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Basket Mouth in London

16th Feb 2015 Congratulations we believe is in order to popular Nigerian comedian Basket Mouth who successfully pulled off his comedy show live at the Apollo in London over the weekend. Performing alongside him also were top acts such as Wizkid and Olamide who we gather got the crowds to their feet.
 

Nigeria’s ICT ministry Plans to get more girls and women in ICT

17th Feb 2015 The Ministry of Information and Communication technology, and its Minister Mrs Omobola Johnson, are committed is committed to introducing and welcoming girls into ICT. This information was shared by Madam Olufunke Baruwa, the Technical Assistant, Research of the Ministry, at the launch of the ICT Club of the Pyramid of Excellence Schools ... Read More
 

MI fires back at writer Etcetera following celeb politicking rant.

16th Feb 2015 Former acoustic singer Etcetera has once more provoked in a new article on The Punch Newspaper where he criticizes celebs who lobby for political candidates. He lists and describes them as ‘political prostitutes’ and goes further to describe using celebs for campaigning as stupid as the aspirants themselves appearing on the videos ... Read More
 

Popular Ghanaian lawyer warns educational authorities to respect the constitution when dealing with students

16th Feb 2015 In Ghana, a popular lawyer Garry Nimako Marfo, known for leading thousands of students to victory at the Human Rights Court in the country, has cautioned against the abuse of power in educational institutions. Barrister Marfo aimed his warning especially at the authorities, in their conduct towards students. The lawyer also told ... Read More
 

World Health Organization praises Uganda for scaling nutrition

16th Feb 2015 The World Health Organization’s Country representative in Uganda, Dr. Wondimagegnehu Alemu, has commended the country for scaling up nutrition, and has pledged to support government’s and stakeholders efforts in battling malnutrition. Dr Alemu was speaking at the opening of a regional meeting on accelerating nutrition at Lake Victoria Serena Resort in Kampala ... Read More
 

New video alert – Burna Boy – Rockstar.

16th Feb 2015 Over now to some hot new music. Check and Balance singer Burna Boy has just released a new video to the track Rock Star. This gentle reggae Spaceship Entertainment jam is produced by Chopstix.
 

MIIP lists most influential Igbo personalities in entertainment

13th Feb 2015 Hi guys and welcome. Kicking off with gist that the Most Influential Igbo Personalities Book has listed some top Nigerian entertainers amongst the movers and shakers of the Igbo community. The MIIP in its 2012-2018 edition has recently honoured Chief Genevive Nnaji, P Square of Ifitedunu, Anambra State, Mavin Record CEO Don ... Read More
 

Korede Bello marches against Cancer

13th Feb 2015 Also winning is MAVIN Records 2.0 singer Korede Bello who joined the walk against Cancer, tagged ‘Walk and Race Against Cancer’ as part of 2015’s World Cancer Day efforts. Great to see the singer getting involved in humanitarian projects. #GodWin
 

Kenya to distribute healthcare equipment to hospitals across the country

13th Feb 2015 According to the president of Kenya, Uhuru Kenyatta, The government will donate and distribute modern healthcare equipment to two hospitals in each county in the country over the next 10 years. Equipment will be especially focused in the areas of theatre, surgical and sterilization, lab, kidney dialysis, ultrasound and digital x-ray equipment. ... Read More
 

Kevin Nwankor’s tempting fate premieres in Hollwood.

13th Feb 2015 So as we anticipate the Nigerian premiere of Kevin Nwankwor’s movie Tempting Faith, we EL NOW news gathers the movie premiered to great reviews at the 2015 Pan African Film Festival in Hollywood. As one of the movies selected to show at the Rave Cinema in Hollywood, ... Read More