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Nigerian singer Cynthia Morgan has joined the growing conversation on the country’s economic challenges, urging the government to reconsider its decision on fuel subsidy removal. In a video posted to her Instagram account, the singer stressed the need for Nigerians to plead with the government, rather than ‘rant.’ Are you guys feeling what I am feeling? I’m not even going …

Nollywood actor Damilola Ogunsi has voiced his support for a social media regulation bill being discussed by Nigerian lawmakers, arguing that the current state of online discourse is negatively affecting society. The actor recently sat down with a panel on News Central TV, where he criticised bloggers and social media influencers for spreading misinformation, which he believes is shaping public …

Award-winning singer and actress Selena Gomez has shared her struggles with online hate, revealing how negative comments about her appearance and personal life have taken a toll on her. In a recent interview on the Jay Shetty Podcast with her fiance, the 31-year-old star spoke about the pressures women face in the entertainment industry, noting that they endure far more …

Nigerian music sensation Reekado Banks has got fans talking with his new post on X where he claimed some individuals within the Nigerian music industry are stifling the growth of vibrant talents. In the post shared on X on March 25, the singer claims these persons are either demonic or clueless but somehow manage to find the best talents whose …

Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has stirred controversy with his recent remarks about Nigeria’s political system, suggesting that democracy may not be the right fit for the country. During his recent appearance on The Honest Bunch Podcast, the veteran spoke on Nigeria’s current government, stressing that the democratic system currently in use is ‘Unafrican.’ The kind of government we have …

Veteran Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko, has shed light on his experience with polygamy, clarifying misconceptions about his marital life. In a recent interview on The Honest Bunch Podcast, the actor revealed that contrary to public belief, he never had four wives at once. “I didn’t have four wives at the same time o, don’t get it wrong because people are …

Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has shed light on his experience with polygamy, clarifying misconceptions about his marital life. In a recent interview on The Honest Bunch Podcast, the actor revealed that contrary to public belief, he never had four wives at once. “I didn’t have four wives at the same time o, don’t get it wrong because people are …

Timi Dakolo and Apostle Lazarus have now reached an amicable stand, according to a recent post. This is after the singer expressed his thoughts regarding Apostle Lazarus’ sermon where he projected an alleged invoice from a gospel singer outlining a $10,000 honorarium with a compulsory 50% non-refundable deposit. Dakolo had earlier dismissed the authenticity of the invoice and warned people against …

Nigeria’s film industry is often synonymous with Nollywood, but in the northern part of the country, a thriving cinematic universe exists; Kannywood.  At the heart of this industry are the talented female actors who have defied cultural expectations, broken barriers, and carved out spaces for themselves in a male-dominated field. For decades, Kannywood’s women have not only entertained audiences but …

The music industry is a very competitive space where emerging artists struggle to afford the required resoureces and support to grow their brand. For female creatives, the challenges are even more pronounced, especially since they operate in a male-dominated space and a country with bias and discrimination against the female gender. In marking International Women’s Month, we analysed some of …