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  • You are beautiful, you are enough, Etinosa Idemudia tells ladies battling PCOS

    You are beautiful, you are enough, Etinosa Idemudia tells ladies battling PCOS

    Actress Etinosa Idemudia has shared her struggles with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age, on Instagram.

    She revealed that she was trolled online for having body fat which is a symptom of PCOS.

    She wrote: “A lady came to troll me talking about visceral fat. I didn’t get angry, I googled it and found out it is from a female targeted medical condition called PCOS.

    “I discussed with my Gynae on how to manage this because PCOS has no cure you only manage its symptoms..

    “I’m writing this to every woman out there-with PCOS to tell you that you are not alone. Even if it’s your husband that is mocking you or strangers online. You will overcome.

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    “I carried my baby and you will carry your baby. That facial hair or stubborn fat does not make you any less. You are beautiful and you are enough.”

    The actress, who has been open about her journey, mentioned that she recently underwent surgery to reduce body fat as part of her efforts to manage her condition.

    Etinosa has been battling PCOS for years, and her experience has not been without challenges.

    She previously shared that she struggled with PCOS for seven years before eventually conceiving and giving birth to her child.

    The mother of one is using her platform to raise awareness about PCOS and encourage other women who may be going through similar struggles.

    She emphasised the importance of self-love and acceptance, urging women with PCOS not to let their condition define their self-worth.

  • BBNaija’s Tuoyo alleges brutal treatment by NDLEA operatives during nightclub raid

    BBNaija’s Tuoyo alleges brutal treatment by NDLEA operatives during nightclub raid

    Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Tuoyo Ideh has accused the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) of assaulting him during a raid at Proxy Nightclub in Lagos.

    Popular Lagos socialite Pretty Mike and over 100 guests were arrested in the early hours of Sunday, October 26, during an NDLEA operation at the nightclub.

    Reacting to his ordeal, Tuoyo claimed that despite being cleared during the initial screening, he was forcefully taken into custody, beaten with sticks and ordered to perform frog jumps as punishment.

    Tuoyo, who was at the club as a promoter, shared a video on his Instagram page narrating his ordeal and describing the physical and emotional pain he endured.

    He said: “I’m a promoter, if you see me outside, it’s because of business I promote for different clubs.

    “I have not even sat down for up to 30 minutes, all I heard was, ‘Everybody go down!’. I looked up and I saw people that wore black,  and I saw military personnel. They asked us to drop our phones, then after some time, they stood us up, checked me, checked my bag, checked every single thing from me, and they checked my socks, checked everything. They didn’t find anything at all, and asked us to go outside after 3am.

    “We went outside and sat on the floor, which was humiliating, we started asking after some hours please, what is happening.

    “I posted on my social media platform, and I’m like, I have been arrested by the NDLEA for no just cause, which basically was a no just cause, because I was not found with anything at all. Then after like 30 minutes, or 40 minutes, I just see a woman just came and pointed, the people just ran away from the office, and just pointed me, ‘he’s the one.’ Like five guys literally rushed towards me, they first brushed me and slapped me… and one even said, ‘Na you go post abi? Shoot him.’ They were beating me.

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    “As I was rolling on the floor back and forth, they were hitting me with sticks, kicking and slapping me. I was breathing so fast; I thought I was going to give up. I’ve never been beaten like that in my life.”

    He captioned the video, “Nigeria finally happened to me, Everything that happened on Saturday when I was out at Proxy Lagos to NDLEA office.

    “I can’t even stand or lie down properly, the pain the NDLEA officers inflicted on me after beating me like a criminal, my whole body, my legs, hands, back and my head is in so much pain, not even funny at all,” Tuoyo added.

    “Yesterday I felt so helpless, the intimidation and humiliation was so much on me and everyone else present.

    “We stay in a country in which our human rights are taken from us, and no single freedom of speech”.

  • 2Baba marks 25 years in music with open letter

    2Baba marks 25 years in music with open letter

    Music superstar 2Baba has penned an open letter to celebrate his 25 years in the industry.

    In a message on Instagram, he expressed deep gratitude to those who have contributed to his journey, acknowledging the individuals who played pivotal roles in his early days.

    “As I stand on the threshold of 25 years in this incredible journey called music, my heart is full of gratitude, memories, lessons, and love.

    “This celebration is not mine alone. It belongs to everyone who played a role in shaping the story of Innocent Idibia, 2Baba,” he wrote.

    2Baba credited Nelson Brown for discovering and believing in Plantashun Boiz, the group that launched his career alongside Faze and Blackface.

    “You were the first to see light in the dream of three young men when no one else believed. You gave us a voice when we barely had a microphone, a space when all we had was a dream,” he said.

    He also expressed appreciation to industry veterans Baba Keke and D1, describing them as mentors who gave him his first professional deal, which changed not only his life but also the entire entertainment landscape.

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    “You opened doors that led us from dreams to destiny, we made history together; we won together. You stood as mentors and big brothers, and your names will forever be etched in my story,” he said.

