Author: Ayobami Owolabi

Nollywood actress Adunni Ade has revealed that some of her Christian fans unfollowed her after she publicly disclosed that she is a Muslim. The actress made the disclosure during an interview with media personality Chude Jidenowo, where she spoke about her decision to openly discuss her faith despite what she described as the challenges associated with being a Muslim in Nollywood. According to Ade, she had initially kept her religious identity private because she believed openly identifying as a Muslim could affect how she was perceived within the Nigerian film industry. She alleged that being publicly Muslim in Nollywood is…

Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, widely known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. Jacobs passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, with his family confirming his death in a statement shared on social media. His son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced the development in an Instagram post, describing the late actor as a cherished husband, father, grandfather and uncle. The family said Jacobs, whom they referred to as “The Lion of Lufodo,” lived a life for which they remained grateful to God. “It is with gratitude to God for a life well lived and…

Veteran Yoruba actor Lere Paimo has disputed Pete Edochie’s account of when he began acting, claiming that his own career started four years before that of the veteran star of Things Fall Apart. Paimo, 86, said he entered the acting profession in 1958, while Edochie recently stated that his acting career began in 1962, when he was 15 years old. The debate over seniority among Nigeria’s veteran actors resurfaced after Edochie challenged colleagues who claimed they started acting before him to come forward and substantiate their assertions. Speaking during an interview with actor Kunle Afod, shared on YouTube on Monday,…

Nigerian music stars recorded an impressive outing at the 2026 African Muzik Magazine Awards, with Davido, Tems, Phyno and other entertainers emerging winners in several categories. The awards ceremony was held on September 12, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, with the official results page updated on Tuesday. The event honoured artistes and entertainers from Africa and the diaspora across 41 categories, with Nigerian stars accounting for a significant number of the awards. Davido won Album of the Year for 5ive, while Tems was named Best Female West Africa and Ruger won Best Male West Africa. Prompt News reports Phyno took home…

Hollywood filmmaker and actor Tyler Perry has ruled out marriage, saying the financial and legal consequences associated with divorce have influenced his decision to remain single. The 57-year-old filmmaker, who has never been married, made the revelation during a recent appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show. Perry, who has an 11-year-old son, Aman, with Gelila Bekele, stressed that his decision was not because he does not believe in love. Instead, he said he wants to protect the wealth and achievements he has built over the years. According to the actor, witnessing people close to him lose their fortunes after divorcing…

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has revealed that she has “left the streets”, a phrase often used to describe someone who is no longer actively searching for romantic relationships or has settled down. Tems made the disclosure during a TikTok livestream on Monday, although she did not provide details about what prompted the decision. The singer suggested that her choice was influenced by her frustration with men who waste her time, saying she no longer wants to deal with such experiences. “I don’t like it when guys waste my time. But for me, never again. I…

Nigerian actor Olayemi Jimoh, popularly known as Yemkem, has recounted how he developed frightening health symptoms after portraying a stroke patient in a movie, saying he feared he could become paralysed. The Yoruba actor shared his experience during a recent interview on Agbaletu TV, where he recalled falling ill after returning from a movie set in Itoko, Abeokuta, Ogun State, about two years ago. According to Yemkem, he began experiencing unusual symptoms shortly after completing work on the film, including shaking legs, changes in his speech and movement around his mouth. “What I am talking about is from about two…

Nigerian singer Ahmedu Augustine Obiabo, popularly known as Blackface, has recounted how he brought 2Baba and Faze together to form the now-defunct music group Plantashun Boiz. Blackface shared the story during an appearance on the Fresh Off The Boat podcast, reflecting on the formation of the group and the vision that guided them at the beginning of their careers. Plantashun Boiz, comprising Blackface, 2Baba and Faze, emerged around 2000 and became one of Nigeria’s notable music groups before splitting in 2004 after 2Baba left to pursue a solo career under Kennis Music. Blackface said he had already developed a clear…

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham has announced veteran actor Pete Edochie as one of the major cast members of her forthcoming movie, Bestie. Abraham made the announcement on Monday through her social media page as she began revealing the star-studded cast lined up for the film. Edochie, one of Nollywood’s most respected veteran actors, will portray a character named Papa Ngozi in the movie. Sharing the cast reveal, Abraham expressed her excitement over having the legendary actor join the production. “Pa Pete Edochie as Papa Ngozi in BESTIE! A legend, GOAT, is in the building! BESTIE in cinemas from…

Nigerian content creator and streamer Peller has denied claims that he fathered a child with a woman outside his relationship. The denial followed a video in which a young woman allegedly claimed that she was pregnant with Peller’s child and accused the streamer of asking her to terminate the pregnancy. Prompt News reports Peller responded to the allegation on social media, where he appeared to dismiss the claim while issuing a warning to the woman involved. He wrote, “Una see that lady wey talk say she is pregnant for me and that babalawo if I don touch Una own then…