Nollywood actress Peju Johnson has refuted the popular notion that women support one another in the Nigerian film industry. Peju recently revealed that she confirmed that it was only a mere saying on a movie set. Speaking during an interview on Oyinmomo TV, she shared that after shooting about 5 scenes on a movie project, and showing up the next day to continue shooting, a female producer suddenly stormed the set and ordered her removal from the production. Maintaining that she had no beef with the woman before that day, Peju explained that the producer instructed the director to get…
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Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has come out to say that it feels good to win the German Super Cup. He recently had his say via his social media page, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he appreciates his teammates for stepping up when it mattered the most, and he expects Bayern Munich players to remain locked in ahead of the new Bundesliga season. Kane added that the team moved the ball seamlessly and defended as a unit to add another trophy to the club’s cabinet. His words, “Here we are, first one of the season. Oh, it…
Nollywood actor Clem Ohameze has come out to debunk reports that his daughter has been the only one taking care of him after he allegedly suffered a stroke. He recently refuted the allegations, and fans have been reacting. According to him, as opposed to the reports, he doesn’t have 3 sons who are currently ignoring him, and the person who started the rumour has been reported to the police for failing to verify before posting. He added that it took a lot for him to build his name from the scratch, so he won’t let anyone tarnish his reputation for…
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has asked the club to resolve Alexander Isak’s situation as quickly as possible. He recently backed the right of Newcastle supporters to boo the wantaway striker, and fans have been reacting. Speaking to the press, Howe revealed that the fact that Isak is in the news all the time is a major distraction for the team that needs to end. According to him, while he appreciates the mentality of his players to shut out the distraction and focus on the performance on the pitch, the situation cannot be allowed to linger. “It’s a difficult one…
Fresh FM, Ibadan, owned by Gospel singer Yinka Ayefele, has confirmed that its head office in Challenge, Ibadan, was razed by fire on Friday night. The company recently had its say via a press statement signed by Samson Akindele, group head of corporate affairs for Fresh FM Nigeria and Yinka Ayefele Limited. According to the management, the fire damaged studios of Fresh 105.9 and Blast 98.3, as well as crucial offices like the newsroom and transmitter/server room. “All efforts to fight the fire, before the arrival of the professional fire fighters, with our in-house fire extinguishers proved abortive because of…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has come out to hail Tijjani Reijnders. He recently described him as an incredible signing after he starred in Manchester City’s 4-0 rout of Wolves. According to him, Reijnders is the kind of footballer the EPL needs because he is a holding midfielder who constantly tries to score goals. Pep added that he is very pleased with the player and he wants to see him improve this season. His words, “Not just today, in Palermo (a 3-0 pre-season win) he played really good. He is a typical player we need in the Premier League. He…
Gospel minister Ebuka Hillary, known as Ebuka Songs, has received honorary citizenship from the U.S. State of Georgia. The recognition was announced during his live program, Pray & Worship Lagos with Ebuka Songs: The Homecoming, held overnight between Friday and Saturday in Egbeda, Lagos. During the event themed “Only In their words, “Minister Ebuka, on behalf of the State of Georgia, it is my honour to present this award in recognition of your outstanding achievements and dedication to excellence.” Ebuka Songs rose to national attention with his 2023 hit single “I Will Pray” and his album Midnight Cry (2021). WOW.
Premier League CEO Richard Masters has said that discrimination is leaking into football. He recently had his say after Antoine Semenyo reported being racially abused at Anfield. According to him, no EPL footballer should have to suffer any form of abuse while playing on the pitch, therefore Semenyo deserves all the support he can get at this time. Richard added that escorting the offender out of the stadium and detaining him is how racists deserve to be punished. His words, “No Premier League footballer should ever have to, in their workplace or online, suffer that sort of abuse. It is…
Popular Nollywood filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has said that business understanding is key to sustaining and expanding Nigeria’s creative sector. He recently revealed that creativity alone is not enough in today’s competitive market. Speaking during a panel discussion at the inaugural QEDNG Creative Powerhouse Summit held in Lagos, Afolayan shared that while collaboration is key in the Nollywood sector, creatives must be very careful. According to him, he once got approached by people who wanted a partnership, and while he was initially open to the idea, the deal broke down when they proposed owning 49 percent of his company. “I was…
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has come out to share how he overcame a lack of formal education. He recently had his say during the first episode of his new BBC production, “The Wayne Rooney Show.” Rooney made Everton’s matchday squad for the first time in April 2002, just about the time his schooling should have been reaching its conclusion with GCSEs, but the teen prodigy failed to sit for exams and left school without any qualifications. Fast forward to 2025, it doesn’t matter much, because Wayne went on to make almost 900 career appearances over the subsequent 19 years…
