Nigerian singer Oyinkansola Sarah, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has become the first African artist to headline a National Football League (NFL) International Games halftime show. The Afrobeats star performed during halftime of the NFL game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on Sunday, Oct. 11. The Afrobeats star took center stage...
Nigerian model Rachel Ojuromi has emerged as one of the most talked-about rising stars in fashion, marking an incredible milestone in her career after making her runway debut for Chanel during Paris Fashion Week. The 22-year-old Lagos-born creative walked in Chanel’s Spring/Summer 2027 show at the Grand Palais in Paris on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, marking a full-circle moment after...
Temi Nkem has emerged as the winner of the 11th season of the Big Brother Naija reality television show themed ‘Show Ya Self.’ Nkem was announced as the winner during the grand finale of the reality show on Sunday by Ebuka, the host, beating other finalists to claim the coveted prize. Aikou and Sheba emerged as the first and second...
Mo Abudu is one of Africa’s most influential media entrepreneurs and a woman whose journey has become a source of life lessons and has inspired countless women to dream bigger and pursue their ambitions regardless of age or circumstances. From her early days as an HR consultant to starting Moments With Mo in 2006 and now being a renowned filmmaker...
Danielle Adewusi has emerged as Miss Universe Nigeria 2026 at the pageant’s grand finale, which took place on Sunday, September 27, at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. Representing Lagos State, the medical doctor beat 19 other contestants to be crowned winner at the end of the night. According to the organizers, Adewusi impressed the judges with her...
Darasimi Nadi is a Nigerian child actor, model, and TV personality who has captured the heart of Nollywood audiences with her impressive performances. At a young age, she has emerged as one of Nollywood’s most promising child actors. Here is a brief profile of her life, career, and recognitions as she turns 15. Early Life Darasimi Destiny Nadi was born...
Nollywood crime thriller Black Market has broken the Guinness World Record for the largest attendance at a film screening in a single location, with 51,000 people watching the movie at Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos. The record-breaking screening took place on Saturday, September 26, as thousands of movie lovers gathered at the Lagos venue for the highly anticipated premiere. Guinness...
From globally celebrated novelists to emerging voices gaining international recognition, these female authors have taken Nigerian stories beyond the country’s borders and onto some of the world’s most prestigious literary platforms. Their books have won major awards, earned critical acclaim, and captivated readers across the globe. Here are eight Nigerian contemporary authors whose books have been groundbreaking in African...
Nollywood couple Blessing Obasi and her husband, Stan Nze, popularly known as The Nzes, have celebrated their 5th wedding anniversary with a heartwarming wedding vow renewal ceremony. The ceremony was attended by family and friends. The actress took to Instagram to share a video of the ceremony with the caption: This is 5!! What a ride. I have no words...
American singer Ciara has announced the pregnancy of her fifth child. This will be her fourth child with hubby, NFL star Russell Wilson. The pregnancy announcement also marks the apparent fulfillment of Wilson’s wish to have another child after their second daughter, Amora, was born in 2023. The couple announced the pregnancy on Sunday, in a joint Instagram post, with...