By Esther Ososanya In a case that has stunned fans and reignited global conversations around celebrity impunity and gender-based violence, popular Chinese singer and actor Zhang Yiyang has been executed by firing squad for the brutal murder of his 16-year-old girlfriend, becoming the first celebrity in China’s history to face such a sentence. The Intermediate …
By Esther Ososanya Grammy-winning Nigerian megastar Burna Boy recently revealed a surprising chapter in his life, a time when he saw himself as “more Jamaican” than Nigerian. In a candid interview, Damini Ogulu, known globally as Burna Boy, traced this identity shift back to his early years in Brixton, United Kingdom. Brixton is a melting …
By Esther Ososanya Africa’s most popular reality show, Big Brother Naija, returns for its 10th edition on Sunday, July 27, 2025, with an all-time high prize of ₦150 million for the winner. The organisers, Multichoice Nigeria Ltd, announced on Wednesday that this landmark season will begin with two opening nights — Saturday, July 26, and …
By Esther Ososanya They don’t wear crowns, but they’re worshipped. They don’t sit on thrones, yet they dominate the global box office. In an age where politics divides and tradition wavers, superheroes have emerged as the mythmakers of the 21st century, one frame at a time. Gone are the days of simple Saturday cartoons. Today’s …
By Esther Ososanya Onuzurike Oluomachi, a prominent Nigerian entrepreneur and CEO of BO Hair Extension and Accessories, recently made headlines as the first African woman to acquire the futuristic Tesla Cybertruck. But in a country still grappling with unreliable power, deteriorating roads, and economic hardship, her ₦400 million purchase raises a deeper question: …
By Esther Ososanya Rap icon Nicki Minaj has reignited her feud with Megan Thee Stallion after a federal judge allowed a lawsuit against Megan and Roc Nation to proceed. Minaj Celebrates Court Decision On July 8, Minaj mocked her former collaborator on Instagram following the court's ruling. She posted a cryptic caption laced with sarcasm …
By Esther Ososanya Grammy-winning Beninese singer Angelique Kidjo is set to make history as the first African artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. First African Artist to Be Honoured Kidjo’s selection was announced by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce as part of its 2026 honourees. Her recognition marks a significant …
By Esther Ososanya Nollywood actress and producer Ruth Kadiri has shared why she keeps her marriage away from the spotlight. She said the choice to protect her private life is one of the best decisions she has ever made. In a recent interview, Kadiri explained that privacy has helped her stay focused and grounded. According …
By Esther Ososanya Veteran Nollywood actor Fatai Adekunle Adetayo, popularly known as Lalude, has revealed that he and fellow entertainers received only N10,000 per day for feeding while campaigning for President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 elections. In a trending social media interview, the actor expressed deep disappointment over the current economic hardship, saying they …
.. Onakoya, Bimbo Ademoye, Kie Kie, Sabinus, Others in the spotlight By Esther OSOSANYA Nigeria’s biggest digital influencers are in the spotlight as nominations roll in for the 2025 Trendupp Africa Awards, honouring social media-driven impact. The annual awards spotlight influencers, brands, and creatives who are using digital platforms to inspire, entertain, educate, and drive …
