Author: Ibrahim Bello

Nollywood performer, Tonto Dikeh, has been legally challenged for administering deliverance on a student within school grounds. The renowned actress was hit with a N200 million lawsuit at the High Court in Abuja by human rights attorney, Ikechukwu Obasi. Obasi, who lodged the lawsuit on behalf of the Rivers State-origin Junior Secondary School, JSS 1 pupil, highlighted that the adolescent girl was exposed to what he labeled as a detrimental religious practice, with the footage later disseminated online. He additionally pointed out that the sharing of the video without the girl’s approval infringed upon her privacy rights “under Section 37 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Child Rights Act 2003.” While seeking N200 million for damages, a public apology, a...

American lyricist Rick Ross has shared insights about his ideal partnership, mentioning unexpected individuals. The Macback Music founder stated that his ideal collaboration would include Jamaican reggae icon Bob Marley, Afrobeat trailblazer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, and Afrobeats sensation Burna Boy. Ross, who revealed this during a recent livestream discussion, emphasized that such a partnership would be extraordinary if it were to materialize. “If I could have any collaboration at this moment, it would feature Rick Ross, Bob Marley, Fela Kuti, and Burna Boy. Envision such a track. For me, that’s royalty-level. That’s next echelon,” he mentioned. The rapper stated that if he had his preference, he would also wish to include the legendary Nigerian-British vocalist Sade on the track. “I’m th...

Seasoned Nollywood star, Eucharia Anunobi has shared insights regarding the criticism she encountered after her portrayal in Glamour Girls 2 nearly three decades ago. During a recent episode of The Honest Bunch Podcast, Anunobi disclosed that she suffered significant criticism because certain individuals did not grasp that her portrayal as Anita, a bold and promiscuous escort in the film, was not a reflection of her true self. She noted that some began to equate her with Anita’s character in the film and labeled her “a husband thief and water spirit.” She remarked, “I experienced a considerable amount of criticism for my role in Glamour Girls 2. You know, at that time, the Nigerian society feigned disregard for such films. Consequently, many individuals were categorizing me. They referre...

Renowned producer and music executive, Michael Collins Ajereh, famously referred to as Don Jazzy, has revealed the characteristics of his ideal partner. In a recent episode of the Is This Seat Taken podcast, hosted by actress Chinasa Anukam, Jazzy expressed that his perfect woman is adventurous, possessing both a gentle physique and character. The 43-year-old articulated that he does not condone mistreatment and aggression in relationships, emphasizing that he departs as soon as he observes such behaviors. “My ideal partner for dating, in order of significance, first and foremost, you must be adventurous. I’m not certain how I came to realize that, but it’s essential. “Secondly, you need to be gentle in both body and demeanor. If you raise your voice at me, you’re merely dating yourself....

Afrobeats artist, Ayra Starr has conveyed admiration and respect for Nigerian gentlemen. During a recent episode of the Way Up with Angela Yee, Starr mentioned that Nigerian men are akin to New York men, supportive and exceedingly self-assured. However, she pointed out that she still held some reservations about Nigerian men, emphasizing that “men are still men.” She remarked, “Nigerian men cherish taking care of their women. They are incredibly supportive of their partners. “They possess a great deal of confidence, making them quite similar to New York men. But you know, men are men. A man is still a man. It’s a universal concept.” This comes months after Ayra Starr encountered significant criticism and backlash on social media primarily from Nigerian men, who contended that her online...

Nigerian vocalist, Ayra Starr has identified her top Afrobeats performers of all time, commonly referred to as the “Afrobeats Big 3.” In a recent discussion with Hot 97 FM, Starr selected Tiwa Savage, Wizkid, and Rema as the top Afrobeats talents of all time. The typical contenders Davido and Burna Boy, who are frequently mentioned alongside Wizkid as part of the Afrobeats Big 3, were noticeably overlooked by Ayra Starr. “My Afrobeats Big 3 would consist of Tiwa Savage, Wizkid, and Rema. My reliable Big 3,” she stated. Simultaneously, Ayra Starr has shared the reasons for her move from Nigeria to New York, mentioning that her companions and cultural familiarity played a role in her choice. “I spent the previous two summers in New York and last summer I resided in Hell’s Kitchen for ro...

Kehinde Adegbodu, one-half of the Yoruba gospel music duo widely recognized as Adegbodu Twins, has detailed how his twin brother, Taiwo Adegbodu passed away. This follows a week after the unexpected demise of Taiwo. NAIJATAB reports that singer Kehinde who announced Taiwo's passing on Sunday March 1, 2026, did not reveal the reason for his death. However, recounting the unfortunate event to a group of visitors at their home in Ibadan, Kehinde indicated that Taiwo was never unwell. Describing their final moments together prior to the tragic occurrence, Kehinde disclosed that Taiwo succumbed to a heart attack just moments after expressing discomfort in his chest. Speaking in a widely circulated video on social media, he stated, “We went to our individual rooms after our nightly routine pr...

A previous Big Brother Naija reality show participant, Angel Smith, has disclosed her forthcoming nuptials to her female partner, Tumininu. Angela made the disclosure on Wednesday in a post shared on her Snapchat profile. Revealing the official version of the wedding invitation card, she announced black as the attire code. The invitation highlighted “A friendly reminder, this is a completely black wedding. Kindly don black to commemorate in elegance with us.” NAIJATAB recalls that the reality star made her affair with Tumininu known in 2025, after posting their affectionate videos and images online. In January 2026, the couple reportedly conducted a civil ceremony in the United States. NAIJATAB reports that Angel’s relationship with a female partner arose following her tumultuous split ...

Well-known social media figure, King Mitchy, has formally expressed remorse to Nigerians after receiving criticism over a recent live broadcast where she confessed to consuming a substance while on air. In a clip posted on her Instagram account, Mitchy stated she has contemplated her conduct and recognized that her actions were misguided, particularly since numerous young girls admire her. “I’m prepared to be responsible for my actions. For several days I’ve pondered my behavior, and I understand I was incorrect,” she wrote. She acknowledged that consuming the substance during the live broadcast was unsuitable and voiced her sorrow for letting down her supporters. “I want to be answerable for the substance I consumed on live video. That was very inappropriate of me because there are youn...

Broda Shaggy, a well-known Nigerian content producer and influencer, has reportedly been admitted to the hospital following injuries incurred from a gunshot in Ogun State. He was purportedly shot on Sunday while recording at the Sango Ota Bridge. The specifics of the shooting remain unclear as he was swiftly taken to a private medical facility in the Alakuko region of Lagos State and later transferred to another hospital in Ikeja. Abimbola Adebisi, the spokesperson for the Lagos State police, clarified that the incident was reported by the hospital. “The hospital notified the command that a gunshot victim was brought to their establishment, and we identified it was Broda Shaggy when we arrived at the hospital,” The Sun stated.