Diamond Celebrities

Nigerian celebrity chef, Hilda Baci, has expressed displeasure over comments suggesting that her success is driven by her partner, Damilola “Dapper” Akinwunmi, saying the remarks reflect society’s attitude towards women and their achievements. Baci made the remarks in an interview shared by Goldmyne TV on Saturday. The chef, who has gained international recognition for her […]

Veteran actor Nkem Owoh, popularly known as Osuofia, has dismissed claims that he said Yoruba people started Nollywood, saying his comments were misunderstood. In an interview on Curiosity Made Me Ask, Owoh said he meant the origin of home video in Nigeria, not the creation of Nollywood as a name. “I never said Yoruba started […]

Nigerian social media personality, Blessing CEO, has apologised to Nigerians over her past comments and actions, saying she regrets speaking about other people’s pain without understanding what they were going through. The influencer broke down in tears in a video shared on Tuesday, November 3, days after regaining her freedom from detention and following the […]

Nollywood actress Habibat Jinadu has revealed that she bleached her skin to secure acting roles, saying dark-skinned and slim actresses struggle to get opportunities in the film industry. Jinadu made this known in an interview with BBC Yoruba, where she recounted how pressure to meet the industry’s preferred physical appearance influenced her decision to bleach […]

Actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has opened up about her private battles, revealing that she often breaks down in tears behind closed doors despite her cheerful public persona. Akindele made the revelation during a recent interview with CNN Africa’s Larry Madowo. According to the filmmaker, there are moments when life becomes overwhelming and she retreats […]

Actor Yul Edochie has once again waded into the debate on polygamy, insisting that having multiple wives is not a sin. The controversial actor, who has been vocal about his support for polygamy since taking a second wife in 2022, made the assertion in a post shared on his official X handle on Tuesday. In […]

British-Nigerian actress and DJ Dorcas Shola Fapson, popularly known as Ms DSF, said financially unstable people shouldn’t have children. Speaking in a recent episode of the ‘In My Opinion’ podcast, Ms DSF said raising children without financial capacity is unfair to both the children and the parents. She argued that parents must ensure they can […]

Reality TV star Natacha Akide has urged Big Brother Naija organisers to take a break and re-strategise, saying the show needs fresh ideas to hold viewers’ attention in an entertainment landscape increasingly shaped by social media. Speaking on Arise 360 on Arise News, the former housemate said the show’s earlier success came at a time […]

Veteran actor Francis Duru, has passed away at the age of 57. The 57-year-old actor died after a brief illness, according to a statement released by his family on Friday morning. The announcement was made on his verified Instagram page, where the family expressed gratitude to fans for their prayers and support. “We, the family […]

Media mogul Mo Abudu has opened up about her personal life, saying she cannot endure heartbreak over a man at her age. In an interview with Toke Makinwa, the 62-year-old said that if she ever cries, it will be because of work, not a relationship. “Heartbreak. Nobody can break my heart. It’s not possible. Heartbreak. […]

Veteran Nigerian actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has criticised what she described as an entitlement mentality in Nigerian society, lamenting that begging has become increasingly common. Speaking on a recent episode of Activating Success With Love Idoko, the actress said she did not support or encourage begging except in life-threatening situations. According to Omotola, people should […]

Nigerian comedian and actor Okechukwu Onyegbule, popularly known as Okey Bakassi, has debunked a viral video claiming that his wife was seeking a divorce after 15 years of him taking care of her and their children in the United States. The veteran entertainer described the video as disturbing and disrespectful, insisting that his marriage remains […]

Disc jockey Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has expressed admiration for her father, billionaire businessman Femi Otedola, saying she wishes she had his brain for business. Cuppy shared this in a LinkedIn post on Monday, saying she never misses an opportunity to learn from him whenever he visits London. “Whenever Mr Femi Otedola […]

Nigerian actress and content creator, Dianee, has said she would accept her husband marrying a second wife, provided he is honest with her and continues to provide for her and their children. Dianee stated this during an interview with content creator Egungun of Lagos, where she also spoke about her personal life, career and relationship […]

American singer Nicki Minaj wants more celebrities and public figures to speak up about the violence against Christians in Nigeria. Explaining her connection to the country, Minaj said her pastor is Nigerian and that she also has many Nigerian Barbz, the name used for her fanbase. In a post, she said: “My pastor is from […]

Actress Regina Daniels has revealed that she has been battling severe pain and mobility challenges for several months, explaining her prolonged absence from social media. The actress disclosed this on Saturday in a birthday video shared on her Instagram page as she marked her 25th birthday, appearing in a wheelchair. In the video, Daniels said […]

Popular socialite Cubana Chief Priest has hit back at his critics while showing off his impressive body transformation. In a video shared on Instagram, the former plus-sized businessman revealed he can now fit into an XL pyjama set gifted to him by Emirates First Class, noting how good it feels to see his hard work […]

Veteran actor Pete Edochie has revealed he is battling a health challenge that has made walking difficult for him. Edochie disclosed this during a visit to ailing Ghanaian actor Emmanuel Armah in Accra on Thursday. In a video from the visit, now trending online, the 79-year-old actor said he has been experiencing swelling in different […]