Tania Omotayo can add ‘author’ to her ever growing and impressive resume, with the release of her first children’s book, ‘Sarai’s Culture Day’. The fashion entrepreneur, influencer and mother of one revealed her new feat via her Instagram page on Thursday, November 10. The book which will be available worldwide later this month, started out … Read more
Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo took to his Instagram page to share the exciting moment he met with renowned author and writer Chimamanda Adichie. Naija News reports that the lawyer cum actor attended the NBA’s 62nd Annual General Conference in Lagos alongside Chimamanda. In the video, Kanayo could not contain his emotions as the … Read more
When Harvey Karp walks through airports, he often finds himself being high-fived by men he doesn’t know. The pediatrician is something of a rock star to generations of American parents — his bestselling book “The Happiest Baby on the Block,” now celebrating its 20th anniversary of publication, has become a must-have item for millions of parents … Read more
‘Percy Jackson’ author Rick Riordan is slamming folks who are outraged that a Black actress is playing a character described in the books as white … calling the backlash racist. Leah Jeffries was recently cast for the role of Annabeth Chase in the upcoming Disney+ series “Percy Jackson & the Olympians” … with some fans … Read more
Actress Lala Akindoju has tackled Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu over his meeting with out-of-school girls on Thursday. Mr Sanwo-Olu stopped his convoy for a brief talk with the girls who were on an errand for a bean cake vendor during school hours, at about 11.00 a.m. Reacting to the viral video in a Twitter … Read more
Veteran actress Joke Silva on Friday shared a throwback photo with her husband Olu Jacob. The photo was first uploaded by talent manager Prince Koko on Instagram. Joke reposted the picture on her Instagram page and thanked Koko for digging up the picture. She wrote: “Thank you for this throwback pic on flashback Friday. Thanks, … Read more
Senator Ben Murray-Bruce on Friday paid tributes to his late mother Margaret, posting an old video on social media of himself dancing with her. In the video, singer Daddy Showkey asks the former Bayelsa East senator to come on stage with his mother during a live performance. Murray-Bruce obliges and is told to dance with … Read more
Afrobeat star Femi Kuti will be performing at the 2022 AfroFest set to hold in Toronto Canada. Femi announced this in an Instagram post on Thursday. The 59-year-old will be performing alongside Tabou Combo (Haiti), Nyboma and Dally Kimoko (Dr Congo), Jan Prayzan (Zimbabwe), Daphne (Cameroon), Black Stars (Ghana), Stelle (Jamaica), Bennie Gunter ( Uganda) … Read more
Fast-rising artiste Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable has revealed that Grammy Award winner Wizkid’s hit song ‘Ojuelegba’ inspired his music career. The ‘Zazoo Zeh’ singer made this known on Twitter on Thursday. “Wizkid’s Ojuelegba inspired me to start doing music,” he tweeted. Portable performed alongside dancer Poco Lee at the Livespot X Festival headlined … Read more
Singer Innocent Idibia aka 2face has consoled his colleague Faze over the death of his mum Faith Oji. In an Instagram story on Thursday, 2face shared the funeral poster of the deceased calling for prayers for the singer over the loss. He wrote: “Please join me to felicitate in prayers for my brother Faze, Idogwu … Read more
Actor Kunle Afod has mourned veteran actor Tafa Oloyede who died on Tuesday, February 1. In an Instagram post on Wednesday, Kunle stated that he was devastated and shocked over the death of the veteran. He said: “When I heard about your death I was shocked and devastated… for close to 3 hours I was … Read more
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum and his predecessor Kashim Shettima have been scheduled to attend the public presentation of the biography of the immediate past chief registrar of the Supreme Court, Hadizatu Mustapha. Titled Hadizatu U. Mustapha: From Head Girl to Supreme Court, the presentation will take place on Saturday, February 5 at the International … Read more
Nana Atiku, the daughter of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has gifted actor Zubby Michael a plot of land in Abuja to mark his birthday. Zubby recently shared the goodnews on Instagram. He said: “Best cake day gift ever. Nana Atiku just gifted me a plot of land in Abuja as cake day gift. I … Read more
Actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde on Wednesday shared adorable videos and photos of her family. The 43-year-old made a compilation of past and current pictures, videos and uploaded it on Instagram with the caption: “Unconditional. Aquarius season.” February 7 is a day of celebration for the actress and her family as she and her daughter Meraiah share … Read more
Rapper Naetochukwu Chikwe aka Naeto C on Tuesday penned down a lovely message to his wife Nicole to celebrate her 34th birthday. The 39-year–old uploaded a photo of Nicole on Instagram describing her as an “incredible wife’. He wrote: “Happy Birthday My Incredible Wife @nicolechikwe A Legendary Beauty, An Amazing Mum And an Exceptionally Wonderful friend! May … Read more
