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  • Toyin Abraham unveils trailer for ‘Oversabi Aunty’ film

    Toyin Abraham unveils trailer for ‘Oversabi Aunty’ film

    Award-winning actress Toyin Abraham has released the official trailer for her latest film, ‘Oversabi Aunty’, a drama that explores themes of family dynamics, laughter, and real-life lessons.

    The movie, set to hit cinemas on December 19, promises to resonate with audiences through its powerful narrative.

    Abraham wrote, “She has a solution for everyone… and she’s bringing big comedy, family drama, loud laughter, and real-life lessons along with it. Watch the trailer for OVERSABI AUNTY. In cinemas nationwide from December 18, 2025. A film directed by @toyin_abraham. Distributed by @filmoneng”.

    The title ‘Oversabi Aunty’ is inspired by a viral moment at Priscilla Ojo’s wedding, where Abraham’s over-the-top antics earned her the moniker.

    The film boasts an impressive cast, including Tana Adelana, Mike Ezuruonye, and other notable actors.

    The premiere is scheduled for December 14, ahead of its nationwide release.

  • Omoni Oboli wins YouTube Nigeria content creator of the year award

    Omoni Oboli wins YouTube Nigeria content creator of the year award

    Actress and content creator Omoni Oboli has been crowned YouTube Nigeria Content Creator of the Year, topping the list as number one.

    The award marked a milestone in Oboli’s flourishing career as a YouTube personality.

    In a celebratory post, Oboli expressed her gratitude to God, attributing her success to divine favor.

    She also thanked her team, family, and fans for their unwavering support, acknowledging their role in her achievement.

    The actress dedicated her award to her partner, Tomi Adeoye, and her family, who have been instrumental in her journey.

    She wrote, “Where do I even begin to glorify you oh Lord! Oh for a thousand tongues to sing your praise. You have been too good to me. I am so unworthy yet you have chosen to bless me in ways I cannot comprehend.

    “YouTube Nigeria Content Creator of the Year. Number 1 @youtubeafrica My God, you are truly showing off with me. My heart is full and overflowing.

    “This has been an incredible year for Omoni Oboli TV. Every milestone, every breakthrough, every open door, I owe it all to you my cast, my crews and my beautiful besties. Thank you for every view, every like, every comment, every share, every post and every recommendation. You are the wind beneath our wings and I love you deeply.

    “To my best girl and partner, Tomi Adeoye @tomesadeoye this one is actually for you. To my family, thank you for holding me up and loving me through it all.

    “This validation, this honor, this recognition, I return it all to Jesus. Thank you Lord for choosing to shine your light on me.

    “Keep watching Omoni Oboli Tv on YouTube. I love being your number 1. If you haven’t subscribed, pls do so and join our 1.7 million strong community. It’s FREE”.

    The win has sparked widespread congratulations from fans and well-wishers.

  • 2Baba apologises to Nigerians amid marital controversy

    2Baba apologises to Nigerians amid marital controversy

    Music icon, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has asked Nigerians to forgive him and his family for the recent drama surrounding his marital issues with his wife, Natasha.

    The singer’s appeal came after a tumultuous period for the couple, with a viral video of his arrest in the UK and a heated argument during a live TV appearance, which sparked widespread speculation and criticism.

    Addressing his fans at a recent performance, 2Baba said, “Make una no vex again. Make una forgive me and my family and everybody,” expressing his desire for understanding and peace.

    The singer had earlier urged the public to stop criticising Natasha, stating that couples face disagreements, but emphasised that he was taking steps to address the situation and protect his family’s reputation.

  • Actor Jide Awobona celebrates women’s strength, resilience

    Actor Jide Awobona celebrates women’s strength, resilience

    Actor Jide Awobona has paid tribute to women, highlighting their strength, resilience, and beauty.

    In an Instagram post, he described women as the dawn of a new day, the warmth of the sun, and the gentle touch of a summer breeze, emphasising their power to create, nurture, heal, and inspire.

    He celebrated women as warriors, leaders, mothers, sisters, friends, and queens, with hearts full of love, kindness, and compassion.

    Awobona encouraged women to be bold, fearless, and unapologetic, embracing their true selves and pursuing their desires.

