All roads lead to the Convention Centre of the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, this evening as the Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant holds there amid fun fair. The event, which promises to be a spectacular showcase of talent, elegance, and excellence will see 25 damsels battle for the coveted crown. One of the contestants to watch out for tonight is Chidinma Adetshina, who was invited by the organizers to participate in this year’s edition after she withdrew from the Miss South Africa 2024 pageant, following social media uproar about her eligibility to participate in the pageant because…
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As the days off approach, many of us look for the perfect way to unwind and rejuvenate, and what better way than by diving into a captivating movie or two? We have curated a list of films you should see this weekend. Whether you’re a cinephile with an extensive watchlist or simply searching for something entertaining to enjoy, this weekend offers an array of films that promise to make your time off memorable. From thrilling blockbusters and heartwarming dramas to thought-provoking documentaries and side-splitting comedies, the diverse selection of films available today ensures that there is something for everyone. Each…
Fans of Nigerian music video director TG Omori have heaved a sigh of relief now that he has updated them on the state of his health following his failed kidney transplant. On 30th of August, 2024, TG Omori took to the microblogging platform, X (formerly Twitter) to express his gratitude and provide insight into his ongoing recovery process. He wrote, “Up and grateful, o Lord. (Sadly, I can’t backflip.) Thank you all for the prayers and well wishes, I’m healing now from the stitches of the failed one, I’ll continue the fight, been on it for past year or two…
Former Big Brother Naija housemate Mercy Eke has opened up about her cosmetic procedures, including her Brazilian butt lift (BBL). Eke appeared as a guest on the latest episode of the Love is a Game show, where she disclosed her motivations behind her surgeries and cosmetic procedures, stating that her very BBL was spurred by pressure in 2018. The reality TV star, who has been open about her journey, said, “To be very truthful, it was the trend at the time. I think this was around 2018 and it was the trend, peer pressure and everyone was doing it. I…
Afrobeats sensation and YBNL signee Adedamola Oyinlola Adefolahan, popularly known as Fireboy has talked about his album and how he never saw Lagbaja’s face while working together. Fireboy’s fourth album ‘Adedamola’ features notable artists like Nigerian music legend Lagbaja, Grammy-nominated Afrobeat star Seun Kuti, Grammy winner Jon Baptiste, and Lojay. During an interview with Apple Music Africa Now, he talks about the experience of collaborating with Lagbaja and Seun Kuti. According to the ‘Peru’ hitmaker, he was unable to see Lagbaja’s face because he wore his iconic mask throughout the recording of ‘Back & Forth’. In his words, “That’s a…
Nollywood is currently reverberating as the world premiere of ‘American Japa’ comes up this Friday, at the upscale Filmhouse Cinema Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos. The much-talked about premiere, which begins at 5p.m, holds amid glitz, glamour and razzmatazz. According to Angel Ufuoma, the cerebral actress and co-producer of the star-studded movie: “’American Japa’ boasts of a stellar cast comprising some of the brightest minds in Nollywood. “They brought their wealth of experience as seasoned and trusted role interpreters to bear on this fast-paced and gripping movie that chronicles the lives of two desperate women and their unending hustle out of…
Singer and actress, Jennifer Lopez is said to be ‘very upset and disappointed’ by her estranged husband, Ben Affleck following an ongoing divorce. Lopez, 55, and Affleck, 52, are set to part ways after the latter shocked fans when she officially pulled the plug on her two-year marriage. She cited ‘irreconcilable differences’ as her reason for wanting to separate from the co-Hollywood star. She also listed 26th of April, 2024 as their date of separation. Affleck seems to have moved on as he’s now rumored to be ‘hanging out’ with RFK Jr.’s daughter Kick Kennedy, 36, in recent weeks. PEOPLE’s…
Jade Osebiru has announced the release of her comeback movie, Christmas in Lagos, which is set to debut on Prime Video this December. In an official statement on 28th of August, 2024, Osebiru revealed her return to filmmaking after a deliberate year-long, explaining that she had been preparing for this Christmas film. “If you’ve followed me for a while, you’ll know that when I’m quiet, it means I’m cooking and food is done. I have some exciting news we made the most beautiful, heartwarming, Christmas film ever and it’s coming to Prime Video this December,” she said. She also revealed…
Nigerian singer Solidstar has clapped back at those chastising him over his social media post about his fiancée. In an Instagram post made on 29th of August, 2024, angrily reacted to the backlash he received, saying, “Men celebrates and cherish good and beautiful women who go through the good and the bad with them Hookup girls Dey vex. Dirty used and abused Smelly Asses! Oorwe.” However, his reaction was met with more disapproval from some Instagram users, who reprimanded him in the comment section. An Instagram user wrote, “Oga calm down, oh, focus on full recovery and family. You no…
The Edo State government has decided to honour Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, as it names the proposed Edo Arena after the pop star. This was made known at the groundbreaking ceremony of the Edo Arena Wednesday. In a viral video, the ‘Calm Down’ singer was seen laying the foundation of the Arena , which will be named Rema Dome. Rema was flanked by Governor Godwin Obaseki alongside other government officials at the event. This was part of the activities marking the singer’s much-anticipated homecoming concert in his hometown of Benin. His arrival in Benin Tuesday was greeted with…