Nollywood has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran Nigerian actor Francis Duru at the age of 57. Duru’s death was confirmed in the early hours of Friday, October 23, 2026, with the National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Alhaji Abubakar Sanusi Yakubu, announcing the sad development. In a tribute to the late actor, Yakubu wrote: “Another great thespian is gone. Rest in peace, Francis Duru.” The actor’s family also confirmed his death in a statement published on his verified Instagram account, disclosing that he…
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Sunday Igboho Sent Me Money While We Were Both in Detention – Baba Ijesha
Nollywood actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has revealed that Yoruba Nation activist Sunday Igboho sent him money and arranged phone calls with him while they were both in detention in different countries. Baba Ijesha made the disclosure during a gathering attended by Igboho and veteran broadcaster Kola Olootu to celebrate the activist’s birthday. According to the actor, Igboho maintained contact with him and provided financial assistance while he was serving his prison sentence in Nigeria, despite being detained in the Republic of Benin at the time. Baba…
Read MoreSpider-Man Actor Tobey Maguire Officiates Ex-Wife’s Wedding to Nigerian Billionaire’s Son, Geoff Ogunlesi
Hollywood actor Tobey Maguire, best known for playing Spider-Man in the blockbuster film franchise, has officiated the wedding of his ex-wife, Jennifer Meyer, to Nigerian music executive Geoff Ogunlesi, the son of billionaire investor Adebayo Ogunlesi. The wedding took place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the luxurious Four Seasons Resort Lanai in Hawaii, United States, just weeks after Maguire and Meyer finalised their divorce. Maguire’s unusual role in the ceremony has attracted attention, as the actor did not merely attend his former wife’s wedding but also presided over the…
Read MoreTemi Nkem Wins Big Brother Naija Season 11
Temi Nkem has emerged as the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 11, tagged “Show Ya Sef.” The 21-year-old reality TV star was crowned winner during the grand finale of the popular reality show on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Temi defeated Aikou and Sheba, who finished as first and second runners-up respectively, to claim the coveted BBNaija crown. She polled 25.87 per cent of the total votes, while Aikou received 23.68 per cent and Sheba secured 9.80 per cent. With her victory, Temi takes home a ₦160 million prize package,…
Read MoreJulius Agwu: Brain Surgery Made My Penis To Stop Functioning
Popular Nigerian comedian Julius Agwu has opened up about the serious health challenges he faced following surgery for a brain tumour, revealing that the operation affected his sexual function. Agwu made the revelation while speaking on the *Beer Parlour Talk Show*, where he recounted some of the complications he experienced after undergoing brain surgery. According to the comedian, his penis stopped functioning properly after the operation, which he attributed to a nerve-related complication from the surgery. “After the surgery, my penis no dey work again,” Agwu reportedly said while discussing…
Read MorePete Edochie Reveals Health Struggle: ‘Walking Is a Problem for Me Now’
Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has opened up about his current health struggles, revealing that walking has become difficult for him. The respected actor made the disclosure while visiting his Ghanaian colleague, Emmanuel Armah, who has reportedly been battling health challenges for several years. During the emotional visit, Edochie said he was also dealing with his own health issues and had experienced swelling in different parts of his body. According to the veteran actor, his hand and leg sometimes swell before returning to their normal state. “Walking is a problem…
Read MoreMr Macaroni Reveals How Don Jazzy, Osimhen Helped Him During Financial Struggles
Nigerian comedian and content creator, Debo Adebayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, has opened up about the financial difficulties he experienced in recent years and disclosed how some prominent personalities supported him through the challenging period. Mr Macaroni made the disclosure in an emotional post on X while reacting to testimonies from people who recalled various acts of kindness he had shown them over the years. The entertainer said he was moved to tears after reading the accounts, many of which he said he could no longer remember. He explained…
Read More“No More Cars, No More Jewellery” — Davido’s Sister Reveals How She Controls His Luxury Spending
Sharon Ademefun, elder sister of Nigerian music superstar Davido, has revealed how she tries to keep her brother’s lavish spending in check in her role as his financial officer. Sharon disclosed this while speaking on The Morayo Show, where she explained that she and Davido hold regular financial meetings to review how his money is being spent. According to her, she often has to caution the singer against buying more luxury items, particularly cars and jewellery. “David, please, no more cars,” she said, recalling some of the conversations she has…
Read MoreVeteran Actor Olu Jacobs Dies at 84
Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. Jacobs died on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, according to a statement released by his family through his son, Olusoji Jacobs. The family described the late actor as “The Lion of Lufodo” and expressed gratitude to God for his life and legacy. “It is with gratitude to God for a life well lived and fought, that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather and uncle. The Lion…
Read MorePoco Lee Breaks Silence, Denies UK Rape Allegation
Nigerian dancer and entertainer, Poco Lee, has broken his silence over the sexual assault allegation against him in the United Kingdom, insisting that he is innocent of the accusations. Poco Lee, whose real name is Iweh Pascal Odinaka, reportedly addressed the controversy during a conversation with social commentator VeryDarkMan. The dancer maintained that he was confident throughout the ordeal because he knew he had not committed the offence alleged against him. According to him, if he had actually committed the alleged offence, he would be prepared to face the consequences,…
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