Actors Lateef Adedimeji and Bimpe Oyebade Adedimeji are celebrating their third traditional wedding anniversary today.

The couple marked the milestone by sharing heartfelt messages, nostalgic photos, and videos from their 2021 pre-wedding shoot on Instagram.

In his romantic post, Lateef expressed gratitude to Mo Bimpe for her steadfast support, reflecting on their love story and promising a brighter future together.

He wrote: “Like the sun, thought of you rises with me every morning, only to rest with me as I lay my head to sleep in the middle of the night.

“My baby, my fight buddy, my confidant, my number one critic. I keep counting my blessings every day with you. Thank you for all that you are. I am glad we made it. It can only get better my love.

“Happy traditional wedding anniversary my love @mo_bimpe 3 YEARS feels just like yesterday! I love you more and more with each passing day,”

Mo Bimpe responded with an equally affectionate message, sharing images of them in their stunning Yoruba traditional outfits from their wedding day.

“It’s my wedding tradi-versary today. This lyrics of our favorite song best describes our love story! Look how far we’ve come B!

“Happy traditional wedding anniversary my king @adedimejilateef, 3 YEARS feels just like yesterday! I love you more and more with each passing day”, she wrote.

Renowned singer, Timi Dakolo, has revealed that his entry into the music industry was largely a matter of chance.

In a recent episode of the “On The Record” podcast, Dakolo reflected on his journey to becoming a professional musician, stating that music was initially a hobby rather than a career aspiration.

According to him, his interest in music began with singing in his church choir and eventually evolved into writing songs to impress his peers.

However, it wasn’t until he emerged victorious in the inaugural season of Idols West Africa in 2007 that he decided to pursue music as a profession.

In his own words, Dakolo described himself as an “accidental musician,” emphasising that his career path was not intentionally planned.

He said: “I still see myself as an accidental musician. Yeah, I used to sing in choir. I used to just like that I sang. The first idea of music was during morning devotion.

“Then, we started singing street songs. We used to have notebooks where we write songs and they were girls to impress. So music was not something I thought I would do professionally. It was after Idols that I decided to do music professionally.

“I said to myself, ‘Okay, we are here. Sometimes you meet your destiny on the road you take to avoid it’.”

Singer Ice Prince has revealed the challenges he faced after losing his parents at a young age, stating how he lost his university admission due to lack of funds.

In a recent episode of the ‘Listen’ podcast, Ice Prince, shared an account of his childhood struggles as an orphan.

According to him, father passed away when he was just 11 years old, and his mother passed away when he was 21.

Ice Prince shared that he worked various menial jobs to support himself through school.

However, he struggled to pay school fees and was often forced to stay home for weeks.

He said: “I don’t have a mother or father. I’m an only son. That’s quite tough. I was eleven years old when I lost my dad. I was about 21 or 22 when my mum passed away. And I have a huge family that depends on me.

“I don’t have no uncle, aunty, godfather or godmother that I depend on. It has been nothing but God in my life.

“I want people to look at my life and say if I can succeed then no one has an excuse to fail.

“I was the guy that spent at least three weeks at home every term because of school fees. I didn’t go to the University because of N20,000. I had about two weeks to pay that money but I couldn’t raise it on time. That was how I lost the admission.”

Popular comedian Mark Angel has announced that he is no longer managing the careers of teen comedians Emmanuella and Success.

Mark Angel’s decision followed a recent controversy involving former crew member Denilson Igwe, who accused Mark Angel of financial exploitation.

However, he clarified that his decision was unrelated to the allegations, citing his increasingly busy schedule as the primary reason.

Mark Angel assured fans that he continues to collaborate with the teen comedians on creative endeavors despite the change in management.

He said: “I no longer manage Emmanuella and Success. They are now being managed by a professional agency because I’m have more work now and too busy to manage them. But I still work with them”.

Speaking during a TikTok live session, he revealed that Emmanuella and Success are now under the management of a professional agency, allowing him to focus on other projects.

Actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele’s anticipated film, “Everybody Loves Jenifa,” has generated immense excitement, selling out tickets at its UK premiere ahead of its official release.

Funke Akindele expressed her gratitude to fans on Instagram, announcing that the December 20 UK premiere is sold out.

“Jenifans worldwide, our Dec 20 UK premiere is sold out. I can’t contain my excitement, and I love you all”, she wrote in part.

Due to overwhelming demand, she assured additional screenings have been arranged, and more screens have been secured to accommodate the high number of requests.

