Category: Celebrity Gist
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When history remembers the greatest music exports from Edo State, one name will forever stand at the very top — Rema. Born Divine Ikubor in Benin City, Edo State, the Afrobeats superstar has transformed from a talented teenager recording freestyle videos into one of the biggest global music icons of his generation. At just 26…
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The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Department of State Services (DSS) to investigate allegations that sensitive videos tendered as evidence in an ongoing coup plot trial were leaked and later appeared on social media through popular activist and social media personality, VeryDarkMan. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik gave the directive on Tuesday after the…
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Nigerian Streamer Peller Pays Bride Price For Jarvis— Mother Of His Unborn Child. Peller shares that he has officially paid Jarvis’ bride price in Benin Peller why? You still growing as a child why get married now eehn.. I tried my possible best to help you but you failed to listen to me.. pic.twitter.com/vfO6u0AZ2p— GehGeh…
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Renowned British-Nigerian rapper and music executive Skepta has sparked intense debate across social media after directly calling out Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, over the worsening economic hardships and rampant insecurity plaguing the West African nation. In a concise post on X on May 30, 2026, the Mercury Prize-winning artist, born Joseph Olaitan Adenuga Jr.,…
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Nollywood icon Genevieve Nnaji has revealed that a career in acting was never part of her original plan, it was fashion that first captured her heart. Speaking in a candid interview with Bollywood actress Tara Sutaria at Cannes 2026, the celebrated star reflected on her path into the entertainment industry and the broader role of…
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When Nigerians talk about the greatest comic actors to ever touch Nollywood, one name always enters the conversation — Sam Loco Efe. From village comedy movies to emotional family dramas, Sam Loco was more than just an actor. He was an era. A legend. A man whose voice, facial expressions, and natural delivery could make…
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Troops of 4 Brigade have arrested 12 suspected kidnappers in Edo North and Edo Central senatorial districts. The suspects were arrested in separate operations that commenced on May 12, 2026, in the Owan East, Esan South-East, and Esan North-East Local Government Areas of the State. DAILY POST reports that Captain Kennedy Anyanwu, Assistant Director, Army…
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Prince Henry Odianosen Okojie, husband of Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson, has emerged the All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate for the Esan North-East/Esan South-East Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections. Okojie announced his victory following the APC primary election and expressed gratitude to Monday Okpebholo and the party leadership for their support and confidence in his…
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Businessman Isaac Fayose has reportedly lost his wife after a battle with cancer. Family members, friends, and supporters have continued to send condolences and prayers to him and his family during this difficult period. Rest In Peace My darling wife 💔 https://www.instagram.com/p/DYZHZvcjmtp/?igsh=M3NmMWIxYnllY2w3
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After 8-year break, Genevieve Nnaji lands major role in BBC’s ‘Wahala’ After nearly eight years away from acting, veteran Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji is making a major return to the screen with a lead role in BBC Studios’ upcoming thriller series, Wahala. The celebrated actress, whose last on-screen appearance came in the 2018 movie Lionheart,…