Category: Entertainment
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Actor, Ijaduade shot in the neck by Police, say colleagues
Some colleagues of Nollywood actor, Azeez Ijaduade, who was reportedly shot by a policeman at Iperu, Ikenne Local Government Area of Ogun State, on Saturday night, have said that the bullet went through one part of his neck and came out through the other side, creating a hole. The actors, who spoke with PUNCH Online…
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Singer Wizkid falls sick, hospitalised
Popular Nigerian singer, Ayodeji Balogun, better known as Wizkid, has been hospitalized. A photo of the singer’s hand being attached to a drip syringe posted on his Instagram story on Tuesday evening has gone viral as fans query what is wrong with him. However, Wizkid, in a now deleted follow-up post, hinted on consuming fake…
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Mohbad: Why I’m Slamming N1bn Lawsuit on Naira Marley – Iyabo Ojo
By Miracle Ogunde The drama between Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo and controversial musician, Naira Marley is not likely to end soon as the former demanded a sum of N1 billion from the singer for what she perceives as deliberately misleading the public. Iyabo Ojo, who reacted to the N500 million lawsuit filed against…
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‘Iyalaya’ Comment: Tope Alabi stirs controversy again
By: Ade Phillip Renowned Nigerian gospel artist, Tope Alabi, is facing intense criticism following the circulation of a video capturing a controversial moment during her performance. In the footage, Starnews Nigeria reports that Alabi uses the term ‘iyalaya’ while paying homage to veteran Gospel singer Bola Are. Despite her intent to honor Are’s seniority in…
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Tiwa Savage acquires N1.7 billion mansion in London
Nigerian musician Tiwa Savage has invested N1.7 billion in a luxurious residence situated in the heart of London. Sharing glimpses of her stunning new home on Instagram, she joyfully announced securing her first property key in the country. Tundeednut, a well-known blogger and close friend of the singer, disclosed that Tiwa made this significant purchase,…
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Nigerian Entertainers Who Passed Away In 2023
The Nigerian entertainment industry, known for its captivating sounds of Afrobeat music and the enthralling performances in its movies witnessed the death of several celebrities in 2023. This report honours their legacies and celebrate the lives they lived. Here are the entertainers that passed away in 2023: 1. Peace Anyiam- Osigwe Trailblazing filmmaker, Peace Anyiam-Osigwe,…
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Ailing Veteran Actor, Mr. Ibu Undergoes Another Leg Amputation
By: Ade Phililp Nollywood actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, remains confined to his sickbed as he grapples with a deteriorating health condition, having recently undergone another leg surgery, including the amputation of a portion of the same leg that was surgically removed a month ago. The situation has left…
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Portable seeks prayers, hospitalized after returning from UK tour
Controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been hospitalised after his return from a recent trip to the United Kingdom. This was announced on the singer’s Instagram page on Wednesday, just a day after a week-long tour to the UK. Portable pleaded for fans’ prayers in a series of posts on his…
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Wizkid Unveils Plans To Share ₦100m For Children To Celebrate Christmas
Popular Nigerian singer and songwriter, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, better known as Wizkid, has announced plans to distribute N100 million among children for Christmas celebration. The 33-year-old award-winning Afrobeats star made the announcement while making his intention to share the huge money via his Instagram page. However, specific details on the distribution have not yet been…
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How I Almost Quit Nollywood Over Sexual Harassment – Mercy Aigbe
Popular Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe has narrated how she almost left the Nigerian movie industry over sexual harassment. The actress disclosed this while narrating her challenges before making her way to the top. Speaking in an interview with Morayo Afolabi-Brown on ‘Your View’, a talk show on TVC, Aigbe recounted how a producer made…