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Adekunle Gold marked a historic milestone in Nigerian cultural history as the first artist to headline the newly renovated Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts (National Theatre Nigeria), Lagos, delivering a sold-out orchestral concert alongside the MUSON Orchestra and his band, The 79th Element. Selling out within five days of announcement, the concert was both a testament to Adekunle Gold’s cultural stature and a powerful reintroduction of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts (National Theatre) as a home for ambitious, world-class artistic expression. The evening unfolded as a masterful fusion of heritage and innovation, redefining what is possible for live…

The West African cinema industry recorded a strong performance in 2025, generating a total box office gross of N15.6 billion from theatrical releases across the region. The figure, compiled by FilmOne Entertainment, shows a total of 2.79 million people who went to see movies in cinemas in 2025, with 248 new films shown across 122 cinemas in West Africa. According to the scorecard posted on the film’s official Instagram page on Tuesday, 16 movies crossed the N200 million mark, while 14 Nollywood films earned above N100 million. The average movie ticket price for the year stood at N5,596. n the…

Afrobeats star Wizkid made a surprise appearance at Gunna’s headline show at Detty December Fest on Monday night, delivering one of the standout moments of the festival. The unannounced appearance happened midway through Gunna’s set at Ilubirin, Ikoyi, when the beat switched to their joint track, “Forever Be Mine.” Wizkid then walked onto the stage to loud cheers from the crowd, joining Gunna for a brief live performance of the song. The track, which appears on Gunna’s 2025 album “The Last Wun,” was performed live for only the second time, following its debut at Afro+ Fest in Washington, D.C., in September. Both artists,…

At was an arresting spectacle, the kind that stills the breath before it steals the heart. A living, breathing constellation of music lovers stretched endlessly beneath the lights of the 32,000-capacity Madison Square Garden in Midtown Manhattan. A sea of heads, swaying and shimmering, as though the night itself had learned how to dance. More than 30,000 people—Black, white, Hispanic, French, English, and everything in between—gathered shoulder to shoulder, their differences dissolving into one shared rhythm. Voices rose in unison, singing every lyric at the top of their lungs, surrendering fully to the mellifluous beats pouring from the stage. In…

The wife of Nigerian music superstar Davido, Chioma Adeleke, has given fans a glimpse into her Christmas celebration. The trained chef took to Instagram on Christmas Day to share a short video of a pot roast she prepared, proudly describing it as the best she has ever made. The clip showed the rich-looking meal simmering invitingly, instantly drawing admiration from followers. “Merry Christmas. This is the most delicious pot roast I’ve ever had,” Chioma wrote in the caption. While many fans were still admiring the dish, Davido’s response in the comment section quickly stood out. “Greatness begins!” the singer wrote.…

The 2Baba Foundation has once again thrilled residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) by offering the iconic music star for a command and special performance at the Abuja countdown to 2026. The event, organized by Yankee Entertainment in collaboration with Renewed Hope Youth Engagement and the Office of the Special Assistant to the President on Social Events, is designed to usher Abuja residents into the New Year with high-energy entertainment, marking a joyful start to 2026. The 2Baba Foundation is widely known for its strong public partnerships, particularly on events that connect with grassroots communities and fans across the country. Speaking…

In a candid interview on Naija FM, Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede has shared her views on marriage, stating that she is not actively seeking to remarry and labelling the institution as “overrated.” Drawing on her own experiences, she discussed the pressures and expectations often associated with marriage and relationships. Jegede highlighted the trend of couples who spend years dating only to face challenges post-marriage. “I’ve seen many people date for 15 or 17 years, marry for just two or three years, and then end up breaking up. Sometimes it makes you wonder if they should have just continued dating without…

A viral TikTok story is going wild after a Nigerian lady revealed she ended up marrying the same man she turned down seven years ago. In her wedding video, the bride shared how back in 2018 she rejected the man’s proposal — but instead of giving up, he “re-branded” himself, worked hard, and came back swinging. She confessed: “I’m marrying for money, not for love.” The clip showed her dancing in traditional attire, celebrating the return of “the one I once turned down.” Social media reacted fast with comments like: “Omo, the matter choke!”“He went silent and worked — now…

A Nigerian man’s loyalty test went totally sideways — and now his best friend is married to the woman he once asked to date. The story began back in 2017, when Usman Zannah revealed on social media that he asked his best friend Aliyu to “go test” his then-girlfriend’s faithfulness. The aim? See if she would stay loyal or switch sides. But fate had other plans. “Today marks exactly two years since I sent my best friend Aliyu to go and try to date my girlfriend… They are now married with one child,” Usman had posted in 2019. Fast forward…

This hit differently. Yemi Alade recently revealed that she struggled with depression after she admitted to under-reporting her age for three years. In an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, the Grammy-nominated singer confessed that she told people she was 22 — only to discover later she was actually 25. That “revelation” plunged her into emotional turmoil. She said she felt pressured by industry expectations and the “age game,” which pushed her into a mental and emotional storm. “I kept saying I was 22 for 3 years… when I realised I was 25, I was depressed for a few days,”…