Nigerian billionaire banker and investor Tony Elumelu has gifted singer Zlatan wedding presents, with the music star thanking him on social media. The gifts were wrapped in Heirs Holdings-branded packaging and featured handwritten inscriptions, including “Zlatan, well done”, “Our wife”, “Congrats” and “Zlatan”. The packages also bore Elumelu’s signature, with his initials, “TOE”, boldly written as the sender’s sign-off. Zlatan thanked the businessman on his Instagram story on Monday, tagging his handle and adding a love emoji. PUNCH Online had reported that the singer, whose real name is Omoniyi Raphael, released traditional wedding pictures with his partner, Davita Lamai, ahead…
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Nigerian music producer and founder of Mavin Records, Don Jazzy, is now offering scholarships covering up to 100 per cent of TS Academy tuition fees for young people interested in acquiring technology and digital skills through its 2027 programme. The Don Jazzy Tech Scholarship 2027, unveiled by the musician on Monday, is open to applicants seeking to learn skills such as Artificial Intelligence and Automation, Content Creation, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Digital Marketing and Product Design. Other available courses include Data Science, Virtual Assistance, Project Management, Product Management, DevOps Engineering, Graphics Design, Frontend Development and Backend Development. According to…
Burna Boy made history on Monday night as the first Nigerian artiste to present an award at the Ballon d’Or ceremony, held at the London Palladium. The event brought together football’s biggest names and top stakeholders, with entertainers adding glitz to the occasion. Burna Boy presented the Socrates Award, given annually to players and their foundations for outstanding humanitarian and social work off the pitch. Invited to the stage by Kate Scott and Thierry Henry, the Grammy winner was asked about his football project. He said the Burna Boy Football Academy was his way of giving back to the community,…
Terrence Howard says he is open to running for president of the United States, arguing that someone must step forward if current political leaders fail to deliver meaningful change. The 57-year-old ‘Empire’ star spoke during a recent encounter with TMZ, when he was asked whether he intended to vote in the upcoming elections. “Yes. I’m looking forward to becoming president,” he said. “If they’re not going to make a difference, somebody’s got to do something.” The movie star also outlined a proposal to address the economic consequences of slavery in the United States. He said he would like to meet President Donald…
Akanbi Elizabeth, the wife of Olayemi Bolaji, the late Nigerian gospel singer popularly known as Toluwanisings, broke down in tears during her husband’s night of tributes in Ibadan, Oyo state. Advertisement At the event held on Tuesday at Jogor Centre, the widow struggledto deliver her tribute before weeping profusely. “Toluwanisings, my dear husband. I will forever miss you. Please do not forget your children and I,” she said. Several gospel artistes attended the event, including Esther Igbekele, Laolu Gbenjo, Akintayo Akinwande, and SB Live. Bidemi Olaoba, Mr Gbera, Peterson Okopi and Sarah Apekeola and Bimbo Oshin were also among those…
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday dismissed a N10bn fundamental rights suit filed by Nollywood actor Emeka Ike against Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike and the Independent National Electoral Commission. Justice Salim Ibrahim dismissed the suit after upholding the preliminary objections filed by the respondents, who challenged its competence and proper constitution. The judge also dismissed the substantive suit for lack of proof. Ike had accused Olayinka of violating his fundamental right to privacy by publishing his voter registration details on his X handle in…
The family of late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has demanded the disclosure of the identity of a United States laboratory expected to conduct a DNA test to determine the paternity of Liam, the singer’s son. The family also called for the postponement of the examination scheduled for Saturday, October 31, at the Mainland General Hospital/IDH, Yaba, Lagos, pending clarification of its concerns over transparency and compliance with a court order. In a statement signed by the family head, Samuel Aloba, and sent to PUNCH Metro on Thursday, the family said it was concerned about arrangements for the…
Mariah Carey wants to collaborate with Lenny Kravitz. The 57-year-old singer has made a public appeal for the American Woman hitmaker to “call” her about working together because she is such a big fan of his work. During a Reddit AMA session, she told a fan who urged her to duet with Lenny: “I love Lenny too… Lenny if you’re seeing this, call me!” The All I Want for Christmas hitmaker was also quizzed on her much-discussed unreleased grunge album, Someone’s Ugly Daughter, and offered a “hint” as to when fans will finally get to hear it. She wrote: “I…
Nigerian recording artist and songwriter JaceBen is making another statement with the release of his latest record, “No Limit,” which has surpassed 6,000 streams within its first 24 hours, marking an encouraging milestone in his growing musical journey. The release represents another creative step for JaceBen, showcasing his exploration of international sounds and his growing interest in K-pop-influenced music. Driven by a dark, dramatic, and cinematic sound, “No Limit” combines electronic textures, powerful production, melodic elements, and contemporary pop influences to deliver an energetic listening experience. The release is credited to JaceBen ft. VIXX, UKISS, placing the record within a…
L-R Oluwakemi Mustapha – HR Supervisor. Anthonia Ogunsanya – Customer Support Manager, Dr. Asishana Sanni, Group Head of Medical Services, NEM Health Limited, Mazen Jubaili – Managing Director JMG Limited, Gloria Ibeziako – Chief HR officer, Kemi Ajose – Finance Manager, Oluwatomi Faniran – Head of Marketing JMG Limited. …Initiative highlights early detection, timely medical attention and informed decisions as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026. JMG Limited has strengthened its commitment to employee wellbeing with a breast cancer awareness session designed to promote early detection, encourage timely medical attention and equip employees with information to make informed decisions about…