A recently evicted Big Brother Naija (No Lose Guard) housemate and one-half of Team Tami, Toyosi Bakare, has admitted that she should have been more active during her one-week stay in the house. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, she said, “If there was something we (Team Tami) would have done differently, we would
There has been an outpouring of well-wishes for actor, Francis Duru, and his family, over the loss of Ifeanyi, his 15-year-old son. Duru had announced the passing of Ifeanyi on his Instagram page, describing him as a ‘lion’, who fought valiantly before eventually succumbing to the cold hands of death. He wrote, “My champ! My
A Canada-based entrepreneur, Nosa Obaseki, has stated that his major goal as a showbiz enthusiast is to promote entertainment in Edo State. He told Saturday Beats, “I am based in Canada, but my main focus over the years has been on how to promote the entertainment industry in Edo State, and take it to a
A Miss South Africa contestant whose Nigerian heritage sparked a national controversy and a government investigation withdrew from the beauty pageant Thursday. Chidimma Adetshina’s announcement that she would not take part in Saturday’s final came a day after the Home Affairs ministry accused her mother of fraud and identity theft. “After much careful consideration, I
Veteran Nollywood actor, Francis Duru, has mourned the demise of his son, Ifeanyi. The actor broke the news in a post on Instagram on Thursday where he described Ifeanyi as a “champ” and a “lion” who fought valiantly. He wrote, “My champ! My lion, you fought like a lion. If this is the way He
The Ndinne pair, comprising Nneamaka and Chinne, clinched the Head of House title for the second week of Big Brother Naija Season 9, “No Loose Guard,” on Monday. This marks another victory for the aunt and niece, who previously won the Custodian challenge in the first week. Announcing the news on X.com on Monday, BBNaija
Controversial crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has been released from the Kirikiri Correctional Centre. Bobrisky was released on Monday, after spending six months in incarceration for abusing the naira by spraying it at parties. In an interview with GoldMyneTV after his release, Bobrisky said, “Follow the rules, abide with the law. Don’t spray
As the nationwide hunger protest enters its third day, different entertainers have taken positions either supporting or criticising the demonstrations. Disc jockey and singer, Florence Otedola, aka DJ Cuppy, prayed for the country and its leaders. She wrote on social media, “Dear Lord, please bless Nigeria with peace, unity, and prosperity. Guide our leaders and
Paul Okoye, one half of the renowned music duo, P-Square, has once again spoken about the complexities behind his strained relationship with Peter, his twin brother and other half of the group. Though many believed that the duo had buried the hatchet and were now at peace with each other, Paul indicated that there was
Stuntman and martial artist, Jeddy Odiboh, popularly known as Tough Bone, has shed light on his role in coordinating stunts for the movie series, ‘Oloture: The Journey’. In an interview with Saturday Beats, the five-time black belt holder in karate, explained, “Creating the stunts for the movie was a multi-faceted process that required careful planning,
Popular social media comedian and content creator, Adesokan Emmanuel, aka Shank Comics, has described himself as his biggest critic and competitor. Speaking on what makes him unique in the saturated industry, the entertainer who has 2.7 million followers on Instagram, 2.5 million on Facebook and 3.7 million on TikTok, said, “I am different. I make
Nigerian-born singer, Efezino Akpo, simply known as Efezino, says that beyond entertainment, her songs are meant to inspire and motivate listeners. Speaking on the heels of the release of her new Extended Play album titled, ‘Memory Box’, the singer stated that the six-track project blends her memories and experiences, showcasing a fusion of folk, soul,
Tributes have continued to pour in from different corners of the globe for the renowned singer, songwriter, actress, journalist and politician, Onyeka Onwenu, after demise on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. In a fitting climax to a well-lived life, the late singer, fondly called the ‘elegant stallion’, passed on doing what she knew how to do
A veteran actress, Carol King, recently launched a book titled, ‘The Moving Star’, to mark her 61st birthday anniversary. Speaking at the launch event for the book, which held at the popular Freedom Park on Lagos Island, King expatiated on the inspiration behind the book. She stated that she was a private individual, and rarely
A popular comedian, Anita Osuoha, aka Real Warri Pikin, hosted her comedy show themed, ‘Unapologetically Me’, in the nation’s capital, Abuja, on Sunday July 28, 2014, and it was indeed an exciting experience for those who attended. Organised by RWP Entertainment, the event was a mix of music and comedy, which featured comedy performances by
An actress, Bukola Ikuomola, has said that people should stop attaching so much mystery to sex. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she said, “First, I would like to say that sex is natural, and there shouldn’t be so much mystery around it. There are many people who are benefiting in a healthy way from
A film and vocational institute, PEFTI, was recently named the ‘Best Innovation Enterprise Institution in Nigeria’ by the Joint Admissions Matriculation Board at the National Tertiary Admissions Performance Merit Awards, which took place in Abuja. The award, which was presented by the Minister of State for Education, Tanko Sununu, was said to be based on
Netflix has confirmed the future of Squid Game, announcing that the second series will premiere on Boxing Day, December 26th. The future of Netflix’s hit show Squid Game has been confirmed with a first look at the upcoming series. Originally a surprise hit in 2021, the show captivated global audiences and became the platform’s biggest
The President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas, has expressed sadness over the death of veteran music icon, Onyeka Onwenu. In a statement made available to our correspondent on Friday, Rollas described the late singer as a “creative colossus.” He highlighted that Onwenu’s remarkable lifetime was a testament to her boundless talent, passion,
Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy, has handed over his acclaimed African Giant title to his colleague, Folarin Falana, aka Falz the Bahd Guy. Burna Boy disclosed this on X.com on Thursday as he broke silence on why he distanced himself from the ongoing #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests. In his tweet, the singer stated that the
