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Singer Chima Wins Nigerian Idol Season 9
A contestant, Chima, has won the ninth season of the popular music reality show, Nigerian Idol. Chima emerged as the show’s season 9 winner after several weeks of rigorous training and intense performances. ABN TV reports that three finalists— Chima, Lammy, and Chioma— had fought many ‘battles’ to get to the final; and their respective fans are wracked with nervousness as...
After 57 Years Of Marriage, Dolly Parton Reveals Truth About Her Husband
Although Dolly Parton is 78, she isn’t planning to slow down anytime soon. Her incredible career is still going strong, but when she’s not in the spotlight, she enjoys a peaceful life with her husband Carl. Recently, Dolly shared a new, never-before-seen picture of them together. There’s one particular detail in the photo that’s driving fans crazy. Dolly Parton has loved...
NFVCB Warns Skit Makers Against Contents That Have Same-sex Scenes
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has issued a warning cautioning Nigerian filmmakers and skit creators against producing and streaming content that is prohibited or not approved. In an Instagram post on June 26, 2024, the agency expressed concerns about the activities of certain individuals it described as “unscrupulous” within the industry. Specifically, the NFVCB highlighted the presence of...
“I Met My Husband After Worst Heartbreak” – Sharon Ooja
Nollywood actress and latest bride in town, Sharon Ooja Egwurube, has shared her inspiring love story with her husband, Ugo Nwoke. Sharon and her husband tied the knot traditionally in Abuja on Thursday. Speaking with BellaNaija on the sideline of her wedding, the movie star revealed that she met her husband after recovering from her “worst heartbreak.” READ ALSO: Court Grants Mohbad’s...
Court Grants Mohbad’s Family Permission To Conduct Second Autopsy
The Ikorodu Magistrate’s Court in Lagos State has granted the family of the late singer Mohbad permission to conduct a second autopsy. DAILY POST reports that the singer’s family had expressed dissatisfaction with the initial autopsy results, which were deemed inconclusive. The 27-year-old singer died under controversial circumstances on September 12, 2023, and was buried the following day. Following the calls from...
Davido, Chioma Wed In Lavish Ceremony In Lagos
Afrobeat star Davido has wedded his long-time heartthrob Chioma Rowland in a lavish event attended by the crème de la crème of the entertainment industry and other top dignitaries. The event, held on Tuesday at Harbour Point in the Victoria Island area of Lagos State, marked the culmination of years of friendship and, as expected, generated buzz on social media. Tuesday’s...
Music Star Davido Shares Pre-Wedding Photos
Afrobeats star David Adeleke, aka Davido, has shared his pre-wedding photos on social media with his soon-to-be wife, Chioma. Sharing the traditional-themed photos via his X handle on Sunday, Davido simply captioned: “Chivido2024.” ABN TV reports that Davido announced two weeks ago that he and Chioma would have their wedding on June 25 in Lagos. He also revealed to his fans on...
Cultism Exists In Music Industry, Terry G Alleges
Afrobeat singer Gabriel Oche Amanyi, popularly known as Terry G has shared concerns about the alleged prevalence of cultism in the music industry. He lamented the industry’s unity is being undermined by the influence of cults and fraternities. According to Terry G, this trend is discouraging some musicians from pursuing their craft, as they feel pressured to join cults to advance...
Popular Nollywood Actress, Stella Ikwuegbu Is Dead
The Nollywood movie industry was thrown into mourning on Sunday over the death of veteran actress, Stella Ikwuegbu. ABN TV reports Ikwuegbu died after battling with leg cancer for some time. Her death was confirmed by movie producer, Stanley Nwoko, otherwise known as Stanley Ontop, via a post on his Instagram page. According to him, the veteran actress died on Sunday, 16th June. READ...
D’Banj Marks 20 Years In Musical Career
It was a night of glitz and glamour on Friday as Nigerian singer and rapper, Oladapo Oyebanjo, popularly known as “D’banj”, celebrated his 20 years of musical excellence in a sophisticated ceremony. D’banj got the attention of bigwigs in the Nollywood and Nigerian music scene as he took the celebration held at Vaniti Lagos, Victoria Island, to another level entirely. The...
