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- world
Tinubu Can Govern From Anywhere, Presidency Says Amid Questions Over Leadership
The Presidency says President Bola Tinubu can continue exercising his constitutional powers while outside Nigeria, following questions from Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi about leadership while Tinubu is in Paris and Vice President Kashim Shettima is in the United States.
Global News Arena · 22 September 2026
- biography
Jimmy Odukoya: Biography, Career and Church Leadership
Jimmy Odukoya is a Nigerian pastor and actor who leads The Fountain of Life Church in Lagos. His career connects a prominent Christian ministry with Nigerian cinema and the international film industry.
GNA Writes · 12 September 2026
- entertainment
Omotola Jalade’s Daughter Meraiah Ekeinde Engaged: What We Know About the Romantic Proposal
Meraiah Ekeinde, daughter of Nollywood star Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, has announced her engagement after a romantic beachside proposal, giving fans a glimpse of her new chapter while keeping her fiancé’s identity private.
Lady NG · 12 August 2026
- world
The Fountain of Life Church: History and Leadership
The Fountain of Life Church is a Christian congregation based in Ilupeju, Lagos. Founded by Taiwo and Bimbo Odukoya, it is now led by their son, Jimmy Odukoya.
GNA Writes · 10 September 2026
- biography
The Rise and Artistic Journey of Maurice Sam
From modest theatre auditions in Lagos to commanding international streaming screens, Maurice Sam has redefined what it means to be a modern African leading man. His patient dedication to his craft proves that enduring artistic longevity is built on disciplined preparation rather than overnight internet fame.
Global News Arena · 20 August 2025
- entertainment
The Truth Behind the Pearl Wats and Maurice Sam Relationship
Public curiosity surrounding the two Nollywood stars has escalated from cinema whispers into a cultural sensation across African digital media. What began as magnetic on-screen romance in viral hits like Hello Tara has blossomed into one of the most talked-about celebrity bonds in contemporary entertainment.
Global News Arena · 1 November 2026
- world
Women Entrepreneurs Are Building the Businesses of Tomorrow
Women entrepreneurs are redefining what it means to build a business, turning skills, ideas, and digital opportunities into businesses with the potential to reach customers far beyond their immediate communities.
Adeola Babatunde · 21 August 2026
- world
Why Slow Customer Service Can Quietly Cost Your Business Money
A customer does not always tell a business when poor service has made them look elsewhere. Sometimes they simply stop replying.
GNA Writes · 18 August 2026
- world
Why Businesses Should Automate Before They Expand Their Costs
Growing a business without improving its processes can make the company more expensive to operate. Automation can help businesses increase capacity without simply adding more manual work.
GNA Writes · 12 August 2026
- world
Why Entertainment Businesses Need More Than a Large Audience
An audience can create attention, but a strong business needs a system for turning that attention into lasting value.
GNA Writes · 11 August 2026
- world
Why Getting Attention Is Not the Same as Growing a Business
Visibility can bring people to your business, but systems determine what happens after they arrive.
GNA Writes · 10 August 2026
- world
From Economic Uncertainty to Online Income: How to Turn Your Skills Into a Digital Business
Turn your skills into digital opportunities and build new income streams in an uncertain economy.
Adeola Babatunde · 8 August 2026
- politics
Doris Ogala and Her Men: Broken Vows and Courtroom Drama.
Doris Ogala's reported remand in Lagos has brought renewed attention to her long-running public dispute with Pastor Chris Okafor. The actress, who is also an African Action Congress governorship candidate in Abia State, pleaded not guilty to allegations involving electronic communications, intimate material and attempted extortion.
Queen Diana Story · 29 October 2026
- world
French Unrest and AI Fake News: President Macron Warns of Online Distortion
French President Emmanuel Macron has criticised misleading claims surrounding unrest in France, including the circulation of AI-generated images. The controversy highlights a growing challenge for journalists and the public: in a world where convincing images can be fabricated, seeing is no longer the same as knowing.
Your Brand Angel · 21 October 2026
- world
Bimbo Ademoye’s ‘My 30th Wedding’ Draws Millions to YouTube with Love and Marriage Drama
Bimbo Ademoye’s romantic film, starring Timini Egbuson, records millions of views following its October premiere on YouTube.
GNA Writes · 16 October 2026
- biography
La Liga: Biography, History and Spanish Football Legacy
La Liga is Spain’s leading men’s football league and one of the sport’s most influential competitions. Its history brings together celebrated clubs, regional identities and generations of outstanding players.
GNA Writes · 2 October 2026
- biography
Taiwo Odukoya: Biography, Career and Ministry Legacy
Taiwo Odukoya was a Nigerian pastor and former petroleum engineer who co-founded The Fountain of Life Church in Lagos. The father of actor and pastor Jimmy Odukoya, he became known for his preaching, leadership and commitment to family life.
