Adunni Ade Mourns Mother After Long Illness

By Mardiyyah Abubakar Nollywood actress Adunni Ade is mourning the loss of her mother following a prolonged illness. The actress announced her mother’s death on Monday in an emotional tribute shared on her official Instagram page, alongside photographs of the deceased. Expressing her grief, Ade wrote, “Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un,” meaning, “Indeed, to […]

Peller, Jarvis Expect First Child

TikTok stars Peller and Jarvis announce pregnancy in a pregnancy-themed photoshoot

By Julian Osamoto Nigerian TikTok stars Habeeb Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, and his wife, Amadou Aminata, known as Jarvis, are expecting their first child. The couple announced the pregnancy on their Instagram pages on Thursday, sharing photographs from a pregnancy-themed photoshoot. Jarvis described the pregnancy as the latest chapter in their journey from a […]

Veteran Rapper Lord of Ajasa Becomes US Citizen

By Julian Osamoto Veteran Nigerian rapper Olusegun Osaniyi, popularly known as Lord of Ajasa, has become a United States citizen. The pioneer of mainstream Yoruba rap shared photographs and video clips from his citizenship ceremony on Instagram on Wednesday. In one of the posts, the rapper was seen holding his United States citizenship certificate. The […]

Freddie Jackson, R&B Star, Dies at 70

By Anayo Akwitti American R&B singer Freddie Jackson, known for his smooth vocals and romantic ballads, has died at the age of 70. His family announced his death on October 6, saying he died on Monday, October 5, three days after celebrating his birthday. The cause of death was not disclosed. Jackson was best known […]

US Mission Mourns Olu Jacobs, Hails Global Legacy

Veteran Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs during his acting career.

By Halima Adisa The United States Mission in Nigeria has described veteran Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs as a legendary performer whose career crossed borders and generations. In a statement shared on Tuesday, the Mission said Jacobs’ career extended beyond Nigeria, including appearances in American productions, before he became one of the defining voices of Nigerian […]

Igbo Epic ‘Ikenga’ Hits ₦100m at Box Office in One Month

Poster for the Igbo-language epic film Ikenga: The Last Festival

By Victoria Victor Igbo-language cultural epic Ikenga: The Last Festival has crossed ₦100 million at the Nigerian box office, one month after its cinema release. The film’s Executive Producer, Anita Odiakaose, announced the milestone on social media on Tuesday. Film distributor FilmOne also announced on social media that Ikenga had grossed ₦103.4 million, describing it […]

King Sunny Ade Celebrates 80th Birthday

King Sunny Ade during celebrations marking his 80th birthday

By Mardiyyah Abubakar Legendary Nigerian juju musician King Sunny Ade has received birthday tributes from Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and fans as he turns 80. In a birthday message on Tuesday, Aiyedatiwa described the musician as a distinguished son of Ondo Kingdom and one of the state’s foremost cultural ambassadors. The governor said King […]

Obi Mourns Veteran Actor Olu Jacobs

Veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs

By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, has paid tribute to veteran actor Olu Jacobs, describing his career as an example of talent, discipline and professional dedication. Veteran Nollywood Actor Olu Jacobs Dies at 84 Obi expressed his condolences in a tribute posted on his X account on Thursday, […]

Hilda Baci Urges Tourists, Investors to Explore Akwa Ibom

Hilda Baci during a meeting with Governor Umo Eno in Akwa Ibom

By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Guinness World Record holder and Nigerian chef Hilda Baci has urged tourists, investors to explore Akwa Ibom State, citing its infrastructure, hospitality and investment opportunities. Baci made the call on Wednesday after meeting Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno at the Government House in Uyo. The chef, an indigene of the state, praised […]

Veteran Nollywood Actor Olu Jacobs Dies at 84

By Mardiyyah Abubakar Veteran Nollywood actor and film executive, Oludotun Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. His son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced the actor’s death on Instagram on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. In a statement, the family describes the actor as “The Lion of Lufodo” and appealed to bloggers […]

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