Africa Celebrity Update (2024)

01/05/2023

'Lyrics don’t always need to be understood', Asake reveals why he sings in Yoruba

Nigerian singer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has said that he sings in Yoruba because music transcends language barriers.

10/04/2023

PHOTOS: Alexx Ekubo celebrates 37th birthday

Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo is celebrating his 37th birthday today.

The actor made this known on his Instagram page on Monday.

Ekubo wrote, “Today I turn 37 🎊. One thing about me, I’m always going to get better, Better looking, Better mind set Better experiences. Better opportunities. Better everything I’m always upgrading from the year before. I love it for me 😍. I’m on a steady mission of SELF IMPROVEMENT & BETTERMENT. Dear Lord, I see what you are doing in my life, pls don’t stop, I like it 🙏🏾 🚀

Credit: Instagram // alexxekubo

09/04/2023

Adesanya knocks out Pereira in second round

It took Israel Adesanya just two rounds to end Alex Pereira’s dominance and reclaim the middleweight title he lost last November.

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03/04/2023

PHOTOS: Skit-maker Sabinus wins African content creator award

Nigerian skit-maker, Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ejekwu, also known as Sabinus, has won the best content creator award in Africa at the Rwanda International Movie Awards 2023.

Sabinus shared pictures of himself and his award via his Instagram page on Monday.

He expressed gratitude to his fans saying, "Thanks Guys For The Support And Love !!! Won African Content Creator Award At The Rwanda International Movie Awards 2023 🙏🏿❤️."

Credit: Instagram // mrfunny1_

03/04/2023

PHOTOS: Ebenezer Obey celebrates 81st birthday

Veteran Juju musician, Ebenezer Obey Fabiyi, is marking his 81st birthday today.

The musician shared pictures of himself on his Instagram page to commemorate the day.

Obey wrote, “Happy 81st birthday To the Chief Commander Evang Dr Ebenezer obey (MFR) 🎊🎊🎉🎉”

Credit: Instagram | ebenezerobeymfr

02/04/2023

Joshua beats Franklin via unanimous decision

Anthony Joshua marks his return to action with a unanimous decision victory over Jermaine Franklin, the judges scoring it 118-111, 117-111, 117-111 in favour of the former two-time world champion.

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01/04/2023

I Tried To Jump Into A River – Missing Comedian Breaks Silence After Returning Home

The comedian made this known in a live Instagram on Thursday night where he noted that he had left his phone behind deliberately.

Comedian Ganiyu Kehinde aka Ijoba Lande has opened up after he went missing for days.

According to him, he tried to drown himself by jumping into a river because he was depressed.

The comedian made this known in a live Instagram on Thursday night where he noted that he had left his phone behind deliberately.

Speaking in a live video on Instagram on Friday, Ijoba Lande said, “Nobody kidnapped me. I was not charmed. I thought it out myself and jumped into the river. I did that because I was told that the places where I have been to with cars I will go there on foot and it happened.”

The comedian’s wife had posted on the actor’s Instagram page on Tuesday, saying that her husband left home without his phone, and she was confused and didn’t know what to do

He added that he was not kidnapped but left his house himself, then went on to appreciate his fans and colleagues for their efforts while he was away, adding that depression was real.

He said, “I appreciate everyone. They said almost everyone posted. I want to tell everyone that depression is real and I want to tell the whole world that nobody kidnapped me. I did it intentionally, but thank God I am back.”

The video ended abruptly after he broke down in tears while on his knees asking for pardon from his well-wishers.

31/03/2023

More love, less ego as Wizkid urges fans to listen to Davido’s ‘Timeless’

Grammy-award winner, Ayo Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid has demonstrated his album title ‘More Love, Less Ego’ in his gesture towards colleague, David Adeleke, aka Davido who just released his new album, Timeless.

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30/03/2023

‘Ghana Tupac’ Ahuofe Abrantie is dead

Ghanaian TikTok sensation, Ahuofe Abrantie, also known as Tupac, is reportedly dead.

According to report, Ahuofe died in his Kumasi apartment.

However, details of his death are still sketchy.

Confirming his death, Popular Kumasi rapper Jay Bhad of the Asakaa Boys tweeted a video of Ahuofe with the enigmatic comment, “Life too short, rest well Ahuofe, you gone (sic) be miss 4ever,” confirming his passing.

29/03/2023

'Unity only way forward for Black people,' says Burna Boy

Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu popularly known as Burna Boy, has stated that unity is the only way forward for black people.

He made this known on his Instagram story on Sunday.

The singer wrote, "It's sad to see that in 2023 there are still such black people who would prefer we stay divided and conquered. Maybe it's my accent or something but I never said you are African and not American. I also did not say Africa is part of Heaven.

"You deserve all the land and reparations you want from America and I'm 100% in support of that.

