Human Rights 

Syria rights investigators back calls for earthquake ‘failures’ probe

The Commission of Inquiry on Syria pointed to “failures that hindered the delivery of urgent and lifesaving aid” to the largely opposition-held northwest region, in the days after the 6 February quakes. Humanitarian assessments point to more than 7,000 people killed in Syria by the natural disaster. Rescue equipment lacking At a press conference in Geneva, chairperson of the inquiry,… Read More
Human Rights 

UN experts call on South Africa to create torture prevention body

The experts offered several recommendations after observing a range of concerns, from poor detention conditions to allegations of corruption, on the heels of the first visit of the UN Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture and other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (SPT) to South Africa, from 26 February to 9 March. “This must change,” said Abdallah Ounnir, head… Read More
Human Rights 

‘Society raises barriers’ to people with disabilities says activist in Costa Rica

“I am the daughter of a housewife and a car painter” is how Nicaraguan activist Ms. Mesén describes herself, while sitting behind her office desk in San José, the capital city of Costa Rica, where she is now living. Born with osteogenesis imperfecta, a condition that causes bones to break easily and damages hearing, muscles, teeth and the spine, she… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Singer’s choice of Oscars attire causes online stir

A singer’s choice of Oscars attire is causing a stir online. Many people think Tems’ tall white dress wasn’t the best choice for the glitzy Hollywood ceremony. The Nigerian singer-songwriter stunned in her fashionable dress on the newly created champagne carpet. However, some believed it was less practical for those sitting behind her once inside the Dolby Theatre. “There’s this… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

2023 Oscars: Indian song outshines Rihana, Tem’s ‘Lift Me Up’

Naatu Naatu from the hit Telugu-language film RRR has won the Best Original Song at the 2023 Oscars award. It made history by becoming the first Indian film song to win an Oscar. Related News The blockbuster track beat superstar Rihanna’s ‘Lift Me Up’ which was co-written by fellow nominee and Nigerian songstress, Tems to the gong. Accepting the award,… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Meet Rizzule, the rising star using music to promote a positive image of Africa

By Guardian Nigeria 12 March 2023   |   3:55 am Nigeria is, without doubt, doing tremendously well in its entertainment industry producing popular music talents who are gaining recognition both locally and internationally One of the fast-growing talents in the industry is Add Olubi who goes by the stage name Rizzule, who has he has made a name for… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Meet the Board Members of Women In Music Nigeria and Their Vision for Equity in the Music Industry

Meet the women at the forefront of Women in Music Nigeria. An organisation dedicated to women’s advancement, empowerment, and growth in modern music in Nigeria. These women have come together to move the industry forward by ensuring that women in entertainment are credited and acknowledged for their hard work and dedication. From executives to artists to managers and much more,… Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Tunedly’s Exposure to Silicon Valley Bank Announced

Tunedly’s Exposure to Silicon Valley Bank Announced – Music Industry Today – EIN Presswire Trusted News Since 1995 A service for music industry professionals · Sunday, March 12, 2023 · 621,740,090 Articles · 3+ Million Readers News Monitoring and Press Release Distribution Tools News Topics Newsletters Press Releases Events & Conferences RSS Feeds Other Services Questions? Sourced From Nigerian Music Read More
Entertainment Lifestyle 

Azuka Moweta and his Anioma Brothers Band present an enticing Mix of Ekobe music and Igbo Highlife

Azuka Moweta and his Anioma Brothers Band – Nwanne Bu Ife (Palenque Records, 2023) Azuka Anthony Moweta, a Nigerian vocalist from Asaba in Delta state, has released a laudable new album titled Nwanne Bu Ife. Moweta has distinguished himself as a composer, frontman, and backing vocalist for many years, with impressive stagecraft. His music is deeply rooted in his cultural… Read More
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