Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Nollywood actor Taye Arimoro has accused fellow actress Peggy Ovie and her crew members of physically assaulting him on a movie set. In a viral social media video, Taye Arimoro narrated that the incident occurred on Tuesday night while he was working on Peggy Ovie’s film project. He claimed that the assault took place after he attempted to leave the set for exceeding the agreed-upon working hours. Read Also: Police arrest two prime suspects in Lil Kesh assault case “I say I want to go home, they don’t want me to go home. Guys, look at my mouth, because I said…

Ace Nigerian rapper Olamide has revealed the profound influence that late Indigenous rapper Dagrin had on his career and that of many other artists in the Southwest. Speaking in a recent video broadcast, the YBNL boss admitted that Dagrin’s music, particularly his critically acclaimed album ‘C.E.O’, continues to serve as a source of inspiration, especially during moments of creative block. Read Also: Omawumi opens up on her relationships with late Dagrin, Dokta Frabz “Dagrin’s ‘C.E.O’ album is a timeless project. That’s the only rap album almost everybody in the Southwest can sing word for word. Dagrin influenced a lot of rappers.…

Nigerian reality TV star and entrepreneur Anita Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has made history by setting two new Guinness World Records (GWR) for the most cosmetic makeovers completed in eight hours and in 24 hours. The announcement was made on the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Guinness World Records, which congratulated the media personality on her outstanding achievement. Read Also: Tacha set to beauty festival, host Guinness World Record “Congratulations to @Symply_Tacha who set TWO new @GWR titles for the most cosmetic makeovers in eight hours AND 24 hours,” the post read. According to Guinness World Records, the…

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Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Ned Nwoko, has denied claims that he married his estranged wife, Regina Daniels, when she was still a minor, insisting that the actress was 19 years old at the time of their marriage. The lawmaker clarified in response to widespread criticism and controversy surrounding his six-year marriage to the Nollywood actress, which recently broke down amid accusations of domestic violence and substance abuse. New Daily Prime recalls that Regina Daniels had accused Nwoko of domestic abuse and announced that she was no longer interested in continuing the marriage. Read Also: Regina Daniels reveals mother warned…

Senegalese-American singer and entrepreneur Akon has sparked debate on social media after claiming that Nigeria could have become the world’s leading economic power if it had retained full control of its oil resources since independence in 1960. In a post shared on his official Instagram page, Akon imagined an alternative history in which Nigeria kept 100 percent of its oil profits rather than allowing foreign companies like Shell and ExxonMobil to dominate its energy sector. “What if Nigeria had kept 100 percent of its oil money since 1960 instead of letting Shell and Exxon take it? We’re talking about two…

Famous Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels, has expressed her joy following the release of her elder brother, Sammy Daniels, from detention. New Daily Prime reports that Sammy was granted bail of ₦5 million on Monday, November 10, 2025, and subsequently released after meeting his bail conditions. His release comes after days of public agitation and social media campaigns under the hashtag #FreeSammy, which trended nationwide over the weekend. Read Also: Regina Daniels’ brother, Sammy, granted ₦5m bail Sammy’s detention had stirred widespread concern after reports emerged that he was arrested and charged to an Abuja court by his brother-in-law, Senator Ned Nwoko,…

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Nigerian singer and songwriter Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has achieved a new milestone in her music career, as her hit single “Duduke” earned a Gold certification in New Zealand. The certification, issued after the song sold 15,000 units, marks Simi’s first-ever international music certification, further cementing her position as one of Africa’s most successful female artists. The achievement was announced earlier this week, and fans across social media celebrated the singer’s global recognition. The Gold plaque reflects Duduke’s enduring appeal nearly three years after its release. Read Also: Singer Simi urges artists to take mentorship seriously Released in 2022,…

In the history of Nigeria’s Armed Forces, the office of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) stands as one of the most powerful and sensitive positions in the country.  The COAS serves as the professional head of the Nigerian Army, responsible for overseeing its operations, administration, and strategic direction.  Over the decades, the nation has witnessed several transitions in this office, some peaceful, others tragic.  Notably, three Chiefs of Army Staff have lost their lives while still in active service, leaving deep marks on the nation’s military history. Read Also: Oluyede takes over today as Chief of Army Staff Major General…