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Patience Ozokwor Breaks Silence on Missing Olu Jacobs' Funeral

Veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwor has revealed why she was absent from the burial of legendary actor Olu Jacobs, explaining that contractual obligations in Ghana kept her away. In an emotional Instagram tribute, "Mama G" said she would have "given anything" to be there, as tributes poured in from Chiwetalu Agu, Pete Edochie, Rita Dominic, and Peter Obi for the late icon.

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Tiwa Accepts Teni’s ₦1.5bn Fight Challenge

Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage has accepted a multi-billion naira boxing challenge from fellow singer Teni, telling her to “Pick a date” after the “Fargin” hitmaker called her out in a viral video. The playful exchange, which proposes a ₦1.5 billion purse, follows the record-breaking success of Nigeria’s celebrity boxing series and has fans debating whether the two music stars will actually step into the ring.

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Chioma Chukwuka Announces Father’s Death

Veteran actress Chioma Chukwuka-Akpotha has announced the death of her father in an emotional social media post, revealing she now has neither parent living, 13 years after losing her mother.

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Teni, Tiwa Savage Clash Over Artistes’ Pay

Singer Teni Apata has challenged colleague Tiwa Savage to a fight in a video shared on Instagram, sparking reactions after Tiwa simply responded by asking her to "pick a date."

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Julius Agwu: Friends Abandoned Me After Surgery

Veteran Nigerian comedian Julius Agwu emotionally revealed on a talk show that close friends, including a bishop who managed his affairs, abandoned him following his recent brain surgery.

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Stella Damasus Names Nollywood’s ‘Big 3’

Veteran Nollywood actress Stella Damasus has ignited a fierce debate on social media after declaring herself, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, and Genevieve Nnaji as Nollywood's "Big Three" during their peak years. While some fans argued that Rita Dominic deserved the spot, others insisted that anyone questioning Damasus's claim simply wasn't around to witness her era of dominance.

Oct 3, 2026 51

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Jarvis Warns Peller Over Second Wife Plan

Nigerian content creator Jarvis has threatened to sue her husband, Peller, after he allegedly revealed plans to take a second wife just months into their marriage. In a viral Snapchat video, she accused him of changing the terms of their union, warning that he would “sleep in prison” if she follows through with legal action.

Oct 2, 2026 71

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Phyna Knocks Out Nkechi Blessing in Historic Celebrity Boxing Bout

Reality TV star Phyna made history on Thursday night, knocking out actress Nkechi Blessing in the fourth round of Nigeria’s first-ever female celebrity boxing bout at the Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos. The victory earned her a ₦50 million prize and a call-out to Nollywood actress Etinosa Idemudia, as Carter Efe also defeated Speed Darlington in a chaotic Independence Day fight card.

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Don Jazzy Hits Back Over False Baby Claim

Music executive Don Jazzy has issued a stern warning to an X user who falsely claimed he and Ayra Starr’s mother were expecting a baby together. In a sarcastic response, the Mavin Records boss urged the user’s family members to “talk sense” into him, hinting at possible legal action over the defamatory post that has since sparked widespread reactions online.

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Nollywood Bids Farewell to Olu Jacobs as Stars Share Tributes at Lagos Memorial

Nigeria's film industry gathered in Lagos for the final burial rites of veteran actor Olu Jacobs, with Joke Silva, Sola Sobowale, Richard Mofe-Damijo and other Nollywood veterans sharing personal tributes to the man fondly remembered as the "Lion of Lufodo."

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Chaos at Carter Efe, Speed Darlington Press Conference

The official press conference for the "Chaos in the Ring" Independence Day boxing card descended into mayhem on Tuesday at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Sheraton, Ikeja, Lagos, as skit maker Carter Efe and rapper Speed Darlington traded threats ahead of their October 1 clash. A birthday cake presentation for Efe ended with Speed Darlington kicking it to the ground, while firecrackers set off by Efe's entourage sparked a brief fire that was quickly doused with extinguishers.

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Mercy Johnson Calls Out Power Oil Over Image Use

Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie has publicly called out Power Oil for allegedly using her image years after their endorsement contract expired, accusing the brand of exploiting her likeness without a valid agreement. The actress demanded that the company cease using her image immediately, describing the situation as unacceptable and a violation of her professional rights.

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