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PHOTO NEWS: Wole Soyinka’s ‘Death and the King’s Horseman takes centre in UK with Wale Ojo, Kehinde Bankole
Nollywood Actor Wale Ojo and actress Kehinde Bankole both took the lead as Elesin Oba and Iyalode during the stage performance of Wole Soyinka’s play, “Death and the kings horseman” at the Utopia Theatre, London over the weekend.
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Yvonne Jegede pens emotional tribute to late Bukky Ajayi
By Tosin Brown Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede has penned an emotional tribute to her late mother-in-law, Bukky Ajayi. In an Instagram post, the actress and mother of one expressed how much she misses the veteran actress, who passed away on July 6, 2016. Bulky Ajayi in a movie scene She wrote: “Mama, two days ago was your remembrance. I want…
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Mercy Aigbe, Toyin Abraham, others celebrate Iyabo Ojo over daughter’s wedding
By Tosin Brown Several Nollywood stars, led by Mercy Aigbe and Toyin Abraham, have congratulated actress Iyabo Ojo on her daughter, Priscilla Ojo’s recent wedding. Priscilla Ojo tied the knot with her Tanzanian fiancé, Juma Mkambala, a singer popularly known as Juma Jux. The wedding took place on Friday in Tanzania, the groom’s home country, bringing together family and friends…
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Patience Ozokwor, Ken Erics, others celebrate Nkem Owoh at 70
By Tosin Brown Top Nollywood stars have taken to social media to celebrate veteran actor Nkem Owoh, popularly known as Osuofia, as he marks his 70th birthday. To commemorate the occasion, the legendary actor expressed his gratitude to God and his fans for their unwavering support throughout his long and successful career. “Chi efugo, and it’s my 70th birthday. What…
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Ogun State Government allegedly seals singer Portable’s bar, hotel
By Tosin Brown Controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has expressed frustration after the Ogun State government allegedly sealed off his bar and hotel in Sango-Ota. According to multiple reports, the properties were sealed due to alleged violations of building regulations. Sharing a notice of contravention on Instagram, the singer claimed that the Ogun State Planning and…
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President Tinubu congratulates Tems on Grammy win, applauds Nigerian music stars
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, for winning the Best African Music Performance award at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles. Tems secured the award for her hit song “Love Me Jeje,” marking her second Grammy win. In a statement issued by Special…
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Tems’ omission of Seyi Sodimu in Grammy acceptance speech causes stir
By Tosin Brown Tems, one of the big winners at the 67th Grammy Awards, has come under fire for omitting Seyi Sodimu during her acceptance speech at the ceremony. The 29-year-old singer, who won Best African Music Performance for her song “Love Me Jeje”—a remake of Sodimu’s 1997 hit—faced criticism from fans and critics online for failing to recognize Sodimu…
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‘We are proud of you’ – Davido hails Tems’ Grammy win
By Tosin Brown Grammy nominee and BET winner Davido has expressed pride in Tems’ Grammy victory, saying, “We are proud of you.” Reacting on X on Monday, Davido celebrated Tems in a tweet that also congratulated American music star Chris Brown. “Congratulations to my one and only! @chrisbrown! And to the Queen @temsbaby, we are proud of you,” the tweet…
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Edo State Deputy Majority Leader denies relationship with Tuface Idibia
By Tosin Brown The Deputy Majority Leader of the Edo State House of Assembly, Hon. Natasha Osawaru, has denied rumors of a romantic affair with Afrobeats singer Innocent “Tuface” Idibia. Hon. Osawaru refuted claims of being Tuface’s mistress amid the ongoing crisis in the singer’s 12-year marriage. Speaking through her spokesperson, Eseosa Okundia, she dismissed the speculation as baseless. “Na…
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Tems wins second Grammy in two years
By Tosin Brown Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has secured her second Grammy Award in two years. Her remake of Seyi Sodimu’s 1997 hit song Love Me Jeje earned her the award for Best African Music Performance at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Earlier in 2023, Tems won her first Grammy…
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