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Veteran Nigerian comedian, Atunyota Alleluya Akpobome, popularly known as Alibaba ,and his wife Mary, have welcomed a set of triplets. Alibaba announced the news on Monday through an Instagram post, revealing that the newborns, all boys, became part of the family two months ago. The boys have been named Aaron, Alexander, and Andrew. He wrote: “Mary and I are happy and overjoyed to welcome our three sons, Aaron, Alexander, and Andrew, into the Akpobome family. "It’s been two months since they arrived, and as the days go by, we thank God Almighty for these three beautiful blessings. “We also want…

Emeka Rollas, the President of the Actors’ Guild of Nigeria, AGN, has insisted that Nollywood actor, Zack Orji, is not dead. This follows rumours on social media on Tuesday morning. In an Instagram post less than an hour ago, Rollas wrote: “Mr Zack Orji is alive. “Please ignore mischief makers who enjoy circulating fake news. “This is to show how wicked some people can be. It is totally unacceptable. “He will not die but live to declare the good works of God in Jesus’ name.” This comes only a few days after another veteran actor, Amaechi Muonagor, passed away due…

Nollywood legend, Amaechi Muonagor is dead. He reportedly died today, March 24, after suffering from kidney-related issues, diabetes, and stroke. In 2023, he suffered a stroke that led to partial paralysis of his left leg. According to sources close to him, He was undergoing weekly dialysis and physiotherapy to treat the paralysis brought on by stroke. His death comes just days after he cried out for financial assistance on social media to enable him pay for a kidney transplant. The actor appeared in scores of Nigerian movies. He was famous for his role in Aki and Paw Paw, where he…

Nigerian gospel singer, Theophilus Sunday has unveiled his bride-to-be. The singer known for his fiery preaching and a prayer advocate, stunned his fans and followers when he unveiled Ashlee White as his wife-to-be on social media. “As it pleases the Lord!” he captioned the social media post where he shared their pre-wedding shots. Details about the bride-to-be are sketchy, but a visit to her Instagram handle shows she is into real estate and uses her social media platform to market her business. As of now the date for the marital rites is unknown. Theophilus who is known for his “spiritual…

Veteran Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor, has pleaded for financial support to undergo a kidney transplant in India. In November 2023, the actor-cum politician, Tony Muonagor, the cousin of Ameachi, revealed that the actor was battling kidney disease, diabetes, and stroke. He also said the actor’s condition deteriorated, requiring weekly dialysis and physiotherapy at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), in Nnewi, Anambra. In a recent post on Instagram, Kingsley Orji, the Nollywood actor, said Amaechi left the teaching hospital some days ago due to financial constraints. He said the illness has affected his speech and urged fans and well-wishers…

PHOTOS: Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido features Bellingham, Rudiger, Memphis Depay, Vinicius Jnr, Alaba, others in ‘Away’ video The music scene is on fire with chatter about Davido’s latest music video drop for his chart-topping track “Away” from the widely streamed ‘Timeless’ album. What’s got fans talking non-stop is the jaw-dropping cameo of Real Madrid superstars like Vinicius Jr, Alaba, Rudiger, and a host of others in the visual extravaganza. Davido, the Afrobeats sensation, has captivated fans with a stunning visual spectacle with the unveiling of the music video for his chart-topping hit ‘Away’. Taking to social media on Tuesday, the…

“The 3 tribes in Nigeria are Yoruba, Igbo and Benin” – Davido educates popular American content creator, Kai Cenat Afrobeat singer David Adeleke (Davido) has claimed that Nigeria has only three tribes, namely Yoruba, Igbo and Benin. Davido, while hosting popular American content creator Kai Cenat, who is in Nigeria for a documentary, yesterday in Lagos, said: “We have three tribes in Nigeria. There’s Yoruba. My father is Yoruba. And in Nigeria, wherever your father is from, that’s where you are really from. So my father is Yoruba. My wife is from Igbo. And my mother is from Benin. I’m…

Krystyna Pyszkova of the Czech Republic has clinched the coveted Miss World 2024 title during a glamorous event in India on Saturday, edging out Indian contestant Sini Shetty who made it to the top 8. Miss Lebanon, Yasmina Zaytoun, secured the first runner-up position in the competition. According to Press Trust of India on Saturday, Karolina Bielawska, the reigning Miss World from Poland, crowned Pyszkova as her successor at the star-studded finale. This victory marks the second time a representative from the Czech Republic has claimed the Miss World crown, following Tatana Kucharova's win in 2006. Expressing her astonishment at…

Nollywood actress Rita Dominic reveals her thoughts on her decision to marry late in life, The 46-year-old actress emphasized that she wanted to enter into marriage for the right reasons and not succumb to societal pressure. She noted that, while she met a number of decent men, they weren’t compatible, and she isn’t the type to force things when they aren’t working out. She characterized her marriage to Fidelis Anosike as pleasant and fascinating, stating that she and her husband had been friends for years before falling in love and marrying. Speaking in a recent interview with Joy 99.7 FM,…

Controversial Nigerian transvestite, Idris Okuneye also known as Bobrisky, has claimed that his luxury lifestyle is being sponsored by some billionaires from Nigeria. Taking to social media to mark the International Women’s Day, Bobrisky described himself as the sexiest girl in the Nigerian entertainment industry at the moment. The controversial crossdresser boasted that no woman can defeat him in terms of classy appearance and carriage. Bobrisky also said men are attracted to him, because he is hot and dressed the part. Bobrisky took to the photo and video sharing app to share photos and captioned the post; “Meet the most…