Actor and filmmaker, Femi Adebayo, has not been a stranger to acclaim and adulation in the course of his career. However, his fans have apparently taken it a notch higher with the release of his latest movie series titled, ‘Seven Doors’. Though his last project, ‘Jagun Jagun’, was well acclaimed and it received several awards,
In what appeared to be a fitting emphasis of the title of her latest movie titled, ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’, celebs and admirers alike turned out en-masse for actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele’s premiere on Sunday, December 8, 2024, proving that indeed, “everybody loves the Jenifa brand” . Held at the Filmhouse Cinema IMAX in Lekki,
G-Worldwide artiste, Pryme, has said that his collaboration with singer, Chike, for the remix of his hit single, ‘Carry Go’ will resonate with fans. Speaking about the project, Pryme expressed his excitement, “Chike brought a whole new vibe to this remix, and I believe fans will feel the passion and energy we poured into this
The journey to the crown has officially begun for contestants of the Miss Nigeria beauty pageant, as they recently participated in a sashing ceremony. The 45th coronation gala is set to take place on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at the Royal Box Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. During the sashing ceremony, finalists representing Nigeria’s geopolitical
Social media comedian, Mark Angel, has addressed misconceptions regarding his role in the careers of his proteges— Emmanuella and Success. Stating that he had never functioned as their manager, Angel told Saturday Beats, “Our contract is not related to management but distribution. I do not manage them. They have agencies that manage them. When they
A former Big Brother Naija housemate, Natacha Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has said that some influencers and celebrities rely on wealthy men to sustain their lavish lifestyles. In an interview with a United Kingdom-based media personality, Madame Joyce, she added that she had no blame for girls who do so because of the expectations
A new series, ‘The Struggle Is Real’, is set to start showing in early 2025 on YouTube. The movie, which is directed by Temilolu Fosudo and Debola Ogunshina, explores the complex realities of young people into the daily lives of young Nigerians navigating love, friendship, and survival against the backdrop of a challenging economy. The
Legendary Afro-Juju musician Sir Shina Peters revealed on Friday that his ordination as a bishop was in fulfilment of a divine calling. In 2021, Shina Peters was ordained as a bishop at the Cherubim and Seraphim Church of God in the Iju area of Lagos State. Speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria in Lagos,
South African singer Tyla has emerged as the Top Afrobeats Artist at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards, beating Nigerian heavyweights like Burna Boy, Rema, Tems, and Asake. The awards ceremony, broadcast on Thursday night, saw Tyla make history with double wins. She also claimed the Top Afrobeats Song title for her global hit, Water. Tyla, born
Nigerian music label Dapper Music and Entertainment, owned by Damilola Akinwunmi, has refuted allegations from two of its former signees, who announced their decision to terminate their agreements with the company. In statements shared on social media on Wednesday, Crown Uzama, aka Shallipopi, and Moshood Abdulmuiz, aka Muyeez, accused Dapper Music of mismanagement, exploitation, and
Up-and-coming Nigerian artist Moshood Abdulmuiz, known professionally as Muyeez, has made a public announcement revealing his decision to terminate his contract with Dapper Music & Entertainment Limited. In a statement shared on his Instagram account on Wednesday, Muyeez, a protégé of Nigerian artist Seyi Vibes, expressed his deep dissatisfaction with his experience under the management
Popular video hosting service TikTok has solidified its place as a hub for creativity, entertainment, and global connection, known for generating viral trends that dominate the internet and shape pop culture. The year 2024 has been no exception, with the platform continuing to set the tone for what’s cool, funny, and memorable. Owned by Chinese internet company
Online streaming platform, Spotify, has unveiled the top five most streamed podcasts in Nigeria, Kenya and South, for 2024. Spotify’s Sub-Saharan Africa Podcast Manager, Ncebakazi Manzi, in a statement on Thursday, said that “Apostle Femi Lazarus” remained the most streamed podcast in Nigeria. Manzi said others were: “Motivation Daily by Motiversity”, Success Addicted Podcast with
Nigerian music star Crown Uzama, popularly known as Shallipopi, has announced his decision to terminate his agreements with Dapper Music and Dvpper Digital. In a statement shared on his X handle on Wednesday, Shallipopi revealed the reasons behind his decision, highlighting issues of financial mismanagement, lack of transparency, and exploitative contracts that he claims were
Ahead of the highly anticipated second season of Netflix’s hit Korean thriller series ‘Squid Game’, the streaming giant has partnered with language-learning app Duolingo to help fans master Korean before the premiere on December 26. Duolingo’s app now features over 40 keywords and phrases from the show, including “dolgana,” the honeycomb candy from the first
Musician and producer, Jay-Z, was accused in a lawsuit submitted on Sunday of raping a 13-year-old with hip-hop star Sean Combs in the 2000, court documents show, claims denied by Jay-Z. An updated complaint in a civil case against Combs alleges that Jay-Z, whose name is Shawn Carter, and Combs raped the girl at an
In support of the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the Forum of Women in Film and TV has reiterated its call to end violence against women and girls in all sectors of society. This initiative runs annually from November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to December
Gospel singer, Ife Ogunwumiji, has revealed that her new track titled, “Rejoice” is solely for Christmas celebration. Ogunwumiji revealed this on Saturday during the track’s listening party at Ikeja. According to her, this new release is part of her acclaimed Christmas music series “The Gift of Christmas” which had been released on major music platforms.
Spotify, an online streaming platform, celebrated Nigerian singer Ayra Starr, who emerged as the most streamed female artiste in three countries: Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya. Spotify’s Head of Music, in Sub-Saharan Africa, Phiona Okumu, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday. Okumu noted that Spotify’s 2024 Wrapped findings revealed the top 10 most streamed female
After a year of relentless work and obligations, Nigerians eagerly await the opportunity to relax as the festive season approaches. Among the most special ways to unwind this festive season are attending concerts, comedy shows, and stage performances featuring acclaimed musicians, comedians, and actors. Notable shows that entertained fun lovers in 2023 include Flytime Fest
