In a vibrant display of cultural heritage and national unity, Dr. Jonathan Dyagas, the Finance Director of the African Olympic Committee, was formally turbaned as the Njet Gwong (Star of Gwong Land) on Saturday, February 7, 2026. The ceremony, held in Fadan Kagoma, Kaduna State, was presided over by His […]
A celebratory night of worship turned into a horrific discovery in the Abraham Adesanya area of Ajah, Lagos. Renowned gospel musician Matthew Ogundele, his crew members Itunu Ogundele and Joseph Sanya, and popular blogger Matthew Awosanya (JoesTv) were found lifeless inside a music studio on Wednesday morning. The Final Performance […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of Kannywood star Samha Inuwa after a viral video showed her allegedly using Nigerian currency notes inappropriately. The incident, which sparked outrage across social media, captured Inuwa cleaning mucus from her nose with Naira notes. The EFCC’s Kano Zonal […]
The ripples from Kunle Afolayan’s controversial “1 billion gross vs. 10 million profit” comment have reached Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi. On Monday, February 2, 2026, Abraham’s management, The Hype Agency, issued a detailed statement to douse the flames of a brewing industry civil war. The “Sarcasm” Defense Addressing the viral clip […]
The ripples from Kunle Afolayan’s controversial “1 billion gross vs. 10 million profit” comment have reached Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi. On Monday, February 2, 2026, Abraham’s management, The Hype Agency, issued a detailed statement to douse the flames of a brewing industry civil war. The “Sarcasm” Defense Addressing the viral clip […]
Filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has revealed that actress-producer Funke Akindele placed an angry phone call to him after his comments on Nollywood film promotion were misinterpreted as a jab at dance-heavy marketing strategies. Speaking on ARISE News, Afolayan said he was shocked by the reaction, insisting his remarks were personal preferences, […]
From Kalakuta to the Cosmos: Fela Kuti’s Defiant Legacy Earns 2026 Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award In a move that feels like a long-awaited cosmic alignment, the Recording Academy has announced that Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, the eternal “King of Afrobeat,” will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Grammys. […]
The alliance between Nicki Minaj and Donald Trump reached new heights on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, as the “Super Bass” rapper declared herself the President’s “number one fan” during a high-profile summit in Washington D.C. Minaj, who moved to the U.S. from Trinidad and Tobago at age five, used the […]
Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has reportedly been arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force Cybercrime Centre over an alleged cyberbullying case linked to fellow actress Mercy Johnson. The arrest reportedly took place at Okorie’s Lagos residence on January 27, 2026, after which she was detained overnight at Yaba (Panti) […]
The Afrobeats landscape has a new benchmark for success. In a historic takeover, Wizkid and Asake have shattered multiple records with their collaborative single, “Jogodo,” and their joint EP, REAL, Vol. 1. Released on January 23, 2026, the project has transitioned from a highly anticipated link-up to a global statistical […]
