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BBNaija Star Dede Asks Big Brother to Let Her Stay: “I’m Scared My Mom Won’t Take Me Back” After Kola Drama Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 10 housemate, Dede (Precious Ashiogwu), has made an astonishing request to Big Brother, asking if she can be allowed to remain in the house permanently after the reality show […]
Nollywood Actress Mercy Aigbe Announces Mother’s Passing Nollywood star Mercy Aigbe is mourning the loss of her mother, Mrs. Abosede Olubunmi Aigbe, who passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. The actress made the sorrowful announcement on her official Instagram page, sharing a poignant image of a lit candle against a backdrop of a broken […]
Tiwa Savage Reveals 2021 Leaked Sex Tape was Result of a Bet by Ex-Partner Afrobeats sensation Tiwa Savage has delivered a stunning new twist to the infamous 2021 scandal involving her leaked intimate video, revealing that the highly traumatic incident was a result of a bet made by her former partner. The Grammy-nominated singer shared […]
DJ Cuppy: Marriage is Most Powerful Partnership in Life Nigerian disc jockey and philanthropist Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, widely known as DJ Cuppy, has shared her deep reflections on marriage, describing it as the most powerful and important partnership in a person’s life. The billionaire heiress took to her X (formerly Twitter) account to express her […]
Don Blasts Companies for Choosing BBN Over Academic Research University of Lagos professor, Professor Chris Obisi, has publicly lamented the “misplaced priorities” of Nigerian companies that lavish millions on sponsoring entertainment reality shows like Big Brother Naija (BBN) while neglecting to fund vital academic research. The professor stated that this trend is a major factor […]
Legendary R&B Group Shalamar Returns to Nigeria After 40 Years to Headline Independence Concert Nigerian music lovers are in for a treat as the iconic American R&B group Shalamar is set to headline a historic concert in Abuja to celebrate Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day. The Grammy-winning trio, known for timeless classics like “A Night To […]
Cultural Celebrations: Ebonyi Community Uses Yam Festival to Preach Harmony and Unity In a powerful blend of cultural celebration and a call for peace, the Edda clan in the Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi State has used its annual New Yam Festival to address the lingering communal crisis affecting the area. The festival, known […]
Dangote Group Commiserates with BBNaija Winner Phyna Over Sister’s Death The Dangote Group has officially offered its condolences to the family of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, widely known as Phyna, following the death of her sister, Ruth Otabor. In a statement released on Sunday, the company confirmed that Ruth passed […]
BBNaija S10’s Faith Named Most Influential Housemate In a new twist to the ongoing Big Brother Naija Season 10, housemate Faith Adewale has emerged as the “Most Influential Player” for the week. The recognition is part of a new format introduced by Big Brother, popularly known as “Biggie,” where contestants vote for the housemate who […]
Lagos to Host 2025 Best of Nollywood Awards, Aims for Guinness World Record Lagos State is poised to host the 2025 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards, with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu officially accepting the hosting rights. The formal presentation took place at the Lagos House, Marina, where the governor received a delegation of Nollywood’s finest, including […]
The Creative Economy: Nigeria’s Creative Industry Contributes ₦1.3 Trillion to GDP, Says Kaduna Deputy Governor The Kaduna State Government has reaffirmed its dedication to leveraging the creative industry as a key driver of youth empowerment and economic diversification. At the opening ceremony of the 8th Kaduna International Film Festival (KADIFF), the Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza […]
A Matter of Love, Not Tribe: Made Kuti Fires Back at Critic of His Inter-Tribal Marriage In a powerful testament to the legacy of his iconic family, Afrobeat musician Made Kuti has fiercely defended his marriage to his wife, Inedoye Adanne Onyenso, an Igbo woman, against a tribalistic comment from an online critic. The incident, […]
Otega and Kayikunmi Evicted in Shock BBNaija S10 Twist, Shaking Up Race for N150M Prize The competition in the Big Brother Naija Season 10 house intensified on Sunday night as two housemates, Oghenetega “Otega” Eritomi and Oluwakayikunmi “Kayikunmi” Ajibade, were evicted from the reality show. Their eviction was announced by the show’s host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, […]
President Tinubu Hails Wole Soyinka at 91, Calls Nobel Laureate ‘Uncommon Patriot, Global Inspiration President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended glowing tributes to Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka, describing him as an “uncommon patriot and enduring inspiration to Nigeria and the world,” as the literary titan marks his 91st birthday today, Sunday, July 13, 2025. […]
“Don’t Marry Out of Desperation,” Chimamanda Adichie Advises Young Women Renowned Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has offered a poignant piece of advice to young women, urging them to exercise caution and intentionality in choosing a life partner rather than succumbing to desperation or societal pressure. Adichie’s counsel, delivered at a recent student event, emphasizes […]
Veteran Nigerian Filmmaker Kayode Peters Dies at 49 in Canada The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, is mourning the passing of veteran actor, producer, and director, Kayode Peters, who has died in Canada at the age of 49. His demise, confirmed by various reports on Saturday, marks a significant loss for the creative community. Details surrounding […]
“90% of Yoruba Kings Don’t Believe in Yoruba Gods” – Seun Kuti Slams Monarchs, Cries Betrayal of Heritage Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has stirred significant controversy by publicly asserting that a vast majority of Yoruba kings do not genuinely believe in the traditional Yoruba deities they are meant to represent. The outspoken artist, son of […]
“90% of Nigerian Pastors Won’t Get Away with This Abroad” – Tacha Slams Clerics’ Conduct, Demands Accountability Controversial UK-based Nigerian reality star, Natasha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has ignited a fresh debate about the conduct of Christian clerics in Nigeria, asserting that the actions of “90 per cent of Nigerian pastors” would not be […]
It’s Unfair for Artistes to Sign Others Just as a Milestone, Simi Declares, Urges Deeper Commitment Popular Nigerian singer and songwriter, Simisola Bolatito Ogunleye, widely known as Simi, has voiced a strong opinion on the current trend within the music industry where established artistes sign emerging talents primarily as a “milestone” or a vanity project, […]
JBlaze: ‘I’m an Audacious Filmmaker Who Upholds Uncompromising Quality Nigerian filmmaker and actor Jide Oyegbile, popularly known as JBlaze, has garnered acclaim for his innovative storytelling and commitment to excellence in filmmaking. His latest short film, Brukaci, recently won the Best Short Film award at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), highlighting his dedication […]