Actress, Destiny Etiko files petition against colleague, Queeneth Hilbert over alleged defamation; demands N100 million in damages

Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has filed a petition against colleague, Queeneth Hilbert, over allegations she made against her. In a series of videos, Queeneth Hilbert had accused Destiny Etiko of snatching her colleagues’ wealthy partners (Odogwu), including one of her ex-partners from Benin who drove a Mercedes-Benz. In response, Destiny Etiko’s legal team petitioned Queeneth …

Yul Edochie Pens Heartfelt Message To Celebrates His Father’s 78th Birthday

Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has shared a touching tribute to his father, Pete Edochie, on his 78th birthday. In a post on Instagram, Yul referred to his father as Nigeria’s greatest icon and the biggest name in Nollywood, honoring him with the words: “The Lion of Africa.One of Nigeria’s greatest icons.The biggest name in Nollywood.A …

Tiwa Savage Explains Why She Doesn’t Sign Upcoming Artists

Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has revealed the reason she chooses not to sign upcoming artists, citing the stress and responsibility involved in managing musicians. In a recent interview with Forbes Africa, the Water and Garri hitmaker explained that she does not believe she has the “gift” to mentor and oversee artists under her label. Instead, …

Jude Okoye Released from Ikoyi Prison After Meeting Bail Condition

Former manager and elder brother of the P-Square music duo, Jude Okoye, has been released from Ikoyi Correctional Centre after being remanded in connection with the alleged theft of $1 million and £34,000. Okoye was seen leaving the facility with singer Rudeboy and others following his release. The Special Offences Court in Ikeja, led by …

Mercy Chinwo Sues VeryDarkMan for N1 Billion Over Alleged Defamation

Gospel singer Mercy Chinwo has filed a lawsuit against social media commentator Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), over alleged defamation. In February, VDM accused Chinwo of diverting funds from shows without paying her former record label, owned by Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu, and claimed she violated her contract before leaving. In a lawsuit dated March …

Tonto Dikeh Weighs In On Cubana Chief Priest’s Paternity Drama

Nigerian actress, Tonto Dikeh has reacted to the ongoing paternity drama between socialite, Cubana Chief Priest and his alleged Kenyan baby mama, Helen. Helen had accused Cubana Chief Priest of being the father of her son and evading his responsibilities while asking him to come for a DNA test. Dikeh expressed her support for Helen, calling …

Ebuka Songs Finally Breaks Silence on Exit from Moses Bliss’ Record Label

Gospel singer Ebuka Songs has finally addressed his departure from Moses Bliss’ record label, Spotlite Nation, after leaving just 11 months into a three-year contract. In a December 2024 interview, Moses Bliss revealed that Ebuka chose to pursue his music independently. Now, speaking on the Open Up podcast, Ebuka explained that his decision was driven …

Woli Arole bemoans ‘worldliness’ in Nigerian gospel music industry

Popular comedian and actor-turned-preacher Oluwatoyin Bayegun, better known as Woli Arole, has raised concerns over the current trends in the Nigerian gospel music industry. He lamented that “hypocrisy, worldliness, and cabalism” have taken over the gospel music scene. He noted that invitations for ministration are now based on connections rather than the leading of the …