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Black Panther: South African Actress Connie Chiume Passes Away At 72

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Renowned South African actress Connie Chiume, best known for her iconic roles in the “Black Panther” franchise, has passed away at the age of 72.

Her family announced her passing on Instagram, revealing that she died on Tuesday at Garden City Hospital in Johannesburg.

The cause of death remains undisclosed.

Chiume’s illustrious career spanned over four decades, with notable roles in TV series and films such as Inkom’ Edla Yodwa, Rhythm City, Warriors from Hell, and Beyoncé’s Black Is King.

She received numerous awards for her performances, including the NTVA Avanti Award and the SAFTA for Best Supporting Actress.

Chiume’s family has requested privacy during this difficult time, promising to share further details soon.

Her passing has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with fans and colleagues mourning the loss of a talented and beloved actress.

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The National Theatre in Lagos, Nigeria, is a major cultural landmark, opened in 1976.

Location: Iganmu, Lagos.

Capacity: 5,000 seats in the main auditorium.

Architecture: Circular design, resembling an African hut.

Facilities: Main hall, drama theatre, concert hall, exhibition galleries.

Role: Central venue for cultural events like theatre, music, dance, and film.

Significance: Symbol of Nigerian arts and culture, hosting events like NAFEST and the Lagos International Film Festival.

It’s the largest theatre in the whole of Africa and was completed in 1976 for the Festac 77 ( the second world black and Africa festival of arts and culture) in 1977

It’s Africa’s most iconic landmarks that promotes Africa arts and culture.

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Zinoleesky Welcomes New Addition to His Family

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Nigerian music sensation Oniyide Azeez, popularly known as Zinoleesky, has announced the arrival of his second child. The 25-year-old singer shared the joyful news on his Instagram page on April 3, posting adorable photos of himself cradling the newborn.

Zinoleesky, who rose to fame in 2017, expressed his delight with a heartfelt caption: “Owo Baba Zafar….” This new bundle of joy joins his first child, Zendaya, born in 2023.

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Genevieve Nnaji Claps Back at Trolls with Witty Retorts

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Nollywood actress and filmmaker Genevieve Nnaji has fired back at online bullies who attempted to mock her age on social media. A troll on Twitter taunted her, saying, “You can’t defy the laws of nature” and sneered that her “youthful allure is finally waning.”

Nnaji responded to a troll with sarcasm, “It gets even worse; I’ll become so old that I’ll meet my maker. If I’m fortunate.” She acknowledged aging’s inevitability with humor, keeping the tone playful.

Another troll interjected, “Mummy, you’ve really aged,” to which Nnaji retorted, “Daddy, I wouldn’t wish that on you,” skillfully deflecting the jab.

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