Across Nigeria and parts of the world, Hausa communities and cultural enthusiasts are marking World Hausa Day 2026, also known as Ranar Hausa, with celebrations focused on the language, history and cultural heritage of the Hausa people. Observed on August 26, this year’s activities are taking place prominently in Daura, […]
The world is mourning the loss of Dolly Parton, the legendary country music singer, songwriter, and cultural icon, who has died at the age of 80. Her team described her legacy as one of “love, compassion, and resilience,” words that capture the spirit of a woman who rose from humble […]
Veteran Nollywood actor, filmmaker and screenwriter Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66 after a battle with advanced cancer. Hassan died on Sunday, August 23, 2026. His daughter, Kira Hassan, confirmed the death during an emotional Instagram Live session, while veteran actor Jide Kosoko […]
The Edo State Government has dismissed claims circulating online that afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has been banned from performing in the state. The controversy began after a viral video featuring Apostle Kassy Chukwu, who identified himself as a Senior Special Assistant on Digital Media to Governor […]
Big Brother Naija Season 11 delivered another week of power shifts, confrontations, romance and strategic manoeuvring as the Show Ya Sef house entered Week Four with Abi taking control as Head of House. Abi defeated Chimsom Chuka in the final round of the Head of House challenge on Monday, August […]
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has dismantled a major international cocaine trafficking network using Nigeria as a transit route to the United Kingdom, Europe and Asia, following the seizure of 184.5 kilogrammes of cocaine and the arrest of the alleged Nigerian coordinator. The agency said the […]
Big Brother Naija Season 11 delivered another eventful week of evictions, romance, rivalry and disciplinary drama, with Gerard Adebija becoming the eighth housemate to leave the Show Ya Sef house while Nomy became the first contestant this season to be disqualified. Gerard’s six-week stay ended on Sunday, September 6, after […]
Nigerian comedian and actress Real Warri Pikin has cancelled her planned show in Warri, Delta State, citing what she described as “unfortunate divisions” surrounding the event. The entertainer announced the cancellation on her official Instagram account, expressing disappointment that a situation she believed should have brought people together had instead […]
The highly anticipated reality Tv show Big brother Naija began on Sunday, 26th of July.Barely a week into Big Brother Naija Season 11, one thing is already clear: Biggie is done playing safe. This season has wasted no time throwing housemates and viewers into the deep end with unexpected twists, […]
Rapper Slams Gossip Blogs for Obsessing Over Her Love Life as Nigerian Goalkeeper Denies Romance Cardi B has had enough of the tabloid circus. In a fiery car selfie video the Bronx rapper directly addressed gossip blogs scrutinizing her romantic relationships — and crowned herself the “Hip-Hop Britney Spears” in […]
