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By Canadian Press Canadian Press Posted October 4, 2026 08:49 1 minute reading Reduce the font size of the article Increase the font size of articles Sass Jordan, the Montreal rock singer whose career spanned nearly four decades, has died at the age of 63. A post on Jordan’s social media page on Saturday said he died the day before, …

Veteran comedian and singer, Julius Agwu recently spoke about how his friends and many colleagues abandoned him when he had a breakdown. He said this was a very difficult time for him as he lost friends and relationships during the period following his health crisis. Speaking on the Beer Parlor Talk podcast, Agwu said his friends abandoned him after he …

Nigerian comedian and content creator, Carter Efe has defeated beaten singer and rapper, Speed ​​Darlington by knockout to retain his title as celebrity boxing champion. The two entertainers went head to head on Thursday at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, during the ‘Chaos in the Ring’ event. READ ALSO: Public workers start a 3-day strike …

American rapper William Roberts, popularly known as Rick Ross, has been arrested in Miami Beach, Florida, over domestic violence allegations involving his ex-girlfriend, Jazzma Kendrick. Rick Ross was arrested on suspicion of battery by strangulation and a misdemeanor charge, according to court documents seen by NBC News. The arrest followed public accusations from Kendrick, a model and content creator, who …

Reality TV star Phyna on Thursday defeated actress Nkechi Blessing by knockout in a women’s celebrity boxing match. He knocked out Blessing in the fourth round in a fight organized by Balmoral Group. The contest marked the first female celebrity fight held by the company, with Phyna securing a decisive victory after four rounds of action. After her victory, Phyna …

Veteran Nigerian actress, Joke Silva, was celebrated by colleagues and members of the Nigerian entertainment industry as she celebrated her 65th birthday. The Nigerian Actors Association joined fans and fellow entertainers in celebrating the actress, praising her long contribution to Nollywood and Nigeria’s creative industry. Veteran actor Richard Mofe-Damijo, known as RMD, also praised Silva and described him as a …

Nigerian Afrobeat singer Oluwatobiloba Anidugbe, popularly known as Kizz Daniel, has revealed why he took a break from music this year. The singer said his decision was related to the death of his mother, who died earlier this year. Kizz Daniel made this known while responding to a fan on X on Friday. His fan, @VicroyDominion1, suggested the singer may …

Nollywood crime thriller Black Market has broken the Guinness World Record for the largest attendance at a film screening at a single location, with over 51,000 people watching the film at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos. The record-breaking screening of the film took place on Saturday as thousands of film lovers gathered at the venue for the highly anticipated premiere. …

Nollywood actress Jumoke Odetola has announced that she is entering a new chapter in her life dedicated to Christian ministry, declaring that she is now a minister and preacher of the gospel. The Yoruba actress recently attracted attention on social media after she shared a series of posts about her new spiritual journey, prompting friends, family and colleagues to contact …

Nigerian singer Peter Okoye, former member of popular music group P-Square, has spoken out about music royalties worth over $800,000 during an ongoing court case in Lagos. Peter made this disclosure while giving evidence before the Federal High Court in Lagos. He was questioned by the lawyer representing his elder brother, Jude Okoye, during the court proceedings. The report was …