Author: Ayobami Owolabi

British actor David Jonsson has officially been announced as the new Black Panther, joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe six years after the death of Chadwick Boseman, who famously originated the role. Marvel Studios made the announcement during its Hall H presentation at Comic-Con in San Diego on Saturday, where it also confirmed that Black Panther 3 is scheduled to hit cinemas on December 15, 2028. Jonsson, 32, will portray Prince T’Challa II, also known as Toussaint, the son of King T’Challa and Nakia, the character played by Lupita Nyong’o. Toussaint first appeared as a young boy in the closing moments…

Content creator Emmanuel Obruste, popularly known as GehGeh, has stirred reactions on social media after sharing videos from what appeared to be a traditional wedding ceremony, leaving many Nigerians questioning whether the event was genuine. On Saturday, GehGeh posted clips on his X account showing himself alongside a woman dressed in matching burgundy traditional outfits. The online personality wore a flowing agbada complemented by black bead necklaces. An invitation card featured in the video listed the couple’s names as Mary and Prosper and indicated that the ceremony was scheduled for July 26 at 11 a.m. Captioning one of the posts,…

Nollywood actor Kunle Afod has publicly celebrated his estranged wife, Desola, on her birthday, despite ongoing reports that the couple have separated. The actor took to Instagram on Sunday to share photos of Desola while expressing gratitude to God for her life and offering heartfelt prayers for her future. In his birthday message, Kunle described her as a remarkable woman, a devoted mother and a blessing to those around her. “Happy birthday @desolaafod Today, I thank God for the gift of your life.You have been an amazing woman, a loving mother, and a blessing to everyone around you. On this…

Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has reignited her long-running feud with colleague Iyabo Ojo after making fresh remarks about the actress’s attendance at Soso Soberekon’s wedding. The exchange followed the wedding ceremony of music executive Soso Soberekon, who married his partner on Saturday, July 25, with several celebrities turning out to celebrate the occasion. Among those spotted at the event were Iyabo Ojo and her daughter, Priscilla. Reacting to videos and photos from the ceremony, Lizzy Anjorin took aim at Iyabo, claiming she attended the event with her daughter because of financial difficulties. According to Lizzy, it was unusual for celebrities…

Media executive Soso Soberekon has shared a heartfelt message after exchanging vows with his bride, Princess Ebiere, in a lavish wedding ceremony held in Warri, Delta State. The star-studded event, which took place on Saturday, attracted several celebrities from the entertainment industry, including Iyabo Ojo and her daughter Priscilla, E-Money and his wife, KCee, Teni, Mercy Eke, Ini Edo, IK Ogbonna, 2Baba, Zlatan and his wife, Peller, among others. Following the celebration, Soberekon took to his Instagram page to express gratitude, saying the years he spent waiting for the right partner had been worthwhile. According to him, everything happened at…

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has accused a Ghanaian television station of broadcasting her latest film, The Memory of You Part 2, without her consent less than 24 hours after it premiered on YouTube. In a video posted on her Instagram page on Saturday, the actress alleged that North East TV in Ghana aired the movie without authorisation, saying the action undermines the efforts of filmmakers who invest heavily in producing movies. Expressing her disappointment, Ojo said she was shocked to learn that the film had already been shown on television shortly after its online release. “I found out that there’s…

The management of Nollywood veteran Ngozi Nwosu has announced that the actress is making progress in her treatment and is scheduled to undergo the first of her three surgeries next week. The update comes days after the actress appealed to Nigerians for financial assistance, revealing that she was battling a serious but undisclosed illness that requires three life-saving surgeries estimated at ₦30 million. In a statement posted on her official Instagram page, the actress’ management expressed gratitude to fans, colleagues and well-wishers for the overwhelming support received since the appeal was made public. Prompt News reports the statement noted that…

Nollywood actress Tayo Sobola, popularly known as Sotayo Gaga, has opened up about her decision to keep a low public profile, saying she values her peace of mind and enjoys living a private life. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, the actress explained that her reduced presence in the entertainment scene did not mean she had stepped away from work. Instead, she used the period to focus on personal growth, motherhood and expanding her business ventures. “Those periods I was off the scene were for personal reflection and growing my brand. By the time I was ready to return…

Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has unveiled plans for an exclusive live performance of his forthcoming album, Oriade, in London. The singer announced on Friday via his X account that the one-night event will take place on August 11 at the O2 Forum Kentish Town, giving fans the opportunity to hear the project performed live before its official rollout to a wider audience. “London! Join me on Aug. 11 at the O2 Forum Kentish Town for a very special show. “This will be the first and only chance to hear Oriade performed live, so if you want…

Nollywood actress Bukky Wright has weighed in on the debate surrounding women being labelled as gold diggers, insisting that men should only pursue relationships they can comfortably sustain. During a recent interview, the screen veteran said financial responsibility remains an important part of a man’s role in a relationship, adding that women should never feel pressured to lower their expectations because of criticism. She maintained that a man should take pride in caring for the woman he loves and advised those who are not financially ready to either date within their means or postpone relationships until they are better prepared.…