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WOMA 2024 Kicks off With Roundtable Discussion on 90.9 FM This Saturday

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December 11, 2024

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The Steering Committee of the Wale Olomu Memorial Awards (WOMA 2024) has announced the commencement of its two-part event series, designed to spotlight critical issues in the Nigerian entertainment industry and honour trailblazers.

A statement signed by WOMA 2024 Steering Committee, said that the first event, a Roundtable Discussion, will kick off this Saturday morning with insightful discussions and a commitment to building a better future for the Nigerian entertainment community.

The Talkshow will feature prominent speakers addressing the theme: “Building Broad-Based Safety Nets for Veteran & Indigent Practitioners.

The statement said that the guest speakers are : “Mike Okri – Iconic Nigerian musician, renowned for evergreen hits such as Time Na Money and Rhumba Dance. Foluke Daramola-Salako – Acclaimed Nollywood actress and activist, deeply committed to humanitarian causes within the industry. Oluwaseun Ajasa – Leading legal expert and Managing Partner at Abraham, Thompsons & Co.”

The event will be hosted by Femi Akintunde-Johnson (FAJ) and Tokunbo Ojekunle, live on TopRadio 90.9 FM during The Vintage Talkshow.

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Tiwa Savage: “Usher is so lovely”

Tiwa Savage is widely known for her genre-blending sound and magnetic stage presence.

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June 20, 2025

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Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage has disclosed that American R&B star, Usher Raymond is a lovely personality.

Savage recently made this known during a chat with Rebecca Judd on Apple Music 1 during an intimate and entertaining session.

The self-acclaimed Africa’s number one bad girl reflected on her journey as one of Africa’s most influential music exports while opening up on being brought out by Usher as a surprise guest during his sold-out O2 Arena shows in London.

The ‘Somebody’s Son’ singer said, “That was the second time, the first was at Global Citizen in Ghana,” she shared.

“This one was extra special. I was so nervous, but Usher is just so lovely and professional.

”Tiwa Savage is widely known for her genre-blending sound and magnetic stage presence.

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R. Kelly serving 30 years prison sentence for sex trafficking

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June 20, 2025

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American singer R. Kelly is currently serving a 30-year jail sentence in North Carolina for sex trafficking and racketeering.

According to report, Kelly, 58, was recently rushed to the hospital from prison after what his lawyer described as a near-deadly overdose.

His legal team has now filed an emergency request asking the court to release him temporarily from custody, saying his life is in danger.

Kelly, collapsed in his solitary confinement cell on June 13, just three days after being isolated.

His lawyer, Beau Brindley, claimed that the singer was given a dangerously high dose of medication on June 12, while still in solitary confinement.

The next day, he reportedly fainted and was taken to Duke University Hospital, where doctors said the medication could have killed him.

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Multichoice: BBNaija Season 9 Reunion Starts June 23

The programme would be aired on Africa Magic Showcase and Africa Magic Family, as well as on DStv and GOtv platforms.

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June 20, 2025

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The organiser of the Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality TV show, Multichoice, has announced June 23, 2025, for the premiere of the season 9 edition reunion show titled ‘No Loose Guard’.

According to Multichoice, the reunion will bring new energy, drama, and excitement, as the 2024 housemates return with heightened emotions.

“Old beef, new energy, new drama. Your favourites are coming in hot. #BBNaijaReunion starts on June 23 at 10:00 p.m. Set your alarms,” the organiser said.

The programme would be aired on Africa Magic Showcase and Africa Magic Family, as well as on DStv and GOtv platforms.