Veteran 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. His death was announced by his son, Olusoji Jacobs,…
President Tinubu Mourns Veteran Actor Taiwo Hassan, Ogogo
President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of veteran Nollywood actor, filmmaker and screenwriter, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, following his demise. In a…
Actor Taiwo Hassan ‘Ogogo’ dies at 66
Veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at 66. His daughter, Kira Taiwo, confirmed his passing during an Instagram Live session on Sunday. The news comes…
I’ll work against Obi in 2027 – Cubana Chief Priest
Socialite Cubana Chief Priest has declared his intention to work against Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election. He made this known during an Instagram exchange with followers, confirming his…
Tinubu hails Fela’s Grammy lifetime honour, says ‘Fela lives on’
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has celebrated the late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, following his posthumous recognition with the Recording Academy’s Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, describing the music icon as…
Grammys: Tyla wins ‘Best African Music Performance’, beats Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr
South African singer, Tyla has won the Best African Music Performance award at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. She took home the prize for her song “Push 2 Start”, beating…
Portable Denied Bail After Arraignment In Ogun
A State High Court in Ota, Ogun State, has denied bail to controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable. The singer was being arraigned on a nine-count criminal charge…
Court of Appeal quashes Baba Ijesha’s child sexual assault conviction
The Lagos Court of Appeal has overturned the 2022 conviction of actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, for the sexual assault of a minor. He was released from…
Lagos to host 2025 best of Nollywood awards — Sanwo-Olu
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced that the state will host the 2025 edition of the Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards. Sharing the news on X, the governor expressed…
2baba ties knot with Edo lawmaker Natasha Osawaru
Afrobeats singer 2Baba has traditionally tied the knot with Edo State lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru, in a private ceremony. The wedding was reportedly attended by close family members, including 2Baba’s parents,…