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Billboard names Olamide among 2025 global power players
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Drug abuse among Nigerian youths alarming, Small Doctor laments
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FG, chocolate city to upgrade national film institute
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PICTORIAL: Banky W bags Master's degree in Policy Management from US varsity
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(VIDEO) From Nollywood to Navy: Actress Grace-Charis Bassey becomes US sailor, citizen
Nollywood actor, Okanlawon criticises EFCC's naira abuse crackdown on celebrities
Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon has taken a swipe at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission for targeting entertainers amid its crackdown on naira abuse. Okanlawon criticised the EFCC during an...
22nd May 2025Billboard names Olamide among 2025 global power players
Billboard has recognised Nigerian rap icon and YBNL label boss Olamide Gbenga Adedeji, fondly called Olamide, as one of the Global Power Players for 2025. The prestigious honour recognises his leaders...
21st May 2025Drug abuse among Nigerian youths alarming, Small Doctor laments
Nigerian street-pop sensation Adekunle Temitope, popularly known as Small Doctor, has voiced deep concern over the growing rate of drug abuse among young Nigerians. Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) ...
21st May 2025FG, chocolate city to upgrade national film institute
The Federal Government has entered into a strategic partnership with the Chocolate City Group to transform the National Film Institute into a world-class film school and production centre. According t...
21st May 2025PICTORIAL: Banky W bags Master's degree in Policy Management from US varsity
Nigerian singer and politician, Bankole Wellington, popularly called Banky W, has earned a Master’s degree in Policy Management from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., USA. He announced this...
20th May 2025(VIDEO) From Nollywood to Navy: Actress Grace-Charis Bassey becomes US sailor, citizen
Nollywood actress, Grace-Charis Bassey, formerly known as Belinda Effah, has graduated from the United States Navy’s boot camp, officially earning the title of Sailor and taking the oath of allegi...
20th May 2025Davido, Asa to perform at sports festival's opening
The Director General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has confirmed two top Nigerian musicians, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, and Bukola Elemide, also known as Asa, for t...
18th May 2025Dele Momodu celebrated by high society at 65
The city of Lagos sparkled a little brighter over the weekend, as popular journalist and media entrepreneur, Dele Momodu, marked his 65th birthday in grand style. The party held on Victoria Island bro...
18th May 2025I’m not under pressure to outdo Lisabi — Lateef Adedimeji
Following the success of his film Lisabi at the recently held Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, where it won Best Indigenous Language Movie and two other awards, actor and producer, Lateef Aded...
18th May 2025There’s more to music than money, women — Ruggedman
Popular rapper, Ruggedman, has stated that music should go beyond themes of money, women, sex and drugs, urging artistes to explore more meaningful content. Speaking in an interview with Sunday Scoop,...
18th May 2025Bennylee teams up with Vector on Culture
Budding afrobeats artiste, Bennylee, has made a bold statement with the release of his latest single titled, Culture, featuring rapper, Vector. The track marks a significant milestone in Bennylee’s ...
18th May 2025The gods inspired my appearance at AMVCA –Pretty Mike
Popular socialite, Mike Nwogu, aka Pretty Mike, has stated that “the gods” directed him to dress the way he did for the 2025 AMVCA. Known for his dramatic entrances and unconventional style, Prett...
18th May 2025MC Charlene kicks off new talk show
Media personality, MC Charlene, has kicked off her new talk show, The Real You with MC Charlene, now streaming on Afrovibes TV/Radio, Roku TV, and Amazon Fire. A statement sent to Sunday Scoop stated ...
18th May 2025Amarachi Joy reflects on two decades in gospel music
Gospel singer, Amarachi Joy, has opened up about how her song, Favour Room, catapulted her to prominence in the gospel music scene. Speaking in a statement shared with Sunday Scoop, Amarachi, who be...
18th May 2025Andre Vibez unveils record label
Award-winning music producer and songwriter, Andre Vibez, has unveiled his record label— Vibez Music Factory. The launch, announced in a statement made available to journalists, marks a new chapter ...
