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  This December, the streets are heading to the symphony in a way Lagos has never seen before. Dapper Live , a subsidiary of the Dapper Group, has officially announced the second edition of “Trench Symphony,” a groundbreaking concert that bridges the gap between raw street energy and orchestral elegance. ​Scheduled for December 16, 2025 , at the Balmoral Eko Convention Centre in Victoria Island, this event is set to be a standout highlight of the "Detty December" calendar. ​The Concept: Street Meets Symphony ​Trench Symphony isn't your average concert. It is a "cultural experiment" that takes the vibrant sounds of the trenches—Fuji, Afrobeats, and Street-pop—and reimagines them through a full live orchestra . Imagine the heavy percussion of Fuji and the rhythmic bounce of Afrobeats elevated by soaring violins and brass sections. ​The Star-Studded Lineup ​Dapper Live has curated a bridge between the legends of the past and the stars of the future: ​ The ...

  And the Winner is... YouTube: Oscars to Exit Network TV in 2029 ​For over half a century, the Academy Awards have been a staple of Sunday night television. However, the Academy is officially turning the page. Starting with the 101st Oscars in 2029 , the ceremony will be streamed live and free to over 2 billion people worldwide on YouTube. ​Why the Big Move? ​The decision isn't just about technology—it’s about survival. Like many traditional awards shows, the Oscars have struggled with a long-term decline in TV ratings. ​ The Gen Z Factor: The Academy is determined to reach younger audiences who live on their phones and computers rather than in front of a cable box. ​ Global Reach: While ABC’s reach was largely limited to the U.S., YouTube offers an immediate, barrier-free global audience. ​ Innovation: The deal promises more than just a live feed; expect 4K streaming, real-time multi-language dubbing (AI-powered), and interactive "Creator-led" red carpet cover...

  Offensive and Disrespectful’: CAN and Ini Edo Clash Over "A Very Dirty Christmas" ​The festive season in Nigeria is usually a time for blockbusters and family outings, but Nollywood superstar Ini Edo ’s new film, A Very Dirty Christmas , has landed in a storm of religious controversy. ​The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has officially condemned the movie's title, calling it an "offensive and disrespectful" mockery of the Christian faith. The clash has ignited a debate about the limits of creative freedom versus religious sensitivity in Nigeria. ​The Source of the Friction ​In a statement signed by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh , CAN expressed deep concern that the title diminishes the spiritual essence of Christmas. According to the association: ​ The Sacred vs. The Crude: CAN argues that Christmas is a "sacred season" representing purity and redemption. Linking it to the word "dirty" is seen as a sensationalist move...

  ​"Baseless Alarm": Daniel Bwala Knocks SANs Over One-Party State Claims ​The debate over the future of Nigeria’s democracy has taken a sharp turn as Daniel Bwala , Special Adviser to President Tinubu and former Atiku Abubakar spokesperson, slammed a group of Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) for claiming the country is drifting toward a one-party state. ​Bwala’s reaction highlights a growing friction between the presidency and the legal elite who are increasingly vocal about the ruling party’s expanding influence. ​The "One-Party State" Warning ​The controversy was sparked by several high-ranking lawyers, including Mike Ozekhome (SAN) , who have expressed concern over the "gale of defections" to the APC. These legal heavyweights argue that the mass movement of governors and legislators from the PDP and other opposition parties to the APC is creating a political monopoly that could lead to a "civilian dictatorship." ​They warn that witho...

  Alleged Alterations: Presidency Kicks as Atiku and Obi Fight New Tax Laws ​Nigeria’s political landscape is currently heated following a major standoff over the 2025 Tax Reform Acts. What began as a legislative overhaul aimed at "simplifying" Nigeria’s revenue system has spiraled into a scandal involving allegations of forgery, constitutional breaches, and executive overreach. ​At the center of the storm are opposition leaders Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi , who have sounded the alarm over claims that the versions of the tax laws signed by President Bola Tinubu differ significantly from those actually passed by the National Assembly. ​The Core of the Controversy: "Legislative Forgery?" ​The fire was ignited when lawmakers, notably Abdussamad Dasuki (Sokoto, PDP), raised a matter of privilege in the House of Representatives. The allegation is startling: the gazetted copies of the four tax laws—which are the versions the public and businesses must follow—con...