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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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NFVCB honours Funke Akindele as box office champion

The National Film and Video Censors Board has honoured Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele as a box office champion for her record-breaking achievements in Nigerian cinema. At an event in Lagos, Akindele received multiple awards, including recognition for excellence in promoting indigenous films. She was presented with the Box Office Champion Award for her 2020 blockbuster Omo Ghetto: The Saga, which emerged as the highest-grossing Nollywood film of that year. Akindele also received the Audience Choice Award for Everybody Loves Jenifa, reflecting her strong connection with viewers across Nigeria and beyond. In addition, she was honoured with another Box Office Champion Award for outstanding box office performance, after becoming the filmmaker with the highest-grossing Nollywood films in 2025 and 2026 through her movie Behind The Scenes. The NFVCB described her consistent success as a major boost for Nollywood, noting […]

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Nkan returns with new love single California Love

Singer Oluwakemisola Otekaiye, known as Nkan, is set to capture hearts again with her new single California Love, following the critical success of her 2025 EP Surulere.​ Arriving in the season of love, the track showcases her signature Kosmopolitan sound in a softer, more atmospheric style than earlier upbeat songs like Pepepe. The production highlights her powerful vocals while exploring the emotions of long distance love and the warm memories of a romance that began in California.​ The song reflects Nkan’s journey between her Nigerian roots and the years she has spent making music in the United States, creating a sound that feels both personal and global.​ Sharing the inspiration behind the track, she said music is a vessel for truth and emotion and that California Love aims to capture the special warmth that keeps love alive across distance. She […]

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Olumide Oworu explains why he joined politics

Actor Olumide Oworu says he ventured into politics because worsening governance in Nigeria directly affects his life and future plans.​ In an interview on Naija FM, he said he remembers how the country was when he was younger and is worried about raising a family in today’s conditions. He explained that this concern pushed him to move from complaining to actively trying to shape policies.​ Oworu said he wants to be among those making decisions because whatever laws are passed will impact him and ordinary citizens alike. He added that many current political leaders are already advanced in age, while people in his generation will live with the long term effects of their policy choices.​ He previously contested for the Lagos State House of Assembly in 2023 under the Labour Party but lost to Desmond Elliott.​

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Tonto Dikeh credits renewed faith for major financial turnaround

Actress Tonto Dikeh says her finances have grown significantly since she fully dedicated her life to God, rejecting the idea that deep faith leads to poverty.​ In a post on Instagram, she said her experience since surrendering to God has been the opposite of financial struggle, describing what she called undeniable provision, increase and timely help, often through complete strangers. She revealed that in less than a year she has been blessed with four houses and believes this is only the beginning.​ Dikeh explained that before renewing her faith she used to worry about how she would cope financially without powerful human connections. Now, she said, God has established her “in her own right” and shown her that everything she needs is in Him.​ She urged Christians not to accept the narrative that serving God means settling for less. According […]

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IK Osakioduwa explains why he rejects alcohol, tobacco ads

TV host IK Osakioduwa says he turns down endorsement and hosting jobs from alcohol and tobacco brands because of his faith and personal principles.​ In an interview on WithChude, he said his relationship with God guides how he presents himself as a family friendly brand in public. He explained that his team will never take money over principle, even when offers are very lucrative.​ Osakioduwa revealed that this decision has cost him significant income, as alcohol and tobacco companies often pay some of the highest fees. He said there are certain companies he simply will not work for, including tobacco brands and alcohol labels, and that this is a deliberate choice.​ He added that he is not judging colleagues who accept such deals and pointed out that it is not a sin to work with those brands, noting the biblical […]

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Rahman Jago confirms Burna Boy’s conversion to Islam

Rahman Jago, a close associate of Grammy winning Afrofusion star Burna Boy, has confirmed that the singer has converted from Christianity to Islam.​ He shared a video showing Burna Boy praising Allah, which quickly went viral and sparked wide reactions and debate among fans on social media.​ Former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad also reacted to the clip, saying Burna Boy looked very happy and praying that Allah makes his new faith journey easy for him. When a fan asked Ahmad to confirm the conversion, he replied that some of Burna Boy’s associates had said he is now Muslim, although the artist himself had not yet made a formal public declaration.​ Rahman Jago later stated clearly that Burna Boy has embraced Islam, writing that he has converted and is now a Muslim.​ Burna Boy, who comes from a Christian background, recently […]

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Eniola Badmus denies pimp claim, vows legal action

Actress Eniola Badmus has denied a viral social media claim that she works as a “private pimp” linking young women to movie executives, directors and politicians.​ Reacting on Thursday, Badmus described the allegation as false and attention seeking. She warned that the matter would be taken up by the authorities and said she would not overlook such a damaging claim.​ “This is the attention you’ve been craving for, so let’s get into it. This is a false accusation, and authorities will step in. Let it be known that we do not forgive in this zone,” she wrote.​ Following her response, the X user who made the allegation, identified as Femzy, issued a public apology and withdrew the claim. He admitted that his post was baseless and that he had no evidence to back the accusations.​ In his apology, he said […]

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Lagos DSVA: Simi cannot be prosecuted without evidence

The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency has said it cannot prosecute singer Simi over her resurfaced 2012 tweets without concrete evidence or testimony from alleged victims.​ Executive Secretary of the agency, Lola Vivour Adeniyi, explained on Channels Television’s Morning Brief that the DSVA has a duty to begin a preliminary review of the matter because of the public outcry. She stressed, however, that the law requires statements or cooperation from survivors before any case can move forward.​ Vivour Adeniyi said it would be very difficult to take formal legal action against the artist in the absence of a complainant. She urged anyone who may have experienced sexual abuse, assault or defilement to come forward so that their account can be documented and proper procedures commenced.​ Simi’s old tweets resurfaced after she spoke out strongly against rape, with some […]

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