This latest installment in the Jenifa franchise is set to premiere in 10 countries across four continents, marking its first-ever release in regions like India, Sweden, Germany, and Finland.

Rapper and songwriter Blaqbonez has revealed that he may retire from music within the next three to five years.

In a recent interview with Chude Jideonwo, Blaqbonez discussed his desire to build a lasting legacy and secure his financial future before stepping away from the music scene.

He also shared his plans to transition into a behind-the-scenes role in the entertainment industry, potentially working as a consultant for a record label.

“I will keep doing my music to the point where I know that I’ve saved up something that would last me for a lifetime; enough legacies. And I project I will be done in the next three to five years,” he said.

On his retirement plan, he said, “I will find another job in the entertainment industry. I would probably work as a consultant to a record label.”

Controversial crossdresser Bobrisky has sparked reactions online after sharing a personal experience about womanhood.

In a recent Instagram post, Bobrisky opened up about his struggles with monthly menstrual flow, stating that it could be painful and emotional.

Bobrisky’s post has generated a mix of reactions. Some people have expressed support and understanding, while others have questioned the validity of his experience.

The crossdresser’s statement has also raised eyebrows, as he claimed to be a “complete woman” despite not biologically experiencing menstruation.

He wrote: “Honestly, I feel I’m a complete woman. Sometimes, I break up when I am seeing my period because it’s painful.”

Actor and filmmaker, Ibrahim Chatta, has reminisced on his early days struggles as a bus conductor for eight years.

In an interview with Biola Bayo on her Talk to B podcast, Chatta spoke about his humble beginnings.

Chatta recounted how he lived in a cramped room with nine people, making life extremely challenging.

He also shared how he would walk long distances from Agege to Ikeja just to make a living for himself.

The talented actor expressed his gratitude for his journey, acknowledging the hard work he has put in to achieve his goals.

He prayed that God would crown his efforts, recognising the struggles he has faced.

“I lived in a room with 9 people and it was difficult. I do walk from Agege to Ikeja back then. I became a bus conductor later. I did it for eight years of my life. Working from Iyan Oba, Oshodi Eko, from one bus to another. I have worked so hard in life, may God crown my effort”, he said.

The Muslim community has been thrown into mourning following the passing of one of its most revered figures, Alhaji Muyideen Bello.

Born in 1940 in Ibadan, Alhaji Bello was widely respected for his profound teachings and unwavering dedication to Islamic scholarship.

The announcement of his demise was made by another prominent Islamic scholar, Alfa Aribidesi of At-Tawdeeh Islamic Da’awah on Friday morning.

Corroborating the news of the demise, popular cleric and follower of the late Bello, who is also an Islamic singer, Alhaji Basit Olarenwaju popularly known as Aponle Anabi also shared the image of the 84 year old scholar with tearful emojis on his official Facebook page on Friday.

While details surrounding his death remain unclear, his passing marks the end of an era for a man who spent decades shaping the lives of countless individuals with his wisdom, guidance, and spiritual leadership.

Multiple reports from local media in Oyo State have also reported the demise of the revered cleric.

Similarly, the news of his demise was also confirmed by an Islamic cleric, Sheikh Taofeeq Akeugbagold in a post on Facebook on Friday morning.

He wrote, “Today is one of my saddest days! My father and mentor has returned to his Creator. SULTONUL WAHIZEEN of Yorubaland Sheikh Muyideen AJANI BELLO, may Allah be pleased with your soul. Aljannah fridaos for you. Our heart is full of grief and our eyes full of tears but we will say nothing but what will please our Creator, the sole commander of life and death – ALLAH.”

Meanwhile, PUNCH Online reports that details about his funeral arrangements have yet to be officially made public but there are unverified reports that the late Islamic scholar and Ibadan born preacher will be buried according to Islamic rites on Friday evening.

Popular singer, Wizkid’s latest album, “Morayo”, has made a debut at number 98 on the Billboard 200 chart, selling an impressive 13,000 units in its first week.

This feat was announced by Chart Data via X on Monday.

“Morayo”, released on November 22nd, is a heartfelt tribute to his late mother, Jane Dolapo Balogun, who passed away in August 2023.

The album features a diverse range of tracks, including “Troubled Mind”, “Karamo”, “Kese (Dance)”, “Bad Girl”, “Time”, “Piece of My Heart”, “Break Me Down”, “Bend”, and “A Million Blessings”. Other tracks include “Après Minuit”, “Bad for You”, “Soji”, “Don’t Care”, “Slow”, “Lose”, and “Pray”.

