Cuppy, 9ice, other celebs entertainment stories you missed last week

Popular filmmaker Kayode Peters, was laid to rest in Canada

Renowned Nigerian filmmaker Kayode Peters was laid to rest on Saturday, August 2, 2025, in Toronto, Canada.

The 49-year-old died on June 28 after a long battle with an undisclosed illness.

New Daily Prime gathered that his burial drew close family members, colleagues, and friends who came to pay their final respects.

A trending video shared on social media showed the emotional moment his casket was lowered into the grave, surrounded by mourners.

Before his burial, a night of tribute was held in his honour. The memorial event took place simultaneously in Lagos and London on Monday, July 29.

It brought together members of the Nigerian film community and others who had worked closely with Peters over the years.

Speakers at the tribute recalled his lasting impact on the Nigerian entertainment industry. They praised his creativity, dedication, and contributions to stage and screen production.

Many described him as a visionary who used film to tell stories that inspired, entertained, and educated audiences across Nigeria and beyond.

Peters built a reputation for excellence during his career, directing and producing numerous stage plays, sitcoms, and movies.

His works often spotlighted everyday Nigerian life, combining humour with important social messages.

His passing left a deep void in the hearts of many in Nollywood and the theatre community. Fans, actors, and fellow filmmakers took to social media to share memories and celebrate his legacy.

Kayode Peters is survived by his wife and children. His family expressed gratitude for the love and support they received during the difficult time. They noted that his legacy would live on through the stories he told and the lives he touched.

‘I vomited blood for six months’, 9ice recounted ‘spiritual attack’

Nigerian singer Alexander Adegbola Akande, popularly known as 9ice, opened up about a terrifying health scare that he believed was caused by a spiritual attack.

During a recent interview on The Nancy Isime Show, the ‘Gongo Aso’ hitmaker revealed that he vomited blood continuously for six months in 2009 and 2010.

According to him, the experience forced him to leave his home, as it became clear that the cause wasn’t medical.

“It wasn’t something doctors could fix,” 9ice said, responding to a question about spiritual battles he had faced in his music career. “I was just vomiting blood in my own house. I had to run away.”

He said the healing process only began after someone introduced him to Ifa, the traditional Yoruba religious system. That encounter, he said, changed his beliefs and led him to fully embrace traditional African spirituality.

“I’m not a Christian or a Muslim,” he declared. “I’m a Babalawo. I’m a traditionalist. I just wish I had known Ifa earlier.”

9ice added that he now understood what the late Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti stood for, especially his devotion to Ogun, a Yoruba deity. “People mocked Fela for it,” he said, “but now, I get it.”

He urged more Africans to reconnect with their roots and stop treating traditional religions as taboo.

“It’s who we are,” he said. “We need to stop being ashamed of our own culture.”

Nollywood actress Omotola Odunsi passed away

Nollywood was thrown into mourning following the tragic death of actress Omotola Odunsi.

Her passing was confirmed on Thursday by fellow actor Akinola Akano, popularly known as Segbowe.

Segbowe took to Instagram to pay tribute to the late actress, sharing screenshots of their last conversation. In the messages, Omotola had told him she was feeling better after a brief illness.

“Motola! Strange, but I tried checking on you at the wee hours of that morning,” Segbowe wrote in his emotional post. “You said you were FINE & BACK! This is a rude shock, Omotola! Journey well, sister. God be with your family.”

Veteran actor Odunlade Adekola, under whose guidance Omotola trained in her early acting years, also expressed his grief. In a short message on social media, he wrote, “Jesus Christ. RIP Omotola.”

Before her untimely death, Omotola appeared in several notable Yoruba-language films. Her film credits included Lisabi: The Uprising, Officer Adaeze, Amonata, Ayanmo Ire, and Ifedayo.

Her death came as a shock to many in the film industry, as fans and colleagues continue to share their memories and condolences online.

Sophia Momodu ruled out plans for another child

Sophia Momodu and daughter Imade Adeleke

Fashion entrepreneur Sophia Momodu made it clear that having another child was not part of her plans.

Momodu, who is the mother of Imade Adeleke, the first daughter of Nigerian music star Davido, shared this during a recent interaction with a fan on Snapchat.

A curious follower had praised her daughter, calling Imade “the most beautiful girl ever,” and went on to ask if she was considering having another child.’

In her response, Sophia stated that motherhood was not something she was rushing into again. She explained that having good-looking children was not enough reason to expand her family.

“Another baby wasn’t on my list of priorities, let alone having one just because I give birth to beautiful babies,” she wrote.

Her statement came with a strong message about personal choice and focus. Sophia stressed that she was more concerned with her current goals and responsibilities than with growing her family.

The businesswoman has often kept her personal life private, but this response gave a rare insight into where she stood on the subject of parenting and future children.

Fans praised her honesty and applauded her for speaking openly about her decisions.

DJ Cuppy admitted she still asked mum for cooking help at 32

Nigerian disc jockey and music star, DJ Cuppy, revealed that even at 32, she still leaned on her mother for help in the kitchen.

Despite her fame and success, the daughter of billionaire businessman Femi Otedola admitted she didn’t have all the answers, especially when it came to boiling rice.

In a post shared on her X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday, Cuppy wrote, “Making it big… but still calling my mum to ask how long to boil rice.”

Her honesty sparked mixed reactions from fans on social media. While some found the post funny and relatable, others criticised her for lacking basic cooking skills.

One user, @Glorious2Smooth, commented, “Cuppy, you’re not supposed to say this online. You’re chasing your husband away unknowingly.”
Another, @Khaytweets, asked, “So you don’t usually cook for yourself?”
@Official_Patson added, “And you dey find husband?”
@Adeyemoshield expressed disappointment, writing, “At your age, you don’t know how to boil ordinary rice? Are you for real or just catching cruise?”

Despite the backlash, many praised her for being real and not pretending to be perfect. Her post reminded fans that success doesn’t always mean knowing everything.