The Itsekiri Global Homecoming Organising Committee has launched its visual campaign titled ‘I Am Part of the Iwere Story,’ which features notable Itsekiri personalities such as business leader Tara Fela-Durotoye, chef Chef Fregz, legal expert Ayuli Jemide, and actress Tomama (DatWarriGirl). This campaign is part of the preparations for a significant 7-day cultural event scheduled for 2026.

French President Emmanuel Macron has cautioned technology companies against pushing artificial intelligence beyond limits that could undermine human ability, speaking Monday at the Lumière Summit in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, the first international conference dedicated to the future of cinema and the moving image. According to the report, Macron warned against designing AI to become a replacement for humans, with OpenAI's chief scientist also raising concerns about testing the limits of the technology.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) founder Mike Dada, California Governor Gavin Newsom, and Afretrade CEO Lekan Salaam are among those scheduled to speak at the California–Lagos Summit, according to ThisDay Live. The event, reported by Sunday Ehigiator, is set to bring together political and business figures from Nigeria and the United States, with further speakers and details expected to be announced.

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has publicly expressed support for content creator Kamo State following the release of his debut cinema movie, Star Lomo. According to Legit.ng, Akindele's backing comes as the film faces criticism on social media. Kamo State, known primarily as an online content creator, is making his first foray into cinema with the project, and Akindele's endorsement has drawn attention to the ongoing debate surrounding the movie's reception.

Professor Fatima Kyari, Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN), has been named the 2026 Aig-Imoukhuede Visiting Fellow at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford. According to a statement released by the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation on Monday, Kyari was selected for the fellowship in recognition of her contributions, with the appointment highlighting her role in medical regulation in Nigeria.

Lois Andrew Ihwo, the Chief Executive Officer of Dee Utensils, congratulated Kingsley James Awodi on his inauguration as President of the Nigeria Para-Powerlifting Federation. She expressed optimism that his leadership will lead to growth and development for the sport in Nigeria.