Former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) winner and reality TV star, Mercy Eke, has revealed that her groundbreaking victory in the fourth season of the reality show was a triumph not just for herself but for “all young women” who dare to dream big. In a recent interview with BellaNaija, the media personality and entrepreneur reflected on her historic win and the impact it had on female representation in the popular…

Nigerian music legend and evangelist, Chief Commander Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi, has called on Nigerian students to apply their knowledge and skills towards inspiring positive change and contributing meaningfully to national development. Obey-Fabiyi gave the charge during the signing-out ceremony of 79 students from the sixth graduating set of Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, held at the Ebenezer Obey Music and Life Skills Institute, Abeokuta Centre, on Saturday. The veteran musician, who is also…

Nigerian singer “Seyi Shay” has finally opened up about the root cause of her long-standing feud with fellow music star “Tiwa Savage”, revealing that her former personal assistant (PA) was at the centre of the bitter fallout. Speaking on the “OffAir Show” with Gbemi and Toolz, the “Yolo Yolo” crooner recounted how her ex-staff secretly had a relationship with Tiwa Savage’s estranged husband, Tunji Balogun, popularly known as “TBillz”. According…

Nigerian gospel singer Moses Bliss has expressed deep disappointment after his much-anticipated visit to Tanzania was abruptly cancelled due to visa complications. The concert, scheduled for Friday, October 3, 2025, was set to host more than 60,000 worshippers, but was called off after the singer and his team were denied entry into the country. In a heartfelt statement on Instagram, Bliss said he was devastated that fans who had gathered…

Rap mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has appealed to a U.S. judge for leniency ahead of his sentencing on Friday, blaming years of dr¥g addiction for his violent past and claiming he has turned his life around after more than a year behind bars. In a letter to Judge Arun Subramanian, the 54-year-old apologised “for all of the hurt and pain that I have caused,” admitting that he “literally lost [his]…

For the past eight years, Big Brother Naija has reigned as Nigeria’s biggest reality television show, dominating conversations both online and offline.  From its dazzling Saturday night parties to dramatic evictions and controversial housemates, BBNaija has built a cultural empire that stretches far beyond television. But before the glitz of BBNaija and its multimillion-naira endorsements, Nigeria already had a vibrant television culture, filled with shows that shaped pop culture, created…

American rapper and music mogul, Sean “Diddy” Combs has been handed a prison sentence of more than four years after being convicted on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution. Judge Arun Subramanian delivered the ruling on Friday at a New York courthouse. While acknowledging Diddy’s career achievements, the judge said the full scope of his actions could not be ignored. “However, the court has to consider all of your history…

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Faith, has received warm support from his father after being disqualified from the reality show. Faith was expelled on Thursday evening following a physical altercation with fellow housemate Sultana during a skincare task rehearsal. According to reports, he forcefully dragged a basket containing group materials, causing Sultana to fall and sustain injuries to her ankle and hand. Read Also: BBNaija S10: Faith wins brand new N38m…

Nigerian singer Deborah Oluwaseyi Joshua, popularly known as Seyi Shay, has sparked fresh debate after openly claimed she was once a member of the controversial secret society, the Illuminati. The “Yolo Yolo” crooner made the startling revelation during an appearance on the OffAir Podcast with Gbemi and Toolz, where she spoke candidly about different stages of her career. “That’s when I was in the Illuminati. That’s when I joined the…

Nollywood actress Laide Bakare has stirred controversy after revealing that she introduced her daughter to clubbing and alcohol at the age of 17. The actress disclosed during a recent interview with content creator Mr Lilgaga, where she spoke candidly about her parenting style.  According to Bakare, she wanted her daughter’s first experiences with nightlife to come from her rather than external influences. “I took my daughter to the club for…

Veteran Nollywood actress Bukky Wright has expressed overwhelming joy and gratitude as she witnessed her son, Eniola Wright, tie the knot with his partner, Moyam. The screen icon took to her official Instagram page to share her emotions, describing the occasion as one of the most fulfilling moments of her life. In a heartfelt post, Wright offered prayers for the newlyweds while thanking God for granting her the grace to…

Actress and entrepreneur Temi Ajibade, daughter of billionaire businessman Femi Otedola, has addressed public reactions to her decision to officially adopt her husband’s surname after tying the knot with Afrobeats star Oluwatosin Oluwole Ajibade, popularly known as Mr Eazi.