Emotions ran high following the death of Nollywood actress Allwell, as a public disagreement between her brother and some of her colleagues took an unexpected turn during her Service of Songs.

Earlier, Allwell’s brother had called out several Nollywood actors for sharing tributes and photos of his late sister, questioning how many of them genuinely supported her while she was alive. In his emotional outburst, he mentioned names including Iyabo Ojo and Lateef Adedimeji, accusing them of benefitting from Allwell’s kindness but failing to cast her in their films.

Responding to the allegation, Iyabo Ojo explained that she had supported the late actress during her early days, particularly when Allwell was trying to establish herself as a producer and director. She maintained that her relationship with Allwell went beyond social media appearances.

However, a moment of reconciliation played out during Allwell’s Service of Songs, where her brother publicly addressed the issue. In a video that has since gone viral, he was seen apologising to Iyabo Ojo, clarifying that he never intended to insult her. Overcome with emotion, he almost prostrated before the actress as a sign of respect.

Iyabo Ojo immediately asked him to stand up and embraced him, drawing applause from those present.

The touching moment appeared to ease the tension and reflected a call for unity and understanding amid the grief surrounding Allwell’s passing.

Hannatu Musawa, Minister  of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy has commenced talks with the Swiss Government on the repatriation of Nigerian artefacts currently housed in Swiss museums, including monoliths and bronze pieces.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that both parties also agreed to promote cultural cooperation when the Swiss Ambassador to Nigeria, Patrick Egloff, paid a courtesy visit to the minister on Friday in Abuja.

They expressed willingness to continue discussions to explore opportunities for collaboration in the arts and culture sectors.

The Ambassador expressed Switzerland’s willingness to enter into bilateral agreements and cultural diplomacy with Nigeria.

According to the Swiss Ambassador, the process of returning the artifacts started three years ago, and they hoped to hand over the bronze pieces through the Nigerian embassy by the end of the year.

“This is the first time that a Swiss ambassador is meeting with a Nigerian minister of Art and Culture.

“There is a lot happening, and we would be very interested to build more institutional cooperation with the ministry.

“We think this restitution would be a very good opportunity to strengthen institutional cooperation,” he said.

In her remarks, Musawa thanked the Swiss government for its efforts, and emphasised the importance of retrieving the artifacts for Nigeria’s cultural heritage.

The minister said the meeting marked an important step in strengthening cultural ties and exploring new areas of cooperation between the two countries.

She identified potential cooperation opportunities in critical areas, including animation, design, architecture, hospitality, and tourism.

“It is very important for us, Nigeria, to have back these artifacts and even have a wider conversation with Switzerland about what the restitution will look like.

“The conversation with the Minister of Culture in Switzerland is going to be very important because we will look at what our cooperation opportunities are in other areas,” she said.

It was an evening of glamour, prestige, and fine living as the crème dela crème of society gathered for the Falcon Aero Jet Night, hosted in collaboration with Glenfiddich Grand Cru. The event, which took place amidst an atmosphere of refined luxury, marked the announcement of a major partnership: Glenfiddich Grand Cru is now the official in-flight spirit and drinks partner for Viva Jets, catering to both local and intercontinental long-haul flights.

The gathering attracted industry heavyweights, top executives, and celebrated Nigerian celebrities, all of whom came out in full support of the union between the two premium brands. Guests and business leaders at the event expressed strong optimism that the partnership would set new standards for luxury travel and sophisticated experiences, aligning with the shared values of excellence and class that both brands embody.

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Speaking on the significance of the partnership, Eddie Madaki, Meta Luxury Manager for Africa at William Grant & Sons emphasized that the collaboration with Viva Jets is a testament to the brand’s commitment to offering memorable, world-class experiences. “This partnership with Aero Jet will continue to create unforgettable memories for our patrons. Glenfiddich Grand Cru stands for elegance, tradition, and innovation, and we are excited to bring this spirit of excellence to the skies,” he said.

Continuing he said: “We’re proud to partner with Falcon Aero and celebrate their AOC license and magazine launch.
“As the official in-flight drinks partner for Viva Jets, we’re elevating the skies with Glenfiddich. I want to give a special cheers to the CEO, Falcon Aero Limited, Chukwuerika Achum and his visionary team for redefining luxury travel,” he added.

A representative from Aero Jet also shared insights into their vision for the collaboration, highlighting the importance of selecting Glenfiddich Grand Cru as their official in-flight partner. According to the representative, the choice was driven by Glenfiddich’s reputation for quality and luxury, which perfectly complements the bespoke flying experience Aero Jet is renowned for providing to its discerning clientele.

Glenfiddich Grand Cru is a unique expression from the Glenfiddich distillery, renowned globally for its pioneering spirit and craftsmanship. Aged for 23 years and finished in rare French cuvée casks, Glenfiddich Grand Cru fuses the finest flavours from Scotland and France, delivering an extraordinary drinking experience designed to celebrate life’s most special moments. This latest partnership further cements Glenfiddich’s standing as a beacon of luxury and sophistication.

The Falcon Aero Jet Night was not just a celebration of a new venture, but a true testament to the power of vision, craftsmanship, and shared values, ushering in a new era of premium experiences in aviation and luxury lifestyle.