Temi Nkem has emerged as the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 11, taking home the ₦160m grand prize, while Aikou and Sheba emerged as the first and second runners-up, respectively. 1. Her real name and age Temi Nkem’s real name is Temitope Chigbue. She is 21 years old. 2. Her background
Cubana Chief Priest weight loss has become one of the most talked-about celebrity transformations in Nigeria this year, and the socialite is making sure nobody misses it. The celebrity barman and businessman, whose real name is Pascal Okechukwu, took to social media to show off his noticeably slimmer frame, revealing that he can now fit into an XL pyjama he received during an Emirates first-class flight. For anyone who has followed his journey, it’s a remarkable shift — and he’s not being quiet about it. But beyond the flex, his update raises a question many Nigerians quietly ask themselves: how…
Reality TV star, Josephina Otabor, aka Phyna, and skit maker, Carter Efe, emerged victorious in their respective celebrity boxing bouts at Balmoral Promotions’ Chaos in the Ring event, while Ghana’s Seth “Freezy Macbones” Gyimah dethroned Nigeria’s Godday “Zodsolo” Appah in the main event. The event, held at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, on October 1, 2026, featured professional boxing and celebrity contests.
As Africa’s populations age and healthcare systems face evolving demands, St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, is highlighting the need to strengthen dementia awareness, early recognition, and patient-centered care across the continent.
Nollywood actress and entrepreneur, Carolyna Hutchings, (formerly Caroline Danjuma and Caroline Ekanem) has announced her exit from the reality television show, The Real Housewives of Lagos, saying she has moved on from the programme and wants to be left out of anything relating to the show. Hutchings, who returned to the third season of the reality series after taking a break from Season 2, made this known in a lengthy post on Instagram on Monday.
BBNaija Season 11 housemates Aikou and Flora, who were previously guaranteed places in the finale but barred from winning the grand prize as Gambits, have been reinstated as full housemates and are now eligible to compete for the ₦160m prize.
MoMo Payment Service Bank (MoMo PSB), the fintech subsidiary of MTN Nigeria licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria to provide digital financial services, money transfers and bill payments via mobile devices, is pleased to announce the appointment of Bode Abifarin as its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September 2026. Bode joins MoMo PSB with more than 23 years of experience spanning financial services, consulting, digital payments, fintech, strategy, operations and business transformation.
Businessman and chairman of Heirs Holdings and United Bank for Africa, Tony Elumelu, has cautioned a young lady for addressing him by his name at a public event. In the video making rounds online, Tony was captured addressing his employees when a young lady, who appears to be a graduate Trainee of UBA Banking School, stood up to ask a question.
The football superstar has shared details of his private wedding ceremony which was only attended by the couple and their five children. For a man famously associated with the number seven, it’s a different number that holds the deepest significance for Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner, Georgina Rodríguez: ten. The couple got married on August 11, marking the 10th anniversary of their first meeting at a Gucci store in Madrid. Speaking from their new summer home in Cascais, Portugal—a property that took seven years to build and which they acquired in July, the seventh month—the couple addressed the swirling rumors…
Martins and Mercedes have been evicted from the Big Brother Naija Season 11 reality show. Their exit was announced by the show’s host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, during the live eviction show on Sunday.
Hollywood star George Clooney and his human rights lawyer wife Amal have evacuated their French home near the southeastern town of Brignoles after a fast-moving wildfire broke out nearby, authorities said Thursday.
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has admitted that a tactical decision he made during the second-half hydration break in his side’s Round of 16 defeat to Norway proved decisive in the Selecao’s shock exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has admitted that a tactical decision he made during the second-half hydration break in his side’s Round of 16 defeat to Norway proved decisive in the Selecao’s shock exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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
Chimsom Chuka has emerged as the first Head of House (HoH) of Big Brother Naija Season 11, earning immunity from eviction for the week after winning the opening HoH challenge. Unlike previous seasons, however, Chimsom will not occupy the exclusive Head of House lounge despite winning the title.
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.
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”.…