GNA Writes · 24 September 2026
- world
"Who's In Charge" Matters More Than "Where You Are" for Nigerian Business Owners
Political debates over where Nigeria’s leaders are governing from can dominate headlines, but for business owners, the more practical concern is how government decisions affect costs, regulations and operations. Staying informed can help businesses prepare for policy and economic changes.
Global News Arena · 22 September 2026
- politics
Peter Obi: Humility Gone Wrong?
At some point, accessibility stops being humility and begins to look like overexposure. Sometimes, the most powerful thing a leader can do is simply step back.
Queen Diana Story · 29 August 2026
- make money
Affiliate Marketing Is Taking Over Social Media: How ShopMy, LTK, TikTok Shop and Amazon Are Turning Everyday Posts Into Income
Social media is rapidly becoming a powerful marketplace where everyday posts can lead directly to product sales and creator income. From TikTok Shop and Amazon to LTK and ShopMy, affiliate marketing is changing how people discover, recommend and buy products online. Is
Lady NG · 25 August 2026
- world
BTS Members Prepare for Full Group Comeback: Why This Return Feels Bigger Than Music
BTS prepares for its full-group return in 2026, this comeback is more than a musical moment,it’s a powerful reminder that growth, patience, and personal development often lead to the strongest returns.
Adeola Babatunde · 24 August 2026
- entertainment
2026 VMAs: Madonna and Taylor Swift Set for Historic Battle of the Pop Queens.
Madonna leads the 2026 VMAs with 11 nods to Taylor Swift’s 9. But the real story? A 68-year-old icon completely dominating a category full of artists who weren't even born when she debuted.
Reva Mag · 18 August 2026
- biography
Lagos: Biography, History and Cultural Identity
Lagos is Nigeria’s leading commercial city and one of Africa’s most influential cultural centres. Its history, waterfront geography and creative industries have shaped a distinctive identity with global reach.
GNA Writes · 17 August 2026
- entertainment
A$AP Rocky's Comments About Rihanna's Wealth Offer a Different Perspective on Success, Confidence and Comparison.
A$AP Rocky shut down the idea that Rihanna's wealth should make him feel small. The mindset is useful far beyond romantic relationships.
Reva Mag · 7 August 2026
- education
Why Mr Macaroni Master Degree with Distinction Matters.
Nigerian actor and civic advocate Adebowale Adedayo has graduated from London drama powerhouse Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts with top academic honours. His accomplishment redefines what it means to transition from viral internet satire to formal global stage mastery.
Global News Arena · 4 November 2026
- lifestyle
Did Nollywood Drama Hello Tara Borrow from Love Me Daily.
The hit film Hello Tara exposes modern society's desperate search for emotional safety and meaningful connection in a superficial digital world. Whether a direct inspiration or a cultural coincidence, the movie mirrors the exact holistic vision powering Love Me Daily.
Queen Diana Story · 4 November 2026
- sports
Will Jesús Owono ever forgive himself? : Jesús Owono and the Tragedy of Jesús de Miguel.
A fatal collision in Spain leaves Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel dead and Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono at the centre of an unimaginable sporting heartbreak. The disaster exposes the fragile boundary between athletic competition and sudden grief.
Auxi Sherpa · 3 November 2026
- sports
The Life and Legacy of Footballer Jesús de Miguel
Everything you need to know about Jesús de Miguel. The inspiring journey of striker Jesús de Miguel stands as a testament to perseverance in the unforgiving pyramid of Spanish football. From regional mud pitches to celebrated promotions, his story represents the grit and humility that define the sport's true working-class heroes.
Queen Diana Story · 3 November 2026
- world
Jimi Odukoya Introduces Pastor Mo as His New Wife: What Is Really Happening, and Where Is Kemi Odukoya?
The Jimmy Odukoya new wife question has taken over Nigerian social media, and I think it says as much about us as it does about him. A single photograph of two hands and a ring, posted on 30 October, was enough to send thousands of people into congratulations, confusion and speculation.
GNA Writes · 1 November 2026
- education
How to Land a Remote Writing Job in 30 Days: A Real Plan.
A remote writing job within a month is possible, but only for writers who treat the 30 days like a campaign. Here is a week by week plan, plus the scam warning signs I would not ignore.
Queen Diana Story · 1 November 2026
- fashion
Sanwo-Olu walks the runway at Lagos Fashion Week 2026
The Lagos State governor appeared on the runway for Ugo Monye. The appearance connects political visibility with fashion, but details about its purpose and any associated commitments remain unconfirmed.
