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Carter Efe: I would not be a content creator if my dad were alive

Nigerian skit maker and singer Oderhohwo Joseph Efe, popularly known as Carter Efe, has revealed that he might not have become a content creator if his father were still alive. He shared this while speaking about his childhood and family struggles, explaining that his late father was very passionate about education and wanted his children to focus on school. Carter Efe said his father, a police sergeant, earned a modest salary but still managed to provide for their large family and ensure several of his children completed their education. He noted that losing his father while he was in secondary school forced him to grow up quickly and look for alternative ways to support himself, which later led him into comedy and content creation.​ According to him, if his father had been alive, he would have pushed him to pursue […]

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Why I’m not a single mum – Annie Macaulay

Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay has clarified that she does not want to be described as a “single mum”, insisting that she is a single woman raising two children. In a post shared via her Instagram stories, the estranged wife of music star 2Baba wrote: “I’m not a single mum. I’m a single woman raising two kids,” drawing a clear line between her marital status and how her motherhood is labelled. Her statement comes in the wake of her much publicised split from 2Baba, with the actress increasingly asserting her identity by using her maiden name and correcting platforms that still attach her ex husband’s surname to her. Annie’s choice of words has sparked mixed reactions online, as some critics accuse her of merely playing with semantics, while others defend her right to define herself in a way that reflects her personal journey […]

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Why I almost quit music, by Superboy Cheque

Nigerian singer and rapper Superboy Cheque has revealed that he once considered quitting music at the height of his struggles with severe acne and low self esteem.​ Speaking in a recent interview, the Penthauze act said his skin condition affected his confidence so badly that he became extremely insecure about appearing in public or shooting music videos. Cheque explained that the breakout on his face made him feel unattractive and held him back from fully embracing fame, to the point that he thought about abandoning his music dreams altogether. He said treatment and gradual healing of his acne, alongside the support of close friends and colleagues who believed in his talent, helped him regain confidence and stay focused on his career. The “Zoom” hitmaker added that he now feels more comfortable in his own skin and hopes his story encourages […]

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From Ojuelegba streets to world stages: Wizkid’s rise to global stardom

Wizkid’s journey from the streets of Ojuelegba in Surulere, Lagos, to global music superstardom is a story of raw talent, persistence and perfect timing. Born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun in 1990, he started singing in church and recording in small Lagos studios as a teenager, dreaming of breaking out of his modest background. His big break came after he signed with EME Records and released Holla At Your Boy in 2010, a hit that made him a youth favourite and earned him the Next Rated award at the Headies.​ Over the next few years, he built a strong fan base with back to back singles and tours across Nigeria and the diaspora, setting himself up for a defining moment in his career. That moment was Ojuelegba, the reflective anthem inspired by his hustle in Surulere, which connected deeply with Nigerians at […]

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Actor Ijebu urges police action over King Mitchy suicide attempt drama

Nollywood actor Tayo Amokade, popularly known as Ijebu, has called on the police to take action against content creator King Mitchy over her livestreamed suicide attempt. King Mitchy, whose real name is Mukoro Mitchelle, was seen on a TikTok and Instagram live session drinking a household cleaning product in what appeared to be an attempt to take her own life amid an ongoing feud with activist VeryDarkMan.​ In a video posted on Instagram, Ijebu condemned the act and warned that such content could negatively influence teenagers and young social media users who look up to influencers. He noted that the product she drank is commonly used to clean toilets and clothes and said it was dangerous to turn it into a prop for dramatic online content about depression and suicide.​ The actor appealed to the police and cybercrime units to […]

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Gospel singer Taiwo of Adegbodu Twins dies

Popular gospel singer Taiwo Adegbodu, one half of the renowned Adegbodu Twins, has died, throwing the Nigerian gospel music community into mourning. His death was announced in an emotional message shared on the duo’s official Facebook page, where his twin brother and music partner, Kehinde Adegbodu, lamented the loss and said his heart was bleeding. Kehinde questioned how he would cope without Taiwo and their children, describing the death as too heavy a burden for the family to bear. The Adegbodu Twins were widely known for their powerful ministrations, energetic stage performances and strong presence at church programmes and Christian events across Nigeria. They recorded several popular gospel tracks over the years and built a loyal following among Yoruba speaking and wider Christian audiences.​ As at the time of reporting, the family and management have not released details about the […]

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I was so depressed I needed antidepressants – Busola Oke

Gospel singer Busola Oke has revealed that she became so overwhelmed by depression that she had to start taking antidepressant medication. She said the drugs made her sleep for long hours, sometimes as much as two days at a stretch, and left her feeling worried about their effect on her body.​ Oke explained that her struggles were driven by loneliness, frustration, financial hardship and a feeling that she had been abandoned despite years of work in the music industry. She said she had battled mounting debts, could not afford a car since 2020 and sometimes struggled to pay her rent and feed herself, all of which worsened her mental state. The Eleyele crooner, however, stressed that she never had suicidal thoughts, saying her emotional outbursts online were a cry for help, not an attempt to harm herself.​ Oke appealed to […]

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Tonto Dikeh visits Abuja National Hospital, prays with patients

Nollywood actress and politician Tonto Dikeh has visited the National Hospital in Abuja, where she prayed with patients and shared gifts in the children’s and women’s wards. During the visit, she moved from bed to bed, speaking with patients, laying hands on some of them in prayer, and offering words of encouragement and hope. Dikeh also provided gift items and financial support to some families to help them settle parts of their hospital bills. She thanked the hospital’s management and staff for warmly receiving her team and for their daily efforts in caring for patients under difficult conditions.​ Reflecting on the outreach, she said she was deeply moved by the sight of children battling serious illnesses and described the experience as emotionally overwhelming. Dikeh explained that the visit was part of her commitment to live out her Christian faith by […]

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Hospital denies King Mitchy death claim, threatens lawsuit

Primecare Hospital in Abuja has rejected viral social media reports claiming that popular content creator Mukoro Mitchelle, known as King Mitchy, died at its facility. In an official statement, the hospital described the reports as false and said King Mitchy was never a patient there and did not pass away in the hospital. The management expressed concern that its name was mentioned in a widely shared post allegedly issued by King Mitchy’s team, which claimed she died in a Prime Hospital in Abuja after ingesting a harmful substance. Primecare said it is already working with relevant authorities to identify the source of the false information and will take legal action against those responsible for damaging its reputation. The hospital also urged members of the public and media users to stop sharing unverified claims about King Mitchy’s condition, warning that such […]

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Funke Akindele: I just want to tell African stories

Nollywood star Funke Akindele says she is not in competition with anyone and is only focused on telling authentic Nigerian and African stories through her films. She made this known in Lagos after receiving multiple honours from the National Film and Video Censors Board for her record breaking box office success. Akindele explained that her goal is to produce stories that reflect everyday Nigerian and African experiences so audiences at home and abroad can feel seen, accepted, and understood.​​ She said she wants viewers to watch her movies, learn from them, and connect with the realities, struggles, and aspirations of people on the continent.​​ The filmmaker added that she does not put pressure on herself to outdo others, stressing that storytelling, not rivalry, is at the heart of her work. Akindele’s latest film, Behind The Scenes, recently crossed the 2 […]

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