The Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) has announced that it has received 3,120 submissions for the upcoming Zuma International Film Festival (ZUFF). The submissions, which came from filmmakers across Nigeria, Iran, India, the United States, Spain, and France, were received ahead of the festival’s 14th edition, set to take place from December 1 to 5 in Abuja. The NFC made this announcement during a press briefing held to unveil the official…

Veteran Nollywood actress Yetunde Wunmi has opened up about how her deep passion for acting led to the collapse of her marriage. In an emotional interview with BBC Yorùbá, the actress recounted her journey in the entertainment industry, which began in 1982 under the mentorship of Sunday Akinola’s theatre group. Wunmi revealed that her inspiration came from the legendary filmmaker Adeyemi Afolayan, popularly known as Adelove. She fondly recalled her…

Nigerian superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, recently celebrated the first birthday of his twin children.The New Daily Prime recalls that the award-winning Afrobeat artist and his wife, Chioma Rowland, welcomed their twins in the United States on Tuesday, October 9, 2023.On Wednesday, Davido shared a heartfelt tribute on his verified X account, expressing gratitude for their lives.He posted a photo adorned with two baby face emojis and wrote,…

A Nigerian woman named Stella has claimed that she became pregnant by the renowned artist Burna Boy, describing it as a natural outcome for couples in love. She emphasized that, as a woman, conceiving is a normal part of life, especially given her fertility. However, when Burna Boy’s mother learned of the pregnancy, she denied the allegations, which left the woman feeling deeply distressed. Stella expressed her disappointment, noting that…

Kellyrae, the Big Brother Naija season 9 winner, said that he and his wife split the prize money. After being provoked with the question, he announced this during a live video chat with his supporters on social media.According to him, he now has N60 million after sending N55 million to his wife, Kassia, to take care of herself.They continued to answer fans’ questions while playing in the cute way that…

Afrobeat singer Paul Okoye, formerly one half of the iconic P-Square duo, has shared his thoughts on the recent arrest of controversial media personality Speed Darlington. Darlington’s arrest came after he allegedly defamed Nigerian superstar Burna Boy in a viral video. Okoye used the situation to address the broader issues surrounding freedom of speech and the responsible use of social media platforms. In a statement posted on his social media,…

Nigerian music sensation Oyinkansola Aderigbigbe, widely known as Ayra Starr, has earned four nominations for the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMA). The list of nominees was unveiled on Wednesday by the organizers, highlighting Ayra Starr’s recognition in several categories. She is nominated for ‘Best African Act,’ ‘Best Push,’ ‘Best Afrobeats,’ and ‘Best New Artist.’ These nominations reflect her rising influence and success on the global stage. Other Nigerian artists…

Nigerian singer and songwriter Sydney Esiri, better known as Dr Sid, has officially confirmed his relocation to the United States. The artist, known for his hit single “Over The Moon”, shared the news during a recent appearance on the “No Man’s Friend” podcast. Dr Sid revealed that he moved to the U.S. after securing a job opportunity with a company based in New York. “I now live in the U.S.,”…

Popular Nigerian actress Funke Akindele resorted to social media to encourage her fans and followers to promote love and kindness, underlining the power of words and the significance of building a supportive community. In her message posted on X, Akindele emphasized the significance of kindness and compassion, particularly in the context of social media. She acknowledged that everyone has their own struggles and stresses that words can have a powerful…

The police have released singer, comedian, and content creator, Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington on bail. Darlington was arrested and detained following a petition from Grammy Award winner, Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy, alleging cyberstalking. The controversial musician was released to lawyer, Deji Adeyanju after meeting conditions stipulated by police at the Inspector General of Police Intelligence Response Team’s Department in the Guzape area of Abuja.…

Grammy Award-winning musician, Burna Boy has responded to the growing concerns surrounding rapper Speed Darlington’s mysterious disappearance, which has left fans alarmed. Reports surfaced earlier stating that Speed Darlington had been missing for three days, with fans pointing out his unusual absence from social media and the lack of communication from him. The timing of Speed Darlington’s disappearance has raised eyebrows, as it comes just weeks after he publicly questioned…

Movie star Tayo Sobola, widely recognized by her stage name Sotayo Gaga, has joyfully revealed the arrival of her first child through a heartfelt social media announcement. The acclaimed Yoruba actress, who entered into matrimony with a Northerner in2021, shared an endearing video showcasing her baby bump on Instagram prior to welcoming her little one. The touching reveal has sparked a wave of jubilant congratulations from fellow actors and friends…