25 contestants are set to compete as the Miss Universe Nigeria returns for the 2024 edition. Speaking during a press conference, the National Director of the Miss Universe Nigeria, Ben Murray-Bruce disclosed that this year’s Miss Universe Nigeria would be the second edition and the 38th edition of Silverbird hosting beauty pageant since 1986. He also said the pageant is...
Dimma Umeh has always kept her private life secret, however, a tweet has changed everything Since her breakout as a blogger and lifestyle content creator, Dimma Umeh fondly called ‘Dimma’ has done a good job of steering clear of any controversy including hiding the identity of her father away from prying eyes, however, her recent wedding may have changed. Unknown...
A biography on BBNaija 2024 housemate, Rhuthee Rhuthee, the second half of the recently evicted Flourish pair definitely made her mark on the 2024 Big Brother Naija ‘No Loose Guard’ show despite her short time there. Flourish was evicted last Sunday alongside the Streeze pair during the double eviction show to the shock of many. Just hours before their eviction,...
Chidinma Adetshina has accepted the invitation to participate in the Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 beauty pageant competition. Adetshina had been involved in a social media uproar about her eligibility to participate in the Miss South Africa 2024 pageant. The controversy that broke the final straw was when the Department of Home Affairs found prima facie evidence that the 23-year-old’s mother...
At the just concluded Paris 2024 Olympics, several female athletes of Nigerian descent who were representing other countries shown bright at the tournament both individually and as a team. From shotput to basketball and the relay teams, these individuals won medals with some making history thereby highlighting Nigeria’s rich talent. Here are eight female athletes of Nigerian descent who won...
In his usual annual tradition, former US president, Barack Obama has released his 2024 summer playlist featuring 44 songs from various genres. On his list, this year features songs from two Nigerians, Tems ‘Love Me Jeje’ and Rema’s ‘Yayo’. South Africa’s Tyla also makes the list with the track ‘Jump’ featuring Gunna and Skillibeng. Sharing the playlist on Monday, he wrote; With summer...
The gospel industry in Nigeria is mourning the death of Aduke Gold, who was a fast-rising and promising singer. Details of her death are still sketchy. The sad news was shared on Tuesday, August 13, by fellow gospel artiste, Esther Igbeke on her Instagram page, who posted a tribute with Aduke Gold’s picture and the caption: “A general has fallen....
Head Coach of Nigeria’s female basketball team, Rena Wakama has been named the best coach of the women’s Olympic basketball tournament for her history-making feats. The 32-year-old was recognised by FIBA and the Olympic organisers for leading D’Tigress to the tournament quarter-finals for the first time in its history. D’Tigress started the tournament on a winning streak by defeating Australia...
The 66th edition of the Miss South Africa Pageant was held on Saturday, August 10 in Pretoria and hosted by the beautiful TV presenter, Bonang Matheba. The countdown to the Miss South Africa 2024 pageant had been filled with lots of controversies concerning one of its contestants, Chidinma Adetshina. For her glam look on the night to host the pageant...
Mia Le Roux has emerged as the winner of the 2024 Miss South Africa beauty pageant after defeating nine other contestants to the crown. She was crowned by her predecessor, Natasha Joubert. The much-anticipated beauty pageant took place on Saturday, August 10 at the SunBet arena in Pretoria and was hosted by award-winning presenter, Bonang Matheba. With her win, Le...