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A Lagos-based socialite and beautician, Farida Sobowale, CEO of House of Phreedah Bodycare and Spa, was rescued by Good Samarithans after attempting to take her own life by jumping into the Lagoon in Lagos on Thursday. Some passers-by, who were at the vicinity when she made the attempt, rushed over to grab her immediately. Witnesses reported that she drove her Lexus SUV to the edge, got out of the vehicle, and was about to jump into the lagoon when the good samarithans intervened and stopped her. In a viral video, the Lagos socialite was seen crying while being restrained by…

Princess, one of the “All Stars” housemates of the ongoing Big Brother Naija reality show, has been evicted. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu announced this during the live eviction show on Sunday. The housemates up for possible eviction were: Ike, Tolanibaj, Pere, Frodd, Doyin, Princess, Venita, Whitemoney, Adekunle, Neo, and Seyi. According to the vote percentage at the end of the eviction show, Seyi had the lowest vote of 0.89 per cent, Princess got 1.54 per cent, and Ike had 1.59 per cent. The trio of Bisola Aiyeola of the “See Gobe” season, Dorothy Bachor from the “Lockdown” season and Mike Edwards of…

The family of late veteran actor, Obinna Nwafor popularly known as Saint Obi, has announced the burial arrangement of the late actor. In the flyer shared, the late actor will be laid to rest on Friday, August 18, in his birthplace of Umuezealaeze, Alaenyi Ogwa, in Imo State. The flyer reads: “The Nwafor family of Ogwa, Imo State, cordially invites you as Our Superhero goes home. Obinna Nwafor Saint Obi, Our beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and son. ”The funeral service and interment will hold at Saint Obi’s family home, Umuezealaeze, Alaenyi Ogwa, Imo State.” The popular Nigerian actor, passed…

It has been alleged that popular Nigerian singer, actor, politician, and pastor Bankole Wellington, aka Banky W, has not only cheated on his actress wife, Adesua Etomi but also impregnated another woman believed to be Niyola who was formerly signed to his record label. According to a report by Kemifilani.ng, this shocking revelation comes just weeks after Adesua Etomi poured out her heart to Banky W on social media on his birthday. The talented actress reflected on how she had broken down in tears two or three years ago when she realized that God had given her the best husband.…

Guinness World Record holder for the longest cooking marathon, Hilda Effiong Bassey, otherwise known as Hilda Baci, has received her Guinness World Record plaque. The Nigerian chef took to her Instagram page on Monday, to share the good news. Hilda Baci was certified as the new record holder for the longest cooking marathon by an individual with 93 hours and 11 minutes. In the video, she received the award plaque packaged in a white carton and delivered by a dispatch rider. She simply wrote, “Our plaque is here @guinnessworldrecords.”

Veteran Nollywood actress, Rita Edochie, on Saturday debunked rumours that her actor nephew, Yul, has separated from his first wife, May. On her Instagram page, she wrote, "No divorce between queen May Yul Edochie and her husband, Yul Edochie. "My great people in the world, queen May Yul Edochie believes that any spell casted on the husband of her youth will surely expire someday. "She will speak up after mourning her late son, Kambili. I still thank you all for the passionate love on our family and most especially the only verified and known wife of Yul Edochie, Queen May…

Reports have emerged that popular Nigerian actor, Saint Obi, has passed on at the age of 57 after a protracted illness. It was reported that he died early in the week after battling an undisclosed illness for several months with no successful treatment. The Actors Guild of Nigeria is yet to make a statement as the family reportedly have a little disagreement hence the delay to make a formal announcement.

Budding skit maker and content creator, Onwuka Ugochukwu Richard aka Funnybros, has celebrated as he matriculated into Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike in Abia State. The skit maker shared pictures of himself wearing the matriculation gown in a post shared via his Instagram account on Saturday. He captioned the pictures, “ Let’s go for the Bsc..Happy matric to me 🥰❤️🤩💃👨‍🎓” Michael Okpara University of Agriculture matriculated 6,802 students admitted for the 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 academic year. See photos below:

Nollywood actress, Destiny Etiko, has opened up about her personal life in a recent interview with Oak TV. The curvy 33-year-old actress disclosed that she is still a virgin due to her crippling social anxiety, which has prevented her from being in a relationship that has gone beyond emotional intimacy. When asked about her body count, the talented thespian said, “I’m still a virgin because of my crippling social anxiety. I still have not been in a relationship that has gone to that level.” Her shocking revelation has left many fans bewildered and has sparked conversations online.

Opeyemi Falegan, the ex-lover of actress, Nkechi Blessing Sunday has offered to stand as a surety for embattled social media personality, Blessing Okoro aka Blessing CEO. Blessing CEO was arrested a few weeks ago for alleged cyber-bullying, libel, and for exhibiting uncensored movies. Despite having been granted bail, she has been in prison because she reportedly couldn’t meet her bail conditions. The judge granted Blessing CEO bail in absence of opposition. She was admitted to N10 million bail each with two sureties in like sum. There have also been speculations about some clauses added to the conditions which had made…