Legendary American singer and songwriter Billy Joel has been diagnosed with a brain condition known as Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). The 76-year-old music icon revealed his health status in a statement released by his management on Friday through his official Instagram page. The announcement came as a shock to fans worldwide, as it also included news that Joel has cancelled all his upcoming concerts. The tour dates had been scheduled…

Nigerian singer and songwriter Seyi Shay has opened up about a personal decision that surprised many fans. The music star recently shared why she stopped attending her former church, and her reason has sparked conversations online. In a post on her Instagram story, Seyi Shay revealed that a disagreement with a church leader’s stance on music in worship pushed her to leave the church. The leader had suggested that the…

The Nigeria-UK Golfing Association (NUGA) hosted its much-anticipated Captain’s Day 2025 at the prestigious Mannings Heath Golf Course in Sussex, drawing a vibrant crowd of golf enthusiasts, guests, and members for a memorable 27-hole competition under sunny skies. A total of 59 out of 60 registered players teed off, making the first NUGA major of the year a resounding success. The annual event, seen as a celebration of camaraderie and…

Adeola Omotoso, the daughter of Nollywood actress Jumoke George, has finally broken her silence after being missing for over four years. In a heartbreaking interview, she revealed that she was trafficked to Mali and forced into prostitution. The 41-year-old woman shared her story shortly after her rescue by the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM). Her case, which shocked the entertainment industry and the public, highlights the dangers of human trafficking…

Nigerian singer Peter Okoye, widely known as Mr P and one-half of the famous P-Square duo, has opened up about his decision to part ways with his twin brother and music partner, Paul Okoye, also known as Rudeboy. In a recent interview with Cool FM in Lagos, Mr P spoke candidly about the reasons behind the separation. He emphasised that while many fans may not fully understand, he and his…

On Thursday, rapper Kid Cudi delivered explosive testimony in the ongoing sex trafficking trial of hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. Speaking under oath, Cudi accused Combs of breaking into his home and setting his Porsche on fire. The alleged motive? Cudi’s brief relationship with Combs’ ex-girlfriend, singer Cassie Ventura. Now in its second week, the trial has featured testimony from 16 witnesses, including Cassie herself. Each day has brought new…

Popular Nigerian rapper Ruggedman has been arrested and is currently being held at the Lagos State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Panti. The arrest, which took place earlier this week, is linked to an ongoing dispute involving the Performing Musicians Employers Association of Nigeria (PMAN). Activist raises alarm over alleged police abuse The news was first made public on Thursday by human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu. In a post shared…

Kim Kardashian has reached a major milestone. The American reality TV star and business mogul has completed California’s Law Office Study Program, a rare legal path that does not require law school. At 44, Kardashian can now sit for the California Bar Exam. The program, offered only in a few U.S. states, allows students to study law through an apprenticeship model. Rather than attend law school, participants learn under the…

Popular Nigerian actress Ekene Umenwa has revealed that she once faced pressure from insiders in Nollywood to abandon her Christian faith in exchange for success in the film industry. In an emotional Instagram post shared on Wednesday, Umenwa recounted how a group of unnamed individuals advised her to “drop Jesus and Mary” if she truly wanted to make it big in Nollywood. A test of faith in the spotlight Umenwa…

Famed actor George Wendt, best known for his role as Norm Peterson on the classic sitcom Cheers, has died at the age of 76. The actor passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, according to a statement released by his longtime publicist, Melissa Nathan. News of his death was shared with the public later that day. A quiet farewell In the official statement, Nathan described Wendt…

The family of late Nollywood actor Junior Pope has been hit with another devastating loss. His father, Ozor Luke Odonwodo, has passed away, just one year after the actor’s tragic death. Jennifer Awele, the widow of Junior Pope, shared the news on her Instagram page. In a heartfelt post, she revealed that her father-in-law died in his 80s. She described him as a kind-hearted, devoted father who lived a full…

Grammy-winning Nigerian music star, Damini Ogulu, known to fans around the world as Burna Boy, has revealed that a new version of him has emerged, and the old one is gone for good. In a deeply personal message shared on the Instagram page of his upcoming album No Sign of Weakness, Burna Boy said that the version of himself many fans once knew is no longer alive. He blamed Nigerians…