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Olivia Hussey, celebrated for her portrayal of Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, has died at the age of 73. Her family announced her passing on Friday, describing her as a person whose warmth, wisdom, and kindness left an indelible mark on those who knew her. Hussey’s performance in the Oscar-winning…
Olivia Hussey, the iconic actress who captivated audiences as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, died on Friday at the age of 73. [ez-toc] Her family confirmed the news in a heartfelt statement on Instagram, calling her a “remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of…
MultiChoice has announced that all DStv customers will enjoy free access to all channels on the platform from December 27 to 29, irrespective of their subscription status. This was disclosed in a statement released on Thursday by MultiChoice Nigeria. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the holiday offer is open…
Nigerian music star Asake has stirred rumors of a potential fallout with his record label, YBNL, after making notable changes to his Instagram profile. Fans noticed that the singer removed all references to YBNL from his bio and unfollowed everyone on the platform, prompting widespread speculation about his relationship with the label led…
South African singer Tyla Laura Seethal, known simply as Tyla, is thoroughly enjoying her time in Nigeria this festive season. From attending events and mingling with celebrities to granting interviews, the Grammy Award-winning artist has made it clear that her visit serves a special purpose. Tyla arrived in Nigeria just before…
The Headquarters 9 Brigade of the Nigerian Army organized a vibrant end-of-year funfair for children and families within the Ikeja Cantonment, Lagos, spreading joy during the festive season. The event, themed “Ikeja Cantonment End-of-Year Funfair,” aimed to strengthen community bonds among military personnel and their families. With over 2,500 children in attendance, the celebration offered…
Popular Nollywood Actor Muyiwa Ademola has congratulated his colleagues, Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham, on their recent successes at the Nigerian box office. Funke Akindele’s latest film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, has grossed over 500 million Naira, securing her the fourth position on the box office rankings. On his social media, Ademola expressed his pride and…
The much-anticipated third season of The Real Housewives of Lagos is set to premiere on January 12, 2025, with fresh episodes showcasing the glitz, glamour, and vibrancy of Lagos life. Dr. Busola Tejumola, Executive Head of Content and Channels, West Africa, MultiChoice, announced the date in a statement on Monday. Fans can also catch up…
The highly anticipated Lagos Shopping Festival, a 72-hour shopping spectacle, is set to kick off tomorrow, Monday, December 23, at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos. This three-day festival, running from December 23 to 25, is organized by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture in collaboration with Chain Reaction Ltd….
Doris Ogah, a lawyer and model from the south-south region, has been crowned Miss Nigeria 2024. She emerged victorious in the 45th Miss Nigeria pageant, triumphing over four other finalists, namely Ann Eneanya, Bukunmi Ogunsanya, Diane Paul, and Divine Nelson. The event saw the unveiling of 20 semi-finalists earlier in the week. Shatu Garko, the…
Here are the top 5 best Nigerian celebrity pictures on Instagram for this week, Sunday, December 15, to Saturday, December 21, 2024. Over the weekend, Nollywood welcomed Toyin Abraham’s movie, “Alakada: Bad and Boujee” with a star-studded premiere. The dress code “Pastel Paradise” set the bright tone for the night. Nigeria celebrities to…
Renowned Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo, has shared a candid piece of advice for women, urging them to carefully evaluate their priorities when selecting a partner. The veteran actor, celebrated for his iconic roles in Nollywood films, took to Instagram to offer his perspective on the complexities of modern relationships. In his post,…
The Dutch authorities on Wednesday fined video streaming platform Netflix, 4.75 million euros ($4.98 million) for breaching subscribers’ data. “Between 2018 and 2020, Netflix did not provide customers with enough information about what the company does with their personal data. And the information that Netflix did provide was unclear in some areas,” said…
Nollywood actor Daniel Etim Effiong’s wife, Toyosi Effiong, has shared her perspective on trust in their marriage, revealing that she does not have complete trust in her husband despite their years together. In the latest episode of her podcast, The Toyosi Podcast, where the actor himself was a guest, Daniel posed a thought-provoking…
Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage said that there’s a divine reason for the delay in her career breakthrough. In a recent episode of The Receipts podcast, the 44-year-old music star strongly expressed her belief that God delayed her success for a purpose. According to her, God delayed her success to encourage other women who are less…
