Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Popular TikToker and content creator Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, has alleged that fellow entertainer Carter Efe recently advised him to start smoking. Speaking during a livestream, Peller claimed Carter Efe suggested that smoking would boost his energy levels during live sessions. According to him, Carter Efe disclosed that he and members of his team smoke before going live. Read Also: Funke Akindele helped me while I was in prison – TikToker Peller “Carterefe told me to start smoking so that I can get high energy. He told me he and his crew smoke before going on livestreams,” Peller said.…

Nigerian content creator Kolu has reportedly been arrested in the United Kingdom following an alleged altercation with immigration officers. The development was disclosed by Nigerian singer Candy Bleakz in a video shared on her Instagram page. According to the singer, Kolu travelled to the UK under her sponsorship. Narrating the incident, Candy Bleakz explained that the situation occurred while they were preparing to board a return flight to Nigeria. Read Also: Candy Bleakz: Why you shouldn’t ‘japa’ if you’re doing well in Nigeria She claimed Kolu was unable to locate his passport, and matters escalated when immigration officials were informed. “I…

Nigerian music stars Tems and Burna Boy have surpassed South African rock band Seether as the African acts with the most entries on the Billboard U.S. Hot 100 chart. The trio had previously been tied at seven entries each. However, Tems and Burna Boy secured new spots on the chart this week through their appearances on J. Cole’s album The Fall-Off. Read Also: 2025 Grammy Awards: Tems Wins Best African Music Performance “Bounce Road Blues,” featuring Tems and Future, debuted at No. 34, while “Only You” with Burna Boy entered at No. 78. The new entries bring both Nigerian artists to…

Nollywood actress Rosy Meurer has publicly denied claims that she was once a close friend of actress Tonto Dikeh before marrying businessman Olakunle Churchill. Meurer addressed the long-standing allegation in a recent Instagram video, dismissing reports that she “snatched” Churchill from Tonto, who was previously married to him. Read Also: Tonto Dikeh, ex -husband reconcile after a decade of turmoil Social media users had alleged that Meurer was Tonto’s best friend and was involved with Churchill during his marriage. In 2017, Churchill was accused of cheating on Tonto with Meurer, who was said to be close to the family at the…

Veteran movie marketer Akeem Olatunji Balogun, popularly known as Olasco Films, has described actors Okunnu and Austin Emmanuel as ingrates. Olasco made the remarks while responding to allegations levelled against him by the actors during recent interviews. Read Also: Portable labels relationship with Ashabi his “biggest life mistake” New Daily Prime recalls that Okunnu recently called out Olasco Films over a movie produced for him about 16 years ago. The actor accused the marketer of withholding all proceeds from the project, stating, “I haven’t forgiven Olasco.” The accusation followed earlier claims by Austin Emmanuel, who alleged that Olasco Films and his…

Nigerian Afrobeats singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has sparked controversy after calling for capital punishment for rapists. New Daily Prime reports that Nigeria has recently witnessed a surge in sexual assault reports, with multiple rape cases emerging from different parts of the country. Read Also: Simi promotes the Women’s financial independence movement Reacting on Tuesday night, Simi took to X to express her frustration and demand stricter measures against perpetrators. She wrote: “I’m sickkk of this. Stop raping women. They need to castrate rapists and burn them.” Her post ignited debate online, with some suggesting that similar harsh punishment…

Former Big Brother Naija housemate and comedian DeeOne has criticised ex-presidential candidate of the Labour Party Peter Obi, over what he described as the former governor’s reluctance to spend money on his political ambition. DeeOne made the remarks in a viral Instagram video on Saturday while reacting to the emergence of the City Boy Movement, a political support group backing the re-election bid of President Bola Tinubu in 2027. According to the comedian, the movement, reportedly initiated by the President’s son, Seyi Tinubu, has attracted some former supporters of Obi as coordinators and directors across parts of the South-East. Read…

Nigerian actor Victor Udochukwu Nwaogu, popularly known as Nkubi, has revealed that repeated rejection over his physique pushed him into acting. The movie star shared his experience while speaking on the stigma faced by little people during a recent episode of the One On One podcast, which he attended with his wife. Nkubi explained that he only became fully aware of how different he was after completing secondary school, when he began facing rejection while seeking minor jobs. Read Also: Lizzy Jay reacts to troll who called her “dry” “As a child, you barely understand your reality, but you know you…

Nigerian Afrobeats star Wizkid has criticised veteran singer 2Baba (Innocent Idibia) for rating Burna Boy ahead of him on the global stage. New Daily Prime reports that 2Baba, during a recent interview with Seun Okinbaloye, shared his opinion on the popular “Big 3”, Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy, often regarded as Nigeria’s biggest global music exports. When asked who ranks highest among the trio internationally, 2Baba named Burna Boy as the number one Nigerian artist on the global stage. Read Also: I’m only a  lover boy, not a womaniser — 2Baba Reacting to the comment on Snapchat, Wizkid took a swipe…

Popular Nigerian TikToker Peller has revealed that actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele came to his aid while he was in custody. New Daily Prime reports that the content creator was arrested in December 2025 following an alleged deliberate car accident in Lagos State. Reacting to the incident, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) ordered his arrest and prosecution for reckless driving. Read Also: Jarvis: How I was able to move on from Peller faster Speaking at the premiere of the movie Love Notes on Saturday, Peller recounted how Funke Akindele played a role in securing his release after they exchanged pleasantries…