Author: Ayobami Owolabi

Nigerian disc jockey and entertainer Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has revealed that she is considering stepping away from social media again and embracing a quieter lifestyle in the countryside. Cuppy shared the thought on X on Tuesday alongside a photograph of herself gazing into the distance. The entertainer joked about leaving the online world behind, moving away from the city and getting three goats. “Just still thinking about deleting social media, moving to the countryside and buying 3 goats. Nothing major,” the billionaire heiress stated. Cuppy, the daughter of billionaire businessman Femi Otedola, remains active across social…

Nollywood film critic and radio broadcaster Tolu Fagbure has recounted an experience he had with actress Mo Bimpe during a 2018 movie project, describing her conduct at the time as unprofessional. Fagbure shared the experience while reflecting on his journey in the Nigerian film industry and interactions with practitioners over the years. According to him, someone recommended Bimpe for a movie he was working on, prompting him to contact the actress and send her the script. He said Bimpe did not respond to the script for about three days before eventually explaining that she was on a film location. “When…

American music icon Lionel Richie has been hospitalised again after being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition that causes an irregular heartbeat. The health development has forced Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire to cancel three upcoming dates on their joint ‘Sing a Song All Night Long’ tour. The affected performances were scheduled to take place in San Francisco on September 26, Chicago on September 30 and Columbus, Ohio, on October 2. Richie has since undergone an AFib ablation, a minimally invasive medical procedure used to treat abnormal heart rhythms. His representative confirmed that the procedure was successful and…

Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has criticised Omega Fire Ministries founder, Apostle Johnson Suleman, over his reported claim about 24-hour electricity supply in Abia State. In a series of social media posts, Ogala questioned Suleman’s role as a pastor and alleged that she knows details about him that could shock the public. She also claimed to know what transpired during an incident involving the cleric at Protea Hotel in Lagos, including the room numbers, while warning that she could expose more information about him. Prompt News reports Ogala further challenged Suleman over his reported statement that there is 24-hour electricity in…

Sophia Momodu, Davido’s first baby mama, has spoken about the difficulties and stigma she experienced after having a child out of wedlock with the music star. She shared her experience while speaking at Columbia University ahead of the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week. Prompt News reports Momodu revealed that becoming pregnant by a globally recognised musician was particularly challenging because she is the daughter of a pastor. “I am a pastor’s daughter who got pregnant out of wedlock by a global superstar. And I was mocked. It was crázy. And I had to find my strength in the midst…

Nollywood actress Bimbo Akintola has explained that online bullying over political preferences influenced her decision to publicly declare support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election. Akintola made this known in an interview with Chude, where she expressed concern over the way Nigerians attack others because of their political choices. The actress said the backlash faced by veteran actress Joke Silva over her support for Tinubu also contributed to her decision to openly identify with the then All Progressives Congress presidential candidate. “I supported President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the last election because Nigerians annoyed me with…

Nollywood actor and skit maker Akinyoola Ayoola, popularly known as Kamo State, has addressed speculation surrounding Funke Akindele’s absence from the premiere of his debut cinema film, Star Lomo. The filmmaker and entrepreneur said Akindele could not attend the Lagos premiere on Sunday because she was outside Nigeria, insisting that there was no disagreement between them. Akindele’s absence had generated reactions on social media, with some users questioning whether the actress and her protégé were still on good terms after their close association over the years. Reacting to the speculation in a statement shared on X on Monday, Kamo said…

Nigerian influencer and entrepreneur Waris Olayinka Akinwande, popularly known as Ola of Lagos, has revealed why he continues to live in rented apartments despite owning several properties. The luxury influencer made the revelation while featuring on a recent episode of the KK Show, where he explained that he deliberately avoids living in houses purchased with his own money. According to Ola, staying in a rented apartment keeps him motivated and prevents him from becoming complacent about his career and business. He said he believes living in a house he owns could make him “too relaxed”, adding that the financial pressure…

Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has rejected reports that she denied making social media posts criticising her colleague, Judy Austin, insisting that she stands by her previous remarks. The controversy comes amid a legal battle involving Austin, her former husband, Emmanuel Obasi, and Rita. In August, Austin filed a defamation suit against Obasi and Rita, seeking N1 billion in damages from the actress over alleged defamatory statements. She is also demanding N50 million as legal costs. Amid the ongoing case, reports emerged claiming that Austin’s lawyer had told the court that Rita denied making some of the social media posts attributed…

Nollywood actress Seyi Edun has celebrated receiving a new Lexus from her husband, actor Adeniyi Johnson. The actress took to social media to share videos showing off the new car, describing the gift as one of the blessings she was grateful for. Prompt News reports Edun expressed appreciation to Johnson for the gesture and prayed for God’s continued favour and protection over him. READ ALSO: Sharing the videos, she wrote, “In all we give thanks.Sibe sibe Oluwadarasiwa.Grace, mercy, new keys, new chapters; God has been too faithful.@adeniyijohnson, you no go fall, babami; may God perfect all that concerns you. Thanks…