Nollywood Actress Nancy Isime unveiled her new home amidst her 33rd birthday celebration. In a heartfelt message shared on her Instagram page on Tuesday, the actress reflected on her journey, recalling how she once lived in an uncompleted building with her father and now proudly owns a house. Sharing the photos and videos of her…
President Bola Tinubu has approved free train services across the country from December 20, 2024, to January 5, 2025, to ease transportation costs during the Christmas and New Year celebrations. The announcement was made by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during a press briefing in Abuja. Idris highlighted that the initiative…
America singer Chloe Bailey has sparked conversations on social media after being spotted with Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy in Lagos. Bailey, who arrived in Nigeria on December 15, was seen hanging out with Burna Boy in videos that have since gone viral. One particular clip, showing the Last Last crooner with his arm…
Award-winning actress and Box Office Queen, Funke Akindele, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone with her latest movie release, “Everybody Loves Jennifer”, becoming Nollywood’s biggest debut. This comes after her sold-out release at a United Kingdom (UK) premiere, which the actress proudly shared on Instagram. Taking to her Instagram page on Monday, Funke Akindele…
Renowned Nigerian singer Deborah Enenche and her husband, Sam Hawthorn, have announced the arrival of their first child, a baby boy. The news was shared on Instagram by the Enenche family, accompanied by a heartwarming video documenting Deborah’s journey to motherhood. The family expressed their gratitude to God for the new addition, saying, “We return…
Nigerian singer, Terry Apala, has credited his colleague, Wizkid, for the progress of his career. Speaking in a recent interview, Apala said Wizkid changed his career by giving him a verse on the remix of his song ‘Apala Disco.’ He said Wizkid’s appearance on the song saved him millions of naira he…
Africa’s love for gospel music reached new heights, with the genre claiming the ninth spot on the list for the most streamed genres in Sub-Saharan Africa. Spotify Wrapped is an annual campaign that provides a personalised summary of a user’s listening habits on the music streaming platform Spotify. In a report sent to…
A retired California highway patrolman has stumbled into possession of a trove of unreleased Michael Jackson songs — which the world may never have a chance to hear. Gregg Musgrove, now a stay-at-home dad, procured the tapes after an associate purchased a storage unit in the city of Van Nuys that contained the…
Popular TikTok Influencer, Peller has finally announced his engagement to his rumoured lover, Jarvis. Taking to his Instagram page, Peller shared a video of his proposal to Jarvis, capturing her reaction to the special moment. In the video, the duo could be seen at a luxurious restaurant, where Jarvis appears shocked and hesitant…
Online streaming platform, Spotify, has unveiled the top five most streamed podcasts in Nigeria, Kenya, and South, for 2024. Ncebakazi Manzi, Spotify’s Sub-Saharan Africa Podcast Manager, in a statement on Thursday, said that “Apostle Femi Lazarus” remained the most streamed podcast in Nigeria. Manzi said others were: “Motivation Daily by Motiversity”, Success…
Renowned Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele has issued a warning against pirating her upcoming movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa. The filmmaker issued the warning in a video posted on her Instagram page on Wednesday. The 47-year-old actress urged her fans not to record her movie while watching it in cinemas, stressing that…
Selena Gomez, the American singer and actress, recently took to her Instagram page to announce her engagement to producer Benny Blanco. The announcement featured a photo of a large diamond ring, with a caption that said, “Forever begins now.” Blanco playfully commented on the post, claiming Gomez as his wife. Additionally, Gomez’s close friend, Taylor…
Hip-hop icons Jay-Z and Sean “Diddy” Combs have been accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl in a lawsuit filed over an alleged incident dating back to September 2000. The lawsuit claims the assault took place during an after-party following the MTV Video Music Awards. According to the updated complaint, Jay-Z, whose real name is…
The Maverick singer, Charles Oputa, aka Charly Boy, has shared details about his extramarital affairs. Speaking in a recent interview with Arise TV, Charly Boy admitted to having multiple “side chicks” despite being married to his wife, Diane for over 30 years. He, however, included that the “side chicks” are more or less entertainers and…
The recent rumour of Netflix’s potential exit from the Nigerian market has sparked concern among Nollywood producers. Although Netflix promptly refuted the claim, reaffirming its commitment to investing in Nigerian stories, producers are speaking out about their experiences and challenges working with the streaming giant. In his reaction, Lancelot Imasuen, prominent director and…
Nigerian skitmaker, Maryam Apaokagi, popularly known as Taaooma, has shared the joyous news of the birth of her first child, a baby girl. In a heartfelt post on her verified Instagram page on Thursday, the content creator revealed that her daughter, Amani Korede Makeda Greene, was born on 7 November 2024. Taaooma accompanied…
