Veteran Nollywood actor Bob-Manuel Udokwu has dismissed reports claiming he accused legendary actor Pete Edochie of “parading himself” as the oldest actor in Nollywood. Udokwu clarified that his comments, made during a podcast appearance, were taken out of context and misrepresented online. Speaking in an interview with NollyNow, Udokwu emphasised that he never made derogatory remarks about Edochie and would never disrespect him. “The line that I said Pete Edochie…

Popular Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday has openly expressed her frustration with her current relationship status, saying she is tired of being single. The outspoken actress made the revelation during the latest episode of her talk show, Unfiltered with NBS, where she spoke candidly about love, dating, and the struggles of maintaining relationships in the public eye. In a refreshingly honest moment, Nkechi admitted that she has never been single…

Tomeka Thiam, the long-time wife of global music superstar Akon, has officially filed for divorce just days before what would have been the couple’s 29th wedding anniversary. Court documents obtained from Fulton County, Georgia, show that Tomeka filed the petition on Thursday, September 11, 2025, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for the dissolution of their marriage. The filing marks the end of a nearly three-decade-long union that has largely…

Nigerian celebrity chef and Guinness World Record holder, Hilda Baci, has revealed why she scaled down her original plan of cooking 250 bags of rice to 200 bags in her latest bid to set a new world record for the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice. The event, held at Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos, attracted a large crowd of food lovers, celebrities, and dignitaries, including Nollywood actress Funke Akindele,…

Nigerian singer-songwriter Adekunle Gold has announced the upcoming release of a new album, “FUJI” set for October 3rd, promising fans a deeply personal glimpse into his life and career. Sharing the news via his Instagram page, the acclaimed artist offered insights into the inspiration, experiences, and emotions that shaped the project. Describing the album as “my story,” Adekunle Gold revealed that it reflects a journey spanning the past five years,…

Renowned Nigerian chess master and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, Tunde Onakoya, has announced that he is taking a break from Twitter (now X), citing the increasing negativity on the platform. In a heartfelt post shared with his followers, Onakoya explained that the online space had become overwhelming for him. He described himself as an empath and said the emotional weight of global issues and toxic conversations on the…

Popular singer and activist Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, widely known as Charly Boy, has announced that he is actively looking for a wife for his 46-year-old son. The entertainer made the revelation in a post on X on Friday, sharing details about the man and the kind of partner his family seeks. Charly Boy said his son is a master’s degree holder and stands 5 ft 11 ins tall. He added…

Veteran Nollywood actor Chiwetalu Agu has moved quickly to quash false reports claiming he had died, urging fans to ignore the hoax and report its source. In a video shared on his official Instagram page on Friday, the veteran actor addressed the rumours directly. He introduced himself and reassured supporters of his good health. “Fans and family, please disregard any rumours about my death, and kindly report the page of…

Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, has opened up about why he has been less active on social media in recent weeks. Davido, who holds the title of the most-followed African artist across social media platforms, suggested that his marriage has influenced how frequently he posts online. The revelation came after a fan expressed concern over his absence, noting that he had not posted in more than three…

Veteran Nollywood actor Yemi Solade has sparked conversations in the entertainment industry with his bold claim that no actress can afford a Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV, popularly called a G-Wagon, solely from acting. Solade, who is known for his outspoken nature and decades of experience in the Nigerian film industry, made the remark during a recent appearance on The Honest Bunch podcast. The actor explained that the Nigerian film industry does…

Two years ago, Nigerian chef Hilda Baci captivated global audiences when she cooked her way into the Guinness World Records. In May 2023, the Lagos-based culinary star completed a 100-hour cooking marathon that earned her international acclaim and cemented her name as one of Africa’s most dynamic food ambassadors. Her feat, however, was later surpassed by Irish chef Alan Fisher in November 2023. Yet, the dethroning did little to dim…

Pastor Jerry Eze, founder of Streams of Joy International, has once again been named Nigeria’s highest-paid YouTuber. This marks the second consecutive year he has held the title, cementing his place as the country’s most influential faith-based digital content creator. According to Playboard, a global platform that ranks YouTube channels, Pastor Eze leads in both revenue and live viewership. Each time he streams, an average of 282,451 people tune in,…