A former Big Brother Naija contestant and actress, Erica Nlewedim, has said she now lives as she desires. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, she stressed that social media only showcase fake lifestyles and she has learned to live beyond what people say or do there. “I now live my life outside of social
Thespians and theatre enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement and applause as ‘Dear Kaffi’, the acclaimed play directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters, continues its South African tour. A statement sent to Saturday Beats noted that with its rich Nigerian cast, the play had opened to critical acclaim in Pretoria on February 27. The tour is at the
The director and co-producer of Summer Rain, Adenike Adebayo-Esho, initially pursued a career in law out of a deep personal interest in the legal system. However, in 2015, she transitioned into media and filmmaking following her true passion for storytelling. In a chat with Saturday Beats, she shared that storytelling had always been a path
At the premiere of Grind Season 2, the night was filled with glitz, glamour, and deep reflections as Nollywood stars and industry stakeholders gathered to celebrate the return of the compelling drama. Held at EbonyLife Cinemas in Victoria Island, Lagos, the premiere set the stage for the show’s return to Prime Video on March 7.
Nollywood hunk, Uzor Arukwe, has shared the reasons behind his deep respect for women. In an interview with Saturday Beats, the talented actor acknowledged the profound impact women have had on his career, expressing heartfelt gratitude for their unwavering support. He said, “I don’t think I would be here without the women. That’s why I
Nigerian actress and singer, Bisola Aiyeola, has opened up about her early misconceptions about fame and the valuable lessons she has learned in the entertainment industry. Reflecting on her journey, Aiyeola admitted that she once believed success would come effortlessly. However, she soon realised that patience and perseverance were crucial. When asked about one thing
Nigerian singer Teniola Apata, fondly called Teni, has opened up about her recent struggle with illness. In a video shared on Instagram on Wednesday, the ‘Money’ crooner detailed how she was down with malaria for two weeks but still had to show up for a music performance. She said in the video, “When I sang
Nigerian comedian Isaac Aloma, popularly known as Zicsaloma, has once again addressed his post-surgery look, urging fans and friends to stop using his old pictures. Zicasloma who had addressed critics of his rhinoplasty reiterated his stance in a post on Instagram on Tuesday, as he expressed his desire to be seen as his new self.
The husband of Dolly Parton, Carl Dean, died Monday aged 82, the country music superstar said, after nearly 60 years of marriage kept out of the spotlight despite the singer’s chart-topping fame. “Carl and I spent many wonderful years together. Words can’t do justice to the love we shared for over 60 years,” Parton wrote
The 97th Academy Awards, hosted by Conan O’Brien, dazzled audiences coast-to-coast as it aired live from the iconic Dolby Theatre in Ovation Hollywood on March 2, 2025. With winners announced across 23 categories, the ceremony celebrated cinematic excellence while paying tribute to the heroes and victims of the recent Los Angeles wildfires. The night belonged
Grammy-nominated soul singer and actress Angie Stone has tragically passed away at the age of 63 following a car accident in Montgomery, Alabama. The accident occurred on Saturday while Stone and her band were travelling to Atlanta after performing in Mobile, Alabama. According to TMZ, their van was involved in a fatal collision. Angie Stone,
Temisan Emmanuel is a podcaster and host of the talk show—Tea with Tay. With 45,000 subscribers on YouTube and 405,000 followers on Instagram, he has built quite a following online. He tells NAOMI CHIMA about his career and other issues How did your upbringing shape the way you interact with others? I was born and
Popular on-air personality and hype-man, Kayode Oladotun, popularly known as Do2dtun has called on media practitioners to embrace digital transformation, stating that artificial intelligence and technological advancements would redefine the industry. In an interview with Saturday Beats, Do2dtun said, “It’s necessary that all radio stations need to start thinking digitally now because we’re moving forward.
Comedian, actress and social media host, Anita Asuoha, popularly known as Real Warri Pikin, has revealed the one thing she wished she learnt earlier before joining the entertainment media space. In an exclusive interview with Saturday Beats, Asuoha said, she wished she knew how to say “no” earlier than two years ago. She said, “I
Popular actress and filmmaker, Wumi Toriola, has expressed excitement over the success of her film, ‘Queen Lateefah’, which emerged as one of the highest-grossing Nigerian films of 2024, raking in N350 million at the box office. In an interview with Saturday Beats, Toriola said, “It makes me feel great and at the same time gives
Popular gospel singer, Naomi Mac, has released her latest single, ‘Same Glory’. According to a statement sent to Saturday Beats, the new song is a “powerful record that ignites hope and reaffirms believers’ of their possibilities in God”. It read, “Blending beautiful melodies and faith-based lyrics with simplicity, the track serves to remind God’s children
Content creator and brand influencer, Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori, popularly known as Kiekie, officially premiered her highly anticipated talent game show, Kiekie Unscripted Experience, during the week. The event, which held at Filmhouse Cinemas, Lagos, brought together top celebrities, entertainment enthusiasts, and rising talents for an unforgettable evening of fun, games, and pure entertainment. Kiekie described the
Popular music artiste, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has taken a swipe at socialite and media personality, Sophia. The artiste shared a video on Friday, February 28, 2025, in which he sang an unreleased song. In the freestyle, Burna Boy sang, “If you not getting me, forget about it. I no buy Lambo,
A rap artiste, Idowu Steven aka SteeveBars has opened up on the challenges of working as an independent artiste in the music industry. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, he said, “Being independent is highly challenging, but it has its benefits in the long run. The pace is slow but like they say…slow and
A viral video featuring Paul Okoye, one-half of the music group P-Square, addressing the press at the arraignment of his older brother and former manager, Jude Okoye, recently captured public attention. The event took place at the Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday, February 28, 2025. Jude was arraigned on fraud-related charges filed by
