Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed that his wife, Chioma Adeleke, now manages his finances, describing himself as a “reckless spender.” The singer made the disclosure in a viral video that began trending on Wednesday after he was seen calling Chioma to help transfer $4,000 to his longtime personal assistant, Lati, because he was unable to access his bank account. In the video, Davido affectionately told his wife: “Hello, hello baby, good morning my wife, my love. Help me send Lati $4,000. I can’t login, I…
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Late Mr Ibu’s Son Breaks Silence, Accuses Stepmother Stella Maris of Selling Family Properties, Abandoning Other Children
The family of late Nollywood comic actor Mr Ibu has once again been thrown into the spotlight after one of his sons, Somtochukwu Okafor, publicly reacted to a viral video in which his stepmother, Stella Maris, appealed to Nigerians for financial assistance. In a video shared online, Somtochukwu, who identified himself as Mr Ibu’s third son and fourth child, alleged that Stella Maris falsely claimed that only her children were the late actor’s children. According to him, Mr Ibu had several children, both older and younger than Stella Maris’ children,…
Read MorePeller Pays Jarvis’ Bride Price, Takes Relationship to Next Level Ahead of Wedding
Popular Nigerian TikTok star and streamer, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has officially paid the bride price of his longtime girlfriend and fellow content creator, Elizabeth Aminata Amadou, widely known as Jarvis or Jadrolita. The development has sparked excitement across social media, with fans and celebrities flooding the couple with congratulatory messages. Peller announced the milestone on his social media pages, revealing that the traditional marriage rites had been successfully concluded in Jarvis’ hometown in Edo State. The content creator described the occasion as the beginning of a beautiful…
Read MoreActor Baba Ijesha Welcomes Baby Boy Months After Prison Release
Nollywood actor and comedian, Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has announced the birth of his son. The actor shared the joyous news in an Instagram post on Monday, accompanied by maternity photographs featuring himself and his wife. Expressing gratitude to God, Baba Ijesha revealed that the couple welcomed a healthy baby boy named King Kagar Omiyinka. “In quiet ways, in unseen ways, God has been writing a story only He could tell. We thank the Almighty for blessing us with a healthy baby boy,” he wrote. The actor…
Read MoreAyra Starr Fires Back at Critics Over Revealing Outfits, Says She’ll Wear ‘Even Worse’ Fashion Choices
Nigerian music star Ayra Starr has once again stirred conversations online after responding defiantly to criticism over her latest fashion choice, declaring that she has no intention of changing her style despite the backlash. The singer, whose real name is Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, became a trending topic after a TikTok video showed her attending an event alongside fellow Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage. In the clip, Ayra Starr was seen wearing a black top, a sheer polka-dot skirt, and a pink gele, a look that quickly divided opinions on social media.…
Read MoreSocial Media User Jailed Two Years for Spreading False Death Rumour About Adekunle Gold’s Daughter
A social media user, Samuel Adeboye Adeyeye, popularly known online as @Swanky, has been sentenced to two years imprisonment for spreading false and malicious information about the family of Nigerian music stars Adekunle Gold and Simi. Adeyeye was convicted after pleading guilty to charges bordering on the intentional dissemination of fake news through digital platforms. The convict had allegedly circulated a false report claiming that the celebrity couple had lost their six-year-old daughter, Deja, to a rare genetic disorder known as Canavan disease. The misleading post quickly gained attention on…
Read MoreEFCC Arraigns Blessing CEO Over Alleged N36m Fraud, Remands Her in Custody
Social media influencer and relationship therapist, Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has been arraigned before the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, over an alleged N36 million fraud. The influencer was docked on Friday by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on a two-count charge bordering on alleged obtaining by false pretence and theft. According to the anti-graft agency, Blessing CEO allegedly obtained the sum of N36 million from one Mrs. Ifeyinwa Nonye Okoye between July 14 and 17, 2024, under the guise of facilitating the purchase…
Read MoreAlexx Ekubo Dies at 40 After Battle With Cancer
Nollywood has been thrown into mourning following the death of popular actor Alexx Ekubo, who reportedly died at the age of 40 after a prolonged battle with cancer. The actor, widely known for his roles in romantic and drama films, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, according to family sources cited in earlier reports. His death has sparked widespread grief across Nigeria’s entertainment industry, with colleagues, fans, and public figures paying emotional tributes. Ekubo had been noticeably absent from public appearances and social media in recent times, a development…
Read MoreSeun Kuti Alleges 13-Year Blacklisting Over Anti-Government Music, Says Nigeria ‘Cancelled’ Him
Grammy-nominated Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti, has revealed that his music career faced over a decade of restriction in Nigeria due to his outspoken criticism of government policies and social issues. Speaking during a recent episode of the Saleh Meditate podcast, the son of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti said he has effectively been “blacklisted” in the Nigerian music industry for about 13 years because of the conscious nature of his songs. According to Kuti, Nigerian authorities grew increasingly wary of protest music following the impact of his father and other artists…
Read MoreLaffmattazz Partners with First Bank of Nigeria Limited for 2026 International Tour Expansion
Laffmattazz, one of Nigeria’s foremost comedy and live entertainment brands, is pleased to announce its official partnership with First Bank of Nigeria Limited for the highly anticipated Laffmattazz 2026 International Tour, themed “Next Chapter: A New Season of Laughter.” Now in its 15th year, Laffmattazz—the brainchild of renowned Nigerian comedian Gbenga Adeyinka (Gbenga Adeyinka 1st)—has evolved into a cultural phenomenon, celebrated for its seamless fusion of comedy, music, and live stage performances. The 2026 tour, which kicked off on Easter Sunday, April 5th, 2026 at the Jogor Centre, Ibadan, marks…
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