Controversial street-pop singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has revealed the meaning behind his unusual Instagram name, ‘Elizabeth Joyce’. During an interview with content creator Egungun of Lagos, Portable revealed that the name is deeply connected to his past struggles before he rose to fame in the music industry. While he didn’t disclose all the details, the Zaazu crooner hinted that the name carries significant personal meaning, likely tied to his journey and experiences before achieving success. Fans have since reacted to the revelation, with many expressing curiosity about the full story behind the name. Prompt News gathered that…
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Nigerian singer Akinmayokun Awodumila, popularly known as May D, has stirred up a lot of reactions online with his latest message to fans who compare him to singer Ayo Balogun, professionally known as Wizkid. May D, famous for his hit song “Ile Ijo,” took to Twitter to boast about his impact on the Nigerian music scene. He cautioned fans and critics not to make comparisons with anyone in the music industry, particularly Wizkid. “Don’t ever compare me to anyone in this industry again !! Especially wiz!! I’m a different breed!!! GOD’s baby,” May D wrote. In the midst of the…
Wunmi Aloba, the widow of the late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has shared the challenges she has encountered following her husband’s untimely death. Despite ongoing court proceedings, trials, and police inquiries, the details surrounding Mohbad’s demise remain unclear, and his body has yet to be laid to rest. In a recent interview, Wunmi expressed her feelings regarding her husband’s death, stating that she cannot forgive the nurse who administered an injection to him. Wunmi mentioned that the nurse is scheduled to face an inquest on 14th of March, 2025, and has displayed no signs of remorse.…
Amid the sex-for-Lambo scandal, veteran actor and media personality Patrick Doyle has taken a strong stance against socialite Sophia Egbueje, criticising what he called her “shameful means of livelihood.” Taking to Facebook on 3rd of March, 2025, the veteran slammed Egbueje for flaunting her recently bought Lamborghini worth ₦600 million, and an extravagant wristwatch, with the combined value estimated to be between ₦650 and ₦750 million. “She boasted about the value of her wristwatch and flaunted a 600 million Naira car. “The combined value of both items is in the range of 650 to 750 million Naira. Some half-wits were…
A Nigerian lady, Yetunde Omobolanle, has responded to the ongoing rumors surrounding Regina Daniels‘ marriage, characterizing the situation as amusing. The speculation regarding potential issues in the actress’s marriage arose following reports that her billionaire spouse, Ned Nwoko, had purportedly fathered a child with another actress—an accusation that was subsequently disproven. Nevertheless, the rumors gained traction when Nwoko was spotted in public with his Moroccan wife, Laila. Additionally, social media users observed that Regina Daniels had removed her husband’s name from her Instagram biography and deleted several photographs of them together upon her return to the platform. In a post…
The husband of Dolly Parton, Carl Dean, died Monday aged 82, the country music superstar said, after nearly 60 years of marriage kept out of the spotlight despite the singer’s chart-topping fame. “Carl and I spent many wonderful years together. Words can’t do justice to the love we shared for over 60 years,” Parton wrote in a post on X. The singer-songwriter and actor met Dean in 1964 outside the Wishy Washy Laundromat in Nashville, Tennessee on the day she moved to the country music capital. She was 18 and he was 21. “I was surprised and delighted that while…
A Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has granted Jude Okoye, the elder brother and former manager of the defunct music group P-Square, bail in the sum of N100 million ahead of his trial for alleged fraud. Prompt News reports that Okoye was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on charges of laundering N1.38 billion, $1 million, and £34,537.59. He pleaded not guilty and was initially remanded in the Ikoyi Correctional Facility by Justice Alexander Owoeye. His counsel, Inibehe Effiong, had requested that he be kept in EFCC custody instead, but the prosecution counsel, Larry Peters Aso,…
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Mercy Aigbe has called on parents to place their children’s welfare above personal disputes, as she reflects on a fan’s difficulties with his child’s mother. The mother of two conveyed a poignant message she received from a man who shared his challenges with co-parenting. The man, who found a strong connection with her recent film Ada Omo Daddy, disclosed that he had invested over ₦20 million in support of his baby mama and child within a span of five months, yet faced a significant lack of accountability in return. Exasperated by the circumstances, he confessed to…
Nollywood actress Morenike Alausah Sulaimon, popularly known as Mama Ereko has shared her experiences regarding her late husband’s infidelity. She revealed that he would often bring his girlfriends home to spend the night while she was present. In a revealing interview featured on the official YouTube channel of Talk2dunnis TV, Mama Ereko discussed the emotional turmoil and degradation she faced during her marriage. “Sometimes my husband would send me on an errand because his girlfriend wanted to pay him a visit in our house,” she recounted. “My husband brings home his girlfriend, and they do have sex while I was…
As the desire to japa (leave Nigeria for greener pastures) grows, many Nigerians are seeking new opportunities abroad, but the thought of relocation costs can be overwhelming. While some countries have strict visa and residency requirements, there are still a few places around the world where Nigerians can relocate to without paying a cent or with minimal costs. These opportunities are available through government programs, scholarships, or agreements that help ease the financial burden of moving abroad. So, if you’re considering a move and want to make the most of the opportunities available, we’re here to guide you to countries…