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has sympathised with gospel singer and broadcaster Yinka Ayefele after a fire gutted Fresh FM in Ibadan on Friday night. He recently described the incident as unfortunate, thanking God that no life was lost. Reacting via a press statement by his chief press secretary, Suleimon Olanrewaju, Makinde revealed that he considers the Gospel singer a brother and a friend. According to him, he is happy that no life was lost to the inferno, and he hopes the radio station bounces back better and stronger. His words, “I commiserate with my brother and friend, Dr…
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has promised fans of the club that his team will improve this season. He, however, warned that he has not been able to make all the changes he wants in one summer. Speaking at a news conference, Amorim revealed that the team is already better than what he had at his disposal last season. According to him, it was always impossible to fix all of the club’s problems in one transfer window, so more work would have to be done to build a complete team. “We cannot change everything in four weeks but we are…
Nollywood actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo Salami is mourning the death of veteran actor Chief Kanran, who passed away on Friday. He recently revealed that he is still struggling to come to terms with the unexpected loss. In a heartfelt message shared via his Instagram page, Adebayo disclosed that the death hit him hard because Chief Kanran had just finished working on one of his projects. According to him, he can only pray for Allah to forgive the late actor’s shortcomings and grant him eternal rest in the great beyond. The ‘Jagun Jagun” producer also prayed for strength and comfort…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has defended Martin Ødegaard’s captaincy amid criticism from former Arsenal skipper Tony Adams. He recently revealed that the players voted overwhelmingly for him to keep the armband this season. Speaking during his pre match conference, Arteta shared that despite having the opportunity to reshuffle the leadership group following the departure of experienced Jorginho, the players chose to retain Ødegaard as skipper. According to him, he is known to always allow the players decide who they want to be their captain, and the recent poll brought back Odegaard as their overwhelming choice. He stated that the result…
Popular singer Chike has come out to express his scepticism about marriage. He recently revealed that he has no plans to get married, and fans have been reacting. Speaking during a fresh interview, Chike simply shared that marriage is a very silly step that he does not plan to take. According to him, having a wife is just not for him, so he has decided to focus more on prioritizing financial stability as a major factor in his happiness. The “Running To You” crooner further noted that he needs a massive amount of cash to truly feel fulfilled, stressing that…
Funke Bucknor-Obruthe, sister to the late on-air personality Tosyn Bucknor, has come out to celebrate the broadcaster on her posthumous birthday. Reminding her followers that Tosyn would have been 44 on the 17th of August, 2025, Funke revealed that her courage is stil inspiring after her demise. Reacting via a joint collaboration post with These Genes Foundation, alongside photos of Tosyn, herself and their father, Mrs Bucknor-Obruthe celebrated the life of the late OAP, stating that she’ll never forget the impact Tosyn had on people wherever she went. According to her, remembering her beloved sister is also her way of…
The National Sports Commission Director-General, Bukola Olopade, has said that all outstanding payments for the Super Falcons were settled before their final match against Morocco. She recently revealed that all bonuses have been fully settled, and Nigerians have been reacting. Speaking during an appearance on Arise TV, Bukola shared that after her latest discussion with Rasheedat Ajibade and the NFF, everyone is in agreement that the outstanding payments have been made. “I can confirm authoritatively that all their bonuses have been paid, I spoke with Olopade, however, stated that one or two players might not have collected their bonuses due…
Fresh FM, Ibadan, a radio broadcasting station owned by gospel musician Yinka Ayefele, has been gutted by fire. The fire outbreak happened on Friday night at the station’s premises in Felele, Ibadan South-West Local Government Area of Oyo State. Popular media personality Samuel Arugboboisi was the first to raise an alarm on social media, calling for urgent help. “Fresh FM is currently on fire! We urgently need the Fire Service to respond immediately. Please spread the word and alert the nearest station,” his post read. Another staff member of the station, who pleaded anonymity, said to The Gazette: “It’s pathetic…
Former US Secretary of State and 2016 Democratic nominee for president, Hillary Clinton, has said that she would nominate President Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize if he helps end the war in Ukraine. She recently revealed that it would be a commendable achievement if Trump manages to restore peace between both nations. Speaking to Jessica Tarlov on her Raging Moderates podcast, Hilary shared that if Trump could end the war without making Ukraine concede its territory to Russia, it would be an applaudable move. Clinton stated that she will keep doing everything within her power to ensure a concession…
Veteran Nollywood actor Olusegun Akinremi, a.k.a Chief Kanran, has died at the age of 70. Nollywood filmmaker Seun Oloketuyi recently confirmed the news in an Instagram post on Friday, revealing that the actor passed away earlier in the day. “Popular actor Segun Remi, popularly known as Chief Kanran, died Friday morning. Details soon,” he wrote. Chief Kanran was a mainstay in the Yoruba film industry, popular for his unique acting style, admirable elegance, passion for luxury, sense of humour, and endearing performances that lit up stage plays and movies for several years. In an old interview, the deceased detailed his…