Wizkid collaborated with talented artists like Asake, Brent Faiyaz, Jazmine Sullivan, Anaïs, and Tiakola on the album.

Recall his 2020 hit album “Made in Lagos” recently became the most-streamed Nigerian album on Apple Music, and it also earned RIAA gold certification in 2022 after selling over 500,000 copies in the United States.

Singer Timaya has shared his reasons for remaining unmarried despite his successful career.

In a recent interview with Naija FM, Timaya revealed that he never fancied getting married, stating that it’s not something he’s ever been drawn to.

However, he didn’t rule out the possibility of changing his mind in the future.

“I’ve never been a married guy right from time but it can change because marriage ‘dey craze’? I just look at it like if I marry today, would I be able to get out? In all my previous relationships, I was the one who got out because I don’t like stress”, he said.

Timaya explained that his hesitation towards marriage stems from his desire for freedom and his dislike for stress.

The singer emphasised the importance of open communication in relationships, stating that he values honesty and transparency.

He explained: “If you have a problem with me, let’s talk about it because I don’t like going to bed thinking about things, I go die o. I don’t like anything to bother me at all.”

On fatherhood, Timaya shared that his children live with their respective mothers, but they maintain a close bond.

He explained that being a father can be stressful, but it’s also enjoyable.

Timaya revealed that he spends quality time with his children, and they often visit him for extended periods.

Despite not being in a romantic relationship with their mothers, Timaya emphasised that they have a respectful and familial relationship.

“Being a father is stressful because I love them too much but it’s enjoyable. My four kids live with their mothers so when I want to see them, I ask their mothers and they come to my house and we spend two to three months together then they go back to their mothers. Christmas is coming and they’d spend it with me as well, but their mothers don’t come because they’re in relationships. We’re all family now so I can’t date any of them, we’re family now and we respect each other”, he said.

Singer Ruger has spoken about his romantic relations with women.

Ruger, who described himself as a lover boy, noted that he recently discovered that relationships don’t work for him.

Speaking during an interview with Naija FM, the singer said his natural instinct is to get serious with someone, but he often loses interest.

“I’m a loverboy, it is now that I understand that relationships don’t work for me.

“But my first instinct when I see a girl is to think about getting serious with her. But later I just become unserious all of a sudden.

“Honestly, the most I can give female fan on stage is a flower. It is like we are working together. I don’t see it beyond the stage.”

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Tacha, has announced her plans to relocate to the United Kingdom.

She shared the news on her X handle, stating, “Relocating to the UK. So help me God.”

Tacha joins a growing number of Nigerian celebrities who have moved abroad in recent years, including stars like Wizkid, Genevieve Nnaji, and Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, who have settled in countries such as the UK and the US.

Actress Angela Okorie has expressed heartfelt gratitude to veteran actor Pete Edochie for his pivotal role in resolving her long-standing feud with fellow actor Zubby Michael.

In a post shared on her Instagram page, Angela revealed how Edochie personally intervened, calling both actors aside and pleading with them to end their dispute.

She also acknowledged others who played a role in mediating between them.

The feud, which had played out publicly for months, has now been resolved, with Angela and Zubby reconciling and putting their differences behind them.

In her post, Angela stated that it’s now “love and peace season” and promised that she and Zubby would be working together on new projects, bringing “hits back to back” to their fans.

She said: “It’s love and peace season fam. My people, No be small thing happened yesterday o with My G @zubbymichael. We fought, and we settled our differences, and everything ended in praise, which is the most important thing.

“First and foremost I want to thank God almighty for keeping us alive till date to even see each other and settle our issues I want to say a big thank you to our father in Nollywood uncle, Pete Edochie who called us first and asked us to stop fighting, pressing forward you did everything to settle us, Mr China thank you, prime world God bless you, Rockselly movies even bought drinks for the settlement, and to everyone who called us, including our online fans, friends and families that was praying for this settlement. Una too do o. Thank you.

You all are amazing, we promise to bring you guys hits back to back, so Watch out for our new movies we already have lots of scripts to film together, so film producers that I tuned down feel free to pair us, we are sorry for the movies we denied you of watching for years, we are back and stronger.

“Thank you everybody may the peace of the lord be with you all amen Legitqueen.”

