Elumelu’s ‘Tony’ Correction Sparks Debate Over Workplace First Names
A viral exchange between United Bank for Africa Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, and a young executive trainee has sparked debate over the use of first names in Nigerian workplaces. The discussion followed a video from Thursday’s graduation ceremony of UBA’s Graduate Management Accelerated Programme, where the trainee addressed Elumelu as “Tony” during an interactive session. […]
Davido Backs Separate Bank Accounts for Couples
Nigerian music star Davido has backed the idea of couples maintaining separate bank accounts, saying both partners should have independent finances for their personal security. The singer made the remarks during an appearance on The Uncut Podcast, where he was asked whether women should maintain secret bank accounts without their partners’ knowledge. Davido said he […]
Rapper Ms Jorji Accuses Poco Lee of Sexual Misconduct
Nigerian rapper Ms Jorji has accused dancer and entertainer Iweh Pascal Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, of sexual misconduct during an alleged encounter in Dallas, Texas, in 2024. The allegation comes amid reports concerning Poco Lee’s legal troubles and reported arrest in the United Kingdom. Ms Jorji said she and a female friend visited […]
Doctor Explains Ogogo’s Stage-Four Cancer Treatment Amid Family Appeal
A doctor, Olusina Ajidahun, has explained that hospitals may move some patients with advanced cancer to palliative care after available treatments have been exhausted, following an emotional appeal by the daughters of veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo. Ajidahun, who is known as The Bearded Dr Sina on X, said the daughters’ […]
Beauty Tukura Reacts to Domestic Abuse Allegations Against Photographer
BBNaija star Beauty Tukura has reacted to allegations of domestic abuse against wedding photographer David Martins, following claims by his wife that she was subjected to physical, verbal and psychological abuse during their marriage. Martins’ wife alleged in a statement that she endured years of abuse and remained silent for about three years to protect […]
Nollywood Stars Rally Support for Actor Taiwo Hassan
Prominent Nollywood personalities have joined calls for medical assistance for veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, following an appeal by his daughters over his reported battle with stage-four cancer. Actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo, in a post on X on Monday, urged the public to help the family connect with medical specialists […]
Ogogo’s Daughters Seek Medical Help for Actor’s Cancer Battle
The daughters of veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, have appealed for urgent medical assistance for their father, who they said is battling stage-four cancer. Lima and Kira Taiwo made separate emotional appeals on Instagram on Monday, asking Nigerians, well-wishers and medical professionals with experience in cancer treatment to help their father […]
BBNaija Season 11: Neche Withdraws From Competition
Big Brother Naija Season 11 contestant, Neche, has voluntarily withdrawn from the reality show, leaving the house shortly after Sunday’s live eviction show. Neche announced her decision to the other housemates after gathering them in the lounge. She did not disclose the reason for her withdrawal. Her announcement left several housemates emotional as she removed […]
Davido Claims Adeleke Leads as Osun Votes Are Counted
Afrobeats singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has claimed that his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, is leading in Saturday’s governorship election. Davido made the claim in a series of social media posts as sorting and counting of votes began at polling units across the state. The singer also claimed that the Bisi […]
Davido Slams Kwara Governor: ‘Villa Access Hasn’t Stopped Insecurity in Kwara
Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has fired back at Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq over comments on political access to the presidency. In a post on his verified X account on Friday, Davido accused the governor of failing to translate his closeness to Aso Rock into improved security for Kwara residents. He […]
