Fola, Fido, Llona Lead 2026 Headies Next Rated Nominees
The organisers of the 18th Headies Awards have unveiled the nominees for the 2026 edition, with Fola, Shoday, Mavo, Fido and Llona shortlisted for the coveted Next Rated category. The nominees were announced on Tuesday ahead of the awards ceremony, which is scheduled to hold in Canada. The Next Rated award recognises emerging artistes who […]
How Taiwo Hassan Became Known as ‘Ogogo’
Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, once explained how the name became synonymous with his career in Yoruba-language cinema. Hassan, who died on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at the age of 66, revealed in a 2024 interview with City People that “Ogogo” was drawn from his family’s traditional Yoruba praise name, or oriki. He said […]
Bunmi Nelson Regrets Ignoring Funke Akindele’s Support
Nollywood actress Bunmi Nelson has admitted she underestimated Funke Akindele’s potential early in her career, saying she regrets not taking advantage of opportunities the actress offered her. Nelson made the revelation during an interview with actress Biola Adebayo on the Talk to B podcast, where she reflected on their relationship and the lessons she has […]
Poco Lee Remanded In UK Over Alleged Assault
Nigerian dancer and socialite Iweh Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, is reportedly being held on remand in the United Kingdom over an alleged assault offence and is expected to appear before a London court in September. Benjamin Kuti, popularly known as the Oluomo of Derby and founder of the Nigerian community in the UK, […]
Funke Akindele’s Birthday Post Sparks Debate After Ogogo’s Burial
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has drawn mixed reactions on social media after celebrating her birthday on Monday, the same day veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, was buried in Ilaro, Ogun State. Akindele, who marked her birthday on Monday, thanked God for another year and prayed for good health, longevity and […]
Tears as Nollywood Veteran Ogogo Buried in Ogun
Emotions ran high in Ilaro, Ogun State, on Monday as family, friends and colleagues gathered to bid farewell to veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, who was buried according to Islamic rites. The 66-year-old actor was laid to rest amid an outpouring of grief from sympathisers who attended the funeral in his […]
Musawa mourns veteran actor Ogogo, praises Yoruba cinema legacy.
Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has mourned veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, describing him as a major custodian of Nigerian culture and Yoruba storytelling. Hassan died on Sunday, August 23, 2026, aged 66, after battling stage-four cancer. His family had disclosed in recent […]
Nollywood Veteran Taiwo Hassan ‘Ogogo’ Dies at 66
Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66 after battling cancer. The actor’s death was announced on Sunday, August 23, by his daughter, Kira Taiwo, during an emotional Instagram Live session. Multiple Nigerian news outlets have also reported the development. Ogogo’s death comes days after his family […]
Odumodublvck Claims Police Have Tried to Arrest Him
Nigerian rapper and singer Odumodublvck has alleged that the police have made several attempts to arrest him following complaints reportedly filed against him by individuals involved in an ongoing dispute with the artiste. The claim comes amid his public feud with fellow rapper Blaqbonez. In June 2026, Odumodublvck made allegations against […]
Odumodublvck Alleges Police Tried to Arrest Him Amid Blaqbonez Feud
Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has alleged that the police have made several attempts to arrest him over complaints filed by individuals he is publicly in conflict with. The rapper made the claim during a recent concert, where he linked the alleged attempts to his ongoing dispute with fellow rapper Blaqbonez. The feud began in June 2026 […]
