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Nigeria Assisted Parenthood Forum to Explore Fertility, Assisted Parenthood and Family Building

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One of Africa's trusted platform Nigeria Assisted Parenthood Forum recently concluded the Fertility Choices Women’s Brunch in Abuja and is preparing to bring its programme of practical education on assisted parenthood to London in October. The Fertility Choices Women’s Brunch took place on 19 September 2026 in Abuja and online. The Nigeria Assisted Parenthood Forum UK will follow from 16 to 17 October 2026 at Coram Campus in central London, with online participation also available. Organised by Ôka’mara Law & Consulting, the programmes bring together medical, legal and emotional perspectives on fertility treatment, fertility preservation, donor conception, surrogacy and adoption. Both events form part of the Nigeria Assisted Parenthood Forum , an education and advocacy initiative created to address the information gap facing people navigating infertility and different paths to parenthood. Fertility Choices Women’s Brunch, Abuja The Abuja brunch provided a private setting in wh...

Queeneth Agbor, Cross River First Lady Explore Support for Inmates’ Rehabilitation

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        Nollywood actress and humanitarian, Queeneth Agbor, has commenced engagements with key stakeholders in Cross River State as part of efforts to mobilise support for her forthcoming charity and empowerment programme for inmates of the Calabar Custodial Centre. Agbor, through the Queeneth Agbor Strength Beyond Walls Foundation, is scheduled to host the special empowerment and rehabilitation programme for inmates on October 9, 2026. In preparation for the initiative, the actress embarked on a series of courtesy visits to prominent individuals and institutions in the state, including the First Lady of Cross River State, Bishop Dr Eyoanwan Itam Bassey Otu, government officials, correctional authorities, traditional and community stakeholders, Callywood, media organisations, corporate bodies and potential sponsors, including **SSG Prof Anthony Owan-Enoh**. The visits, according to Agbor, are aimed at bringing together individuals, government institutions and private...

Mballou Fofana Expands African Food Business After Building $15m Property Portfolio

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  Philadelphia-based entrepreneur and founder of Le Mandingue African Restaurant, Mballou Fofana, is expanding her food business into packaged African food products after reportedly building a real estate portfolio valued at about $15 million. Fofana, who has operated Le Mandingue for more than two decades, is now looking to take the restaurant’s African-inspired flavours beyond its physical location in Philadelphia. The planned expansion will see the entrepreneur introduce a range of food products, including premium seasonings, signature sauces and other pantry staples developed from recipes associated with the restaurant. According to Fofana, the move is designed to make the flavours of Le Mandingue accessible to customers across the United States while creating a wider platform for African culinary traditions. “Our goal is to bring the authentic flavours and traditions of Le Mandingue into kitchens across the country while preserving the richness of African culinary heritage for...

Nollywood actress Queeneth Agbor Receives NCoS Award for Supporting Inmates

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   By Samuel Ajo Nollywood actress and philanthropist, Queeneth Agbor, has been honoured by the Nigerian Correctional Service, Zone A Headquarters, Lagos, for her contributions to the rehabilitation and welfare of inmates. Agbor, who is the founder of Strength Beyond Walls Foundation, received an Award of Appreciation from the Service in recognition of her sustained support for initiatives designed to improve the lives of inmates and facilitate their reintegration into society. The recognition highlights the growing importance of partnerships between correctional authorities and organisations working to provide inmates with opportunities for rehabilitation and personal development. Speaking on the award, Agbor said it would inspire her to do more for people in correctional facilities. “I am deeply grateful to the Nigerian Correctional Service, Zone A Headquarters, for this recognition. It means a lot to me because the work we do through Strength Beyond Walls Foundation is driv...

Akeju's loud in Africa as Flavour lights up Concert

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  The streets of Manhattan came alive with the vibrant rhythms of Africa last Friday, August 14, 2026, as Nigerian highlife powerhouse Chinedu Okoli, globally renowned as Flavour, headlined a sold-out edition of the LOUD IN AFRICA Concert Series at Racket NYC. The highly anticipated event lived up to its billing, drawing a massive, enthusiastic crowd from across the African diaspora, music lovers, and international culture enthusiasts for an unforgettable night of music, dance, and heritage. From the moment the doors opened at 431 West 16th Street, the venue buzzed with high energy. Flavour, true to his title as the "King of Highlife," took the stage and treated the audience to a masterclass in live performance. Blending his signature highlife melodies with contemporary Afrobeats and rich traditional instrumentation, he doled out back-to-back crowd favorites, keeping fans on their feet singing along word-for-word. The night was further elevated by a stellar lineup of supporti...

Fast rising artist Babatunde140 Unveils New Afro-Fusion Single ‘Bá Mi Jó (Dance With Me)’

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        Fast rising star  Top US-based Nigerian artiste Babatunde Ogunseinde, popularly known as Babatunde140, has released a new Afro-fusion single titled “Bá Mi Jó (Dance With Me),” a vibrant track that explores attraction, confidence, individuality and the freedom to embrace personal preferences. The song, whose Yoruba title translates to “Dance With Me,” blends infectious African rhythms with soulful melodies and an engaging groove, creating a sound designed to inspire listeners to let loose and enjoy the moment. According to the artiste, “Bá Mi Jó” is more than a dance record, as it celebrates self-confidence and encourages people to embrace what they consider beautiful while expressing themselves without restraint. “Bá Mi Jó is about confidence, individuality and being free to embrace what you find beautiful. It is an invitation to let go, move freely and enjoy love, attraction, culture and good vibes,” Babatunde140 said. The track reflects the growing fus...

PalmPay faces questions after N750m moves from KudiWave account during restriction

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  PalmPay Limited is facing questions over transactions involving N750,369,439.04 from the account of KudiWave Technologies Limited while the account was under restriction and the legal process affecting the funds was being challenged. PalmPay has maintained that the July 15 transfer was carried out pursuant to the June 29 order of the Federal High Court concerning funds standing to KudiWave’s credit. KudiWave, however, disputes that explanation as sufficient, arguing that the key questions are whether the transaction complied with the precise terms of the court process, where the money was sent and why funds were moved while its challenge to the June 29 order was already before the court. KudiWave said it only became aware of the full extent of the transactions after access to the account was restored. Its records showed that funds were moved on July 11, 2026 and returned the same day before another debit of N750,369,439.04 was recorded on July 15 under the narration “Judicial Adj...