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Veteran Nigerian actress Ini Edo has gone into detail about her struggles with fertility, which eventually spurred her decision to have a daughter via a surrogate. Edo got candid about her struggles on the recent episode of the Young Famous & African reality TV show, revealing that she had always wanted children. I got married at the age of 26 …

Grammy-nominated singer Asake has earned two new certifications in the United Kingdom thanks to his successful debut album. ‘Mr Money With The Vibe’ released in 2022 is now eligible for a Brit Gold certification, marking Asake’s first gold album plaque in the United Kingdom. Buoyed by the hit songs, ‘Sungba’, ‘Organise’, and ‘Jowo’, the album enjoyed impressive success in the …

Whether it’s the amazing set designs, stunning props, or the overall vibe of the scenes, all these visual elements come together to create the world of the film.  Behind this magic is the meticulous work of an art director. But who exactly is an art director, and what do they do on a movie set?  Let’s dive into this exciting …

Nigerian actress Annie Idibia has revealed that she and her husband 2Baba suffered a miscarriage of twins in 2024. She tearfully opened up about the loss during a heart-to-heart on a recent episode of the popular reality TV show Young, Famous, and African, acknowledging that the previous year was very difficult for her family. “You know, like, the whole of …

Nigerian actress and entrepreneur Lizzy Anjorin has broken her silence on her ongoing feud with fellow actress Iyabo Ojo. In a recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Anjorin refrained from directly naming Iyabo but offered insights into her perspective on the situation between them and anyone else having issues with her. When asked about the long-standing beef between her …

Have you ever been on a film set and seen someone moving around with a small camera or mobile device taking photos of candid moments? Yep, that’s the behind-the-scenes (BTS) guy.  These are the folks capturing the real magic, the chaos, and those golden bloopers that don’t make it to the final cut. Think of them as the unofficial storytellers …

Nigerian singer Skales has sparked controversy with his comments following the death of an Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) officer, who was shot during a recent raid.  The singer, who shared his thoughts on social media on January 20, 2025, revealed his lack of sympathy due to a traumatic encounter he and his family had with the EFCC in …

Nigerian comedian, actor, and producer AY Makun’s latest film, The Waiter, has surpassed ₦300 million at the Nigerian box office.  On January 15, 2025, The Waiter grossed an impressive ₦305.1 million, firmly establishing itself as one of Nollywood’s most successful releases. In its fourth week, the action-comedy raked in an additional ₦26.6 million, maintaining its momentum and staying strong amidst …

Africa Magic has announced an exciting lineup of shows for the year’s first half. The broadcast company will premiere five new shows from January to March 2025, introducing innovative formats that span its channels and offer a variety of genres to its audience. Uriri Currently airing is Uriri, a 39-episode fantasy drama about a legendary warrior, Ogaga, who must confront …

Celebrities have started reacting to the ban on TikTok in the United States of America, speaking on how it would affect them. The Chinese-owned social media platform shut down in America on January 19 after its owners failed to sell the platform as mandated by a law enacted by US President Joe Biden, in April 2024 citing national security concerns …