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The kiss scene in the promotional video for Nollywood actor Daniel Etim-Effiong has caused a stir online, and his wife Toyosi has begun trending online because of it. On January 9, 2024, the promotional video for the romantic movie Summer Rain was released on social media, and in the 5-second clip, Daniel was seen kissing his co-star. The singular action …

From “rocket heels” to chainmail tops – and a hefty dose of nostalgia, the fashion of 2025 is all about playful curiosity and comfort. ADVERTISEMENT According to the fashion experts, we’ll be coming out of our shells in 2025. Turbulence from the past few years has manifested in fashion through comfort, nostalgia and soothing tones. They will still be a …

The new year is here, and with it comes an opportunity for Nollywood to level up in storytelling, production, and representation.  Over the past few years, the industry has taken huge strides; breaking into international markets, winning accolades, and telling stories that resonate globally. However, there’s room to grow! As we enter 2025, here are some trends we hope to …

Nigerians have accused the Nigerian police of selective justice after the Lagos State Police Command PRO Benjamin Hundeyin explained why TikToker Seaking was arrested.   Seaking was arrested after he released videos insulting the president following warnings by the police force PRO Olumuyiwa Adejobi that cursing people online is a criminal offence.   Following his arrest, a lawyer on X, …

The hashtag #RamaphosaMustGo is trending on social media as some South Africans voice their dissatisfaction with President Cyril Ramaphosa following his announcement of a simplified five-year visa process for Nigerian nationals.   The initiative, revealed during the 11th Session of the South Africa-Nigeria Bi-National Commission in Cape Town on December 3, has sparked outrage, with many citizens taking to social …

The UK supermarket says the “cost of living still counts”, but its shoppers are showing “a return to indulgence”. Premium olive oil is one product attracting attention. ADVERTISEMENT Customers at Waitrose are increasingly opting for luxury when it comes to staple food items, said the UK supermarket in its annual food and drink report, published on Thursday. “A pantry stocked …

DJ Cuppy, real name Florence Otedola, is currently trending after she took to different social media platforms to announce that she wants a man.  The DJ/singer took to LinkedIn, a social media platform for professionals, to write: “LinkedIn… I’m looking for a man in finance: 6 foot, brown eyes.”  She added a picture of her making a crying face.    …

Dorathy Bachor is trending on X after she released new birthday photos.  The former Big Brother Naija reality star took to Instagram and X to share the photo alongside a caption that reads, “Thankful for a new age.”    Fans and followers have joined her to celebrate, pushing her to the top of the trend table.  

Kate Henshaw is trending on X over the statement she made to a girl who said she prefers a man who is into fraud over a man who works legitimately for his money.   A vlogger interviewed the young lady, asking her to choose between a “Yahoo boy or a working class guy”. The girl chose Yahoo boy because they …

Many are of the opinion that we are witnessing the beginning of World War 3.  Missiles or missile fragments appear to have struck near downtown Tel Aviv causing massive explosions.  Iran launched nearly 200 ballistic missiles at Israel and air defences were seen intercepting the projectiles over the country.  Video footage appears to show that at least some of the missiles or large …