Entertainment

You don’t have to show your body to be sexy — Shaffy Bello

You don’t have to show your body to be sexy — Shaffy Bello

By Ayo Onikoyi Veteran Nollywood actress Shaffy Bello has said she understands why some young women engage in transactional relationships popularly known as “runs,” but urged them not to remain in the lifestyle, stressing the need for growth and self-worth beyond survival choices. Bello made the remarks during an interview on The Morayo Show hosted […]
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Celebrity boxing: Entertainment evolution or industry distraction?

Celebrity boxing: Entertainment evolution or industry distraction?

•Iyabo Ojo and Lizzy Anjorin next to trade big screen for gloves as feuds turn profitable By Benjamin Njoku  Nigerian show business is gradually shifting from the stage and screen to the boxing ring, and the trend is catching on fast, with social media buzzing over this new income stream for entertainers. Just as street singer Portable and content […]

Amarachi Okpara broadens Lagos art scene with new gallery opening

Amarachi Okpara broadens Lagos art scene with new gallery opening

By Juliet Ebirim A new art gallery is preparing to open in Lagos next month, adding to the city’s expanding contemporary art scene and reflecting the continued growth of private galleries in Nigeria. The space, Amyafrique Art Gallery owned by Nigerian entrepreneur, Amarachi Judith Okpara, began with a small collection of artworks and gradually expanded, […]

Portable vs Carter Efe: When celebrity drama turned boxing spectacle

Portable vs Carter Efe: When celebrity drama turned boxing spectacle

By Henry Ezejelue Last Friday in Lagos, singer Portable and content creator Carter Efe took their social media rivalry from the timeline to the boxing ring. What began as online insults and entertainment culminated in a live fight watched by thousands in the venue and millions online. After three rounds, Carter Efe was declared the […]

AMVCA 2026: Full List of winners

AMVCA 2026: Full List of winners

The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards is currently underway, celebrating the biggest achievements in African film, television, and digital storytelling.

The biggest change in my life has been happening at home — Adekunle Gold

The biggest change in my life has been happening at home — Adekunle Gold

By Ayo Onikoyi Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has reflected on his journey, family life and career milestones, revealing that becoming a father of two has been the most profound change in his life. The singer made this known in a newsletter sent to his fans, where he spoke candidly about growth, gratitude and the realities […]

I trust my husband, Priscilla Ojo speaks on marriage to Juma Jux

I trust my husband, Priscilla Ojo speaks on marriage to Juma Jux

By Ayo Onikoyi Nigerian influencer Priscilla Ojo has said she trusts her husband, Tanzanian singer Juma Jux, to remain faithful despite the attention that comes with celebrity marriages. Priscilla, the daughter of Nollywood actress and filmmaker Iyabo Ojo, made the statement during a recent interview on WithChude. The social media personality and Juma Jux held […]

British Council launches second cohort of Film Lab Africa in Nigeria

British Council launches second cohort of Film Lab Africa in Nigeria

By Ayo Onikoyi The British Council has launched the second cohort of Film Lab Africa, a film accelerator programme aimed at supporting emerging filmmakers, screenwriters and episodic storytellers across Nigeria. The initiative, launched in Lagos on May 5, 2026, is being delivered in partnership with EbonyLife Creative Academy⁠ and Iconic Steps⁠. Film Lab Africa, first […]

Why I trained 200 young women in bridal makeup – Dagana Blessing 

Why I trained 200 young women in bridal makeup – Dagana Blessing 

By Ayo Onikoyi Makeup artiste and beauty entrepreneur Dagana Blessing has said her desire to support young creatives in the beauty industry inspired the training of over 200 young women in bridal makeup skills at the recently held DB Experience. Speaking on the initiative, Dagana said the idea was born from her desire to create […]

Uche Jombo urges aspiring actors to use social media as career tool

Uche Jombo urges aspiring actors to use social media as career tool

By Ayo Onikoyi Veteran Nollywood actress and filmmaker Uche Jombo has advised aspiring actors to take advantage of social media to showcase their talent, warning that many young performers are failing to maximize opportunities available to them. Jombo spoke on Wednesday during the AMVCA 12 Young Filmmaker’s Day, themed “Audacious Storytelling and Attracting the Right […]