Author: Ayobami Owolabi

Veteran Nigerian singer Salawa Abeni has reflected on the difficulties she experienced after entering the music industry as a child, recalling the physical toll that performing alongside older musicians took on her. The 65-year-old singer made the revelation during an interview with Channels Television aired on Sunday, where she spoke about some of the obstacles she encountered at the beginning of her career. Abeni said she was so young and short when she started performing that organisers would place a stool for her to stand on so she could reach the microphone. She explained that despite performing with older musicians,…

Content creator Elizabeth Amadu, better known as Jarvis, has opened up about the difficult circumstances surrounding her childhood, her family background, financial struggles and how her TikTok career eventually brought her together with her partner, Peller. Jarvis said she spent much of her childhood living with her grandparents after being raised in what she described as a turbulent family environment. She disclosed that her mother lives with bipolar disorder, which she said contributed to the difficulties she experienced while growing up. “I was already exhausted. Grandpa was sick, and I came into a family through a mother who has bipolar…

Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba will be laid to rest in Iperu Remo, Ogun State, on Thursday, September 10, 2026. The burial arrangements were announced by her family in an obituary shared on the actress’ Instagram page on Monday. According to the funeral programme, Osoba’s remains will depart from the Ogun State University Teaching Hospital (OSUTH), Sagamu, at 9am before the burial service at Akesan Club, opposite Iperu Morning Market, Iperu Remo. The service is scheduled to take place between 10am and 11am. The family stated in the obituary, “Body leaves OSUTH Sagamu by 9am. Burial service Thursday 10th of September,…

Nigerian content creator and streamer Peller has opened up about the financial support he received from his wife, Jarvis, during the early stages of their careers as TikTok creators. Speaking during a conversation with Pastor Tobi, Peller recalled a period when he struggled to make money from his content while Jarvis was already receiving substantial gifts from viewers. He said Jarvis was creating content from her village at the time and was getting significantly more financial support from TikTok viewers than he was. According to Peller, Jarvis would sometimes set aside part of her earnings and give it to him…

Nollywood veteran Pete Edochie has sparked fresh debate after sharing his views on financial responsibilities and leadership within marriage. The actor expressed his position during an appearance on Bae U Barbie’s Curiosity Made Me Ask podcast, where he warned men against becoming financially dependent on their wives. Prompt News reports Edochie said men should strive to remain responsible for providing for their families and avoid situations where their wives have to take over the financial responsibility of the household. He also criticised the practice of men kneeling while proposing marriage, arguing that the gesture represents more than a romantic proposal.…

Nollywood actress Ruth Kadiri has reacted to false reports claiming that she had passed away, confirming that she is alive, safe and was not involved in any accident. Kadiri addressed the reports in a video posted on social media, where she appealed to her followers to help flag and report the pages responsible for circulating the claim. “I AM ALIVE!!! Please help me report. Please, I’m begging you, help me report it,” she said. The actress, who has two children, expressed sadness over the lengths some social media users go to in order to cause pain to others by spreading…

Nollywood actress Biola Fowosere has opened up about the difficult experience she faced as an entrepreneur, revealing that robbers attacked her businesses seven times within two years. The actress said the repeated incidents occurred despite her efforts to relocate her businesses and strengthen security around her shops. Fowosere shared the experience while reflecting on her journey in business, explaining that she initially started by selling hair extensions and providing hairdressing services before venturing into other areas. “I first started doing business. I was selling hair. At first, I would go to people’s houses to do their hair, while some came…

Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has declared that he does not see himself as being on the same level as other actors in the Nigerian film industry. Edochie made the remarks during an appearance on comedian Isbae U’s online programme, Curiosity Made Me Ask, in a recently released episode. The actor was asked to name his favourite actor during the interview but declined, explaining that he considered himself to be above his colleagues. “I don’t have a favourite actor because I am bigger than all of them,” Edochie said. Prompt News reports Edochie also responded to claims from some people…

Veteran Nollywood actor Yinka Quadri is celebrating his birthday in a unique way, choosing prayer, charity and thanksgiving over a conventional birthday party. The actor, who turned a year older today, announced his plans in a social media post, where he expressed gratitude to Allah for the gift of life and for allowing him to reach another milestone. Prompt News reports Quadri said he would begin his birthday at home with prayers before heading to a charity home to share love and give back to people in need. He also invited those who wish to celebrate with him to visit…

Nollywood actress Sikiratu Sindodo has spoken about her past relationship with NURTW boss, MC Oluomo, explaining why she had no reservations about making their romance public at the time. Speaking in an interview with Oyinmomo, the Yoruba actress said she saw no reason to conceal the relationship, noting that people would eventually become aware of it. “Normal, if you’re married to someone, people will eventually know. Back then, I didn’t care and I didn’t see any reason to hide it”. Sindodo, however, declined to discuss the circumstances that led to the end of the relationship, describing it as a complicated…