Category: ARTS & LIFESTYLE

By Tony Adibe The Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has extolled the Igbo New Yam Festival, otherwise known as “Iri-ji” as a shining example of the rich cultural heritage which the Igbo nation is widely known for, saying his administration will continue to invest in tourism, mechanised agriculture and other sectors of productivity. This was even as Igbo leaders, including Ohaneze Ndigbo and other eminent traditional rulers across the state, called on Enugu State government as well as governments in the Southeast region to choose a day dedicated for…

Bob Marley’s musical legacy of harmony and peace has hit the road with his sons bringing their late father’s timeless message to life in a multi-city tour. The reggae giant’s footsteps are being filled by his five sons — Ziggy, Stephen, Julian, Ky-Mani and Damian — during the Marley Brothers: The Legacy Tour. It’s the first time the siblings have performed together on tour in two decades. Marley’s sons are honoring his work, performing about 30 of their father’s songs including massive hits like “No Woman, No Cry,” “Could You…

Fun-filled Christmas celebration awaits the people of Enugu State and vacationers as the government has awarded a contract for the upgrade of five parks in Enugu metropolis in line with Governor Peter Mbah’s campaign promise to position the South East state as the preferred destination for business, investment, tourism, and living. The five parks are Edward Nnaji Park at New Haven, Ngwo Park and Eze Park at Uwani, Ejindu Park at Coal Camp and Unity Park at Independence Layout. According to the Executive Chairman, Enugu State Tourism Board, Dame Rita…

The Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced one Courage Ikpaka to two years imprisonment for duping a United States citizen, Mrs Yvelte M. Thompson of $53,000 by impersonating Nigerian musician, Chinedu Okoli popularly known as Flavour N’abania. Justice Dehinde Dipeolu convicted Ipaka on Tuesday following his guilty plea to a two-count charge brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Prosecution counsel, Suleiman Suleiman, led EFCC investigator Azibagiri Dan Ekpar in evidence against the defendant. The witness told the court that Ipaka impersonated Flavour by pledging…

September’s heating up on Nickelodeon, from robot battles to underwater antics and monster mayhem, there’s something for everyone to love on Nickelodeon! Get ready for a month of epic adventures, laughter, and drama that will keep the whole family entertained. Here’s a sneak peek of the excitement coming your way: Kamp Koral It’s summer fun like never before at Kamp Koral! Watch a young SpongeBob and his friends embark on jellyfish-catching, campfire-building, and gooey lake-swimming adventures. Catch all the action from Thursday, 26 September to Sunday, 20 October at 14:00…

Young people of Enugu State have smiled home with various cash prizes and commendation letters, as winners in the art competition to depict the transition from Monday Sit-at-Home to productive Monday emerged. The joint winners are Mstr. Nwachukwu Sunday and Ms. Ukeje Olubebe Victory, while Ms. Nkiruka Ogbonna is the runner-up. The Special Assistant to Governor Peter Mbah on Visual Communications, Mr. Great Okeke, said that the competition was organised to allow the youth of the state to tell their stories during and after the sit-at-home. “The governor came in…