Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Nollywood actor Rotimi Salami has finally broken his silence following the death of his close associate and mentor, actress Allwell Ademola. New Daily Prime reports that Allwell Ademola died from a heart attack on Saturday, December 27, 2025, a development that sent shockwaves across the Nigerian film industry. In the days after her passing, many Nigerians flooded Rotimi Salami’s social media comment sections, expressing concern about his emotional state and well-being. Read Also: Muyiwa Ademola mourns cousin, Allwell Ademola The actor addressed the public in a deeply emotional post shared on his Instagram page, revealing the depth of his grief. Salami…

Lagos stood still once again last weekend as comedian and entertainer Kennyblaq sold out the Mobolaji Johnson Arena (formerly Onikan Stadium) for the second consecutive time with his acclaimed Reckless Musicomedy Festival, drawing over 20,000 fans to the iconic venue. The back-to-back sell-out further cemented Kennyblaq’s reputation as one of Nigeria’s most formidable live performers, showcasing his growing influence in the entertainment industry. From the moment he stepped on stage, the atmosphere was electric. Kennyblaq delivered a high-energy performance that seamlessly blended comedy, music, sound effects, and intense audience interaction, keeping the massive crowd fully engaged throughout the night. Read…

Entrepreneur Sophia Momodu, the first baby mama of Nigerian music star Davido, has cautioned fans against referring to her as the singer’s wife, stressing that such labels are inaccurate and disrespectful. In a video broadcast, Momodu revealed that despite ending her relationship with Davido many years ago, some fans still address her as his wife, even after the singer’s marriage. She said the situation often leaves her shocked and uncomfortable. Read Also: Sophia Momodu claims Davido did not support their child Recalling a recent encounter, Momodu said a content creator hailed her as “Mama Imade, OBO’s wife,” a remark she immediately…

Italian-Nigerian singer and songwriter Charles Onyekachi Onyeabor has shared a sobering reflection on the state of Nigeria following the recent road accident involving world-renowned boxer Anthony Joshua. New Daily Prime recalls that Joshua was involved in a fatal accident in Ogun State, which claimed the lives of two of his friends. The boxer reportedly survived the incident narrowly. Reacting via his Instagram page, Onyeabor first expressed gratitude for Joshua’s survival while sympathising with the bereaved families. Read Also: Nigerians criticize reckless truck parking amid Anthony Joshua car accident “This Anthony Joshua situation got me thinking out loud once again. Thank God…

Nigerian music star Burna Boy has made history after his I Told Them tour emerged as the highest-grossing tour by an African artist ever. According to tour monitoring platform reports, the I Told Them tour grossed $30.5 million from 302,801 tickets sold across 22 shows in Europe and North America. “@burnaboy’s I Told Them… is officially the highest-grossing tour by any Afrobeats artist in history, with $30.5 million from 302,801 tickets sold in 22 shows,” the platform stated. Read Also: Burna Boy, VDM visit Kirikiri Burna Boy also broke another major record during the tour, delivering the highest-grossing single concert by…

Nollywood’s 2025 will be remembered as a watershed year, one in which women did not merely occupy space in the industry but decisively shaped its direction. From record-breaking box-office runs to global streaming success, female filmmakers and producers stood at the centre of Nollywood’s most influential moments. Their stories dominated cinemas, trended on digital platforms, and sparked conversations far beyond Nigeria’s borders. These women refused to be confined by outdated stereotypes or limited expectations. Instead, they explored themes of power, love, ambition, politics, identity, history, and everyday Nigerian realities, delivering films and series that resonated deeply with audiences while proving…

Actor Alesh Sanni has expressed disappointment over the wave of emotional tributes that flooded social media following the death of his colleague, actress and producer Allwell Ademola, questioning the sincerity behind many of the condolences. Allwell Ademola reportedly passed away on Saturday, December 27, at the age of 49. In a video shared on his Instagram page, Sanni criticised what he described as selective support within the entertainment industry. Read Also: Muyiwa Ademola mourns cousin, Allwell Ademola He noted that several individuals who are now publicly mourning the late actress failed to support or promote her work while she was alive.…

Veteran Nigerian singer Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has shed light on the role of his former bandmate, Faze, in the long-running rift between him and fellow ex-Plantashun Boiz member, Blackface. New Daily Prime recalls that 2Baba and Blackface have been locked in an on-and-off feud for several years, with Blackface repeatedly accusing the African Queen crooner of intellectual property theft, allegations 2Baba has consistently denied. Read Also: I’m key to Plantashun Boiz’s debut’, says Blackface Addressing fans during his performance at the Made in Benue Festival in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, 2Baba clarified that Faze has remained neutral…

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Lagos State Command, has received popular Nigerian music star Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, known as Burna Boy, and social commentator Otse Vincent, also known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), on a courtesy visit to the Maximum Security Custodial Centre, Kirikiri, Apapa, Lagos. According to a statement issued on Sunday, the visit was aimed at obtaining first-hand information on the legal and administrative procedures that allow for the discharge of inmates through the payment of fines, in line with existing laws and correctional regulations. The statement, signed by the Public Relations Officer of the custodial centre, Osho Onimisi Joseph,…

Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has announced that she has accepted the apology tendered by the founder of Grace Nation Bible Ministry, Pastor Chris Okafor. Ogala made this known on Sunday via her Facebook page, shortly after sharing a video of the clergyman publicly asking for forgiveness before members of his church. “Pastor Chris please don’t kneel. This was all I wanted. Apology accepted,” the actress wrote. Read Also: Doris Ogala hints on resolving face-off with Okafor New Daily Prime reports that in the video shared earlier by Ogala, Pastor Okafor was seen kneeling before his congregation as he expressed remorse over…