African folktales and life lessons
In many African households, especially in rural areas, education didn’t begin in a classroom — it started right at home, how our Grandparents taught life lessons through folktales. As the sun dipped below the horizon and the cool evening breeze swept through the compound, children would gather around their grandparents. There was something magical about […]
“SAFE”: A Thrilling Game of Secrets, Power, and Survival— Calabar’s Cinematic Revolution Begins!
Instinct Empire is set to light up Nollywood once again with SAFE, a bold thriller filmed in the vibrant city of Calabar. This film tells the story of a high school reunion that takes a dark and unexpected turn when a masked stranger forces a group of old friends to confront buried secrets from their […]
Calabar Young Entrepreneurs Award 2023
Let’s celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship in the beautiful city of Calabar, Cross River state! Offiong Ikpeme Foundation made a mark in the City of Calabar to encourage and support young entrepreneurs with a record-breaking event. Calabar is not just a city of rich history and culture record-breaking but also a vibrant hub of innovative […]
“Tems Makes History: Nigerian Sensation Takes Home Her First Grammy Award”
Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has made history as she takes home her first Grammy Award. The talented artist was recognized for her contribution to the hit single “Wait For U” by Future featuring Drake, earning her the coveted award at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday. Tems’ win marks […]
BURNA BOY, TEMS NOMINATED FOR 65TH GRAMMY AWARDS
BURNA BOY, TEMS NOMINATED FOR 65TH GRAMMY AWARDS Nigerian music stars, Damini Ogulu popularly known as Burna Boy and Temilade Openiyi known as Tems have both been nominated for the 65th annual edition of the Grammy awards. Tems was nominated alongside Future and Drake for Best Melodic Rap performance for the song ‘Wait for U’. […]
Asake Releases Debut Album ‘Mr Money With The Vibe’
Asake Releases Debut Album ‘Mr Money With The Vibe’ After releasing hits upon hits, YBNL Singer, Ahmed Ololade, professionally known as Asake (a.k.a Mr Money), has released his debut album, which he titled ‘Mr Money With The Vibe’. The album was released in the early hours of Thursday, September 8 and it had the guest […]
JUSTIN BIEBER SUSPENDS WORLD TOUR DUE TO HEALTH ISSUES.
JUSTIN BIEBER SUSPENDS WORLD TOUR DUE TO HEALTH ISSUES. Canadian singer, Justin Bieber, has said he’s taking another break from his world tour, months after revealing he is diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome. Ramsay Hunt syndrome is a rare neurological disorder that inflames and paralyzes the facial nerve and causes a painful rash around the […]
BALLON D’OR 2022 NOMINEES
BALLON D’OR 2022 NOMINEES The 66th edition of the prestigious Ballon d’Or award is set to take place earlier this year due to a change in format which is expected to take place from this year on. The football prize, presented and nominated by France Football, and voted on by International Journalists, will be awarded […]
NIGERIAN ARTIST CHIKE RELEASES SOPHOMORE ALBUM: THE BROTHER’S KEEPER
NIGERIAN ARTIST CHIKE RELEASES SOPHOMORE ALBUM “THE BROTHER’S KEEPER” Nearly three years after the release of his groundbreaking debut album ‘Boo of the Booless’, Nigerian fast rising star, Chike Ezekpeazu Osebuka, popularly known by his stage name, Chike, has released a new album which he titled ‘The Brother’s Keeper’. The new album was released on […]
Calabar Teenage Rema: Next sensation?
On the 29th of April 2022, Offiong Ikpeme Foundation held its OIF Award and Pageantry Ceremony at Etaval Hotel, Calabar. The event had as its highlight pageantry for Mr and Miss Offiong Ikpeme, performances by budding young artistes in Calabar, the unveiling of a unique app called O.I app, designed by the CEO himself, Mr.Offiong […]