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  Veteran Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has revealed how she navigated a ban imposed on her and several other top actors by movie marketers in 2005. She spoke on the issue during an interview on Yanga FM Nigeria, describing the episode as a turning point in her career. Omotola explained that the decision affected eight popular faces in the industry at the time. Those involved included herself, Genevieve Nnaji, Ramsey Nouah, Jim Iyke, Stella Damasus, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Nkem Owoh, and one other actor. According to her, the group was restricted from working with certain film marketers, which limited their participation in movie projects during that period. She said the marketers claimed the actors were having a bad effect on the industry. However, Omotola stated that the real reason was tied to their push for better quality and higher standards in filmmaking, a move she believed did not sit well with some people who controlled production and distribution then. The actres...

  Nigerian singer, Tiwatope Omolara Savage, popularly known as Tiwa Savage has spoken candidly about her feelings toward her former partner and music collaborator, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid. In a video that has quickly gained attention online, the songstress revealed that performing with Wizkid brings back strong memories of their past, making it an emotional experience for her. The singer recalled their reunion at the Great Lagos Countdown 2025, a popular annual music event in Lagos. She explained that seeing Wizkid again brought back feelings she had six years ago and that she still struggles to hide her emotions when they perform together. Tiwa said that despite the challenges in their past relationship, she remembers the happy moments they shared. She admitted that if she could choose one man in her life, it would be Wizkid. She said, “It’s uncomfortable performing with Wizkid on stage. I admit I’m still in love with him. “When we reunited at Great Lago...

  The All Progressives Congress (APC) has reconstituted the leadership of its 2026 National Convention Central Coordination Committee, with former Katsina State Governor, Aminu Bello Masari appointed as the new chairman. Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, who was initially named chairman of the committee, has been reassigned to serve as treasurer. In addition, the APC expanded the committee’s membership from 73 to 90 members to accommodate more party stakeholders. Newly added members include Senator Barry Mpigi and several other prominent APC chieftains. According to the party, the adjustments form part of the revised 2026 APC National Convention Central Coordination Committee and were made to reflect zoning considerations and other strategic exigencies.

  A Catholic priest has tragically passed away after suddenly collapsing in front of the congregation during Sunday mass. The tragic incident took place last Sunday, February 1, 2026, in Wiesmath in the district of Wiener Neustadt, Austria.  Shortly after administering Holy Communion, 59-year-old priest Raimund Beisteiner was about to return the host to the tabernacle when he "suddenly" collapsed, according to a statement from the Archdiocese of Vienna.  "Despite immediate professional assistance, he died in the church,"  the statement said.  The mayor of Wiesmath, Erich Rasner, had also attended the Mass with many other believers and witnessed the dramatic scenes.  The shock in Wiesmath at the loss of the popular priest is great. Beisteiner had shaped the spiritual life of the parish for almost two decades and was highly regarded far beyond the community.  Rasner praised him as an "extremely conscientious, sensitive priest" and also emphasized the per...

  Timini Egbuson, the Nollywood actor, has spoken candidly about his love life and past relationship experiences, sharing how his perspectives have changed over the years. Speaking in an interview with Jay On-Air TV, the 38-year-old actor admitted that he once believed financial stability was the most important factor in relationships. However, he noted that his perspective has shifted with time and maturity. While Timini still considers money an important element in romantic relationships, he emphasized that it should not be the sole contribution a person brings to the table. According to him, true connection goes beyond wealth and must include personality, character, and core values. “I still think money is important, but what I realize now is that money is just one out of many things that matter. “If all you can bring to a relationship is money, then you’re a very shallow man,”  he said.

  British rapper, Oakley Neil Caesar-Su, popularly known as Central Cee, has revealed that he has converted to Islam. The  Band4Band crooner revealed that he has shared his name consequently. The rapper disclosed this during a recent livestream. “I just changed my name and took my shahada, I am a muslim now,” he revealed, with his friends congratulating him in the video. Before his latest revelation, Central Cee didn’t explicitly declared a formal religion. Central Cee was born on 4 June 1998 in London to an English mother and a father of Guyanese and Chinese ancestry. His parents separated when he was seven. He grew up with his mother and two younger brothers in Shepherd’s Bush. Central Cee began his music career with an appearance on a now-deleted episode of Fire in the Streets series in 2014. His first song appearance was on the Ain’t On Nuttin Remix alongside J Hus and more in January 2015. He released his breakout single Day in the Life on 14 June 2020. Since his d...