    The musician also thanked Eddie Lawani for providing a platform for Plantashun Boiz to showcase their talent when opportunities were limited, and legendary disc jockey DJ Jimmy Jatt for showing him love and loyalty from the onset of his career.

    2Baba noted that the anniversary is not just a personal milestone but also a celebration of everyone who has contributed to the growth of Nigerian music.

    “Without the people who believed, corrected, and supported me, my story would have been incomplete”, he wrote in part.

    With a career spanning decades, 2Baba has become one of Africa’s most influential and decorated music icons, with classic hits like “African Queen,” “If Love Is a Crime,” and “For Instance.”

    He has consistently used his platform to promote unity, love, and social change through his music and humanitarian initiatives.

  • Teni teases new collab with American rapper Gunna

    Teni teases new collab with American rapper Gunna

    Afrobeats singer Teni has teased a new collaboration with American rapper Gunna on a track titled “Speed”.

    The singer shared a snippet of the upcoming single on her socials, showcasing the bold fusion of Afrobeats and Trap that promises to dominate global playlists.

    In the clip, Teni can be seen ‘vibing’ energetically to the unreleased track, confidently declaring it “the baddest song in the world”.

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    The instrumental is fast-paced and vibrant, perfectly capturing the dynamic chemistry between Teni’s soulful vocals and Gunna’s signature rhythmic flow.

    This collaboration marks another significant milestone in the ongoing crossover between African and American music, with both artists bringing their unique styles to the table.

    Teni, is known for her genre-bending hits like “For You” and “Billionaire”, continues to push creative boundaries with her sound, while Gunna got smooth Trap style and chart-topping hits like “Drip Too Hard” and “Speed It Up”.

  • Tim Godfrey pens open letter to the ‘labelled’

    Tim Godfrey pens open letter to the ‘labelled’

    Gospel singer Tim Godfrey has written an open letter to those who have been labelled, judged, and misunderstood. 

    In an Instagram post, Tim Godfrey shared his experiences of being labelled and judged but emphasised that Jesus never labelled people, instead choosing to love and accept them for who they are.

    The singer reminded readers that they don’t have to fit into a certain mold or image to be loved by God, and that grace is available to everyone, regardless of their background or circumstances.

    He referenced Romans 8:38-39, which says that nothing can separate us from God’s love, and Titus 3:5, which emphasises that salvation comes through God’s mercy, not our own works.

    Godfrey wrote: “OPEN LETTER TO THE LABELED. To the one they called too much. To the one religion judged before hearing your story. To the one who stopped going to gatherings because the whispers were louder than the sermons. This is for you. I know what it feels like to be labeled.
    To be misunderstood because of how you look, how you express, or how you create.

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    “I’ve heard the words too “worldly,” “rebellious,” “fake,” “unspiritual.” I’ve seen the stares, the distance, the disapproval. But here’s what I’ve learned. Jesus never labeled people. He loved them. He sat with the broken, touched the untouchable, and called the forgotten family.

    “You may carry tattoos on your skin. You may have gold in your hair or dreads that make them stare. You may have been told you don’t fit the “Religious image.” But guess what??? Neither did Jesus. He was rejected, misunderstood, and called names — Yet He loved louder. He healed harder. He forgave deeper.

    “So, to everyone who’s ever been boxed, branded, or broken or Labeled
    You are seen. You are loved. You are chosen. And no matter what label they’ve put on you, Grace still has your name on it.

    “(Romans 8:38-39 – “Nothing can separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”). This is your reminder: You don’t have to clean up to come to Him. You come to Him, and He does the cleansing through love.
    (Titus 3:5 – Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us.)

    “On October 31st, 2025, We’re releasing more than an album —We’re releasing a sound, a cry, a movement. NO LABEL isn’t just MUSIC
    It’s a message. A reminder that grace has no dress code.
    That the finished work of the Cross still covers every story, every scar, every soul.

    “Because Jesus didn’t come for the perfect. He came for the real. And if you’ve ever been pushed away, Know this: He’s still reaching for you. Welcome to NO LABEL”.

  • Bambam, Teddy A raise awareness on cervical cancer

    Bambam, Teddy A raise awareness on cervical cancer

    Actress Bamike Adenibuyan popularly known as Bambam, and husband Teddy A, have joined the fight against cervical cancer in a video posted on Instagram.

    The couple emphasised the importance of awareness, early screening, and protection against Human Papillomavirus (HPV), which can lead to life-threatening diseases.

    As parents of two beautiful girls, Bambam and Teddy A expressed their desire for a future where their daughters can grow up healthy, empowered, and free from preventable illnesses.

    They encouraged open conversations and action to protect each other, stressing that awareness saves lives.

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    Captioning the video, Bambam wrote: “Every two minutes, a woman somewhere loses her life to cervical cancer. Here at home in Nigeria, too many of those stories are our mothers, sisters, aunties, friends.

    “HPV is common. It often has no signs. And once some types of HPV stay in the body, it can lead to life-threatening disease.
    But awareness, early screening and protection can save lives.

