Tag: #EntertainmentNews
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BAYELSA’S TAMUNOSOYE KARIBI-GEORGE CROWNED MISS WORLD NIGERIA 2026
Bayelsa State representative Tamunosoye Karibi-George has been crowned Miss World Nigeria 2026, after emerging winner at the grand finale held in Lagos. She competed against 20 finalists in a contest themed “Pride, Power, and Purpose,” featuring talent, interview, and evening wear rounds. With her win, she will represent Nigeria at the 73rd Miss World Festival…
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HEADIES 18TH EDITION DETAILS SET FOR JUNE 15, SPARK ONLINE REACTIONS
The organisers of the Headies Awards have announced June 15 for the release of details for its 18th edition, sparking reactions across social media. Fans and stakeholders have shared mixed expectations online, with many expressing curiosity about what the upcoming edition will look like and how it will be delivered. Some users praised the awards…
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NIGERIAN ACTOR LATEEF ADEDIMEJI RECEIVES AFRICA ILLUSTRATION AWARD
Nigerian actor and filmmaker Lateef Adedimeji has been honoured with the Africa Illustration Award for his contributions to the African entertainment industry. The award recognises his impact and consistency in film, with the actor describing the moment as a reflection of his journey from personal ambition to inspiring young people in the creative space. Adedimeji…
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CANAL+ ADDS CHIMAMANDA ADICHIE’S ‘AMERICANAH’ TO AFRICAN CONTENT DEVELOPMENT SLATE
One of Africa’s most celebrated novels could be heading to the screen once again. Canal+ has included “Americanah”, the acclaimed 2013 novel by Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, among its African story projects currently in development. The announcement was shared by African Film Press, noting that the project joins Canal+’s growing portfolio of African-focused productions.…
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KANO CENSORSHIP BOARD SUSPENDS TWO KANNYWOOD ACTORS OVER ALLEGED IMMORAL VIDEO
The Kano State Censorship Board has suspended two Kannywood actors from film production activities for one year over an alleged violation of censorship regulations. The affected actors have been identified as Amina Uba-Hassan and Adam Garba, according to a statement from the board’s spokesperson. The board said the suspension followed the release of a video…
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AGN REVALIDATES MEMBERSHIP, URGES ACTORS TO JOIN HEALTH INSURANCE SCHEME
The FCT chapter of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has carried out a membership verification and revalidation exercise as part of efforts to update and sanitise its membership database. The exercise, which took place at the guild’s national secretariat in Abuja, required physical attendance from actors across the Federal Capital Territory. According to AGN…
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CLAIMS SPARK ONLINE REACTIONS OVER ILEBAYE–FATHER INCIDENT
Social media users have reacted strongly after reports emerged alleging an assault involving Big Brother Naija All Stars winner, Ilebaye Odiniya, and her father, Emmanuel Odiniya. The situation gained attention after Ilebaye appeared distressed during an Instagram live session, where she cried out for help. The video later circulated widely online, prompting concern from many…
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CELEBRITY FIGHT SCARE: DOCTOR URGES PORTABLE TO GET BRAIN SCAN AFTER BRUTAL BOUT
A Canada-based Nigerian doctor, Arinze Onwumelu, has urged singer Portable to undergo an urgent brain scan following his intense boxing clash with skit maker Carter Efe. The celebrity fight, held in Lagos over the weekend, saw Portable take heavy blows to the head before losing—sparking widespread reactions online. Reacting in a viral video, the doctor…
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FANS CELEBRATE HELEN PAUL AT 43, FLOOD SOCIAL MEDIA WITH LOVE
Abuja, May 1, 2026 — Fans and colleagues of Nigerian comedian and actress Helen Paul have taken to social media to celebrate her as she marks her 43rd birthday. The entertainer shared a heartfelt post thanking God for life, praying for wisdom, good health, peace, and progress in her new year. Almost immediately, her comment…
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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…
