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Soyinka Expresses Amazement at Reaching 90 Years and Reflects on Life Journey
Nobel Laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka expressed astonishment at reaching the age of 90, a milestone he never anticipated.
At the 2024 edition of his International Cultural Exchange Programme held at his residence in Ijegba, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Soyinka reflected on his journey as a writer, driven by a desire to rectify narratives he encountered in his youth.
He clarified an incident from the past, emphasizing that he did not “break into” but rather “sneaked into” a radio station during the military era to reclaim what he believed belonged to the people, aiming to prevent the dissemination of potentially demoralizing content that could perpetuate a culture of brutality.
In his address, Soyinka criticized Nigerians for their propensity to fault the state while neglecting introspection.
He argued that societal issues like kidnapping and robbery stem not merely from poverty or inequality, but from inherent selfishness and a pursuit of extravagant lifestyles.
The event also featured an essay competition attended by students from various parts of Nigeria, engaging in thoughtful discourse on both national and international topics.
Popular Nigerian streamer, Carter Efe, has expressed excitement after singer Davido gifted him ₦20 million.
It will be recalled that the singer recently appeared on Carter Efe’s show, where his appearance alone broke records. Following the show, Davido promised to gift the streamer ₦20 million—a promise he later fulfilled.
Carter Efe made the announcement on social media, confirming that the money had been received. “Yeeeee Davido 20 million naira, I don die,” he wrote.
Afrobeats singers and celebrity couple, Simi and Adekunle Gold, have announced that they are expecting their second child.
The news was revealed in a music video by Adekunle Gold, which featured his family. The couple later took to social media to share the video, sparking excitement among fans and loved ones, who flooded the comment section with congratulatory messages.
Movie lovers are excited this December, not just because of the holidays but because of the major movie releases happening this year. While Stranger Things Season 5 continues to generate buzz, here are some notable movies released in 2025 that fans are talking about:
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Avatar: Fire and Ash (December 19, 2025)
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Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (May 23, 2025)
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The Running Man (November 7, 2025)
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TRON: Ares (October 10, 2025)
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Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (December 5, 2025)
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Troll 2 (December 1, 2025)
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The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants (December 19, 2025)
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Anaconda (December 25, 2025)
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The Housemaid (December 25, 2025)
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Oh. What. Fun. (December 3, 2025)
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