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Comedian Woli Agba prays for Naomi Silekunola, ex-wife of the Ooni of Ife, sharing heartfelt support and faith-filled words on Instagram. His emotional post offered words of encouragement, faith, and hope while addressing the challenges Naomi has faced since her separation from the royal figure. In his message, Woli Agba assured Naomi that her struggles were not unnoticed by God. He expressed his belief that divine justice would prevail, asking…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has stated that it is unaware of claims that social media influencer Martins ‘VeryDarkMan (VDM)’ Otse lost N180 million from his non-governmental organisation (NGO). Earlier, The New Daily Prime reported that VeryDarkMan, in an Instagram video, alleged that the account of his NGO—launched in October to focus on community development and equipping public schools—was hacked. According to him, N180 million was transferred to…
Actor Afeez Owo Announces Father’s Passing with Heartfelt Tribute Renowned actor Afeez Owo announces the passing of his father, Moshood Akanji Abiodun, receiving heartfelt condolences from fans and colleagues. On Friday night, December 27, the celebrated Nollywood star, married to actress Mide Martins, took to social media to break the sad news. Afeez shared a heartfelt tribute, accompanied by a photo of his late father, to inform fans and followers…
Nollywood actress Opeyemi Aiyeola has announced the cancellation of her planned charity events, citing concerns over potential risks and legal consequences. Her decision follows a devastating incident involving Queen Naomi and Hamzat Oriyomi, who were detained after a tragic stampede occurred at their charity funfair, claiming 35 lives. Tragic incident at Oriyomi and Naomi’s charity funfair The stampede at the charity funfair organized by Queen Naomi and Hamzat Oriyomi sent…
Femi Adebayo shares his latest film, Seven Doors, was inspired by the life of a king he was closely connected to, focusing on culture, love, and tradition. In an engaging interview with, Adebayo explained how this project aims to celebrate and preserve Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage. The cultural significance of “Seven Doors” Adebayo emphasized that preserving Nigeria’s culture is vital. “It’s extremely important to preserve our culture. Creating films that…
Canadian Film Star Mourns Her Mother on Instagram On Friday, the Canadian-based film star Lola Alao took to her Instagram page to share heartbreaking news, accompanied by heartfelt photos of her mother. Among the images were those the two had taken together, capturing precious moments they shared. Alao, 55, paid a touching tribute to her late mother, expressing profound sorrow and praying for her soul’s peace. “Rest in perfect peace,…
2024 will be remembered as a pivotal year in Nigeria’s history, marked by losses, separations, new beginnings, and remarkable achievements. As is often the case, celebrities in Nigeria’s vibrant entertainment industry—and even beyond—dominated the headlines for various reasons, whether personal, emotional, controversial, or inspiring. The drama surrounding some of the biggest names in Nigerian showbiz showed no signs of slowing down. Like previous years, 2024 was a blend of highs…
Funke Akindele’s new film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, is making waves in Nollywood, solidifying her status as an award-winning actress and filmmaker. In just two weeks, the film grossed an astonishing N783 million, setting new benchmarks in Nigerian cinema. It has become the highest-grossing Nollywood film of 2024 and made history by earning N107 million in a single day — the largest one-day gross ever recorded in the industry. The film,…
Former Big Brother Naija housemate Adekunle Olopade recently opened up about the deep personal significance of Ilebaye’s victory in the All-Stars edition of the show. In a candid conversation with fellow housemates Kellyrae, Jeff, and Topher, Adekunle revealed the impact his actions during the “Level Up” season had on Ilebaye’s journey. During his time as Head of House, Adekunle was responsible for nominating housemates for eviction. Reflecting on the decisions…
Drake dismisses claims that rap is “dead,” asserting its endurance during a live chat with streamer Adin Ross. The rapper remains confident in its legacy. The conversation began when Ross boldly declared, “Rap is dead.” Without hesitation, Drake countered the statement, saying, “It’ll never die. It was a weird NBA season. New season starts in five days.” His response was brief but clear, underscoring his unwavering belief in rap’s enduring…
Actor and filmmaker Frederick Leonard has issued a strong rebuttal to the rumors circulating about his marriage to Peggy Ovire. In an emotional and forceful Instagram post, Leonard addressed the spread of falsehoods and the invasion of their privacy, condemning bloggers and social media users who have targeted their relationship. His message was clear: their marriage is a private matter that does not warrant public scrutiny. Defending personal choices and…
MultiChoice’s West Africa Content Head calls the AMVCAs a symbol of excellence, celebrating African creativity in film and television. Busola Tejumola emphasized the awards’ significance in highlighting African storytelling’s diversity and creativity. Tejumola shared this sentiment during the announcement of the call for entries for the 11th edition of the AMVCAs. She stated, “The AMVCAs have become a beacon of excellence, celebrating the vibrancy and diversity of African storytelling. We…
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