Category: Celebrity Gist
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You just have to believe us when we say Mercy Aigbe is a queen when it comes to fashion. Owambe, she is there. Weddings, she slays. Red carpets, premieres, film screenings — Aigbe has built a reputation around showing up fully formed, every single time. So when she arrived at the premiere of “Colours of…
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As the yuletide season heats up across Edo State — from Benin City nightclubs to street carnivals, weddings, and end-of-year hangouts — one thing is clear: Edo music is controlling the December vibes. In 2025, Edo artists have delivered sounds that are not just trending online but are actively dominating party speakers, DJ sets, and…
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As Christmas lights glow across Benin City and families prepare for the yuletide celebrations, 2025 has reminded Edo people that the festive season does not pause drama. From social media clashes to police involvement and viral accusations, several Edo-linked celebrities and public figures found themselves at the centre of controversy this year. While none of…
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Doris Ogala Calls on DSS to Investigate Pastor Chris Okafor’s Church Altar — “They Should Dig It Up”
Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has once again thrust herself into the centre of a heated public controversy involving Lagos-based cleric Pastor Chris Okafor, founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry (also known as Liberation City). In a video shared during an appearance on the KAA Truths podcast, Ogala urged Nigeria’s Department of State…
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Popular TikToker Peller has publicly apologized following a recent controversy that sparked intense reactions online. In a heartfelt message shared via social media, the content creator admitted fault and called on the public to stop directing harassment toward fellow influencer Jarvis. “I am very sorry for what I did. I let my emotions get the…
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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has formally expressed deep concern over the title of actress Ini Edo’s newly released movie, A Very Dirty Christmas, describing it as offensive and disrespectful to the Christian faith. The association’s position was made known in an official statement signed by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, and released to…
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The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest and detention of popular TikToker Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, following a viral video that showed him engaging in reckless driving during a live stream, which resulted in a serious road crash. According to an official statement issued on December 16, 2025, and signed by…
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Popular content creator and commentator Broda Mike has reacted to the recent arrest of a public figure, distancing himself from online mockery and explaining why the incident failed to gain widespread traction on social media. In a video shared on TikTok via @brodamike1, Broda Mike stated: “I was not among the people who mocked and…
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Controversial social commentator VeryDarkMan (VDM) has launched a scathing attack on Peller, describing him as selfish, toxic, destructive, and irresponsible, while issuing a strong warning to Jarvis to stay away from him. In a statement that has since sparked intense reactions online, VDM argued that the recent incident involving Peller should serve as a clear…
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Nigerian music superstar Davido has publicly criticized the Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) of Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, calling their actions “very embarrassing.” Reacting to reports of the SSAs’ recent conduct, Davido questioned their loyalty and professional alignment with the governor. “How can these two be working for a governor? Very embarrassing,” he wrote, expressing…