• Tems and Ayra Starr feature in Children of Blood and Bone
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    Tems and Ayra Starr feature in ‘Children of Blood and Bone’

    July 30, 2026 - By 

    Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has her hit single, ‘Me & U’, featured in the first official teaser for the Hollywood fantasy film, Children of Blood & Bone. Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, also appeared in the teaser, marking her Hollywood acting debut. The behind-the-scenes teaser, shared on Monday by director Gina Prince-Bythewood on her Instagram page @gpbmadeit, features scenes from the film’s production, including costume preparations, action sequences and brief appearances by cast members

  • BBNaija Season 11 housemates
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    #BBNaija Season 11: Meet the 24 Housemates – names, pictures, ages, states of origin, occupations

    July 30, 2026 - By 

    From seasoned entrepreneurs and talented entertainers to ambitious students and young professionals, BBNaija Season 11 has assembled one of its most diverse housemates yet. Over the coming weeks, these 24 housemates will test their strategy, resilience and social skills as they compete for the coveted grand prize. Before the alliances are formed and the drama begins, meet the contestants hoping to capture the hearts of viewers across Nigeria and beyond.

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    “We Don’t Shoot Shots” – Tems Explains Why She Won’t Make First Move on Maduka Okoye

    July 9, 2026 - By 

    Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems has explained why she would not make the first move on Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, saying she does not believe in “shooting her shot” at men. The singer made the remarks during an interview on the sidelines of the BET Awards after she was asked whether she knew the Nigerian international and if she would consider making the first move. Asked if she knew Okoye, Tems replied: “I wish I did.” However, when asked whether she would “shoot her shot” at the goalkeeper, the singer firmly dismissed the idea. “We don’t shoot shots over here”.…

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    BBNaija Season 11 Teased: Fans Demand Premiere Date

    July 9, 2026 - By 

    Anticipation for Big Brother Naija is building again after organisers teased the return of the  reality show for its 11th season, prompting fans to call for an official premiere date. In a post shared across the show’s social media platforms on Sunday, the organisers announced: “A new chapter begins, and this time, everything is for the taking. #BBNaija season 11 is coming soon.” The teaser arrives months after the conclusion of Season 10, which ended with Imisi Ayanwale clinching the grand prize of N150 million.

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    Christy Essien-Igbokwe: 15 Years After Her Death, the Lady of Songs Lives On

    July 9, 2026 - By 

    Fifteen years after her death, the memory of Nigeria’s legendary singer and actress, Christy Uduak Essien-Igbokwe (MFR), remains as vibrant as the timeless songs that made her one of Africa’s most celebrated music icons. Fondly called the “Lady of Songs” and widely regarded as Nigeria’s original Queen of Afro Pop, Essien-Igbokwe continues to inspire generations of music lovers and artistes whose careers have been shaped by the path she blazed decades ago.

  • Mr Eazi causes stir online after betting on his unborn child's gender with wife Temi Otedola. Fans react with jokes and well wishes.
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    “I’m a Nepo Baby” – Temi Ajibade Opens Up About Privilege, Hard Work

    July 9, 2026 - By 

    Nigerian actress and media personality Temi Ajibade has openly embraced the label of a “nepo baby,” saying she has no reason to deny the advantages she enjoyed through her family’s influence and background. Speaking on a recent episode of The How Far Podcast, which she co-hosts with her husband, singer Mr Eazi, Temi said recognising privilege is simply being honest and does not take away from anyone’s accomplishments. Temi, the daughter of billionaire businessman Femi Otedola, argued that privilege goes beyond having famous parents, explaining that it also includes growing up with financial security, quality education and opportunities that many…

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    Jarvis Fires Back at Ycee Over “Olodo Uprising” Comments

    July 8, 2026 - By 

    Popular TikTok content creator Elizabeth Amadou, better known as Jarvis, has responded to rapper Ycee’s recent comments about what he described as an “olodo uprising” in Nigeria, arguing that the country’s harsh economic realities have forced many educated young people into digital content creation. Ycee had sparked debate during an appearance on the Afropolitan Podcast, where he lamented what he called the rise of “olodo culture,” “Yahoo culture,” and “Peller culture,” suggesting that Nigerians were increasingly rewarding ignorance over intellectual achievement.

  • Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Officially Married in Star-Studded New York Wedding
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    Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Officially Married in Star-Studded New York Wedding

    July 7, 2026 - By 

    US pop queen Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce officially married Friday at a lavish wedding that drew a galaxy of fashion-draped A-list  celebrities in New York, sealing a union that has triggered frenzied global attention. Excitement has swirled around America’s “royal wedding,” which is happening on the United States’ 250th birthday weekend amid a record-breaking heat wave, a near-total  news blackout and a security lockdown of the kind typically reserved for heads of state. The anticipation was even greater as Swift and Kelce made no public announcements about their wedding plans at storied Madison Square Garden — and…

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    FIFA unveils new match ball for World Cup semi-finals, final

    July 7, 2026 - By 

    FIFA has unveiled the Trionda Final as the Official Match Ball for the semi-finals, bronze medal match and final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The world football governing body announced the new ball in a statement posted on its website on Tuesday. It said the ball would be used in the tournament’s final four matches, culminating in the final scheduled for July 19 in New York New Jersey Stadium, USA. According to FIFA, the TRIONDA FINAL retains the performance-driven construction of the original TRIONDA ball introduced in October 2025 but features a new premium design in gold, white and black.…

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    644 MILLION! Burna Boy just shattered YouTube Music records.

    July 7, 2026 - By 

    Burna Boy Smashes YouTube Music Record With 644 Million Monthly Listeners Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has recorded a massive 644 million monthly audience on YouTube Music, emerging as the highest-ranked artist among the platform’s current top five Nigerian acts. The latest YouTube Music rankings viewed by our correspondent on Monday, show Burna Boy with 6.41 million subscribers and a 644 million monthly audience, ahead of Asake, who has 2.06 million subscribers and 11.6 million monthly audience, Wizkid with 3.67 million subscribers and 24.2 million monthly audience, Seyi Vibez with 500,000 subscribers and 3.28…

  • MrBeast Retains Crown as World's Highest-Earning Creator With $300 Million – Full Forbes List
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    MrBeast Retains Crown as World’s Highest-Earning Creator With $300 Million – Full Forbes List

    July 7, 2026 - By 

    FULL LIST: MrBeast tops 2026 Forbes list as top creators earn $1bn MrBeast has retained his position as the world’s highest-earning digital creator after topping the 2026 Forbes Top Creators ranking. This is as the industry’s 50 biggest influencers generated a combined $1.02 billion over the past year. The annual ranking, released by Forbes on July 1 and sighted on Sunday by our correspondent, showed the top creators increased their combined earnings by 20 per cent from $853 million in 2025 and by 80 per cent from the inaugural list in 2022. According to the publication, the creator economy has…

  • "She Sold Everything" – Mr Ibu's Son Accuses Stepmother of Squandering N66 Million, Properties
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    “She Sold Everything” – Mr Ibu’s Son Accuses Stepmother of Squandering N66 Million, Properties

    June 26, 2026 - By 

    One of the sons of the late Nollywood actor, Mr Ibu, has called out his wife after she cried for help on social media. It was earlier reported that Stella and her kids, while speaking to influencer King Mitchy, lamented their plight, revealing that they now fetch water from a well because she hasn’t been able to pay their house rent. She said their light has been cut off for two months, and they have to rely on others to charge their phones.

  • Osas Ighodaro bags lead role in new Bollywood series
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    Osas Ighodaro bags lead role in new Bollywood series

    June 26, 2026 - By 

    Nigerian-American actress and television host Osas Ighodaro has secured a lead role in the upcoming Nolly-Bollywood micro-drama series, Imported Bahu. The project, which was officially unveiled on Monday by executive producer Hamisha Daryani Ahuja, will see Ighodaro star alongside Bollywood actor and model Rajniesh Duggall in a story centred on love, family secrets and a cross-cultural romance. Announcing the production via Instagram, Ahuja described Imported Bahu as the first vertical micro-drama series from her production company, Forever 7 Entertainment.

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    Actress Ini Dima-Okojie welcomes baby boy

    June 26, 2026 - By 

    Nollywood actress Ini Dima-Okojie has announced the birth of her baby boy with her husband, Abasi Ene-Obong. The actress broke the news on Wednesday in an emotional birthday message posted on Instagram, reflecting on her transition into motherhood and the life-changing experience of welcoming her first child. Known for marking her birthdays with elaborate photoshoots and carefully curated concepts, Ini said this year was different. Instead, she chose to share a photograph taken on the day her son was born. “Every year, my birthday comes with a photoshoot, glam, and a carefully planned concept. This year, none of that felt…