Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84. His son, Olusoji Jacobs, announced the death of the legendary actor in an Instagram post on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.Olusoji described his father as a beloved husband, father, grandfather and uncle, while paying tribute…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has won the Album of the Year award at the 2026 African Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA) for his critically acclaimed project, 5IVE. The award was announced on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, through the official AFRIMMA Instagram page. The 2026 AFRIMMA awards and music festival were held on September 12 at Annette Strauss…
Nigerian filmmaker Akay Mason has said artificial intelligence-generated films cannot replace human actors because they lack the emotional connection and depth audiences get from real-life performances. Mason made the assertion in a post shared on X on Friday while commenting on the growing use of artificial intelligence in the film industry. According to the filmmaker,…
Nigerian content creator, Mummy Wa, has sparked controversy online after questioning how some female entertainers fund the expensive lifestyles they display on social media. Mummy Wa made the statement while appearing on the Unserious Podcast alongside skitmaker Zic Aloma and streamer Phyna. During the discussion, she said she understands how much content creators earn and…
Ace Nollywood filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has predicted that many Nigerian movie producers could abandon YouTube as a distribution platform if the naira strengthens significantly against the United States dollar. Afolayan made the disclosure during an interview with former Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, on the Nidacity Podcast, where he discussed the growing migration of Nollywood…
Nigerian businessman, Igho Ubiribo, reportedly received five penis enlargement injections before his death in Thailand, according to health authorities. The revelation was made by the clinic where Ubiribo reportedly sought treatment, following his death in the Southeast Asian country. According to the report, the businessman had undergone multiple procedures intended to increase the size of…
Nigerian filmmaker and entrepreneur, Kunle Afolayan, has called on the Federal Government to support his film village, saying he has invested more than N8bn of his personal funds in the project. Afolayan said the resort, known as KAP Film Village, has operated without public electricity since its establishment, forcing him to rely heavily on diesel…
Nollywood actress and social media influencer Nimmy Ferrari has died, reportedly shortly before she was expected to celebrate the completion of her new home in Sagamu, Ogun State. The actress’ death has triggered an outpouring of grief among colleagues, friends and fans, with news of her passing first announced by fellow actress Oluwakemisola Apesin, popularly…
Nigerian TikToker and content creator Elizabeth Amadou, popularly known as Jarvis, has opened up about the difficult experiences that shaped her childhood, revealing how she grew up without her father, battled the challenges of living with a mother who had bipolar disorder, and endured periods of hunger and financial hardship. Jarvis shared the emotional account…
Popular Yoruba actress, Tayo Odueke, widely known as Sikiratu Sindodo, has opened up about a frightening health battle that reportedly left her in a coma and with only a 50/50 chance of survival. The actress shared her experience during an interview with Oyinmomo TV, recalling how what initially appeared to be a common case of…