Queen Diana Story · 31 October 2026
- entertainment
DJ Cuppy dating update: Does her X post confirm a date?
The Nigerian entertainer’s brief remark mentions her dating life, but provides no details about an outing. The available quote leaves the central question unanswered.
GNA Writes · 31 October 2026
- entertainment
Broda Shaggi and Dorathy Bachor: Rumours Are Not Proof
Videos described as heartfelt have prompted speculation about the Nigerian entertainers. The public interest lies in how quickly an affectionate moment can become an unsupported claim about private lives.
GNA Writes · 31 October 2026
- fashion
Studio Imo Lagos Fashion Week: Crochet Reimagined
Studio Imo brought contemporary crochet, collaborative craftsmanship and expressive knitwear to Lagos Fashion Week 2026 with Clan, a collection developed alongside 21 Wool Street and Crochet Nigeria. The presentation explored how traditional hand techniques can shape modern silhouettes through texture, colour and movement.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Bornstar Nigeria Lagos Fashion Week: Movement in Design
Bornstar Nigeria explored movement, proportion and colour at Lagos Fashion Week 2026 through ponchos, fringed blazer coats and expressive menswear. The presentation showed how thoughtful construction and fluid detailing can give contemporary Nigerian fashion a distinctive visual identity.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Désirée Iyama Fashion: Feminine Design, Slow Fashion and the Meaning of Modern Nigerian Style
Désirée Iyama fashion brings together feminine silhouettes, thoughtful craftsmanship and a more considered approach to clothing, showing how a Nigerian womenswear label can balance personal expression, everyday functionality and responsible production.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Pepperrow Lagos Fashion Week collection featuring hand-printed fabrics, raffia detailing and contemporary African fashion: Craft Meets Contemporary Style
Pepperrow returned to Lagos Fashion Week 2026 with a collection shaped by hand-printed fabrics, raffia details and decorative embellishments. Founded by Omafume Niemogha, the Nigerian label continues to explore how traditional craft techniques can inform contemporary fashion.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Imad Eduso Into the Wild at Lagos Fashion week 2026
Imad Eduso brought a new dimension to its Lagos Fashion Week story with Into the Wild, a collection that expanded the brand into menswear while retaining its expressive approach to contemporary fashion. From raffia hats and fringed trousers to animal-inspired prints and lace, the presentation explored how familiar design signatures can evolve.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Irapada fashion Explores Nigerian Fashion Through Creative Reuse
Irapada brings a fresh perspective to Nigerian fashion by transforming overlooked fabric remnants into expressive clothing and accessories, demonstrating how creativity, craftsmanship and sustainability can work together to shape the future of contemporary African design.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Pettre Taylor Lagos Fashion Week: Stories Across Generations
Pettre Taylor explored identity, migration and cultural memory through The Middlemen, a collection presented at Lagos Fashion Week 2026. Drawing on the designer’s connection to the Kwararafa, or Jukun, people, the presentation combined knitwear, woven fabrics, oversized denim and nomadic-inspired styling.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- fashion
Bakusoraya at Lagos Fashion Week 2026: Beninese Heritage
Bakusoraya brought Beninese textile traditions and contemporary African elegance to the Lagos Fashion Week 2026 runway. Through batik inspired prints, embroidery, fringe and fluid silhouettes, the label explored how cultural heritage can inform modern fashion.
Global News Arena Writer · 29 October 2026
- fashion
NKWO Fashion Brand: Nkwo Onwuka’s Vision for Sustainable African Design
Founded by Nigerian designer Nkwo Onwuka, NKWO combines traditional craftsmanship with textile waste reduction and contemporary fashion. Through its development of Dakala Cloth and its work with artisans, the label explores how discarded materials can become valuable resources while supporting the preservation of local skills.
Global News Arena Writer · 29 October 2026
- fashion
Sevon Dejana Fashion Brand: Segun Edikan’s Vision of Couture
Sevon Dejana has developed a distinctive presence in Nigerian luxury fashion through sculptural silhouettes, intricate embellishment and story driven couture. Founded by Aladejana Segun Victor Edikan, the label brings together family craftsmanship, personal expression and a contemporary approach to occasionwear.
Global News Arena Writer · 29 October 2026
- fashion
Iremitide Fashion Brand: The Art of Occasionwear and Dramatic Elegance
Iremitide brought a vivid interpretation of occasionwear to Lagos Fashion Week 2026, using colour, embellishment and sculptural silhouettes to create garments designed to command attention. Its presentation offers a starting point for examining how contemporary African fashion approaches celebration, femininity and the art of dressing.
