The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has attributed the tragic boat accident that claimed the life of popular Nollywood actor, Junior Pope, and four others in April 2024 to human error. NIWA’s Managing Director, Bola Oyebamiji, made this disclosure on Thursday during a multimodal transportation stakeholders’ forum held in Abuja. He stated clearly that the fatal incident, which occurred on the Anam River in Anambra State, was not caused by…

DJ Tunez, the official disc jockey for Afrobeats superstar Wizkid, has revealed that his toughest challenge in the music industry has nothing to do with touring or producing songs. Instead, it’s about mending fences between two of Nigeria’s biggest music stars, Wizkid and Davido. During a recent livestream on X (formerly Twitter), DJ Tunez got candid with his followers. He was asked about the most difficult moment in his career.…

Long before today, Afrobeats has been dominating global playlists. In the 2000s, dance floors across Nigeria and beyond often enjoyed “African Queen” sung by 2Baba or 2Face, Styl-Plus’s “Olufunmi” among others.  These weren’t just songs, but cultural fuel powering radio stations, street parties, and club nights nationwide.  That era marked a golden age in the evolution of Afrobeats. Its infectious rhythms and unforgettable anthems not only defined the sound of…

Popular Nigerian socialite and nightclub promoter, Pascal Okechukwu, widely known as Cubana Chief Priest, has stirred fresh controversy on social media amid an ongoing paternity dispute with a Kenyan woman, Hellen Ati. In a recent Instagram post, the celebrity barman shared a video clip of himself enjoying a vacation in France.  The video, intended to be humorous, was captioned with the phrase, “PASKAL!!! You Will Suffer”, a line that has…

Drama unfolded in the Big Brother Naija Season 10 house as housemate Kaybobo broke down in tears following serious allegations made against him by fellow contestant, Mensan. The tension began when Mensan accused Kaybobo of being a bully and making disrespectful comments about his mother. The claims sparked a heated argument between the two housemates, drawing the attention of other contestants. Mensan did not hold back. He described Kaybobo’s behaviour…

Paul Ibe, media adviser to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the Presidency for comparing the reward given to the Super Falcons to the grand prize awarded to the winner of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija). The controversy began after Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, took to his X (formerly Twitter) account to defend the federal government’s cash reward to the Super Falcons.…

Emotions ran high on Wednesday night in the Big Brother Naija Season 10 house as housemate Isabella broke down in tears over her complicated relationship with fellow contestant, Kayikunmi. During a heartfelt conversation with co-housemate Thelma Lawson, Isabella opened up about her emotional turmoil.  She expressed deep frustration and pain over Kayikunmi’s sudden revelation that he is also interested in another female housemate. According to Isabella, their connection had grown…

Nollywood star Iyabo Ojo has called on mothers to break away from harmful generational patterns and create a more positive, faith-driven environment for their children. The actress shared this heartfelt message during her daughter Priscilla Ojo’s baby shower, which took place over the weekend in Canada. Speaking to a close-knit group of friends and family, Iyabo used the emotional event to encourage women to be intentional about parenting and to…

Veteran Nollywood actor Don Richard has made a heartfelt appeal to the public, seeking financial support as he battles kidney disease. In a deeply emotional video shared on Instagram Tuesday evening, fellow actress and media personality Biola Bayo posted a clip of Don Richard explaining the severity of his condition and the toll it has taken on his life and family. Speaking in the video, the actor revealed that he…

Nigerian music legend 2Baba Idibia has officially tied the knot with his new partner, Natasha Osawaru, in a private traditional ceremony held in Abuja. The quiet wedding, which reportedly took place over the weekend, was attended by a small group of close family members and friends. A now-viral video from the event shows the couple dressed in traditional attire, smiling as they pose with a customised wedding cake, further confirming…

Veteran Nollywood actress Shaffy Bello has opened up about her experience with dating, her stance on younger men, and the kind of relationship she is now looking for. Speaking during a recent episode of the Dear Ife podcast, the 54-year-old actress shared candid details about her love life, revealing that younger men still message her frequently. While she admitted the attention is flattering, she criticised the way some of them…

The long-standing feud between Nollywood actresses Lizzy Anjorin and Iyabo Ojo has taken a new turn, igniting fresh drama across social media platforms. The latest clash began after Iyabo’s daughter, Priscilla Ojo, publicly revealed that she is expecting her first child with Tanzanian singer Juma Jux. Priscilla shared the joyful news on Instagram, posting a series of elegant maternity photos that quickly went viral and drew widespread congratulations from fans…