Entertainment

Actor Antar Laniyan has shared the extraordinary story behind his name, revealing that he remained in his mother’s womb for 18 months, leading to an unusual method to induce labour. In an interview on ‘Behind The Fame’, Laniyan disclosed that his mother was advised to eat a lizard-like creature called...

Boluwatife Balogun, popularly known as Champz, the 14-year-old son of music icon Wizkid, has made history as the youngest Nigerian artist to surpass one million monthly listeners on Spotify. The young rapper’s achievement comes on the heels of his debut EP, “Champion’s Arrival,” which dropped recently and has been making waves...

A Renowned Nigerian-American interdisciplinary artist and filmmaker, Awam Amkpe,  emerged  the best Director in the film ‘ The Man Died’,  while  veteran actor Sam Dede won the Best supporting Actor in the same  film  at the grande finale of the 15th edition of the 2025 Zuma International Film Festival (ZUFF)....

Actress Stella Damasus has made a promise to keep her late husband Jaiye Aboderin’s legacy alive after receiving a posthumous award on his behalf at the AMAN awards. In an Instagram post, Damasus shared a video of herself and their daughters accepting the award, expressing gratitude for the recognition. She...

Actress Bisola Badmus is marking her birthday by reflecting on her battle with a brain tumor diagnosed in 2022. In an Instagram post, she expressed gratitude to God for intervention and mercy, saying she’s now hale and hearty. Bisola described the experience as one she wouldn’t wish on her enemy,...

Controversial singer Portable has claimed to have provided more assistance to individuals in the music industry than prominent artists Olamide, Don Jazzy, Wizkid, and Davido. The Zazu crooner emphasised that his philanthropic efforts extend beyond the music sector, targeting the less privileged and ordinary people. According to Portable, many Nigerian...

Actress Wumi Toriola has explained her recent apology to her senior colleague Afeez Owo, stating it’s because she’s a true ambassador of culture. Wumi had publicly criticised Afeez in September after he described her film roles as similar to her real-life character, saying she tolerates no nonsense and reacts when pushed....

Hannatu Musawa, the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, has expressed the Federal Government’s readiness to partner with Livespot360 on the forthcoming ‘Detty December Fest’ in Lagos. Organisers of the event, Livespot360, a culture- building creative company, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos. It...

Renowned Afrobeats artist Davido has commented on his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke’s, resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), posting “Jeje…” on his X page. Governor Adeleke, who represented Osun West as Senator and currently serves as the governor of the state, announced his resignation in a letter dated November...

Award-winning actor Femi Adebayo has defended his colleague, Odunlade Adekola, urging critics to approach his latest film ‘Warlord’ with respect and an open mind. Adebayo’s response was prompted by a social media user who slammed the movie, citing its production shortcomings. The user wrote, “Na you go be producer, main...