Congratulations are in order for Nollywood actress Ini-Dima Okojie, as she announces that she is pregnant and expecting her first child with her husband, Abasi Ene-Obong. The couple had their wedding in May 2022 across three ceremonies in Lagos. Ini-Dima made the announcement on Wednesday, April 22, via her Instagram page. Sharing a video of her embracing her baby bump,...
On April 14, 2026, Alexia Jayy made history by becoming the first Black woman to win The Voice since the show’s 15-year inception. The 31-year-old R&B singer from Alabama became the winner of The Voice Season 29, titled ‘Battle Of The Champions,’ marking an unforgettable moment in history. As the winner, Jayy receives $100,000 and a recording deal with Universal Music Group....
Nigerian-British singer-songwriter Sade Adu has been selected for induction into the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominations list, marking her second nomination. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, which functions as both a museum and an honorary body, celebrates artists who have shaped the direction of popular music across genres such as rock, pop, R&B, hip-hop, and...
It is no news that Uche Montana has undoubtedly carved a space for herself in Nigeria’s film industry, becoming one of the top names in Nollywood on YouTube. In an era where digital platforms are redefining fame and audience reach, her movies have consistently drawn in sometimes millions of viewers. From emotionally charged roles to lighthearted romantic dramas, she has...
The Best Lead Actress award is one of the most anticipated categories of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs). The nominees for the 2026 edition have been released, and the race to the award night has begun. The interesting fact about these years’ nominees is the fact that there is a perfect blend of old and new acts. Here...
Popular actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has said she approaches relationships with extreme intensity, admitting that she loves deeply but can completely cut people off. She made this known on Wednesday during an appearance on The Morayo Show, hosted by Morayo Afolabi-Brown, where she spoke about her personality and how she manages friendships. “I’m an extremist. I love so hard....
A Nigerian woman, Favour Ogechi Ani, has set a new Guinness World Record for the highest number ever counted aloud. She spent 70 days counting to 1,070,000, thereby breaking the previous record of 1,000,000 set by Jeremy Harper from the United States in 2007. Favour, who hails from Enugu State, verbally counted every number up to 1,070,000 during a series...
A Lagos-based content creator, popularly known online as Ella, has sparked a nationwide conversation about public transportation after documenting the daily struggle commuters face due to the shortage of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) buses in the city. The content creator (also called “darkskinnedella”) on social media has gone viral for posting videos showing the long queues at BRT terminals and the difficulties...
In 2011, Anifa Mvuemba posted a photo of a dress she’d made from fabric scraps. She probably wasn’t expecting the outcome when people responded. A year later, in 2012, she officially launched Hanifa, a ready-to-wear womenswear brand named in her own honor, designed from the ground up to celebrate the curves, power, and beauty of women of all sizes. She...
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...