Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo, has sounded the alarm over what he considers a worrying trend in Nigeria’s film industry, particularly on YouTube, where casting decisions are increasingly being driven by popularity and appearance rather than genuine acting ability. Kanayo, whose real name is Anayo Modestus Onyekwere, is one of Nollywood’s most respected pioneers, widely celebrated for his breakout role in the 1992 blockbuster Living in Bondage.  With a career spanning more than three decades, he has consistently positioned himself as an advocate for professionalism, quality, and respect for craft in the Nigerian film industry. In a video message…

Recently evicted Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate, Ivatar, has opened up about her time in the house, alleging that some of her fellow contestants deliberately tried to sabotage her progress.

Maverick Nigerian singer, Seun Kuti, has shared his perspective on the ongoing debate about Afrobeats, arguing that the global music phenomenon is more of a “title” than a distinct genre. The Grammy-nominated musician, who is the son of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, made the remarks in a recent interview with The Beat 99.9 FM in Lagos. Known for his outspoken views on music and politics, Seun described Afrobeats as a general label used to identify African sounds, rather than a structured musical style. “I think Afrobeats is more of a title than a genre,” he said. “You can see Amapiano…

During their marriage, Annie often faced public scrutiny over 2Face’s relationships outside their union.

Veteran Nigerian juju musician, Ebenezer Obey, has dismissed widespread rumours circulating on social media that claimed he had passed away. The 82-year-old legend, whose real name is Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi, took to his official Instagram page on sunday to reassure fans of his health. In bold letters, he wrote: “STOP THE RUMORS!!!! EBENEZER OBEY IS ALIVE AND WELL!!” The post was accompanied by a short note urging the public to ignore the false claims and focus on celebrating music rather than spreading fear. His statement quickly went viral, calming fans who had been unsettled by the unverified reports. The rumours, which…

South African singer Tyla has once again claimed the Best Afrobeats award at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), beating a star-studded lineup of Nigerian heavyweights. The 23-year-old star edged out Asake and Travis Scott’s Active, Burna Boy featuring Travis Scott’s TaTaTa, Rema’s Baby (Is It a Crime), Tems featuring Asake’s Get It Right, Wizkid featuring Brent Faiyaz’s Piece of My Heart, and the collaborative remix Shake It to the Max (Fly) by Moliy, Silent Addy, Skillibeng, and Shenseea. Although she clinched the night’s top Afrobeats honour, Tyla narrowly missed out on a second trophy. Her track Push 2…

Veteran Nigerian comedian, Atunyota Akpobome, popularly known as Ali Baba, has lost ownership of his Victoria Island property in Lagos following a court order. The eviction took place on Friday, September 6, 2025, after a writ of possession was issued by the Federal High Court. The order, signed on August 15, directed that the property be returned to its original owner. The enforcement also affected Ali Baba’s media company, XQZMOI TV, which operated from the same premises. The property, located in one of Lagos’s most expensive neighbourhoods, was sold to Ali Baba in 2021. Records show that he purchased it…

Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 10 housemate, Thelma Lawson, has emerged as the new Head of House (HoH) for week seven, taking over from interim holder, Faith. The announcement came after Monday afternoon’s HoH challenge, a task that tested the speed, focus, and endurance of all participating housemates. Thelma outperformed rivals including Koyin, Faith, Jason Jae, Bright Morgan, and Kaybobo to claim the coveted position. Her victory drew cheers from fellow contestants, many of whom had seen her come close in previous weeks. This time, she pushed through the challenge with determination, eventually earning the HoH crown. Moments later, Big…

Veteran Nigerian highlife musician, Bright Chimezie, has raised concerns about the state of modern Nigerian music. The respected singer, known for his unique style of highlife and Ziggima sound, said many of today’s artistes focus heavily on rhythm but neglect the lyrical depth that gives songs lasting value. Chimezie, who spoke on the latest episode of the CreativTea podcast, praised the younger generation for their creativity and global success. However, he advised them to pay more attention to the messages in their songs. “Music is more profitable now than in my time,” he said. “The only problem I have with…

Dede picked up the call, only to be stunned by the voice of the show’s host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, on the other end.