Nigerian Idol S10 Mikki, Lawrence Eliminated
The Nigerian Idol Season 10 show has witnessed a double elimination, with Lawrence and Mikki, exiting the competition. The elimination occurred before the grand finale of the competition next Sunday. Lawrence and Mikki’s exit was confirmed during the live show, where the judges’ scores and public votes determined the contestants’ fate. The elimination of the […]
Ayra Starr Joins Hollywood Cast for ‘Children Of Blood and Bone’ Movie
Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has stepped into the world of acting, as she joins the cast of Children of Blood and Bone, a highly anticipated adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s best-selling fantasy novel. The BET award winning singer stars alongside Idris Elba, Viola Davis, and Cynthia Erivo in the big-screen adaptation of a story steeped in […]
Chris Brown Pleads Not Guilt In UK Court
American R&B singer Chris Brown on Friday pleaded not guilty in a UK court to a charge stemming from an alleged London nightclub brawl in 2023. Brown, 36, wearing a dark suit and tie as well as glasses, stood in the dock in London as the charge was put to him, replying: “Not guilty, ma’am.” […]
Stormzy Launches Film Production Company
Stormzy has announced he’s launching his own film production company – and will star in its first release. Merkyfilm, like the rapper’s other projects #Merkybooks and #MerkyFC, will focus on celebrating black British stories and talent, he says. Its first project is short film Big Man, directed by Oscar-winning film-maker Aneil Karia, known for projects […]
‘Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo’ Singer, Mike Ejeagha Dies At 95
Music icon and Igbo folklorist, ‘Gentleman’ Mike Ejeagha, has died at the age of 95. News of the passing of the ‘Gwo gwo gwo ngwo’ crooner who hailed from Enugu State filtered into the public space on Friday evening. While confirming the death of the veteran singer on his X handle on Saturday, the Governor […]
Tinubu Hosts Gov. Adeleke, Adedeji Adeleke, Davido in Lagos
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu hosted the Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, his brother, Adedeji Adeleke, and Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, at his private residence in Ikoyi, Lagos. The visit, on the evening of Tuesday, ahead of the Eid el-Kabir celebration, was shared by Governor Adeleke on his official X (formerly Twitter) […]
Rihanna’s Father Passes Away at 70
Ronald Fenty, has died, with reports confirming that family members, including her brother Rajad Fenty, were by his side at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles during his final moments. The news comes shortly after confirmation that Rihanna is expecting her third child with partner A$AP Rocky. Though Rihanna had a strained relationship with her […]
NAPTIP Invites Speed Darlington Over Alleged Minor Defilement
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has invited singer Speed Darlington over his admission of having an inappropriate relationship with a 15-year-old girl. In a post via X yesterday, NAPTIP said Darlington is to appear at its headquarters today Friday for questioning. Darlington sparked outrage on social media after footage […]
Burna Boy, Dangote Named Among Notable Peace Icons in Africa
Grammy-winning music star Burna Boy and billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote have been named among the 2025 ‘100 Most Notable Peace Icons in Africa.’ The list was unveiled at a news conference in Abuja yesterday, with the award ceremony, set from July 4 to 6 at the ‘100 Most Notable Africans Leadership and Business Summit’ in […]
Nollywood Actress Chioma Akpotha Hits 100k YouTube Subscribers
Nollywood actress Chioma Akpotha is celebrating after reaching 100,000 subscribers on YouTube, earning her a coveted plaque from the platform. This milestone follows her recent win as Best Lead Actress at the 2025 AMVCA, where she stood out among top contenders. Chioma thanked her fans for their support, noting how just months ago she was […]