Entertainment

Teju Ajayi tells story of Lagos in new documentary

An architect and filmmaker, Teju Ajayi, says that he is set to tell the story of Lagos in a forthcoming six-part documentary titled, ‘Discover Lagos’. In a statement sent to Saturday Beats, Ajayi described the documentary as a groundbreaking project that aims to present the vibrant culture, rich history, and untold narratives of Lagos State,


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Working with veteran actors, opportunity to learn — Kehinde Bankole

Award-winning actress, Kehinde Bankole, has described working with a powerhouse cast of Nollywood veterans in the movie, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, as a wonderful experience. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she said, “One of the most incredible aspects of this project was working with ‘giants’ in the industry, such as Adebayo Salami (Oga Bello), Jide Kosoko,


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Akeem Lasisi waxes philosophical in seventh poetry album

Popular poet, Akeem Lasisi, has released his seventh album titled, ‘Orere: A Gift of Poems’. Lasisi, who is the brain behind classic works such as ‘Eleleture’ and ‘Udeme’, stated that new album revolves around themes such as love and romance, culture, politics and good human relations. The title track, ‘Orere’, celebrates love and the right


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Why I featured Zlatan on ‘Pullover’ — Doncarta

Singer and songwriter, Raphael Nnakwuzie, aka Doncarta, has said that he decided to feature another singer, Zlatan, on his new single titled, ‘Pullover, because he felt that he was best that could deliver what he wanted. In a statement sent to Saturday Beats, Doncarta said, “I decided to feature Zlatan on the song, because I


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‘Seated’ to inspire, uplift listeners, says Vickie

A rising gospel artiste, Vickie, has said that her new single titled, ‘Seated’, is a song that will inspire and uplift listeners. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, she said, “This is a powerful track that can be described as a heartfelt anthem of faith and devotion, destined to inspire and uplift listeners with


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Sex important for happy home – Yetunde Bakare

Actress, Yetunde Bakare, belongs to the school of thought which believes that an active sex life is critical to having a happy home. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she said, “In our society, people often fail to empathise with men. When a woman leaves her marriage, it is often seen as a move to


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Male entertainers also affected by sex-for-jobs — Temitayo Adeniyi

Actress, Temitayo Adeniyi, has said that the issue of sex-for-jobs is not limited to female entertainers. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, she said, “Sex for gigs in the entertainment industry is a tale as old as time. And, that doesn’t only apply to the female gender alone. Men are actually not left out.


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Children, other family members mourn as Suebebe is buried

Veteran actor, Dayo Adewunmi, aka, Sule Suebebe, has been buried. His remains were interred after a service at the Agbala Gabriel Apostolic Church in Ibadan on Friday, June 21, 2024. The late actor died at the age of 68 on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, after battling ill health. While giving a speech at the service,


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Singer Oraku releases new EP

Nigerian singer, Oluwatobi Fehintola, known better as Oraku, has released his new extended play album titled ‘Believe’. The new extended play album has seven tracks including songs like Believe, Omahema, Replay, This Town, Finally, Tomorrow and I No Go Taya, according to a statement from the singer’s management. Reacting to his new EP, the singer


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Chioma’s engagement ring worth three Rolls Royces, says Davido

Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly called Davido, has revealed that the value of his fiancée, Chioma Rowland’s engagement ring equals the price of two or three Rolls Royce. Davido disclosed this in a video shared on Instagram on Friday by a businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest. In the video,


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I became blind at four months old — Nigerian DJ

A 26-year-old blind popular Nigerian DJ, Augustine Akpeji, on Thursday, narrated how he became blind at the age of four months and became a Disc Jockey Akpeji disclosed this during an interview with The PUNCH on the sideline of a seminar to create awareness on glaucoma with the topic: “Unlocking The Mysteries of Glaucoma-All You


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Wizkid unveils new album ‘Morayo’ ahead of Louis Vuitton show

Nigerian music sensation Wizkid sat down with Esquire UK for an exclusive interview as he prepared to attend his first Louis Vuitton runway show at Paris Fashion Week. In a report via the Esquire UK website on Wednesday, the Grammy-winning artist shared insights about his upcoming album and his connection with Louis Vuitton’s men’s creative


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I could start a church if I wanted – Wizkid

Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, better known by his stage name Wizkid, on Thursday, made a series of thought-provoking statements on social media platform X.com The Grammy-award-winning Nigerian singer, widely regarded as one of the most successful and influential artists in Africa, took to X on Thursday to share his views on religion and spirituality. Wizkid, who


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I almost dumped music for lecturing – Fuji star, Ayuba

Popular Fuji musician, Adewale Ayuba, has said he chose Jesus Christ because he proclaimed, ‘I am the truth, the way, and the life. He also revealed how he almost gave up his interest in music, relocated to America, and became a citizen of the United States. Ayuba, in a chat with Teju Babyface on Tuesday,


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Justin Timberlake arrested for drunk driving

Pop star Justin Timberlake was arrested and arraigned Tuesday on charges of driving while intoxicated in a chic town east of New York City, local prosecutors said. The 43-year-old Timberlake, known for such hits as “SexyBack” and “Cry Me a River,” was taken into custody in Sag Harbor, part of the affluent Hamptons community, in


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Envy, jealousy causing problems in South-East — Cubana Chief Priest

Businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, recently granted an interview to BBC Igbo, where he spoke about the insecurity in the South-East region of the country where he hails from. According to him, that was what led to his relocation to Lagos State NAOMI CHIMA brings excerpts What can be


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Celebrities who moved from foes to friends

In recent weeks, some entertainers have been in the spotlight because of their rollercoaster relationships. From bitter enemies to newfound friends, the journey of reconciliation has captivated colleagues and fans alike. Oghenovo Egodo-Michael take a look at notable reconciliations that have taken place in the entertainment industry Toyin Abraham and Funke Akindele In a candid


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How I felt learning my wife was pregnant with triplets — Ali Baba

Veteran stand-up comedian, Atunyota Akpobome, aka Ali Baba, has stated that when he learnt that his wife was expecting triplets, he felt a mix of emotions. In an interview with Saturday Beats, he said, “I felt indifferent, but I was also happy.” Expressing concern over the exclusion of the entertainment and creative industry from a


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On Bimbo Ademoye’s enviable bond with dad

When it comes to father-daughter relationship goals, actress, Bimbo Ademoye, and her father have been ‘serving it hot’ to fans. Over the years, she has never held back her words or actions when it comes to celebrating her father. In a recent post, Ademoye took to her Instagram to celebrate her father, Adekunle, on his


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Aunty Ramota debunks rumours of butt surgery

Actress and social media sensation, Ramota Adetu, popularly known as Aunty Ramota, has debunked the rumours that circulated during the week that she was in a coma after undergoing an unsuccessful Brazilian Butt Lift surgery. Taking to her Instagram page to dismiss the rumour, Ramota posted a short video of herself eating. Speaking in Yoruba,


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