"All I've ever done is try to make you understand that you have Africa too that loves you and I believe coming together as brothers and sisters is the only way forward for US black people worldwide.

"You work against the progress of our people worldwide if your goal is to keep us divided."

Credit: Instagram // burnaboygram

25/03/2023

I’m in London to buy my 4th house abroad – Peter Okoye

Nigeria singer and a member of the Psquare brothers, Peter Okoye popularly known as Mr . P has stated that he is in london to acquire his 4th house.

Peter stated on his twitter handle.

He wrote, “So I am here in london🇬🇧to acquire my 4th crib abroad and my twin brother just bought hime self another crib in Atlanta!🤣😂🤣😂 Omo! Some people are really teaching us a big lesson after the Elections🫢 Wahala🫣”

Credit: Twitter // Mr P

16/03/2023

Burna Boy to perform in Champions League final

Grammy-award winner, Burna Boy will perform at the UEFA Champions League final in Istanbul.

This was revealed in a tweet on Thursday on the official UEFA Champions League page.

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13/03/2023

PHOTOS: Iyabo Ojo's daughter Priscilla celebrates 22nd birthday

Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo celebrates her 22nd birthday on Monday.

The birthday girl shared photos of herself on her Instagram page with the caption, "+1 🥳❤️"

While her mother made a video and captioned it, "Happy birthday to my angel, my precious, my jewel of inestimable value .priscy may you continue to prosper in all you do, God’s protection, blessings, great health and all your heart desires is what I wish you plus more, I’m so super proud of the young strong lady that you have become, keep winning sunshine, If loving you is a crime then I’m guilty as charged…… Love you cupcake till eternity ❤️❤️❤️❤️"

Credit: Instagram | iyaboojofespris | its.priscy

09/03/2023

New Naira note causing commotion here and there 😫

Talented Actress and Filmmaker, Uchenna, talks about how she has been confusing the new N200 note for the old N100 note.

Who else is on this table? 😀

📷: uchennannanna (Instagram)

08/03/2023

Meet the Okoli's, professionally known as Wahala Twins, born in 2005. They are two upcoming Nigerian midget twin actors and comedians popularly known for their numerous viral and funny videos.
Their small nature have made people mistake them for minors even when they are not. They are adults of over 18 Years Old and are currently studying in a Nigerian University in Bayelsa State

05/03/2023

Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie on Saturday said it is morally wrong to say Lagos is a no man’s land...

05/03/2023

PHOTOS: BBNaija's Whitemoney acquires new car

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Hazel Oyeze Onuo popularly known as Whitemoney, has acquired a new Maybach Benz car for himself.

The winner of the 6th edition of the show made this known via his Twitter handle.

He said, "New whip alert 🚨 otamiemie standard".

Credit: Twitter | Whitemoney

03/03/2023

Alleged Beef Between Iyabo Ojo, Me Staged - Actress Laide Bakare

Nollywood actress, Laide Bakare, has distanced herself from a purported WhatsApp status screenshot credited to her, wherein she allegedly threatened to expose her colleague, Iyabo Ojo.

The said WhatsApp status which was shared by blogger Gistlover read, "This year make everybody dey their lane. And if you want wahala let's drag ourselves from status to instagram. I av d message u sent to MC Sept 15th Mtcheeew."

Reacting to the circulating screenshot, Bakare on her Instagram page on Wednesday night said, "Disclaimer! Disclaimer!! Why? Why? Why? Please guys disregard and saga. It's staged by the evil doers to instigate."

She added, "My attention has been drawn to a sad disturbing trending news today about me and my friend and colleague .

"It actually beats my imagination how far people can go in this life to tarnish one's image and create wahala where there's none.

"Whoever doctored my status and used my name to want to course chaos between us, has just displayed the highest level of wickedness.

"How can you go that far? Gosh, this beats my imagination. I'm far away and I've been so busy not even knowing what's going on and now this?

"Haaaaa aye ma ni ka ooo. Whose so ever beyond this, I won't insult you but rather I leave you to God.

"For the record, lyabo is my friend and colleague for so many years and I have never had issues with her even if at all, I have my phone to call her and we discuss. This is just too much for whoever did this. God is watching you."

Credit: Instagram | laidebakare

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26/02/2023

‘I Was Star Struck’, Charly Boy Says As He Meets Davido
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Renowned Nigerian musician and television personality, Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, who is widely known as Charly Boy, has expressed shock as he meets with super star musician, Davido in Lagos State on 25th of Febraury, 2023.

The 72-year-old veteran artist took to his Instagram page, posted photos of himself with the Afrobeat sensation, Davido as they posed for selfies.

He wrote, “Meeting one of my favourite Artiste OBO, as I dey scooter 🛴 on Boudillon today.

