Nollywood actress Mary Njoku has expressed frustration over what she described as the disturbing frequency of tragedies and alleged wrongdoing in Nigeria, saying Nigerians appear to have become accustomed to them. The actress said the repeated incidents have reached a point where many people no longer expect those responsible to be held accountable. Prompt News reports Njoku highlighted concerns over the use of dyes in food preparation and the safety of products consumed by Nigerians, while also referring to comments involving the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control. She further raised concern over the deaths of more…
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Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has added another luxury vehicle to his collection after taking delivery of a one-off Bugatti Chiron VXX customised by Dubai-based luxury car company Venuum. The bespoke hypercar, reportedly valued at about N9bn, was unveiled in a video shared by Venuum on Instagram. In the footage, Burna Boy watched as two presenters removed a black protective cover to reveal the specially customised vehicle. The Chiron features a French Racing Blue finish on the front, while its signature horseshoe grille carries a prominent yellow number seven. A French tricolour racing stripe also runs through the centre of…
Afropop singer Yemi Alade is taking her music in new directions with her latest album, “It’s Yemi Alade,” exploring genres beyond the sounds that have largely defined her career. The singer said the project was created to challenge the expectations surrounding her music and give her room to experiment with different sounds. The album draws from styles including Kompa, disco, techno and rap while still maintaining links to the musical influences that shaped her. Alade said the creative concept behind the project was built around a simple idea: “something new, something old, something borrowed.” According to the singer, the “something…
Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has expressed gratitude to clergyman Pastor Bolaji Idowu for the support he gave her after she suffered a pregnancy loss. Abraham spoke about the experience on Saturday while hosting her praise and worship concert, ‘Bestie Jesu Concert 2026’, at the Red Carpet Hall in Maroko, Lekki, Lagos. During the event, the actress acknowledged Pastor Bolaji, who was present at the gathering, and recalled the financial assistance he provided when she lost her four-month pregnancy. READ ALSO: Prompt News reports Abraham revealed that she contacted the clergyman after the loss and received significant financial support from him.…
Nollywood crew member Queen Esther Udeh has responded after actress Destiny Etiko allegedly sent her a message threatening legal action over claims she made about their encounter on a movie set. Esther had previously shared her experience with Etiko on the Where Is The Lie podcast, where she alleged that the actress warned her against coming close while she was filming. According to the crew member, Etiko told her that she would take her phone, throw it away and slap her if she approached her. Prompt News reports Esther also said Etiko’s alleged treatment of her became so uncomfortable that…
Actor Hafiz Oyetoro, widely known as Saka, has shared how veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko initially opposed his casting as a lawyer in a movie. Oyetoro made the revelation while speaking with African A-List, recalling an experience from a film produced by Dele Odule and directed by Kosoko. He said Odule had selected him for the role, but Kosoko was unconvinced that he was the right person for the character after seeing him quietly seated on the set. “Mr Dele Odule wanted to make a film and he cast me in a role. Uncle Jide Kosoko was the director,” he…
Nollywood actress Aisha Lawal has opened up about her decision to shield her daughter, Zara, from public exposure after receiving criticism for covering the girl’s face at a recent birthday party. A video from Rakeem’s birthday celebration had shown Lawal arriving at the event with her daughter. As a woman recording the moment mentioned the child’s name and school, the actress quickly used the hat she was wearing to cover Zara’s face. The action generated reactions online, with some questioning why Lawal chose to conceal her daughter. However, speaking with Morayo Afolabi Brown, Lawal explained that she intentionally keeps her…
Producer-turned-singer Young Jonn has turned down rapper Blaqbonez’s attempt to team up with him after revisiting an old social media post in which the rapper appeared to favour producer DJ Coublon over him. The exchange began after Young Jonn shared a post expressing his desire to have a group of five close friends who would move together. Young Jonn wrote, “I need like 5 bad friends way we go dey move in bulk!” Prompt News reports Blaqbonez responded by showing interest in joining the proposed group and collaborating with the singer. “Oya, make we dey together, sing as one,” the…
Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has announced a three-night concert residency at the National Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos, this December. The singer made the announcement on his verified Instagram page on Friday, unveiling a new concert series titled “Oriadè: The Residency”, scheduled to hold from December 17 to 19. Sharing the news alongside videos of his performances and footage of Lagos and the National Theatre, Davido reflected on his 15-year journey in the music industry. “LAGOS!!! We bringing it HOME! 15 years of madness and there’s nowhere I’d rather be. “The world has shown us so…
American rapper Nicki Minaj has followed Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate Peter Obi on X after sharing his statement on the reported killings and abductions in Niger State. A check on the platform showed that Obi is the only 2027 presidential candidate followed by the rapper on X. Minaj’s decision to follow the former Anambra State governor came shortly after she reposted a statement he shared on Wednesday concerning the security situation in Niger State. In the statement, Obi condemned the reported killings and abductions, describing the development as a systematic devaluation of human life. He also called for intelligence-led…