Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Hilda Baci attempts world’s largest pot of jollof rice in Lagos

Hilda Baci, Gino Jollof Festival, Guinness World Records

Nigeria’s celebrated chef and culinary star, Hilda Effiong Bassey, popularly known as Hilda Baci, has once again captured the national spotlight with an audacious bid to cook the world’s largest pot of jollof rice. The attempt took place on Friday at the Gino Jollof Festival hosted at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos, drawing tens […]

2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Super Eagles focus on Rwanda before South Africa

2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, Super Eagles

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier matches continue, Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has assured Nigerians that the team is not looking past Saturday’s clash against Rwanda’s Amavubi in Uyo, despite an eagerly awaited encounter with South Africa’s Bafana Bafana looming a few days later in Bloemfontein. Speaking on Thursday, Troost-Ekong stressed that the […]

“Thanks for greatest first 20 years ever,” Rihanna expresses gratitude to God, fans

Rihanna

Global music icon, Robyn Rihanna Fenty, popularly known as Rihanna, has celebrated two decades in the entertainment industry with a heartfelt message of gratitude to her fans, family, and industry collaborators. In an emotional note shared on X on Saturday, the Barbadian-born superstar reflected on the life-changing decision she made 20 years ago to leave […]

Veteran juju musician Ahuja Bello dies a day after his 83rd birthday

Ahuja Bello

Renowned Juju music legend, Ahuja Bello, has died at the age of 83. The guitarist, vocalist, and band leader passed away in the early hours of Monday, just a day after marking his birthday. His daughter, Bello Festus Aderemi, announced the sad news on Facebook, describing him as “my lovely dad” and adding, “We love […]

Priscilla Ojo, husband welcome baby boy in Canada

Priscilla Ojo

Nigerian influencer, entrepreneur, and daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, Priscilla Ojo, has given birth to her first child with Tanzanian singer Juma Jux. The couple welcomed a son, Prince Rakeem Ayomide Mkambala, in Canada on Sunday. Priscilla confirmed the arrival of the baby on Monday through Snapchat and Instagram, where she shared her labour-room […]

Gospel singer Mercy Chinwo, Pastor Blessed welcome second child two days after third anniversary

Award-winning Nigerian gospel singer Mercy Chinwo and her husband, Pastor Blessed Uzochikwa, have welcomed their second child, just two days after celebrating their third wedding anniversary. The couple announced the joyful news on Friday via social media, sharing celebratory maternity photos and heartfelt messages of gratitude to God. Although they kept the newborn’s name and […]

Toke Makinwa expecting first child after years of waiting

Nigerian media personality and bestselling author, Toke Makinwa, has announced that she is expecting her first child, bringing an end to years of public speculation and personal longing. The 41-year-old revealed the joyful news this morning on Instagram, sharing an elegant maternity photoshoot alongside an emotional caption celebrating divine timing. In her post, Toke described […]

Cristiano Ronaldo proposes to Georgina Rodriguez

Cristiano Ronaldo is now officially engaged to his long-time girlfriend, Georgina Rodriguez. The couple, who have been together for nearly ten years, are ready to take the next step in their relationship. The 40-year-old football star proposed recently, and Georgina shared the news on Instagram on Monday. She posted a photo showing a stunning diamond […]