Victoria Orenze is widely regarded as a worship leader, singer, and minister of God whose songs are deeply spiritual and often described as “prophetic” and revival-driven. As she turns a year older, here are some interesting facts about her. 1. She was born in Benin City, Edo State Victoria Orenze was born on March 23, 1984, in Jos, where she...
Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history at the 98th Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, as the first woman to win the Academy Award for Best Cinematography. The 46-year-old was recognized for her work on Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners.” Her victory also made her the first woman of colour to claim the prize in the category, which has existed for...
The National Film and Video Censors Board, NFVCB, has honoured renowned filmmaker and actress Funke Akindele with four awards for her box-office achievements. Akindele won the Box Office Champion Award (2020) for her blockbuster “Omo Ghetto.” The box office queen was also presented with the Audience Choice Award (2024/2025) for the film ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa,’ Box Office Champion (2024/2025) for ‘Everybody...
Oscar and Emmy-winning actress Viola Davis again reminded us of the power of her voice at the 2026 NAACP Image Awards held on Saturday, Feb 28. Taking to the stage after receiving the Chairman’s Award, Davis delivered a powerful speech on growth and resilience while also reflecting on her early childhood, from poverty to global success. ALSO READ: Viola Davis...
Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson has announced the release of her first book titled ‘YOU-berty,’ written for children aged 10 to 13. The book serves as a guide on puberty and personal development. Announcing it via her Instagram page on Thursday, Feb 26, she said, “I recently wrote a book on puberty for children ages 10–13—a heartfelt project designed to guide young...
Omoni Oboli is an award-winning actress, movie producer, and entrepreneur whose quest for excellence sets her apart from her peers. The beautiful mother of three boys is not only an inspiration to younger ladies but also to older women who yearn to know the secret behind her success. So, here are a few things every woman can learn from the...
Lupita Nyong’o has opened up about her silent battle with uterine fibroids. The 42-year-old actress revealed this on Wednesday, Feb 25, during an appearance on the Today Show, sharing that her fibroids had returned and that the biggest one was the size of an orange. Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous tumors that grow in or on the uterus, and while they are...
Award-winning singer Tiwa Savage has announced the launch of the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, an initiative dedicated to empowering creatives in Nigeria. The 46-year-old singer announced on her social media platform on Wednesday, February 25, “After years of building globally… It’s time to build at home.” Introducing the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation. A new initiative dedicated to empowering emerging African...
Nigerian-British actress Wunmi Mosaku won the “Best Supporting Actress” award for her role as Annie in the horror drama Sinners at the 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) held on February 22, 2026. She has cemented her place in history as one of the most celebrated Nigerian-born actresses in British television, as the first Black British winner of the supporting...
With the movement against rapists, some female Nigerian celebrities have, over the years, boldly come out to share their stories as rape victims as a reminder that there’s always light at the end of the tunnel. Here are some Nigerian female celebrities who have experienced rape. 1. Foluke Daramola Actress Foluke Daramola is one celebrity who has been vocal about...