Entertainment

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 …

Singer Peter Okoye of the defunct music group P-Square has admitted receiving more than $800,000 in royalties from the French music rights organisation, SACEM, for songs recorded by the group. Okoye made the admission while testifying virtually before Justice Alexander Owoeye of the Federal High Court sitting in Lagos. He was questioned by Clement Onwuewunor, SAN, lawyer for his elder …

Nigerian influencer and entrepreneur Waris Olayinka Akinwande, popularly known as Ola from Lagos, has explained why he continues to live in a rented apartment despite owning multiple houses. The luxury influencer revealed this during a recent episode of the KK Show, where he revealed that he had never slept in any house purchased with his own money. Why Ola from …

Nollywood actress and film producer, Toyin Abraham, has revealed that she recently lost another pregnancy, saying she was four months pregnant when the loss occurred. Abraham disclosed this while speaking at the 2026 Bestie Jesu Concert in Lagos on Saturday, where he also shared how Pastor Bolaji Idowu supported him financially and spiritually during the difficult times. The actress said …

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has narrated how his perception of Nigerian entertainer Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charlie Boy, changed after witnessing the care he gave to his late father, Justice Chukwudifu Oputa. Obasanjo made this known during an interview with media personality Bae U, published on Saturday, while reflecting on his relationship with the controversial entertainer and explaining why …

Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing and former Big Brother Naija winner, Phyna, are set to take their ongoing feud to the ring as they face off in a celebrity boxing match. The much awaited bout is scheduled for October 1, 2026 at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos State. The celebrity boxing clash was announced by organisers, Balmoral, in an Instagram …