ENTERTAINMENT
Speed Darlington Petitions DIG Over Prolonged Detention
Popular Nigerian musician Darlington Achakpo, better known by his stage name Speed Darlington, has petitioned DIG Dasuki Galadanchi, the Deputy Inspector General of Police for the Force Intelligence Bureau in Abuja, to uphold a court order requiring his continued detention. In a letter addressed dated January 8, 2025, the singer’s counsel, Rosemary E. Hamza from the Chambers of Deji Adeyanju...
Zambian Man Vows To End Marriage With Wife Over Photo Of Chris Brown Kissing Her Cheek
A 42-year-old man in Lusaka has decided to end his marriage after seeing a controversial photograph his wife took with American R&B superstar Chris Brown. Chris Brown who was recently in South Africa had the photo taken with the 34-year-old lady during a “meet and greet” session after his concert at FNB Stadium. According to court documents filed in Lusaka, the...
After Deadly Ibadan Stampede, Actress Opeyemi Aiyeola Cancels Humanitarian Outreach
Nollywood actress Opeyemi Aiyeola has announced the cancellation of her planned charity events, citing concerns over potential risks and consequences. Her decision followed the tragic detention of Queen Naomi and Hamzat Oriyomi after a stampede at their charity funfair claimed 35 lives. During a live chat with fans, Opeyemi expressed her fears about organising public giveaways that might lead to legal...
Kanayo Speaks On Why Ladies At 30 May Likely Remain Unmarried
Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo has shared his opinion on why many women in their thirties remain unmarried. According to him, their single status is the result of their earlier decisions. He stated that most women who are unmarried in their 30s spent their 20s dating married older men and rejecting youthful prospective husbands. Speaking in a recent interview with News...
Africa Magic Opens Entries For 11th AMVCA
Africa Magic, in partnership with MultiChoice, has called for entries for the 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. Busola Tejumola, Executive Head of Content and Channels, West Africa, MultiChoice, confirmed this in a statement on Monday. She said the entries opened on Monday and will close on January 31, 2025. According to her, Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards celebrate...
“I’ll Grow Bigger In Nigeria, London Will Miss Me” – UK-Based Pastor Tobi Adegboyega
Tobi Adegboyega, the founder of Salvation Proclaimers Anointed Church (SPAC Nation) and a Nigerian pastor living in the UK, has asserted that his influence in Nigeria will surpass that of the UK. This statement comes after the UK immigration upper tribunal approved the deportation of Pastor Adegboyega following an alleged £1.87 million fraud charge. Despite the ruling, Adegboyega has vehemently rejected the fraud...
Burna Boy Previews New Single ‘Bundle By Bundle’, Dropping December 17
Award-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has sparked excitement among fans with a teaser for his upcoming single, Bundle By Bundle. In a recent social media post, the Higher hitmaker shared a video snippet featuring lyrics from the track: “When I come to class, I am the teacher. Chop life, make e no chop you, my nigga/I be a million dollars when...
Billboard Awards: Tyla Triumphs Over Burna Boy, Asake, Others, Claims Best Afrobeats Song, Artist
The 2024 Billboard Music Awards saw South African singer Tyla defeat Nigerian heavyweights Burna Boy, Rema, Tems, and Asake to win the title of Top Afrobeats Artist. The awards ceremony, broadcast on Thursday night, saw Tyla make history with double wins. She also claimed the Top Afrobeats Song title for her global hit, Water. Tyla, born in Johannesburg, was nominated in...
If You Pirate My New Movie, You’ll Be Arrested — Funke Akindele
Famous Nollywood producer and actress Funke Akindele has warned against pirating her next movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa. The filmmaker issued the warning in a video posted on her Instagram page on Wednesday. The 47-year-old actress urged her fans not to record her movie while watching it in cinemas, stressing that piracy is a serious offence that harms the livelihoods of filmmakers...
I No Longer Manage Emmanuella, Success, Says Mark Angel
Well-known comedian Mark Angel has declared that he'll no longer be overseeing the careers of teen comedians Success and Emmanuella. Mark Angel’s decision followed a recent controversy involving former crew member Denilson Igwe, who accused Mark Angel of financial exploitation. However, he clarified that his decision was unrelated to the allegations, citing his increasingly busy schedule as the primary reason. Speaking during...