18th May 2025I’m going through midlife crisis, Desmond Elliot confesses
Nollywood actor and politician, Desmond Elliot, got social media buzzing recently over the unique outfit he wore to the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. Elliot turned heads in a flamboyant black...
17th May 2025The power behind the hits: Nigeria’s top artiste managers
The Nigerian music industry has witnessed exponential growth in recent years, with revenues projected to hit $8.03m by 2027. While top artistes headline global stages, behind every chart-topping hit a...
17th May 2025Firm enlists Iya Rainbow as brand ambassador
Majeurs Holdings, a luxury furniture manufacturer, has unveiled veteran actress, Idowu Philips, popularly known as Iya Rainbow, as its brand ambassador. The partnership was formalised at a contract si...
17th May 2025Chichi Nworah excited by AMVCA win
In another recognition of her contributions to the film industry, Chinenye “Chichi” Nworah clinched the Best Scripted M-Net Original award at the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards for her...
17th May 2025Phyno releases daughter’s photos, fans hunt for baby mama
Popular rapper, Chibuzor Azubuike, aka Phyno, recently set social media abuzz by sharing photos of his daughter in celebration of her second birthday. The unexpected post not only delighted fans but...
17th May 2025Aderonke Atere returns with ‘Love Loop’
Actress and entrepreneur, Aderonke Atere, who has been off the radar for a while, is making a return to the film industry with her new movie titled, ‘Love Loop’. In a statement sent to Saturday Be...
17th May 2025I heal slowly after breakups– Caramel Plugg
Comedian and content creator, Ogechi Ukonu, popularly known as Caramel Plugg, has shared insights into how she navigates heartbreaks and emotional transitions after relationships In a recent interview...
17th May 2025I can endure anything for fashion – Papaya Ex
Social media influencer and content creator, Abike Raheem, popularly known as Papaya Ex, has addressed her critics, urging them to take things less seriously, as she does not dwell on negativity. Spea...
17th May 2025Chris Brown remanded in custody until June in UK assault case
American R&B singer Chris Brown, former boyfriend of superstar Rihanna, was Friday remanded in custody until June 13 by a UK court, charged with assault over a 2023 incident. The judge’s dec...
16th May 2025Nigerian music label signs S'African artiste
Nigeria’s Pond Entertainment signs South African-born artiste Nonofang Disetlhe known by her stage name, Blulyt. This according to a statement shared with PUNCH Online on Friday is described as a mo...
16th May 2025AFRIMA 2025: AU awards host city right to Lagos
Lagos has been chosen by the African Union Commission and the International Committee of AFRIMA to host the 2025 edition of the All Africa Music Awards. A Wednesday statement noted that the city will ...
15th May 2025Popular content creator, Monalisa Stephen, is dead
A plus-size actress and content creator, Monalisa Stephen, is dead. It was gathered that she died in Lagos on Tuesday after battling low blood sugar and internal bleeding. The news of her death was an...
14th May 2025Why I’ve been living in a church for six years despite ill-health, missing daughter — Actress Jumoke George
Veteran Nollywood actress, Jumoke George, has opened up in a emotional interview on how she started living in a church six years ago, while battling illness and the heartbreak of a missing child. Spea...
14th May 2025Funke Akindele named among most influential women in international film
Nigerian actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, has been named one of The Hollywood Reporter’s “Most Influential Women in International Film,” a prestigious global list celebrating 46 visionary ...
13th May 2025'I've been homeless for six years,' Actress Jumoke George cries out over health struggles, missing child
Veteran Nollywood actress, Jumoke George, has made a public plea for help, revealing a series of personal and health struggles that have left her homeless and unwell. In a snippet of her interview on ...
13th May 2025‘Proud moment for Kwarans,' Saraki lauds Femi Adebayo’s AMVCA win
Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has congratulated popular Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Femi Adebayo, on his recent win at the 11th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. In a post on X.c...
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