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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has clarified the circumstances surrounding the arrest of Samuel Ojeogwu, popularly known as Sammy West, the brother of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels. Ojeogwu was arrested in Lagos last week and transferred to Abuja, sparking online outrage after Regina Daniels accused the police of bias and claimed her brother’s …

Police Clarify Arrest of Regina Daniels’ Brother, Sammy West

The Consul-General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Lagos, Mr. Daniel Krulls, has announced plans to significantly accelerate visa processing for Nigerians, with a target of completing all visa categories within three weeks. Krulls made this known during a media briefing in Lagos, where he outlined his key priorities since assuming office. According to …

The nominees for the 2025 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards have been unveiled, with Femi Adebayo’s Seven Doors emerging as the frontrunner with nine nominations. Following closely, Ibrahim Yekini’s Abanisete clinched eight nominations, while My Mother Is A Witch and Farmer’s Bride also made strong showings with seven and six nods respectively. The star-studded ceremony …

Femi Adebayo’s 'Seven Doors' Tops 2025 BON Awards Nominations

Senator Ned Nwoko, Nigerian politician and husband of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, has defended his polygamous lifestyle, saying having only one wife is like “standing on one leg.” Nwoko made the comment during an interview on Sunday night while reacting to reports of a marital crisis with his fourth wife, Regina. Explaining his stance, the …

Veteran Nollywood actress, Idowu Phillips, fondly known as Mama Rainbow, has celebrated her 83rd birthday and 60 years on stage, marking a remarkable milestone in Nigeria’s entertainment history. The iconic actress took to Instagram on Thursday, October 16, to express profound gratitude to God, her family, fans, and colleagues for their unwavering love and support …

Award-winning actress Kehinde Bankole has marked her 20th year in Nollywood with gratitude and reflection, sharing celebratory photos and a heartfelt message on Instagram. Bankole described her two-decade journey in the industry as one filled with “lights, camera, and unforgettable moments on stage”. She credited her success to God and extended appreciation to her family, …

Veteran broadcaster and actress Doyin Kukoyi has debunked rumours linking her to a secret marriage with Nollywood star Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo. Speculations began in 2022 after photos of the pair in matching outfits went viral, with Kukoyi fueling the talk by posting the images with love emojis on Instagram. READ ALSO: Nigeria …

Veteran Nollywood actor Chiwetalu Agu has dismissed rumours of his death, calling them false and misleading. The speculation stemmed from a viral post claiming he died after battling diabetes and undergoing spine surgery. But in a video shared on Instagram, Agu assured fans he is alive, healthy, and not going anywhere soon. READ ALSO: Davido: …

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