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  • Omoni Oboli thanks fans over success of ‘Love in Every Word: The Wedding’ film

    Omoni Oboli thanks fans over success of ‘Love in Every Word: The Wedding’ film

    Filmmaker and actress Omoni Oboli has expressed gratitude t fans and supporters for overwhelming love and enthusiasm for her film, “Love in Every Word: The Wedding”.

    In a post on Instagram, she thanked them for celebrating her work and making her feel seen and appreciated.

    The actress acknowledged the impact of their support on her career, stating that it reminded her why she tells stories to touch hearts, make people laugh, and glorify God through love.

    Oboli wrote: “My dearest besties, I honestly don’t even know where to start. Every view, every comment, every post, every share… you’ve poured so much love into LOVE IN EVERY WORD: THE WEDDING, and my heart is so full. You stayed up late, you celebrated like it was your own win, and you made and are still making history with me.

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    “There were moments I cried reading your comments because I could feel your love through the screen. You made all the hard work worth it. You reminded me why I tell stories, to touch hearts, to make people laugh, and to glorify God through love.

    “From the bottom of my heart, thank you. You are the reason this dream keeps growing, and I’ll never take you for granted”.

  • BBNAIJA S10: Faith gets Innoson car despite disqualification

    BBNAIJA S10: Faith gets Innoson car despite disqualification

    Former Big Brother Naija housemate Faith has received his brand-new Innoson electric car worth N38 million despite being disqualified from the show.

    He won the car in a task before his exit on October 2, 2025, after a clash with fellow housemate Sultana.

    The show’s organiser’s confirmed that Faith would retain the car since he earned it before his disqualification.

    Faith was visibly excited when he inspected the car, asking about its battery level and checking the display showing the battery status.

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    The General Manager, Sales Operations at Innoson Vehicles, Obum Osigwe, shared a video of Faith picking up his new car on TikTok, captioning it “Faith finally picks up his Innoson vehicle. Congratulations”.

    Some fans and critics initially doubted Faith would receive the prize due to his disqualification, but the show’s organisers have upheld the rules, allowing him to keep the car.

    This win marks Faith’s second major prize of the season, following his earlier success in the SuperKomando challenge.

  • Odumodublvck weighs in on politics, race

    Odumodublvck weighs in on politics, race

    Rapper Odumodublvck has spoken on the country’s political system and the struggles of Black people in America.

    In an interview with BET,  Odumodublvck criticised the tendency of Nigerians to blame the President for every national problem, ignoring the roles of local government and state officials.

    “You have a local government, you have your councillor, you have your senator, the guys that are directly in charge of you, but when anything happens, they say ‘ah, Tinubu’. You’re a small fish to the president. The guy that is supposed to take care of you is the one opposite you. But that’s what you get when you use that kind of policy to govern a people – when everybody’s sovereignty is in the hands of one man,” he said.

    On politics, Odumodublvck stated that concentrating power in one person creates a system vulnerable to manipulation and corruption.

    “If he’s a good man, they can take away your liberty by threatening him. What if he’s a man who waited 20 years for a child, becomes a governor, and they tell him, ‘If you don’t do this corruption, we’ll harm your daughter’? Even if he wants to help the people, he doesn’t have a choice,” he said.

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    He emphasised that democracy is weakened when sovereignty is in the hands of one man, and that this system can lead to problems for citizens.

    “If the sovereignty is in the hand of one man, there’s a problem. I’ve said what I need to say,” he added.

    On the struggles of Black people in America, the rapper urged the community to move beyond the victim mentality and take advantage of new opportunities.

    He acknowledged the suffering of Black people in America but pointed out that it’s time to forgive and focus on progress.

    Odumodublvck also compared the struggles of Black people in America to those in Africa, stating that the latter have faced more severe hardships, including suffering at the hands of their own people.

    “We cannot deny that America is now a better place for Black people. Black people have suffered in America, yes, but it’s time to step away from the victim mentality. We now have Black-owned businesses, a former Black president, people doing well in sports – now is the time to fly”, he added.

  • Omoni Oboli celebrates 25th wedding anniversary

    Omoni Oboli celebrates 25th wedding anniversary

    Filmmaker and actress Omoni Oboli is celebrating 25 years of marriage with husband, Nnamdi Oboli.

    The actress shared a romantic post on Instagram, expressing gratitude and love for her partner.

    Omoni Oboli described Nnamdi as her “King, best friend, and partner in purpose”.

    She highlighted the importance of their faith, friendship, and commitment to each other, stating that “love, real love, is built on friendship, laughter, grace, and prayer”.

    The actress praised Nnamdi for being her rock, calling him her “safe place, biggest cheerleader, and the wind beneath my wings”.

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    She also reflected on the memories they’ve shared, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the legacy they’re building together.

    She wrote: “25 Years of Forever. A quarter of a century with you @nnamdioboli I sometimes wonder what I did to deserve you!

    “My King, my best friend, my partner in purpose! Twenty five years and it still feels like we are just getting started. Through every season, God has held us, refined us, and reminded me again and again that love, real love, is built on friendship, laughter, grace, and prayer.

    “We have grown, changed, cried, and conquered side by side. You have been my safe place, my biggest cheerleader, the wind beneath my wings and the one who sees me beyond the spotlight. With you, I have learned that partnership is not just about romance, it is about showing up daily, choosing each other, and believing in what God is doing through us.

    “Here is to every memory we have made, every storm we have weathered, and every new adventure ahead. I am so grateful for the life we have built, the love that keeps growing, and the legacy we are creating together.

    “I love you deeply, now and always #25YearsOfLove #ForeverMyKing”.

  • 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”.

  • Why some Nigerians don’t like me – Soludo’s son

    Ozonna, son of Anambra Governor Charles Soludo, has spoken out about the criticism he faces on social media particularly from some Nigerians.

    Speaking with content creator Goodybagg, Ozonna said the negative attention is a natural consequence of being visible and confident.

    He said: “I think it just kind of comes with it. Anybody that is visible and confident, you are going to get hate. I am not going to apologise to them for not liking me, I am going to keep being myself”.

    Ozonna emphasised that he will not change himself to please others, referencing his strong sense of self.

    “I do not do this to be liked by everyone because I have a very strong sense of myself  and I am not willing to apologise for that. So I am not going to stop doing anything just because someone doesn’t like me,” he said.

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    He noted that the diversity of the global population means that not everyone will have the same opinions or preferences, “We are billions of people on the planet and we are all different,” he added.

    The comments come after Ozonna participated in the viral “What’s in your bag” challenge, which sparked controversy and debate online.

    Speaking about his fashion choices, especially his bag, Ozonna said: “I just like the bag, the vintage Balenciaga. It has a kind of vibe. I can buy any bag, but I buy this one because it speaks to me and gravitates towards me. It deeply resonates with me.”

    He said despite facing criticism and speculation, he remains confident and unapologetic about his choices.

  • 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”.