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Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood actress and filmmaker Iyabo Ojo, has officially tied the knot with her Tanzanian heartthrob, Juma Jux, in a grand traditional wedding ceremony. The much-anticipated union, held on Thursday, was attended by several top names in the Nigerian entertainment industry, drawing both admiration and online buzz. The Lagos ceremony follows Priscilla Ojo and Juma Jux’s intimate customary wedding held in Tanzania earlier in February. The event…
Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, has vowed to pursue legal action against anyone who defames him, following his recent arrest and remand over an alleged criminal defamation case involving veteran fuji musician Akorede Saheed, widely known as Saheed Osupa. In a now-viral video circulating on social media, the self-styled “Zazu” crooner issued a stern warning to his critics, declaring that he would no longer tolerate…
Phyno denies claims of selling his Lagos estate due to tribal bias, dismissing reports of anti-Igbo sentiment in Yoruba areas as false and baseless. Viral tweet sparks controversy The drama began when a Twitter user and self-proclaimed journalist, operating under the handle @JustSociety4All, posted a now-deleted tweet. The tweet alleged that Phyno had sold his ₦10 billion estate in Lagos to an Arab businessman from Libya. The post claimed the…
Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has spoken out for the first time following her heated altercation with fellow actress Laide Bakare. The two stars clashed at a high-profile event in Lagos on Sunday, drawing widespread attention both online and within the Nigerian film industry. The incident took place during the premiere of Owanbe Thieves, a movie by filmmaker Eniola Ajao. What was meant to be a glamorous night of celebration turned…
Popular Nigerian TikTok star Peller may be on the verge of ending his relationship with fellow content creator Jadrolita after viral video sparked controversy. Trouble began after a video surfaced showing Peller getting close to another woman during a recent trip to Ghana. The video quickly went viral, sparking widespread reactions from fans and followers on social media. Jadrolita responds with emotion Following the online buzz, Jadrolita took to TikTok…
Peter Okoye, one half of the legendary Nigerian music duo P-Square, has sparked new conversations about family, loyalty, and mental health. In an emotional social media post, Peter opened up about his private battles, sharing a message that appears to mirror his own experiences within the Okoye family. On his Instagram story, Peter posted a short but powerful message. It read: “Don’t let ‘family’ be the reason you’re drowning in…
Fuji star Osupa has officially withdrawn his legal case against controversial street-hop singer Portable after intervention from industry stakeholders. The decision followed interventions from major stakeholders in the music industry and respected figures in society. Osupa’s lawyer, Ahmed Opalekunde, confirmed to The PUNCH on Tuesday that a formal notice to withdraw the charges had been submitted to Upper Area Court 1 of the High Court in Ilorin, Kwara State. Police…
The long-running feud in the Okoye family, members of the famous Nigerian music group P-Square, has reached the courtroom. Peter Okoye has taken legal action against his elder brother and former manager, Jude Okoye, accusing him of fraud. Justice A. Owoeye is hearing the matter at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos. Through his lawyer, Afolabi I., Peter filed a petition to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC),…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has revealed a surprising and little-known detail about his 2012 breakthrough single, Dami Duro, which launched his career. According to him, the 2012 hit was so widely loved that it reportedly became the ringtone of Nigeria’s then-president, Goodluck Jonathan. In a recent interview with Power 105.1 FM in the United States, Davido — born David Adeleke — spoke about how the success of Dami Duro changed the…
Actress Laide Bakare has publicly vowed to retaliate against her fellow Nollywood star, Eniola Badmus, after being called an “animal” in a private message. The heated exchange between the two popular actresses has sparked a wave of reactions from fans and industry insiders. Drama unfolds during movie premiere The tension began following the star-studded premiere of Owanbe Thieves, a film produced by Eniola Ajao, held on Sunday in Lagos. Both…
A heated clash between two Nollywood stars, Eniola Badmus and Laide Bakare, shocked guests at the premiere of Owanbe Thieves on Sunday night in Lagos. A glamorous night turns sour The event, hosted by actress and producer Eniola Ajao, was meant to be a celebration of her new film. The red carpet was rolled out, celebrities arrived in style, and the atmosphere was festive. But what began as a night…
Popular Nigerian singer Okikiola Badmus, better known by his stage name Portable, has been remanded at the Oke Kura Correctional Centre in Ilorin. The decision followed his failure to meet the bail conditions imposed by an Upper Area Court in Kwara State. Legal trouble for the Zazoo Zeh star Portable appeared in court on Monday to face charges of defamation. The case was filed against him by Fuji music legend,…
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