From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Hon. (Dr.) Mai Mala Buni, on Thursday joined dignitaries from across Nigeria, Niger, Chad, and Cameroon at the Kanem Borno Cultural Summit, a gathering…
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Christmas Film Feud Sparks Copyright Debate in Nollywood
By Ado Salisu Nollywood’s festive movie season has been marred by allegations of copyright infringement involving two Christmas-themed films. A Kristmas to Love, produced by Lily Perez Films, became a Top 5…
Mata Media Debuts as Nigeria’s First Hausa-Language Women-Focused Media Outlet
A new milestone has been recorded in Nigeria’s media landscape with the launch of Mata Media, the country’s first women-centric media organization publishing exclusively in the Hausa language. Unveiled in Abuja, Mata…
“Stage as Our Story”: Kano Theatre Festival Revives an Ancient Theatrical Legacy
By Ahmad Muhammad Danyaro The stage is set once again for Kano to shine. Kano city is living up to its billing as the entertainment and culture hub of the Sahel with…
Breaking Barriers: Zainab and Fatima’s Journey
By Adamu Aminu To succeed in life, one must work hard, persevere, and navigate the challenges that pave the path to stardom. For those aspiring to excel in their chosen endeavors and…
Over 100 Motorcycle Riders to celebrate 10 years anniversary in Kano
By Ado Salisu Over 100 motorcycle riders are expected to storm the ancient city of Kano to celebrate it 10 years Metallic Durbar anniversary scheduled commence from October 31st to November 2nd,…
KANFEST 2025: Kano Welcomes The World To Grand Celebration of Arts And Culture
KANFEST 2025: Kano Welcomes The World To Grand Celebration of Arts And Culture By Abdullahi Yusuf Kano State is to host the maiden edition of KANFEST (Kalankuwa),a festival of arts and culture…
616 Films To Feature In Kano Indigenous Languages of Africa Film Market and Festival
616 Films To Feature In Kano Indigenous Languages of Africa Film Market and Festival By Abdullahi Yusuf No fewer than 616 films are to participate in the annual Kano Indigenous Languages of…
Kano NUJ Correspondents’ Chapel Launches Tea Break For Relaxation, Unity
Kano NUJ Correspondents’ Chapel Launches Tea Break For Relaxation, Unity By Abdullahi Yusuf The Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kano State Council,has launched a social welfare initiative tagged:“Tea…
Kano Set to Host National Summit on Creative Industry Development
The Kano State Government has approved the hosting of a landmark National Summit on Harnessing the Creative Industry to boost Nigeria’s GDP. The approval follows a compelling proposal forwarded to the state…
Sallah Homage: We Want Gaya Polytechnic to Commence Academic Activities This Year – Kano Deputy Governor Tells Emir of Gaya
…As NNPP National Working Committee Condoles Kano Government over Death of 22 Athletes By Mustapha Salisu Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has expressed the State Government’s commitment to ensuring…
Kano Government to Plant 5 Million Trees to Combat Environmental Degradation
By Salisu Hamisu Ali In a bold move to improve environmental health and combat air pollution, the Kano State Government has unveiled plans to plant five million trees across the state. The…
Kannywood Has Never Rejected Me Because of My Religion or Ethnicity — Prince Daniel (ABOKI)
Prince Daniel (ABOKI), the Director of a hit movie titled, Mai Martaba has revealed that his attention has been drawn to some publications with headlines suggesting that Kannywood rejected him because of…
Keybone and Dr Jazz Unveil Captivating New Single “I Only Have Eyes For You”
Nigerian hip-hop sensation Keybone teams up with the soulful sounds of Dr Jazz to deliver a mesmerizing new single, “I Only Have Eyes For You.” This collaboration promises to enchant listeners with…
‘I love Natasha’ — 2Baba says he wants to marry Edo lawmaker
Innocent ‘2Baba‘ Idibia has finally addressed the rumours surrounding his relationship with Natasha Osawaru, the deputy majority leader of Edo state house of assembly. On Monday, the award-winning singer made a surprise…
Nigerian romance film, “Love Lockdown”, premieres in Lagos
It was an elegant night of allure, passion and elegance as Nigerian romance drama, “Love Lockdown”, premiered on Saturday at the Filmhouse Cinema, Lagos. The event had in attendance the cast of…
Hundreds of millions in Asia celebrate Year of the Snake
From incense offerings and vibrant lion dances in Beijing to prayer rituals at temples in Bangkok and Taipei, hundreds of millions of people across Asia celebrated the Lunar New Year on Wednesday,…
Kano Censorship Board Suspends Actress Samha Over Alleged Misconduct
The Kano State Censorship Board has suspended popular Kannywood actress, Samha M. Inuwa, from appearing in films for one year, citing complaints about her “revealing dress and provocative videos.” According to a…
Davido turns 32, holds livestream birthday concert for fans
Nigerian global music sensation, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, is 32 today, and he is marking the milestone with a livestream “Davido & Friends Birthday Concert” to his fans worldwide. The…
Inspire Arewa Youths Initiative Hosts SME Expo 3.0 in Kano, Promoting Youth Entrepreneurship, SDG Progress
By Mustapha Salisu Inspire Arewa Youths Initiative (IAYI), a non-governmental organization focused on promoting youth education, empowerment, and entrepreneurship in Northern Nigeria, successfully held the third edition of its Small and Medium…
Indian Cultural Association: Driving Progressive Change Through Cultural Ties in Film
By Musa Sani Aliyu The Indian Cultural Association Kano spotlights the power of culture as a force for positive transformation in society, blending diverse influences to promote unity and progressive change. In…
Ex-President Jonathan, Kwara Governor’s Wife, Others Bag Afro Awards 2024
By Thompson Yamput Former President, Dr Goodluck Jonathan and Kwara Governor’s Wife, Prof. Olufolake Abdulrazaq are among Africans to be honoured at the 2024 Afro Award in Los Angeles, California, United States…
KILAF ’24 holds in Kano, features 57 nominees
By Abdullahi Yusuf The Kano Indigenous Languages of Africa Film Market and Festival (KILAF),has released the list of 57 nominated films for the KILAF ’24 Awards scheduled to hold in Kano on…
Spreading Joy: NGO Brings Fun, Laughter to Orphans in Kano
By Mustapha Salisu A non-governmental organization, Creating Happiness and Assistance Foundation (CHAF), organized a special event for children at the Nasarawa Orphanage Home in Kano, aiming to bring joy and happiness to…
All I want is joint custody, Davido tells Sophia Momodu
Nigerian Afrobeat megastar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has addressed the ongoing child custody dispute with Sophia Momodu, mother of his first daughter, saying, all he asked for is joint parenting….