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LASG unveils ‘Kampus Stars’ TV reality show

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The Lagos State Government on Friday unveiled a television reality show tagged ‘Kampus Stars’ to address youth restiveness and make the state a hub of talented youths.

Mrs Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf, the state Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, during the unveiling ceremony in Alausa, Ikeja, said the project would help discover talented and creative minds in various higher institutions of learning.

She said the project was a reality show with a difference that would help Nigerian youths channel their energy into positive use.

Akinbile-Yusuf said the show was organised in conjunction with Content Warehouse Ltd.

“With the unveiling of Lagos Kampus Stars, we will be celebrating the versatility of the various higher institutions in Lagos State and the abundance of creativity and talents in our youths.

“We are using this programme to further build on the inherent creativity of the people of Lagos and establish the state as a vibrant and innovative tourism destination that diversifies the economy, creates jobs across multiple tourism segments and offers the world access to the ingenuity and hospitality of the residents,” she said.

Akinbile-Yusuf said that Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, as a lover of youths, gives premium attention to youth related initiatives, especially through capacity development exemplified by the event.

She said that the governor was working out modalities on creating a sustainable development and growth for the youths not only in tourism, entertainment, arts and culture, but also in educational empowerment and skills acquisition.

Akinbile-Yusuf said the aim was to transform youth restiveness into productive venture adding that the youths accounted for over 65 per cent of the nation’s population.

“As we all know, the youths are the strength and vigour of a society.

“We believe that youths are not only the future of tomorrow in Lagos State and must be carried along in our developmental plans to achieve the needed balance in our society.

“In addition to the fun among the participants, the programme will further endear our youths to using their immeasurable intelligence and creativity into initiating a better life, which is part of the dream and vision of our governor,” Akinbile-Yusuf said.

Earlier, a renowned movie producer, Tade Ogidan, Head, Technical Crew for the project, explained the modalities for the entire reality show.

Ogidan said participants would be picked from different tertiary institutions within the state and after series of auditioning, 18 finalists would be selected and accommodated for eight weeks.

The participants would visit eight Lagos State ministries to be educated on the operations of each ministry after which each of them would compose a music based on what they learnt in any of the ministries, guided by renowned choreographers and musicians.

He said the participant with the best music would emerge the overall winner and rewarded with a brand-new car and a cash prize of N10 million.

“We will have Gov. Sanwo-Olu as the lead judge along with other specialists in that area.

“Within the eight weeks this is meant to run, the beauty of Lagos State would have been exposed to the world and gradually the state would be creating a future hub of talents,” Ogidan said.

Mr Solomon Bonu, Special Adviser to the governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, said the event would be an opportunity for the participating youths to be the next Davido.

(NAN)

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Funke Akindele Sets December 11 Release Date for New Movie, ‘The Four’

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Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has announced December 11, 2026, as the cinema release date for her highly anticipated movie, The Four: No One Fights Alone.

Akindele made the announcement on Monday, August 10, via her Instagram page, describing the project as the 2026 movie from Funke Akindele Network (FAAN TV).

“IT’S GO TIME! On your mark… Get set… GO! The relay is ON, and the Funke Akindele Network movie for 2026 is officially… THE FOUR,” she announced.

The filmmaker added that the movie would be showing in cinemas nationwide, with FilmOne Entertainment handling its distribution.

The Four is an emotionally driven drama centred on friendship, motherhood, resilience and the strength of ordinary women. The film explores themes of courage, faith, sacrifice and loyalty while showcasing elements of Nigerian culture through music, fashion, language and tradition.

The movie boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Akindele, Bisola Aiyeola, Chioma Akpotha, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Timini Egbuson, Lateef Adedimeji, Ali Nuhu, Uzor Arukwe, Ronke Oshodi Oke, Antar Laniyan and Wunmi Toriola.

Other cast members include Waje, Afrobeats artiste Shoday, Samuel Banks, Kolapo Omotosho and Ayomide Iwasokun.

The new production adds to Akindele’s growing list of successful film projects, following popular titles such as A Tribe Called Judah, Everybody Loves Jenifa and Behind The Scenes.

Through her productions, Akindele has remained a prominent force in Nigeria’s entertainment industry, delivering commercially successful stories while promoting Nigerian culture and providing opportunities for emerging talents.

The Four: No One Fights Alone is scheduled to hit cinemas nationwide on December 11, 2026.

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Rema The “Calm Down” Crooner, Releases Teaser for “TEA”

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The  “Calm Down” crooner, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has released a teaser for his forthcoming single, “TEA,” scheduled for release on Friday.

The Ace Nigerian Afrobeat star, shared a 26-second preview of the track in a post on his verified X handle on Wednesday with the caption “TEA Friday”

The teaser features Rema riding a motorcycle at dusk while previewing the song, which is produced by American record producer, Mustard.

The announcement marks Rema’s first single of 2026 and has sparked excitement among fans ahead of its official release.

The teaser has attracted reactions across social media, with many fans expressing anticipation for the collaboration between the Nigerian singer and the U.S. producer.

Rema, known for the global hit “Calm Down”, was born in Benin City. He rose to prominence after signing with Jonzing World in 2019 and has since become one of Afrobeats’ leading global stars.

REMA had his debut album, “Rave & Roses”, released in 2022, while his second studio album, “HEIS”, was released in 2024.

The forthcoming single follows Rema’s release of “Goals”, the official FIFA World Cup 2026 soundtrack, and further underscores his growing global influence in Afrobeats.

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Roy Murray-Bruce Appointed Chairman of Silverbird Group

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The founder of Silverbird Group, Ben Murray-Bruce, has announced the appointment of Roy Murray-Bruce as the new Chairman of the organisation, succeeding him after decades of leadership at the helm of the company.

Ben Murray-Bruce made the announcement on Thursday through his official X handle, where he described Roy Murray-Bruce as a seasoned leader with more than four decades of experience in corporate leadership, governance, and strategic development.

According to him, Roy Murray-Bruce previously served as President of Silverbird Group and played a major role in the growth and expansion of the organisation across several sectors, including television, radio broadcasting, cinemas, retail, and property development.

He also credited Roy Murray-Bruce with contributing significantly to the development of Cineplex culture in Nigeria and other parts of West Africa, helping position Silverbird as one of the leading entertainment brands on the continent.

Ben Murray-Bruce expressed confidence in the new chairman’s ability to lead the company into another phase of growth and innovation, stating that the organisation would continue to uphold its tradition of excellence and industry leadership across Africa.

Silverbird Group remains one of Africa’s leading diversified conglomerates, with business interests spanning media, entertainment, hospitality, real estate, and strategic investments across Africa and the United Kingdom.

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