    He wrote: “A woman is a full circle. Within her is the power to create life, to nurture, to heal, and to inspire. She is the dawn of a new day, the warmth of the sun, and the gentle touch of a summer breeze. Her strength is not measured by her voice, but by the countless lives she touches. She is a warrior, a leader, a mother, a sister, a friend, and a queen.

    “Her heart is a garden of love, kindness, and compassion. Her soul is a canvas of beauty, creativity, and wisdom. She is a masterpiece, a work of art, a symphony of strength and resilience.

    “Today , I choose to celebrate every woman , especially those who stand beside us, who support and uplift us. And I inspire other women who are still not sure of who they are to strive for discovery, you’re more than what you think you are ,be bold, be fearless, and be unapologetic, face your fears and go for whatever you so desire,for every scar there is a story of survival, for every tear there is a tale of triumph, for every struggle there is a testament of strength.

    “Women, you are powerful, you are resilient, and you are enough. May your light shine bright, may your voice be heard, and may your spirit never be broken”.

  • NMA hails Afe Babalola for investments in healthcare, medical education

    NMA hails Afe Babalola for investments in healthcare, medical education

    The Nigerian Medical Association has lauded the Founder and Chancellor of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Aare Afe Babalola, for what it described as his outstanding contributions to healthcare delivery and medical education in the country.

    The first NMA Vice President, Dr. Benjamin Olowojebutu, gave the commendation on Monday when he led a high-member delegation to ABUAD on a courtesy visit.

    Olowojebutu said he was overwhelmed by the scale of investments in the 400-bed ABUAD Multi-System Hospital, the Industrial Park, the Independent Power Plant, and the ABUAD Enterprise Farms, describing the facilities as uncommon achievements by a private individual.

    He noted that the Multi-System Hospital, widely regarded by experts as one of the most well-equipped in Sub-Saharan Africa, had continued to raise the bar in the provision of modern medical services.

    According to him, the presence of two functional MRI machines, a dialysis centre with affordable charges, and an in-house oxygen plant demonstrated the university’s commitment to excellence.

    The NMA chief said he was particularly moved by the fact that Babalola, who has never held a political office, chose to situate the massive development in Ekiti rather than in bigger cities, stressing that the decision had placed the state prominently on the global map.

    “We are proud of what we have seen here today. What Aare Babalola has done is for humanity, and it deserves to be promoted and supported at all levels,” he said.

    Responding, Babalola thanked the NMA leadership for the visit and reflected on the decline in national standards compared to the early post-independence era.

    He said the success of ABUAD was inspired by his desire to institutionalise quality, functional education despite having stopped formal schooling at Standard VI.

    He added that the university’s vision had been validated by its ranking among the world’s top 100 universities in the 2025 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, where it also maintained its position as Nigeria’s best university for four consecutive years.

    The elder statesman urged wealthy Nigerians to invest meaningfully in education and health, saying even small acts of kindness could change lives.

  • Lizzy Anjorin bags second doctorate

    Lizzy Anjorin bags second doctorate

    Actress and entrepreneur Lizzy Anjorin has earned her second doctoral degree in Business Administration.

    Announcing the achievement in a celebratory social media post, she expressed gratitude and reflected on the challenges she overcame to reach the milestone.

    Anjorin, now formally addressed as Dr. (Chief) Mrs. Ololajulo Elizabeth Anjorin-Lawal, attributed the accomplishment to faith, hard work and determination, encouraging her followers to stay focused on their goals despite setbacks.

    “Tonight, the gown speaks louder than every hater’s mouth combined. Another Doctorate added to the collection. Doctorate in Business Administration. Second Doctorate. Still the same Lizzy that rose from the trenches of Lagos with nothing but faith, fire, and focus,” she wrote.

    “They said I couldn’t. I said Watch me. Now they’re watching… and swallowing every word they ever spat. Call me what you want, but from today, you WILL address me properly: Dr. (Chief) Mrs. Ololajulo Elizabeth Anjorin-Lawal. Two doctorates. One name. Zero duplicates.

    “From sleeping under the bridge to walking across the stage in academic glory, this is what grace, grind, and God look like. I didn’t just break the ceiling, I built a whole university on top of it.

    “Lizzy Warriors, make una gather here! Tag somebody who needs to see that your story can still change — no matter where you started. This one loud gan!”

