YouTube Freed Nollywood from Marketers’ Grip — Kanayo O. Kanayo
Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has said the emergence of YouTube played a major role in liberating Nigeria’s film industry from years of control and pressure imposed by powerful movie marketers. Speaking during an appearance on The Honest Bunch podcast, the respected actor recalled a difficult era in Nollywood
Bukola Adeeyo Goes Viral After Video Shows Her Running Amala Joint
A video of popular Nollywood actress Bukola Adeeyo personally manning an amala spot has gone viral on social media, drawing widespread reactions from fans and netizens across Nigeria. In the trending clip, the acclaimed Yoruba actress was seen behind the counter of what is believed to be her own amala
Mercy Okocha Says Men Fear Her Famous Father
Mercy Okocha, daughter of popular Nigerian actor and comedian Charles Okocha, has revealed that her father’s larger-than-life personality has made dating and potential marriage difficult for her, as many men admit they are intimidated by him. Speaking in a video shared on social media, Mercy explained that while she often
Tinubu Mourns Kano Business Leader, Political Ally Bature Abdulaziz
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of renowned businessman and political ally, Alhaji Bature Abdulaziz, describing his passing as a significant loss to Kano State and the nation at large. The President said Abdulaziz’s influence on commerce and public life extended far beyond Kano, touching many
Musa : US Airstrikes Left No Recoverable Terrorist Remains
Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (Rtd), has clarified why no physical remains were recovered from terrorists neutralised during recent United States airstrikes in Nigeria, attributing it to the advanced nature of the weapons used. Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme on Thursday, Musa explained that the strikes employed
Atiku’s Son Joins APC in Major Political Move
The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has described Abubakar Atiku Abubakar’s decision to join the ruling party as a “generational statement,” framing it as a strong endorsement of APC governance and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. In a statement issued by the party’s spokesman,
Alleged Daughter Seeks DNA Test From Davido
The spotlight has once again shifted from the music charts to the personal life of Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido. In a move that has sent shockwaves through social media, a young girl named Anu has publicly come forward, claiming to be the singer’s biological daughter and
BUA Chairman Rabiu Pledges $500,000 Bonus to Super Eagles
Chairman of Nigeria’s BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has announced that he will proceed with a previously pledged $500,000 cash reward for the Super Eagles, despite the team’s elimination from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Nigeria crashed out of the tournament on Wednesday night after losing 4–2 on
Morocco Target Iwobi to Shut Down Nigeria
Morocco head coach Walid Regragui has disclosed that his team’s tactical focus on limiting Alex Iwobi’s influence was key to their semi-final victory over Nigeria on Wednesday. Speaking after the encounter, which ended in a penalty shootout win for Morocco, Regragui said his side deliberately targeted Iwobi to prevent him
El-Kanemi Warriors Snap Up Joseph Timi
El-Kanemi Warriors have completed the signing of midfielder Joseph Timi to strengthen their squad ahead of the second stanza of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The Borno-based club confirmed that Timi joined from Nigeria National League (NNL) outfit Crown FC, with the deal running until the end of