Afeez Oyetoro reveals why he rejected N7.5m betting deal in 1999
Nollywood actor and lecturer, Afeez Oyetoro, popularly known as Saka, has revealed why he turned down a lucrative N7.5 million offer from a betting company in 1999. Oyetoro disclosed that he rejected the offer because it required him to promote gambling, which conflicted with his personal convictions at the time. The actor said he was […]
Davido and I have no feud, issues —Rema
Rema, the ‘Calm Down’ hitmaker, made the clarification during an interview with Ebro Darden and Laura Stylez, where he dismissed speculation that he and DMW boss Davido were involved in a feud.
Tomike Adeoye questions nanny uniforms, says it’s humiliating
Nigerian media personality, Tomike Adeoye, has questioned the practice of having children’s nannies wear uniforms when accompanying their employers to public gatherings, describing the practice as humiliating.
Ojay Wright reveals culture shock over money requests while dating Nigerian women
Wright said he was surprised by how often money became part of his interactions with the women he was dating, particularly during his first few months in the country.
Sterling Bank, Swiss Arts Council, others support LIFI festival as Nigerian illustrators get international exposure
The three-day festival, organised by the Book Buzz Foundation, opened in Lagos on Thursday, September 17, with representatives of partner organisations and countries delivering goodwill messages to participants.
How Lola Shoneyin is training Nigerian illustrators, strengthening children’s book industry
The founder of the Book Buzz Foundation (BBF) and director of the Lagos International Festival of Illustration (LIFI), Lola Shoneyin, has outlined a five-year plan to build a stronger community for illustrators in Nigeria through training, professional development, and international collaboration.
Obasanjo explains why he doesn’t know Don Jazzy, Carter Efe, Poco Lee
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has explained why he is unfamiliar with Nigerian entertainers Don Jazzy, Carter Efe and Poco Lee, during a lighthearted conversation with comedian Isbae U on the podcast Curiosity Made Me Ask.
I lost four-month pregnancy, Pastor Idowu sent millions for treatment —Toyin Abraham
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham has revealed that she lost a nearly four-month pregnancy while filming a movie, recounting how Pastor Bolaji Idowu supported her financially and spiritually during the difficult period.
Sunday Dare blasts Atiku for addressing Tinubu as ‘Bola’
A reference to President Bola Tinubu simply as “Bola” has drawn a sharp response from presidential aide Sunday Dare after former Vice President Atiku Abubakar called on the president to reduce the cost of petrol and ease the pressure on Nigerians.
Nkechi Blessing, Phyna set for boxing clash over social media feud
The two entertainers will face off in a celebrity boxing bout titled ‘Chaos in the Ring’, scheduled to take place at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos and is expected to be broadcast live on DAZN and SuperSport.