    “As parents raising two beautiful girls, this is personal. We want a future where our daughters can grow up healthy, empowered, and free from preventable illness.

    “This conversation isn’t just for hospitals or campaigns. It starts in our homes, with love, with courage, with information. Let’s talk and take action. Let’s protect each other. Awareness saves lives”.

  • Portable urges Regina Daniels to stay loyal to husband amid marital speculations

    Portable urges Regina Daniels to stay loyal to husband amid marital speculations

    Controversial musician Portable has waded into the ongoing marital issues between actress Regina Daniels and husband, Senator Ned Nwoko.

    In a recent Instagram post, Portable advised Regina to remain loyal to the husband, cautioning her against leaving him for someone else.

    The musician’s comments come on the heels of Regina’s cryptic post on Instagram, where she shared a stunning photo of herself with the caption, “Even when table turn, we go still dey chop for the table.”

    In his advice to Regina, Portable emphasised the importance of loyalty in a marriage, stating that a wife who remains loyal to her husband enjoys life more.

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    He also warned Regina that no other man would treat her better than Ned Nwoko, who provides for her.

    “No go anywhere oooo. Reason before you go anywhere no man go make you happy like the man wey put you for house value what you have make you no go come back like Aya oba wey park comot for omo Ola house don dey beg to come back because no responsibility man out side na hook up full out.

    “Aya oba wey comot for omo Ola house don dey beg to come back because no responsible man outside na chop and go everybody won do,” he wrote.

  • ‘Why I chose Odumodublvck as stage name’

    ‘Why I chose Odumodublvck as stage name’

    Rapper Tochukwu Ojogwu popularly known as Odumodublvck has revealed how his stage name originated.

    In a recent interview with BET Network, the rapper explained that the name came from a childhood moment that unexpectedly stuck.

    “Odumodu means masquerade. So I tried to scare someone and he called me that name and I was like, ‘no don’t call me that,’” he recalled. “You know it’s that name you don’t want to be called.”

    The name eventually caught on after an encounter involving his mother. “One day my mom came to visit me in school and they were like, ‘yo, Odumodu’s mom is around,’ and she’s like, ‘who’s that?’ And I’m like, ‘that’s what it is,’ then I started making music,” he said.

    Before adopting the name, the rapper went by another moniker, which he now dismisses as forgettable.

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    “The name I had first was T Flows – whack name. There are probably like a hundred thousand T Flows in the world, but there’s only one Odumodublvck,” he stated.

    Odumodublvck added that his choice to embrace the name was deliberate, despite how others reacted.

    “If I didn’t bear that name Odumodublvck till the end of the world, there would never have been another Odumodublvck. When I told my friends that my name’s going to be Odumodu Blvck they started laughing. I said, ‘yes, that’s the point. That’s the name there,’” he said.

  • Rada Cheang slams Michael Blackson’s ‘pathetic’ apology amid cheating scandal

    Rada Cheang slams Michael Blackson’s ‘pathetic’ apology amid cheating scandal

    Rada, Michael Blackson’s ex-fiancée, has responded to his apology, calling it “pathetic”.

    She expressed disappointment and hurt, stating that she had loved him deeply but had stopped seeing him as a man and instead saw him as a boy who just wanted to be loved.

    Rada also took accountability for staying in the relationship too long, describing it as a “circus”, and emphasised that she was never his type.

    According to her, she’s now focused on her 4-month-old son and walking in peace, guided by God’s grace.

    In her Instagram post, Rada wrote: “I don’t normally respond but let’s just agree that was the most pathetic post or apology ever. I’m walking in peace, guided by God’s grace. My energy belongs to my 4-month-old son, not to negativity.

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    “People always tell me they are embarrassed for me or it’s getting embarrassing at this point……but for me, When love runs that deep, you stop seeing the man and start seeing the boy who just wanted to be loved – and that’s what breaks you. I didn’t just love, I understood – the pain, the innocence, the child in him.

    “With that said, i take full accountability for staying in the circus too long. His type was never me because I’m a real woman. This is what happens when you hold a man down 100%”.

    Michael Blackson, on the other hand, has apologised for the pain he’s caused Rada and expressed his desire to be a good father to his children.

    He also jokingly mentioned that he’s planning to date women who are no longer able to bear children to avoid having more kids.

  • Ice Prince declares Abuja Africa’s number one world-class city 

    Ice Prince declares Abuja Africa’s number one world-class city 

    Rapper Ice Prince has declared Abuja the number one world-class city in Africa.

    The rapper, in a post on his X expressed pride in the nation’s capital, describing it as a city Nigerians have collectively built over the years.

    “As a Nigerian, I am extremely proud of the city we have all built in Abuja. Watching it grow from 1996 Abacha NTA till 2025 Wike FCT, I can confidently debate that Abuja is Africa’s number one world-class city,” he wrote.

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    His statement has since generated reactions on social media, with many Nigerians sharing mixed opinions about his claim.