-Blank NEWS Online (NIGERIA) –By Albert OGRAKA: The early hours annual, ritual rainfall of June 1 may have unknowingly announced his passage to greater glory. It heralded a sad news. Majekodunmi Fasheke, known by his stage name Majek Fashek or the rainmaker…
-Blank NEWS Online (NIGERIA): A CBS series based on Michael Connelly’s Lincoln Lawyer novels and helmed by David E. Kelley, of The Practice and Ally McBeal fame, was to begin production – as in, fully-invested cast and crew ready to proceed – on Monday, March 16 of this…
-Blank NEWS Online (NIGERIA) –By Pastor Joseph Obaro IKUPA: Born 54 years ago to Urhobo parents from Ughievwen kingdom in Ughelli South LGA of present day Delta State, Rev. Ejiroghene Francis Waive is a man among men. From a humble beginning he…
-Blank NEWS Online (NIGERIA) -By Oyolo KIGHO: QUOTATION: “If there are any who desire to be strangers in their own country, foreigners in their own Cities and always children in knowledge; let them Please themselves, I write not for such humours”. …
-Blank NEWS Online (NIGERIA) –By Michael EKOKOEUWE: The people of Uzere in Isoko South local government area of Delta State, came together in love and unity to celebrate the annual Uzere fishing festival at Lake Aze to commemorate the final peace that…
–Blank NEWS Online (NIGERIA) –By Patrick OCHEI: The veteran journalist and Chairman, Board of Delta Broadcasting Service, DBS Asaba, Comrade Felix Ofou has been showered with encomiums by friends and staff of DBS to celebrate his birthday. The man, Ofou, born on…
SHADOWS AND NOTHINGS(A Review) As a journalist, I have had cause to review a number of books. And I must confess, reviewing this particular book was not a task but an admirable pleasure. Maybe because I have an unbreakable bond with fiction….
… As London Based Promoter Gives Reasons For Shift In Date -Blank NEWS Online (NIGERIA) –By Patrick OCHEI: The oldest Igbo performing musician alive and Ekpili music crooner, Chief Emeka Morocco Maduka will be celebrating his 60 years anniversary on stage come…
-Blank NEWS Online (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) – From Albert OGRAKA: Award-winning Argentinian restaurant, Gaucho Dubai, has gone all out this Valentine’s Day to one very special wedding proposal. The stylish restaurant located in Dubai’s DIFC, is offering a their “Diamond Dining”…
-Blank NEWS Online (NIGERIA) BOOK REVIEWER; NKECHI MADUEMEZIA Shadows of pain Shadows of gain Shadows of despair Shadows of repair Shadows and nothings Shadows of love Shadows of hate Shadows of today Shadows of yester years Shadows and nothings Shadows I see…
Blank NEWS Online (NIGERIA) –From Michael EKOKORUWE: Hotel De Pearl located at Okpavie community in Oleh kingdom, Isoko South South local government area, has been commissioned by HRM Anthony William Ovrawah Omogha 1, the Odiologbo of Oleh kingdom and chairman Isoko traditional…
–Blank NEWS Online (NIGERIA)- By Michael Ekokoruwe: The Delta State Commissioner for Higher Education, Professor Patrick Muoboghare, Hon. Eta Enahoro, Managing Director Skywards Resources limited, Hon. Joel- Onowakpor Thomas, Chief executive officer, Elomas group of companies and others have officially launched a…
-Blank NEWS Online (NIGERIA): The people of Ibrede community in Ndokwa East Local Government Area of Delta State has at last selected one of their own, Mr Aruhor Gregory as the new Odio-Ologbo of Ibrede Community. Mr Aruhor Gregory from Edi family…
The Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ndudi Godwin Elumelu, has felicitated with former Nigeria Military President and head of State, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida GCFR, on the occasion of his 78th birthday anniversary. In a congratulatory message signed personally…
-By Michael EKOKORUWE: DANTINATO GOLD RESORT LTD, a World Class Hotel has been officially commissioned by His Excellency Chief Olusegun Obasanjo Gcfr, former President of Federal Republic of Nigeria at Oleh, Isoko South local government area of Delta State. Speaking at the…
Former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, is billed to commission the multi-million naira world class hotel, DANTINAJO GOLD RESORT LTD at Oleh, Isoko South Local Government Area, Delta State on 18th May, 2019. According to the Chief…
The devastating fire in Paris occurred during Holy Week, the most sacred time in the Christian calendar. By Carol Kuruvilla Parisians and onlookers around the world reacted in horror Monday as a fire ravaged Notre Dame Cathedral. Parisians and onlookers around the world…
-By Azua ALONU: Do you think we are enveloped by what professor Wole Soynika called a cloud of sadness by the death of our loving Icon. No. Certainly not at the ripe age of ninety seven when he has emptied himself into…
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, the 14th edition of Sharjah Biennial (SB14) commenced on Thursday at the Sharjah Art Foundation (SAF) Art Spaces in Al Mureijah. SB14, held this year under the title ‘Leaving…
BOOK REVIEWER; NKECHI MADUEMEZIA O the pen that keep my thoughts open And is the screen to all that happens Whether awake or asleep O the pen that knocks at docks That deep into sea depths Of known and unknown O the…
