Author: Ayobami Owolabi

Nigerian singer, filmmaker and entrepreneur Bankole Wellington, popularly known as Banky W, has celebrated one year since becoming a pastor, reflecting on how his career and spiritual journey have taken unexpected turns. The entertainer shared the milestone in a lengthy social media post, recalling how he once joked that the letter “P” in his name, P.Banks, stood for Professor rather than Pastor. He said he believed God had answered that joke by giving him both roles. Banky W also reflected on his unsuccessful attempt to win an election in 2023, describing the experience as emotionally painful and a turning point…

Nigerian actor Sunkanmi Omobolanle has acquired British citizenship, sharing the milestone with his fans and followers on social media. The UK-based actor announced the development in an Instagram post, where he uploaded a video showing himself and his wife celebrating the achievement. Expressing gratitude for the journey, Omobolanle credited God for seeing him through and acknowledged his wife, whom he praised for standing by him. He wrote, “Grateful for the journey so far “It’s all been God and you wifey @glitzadore “Baba yin ti di #britiko o” The announcement attracted congratulatory messages from several of his colleagues in the entertainment…

Former Actors Guild of Nigeria President Emeka Rollas has apologised to actress Regina Daniels, her mother, Rita Daniels, Senator Ned Nwoko and several colleagues over comments he made during the actress’ marital crisis in 2025. Rollas issued the apology in a statement shared on his Instagram page on Thursday, acknowledging that although he believed his intentions were right at the time, he now considers the way he handled the situation inappropriate. The former AGN president had spoken publicly in November 2025 about the reported crisis between Regina Daniels and Nwoko, saying the actress needed help. He also criticised some veteran…

Former Big Brother Naija housemate Tacha Akide has disclosed that she is currently in a relationship but prefers to keep her partner away from the public until he puts a ring on her finger. The reality TV star made this known while speaking on the Morayo Afolabi show, where she explained her decision to keep details of her romantic life private. According to Tacha, relationships can change unexpectedly, and she does not want to publicly introduce someone as her partner only to announce a breakup later. She said, “I would say that he’s somebody I like, but who knows? I…

Nigerian streamer Peller and content creator Jarvis have announced that they are expecting their first child, barely two months after getting married. The couple shared the news on Thursday through their respective Instagram accounts, putting an end to earlier speculation about Jarvis’ pregnancy. Jarvis accompanied the announcement with a maternity photograph and reflected on how their relationship had progressed from being a couple to becoming husband and wife and now expecting a child. She wrote: “From two people who once had no idea where this journey would take us… to husband and wife, and now soon to be parents. “We’ve…

Veteran Nigerian rapper Olusegun Osaniyi, better known as Lord of Ajasa, has officially become a citizen of the United States, drawing congratulatory messages from colleagues, music producers and fans. The pioneer of mainstream Yoruba rap shared photographs and video clips documenting the milestone on his Instagram page, #lordofajasa, on Wednesday. In one of the posts, the rapper was seen holding his American citizenship certificate. Another photograph showed him posing with his wife beside the American flag as they marked the occasion. The development has renewed interest in Lord of Ajasa’s contribution to the growth of indigenous rap in Nigeria, particularly…

Nollywood actress Habibat Jinad has opened up about the physical and emotional difficulties she experienced during her skin-bleaching journey, saying she has now learnt to embrace her natural complexion. The actress shared photographs and video clips documenting different stages of her experience as she reflected on her decision to stop bleaching her skin. Prompt News reports Jinad said her decision was not motivated by the desire to attract attention or receive sympathy. Rather, she explained that she wanted her experience to encourage people struggling to break habits they no longer feel comfortable with. “The pains behind my bleaching journey.I don’t…

Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has spoken about her past struggle with addiction while calling on the public to reject drug abuse and support people battling substance dependence. The actress made the disclosure in a lengthy social media post, where she reflected on what she described as a difficult period in her life and explained that drugs could not erase the pain she was experiencing. Dikeh encouraged those struggling with addiction to seek help, while also appealing to members of the public to show compassion instead of judging or stigmatising them. She wrote, “SAY NO TO DRUGS. I’ve been down this…

Nollywood actress Damilola Adegbite has advised single women to be deliberate when choosing a life partner, stressing that being wanted by someone should not be the only reason to accept a relationship or marriage proposal. Adegbite shared the advice in a recent episode of her podcast, which was posted on her YouTube channel. The actress noted that some women accept men who are ready for marriage simply because those men have chosen them, without first considering whether they are compatible or whether the relationship meets their needs. She encouraged women to focus on finding partners with whom they can build…

Nigerian singer Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has shared her views on relationships, saying she would end a serious relationship if she developed stronger feelings for another person. The singer gave the advice while responding to a woman facing a dilemma over her relationship on the Ask Ayra Starr show. Ayra Starr said that if she found herself attracted to someone else while already in a serious relationship, she would choose to end her existing relationship rather than maintain two relationships at the same time. According to the singer, taking a break from relationships could also help…