Category: News
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BBC Icon Jude Tindall, Passes Away Weeks After Filming New Show.
Jude Tindall, known for her work on BBC hits like Shakespeare & Hathaway and Sister Boniface Mysteries, passed away in August 2024 just weeks after filming began for the fourth season of Sister Boniface Mysteries, which will feature Les Dennis. BBC Studios released a statement honoring Tindall: “We’re sorry to share the news of the…
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John Clegg, Star of Dad’s Army and It Ain’t Half Hot Mum, Dies at 90
John Clegg, the beloved actor known for his role in the BBC sitcom Dad’s Army and as Gunner ‘Paderewski’ Graham in It Ain’t Half Hot Mum, has passed away at the age of 90. He died peacefully in care in August 2024 and a private funeral will be held on August 29 in West Sussex.…
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With the Right Positioning, Nigerians Will Watch Any Film – Filmone Chief Content Officer Ladun Awobokun
FilmOne Chief Content Officer, Ladun Awobokun, asserts that effective positioning is crucial for a film’s success in Nigeria. Awobokun emphasizes the abundance of untold stories in Nigerian filmmaking, which are ripe for development and audience engagement. She highlights that a well-positioned film will attract Nigerian audiences, regardless of genre, provided it meets quality standards and…
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Stonebwoy’s Road Manager Robbed at Gunpoint
Dancehall musician Stonebwoy has revealed that his road manager, Chief Stylz, was recently robbed at gunpoint. In a GTV interview, Stonebwoy described the unsettling incident, which occurred after he had parted ways with Chief Stylz and another friend. According to Stonebwoy, the attack took place as Chief Stylz was leaving a friend’s home. Two armed…
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U.S. Court Orders Ghana to Pay $111 Million to GPGC
The Ghanaian government has been ordered to pay $111,493,828.92, along with post-judgment interest, by a District of Columbia Court in the United States. This ruling comes after Ghana ignored a prior tribunal decision from the United Kingdom. The dispute arose after Ghana terminated a power purchase agreement with GPGC on February 18, 2018. On January…
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Government Reveals Challenges in Pwalugu Dam Project Construction
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) government has acknowledged significant challenges in the Pwalugu Dam project, a key infrastructure initiative in Ghana. In an interview on State of Affairs with Lantam Papanko on GHOne TV, the government admitted that the project, aimed at improving infrastructure, has faced delays and difficulties. Lantam Papanko noted that the project…
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$3M Africa Games Coverage: Sports Ministry Provides Detailed Clarification on GBC Contract
The Ministry of Youth and Sports has provided a detailed clarification regarding the $3.6 million payment made to the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) for its role in broadcasting the 13th African Games held in Accra earlier this year. The clarification comes after a controversy emerged following comments by Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif,…
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Chidimma Adetshina’s Fraudulent Birth Certificate Exposed
The Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs has announced an investigation into two officials from the Department of Home Affairs for alleged involvement in a fraudulent birth registration linked to Chidimma Adetshina’s mother. Three officials are suspected of being connected to the case, with one having died and the other two under investigation. Advocate Constance Moitse,…
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Who Is Rebecca Henderson, the Canadian Actress Behind Lizzy in Russian Doll?
Rebecca Henderson is a Canadian actress best known for her role as Lizzy in the critically acclaimed Netflix series Russian Doll, which has garnered significant attention for its innovative storytelling. She was born on June 4, 1980, in Toronto, Ontario, and pursued her education in drama at Columbia University, earning an M.F.A. degree. In addition…
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Arsenal Rejects £25 Million Bid from Nottingham Forest for Eddie Nketiah
Arsenal have knocked down Nottingham Forest’s £25 million proposal for striker Eddie Nketiah, who might leave the club this summer. Despite scoring 38 goals in 168 appearances for Arsenal, Nketiah has failed to get consistent playing time, making only 10 starts last season. In 2024, he has not started a single game, while Brazilian forward…