Former Big Brother Naija housemate Maria Chike on Saturday revealed that she was engaged and working two jobs at age 17. The reality star made this known on Twitter, during a question and answer session. The 29-year-old ex-air hostess also revealed that she was living alone and attending university at 17 years old. Replying to … Read more
jaruma Self-acclaimed sex therapist Hauwa Mohammed aka Jaruma has donated food items to the inmates of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Suleja center. In an Instagram post on Friday, the businesswoman uploaded a video of people dropping cartons of noodles, rice and other food items in front of the prison. Jaruma also promised to make monthly … Read more
Actress Funke Akindele on Thursday celebrated her stepson actor Benito Bello. The mother of twins wrote a goodwill message to Benito on Instagram. Sharing a scene from his movie, she wrote: “My son is a #superstar.Happy birthday Benito. I love you, darling. You will always make us proud in Jesus name. @jjcskillz like father like son.” Funke’s husband … Read more
Senator Teslim Folarin, who represents Oyo Central at the Senate, has lost his wife Angela Folarin. Angela, 47, died on Friday in the United Kingdom, a statement by Folarin’s media adviser YSO Olaniyi said. “The wife of Oyo Central Senator was confirmed dead on Friday afternoon. She breathed her last in UK. The deceased was … Read more
Actress Mercy Aigbe has said that her desire in 2022 is to make money in billions. The 44-year-old said this in an Instagram post on Friday. She shared a video displaying bundles of money sprayed on her during her birthday party. “Me ::: Hello Money, not just Naira oh, Pounds, Euros, Dollars find your way … Read more
Senator Abiodun Olujimi (Ekiti South) has withdrawn from the primary election of the Peoples Democratic Paty (PDP) in the state ahead of the governorship election on June 18. Seen by many as a frontliner in the race, Olujimi said she was pulling out due to alleged gender bias and unfair resolution of matters arising from … Read more
Sammie Okposo Nigerians on social media are debating the sincerity of Sammie Okposo’s apology to his wife Ozioma after confessing he cheated on her. The singer had earlier apologised for his actions, begging his wife and fans to forgive him. He also announced suspension from all ministry work. Nigerians took to Twitter to react to … Read more
Lagos State Government has indefinitely suspended activities of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) at Eyin Eyo, Church Street and Idumota Bridge over last Thursday’s violence. One person died in the clash between rival factions in the union, according to the police. Oluwatoyin Fayinka, special adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on transportation, announced … Read more
Former Secretary to the Lagos State Government Princess Adenrele Adeniran-Ogunsanya has died after a brief illness. Qed.ng learnt that Adeniran-Ogunsanya, who served as SSG under former Governor Babatunde Fashola, died on Tuesday. She was reportedly in a comma for a few days at the Lagos State University (LASUTH) before her death. The Ikorodu-born grassroots politician … Read more
Singer Yemi Alade has replied to a critic who advised her to collaborate with other female artiste especially Tiwa Savage. A Twitter user who goes by the name Daniel Regha told the singer to focus more on collaborating with her female colleagues, adding that the music industry is male-dominated and female artistes need to promote … Read more
Oba of Benin Photos of the Oba of Benin Oba Ewuare II and his youngest wife, Queen Aisosa, with their quadruplets, have surfaced on social media. The quadruplets — three boys and a girl — were born to the king in August 2021. It is the first time Oba Ewuare will be letting the general … Read more
Tinubu Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Bola Tinubu on Saturday paid a visit to the chairman, Senate Committee on Services Senator Sani Musa who is also a contender for the office of the APC national chairman. Tinubu visited Musa in his Maitama, Abuja residence and assured the Niger East senator that he would … Read more
Emir of Daura Umar Farouk Umar will on February 5 decorate the minister of transportation Rotimi Amaechi with the title of Dan Amanar Daura (trusted son of Daura). The ceremony will be held at the emir’s palace in Daura, Kastina State, hometown of President Muhammadu Buhari. Amaechi will be given the traditional title in recognition … Read more
Hadiza Usman Managing director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Hadiza Usman, who is currently suspended, met President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday in Zaria, Kaduna. It is the first time the duo would be meeting in public since Buhari ordered her suspension in May 2021 as part of moves to “allow an independent audit of … Read more
Hanifa Abubakar Nigerians have taken to Twitter to call for justice for the late Hanifa Abubakar who was abducted last November in Kano and found dead recently. Hanifa’s abductors had taken her captive after a tricycle driver offered her a ride. Her body was found buried in a private school, Noble Kids Academy, at Kwanar … Read more