Portable Seeks Tinubu’s Intervention in Ogun Legal Battle

Lagos, Nigeria  —  Nigerian street-hop artist Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has publicly appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for intervention in his ongoing legal troubles in Ogun State. The controversial singer made his plea in a widely circulated video, where he described himself as a “federal government liability” while seeking presidential assistance. Expressing…

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Nigerian comedian zicsaloma undergoes Rhinoplasty surgery.

Nigeria _ Nigerian comedian and skit maker, Isaac Aloma, popularly known as Zicsaloma, has sparked mixed reactions on social media after sharing his new look following a rhinoplasty surgery in Turkey. The comedian posted a video documenting his recovery process, urging critics to reserve judgment until the final result is visible. Zicsaloma expressed satisfaction with…

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India Love Shuts Down Relationship Speculation with Asake

Lagos, Nigeria  —  American model India Love has dismissed rumors of a romantic relationship with Nigerian singer Asake, clarifying that their widely circulated images were purely work-related. Speculation about their alleged romance erupted after photos of them together went viral, leading to heated discussions across social media platforms. Many fans assumed they were secretly dating,…

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Mercy Chinwo’s Ex-Manager For Arraignment Over Alleged Fraud

Lagos, Nigeria — A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos, presided over by Justice Alexander Owoeye, has scheduled February 14, 2025, for the arraignment of Ezekiel Thankgod, the former manager of gospel singer Mercy Chinwo, on allegations of $345,000 fraud.  The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) accused Ezekiel of diverting royalties from Chinwo’s digital…

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Funke Akindele Responds to Criticism Over Wearing Ring on ‘Marriage Finger’ Post-Divorce

Lagos, Nigeria  —  Renowned Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele has addressed a comment from a social media user who criticized her for wearing a ring on her “marriage finger” despite being divorced. The comment, posted by a user identified as @OriretanHonour on X, suggested that Akindele’s choice to wear the ring could discourage potential…

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Portable Criticizes Davido for “Fake Life” and Bad Advice  

Lagos, Nigeria —  Controversial street artist Portable has accused Afrobeat superstar Davido of offering misleading advice and living a “fake life,” stirring fresh controversy in the Nigerian music scene. In a recent video, Portable claimed that during a meeting in Atlanta, Davido advised him against signing a deal with Sony Music, instead recommending Empire Records,…

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Wizkid tops Africa’s Spotify earning with $1 million revenue

NIGERIA – Nigerian superstar Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has emerged as Africa’s highest-earning artiste on Spotify, cementing his position as one of the continent’s most influential musicians. According to music statistics platform Chart Masters, Wizkid rakes in an impressive $1 million monthly from Spotify, placing him at the top of Africa’s earners on…

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‘Prison not a nice place,’ Bobrisky begs Burna Boy to pardon Speed Darlington

Nigeria–Controversial crossdresser Okuneye Idris, well known as Bobrisky, has appealed to Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy to forgive fellow entertainer Darlington Okoye, also known as Speed Darlington, and to facilitate his release from prison. In a series of posts on his Instagram story on Sunday, Bobrisky expressed concern about Speed Darlington’s welfare, pleading with Burna Boy…

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Nollywood’s Highest-Grossing Writers of 2024: Funke Akindele and Stephen Oluboyo Reign Supreme

Nigeria_  Renowned Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele, along with rising star Stephen Oluboyo, have emerged as the highest-grossing writers of 2024, showcasing their exceptional storytelling prowess Akindele’s recent works, including “Everybody Loves Jenifa,” have achieved remarkable box office success, solidifying her position as a leading figure in Nollywood. Oluboyo’s innovative approach to storytelling has…

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Olamide Becomes First African Rapper to reach 1 Billion Streams on Spotify

Lagos, Nigeria —  Nigerian rap icon, Olamide Gbenga Adedeji, widely known as Olamide, has made history by becoming the first African rapper to amass over 1 billion career streams on Spotify. This groundbreaking achievement reflects Olamide’s unique ability to blend Afrobeats with his rap style, alongside a series of successful collaborations. In addition to this…

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Shina Peller clears air on relationship with TikTok star, Peller

Nigeria – A former federal lawmaker, Shina Peller, has dismissed rumours that he’s related to popular TikToker, Peller.   The entertainment mogul said even though the Professor Peller dynasty is big, the young Peller isn’t one of them. https://poftv.com/index.php/2025/01/07/how-troops-neutralised-80-bandits-in-katsina/ Speaking in a recent interview with Channels TV, Shina Peller said, “I have heard about the…

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‘People are struggling with hunger, poverty’ – US content creator laments after visiting Nigeria

An American content creator, Woah Vicky has shared her observations after her recent visit to Lagos State, Nigeria. While acknowledging Lagos’ bustling nightlife, she stated that many people in Nigeria are struggling with hunger and poverty. In a post on her X handle, she further called for tangible support for Nigeria to address poverty. “I…

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Funke Akindele’s ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ hits N1bn ticket sales in 19 days

Funke Akindele’s latest blockbuster, Everybody Loves Jenifa has taken the West African box office by storm, grossing over ₦1 billion in just 19 days. The blockbuster, which has recorded an impressive 201,604 ticket admissions, now commands 40% of December’s box office revenue, with total earnings standing at ₦1,034,091,220. This milestone cements its place as the…

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