Global News Arena Writer · 29 October 2026
- fashion
Street Souk fashion platform: the Rise of African Streetwear
Founded by Iretidayo Zaccheaus, Street Souk has helped create a platform for Nigerian streetwear brands and the communities surrounding them. Its Lagos Fashion Week presentations demonstrate why streetwear deserves to be understood as a creative culture, not simply a casual clothing category.
Global News Arena Writer · 29 October 2026
- fashion
ChicNiCity Fashion Brand: Bibi Asenuga’s Modern African Identity
Founded by Nigerian American designer Boye “Bibi” Asenuga, ChicNiCity brings African inspired prints and colours into contemporary ready to wear fashion. Its appearance on the Lagos Fashion Week 2026 schedule connects the brand’s international outlook with a wider conversation about heritage, identity and modern dressing.
Global News Arena Writer · 29 October 2026
- fashion
Kilentar Fashion Brand: Michelle Adepoju’s African Vision
Michelle Adepoju is building a fashion identity around West African craftsmanship, Yoruba heritage and contemporary womenswear. Her journey reveals how cultural memory, the work of women artisans and modern design can intersect in an industry constantly searching for new creative perspectives.
Global News Arena Writer · 29 October 2026
- fashion
Hertunba Fashion Brand: Florentina Agu’s Story of Craft
Nigerian designer Florentina Agu founded Hertunba around a vision of feminine expression, indigenous textiles and contemporary clothing. Her work raises broader questions about women’s confidence, traditional craftsmanship, textile waste and the realities of building a fashion business.
Global News Arena Writer · 29 October 2026
- world
FBI Captures Six Most-Wanted Fraudsters After International Manhunt
Six people wanted in major fraud cases have been captured across several countries after spending more than 4,000 days on the run collectively. The cases involve billions of dollars in alleged fraud, including healthcare fraud, COVID-19 relief fraud and the misuse of money meant to feed children.
GNA Writes · 26 October 2026
- world
Ebola Scientists to Investigate How Nigeria’s Confirmed Patient Became Infected
International Ebola experts are preparing to investigate how Nigeria’s confirmed patient contracted the virus, as health authorities strengthen contact tracing and examine a possible connection to a case in Kenya.
GNA Writes · 26 October 2026
- world
Manchester United Lose 3-0 to Bournemouth as Pressure Mounts on Michael Carrick
Manchester United suffered another painful defeat at Old Trafford after Bournemouth scored three unanswered goals. The result has increased pressure on manager Michael Carrick and raised fresh questions about the club’s direction.
GNA Writes · 25 October 2026
- nigeria
Francis Duru Is Dead at 57 After Challenging Fake Health Reports
The veteran actor’s family has confirmed his death following a brief illness. His passing comes months after he publicly challenged fabricated online claims about his health.
Your Brand Angel · 23 October 2026
- world
Francis Duru, the Face of Ahanna in Rattlesnake, Dies at 57.
The actor died after a brief illness. His family announced it on his Instagram page in the early hours of Friday.
GNA Writes · 23 October 2026
- world
Borno Court Sentences Christian Mother Liatu Samuel Dawa to 14 Years in Prison
A woman has reportedly received 14 years in prison. The public demand a clear answer to one basic question: what exactly did she do that justified that sentence?
GNA Writes · 21 October 2026
- world
Ebola Confirmed in Abuja as Health Officials Trace 44 Contacts
Nigeria has confirmed an Ebola case in the Federal Capital Territory after a woman with a recent international travel history tested positive. Here is what happened, how the virus spreads and what Nigerians need to know.
GNA Writes · 20 October 2026
- world
Former Delta State Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan Dies at 71
Former Governor of Delta State, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, has died at the age of 71, throwing the state and the nation into mourning.
GNA Writes · 19 October 2026
- world
Ayra Starr, The Life, Music, Achievements and Global Rise of a Nigerian Afrobeats Star
From her early beginnings in Nigeria to international recognition, Ayra Starr has built a music career defined by bold self-expression, memorable songs and an unmistakable identity. Discover the life, music, achievements and defining moments behind one of Afrobeats’ most exciting stars.
Your Brand Angel · 15 October 2026
- world
John Oliver Sends a Message to Hollywood’s New Owners After Major Merger
The comedian has reacted to the takeover of HBO’s parent company as concerns grow about the future of television and independent journalism.
GNA Writes · 13 October 2026
- world
Burna Boy Joins Dangote and Mo Abudu on Forbes Africa’s Icons List
The Nigerian Grammy winner is among 15 influential Africans recognised for helping shape the continent’s influence around the world.
GNA Writes · 13 October 2026
- nigeria
False Caption, False Narrative: Okey Bakassi Goes Viral.
Dear writer, there is power in your keystrokes, make sure you aren't trading credibility for controversy.
Queen Diana Story · 13 October 2026