Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record label boss, Azeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, has urged young Nigerians to steer clear of using sports betting as a primary means of survival. In a recent post shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the Marlian Music boss cautioned against the growing culture of overreliance on football betting, which has become increasingly popular among Nigerian youths. “Football bet no be work bro. Please stop before they finish you,” he warned in the post that has since gone viral, sparking conversations across social media platforms. Naira Marley went on to encourage young…

Odera Mbadiwe, elder brother of former Big Brother Naija housemates and popular duo, the Mbadiwe twins, has broken his silence following days of anxiety over his whereabouts. The hospitality entrepreneur, who was reported missing earlier in the week by his family, took to social media to reassure the public that he is safe and currently recuperating after a harrowing ordeal. In a heartfelt statement shared on his Instagram page, Odera disclosed that his disappearance was the result of ingesting harmful substances that left him incapacitated and unable to communicate. Though details of the incident remain unclear, he confirmed that he…

BBNaija Season 10 housemate Imisi has shared an emotional confession about her growing feelings of jealousy over Kola’s interactions with other housemates, describing herself as “very obsessive”.

Recently evicted Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 10 housemate Ivatar has alleged that fellow housemate Mensan touched her inappropriately during their time in the Big Brother house.

Hilda Baci, has expressed deep gratitude to her fans, sponsors, and supporters following her remarkable achievement of cooking the world’s largest pot of jollof rice.

Veteran Nollywood actor Bob-Manuel Udokwu has dismissed reports claiming he accused legendary actor Pete Edochie of “parading himself” as the oldest actor in Nollywood. Udokwu clarified that his comments, made during a podcast appearance, were taken out of context and misrepresented online. Speaking in an interview with NollyNow, Udokwu emphasised that he never made derogatory remarks about Edochie and would never disrespect him. “The line that I said Pete Edochie is parading himself and deceiving others never came from me,” Udokwu explained. “That was a complete misrepresentation. It is very wrong for me to do such a thing.” Udokwu went…

Popular Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday has openly expressed her frustration with her current relationship status, saying she is tired of being single. The outspoken actress made the revelation during the latest episode of her talk show, Unfiltered with NBS, where she spoke candidly about love, dating, and the struggles of maintaining relationships in the public eye. In a refreshingly honest moment, Nkechi admitted that she has never been single for this long in her adult life. “This is actually the longest that I have been single,” she said. “I am literally tired of being single. Before, once I leave…

Tomeka Thiam, the long-time wife of global music superstar Akon, has officially filed for divorce just days before what would have been the couple’s 29th wedding anniversary. Court documents obtained from Fulton County, Georgia, show that Tomeka filed the petition on Thursday, September 11, 2025, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for the dissolution of their marriage. The filing marks the end of a nearly three-decade-long union that has largely been kept away from the public spotlight. In her petition, Tomeka requested joint legal custody of the couple’s daughter, who is 17 years old, with visitation rights granted to Akon.…

A major highlight of the anniversary will be the conferment of the Distinguished University of Benin Alumnus Award on a select group of notable individuals who have made remarkable contributions to society.

Nigerian singer-songwriter Adekunle Gold has announced the upcoming release of a new album, “FUJI” set for October 3rd, promising fans a deeply personal glimpse into his life and career. Sharing the news via his Instagram page, the acclaimed artist offered insights into the inspiration, experiences, and emotions that shaped the project. Describing the album as “my story,” Adekunle Gold revealed that it reflects a journey spanning the past five years, a period marked by both triumphs and challenges. In his post, he highlighted the emotional highs and lows that influenced the music, from the grief of losing his father to…