I was so star Struck, he even helped me take dis picture on my phone.
Na so my handi dey shake say I see Davido😜

One of Nigerians Pride.
Much Love my guy❤️❤️❤️❤️.”

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24/02/2023

Beyonce, Wizkid, Tems win NAACP awards

American singer, Beyonce Carter and Nigerian superstars, Tems and Wizkid, have been announced as winners in the 2023 National Association for the Advancement of Coloured People Awards.

Beyonce won three categories which includes Outstanding Female Artist, Outstanding Soul/R&b song for 'Cuff It' and Outstanding Album for 'Renaissance'.

While Tems' 'No Woman No Cry' cover for Black Panther won the Outstanding International Song category.

Also Afrobeats superstar, Wizkid's feature on Chris Brown's 'Call Me Everyday' won the Outstanding Collaboration (Contemporary) category.

Other winners include Rihanna, who won in the category for Outstanding Music Video/Visual Album for Lift Me Up.

The winners were announced on the first night of the show on Monday night. The NAACP award celebrates black entertainers.

Credit: Twitter | naacpimageaward

19/02/2023

PHOTOS: Tiwa Savage to play lead role in movie

Nigeria female singer, Tiwa Savage, has stated that she is playing her first lead role in her debut movie, 'Water and Garri'.

The singer disclosed this via her Instagram account and shared some pictures of herself on set on Wednesday night.

She wrote, “This is about to be an ICONIC moment. My first lead role as an actor and Executive producer”

According to Screen Daily, Savage plays the role of a fashion designer with a budding career in the United States who returns to her home in Africa to confront the guilt she left behind.

Credit: Instagram // tiwasavage

19/02/2023

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17/02/2023

PHOTOS: Tonto Dikeh gifts son 10plots of land on 7th birthday

Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has gifted her son 10 plots of land as he clocks seven today (Friday).

The actress announced this on her Instagram page.

Sharing a video of the land on her page, Dikeh captioned, “I may not be alive in 10YEARS, or 5years or 3years or 1year or 6months or 3months or the next day. BUT FOR EVERYDAY I LIVE I WILL WORK TO MAKING YOUR FUTURE A GREAT ONE..Just like your Name KING, you shall rules..

”Congratulations my son for becoming the newest owner of a 10PLOTS of land at the domak_group DOMAK LUXURY GARDEN CITY ABUJA and HAVING A COURT/ESTATE OF 58HECTRES NAMED AFTER HIM (KINGANDRE COURT).

”My Dearest son, My World, My Life. I have suffered, cried, Being MessedUp, betrayed just so you can be A BETTER ME. I have no doubt you will MAKE ME A PROUD WOMAN, I LOVE YOU DANGEROUSLY..”

Credit: Instagram | tontolet

16/02/2023

I attribute my goal to ‘fufu’ - Karim Adeyemi Nigerian-German professional player

Nigerian- German professional player, Karim Adeyemi has stated that he attributes is solo goal to fufu-a local Nigerian delicacy.

He stated this during an interview after last night game when Borussia Dortmund defeated Chelsea at last night champions league.

Karim said, “I eat a lot of African foods but I have a good genetics from my dad so I think it little difficult for you to get fast and the name of the food is called fufu from Nigeria”.

Credit: Instagram // cbssportsgolazo

15/02/2023

Don Jazzy questions why people do photoshoot for Valentine’s day

Music star and director, Don Jazzy, has asked his fans why they go for photoshoots to celebrate Valentine’s day.��

He asked this in a video he shared on his Instagram page on Tuesday.��

He said, “Wait. Why do you people do photoshoots for Valentine? It’s not like I am trying to hate o. You do for Christmas, you do for birthday, you do when you get belle. Why do you do photoshoot for Valentine?”��

Credit: Instagram | donjazzy

12/02/2023

Stop putting efforts into living fake life - Actress Mary Njoku

Nollywood actress, Mary Njoku, has questioned those who put so much energy into living a fake life.

She made this known in a post on her Instagram page on Saturday.

The actress wrote, "Why do we put so much energy into 'looking like we made it'? Instead of using the same energy in 'attempting to make it'. It will never make sense to me.

"They say 'everyone isn't destined to make it'. But what if YOU are one of the destined few? And you are busy wasting away your destiny in a fake world you've built to deceive yourself and get validation from people who don't care about you. Wake up."

Credit: Instagram // maryremmynjoku

10/02/2023

"No matter how angry you are about the Naira situation, destroying ATM machines is not an answer. The fewer machines we have the more difficult it is to get money." - Yul Edochie

The Nollywood Icon gas warned Nigerians to stop destroying bank ATM machines as this could make matters worse.

How is destroying the matchine going to help the situation?

📷: (Instagram)

06/02/2023

Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has won her first Grammy Award.

04/02/2023

Nollywood actress, Lala Akindoju laments challenging situation in Nigeria

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