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Juliana Olayode Explains Why She Reconciled With Funke Akindele

Nollywood actress Juliana Olayode has opened up on why reconciling with Funke Akindele was so important to her. She said she spent years praying for their relationship to be restored, valuing peace of mind and genuine reconciliation more than any career opportunity. Olayode, popularly known as Toyo Baby from her role in Jenifa’s Diary, explained that she and Akindele had grown apart due to issues largely influenced by a third party. She revealed that a former music teacher who acted as her mentor at the time overstepped boundaries, took control of her social media accounts, and even posted messages in her name without her full understanding. According to her, those actions contributed to misunderstandings with Akindele and also affected a relationship she was in at the time. Looking back, she described the entire episode as a painful mistake and said […]

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Bisola Badmus backs Biola Bayo amid Baba Ijesha backlash

Actress Bisola Badmus has publicly defended her colleague Biola Bayo following the backlash over Biola’s interview with convicted actor Baba Ijesha. She showed her support by sharing a video of them together on a movie set and praising Biola’s character. In her post, Bisola described Biola as kind and strong, urging her to stay calm despite the criticism. She wrote that Biola’s kindness and strength make her stand out and assured her that everything is under control. The controversy centres on Baba Ijesha’s comments in the interview, where he spoke about the rape allegations against him and his relationship with actress Iyabo Ojo. Many social media users criticised both Baba Ijesha and Biola Bayo for the conversation and the platform given to him. The criticism prompted Biola to delete the interview from YouTube and Instagram. She later released an apology […]

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Debbie Shokoya debunks claim that Obesere is her father

Nollywood actress and producer Debbie Shokoya has dismissed viral reports claiming that Fuji singer Abass Akande Obesere is her biological father. She described the allegation as completely false and said she has never had any form of contact with the musician.​ In a video posted on her Instagram page, Shokoya expressed anger and disappointment over the rumour. She stressed that she did not make any of the statements being circulated and questioned why anyone would create and spread such a story.​ The actress said the fake report had exposed her to a wave of insults and abusive comments online. She criticised some media platforms and commentators for failing to verify the information before publishing or amplifying it.​ Shokoya urged bloggers and members of the public to stop spreading unverified claims about her personal life. She called on those who shared […]

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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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