Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has reiterated the commitment of his administration to preserving and properly documenting Ekiti history, as part of efforts to celebrate the state’s rich heritage and position it as a hub for cultural and creative excellence.Governor Oyebanji gave the assurance on Monday during an on the spot assessment of the…
The Palace of the Soun of Ogbomosoland has issued a clarification over allegations surrounding the remaking of the Ogbori Elemoso narrative, following claims credited to Baba Lere Paimo.In a press statement signed by the Media Assistant, Office of the Soun of Ogbomosoland, the Palace described the allegations as misleading and said clarification became necessary to…
Veteran actress Yinka Adebayo has finally spoken about the real reasons she left the movie industry for more than two decades. In her emotional revelation, she shared personal struggles, industry challenges, and the journey that led to her eventual reconciliation with her husband, the legendary actor Oga Bello. “I Married Oga Bello in 1980 Without…
A Nollywood favourite whose Yoruba film roles, radio performances, and creative versatility have made her one of the industry’s most recognisable faces. Early Life and Family Background Mosunmola Filani was born in Ibadan, Oyo State, into a family originally from Ikole Ekiti in Ekiti State. She grew up in a close-knit household as one of…
The marriage of Nollywood actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo and his wife, Iyana Aladuke, appears to be in turmoil, as revealed during a public altercation with actress Olatoun Olanrewaju.This comes after Aladuke accused Olatoun of betrayal, claiming she played a role in the collapse of her marriage. She wrote,“The betrayal cuts deep. How could you…
When you have lived long enough to watch Africa rise and stumble and rise again, you begin to understand that greatness is never a sudden thing. It grows. It evolves. It passes through the hands of many. And when you see how far Africa has come in the eyes of the world, you cannot ignore…
Nigerian billionaire heiress and globally recognised DJ, Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, fondly known as DJ Cuppy , has once again addressed her prospective marriage. This time, the 31-year-old joked that her husband-to-be is “hiding” from her because she still hasn’t mastered the art of cooking.She stated: “Maybe if I finally learn how to cook, my husband…
Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji has opened up about the first movie he personally produced and how it shaped his career. Many people assume his first production was Wale Danger, but Adedimeji revealed that his actual debut project was O Se Regi, which he produced in 2007/2008. Despite pouring his heart and soul into the film,…
Nollywood is on the brink of another cultural earthquake as Femi Adebayo finally confirms what the nation has been whispering for weeks: the legendary Agesinkole has returned. After a viral, mystery-filled campaign that swept through markets, streets, billboards, and social media under the enigmatic #HeIsBack movement, the reveal is now official, #AgesinkoleIsBack, and he’s coming…
Koko Master D’banj has sparked fresh conversations in the Nigerian music industry after reflecting on how he, 2Baba, and other early Afrobeats pioneers were treated during their rise to fame. The entertainer revealed that during their prime years, major music platforms did not give them the respect they deserved.Instead of being honoured on the main…
