I was told actress Tope Osoba died at police station – Fiance
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SubscribeSegun Johnson, Gordons dazzle guests at Glo reward gala
…Glo fetes trade partners in Lagos By Benjamin Njoku It was a night of glamour, laughter, and big wins last Thursday as telecommunications giant, Globacom, hosted its trade partners to the “2026 Glo Partners’ Reward Gala” at Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The exclusive event was put together to celebrate and reward Glo’s […]
Rachael Okonkwo’s “Odogwu Girl’ debuts in grand style
By Juliet Ebirim Award-winning Nollywood actress and philanthropist Rachael Okonkwo, popularly known as Nkoli Nwa Nsukka, has expanded her creative journey with the launch of her debut memoir, “Odogwu Girl: From Dreams to Reality”. Published by Inemesit Hanson, the book traces her rise from a challenging childhood to becoming one of Nollywood’s best-known actresses, while […]
Joke Silva, Femi Odugbemi charge Nollywood on professionalism at NFVCB Masterclass
By Benjamin Njoku Veteran actress Joke Silva has called on Nollywood practitioners to respect professional boundaries and stop wearing “too many hats at once”, saying the practice fuels conflict and weakens the industry. Silva made the call on Thursday at the maiden NFVCB Masterclass Series held at MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos. The event, themed “Professionalism, […]
DGN President, Uche Agbo pushes for tailored insurance policies to protect Nigeria’s creative industry
By Benjamin Njoku The President of the Directors Guild of Nigeria, DGN, Uche Agbo, is calling on insurance companies to stop using a one-size-fits-all approach and design policies that fit the realities of Nigeria’s entertainment sector. Agbo made the call at a stakeholders’ engagement organized by the Office of the Special Assistant to the President […]
My greatest legacy is the stars I helped build – Mallam Yankee
…Plans to mark 30 years in showbiz, confirms 2Baba management deal By Benjamin Njoku Veteran showbiz entrepreneur and entertainment promoter, Kehinde Adegbite, popularly known as Mallam Yankee, says his proudest achievement after three decades in Nigeria’s entertainment industry is the number of stars he helped discover and build. Speaking with Entertainment Plus, ahead of activities […]
Daniel Okezue returns as Chief Host of Bradford African Festival of Arts 2026
By Benjamin Njoku UK-based Nigerian theatre artist and cultural advocate Daniel Okezue, has been named Chief Host of the 2026 Bradford African Festival of Arts, BAFA following his successful outing at the 2025 edition. The festival will bring together thousands of visitors from across the United Kingdom and beyond for a vibrant celebration of creativity, […]
Captain Pepple champions youth development in Rivers through community football
By Juliet Ebirim Over the past month, the Captain Pepple Open Football Tournament has drawn youths, families and football enthusiasts from across Old Port Harcourt Township, turning local football grounds into gathering points for sport and community interaction. The competition featured 16 teams, including Tammy Prime FC, Yam Zone United, Graceland FC, Blessed FC, AMA […]
Bolanle Austen-Peters takes ‘Dear Kaffy’ to London Theatre
By Benjamin Njoku After sold-out runs in Lagos and South Africa, “Dear Kaffy: Diary Of A Single Woman’ is crossing the seas. Bolanle Austen-Peters Productions will stage the critically acclaimed play for “mited three-day engagement at the Shaw Theatre on Euston Road, London, from August 7 through 9, 2026.with performances daily at 3:00 pm and […]
Uche Elendu overwhelmed
…as a friend throws surprise 43rd birthday dinner By Benjamin Njoku It was meant to be a quiet night with her kids. But it ended with tears, laughter, and a room full of love. Uche Elendu was left emotional days ago after a close friend, Chi-Rawgold, organized a surprise birthday dinner for her 43rd birthday. […]
‘I wasn’t scammed’ – Bella Shmurda dismisses $4m property reports
Popular Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has denied reports claiming he lost $4 million in an alleged Lagos property scam, describing the story as false.
R. Kelly appeals to Trump to commute 31-year prison sentence
R&B singer R. Kelly has formally appealed to United States President Donald Trump to commute his 31-year federal prison sentence after filing a request for executive clemency with the U.S. Department of Justice.
Video: Tinubu not perfect, needs more time to fix Nigeria — Jide Kosoko
Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has defended President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying the President is “not perfect” and should be given more time before Nigerians judge the outcome of his policies and reforms.
‘We’re trapped in this country’ — Carter Efe laments after U.S. visa denial
Nigerian streamer and content creator, Carter Efe, has voiced his frustration after revealing that his application for a United States visa was denied, saying he feels “trapped” in Nigeria because of the difficulty of travelling abroad.
I tried to help Carter Efe get us visa — Kai Cenat
American streaming star Kai Cenat has revealed that he personally tried to help Nigerian content creator Carter Efe obtain a United States visa ahead of the highly anticipated Streamer University event.
Why Chioma handles my finances – Davido
Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed that his wife, Chioma Adeleke, now oversees his finances, describing himself as a “reckless spender.”
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