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Biola Adebayo faces backlash over Baba Ijesha podcast

Nollywood actress Biola Adebayo is under fire for featuring convicted actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, known as Baba Ijesha, on her podcast Talk To B. Many Nigerians say the interview gave him a platform to downplay his conviction for sexual offences involving a minor.​ During the podcast, Baba Ijesha, who was sentenced to five years in prison for indecent treatment and sexual assault of a child, claimed he was set up and misunderstood. He also suggested parts of the incident were linked to a movie preparation, a claim that has angered many viewers.​ Actress Iyabo Ojo, who was mentioned in the interview, rejected his statements and warned him not to drag her children into the matter. She has been one of the most vocal figures in the campaign for justice in the case.​ The episode has sparked strong reactions on social media, […]

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Labake Olododo becomes big hit at Nigerian box office

Labake Olododo has become a major success at the Nigerian box office, earning 202 million naira within its first two weeks in cinemas . The film opened with 50.4 million naira in its first three days and went on to top the box office charts for several consecutive weekends, quickly becoming only the second movie to cross the 200 million naira mark last year . Industry observers say the film’s strong performance reflects a wider resurgence of interest in period dramas, as audiences are once again embracing historical stories across books, television and film . On streaming platforms, shows such as Vikings have shown how history themed content can attract large audiences, and this renewed appetite for the past is also visible in other areas of entertainment and culture . Museums have reported about a 10 percent rise in visitors […]

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Actress Remi Surutu declares support for Tinubu’s 2027 re election bid

Veteran Yoruba actress Remilekun Oshodi, popularly known as Remi Surutu, has publicly declared her support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re election in 2027.She made the declaration at the launch of EKO57, a Lagos based pro Tinubu group formed to mobilise grassroots support for the president’s second term campaign.​ Surutu told attendees that she stood firmly with Tinubu despite the backlash she has faced since openly supporting him before the 2023 elections.According to her, some people even went as far as blaming the president for her personal tragedy, including the death of her child.​ The actress said critics who attack supporters of the president are being unfair, insisting that everyone has a right to their political choices.She explained that her support for Tinubu is rooted in long standing personal conviction, not financial inducement. Surutu urged Nigerians to be patient with […]

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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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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 […]

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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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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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Faithia Williams pushes ahead with film debut after mother’s death

Actress Faithia Williams has resumed promotion for her new movie Efunroye The Unicorn despite still grieving the recent death of her mother. The film is scheduled to premiere in cinemas nationwide on May 1, 2026.​ Efunroye The Unicorn marks Williams’ first major cinematic lead role and tells the story of a powerful historical figure. Her mother died on Saturday, February 7, 2026, just two days after the actress celebrated her 55th birthday.​ In an emotional post on social media, Williams said every day since the loss has felt heavy, with calls, condolences and quiet moments when the reality of her mother’s passing sinks in. She described grief as something that “sits on your chest” and does not wait until you are ready.​ She explained that she could have stepped back from the public eye to mourn in silence but chose […]

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