Richard Chamberlain, the actor best known for his role in the 1960s medical drama, Dr Kildare and leading role in Shogun, has died aged 90, his publicist has confirmed to journalists. Chamberlain earned the title “king of the mini-series” for his leading roles in Shogun and The Thorn Birds. He died late on Saturday night local time (10:15 GMT Sunday) in Waimanalo, Hawaii, after suffering complications from a stroke, his…

One of Nollywood’s best actresses, Monalisa Chinda is bereaved by the heartbreaking loss of her beloved mother, Dame Comfort Franca Chinda. The actress poured out her sorrow, honouring the woman who shaped her life with love, sacrifice, and unwavering devotion in an emotional tribute shared on social media. She wrote, her words carrying the weight of immeasurable loss, “Rest in peace, Mom – Dame Comfort Franca Chinda. You will forever…

Media personality Daddy Freeze says President Tinubu’s leadership has restored his faith in Nigeria, citing progress in key sectors and urging patience. He believes the administration’s policies are paving the way for national progress. During an interview on Nigeria Info FM in Lagos, Daddy Freeze acknowledged his initial doubts about Tinubu’s presidency. However, he now sees promising developments, particularly in the power sector. He urged Nigerians to be patient, emphasizing…

Popular but controversial Nigerian streamer, Peller, says he has been receiving death threats after speaking out against a trending challenge on TikTok. The content creator made this shocking claim during a recent livestream. He revealed that unknown individuals had warned him to watch his back or face the same fate as another popular streamer, Oloba Salo, who was shot in Lagos last year. Peller’s troubles began after he urged Nigerians…

Veteran Nollywood actress Ayo Adesanya has raised concerns over the increasing obsession with artificial beauty in the entertainment industry. She cautioned that popular cosmetic trends, such as the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), might not stand the test of time. Speaking with The Nation newspaper at a recent movie premiere, Adesanya shared her thoughts on the growing influence of beauty enhancements in Nollywood. While she acknowledged their current popularity, she insisted…

The organisers of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) have announced the return of physical auditions for the highly anticipated 2025 season, marking a major change. This marks a major shift from previous years, where contestants auditioned virtually. The announcement came through BBNaija’s official Instagram page on Saturday. The post hinted at exciting changes for the reality show’s tenth season. “This time, it is all about showing up and being you. Ready…

Nigerian music superstar Davido has welcomed another rising talent to his record label, Davido Music Worldwide (DMW), further expanding its growing roster. The award-winning singer has officially signed independent artiste Boi Chase, further expanding the label’s growing roster of artists. DMW announced the signing on its Instagram story, sharing a video of a celebratory dinner held in honor of Boi Chase. The label captioned the video, “Congratulations @datsboichase. Welcome to…

Nigerian rap icon M.I Abaga has shared his thoughts on the ongoing hip-hop battle between American rapper Kendrick Lamar and Canadian superstar Drake. Speaking in a recent interview on Afropolitan, M.I compared Drake’s current situation to his own experiences in Nigeria’s rap industry. According to M.I, the backlash Drake is facing after his lyrical clash with Kendrick is intense. However, he believes Drake has the talent and experience to make…

Nigerian afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has announced that he was the executive producer on his friend Cubana Chief Priest’s new song. The socialite had earlier teased a snippet of his upcoming track ‘More Money’ from his album ‘CP No Small’ in an Instagram reel on March 27. The video showed him vibing energetically to the beat as he gave fans a taste of what’s to come.…

Nollywood actress Juliana Olayode has strongly rejected polygamy and infidelity, citing her personal experience growing up in a polygamous household. She believes the practice causes emotional pain, breeds competition among spouses, and creates an unstable family environment. During a recent interview on Oyinmomo TV, Olayode openly expressed her disapproval of polygamous relationships. She emphasized that witnessing the struggles within her own family shaped her views on marriage. According to her,…

Veteran Nollywood actor Patrick Doyle has accused Nigeria’s real estate sector of serving as a major front for money laundering and other financial crimes. He claims that money laundering is widespread in the industry, with many estates serving as storage for illicit funds rather than housing for residents. Doyle made these revelations in a recent interview on Echo Room, hosted by Quincy Jones. He expressed concern over the increasing number…

Nigerian billionaire and politician, Senator Ned Nwoko, has dismissed rumors of a marital crisis with his sixth wife, actress Regina Daniels. Instead, he revealed that they are expecting their third child together. Divorce speculations spark social media buzz Talks of a possible separation between Nwoko and Daniels have been making waves online. Fans noticed that the actress removed her husband’s photos and name from her social media page. She also…