The Songs You Sang For IKEOGU OKE 1967 – 2018 Ikeogu died The epitaph he wrote stole our prophesy Of agelessness and ripen longevity Did the spirits tell him of his departure And he could not negoiate his stay? How early it…
-By Nosa Omorodion: Joseph Nwamana’s plays, Ezeh Ojeh and The Great Flood have a unique feature of setting and style. These are styles he seems to have adopted in all his plays so far as they are first noticed in his first…
Grosvenor House’s award-winning Pan-Latin experience – Toro Toro – celebrates the future with a venue and menu revamp Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Dubai’s most influential Pan-Latin Restaurant, Lounge and Bar – Toro Toro – unveils a refreshed approach and a glamourous refurb…
The first property from progressive new hotel brand, SALT, will open in Mauritius on 1 November 2018 Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Newly launched hotel brand, SALT, today announces its first property, the 59-key SALT of Palmar that will open on the east…
The Special Assistant to the Governor of Delta State on DESOPADEC Matters, Chief Prosper Iwoma Edo MIIPS, has congratulated the Ovie of Igbide Kingdom, HRM Obukeni 1, on His 44th Coronation Anniversary on the throne. In a congratulatory message to HRM Obukeni…
The Ugoani of Okpanam Kingdom in Oshimili North Local Government Council of Delta State, HRM Michael Mbanefo Ogbolu, has approved the conferment of the chieftaincy title, Enyi 1 of Okpanam Kingdom, on the Delta State Commissioner for Information, Ogbueshi Patrick Ukah. A…
There are a lot of actors who could play 007 once Daniel Craig retires from the role he despises: Tom Hardy, Michael Fassbender (even though he’s Irish), Tom Hiddleston (of Hiddleswift fame), David Oyelowo (who actually voices the character in the audiobooks). Hell, even controversially-mustached human…
Nigerian reggae icon, Ras Kimono, has died, sources close to the musician said, according to multiple reports on Sunday. He was 60 years old. Kimono was said to have taken ill on Saturday on his way to the US. Friends rushed him…
Nigerian popular music maestro artiste David Adeleke aka Davido, has bought a private jet. This comes barely hours of him signing an endorsement deal with infinix as a brand ambassador. He revealed breakthrough on his official Instagram page on Wednesday, adding that…
Aide to Delta state governor, Ossai Ovie Success, has condemned Nigerian singer, Davido’s N45million porshe for his girlfriend, Chioma, who has just turned 23. Ossai who happens to be Nigeria’s youngest political appointee, who took to his instagram and facebook account: “Davido…
While not as meaty as a new trailer, Marvel has released some new promotional materials for the upcoming Avengers: Infinity War. A series of posters have been published online, each featuring a handful of the many characters set to star in the upcoming…
Fast rising artiste Blizz Maxwell, is a Nigerian Rapper, Afro-pop singer, songwriter, performer and entertainer, Blizz Maxwell makes his 2018 debut with his first single titled “Gentle Man”. His songs are always rooted in a soothing feel of refreshing melodies. Here is…
Nigerian music sensation Ayo Balogun, also known as Wizkid, will make his debut at popular Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival popular known as Coachella in Indio, California. Coachella is one of the largest, most famous, and most profitable music festivals in…
The L’Atelier art competition is one of the longest-running and most prestigious visual arts competitions on the African continent. It was established in South Africa 33 years ago, but in recent years has been expanded to include a number of other African…
Death has laid its icy hands on Ghanaian dancehall artist Ebony Reigns. Ebony was involved in a car accident and died at the Bechem Government Hospital. Ebony was allegedly returning from Sunyani after a visit when the accident occurred. The driver however…
Nigeria (Blank NEWS Online) –: Minister of State for Petroleum, Dr Ibe Kachikwu, was on Thursday honoured as Delta Man of the Year 2017 at the 15th Delta Role Model Awards in recognition of his outstanding performances in office. The Award, an…
Nigeria (Blank NEWS Online) –By Albert OGRAKA: The Executive Director (Finance and Administration) at the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Bashorun (Hon.) Askia Ogieh, JP, KSJI, CNA, has been commended for funding numerous social media platforms to secure victory…
Nigeria (Blank NEWS Online) –By Albert OGRAKA: Veteran highlife musician and Ozimba crooner, Tony Grey died on Monday, April 10, 2017 despite pleas for help from the Delta state government, corporate organizations, non-governmental organizations and well to do individuals to help them…
Nigeria (Blank NEWS Online) –: A Delta based hospitality businessman and Chief Executive Officer of Chronicle Hotels in Asaba, Delta state capital, Mr. Emmanuel Ogwuda, has decried the present decay in the Nigerian education sector. The retired school teacher who hails from…
Nigeria (Blank NEWS Online) –By Albert OGRAKA: It was fun, pomp and pageantry on Wednesday, December 21, 2016 as Dame Edith Okowa, wife to the Governor of Delta State and founder of 05 Initiative hosted a cross-section of Delta children from the…
