Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Nollywood actor Charles Okocha has asked fans and well-wishers to pray for his friend, Rico, popularly known on social media as “Billionaire Gateman.” This comes after a terrifying incident in which the ceiling collapsed on Rico. According to reports, the plaster of Paris (POP) ceiling in Rico’s home gave way without warning, falling directly on him. The heavy material pinned him to the ground. The incident shocked everyone who saw it happen or heard about it. A close call Rico was home when the ceiling suddenly came crashing down. It was a freak accident that could have easily ended in…

Nigerian R&B star Darey Art Alade lost his car to a sudden fire on Friday, June 6, in Lagos State. The incident happened around 4 p.m. on the Third Mainland Bridge, one of the busiest roads in the city. The car, which was being driven by a staff member, caught fire without warning. According to initial reports, the vehicle burned completely before help could arrive. However, no one was harmed in the incident. Darey Art Alade’s wife shares the news online Deola Art Alade, Darey’s wife, broke the news to fans and followers through her Instagram page on Saturday. She…

Popular Nigerian actress and entrepreneur, Aisha Lawal, has addressed recent rumors about her source of wealth. She also spoke out on allegations that she received a car gift from Musiliu Akinsanya, also known as MC Oluomo, the national chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW). The actress made her comments during an interview on the show Talk to B, where she firmly denied the claims and explained how she built her fortune. Viral video sparks controversy The controversy began after a video went viral on social media. In the clip, a man identified as Baba Bistijabah, one…

Nigerian skit maker and comedian, Brain Jotter, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of highlife music legend, Mike ‘Gentleman’ Ejeagha. Ejeagha, a respected figure in Nigeria’s music history, passed away on Friday night after a long battle with prostate cancer. He was best known for his unique storytelling style and his popular 1983 hit song, Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo. News of his death broke on Saturday and was confirmed by multiple media outlets, including New Daily Prime. Fans, celebrities, and cultural lovers across the country have since paid tribute to the late musician. “His melody lives forever” Reacting to…

Veteran Nigerian actress and producer, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, has called for urgent structural reforms in Nollywood. With over three decades of experience in the film industry, Omotola made this passionate appeal through a viral Instagram post on Saturday, June 7. The actress, widely respected for her roles in more than 300 films, compared her experiences working in Nigeria’s Nollywood with her brief time in Hollywood. She highlighted one major difference: the issue of residual payments, or royalties. Hollywood pays royalties, Nollywood doesn’t Omotola expressed her concern about how Nigerian actors are often left without long-term financial rewards for their work. According…

Afrobeats sensation Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, better known as Wizkid, has voiced a strong desire for better leadership in Nigeria and across Africa. He made this call during the premiere of his documentary, “Wizkid: Long Live Lagos,” at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York on Friday. Speaking to an international audience, the Grammy-winning artist stressed the need for improved governance across the continent. Wizkid, one of Africa’s most influential musicians, said that good leadership is a major step towards unlocking Africa’s full potential. High hopes despite challenges “I always wish for better government,” Wizkid said. “I’m just a very positive…

Nigerian Afrobeats star Bella Shmurda has raised concerns over the financial habits of many of his fellow artists. He believes that reckless spending is leaving many young musicians broke and dependent on record labels to fund their careers. In a recent episode of the Afrobeats Intelligence podcast, the “Cash App” hitmaker shared personal experiences and offered advice to upcoming artists on how to manage their earnings wisely. Early mistakes and lessons learned Bella Shmurda admitted that he once made the same mistakes he now warns others about. At the beginning of his rise to fame, he spent carelessly, trying to…

The family of legendary Nigerian highlife musician, Mike Ejeagha, has confirmed that the music icon died of prostate cancer. He passed away peacefully on Friday evening, June 6, at the age of 95. Speaking to Vanguard on Saturday morning, the musician’s eldest son, Emma Ejeagha, said his father died after a long battle with the disease. According to him, the highlife maestro had been living with prostate cancer since 2006. Emma explained that his father took his last breath at the 32 Garrison Hospital in Enugu. “Papa died on Friday, at 8 p.m. and his body has been deposited in…

Popular Nigerian singer Peter Okoye, also known as Mr. P, has publicly defended himself in a new social media post. In a strong statement shared online, Peter claimed that certain people close to him are working hard to damage his image. He said they are trying to make him look like a liar. He made it clear that he is not someone to be pushed aside or spoken for. “I’m not May D or Cynthia Morgan,” he said, referring to artists who had past disputes with his family’s music label. “I’m Peter Okoye, the one and only Rock/Okwute of the…

Plans are in top gear to hold the second edition of the Eko Mi Awards. With the team, ‘Eko Best 11,’ the event is set to be held on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at the Radisson Blu Hotels, in Ikeja GRA, Lagos. According to Otunba Bestman Nze Jumbo, the CEO of Image Expression, publisher of Eko Mi, Eko E Newspaper and the organiser of Eko Mi Awards, this edition isn’t just another event. “It’s a salute to legacy, leadership, and the relentless Lagos spirit. We’re celebrating pioneers, disruptors, and legends who’ve redefined what’s possible and powered the pulse of Lagos,”…