Tag: #EntertainmentNews
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AYRA STARR TO HEADLINE NFL LONDON GAME HALFTIME SHOW
Nigerian Afrobeats star Oyinkansola Sarah, popularly known as Ayra Starr, is set to headline the American Express halftime show at the NFL London Game on Oct. 11 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The singer will perform during the clash between the Philadelphia Eagles and Jacksonville Jaguars as part of the NFL’s 2026 International Games. The NFL…
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CELINE DION, BEYONCÉ, TAYLOR SWIFT PAY TRIBUTE TO DOLLY PARTON
Global music stars Celine Dion, Beyoncé and Taylor Swift have joined millions of fans in mourning legendary country music singer, songwriter and actress Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80. Parton’s family announced her death on Tuesday, prompting tributes from leading figures in music and entertainment. Dion described the late singer as a…
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THE HEADIES UNVEILS NOMINEES FOR 18TH EDITION IN TORONTO
The Headies has unveiled nominees for its 18th edition, with the prestigious African music awards scheduled to hold on October 25 in Toronto, Canada. The organisers said the 2026 edition features 213 nominations across 35 categories, recognising artistes and music projects released between August 1, 2024 and April 30, 2026. Fola leads the nominations with…
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DOLLY PARTON, LEGENDARY COUNTRY MUSIC STAR, DIES AT 80
Legendary American country music singer, songwriter and actress Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family announced on Tuesday. She died peacefully in Nashville, with no cause of death immediately disclosed. Parton, whose career spanned nearly six decades, sold more than 100 million records worldwide and wrote an estimated 3,000 songs. Her…
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TINUBU MOURNS VETERAN ACTOR OGOGO, HAILS HIS CULTURAL LEGACY
President Bola Tinubu has condoled with the family, colleagues and admirers of veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, describing his death as a major loss to Nigeria’s creative industry. In a condolence message issued by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu said Ogogo’s decades-long career made significant contributions to Yoruba-language theatre…
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FANS CELEBRATE FUNKE AKINDELE AS NOLLYWOOD STAR TURNS 49
Fans, colleagues and well-wishers have celebrated veteran Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele as she marks her 49th birthday. Akindele, popularly known as Jenifa, shared a birthday message on her verified Instagram page, expressing gratitude to God for His blessings, guidance and protection throughout her career. She also prayed for good health, long life and…
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AKAY MASON’S ‘FIVE FIGURINES’ SET FOR NOVEMBER 13 CINEMA PREMIERE
Nigerian filmmaker Akay Mason’s latest movie, Five Figurines, will premiere in cinemas nationwide on November 13, 2026. The mystery film, directed and co-produced by Mason and produced by Becca Ashang, is being distributed by Cinemax. The distributor announced the release date on its social media platform. Five Figurines features a star-studded cast including Ini Edo,…
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PRAIZ THRILLS LAGOS MUSIC LOVERS AT ‘RnB ROOM’ SHOW
Nigerian R&B singer Praise Adejo, popularly known as Praiz, thrilled music lovers with a live performance at his ‘RnB Room’ show in Lagos on Sunday night. The monthly event, held at Live Lounge, Victoria Island, brought together R&B enthusiasts and featured performances by Fome, Beekay, MichStraaw, Faidvine and Highbreed. Praiz captivated the audience with his…
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VETERAN NOLLYWOOD ACTOR TAIWO ‘OGOGO’ HASSAN DIES AT 66
Veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66. His family announced his death on Sunday, August 23, 2026, in a statement shared on social media, saying the actor passed away while submitting to the will of Almighty Allah. The family disclosed that Hassan had been…
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OBI CUBANA GIFTS PASTOR JERRY EZE HOUSE FOR 44TH BIRTHDAY
Businessman Obinna Iyiegbu, popularly known as Obi Cubana, has announced a house as a birthday gift for Pastor Jerry Eze, founder of Streams of Joy International and convener of New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD). Iyiegbu made the announcement on Saturday while celebrating Eze’s 44th birthday, describing the cleric as one of his “most…
