A Nigerian comedian, Bovi Ugboma, has found himself at the centre of a heated debate on social media after making comments about his parenting style. PUNCH Online reports that in a recent interview on the Honest Bunch Podcast aired on Monday, Bovi shared his perspective on raising children, stating that he does not advocate beating
Nigerian comedian and actor Bovi Ugboma has shared insights into his parenting approach, emphasising the importance of understanding and empathy over corporal punishment. Speaking about his experiences as a father during an interview on The Honest Bunch podcast aired on Monday, Bovi explained that when his child became upset, he would throw things, often breaking
From Nollywood veterans to musicians, the Nigerian entertainment industry witnessed the loss of many cherished figures in 2024. These beloved actors, filmmakers, and musicians left an indelible mark on the entertainment landscape. Below is a look back at some of the notable figures who passed away this year. Adedeji Aderemi (Olofa Ina) The year
The festive season offers Nigerians the perfect opportunity to gather loved ones and bask in the nostalgic charm of vintage Christmas movies. These classics offer heartwarming stories, nostalgic charm, and festive cheer, making them ideal for family bonding or quiet evenings at home. PUNCH Online presents these classics for Nigerians looking to embrace the spirit
The Bergen Internationale Kulturesenter in Norway came alive as over 100 afrobeats fans recently gathered for the Rudeboy Live in Bergen concert. The event, headlined by Paul Okoye, also known as Rudeboy of the iconic Nigerian duo P-Square, was a thrilling celebration of African music and culture. At the heart of it all was the
Gospel singer, Kent Edunjobi, has attributed his increasing success and busy schedule to his hit song, Ebenezeri, which has captivated audiences and critics alike. In an interview with Sunday Scoop, he described the song as “a life-changing experience”. He said, “Ebenezeri has been a life-changing experience which I never saw coming. It has been a
Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, has continued attacking his ex-lover, Queen Dami, by releasing a song titled, ‘Bye Bye to Jaga Jaga’. He shared snippets of the song on his Instagram page on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Prior to releasing the song, which literally means “bye bye to rubbish”, the artiste claimed that Dami
Social media is abuzz following a viral video featuring TikTok sensation, Hamzat Adelaja, popularly known as Peller; and his girlfriend, Amadou Aminata, aka Jarvis. The clip showed Peller surprising Jarvis by proposing to her in a public setting. Peller playfully urged Jarvis to look away before dropping to one knee to pop the question. Initially
Jazz singer, Yinka Davies, has said that despite its surging popularity, afrobeats has overshadowed jazz. She said, “I don’t think it (afrobeats) is overshadowing jazz. They are two different genres, and they look like each other, so there is no discussion.” Davies, who has attracted criticism for blending jazz with traditional African influences, remained unapologetic,
A beauty queen and model, Hannah Iribhogbe, popularly known as Queen Montana, has continued to make waves as she progressed to the next stage of the Miss Charm World competition in Vietnam. The current Miss Charm Nigeria and former Miss Universe Nigeria 2022 will represent Nigeria at the international pageant. Speaking about her aspirations, she
The 2024 Culturati Festival was a gathering of Africans and international guests to commemorate the richness of the continent’s cultural heritage. This year’s ‘Freedom’ edition was headlined by Culturati Africa in collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture. The festival, held from December 5 to 7, 2024, at Freedom Park, Lagos,
The fifth season of the popular gospel concert— Simpli Praise— is set to be held on December 24, 2024, at the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos. According to the organisers, thousands of people will gather for the annual all-night praise concert, which is convened by Edna Ubebe. Sharing her vision for the event, Ubebe said,
Budding afro hip-hop artiste, Chinonso Eze, aka Zino Pee, who is currently based in Bangkok, Thailand, has stated that afro music is well received in Thailand and across Asia. Speaking in a statement sent to Saturday Beats, he said, “Afro music is generally accepted worldwide, and Bangkok is no exception. The vibe and energy of
In a dramatic turn of events this week, popular artistes— Crown Uzama (Shallipopi) and Moshood Abdulmuiz (Muyeez)— at different times announced their decisions to sever ties with their record label, Dapper Music.
The city of Ikeja, the Lagos State capital, recently came alive as kids of various age groups stormed the Balmoral Convention Centre by Sheraton for the maiden edition of The Kid Lit Fest.
The 19th edition of popular gospel music concert, The Experience, has come and gone, but its echoes are still resonating across social media and beyond.
This December, art lovers have a reason to rejoice as ‘The Awakening’ exhibition kicked off on Friday with a private viewing and continues till December 20, 2024.
Even though she had been in the news for saying that she had dumper her family name and that no relative had reached out to her after her decision, reality TV star and actress, Ijeoma Otabor, aka Phyna, has maintained that she is living her dreams.
Afrobeats sensation, Tiwa Savage, has been setting social media ablaze with her latest stunt, raining millions of naira on fans who can sing the lyrics of her latest song titled, ‘Mega Money Mega’.
An actress and filmmaker, Mojisola Adebanjo, has opened up on her approach to playing intimate scenes, emphasizing professionalism and respect for her craft.