Afrobeats sensation Davido has come under heavy criticism over his recent remark advising black Americans against relocating to Nigeria.

Davido had while appearing on The Big Homies House podcast, urged the black Americans particularly Nigerians not to return home, citing the country’s current economic woes.

The singer’s remark followed speculations that some black Americans were considering leaving the United States following the electoral victory of the US President-elect, Donald Trump.

According to reports, Africans in America are concerned about potential policies of Trump that may not favour them.

Addressing the speculation, Davido said, “It is not cool back home. The economy is in shambles”.

The comment, however, attracted reactions from some citizens who asked the singer to immediately retract his statement.

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Joe Igbokwe in a post on his official Facebook page advised the singer to retract his statement with immediate effect.

Igbokwe said, “My In-law Davido has made me sad by telling the world in America that Nigeria’s economy is in shambles.

“This is very sad. I will advise him to retract the statement asap. Nigeria made Davido. QED!!!”

Similarly, Bashir Ahmed, a former aide to Nigerian former president, Mohammadu Buhari said the remark was disappointing.

In a post on his official X handle, Bashir said, “Selling out your country from foreign soil is so disappointing and unpatriotic. Public figures like Davido should know that.

“They should act and be seen as good ambassadors for Nigeria wherever they find themselves. @NOA_Nigeria”!

Nigerian comedian and actor, Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule, popularly known as Okey Bakassi, has claimed that polygamy is the best form of marriage for Africa.

According to him, monogamy isn’t working.

Speaking on the Honest Bunch Podcast, Bakassi claimed many are pretending to be happy in monogamous marriages.

He said, “Forget all the lip services that we pay to polygamy here. I still think that polygamy is the best form of marriage for Africa. Monogamy is not working.

“We are pretending. Now, what’s the difference between polygamy and monogamy? Polygamy says you can marry two people at the same time. Monogamy says you cannot marry them at the same time, you have to let one go. What if you don’t want to let one go?”

Nigerian artist, Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has set a new Spotify record for the biggest streams by any song.

The superstar’s recently released album titled “Morayo” has claimed the number 1 spot on the Apple Music Nigeria Chart, with all his tracks dominating the charts to positions.

One of his singles from the album titled “Kese (Dance)” set the record for the highest opening day stream on Spotify Nigeria with 1.5 million streams.

Another single “Piece of My Heart” also surpass 1 million opening day streams on Spotify.

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Wizkid’s album, Morayo, which translates to “I see joy” in Yoruba, is a heart felt tribute to his late mother, Juliana Balogun, who passed away in August 2023.

The album, which was launched on the Nov. 22, features tasteful selection of artistes across genres

Famous Nollywood actor, Bolanle Ninalowo has revealed why he supported his daughter to pierce her navel.

The actor made the disclosure while speaking about his bond with his daughter, Aliyah.

Ninalowo in an interview with VJ Adams, said his 18-year-old daughter, Aliyah had asked to pierce her tongue but he felt uneasy about the tongue choice.

In a now-viral video, the actor explained that he allowed her to pierce her navel because he wanted to bond with her. Noting that a navel ring can be taken out at any time.

Demonstrating his support, Ninalowo stated that he personally drove her to get her navel pierced and also paid for the procedure.

Nigerian singer Crown Uzama, popularly known as Shallipopi, has claimed that wealth is essential for manhood.

According to him, men who are not wealthy should be grouped with women.

He made the claim on his X handle on Friday when he wrote, “Na money make u be man, if u nor get join the ladies set.”

In another post, Shallipopi slammed poor men who fall in love instead of chasing money.

“If u like no get money, dey find babe, u fit say life na 2014,” he wrote.

His views angered some fans who told him that money isn’t everything but he insisted that money was essential.

Governor Ademola Adeleke extended warm birthday wishes to his nephew, Afrobeats star Davido, on his 32nd birthday.

Adeleke, through his official Instagram handle, expressed immense joy and pride in Davido’s accomplishments, commending him for bringing honour to their family, Osun State, Nigeria, and the entire black community.

Governor Adeleke, who is the younger brother of Davido’s father, Adedeji Adeleke, shared photos of them and offered heartfelt prayers for Davido’s continued success.

In his birthday message, Governor Adeleke wrote: “Happy birthday to my Darling Nephew @davido, 001 of Afrobeats. God’s grace continues to shine over you as you make the Dynasty, Osun State, Nigeria, and the entire black race proud all over the universe.”