighting his growing confidence in music.Iwobi is no stranger to the studio, having previously collaborated with fellow footballer Chuba Akpom—who records under the alias Skoli—as well as British rapper Ramz on the track Hop Out.

Despite his ventures into music, the 29-year-old continues to play a key role on the pitch.

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Superstory TV Drama Begins Today With ‘Game Boys’

The star-studded casts of Superstory include: Toyin Alausa; Gloria Anozie; Nifemi Bruce; Saheed Bayonle; Bukky Ogunnote; Abiola Ajibike; Adeyoju Oluwaferanmi; Tolu Ogungbade; Jerry Smart; Mercy Effiong; Omolara Adenuga; Ifeoluwa Shobande; Christiana Nnamani; Favour Tawo; Yarima Shammah; Eniola Matonle, and many of your favourite stars.

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March 26, 2026

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” From today March 26, 2026, episodes of Superstory: Game Boys will be airing weekly to viewers across Nigeria and several parts of Africa on NTA Network (Thursdays), wapTV (Thursdays), BCOS Ibadan (Saturdays), ITV Benin (Wednesdays), RSTV (Saturdays), ARTV (Tuesdays), PRTV (Saturdays), ITV Abuja (Wednesdays), MITV (Sundays ) and RAVE TV (Wednesdays); as well as online on YouTube: “waptvchannel.”

This is disclosed by the producer of Superstory TV Drama, Wale Adenuga Jnr., emphasising: “Superstory: Game Boys is a very captivating story which would hook viewers from the very first episode.”

Giving insights into the plot, Adenuga Jnr, said : “The Superstory: ‘Game Boys’ tells the story of Toyin, who dates a renowned internet fraudster, D-Boy, despite warnings from her brother, Ladi. All the while, she believes she is not directly committing any crimes.

“However, she soon finds herself drawn deeper into the dangerous world of cybercrime as her beauty catches the attention of bigger players who are ruthless and diabolical in nature.

“To save the family, Ladi must go to extreme lengths before it is too late.”

In addition to the great production design and the multiple celebrities in it, the programme stands strong on the foundation of a very fascinating story, which is authentically African and relatable to viewers of all ages.

After Superstory recently won the ‘TV Drama of the Year’ award at the Nigeria Media Merit Awards (NMMA), we promised something extra special, and here it is.

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AGN President Jetting to London for UK–Nigeria Creative Roundtable and Awards

I am honoured to participate in the creative roundtable and awards in collaboration with Elegant Flix 3D Magazine, themed: ‘Global Partnerships for Sustainable Cultural Heritage and Integrity’, which is in line with United Nations Social Development Goal17

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2 weeks ago

March 23, 2026

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The President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Abubakar Sanusi Yakubu, has been billed to participate in the upcoming UK–Nigeria Creative Roundtable and Awards.

The event, scheduled to hold annually, will take place on Thursday, March 26, from 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. in London

Commenting on the event, Yakubu affirmed that his participation would focus on engaging global industry leaders and fostering collaborations that promote Nigerian culture and talent on the world stage.

He said, “I will be in London for our forthcoming international engagement. I am honoured to participate in the creative roundtable and awards in collaboration with Elegant Flix 3D Magazine, themed: ‘Global Partnerships for Sustainable Cultural Heritage and Integrity’, which is in line with United Nations Social Development Goal17.

“I am looking forward to the event, and I know it will be an interesting and fruitful venture.”

Key stakeholders expected at the gathering include: Hannatu Musawa, Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy; founder, Elegant Flix 3DM Magazine – HRM Florence Okonkwo (Queen of the red carpet); Dr. Ejezie Emeka Rollas, (MON, emeritus president, AGN); Chief Steve Enoh (Chairman, organising committee); Hon. Desmond Elliot; Chioma Akpotha (host); Ifeoma Okeke – Ozzoude ( moderator/ event producer), among others.