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Gbenga Adeyinka to host QEDNG Summit as Kiekie joins speakers

Daily Dispatch July 27, 2026

Ace comedian and compere Gbenga Adeyinka will host the second edition of the QEDNG Creative Powerhouse Summit, while actress and content creator Kiekie has joined the growing list of speakers for the event. The announcement was made on Monday by Mighty Media Plus Network Limited,

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Joke Silva, Audu Maikori, Steve Babaeko to speak at QEDNG Creative Powerhouse Summit 2.0

Daily Dispatch July 15, 2026

Veteran actress Joke Silva, creative economy strategist Audu Maikori and advertising executive Steve Babaeko are among eight accomplished professionals confirmed as panellists for the second edition of the QEDNG Creative Powerhouse Summit. Also billed to speak at the summit are technology and finance content creator Fisayo Fosudo, talent manager and music

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Tinubu Celebrates Literary Icon Femi Osofisan on 80th Birthday

Daily Dispatch June 15, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to renowned playwright, scholar and author, Professor Femi Osofisan, as the literary icon marks his 80th birthday on June 16. In a congratulatory message, the President described Osofisan as one of the exceptionally gifted individuals who have enriched society through the full expression of their talents and […]

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Veteran Nollywood Icon Kola Oyewo Dies at 80

Daily Dispatch June 12, 2026

Veteran Nollywood actor and theatre scholar, Kola Oyewo, has passed away at the age of 80.The revered actor reportedly died on Friday, with his son, Dr. Wale Oyewo, confirming the development to journalists shortly after his passing. Nollywood actor Kunle Afod also announced the sad news on his Instagram page, paying tribute to the late […]

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China, Nigeria Strengthen Cultural Diplomacy Through Panda Art Initiative in Abuja

Daily Dispatch June 8, 2026

Nigeria and China have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cultural cooperation and people-to-people relations through the launch of the “Hello Nigeria—2026 Panda Painting Interactive Experience,” an initiative aimed at promoting friendship, creativity and mutual understanding between the peoples of both countries. The event, held at the China Cultural Centre in

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Culture, Colours, Heritage Dazzle at 2026 Ojude-Oba Festival as Abiodun Celebrates Unity

Daily Dispatch May 29, 2026

Arrays of beautifully adorned men, women, youths, and cultural enthusiasts from all walks of life on Friday thronged the ancient town of Ijebu-Ode for the 2026 Ojude-Oba Festival, transforming the city into a vibrant panorama of colour, glamour, heritage, and tradition. The annual cultural celebration came alive with spectacular horse-riding processions, richly embroidered