  • Chef Dammy graduates from culinary school

    Chef Dammy graduates from culinary school

    Damilola Adeparusi, popularly known as Chef Dammy, has officially earned a Professional Culinary Art Chef diploma from the Hospitality Business School (HBS) in Lagos, Nigeria.

    The Ekiti-based chef completed the programme on a full scholarship sponsored by Horecabb Mentors, Ofadaboy, and the Ekiti State government.

    Chef Dammy’s graduation marks a significant milestone in her culinary career, following her widely publicised cook-a-thon attempt in June 2023.

    In an Instagram post, she expressed gratitude for the opportunity to learn from a top-tier institution, acknowledging the support of her sponsors, supporters, and the Nigerian government.

    Read Also: Aftermath of cook-a-thon challenge broke me – Chef Dammy

    She wrote, “It’s safe to say Chef Dammy is officially a professional chef. Grateful to have graduated from the best hospitality school in Nigeria, first in Africa and among the top 10 in the world. Cheers to the grace of God and the favor of men that have brought me this far.

    “To everything we’ve achieved in 2025, and to the even greater things ahead. God bless HBS. @hbshotelschool_lagos. God bless my sponsors. God bless my supporters. God bless Nigeria. And God bless me”.

    The scholarship program, which includes five additional courses, aims to produce well-rounded chefs.

  • Jason Derulo vows never to be alone with female colleague over lawsuit

    Jason Derulo vows never to be alone with female colleague over lawsuit

    American singer Jason Derulo has announced that he will never again be alone in a room with a female colleague.

    He said his decision stemmee from a nearly two-year sexual harassment lawsuit that has cost him millions despite being dismissed twice in other jurisdictions.

    In an interview with Graham Bensinger, Derulo said, “I will never be alone in a room with a woman that I work with… ever, ever again. That case was dismissed twice. And I lost so many brand deals, relationships off of a story that was not even slightly believable. Why didn’t they post the dismissal at least? Wouldn’t that be fair?”

    The interview came as aspiring singer Emaza Dilan has refiled her sexual harassment lawsuit against Derulo in New York, after similar claims were dismissed on procedural grounds in California and Nevada.

    Although no court has yet ruled on the substance of the allegations, Derulo said the lingering accusations have already cost him major brand partnerships and prompted him to fundamentally change how he interacts with women in professional settings.

  • Natasha celebrates 46th birthday, expresses gratitude to God 

    Natasha celebrates 46th birthday, expresses gratitude to God 

    Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, is celebrating her 46th birthday with reflections on her life’s journey and gratitude for God’s blessings.

    In a message shared on Instagram, she thanked God for His guidance and strength over the years, offering prayers for continued wisdom, protection, and purpose in the years ahead.

    “Dear God, As I turn 46 today, I thank You for grace, strength, and growth. Bless my journey ahead with wisdom, courage, and compassion. Keep my family, friends, constituents and all well-wishers safe and may You keep my path aligned with purpose. Amen”, she wrote.

    Akpoti-Uduaghan on Monday also gave back to her alma mater, Federal Government College Idoani, with projects including a 2000-seat auditorium, staff quarters, and solar-powered facilities, motivated by gratitude for her formative years there.

    “I’m honoured to facilitate the following projects, which shall be completed next year by the grace of God: 2000-seat capacity auditorium, 500-seat capacity multipurpose hall, 10 staff quarters, 300 solar street lights, 50,000 litres solar-powered water system,” she said.

    She stated that FGC Idoani nurtured her character, discipline, and leadership, making her contributions an act of gratitude, not politics.

    “FGC Idoani nurtured my character, discipline, and leadership; thus, giving back to my alma mater isn’t politics, it’s gratitude,” Akpoti-Uduaghan explained.

  • Wizkid’s son Champz reveals inspirations behind debut EP

    Wizkid’s son Champz reveals inspirations behind debut EP

    Champz, the 14-year-old son of global superstar, Wizkid, has opened up about the musical influences shaping his breakthrough project, Champion’s Arrival.

    In a recent interview with Glitch Africa, Champz mentioned UK rappers and Afro-fusion artists J Hus, Asko, Nines, and Clavish as key inspirations behind his debut EP.

    The young rapper’s sound blends Afro-swing and UK drill styles, characterised by gritty flows and street-rooted narratives.

    Champion’s Arrival has broken records, reaching Number one on Apple Music Nigeria’s top albums chart within five hours of release and amassing over a million streams in 24 hours.