Nollywood actress Mary Njoku has sparked a heated debate by questioning the relevance of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in Nigeria’s higher education system. Taking to her Instagram story, the actress wondered why candidates must take the JAMB examination to gain admission into universities when they have already completed the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). Her comments have […]

Former federal lawmaker, Senator Dino Melaye, has launched a scathing attack on veteran Nigerian musician and TV presenter, Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy. This fierce exchange began after Charly Boy took a swipe at Melaye, criticizing his frequent displays of wealth on social media. Known for his flamboyant lifestyle, Dino Melaye, who represented Kogi West during the […]

Chris Brown, the 36-year-old American musician, has been arrested in the United Kingdom. The R&B star was taken into custody by the Metropolitan Police in Manchester during the early hours of Thursday, May 15. Authorities have confirmed that Brown’s arrest is connected to an alleged incident of grievous bodily harm that occurred at a venue in Hanover Square on February […]

A tragic incident has rocked the social media world as 23-year-old Mexican influencer Valeria Marquez was fatally shot while live streaming on TikTok. According to the Jalisco state prosecutor’s office, Marquez was inside her beauty salon in Guadalajara when a man entered and “apparently fired a gun at her.” The shocking event, which unfolded in real-time on social media, has […]

Controversial actress Nkechi Blessing has officially confirmed her breakup with her younger boyfriend, Xxssive, putting an end to swirling rumors that had taken over social media. The actress took to her Instagram story on Thursday to clear the air, boldly announcing her single status and putting speculation to rest. Through a series of heartfelt posts, Nkechi expressed her readiness to […]

The Nigerian police have re-arraigned social media critic Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), on fresh charges of cyberbullying, this time involving Nollywood actresses Tonto Dikeh and Iyabo Ojo. The police have accused VDM of using his social media platforms to harass and defame the actresses, along with other notable figures, including renowned producer and singer Samuel Oguachuba, also […]

Award-winning novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has been announced as the headliner of the 2025 Things Fall Apart Festival, a week-long celebration dedicated to the enduring legacy of Chinua Achebe. The festival, which will take place from June 29 to July 5, 2025, at the Centre for Memories in Enugu, promises a profound exploration of African storytelling and cultural heritage. Organisers […]

Afrobeats superstar Davido has recently revealed that his hit song ‘With You,’ featuring Omah Lay, drew inspiration from veteran Nigerian highlife legend Bright Chimezie. In a heartfelt interaction shared on social media, Davido FaceTimed with the music icon, expressing his admiration and gratitude. “The latest hit I just did with Omah Lay, I used inspiration from your song, ‘Because of […]

Nollywood actor and politician Desmond Elliot has expressed his gratitude to former Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole for introducing him to the world of politics and facilitating his first meeting with President Bola Tinubu. In a revealing interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Elliot shared how a single encounter set the course for his political journey. “One day, Oshiomhole took […]

Grammy-winning Nigerian superstar Ayodeji Balogun, famously known as Wizkid, has once again etched his name in history, becoming the first African artist to surpass an estimated 20 billion global audio on-demand streams. This monumental achievement was confirmed by Chart Masters, an international music monitoring platform that tracks the streaming performance of artists worldwide. “Wizkid has set an incredible standard, not […]