By Toheeb Babalola After hearing inspiring stories from predecessors who had undergone the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in the late 1990s and early 2000s, the joy of wearing a lemon-coloured khaki and white shirt became a dream for me. Some of these stories, particularly Mr. Moriyanu’s (not his real name), remain stuck in my head. In 2002, Moriyanu was deployed from his hometown in the Southwest to a state…

Nollywood actor Williams Uchemba shared a chilling Abuja experience in a viral video, describing eerie events that left him shaken. According to Uchemba, he unknowingly lived in a house that he believes was haunted by malevolent spirits. During his stay, he noticed strange and unsettling changes in his life. His finances took a sharp downturn, and his health began to deteriorate. At first, he dismissed these challenges as mere coincidences.…

A magistrate court in Abuja has ordered the arrest of popular social media personality Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). The court took this action after he failed to appear for a hearing regarding allegations of criminal defamation against gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. The Chief Magistrate Court in Wuse Zone 6, Abuja, issued the bench warrant on Thursday, March 13, 2025. Magistrate Emmanuel Iyanna directed the Nigeria Police…

The estranged fiancée of popular comedian Oluwadolarz, Ifeluv, has hinted at possible legal action while addressing their widely publicized breakup. In a strongly worded Instagram post, she accused the comedian of infidelity and revealed that she took their personal issues online to distance herself from him. Accusations of infidelity Ifeluv made it clear that she was not responsible for the breakdown of their relationship. She claimed Oluwadolarz was the only…

Renowned Nigerian filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has voiced his frustration over what he describes as a growing wave of incompetence in the country. The award-winning director took to Instagram to share his concerns, highlighting a troubling trend among job seekers who, despite complaining about unemployment, fail to perform efficiently when given an opportunity. Afolayan did not hold back his disappointment. In a strongly worded post, he wrote: “I am so saddened…

Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has addressed criticism over his portrayal of an affluent Igbo man in Omoni Oboli’s new movie, Love In Every Word. Some viewers claim his character, Odogwu Obiora, presents Igbo men as “simps” who excessively pamper their partners. Arukwe played Odogwu, a wealthy businessman who showers his girlfriend, Chioma (played by Bambam), with expensive gifts and attention. While many, especially female viewers, praised the film for depicting…

Popular Nollywood actor Chinedu Ikedieze, widely known as “Aki,” has revealed the challenges he faced growing up with stunted growth. In a recent interview with Chude Jideonwo, he shared how his diagnosis at age nine led to intense bullying, emotional pain, and even thoughts of suicide. During the interview, Aki recalled visiting a hospital with his mother after falling sick. The doctor’s words left a lasting impact on him. “The…

Nollywood’s Eniola Ajao brings Owambe Thieves to cinemas nationwide on April 18, 2025, promising suspense, drama, and an unforgettable experience. The highly anticipated film promises an intense mix of suspense, deception, and high-stakes drama, making it one of the biggest Nollywood releases of the year. Directed by Adeoluwa Owu and produced by Ajao, Owambe Thieves tells the gripping story of a struggling married couple who take a desperate gamble to…

American rapper and YouTuber Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr., better known as DDG, has fired his cameraman for flirting with his date during a livestream. Cameraman’s flirting interrupts dinner A viral video from his recent broadcast shows DDG dining at a restaurant with model Tiana. However, the evening took an unexpected turn when his cameraman, Johnny, repeatedly interrupted by flirting with the model. His actions seemed to annoy him, who decided…

Actress Ayo Edebiri says she got death threats and racial slurs after billionaire Elon Musk shared a false report linking her to a Pirates of the Caribbean role. The controversy began in February 2024 when a fake news report claimed that Disney was considering Edebiri as a replacement for Johnny Depp in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. Musk, the owner of X (formerly Twitter), reacted by posting, “Disney sucks.”…

Nigerian actress and comedian Lizzy Jay has spoken out against body shaming, encouraging slim women to remain confident despite societal pressures. In a powerful Instagram post, she addressed the growing obsession with extreme weight-loss methods and urged women not to let bullying affect their self-esteem. Rising pressure to be slim Lizzy Jay highlighted the increasing use of medications like Monjaro and Ozempic, as well as homemade herbal mixtures, in the…

Nigerian actress and comedienne Lizzy Jay has fired back at a social media troll who insulted her on Instagram, delivering a sharp response to shut them down. The online exchange quickly gained attention, sparking mixed reactions from fans and followers. The drama began when an Instagram user, identified as @jaiyeadewunmi, left a negative comment on one of Lizzy Jay’s posts. The troll simply wrote, “dry,” implying that Lizzy’s content was…