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I left acting for music, not because of trauma, says Ray Emodi

Nollywood actor and singer Ray Emodi has clarified that he did not leave acting because of trauma or family pressure, but to fully pursue his passion for music.​He said recent reports suggesting that his exit from Nollywood was driven mainly by traumatic experiences were misleading and did not capture his true motivation. Emodi explained that music has always been his first love and that he had been combining it with acting for years before deciding to focus on it completely.​According to him, continuing to split his time between both fields was holding him back from reaching his full potential as an artiste. He confirmed that he had faced difficult moments on some movie sets, including unsafe locations and stressful work conditions, but insisted that these were not the main reasons for his decision.​He also noted that while he has spoken […]

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Veteran gospel singer Toun Soetan dies at 73

Veteran Nigerian gospel singer and songwriter Toun Soetan has died at the age of 73, leaving the Christian music community in deep mourning.Her death was confirmed in a family statement and by close associates on Friday, March 13, 2026. Toun Soetan, also known as Evangelist Shouet, was widely celebrated as the original composer of the popular Christian chorus Darling Jesus, a song that has been sung in churches across Nigeria and beyond for decades.Through this and many other songs, she built a strong legacy of worship music that touched generations of believers. Reports indicate that news of her passing was first shared on social media by family members and fellow ministers of the gospel.Tributes quickly began to pour in from fans, church leaders, gospel artistes, and colleagues who described her as a devoted minister and a consistent voice in gospel […]

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Asake filmed struggling to touch Black Stone in Mecca

Afrobeats star Asake has been seen in a viral video struggling to touch the revered Black Stone at the Kaaba in Mecca during a religious visit.The singer, who recently shared clips of himself performing Umrah in Saudi Arabia, was surrounded by a large crowd of worshippers as he tried to reach the sacred spot. In the video, Asake is guided through the crowd toward the corner of the Kaaba where the Black Stone is located, but the heavy human traffic makes access difficult.At one point, he appears to gesture and speak with security personnel as he struggles to get closer, drawing mixed reactions from viewers online. The clip has sparked conversations on social media, with some fans expressing excitement at seeing the singer on pilgrimage and others debating his conduct in such a sacred and tightly controlled area.Many users also […]

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Top five films to watch in Nigerian cinemas this weekend

Movie lovers in Nigeria have a rich mix of action, drama, comedy, and romance to enjoy in cinemas this weekend.​From new Nollywood releases to gripping thrillers and emotional stories, there is something for every type of viewer.​ One of the key highlights is Onobiren, a Nollywood drama that follows Roli, a young woman from Warri whose move to Lagos forces her to confront tradition and expectations.​​The film explores themes of resilience, identity, and womanhood and features performances from Ruby Akubueze, Patience Ozokwor, Deyemi Okanlawon, Bisola Aiyeola, Norbert Young, and others.​ Headless is another strong option for viewers who enjoy thrillers with social commentary.​​The movie follows a film producer who is arrested after a human head is found in his car, leading to an investigation that raises questions about crime, influence, and hidden power networks.​ For fans of emotional family stories, […]

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2026 Oscars: full list of key nominees

The 98th Academy Awards will hold on March 15, with courtroom drama “Sinners” leading this year’s Oscars race on a record 16 nominations, followed by war epic “One Battle After Another” with 13. The main categories are dominated by a mix of studio blockbusters and acclaimed international titles, including “Hamnet”, “Frankenstein”, “Bugonia” and Brazilian thriller “The Secret Agent”. Below is the full list of nominees in the key categories: Best Picture Sinners One Battle After Another Bugonia F1 Frankenstein Hamnet Marty Supreme Sentimental Value The Secret Agent Train Dreams Best Director Ryan Coogler – Sinners Paul Thomas Anderson – One Battle After Another Yorgos Lanthimos – Bugonia Chloé Zhao – Hamnet Guillermo del Toro – Frankenstein Best Actor Michael B. Jordan – Sinners Leonardo DiCaprio – One Battle After Another Timothée Chalamet – Marty Supreme Ethan Hawke – Blue Moon […]

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Omolara: My music is a call to worship and miracles

Gospel singer Omolara has described her songs as a call to deep worship and a channel through which God works miracles in people’s lives. She says her entire music ministry is centred on ushering listeners into God’s presence, where they can experience healing, restoration and answered prayers. Omolara explains that many of her songs come as “divine downloads” through dreams and direct encounters with the word of God. According to her, this makes her compositions more than entertainment, turning them into tools for preaching the gospel, strengthening faith and pointing people to the power of Jesus.​​ The singer, who has released worship projects such as “Ise Oluwa” and other Yoruba and multilingual gospel songs, says she deliberately blends African rhythms with global gospel sounds to reach a wider audience. She believes that when people truly focus on God in worship, miracles naturally […]

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My wife and babymama were never friends, says Segun Ogungbe

Nollywood actor and producer Segun Ogungbe has clarified that his wife, Tinuke, and his babymama, actress Wunmi Ajiboye, were never friends, contrary to reports that once trended on social media. Ogungbe, who appeared as a guest on a recent interview programme, said the widely shared narrative that both women were close and got along as friends was false and “generated by social media.” He explained that from the beginning, there was no such friendship between them.​ According to him, the story that his wife and babymama were friends was started by a woman who admired him and wanted him to marry her. He alleged that she became angry after he got another woman pregnant outside wedlock, despite her financial support for his movie projects, and then went online to claim that his wife and babymama were friends, a version which […]

Actress Sarah Martins apologises over roadside charity cooking

Nollywood actress Sarah Martins has tendered a public apology for cooking and sharing food on a Lagos roadside as part of her charity outreach. Martins had recently come under fire from the Lagos State Government after videos showed her cooking on a road median and serving food to street children and other vulnerable people. The state, through its Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, warned that such activities violate environmental and sanitation regulations, as well as rules on the use of public infrastructure. In her apology, the actress acknowledged that, although her intentions were to help the less privileged, she now understands that using the road and public spaces in that manner was wrong and unsafe. She promised to comply with Lagos laws going forward and to move future charity programmes to approved or designated locations. Martins […]

Big Chinni releases cinematic Ololufe music video

Nigerian singer Oluchi Anyikaeme Faith, popularly known as Big Chinni, has released the official music video for her song Ololufe, one of the standout tracks from her Double Love Dose project. The visuals blend village scenes with nature inspired locations to create a rich storytelling atmosphere that draws viewers in from the opening frames. With clean cinematic shots and carefully composed frames, the video highlights themes of love, culture and identity while complementing the song’s romantic tone. Ololufe itself is a love themed record built on melodic rhythms and expressive vocals, with Big Chinni delivering affectionate lyrics over a smooth Afro inspired sound. The track, produced by T Barz and released under Bankerz Musik and Dvpper Digital, forms part of her Double Love Dose body of work. Speaking about the concept behind the video, Big Chinni said the visuals were […]

Joeboy says new artists now face tougher road to the top

Nigerian singer Joeboy has expressed concern over the rising difficulties faced by emerging artists trying to break into the mainstream music scene. In a recent interview, he said it is now much harder for new acts to gain recognition than it was a few years ago. According to him, talent and good music are no longer enough on their own to push an artist into the spotlight. Joeboy explained that upcoming artists are now expected to be active on social media, build a strong personal brand and almost function as influencers to attract attention. He noted that an artist’s personality and online visibility now play a big role in whether their songs gain traction. He recalled that in the past, an artist with great music, proper branding and solid marketing support had a higher chance of blowing up. Today, he […]

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