Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Veteran Nigerian singer Salawa Abeni, widely celebrated as the Queen of Waka, has reassured fans that she is alive and in good health following viral rumours of her death. In a video posted on her Instagram page, the 62-year-old music icon sang briefly to lighten the mood and confidently declared that she was “hale and hearty.” Abeni used the opportunity to thank her fans, family, and friends for their love and concern while urging them to ignore false reports circulating online. “My family, friends, and fans home and abroad, thank you so much for your love and concern. I am…

Nollywood star Lateef Adedimeji has urged aspiring entertainers to rethink their obsession with stardom, describing fame as fleeting and “fake.” Speaking at a recent conference, the award-winning actor emphasised that true fulfillment lies not in popularity but in building identity, values, and purpose. “Fame is fake!” Adedimeji declared. “The truth is, fame doesn’t define you, identity does. Your values, your purpose. Fame is fake, actually. It’s not real. It can come and go.” The actor, known for his versatility and emotional depth on screen, expressed concern that many newcomers to the entertainment industry chase fame without first developing their craft.…

Nollywood actor Kunle Remi has penned a touching tribute to late filmmaker Kayode Peters on what would have been his 50th birthday.

Behind the glitz and drama of Yoruba Nollywood, some beloved actresses found more than just fame on set— they walked down the aisle with fellow stars, proving that love can be as scripted as the roles they play. In this article, The New Daily Prime highlights some of the most prominent actresses who married within the industry and have since become enduring symbols of love and resilience. Toyin Abraham  One of the most admired celebrity couples in Yoruba Nollywood is Toyin Abraham and Kolawole Ajeyemi. Toyin Abraham, known for her exceptional acting skills and versatility, is a household name in…

Beyond Wizkid, Asake, and Skillibeng, Sarz album features appearances from Shallipopi, Teni, Lojay, and American rapper Gunna, giving the project an international flavour.

Global music and fashion icon Rihanna and her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, have welcomed their third child, and their first daughter. The couple announced the happy news on Rihanna’s official X page on Thursday, revealing that their daughter, named Rocki Irish Mayers, was born on September 13, 2025. The announcement was accompanied by a heartwarming Instagram photo showing the singer cradling the newborn, who was wrapped in a soft pink blanket. Rocki joins her big brothers, RZA, born in 2022, and Riot, born in 2023, making her the youngest in the growing family. Read Also: Cardi B confirms pregnancy with fourth…

Nigerian singer Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, popularly known as Skales, has opened up about his difficult childhood and the journey that led him from modest beginnings in Kaduna to becoming one of Afrobeats’ recognizable stars. Speaking on the TownHall Different podcast, Skales reflected on the sacrifices his late mother made to provide for him despite their limited means. “My mum was a teacher, and we didn’t have much. We lived in a hut before moving to a BQ. We slept on the floor with mats, and my mom would spread a wrapper on the floor and sleep,” he recounted. “Coming from…

Legendary Fuji musician Saheed Osupa has expressed deep gratitude to Nigerian Afropop star Burna Boy after the Grammy-winning artist publicly named him as his “GOAT singer” on a global stage. In a heartfelt message shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) page, Osupa described Burna Boy’s tribute as a “monumental moment” that celebrates not just his personal journey but the entire Fuji music tradition. “Burna Boy’s heartfelt tribute, naming me as his GOAT singer on a global stage, is a monumental moment that celebrates the soul of Fuji music and its timeless influence,” Osupa wrote. “This honour, not only, uplifts…

Media personality Oladotun Ojuolape Kayode, popularly known as Do2dtun, has publicly backed Nigerian music star Paul Okoye (Rudeboy) in the ongoing controversy surrounding an X (formerly Twitter) user, @chubbiedivah, who accused the singer of rape and domestic abuse. The incident sparked outrage after @chubbiedivah alleged that Rudeboy raped his house-help and sent his wife and sister-in-law out of his home, accusations Rudeboy has vehemently denied and vowed to challenge legally. In a strongly worded post on social media, Do2dtun urged Rudeboy not to ignore the allegations, stressing that such damaging claims must not go unpunished. “Listen @rudeboypsquare, if you leave…

Nigerian music star Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy, has vowed to take legal action against a social media user who accused him of sexual assault. The user, identified by the handle @chubbiedivah on X (formerly Twitter), allegedly posted claims that Rudeboy raped his house help, a statement the singer has vehemently denied. She wrote: Raped/coerced their domestic help. She’s the help, how could she sat no? plus she was most likely wayyyy younger. In another remark, she wrote:  When he was found out, he sent his wife and sister-in-law at the time out of the house. very yanmayanma nigga…