IPI Nigeria appoints Idris, Garba Shehu, Egbemode, Ohwahwa, 25 others to committees

The International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria has announced the appointment of prominent media personalities to its standing committees, aimed at promoting press freedom and responsible journalism in Nigeria. The committees are Fundraising, Programming, Advocacy, and Membership, each comprising seasoned industry professionals. Notable appointees include Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris; Senior Special…

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‘Narcos: Mexico’ actor Manuel Masalva in coma after bacterial infection

Actor Manuel Masalva, known for his work in Netflix’s “Narcos: Mexico,” is hospitalized in a medically induced coma in Dubai after contracting a highly infectious bacteria while vacationing. Manager Jaime Jaramillo Espinosa confirmed to the Los Angeles Times that the 43-year-old had been in the Philippines but arrived in the United Arab Emirates city on March 18 when he began having “internal discomfort and pain” that worsened. Masalva…

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Shaboozey & Myles Smith Confront Time and Identity in New Song ‘Blink Twice’

In a surprise collaboration that feels both fresh and exciting, American rapper, singer, and producer Shaboozey, real name Collins Obinna Chibueze, teams up with British pop singer Myles Smith for a brand-new single titled “Blink Twice.” You might know Shaboozey from his genre-crossing sound rooted in country and rock—and if you caught his live performance with Beyoncé…

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