Category: Entertainment
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TEAM NIGERIA SMASHES RECORD, EYES WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS SPOT
Abuja, May 2, 2026 — Nigeria’s mixed 4×100m relay team has delivered a standout performance at the World Relay Championships in Botswana, boosting hopes of qualifying for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing. The quartet of Favor Ashe, Jennifer Chukwuka-Obi, Chidera Ezeakor, and Maria Thompson clocked an impressive 40.24 seconds—setting a new African record—while…
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ASAKE DROPS 4TH ALBUM “M$NEY”, GOES INDEPENDENT WITH NEW SOUND ERA
Afrobeats star Asake is back—this time on his own terms, and fans are already calling it another big moment in his rise. Abuja, May 1, 2026 — Nigerian music star Asake has released his fourth studio album titled “M$NEY”, a 13-track project now streaming across major platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, Audiomack, and YouTube. The…
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NOLLYWOOD STARS LAATEEF ADEDIMEJI, MO BIMPE WELCOME TRIPLETS
After years of online pressure and rumours, Lateef Adedimeji and Mo Bimpe are celebrating a “triple blessing” that has taken Nollywood by storm. Lagos, May 1, 2026 — Nollywood couple Lateef Adedimeji and Adebimpe Oyebade (Mo Bimpe) have welcomed triplet boys, sharing the joyful news with fans on social media. In an emotional post, Adedimeji…
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ABAKALIKI FC GO BACK-TO-BACK, EDGE CYNOSURE TO LIFT EBONYI FA CUP
Abakaliki FC have retained their Ebonyi FA Cup title after a hard-fought 1-0 win over Cynosure FC in the 2026 final. The decisive moment came from winger Jude Aleke, whose long-range free-kick sealed the victory at the Pa Ngele Oruta Stadium. Coach Starplus Anista hailed the team’s effort, saying the focus now is to go…
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“HIS LEGACY LIVES ON” — TRIBUTES POUR IN FOR LATE STRIKER MICHAEL ENERAMO
Tributes are pouring in for former Super Eagles forward Michael Eneramo, who reportedly collapsed and died during a friendly match in Kaduna. According to the Nigeria Football Federation, the striker suffered cardiac arrest shortly after the second half resumed, having played the entire first half before the tragic incident. Former Sokoto United Technical Adviser, Mansur…
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DWAYNE JOHNSON’S ‘FIGHTING WITH MY FAMILY’ HEADS TO THE STAGE AS NEW MUSICAL ADAPTATION
From wrestling rings to cinema screens—and now theatre stages, a fan-favourite story is getting a new creative twist. Dwayne Johnson’s 2019 comedy-drama Fighting With My Family is officially being adapted into a stage musical, expanding the life of the film beyond Hollywood. The original movie, which told the inspiring real-life story of WWE star Paige…
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MICHAEL JACKSON BIOPIC ‘MICHAEL’ FACES HEAVY BACKLASH OVER “WHITEWASHING” CLAIMS
Even before release, Hollywood’s latest Michael Jackson film is already in a heated cultural storm. The upcoming biopic Michael, featuring Jaafar Jackson in the role of his late uncle Michael Jackson, has sparked controversy across Hollywood and social media. Critics are raising concerns over how the story of the King of Pop will be told,…
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BLESSED AND BRUISED ONLINE: CELEBRITY APOLOGIES, CYBERBULLYING DEBATE AND SOCIAL MEDIA DRAMA HEATS UP
From apologies to accusations—social media drama is dominating Nigeria’s entertainment space. Influencer Blessing CEO has publicly apologised following a health-related controversy, while reality star Tacha sparked conversation after saying online abuse can feel worse than racism. Elsewhere, the entertainment industry continues to boom as Nigerian MCs report rising demand, with increasingly elaborate events driving growth…
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WIZKID, BURNA BOY, REMA LEAD 2026 AMA NOMINATIONS AS AFROBEATS SHINES GLOBALLY
Afrobeats is having a global moment again—this time with major American Music Awards recognition and fresh debate over its roots. Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Rema have all been nominated for Best Afrobeats Artist at the 2026 American Music Awards. But the spotlight isn’t just on awards. Burna Boy’s mother, Bose Ogulu, has stepped in to…
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FILMMAKER URGES SHIFT TO DEEPER, ETHICAL STORYTELLING IN NIGERIA
Beyond drama and headlines, a Nigerian filmmaker says the real stories are the ones we don’t fully tell. Nigerian filmmaker Busola Komolafe has called for a move toward ethical, psychology-driven storytelling, urging creatives to prioritise depth and responsibility over sensationalism. Speaking in Lagos, Komolafe said filmmakers play a powerful role in shaping how society understands…
