Portable remanded in Kwara prison over inability to meet bail conditions

Controversial singer, Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, has been remanded in the Oke Kura Correctional Centre in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, over his inability to meet stringent bail conditions imposed by an Upper Area Court in the state.

This follows the singer’s appearance in court on Monday on the charges of defamation character levelled against him by veteran Fuji musician Akorede Saheed, aka Saheed Osupa.

The ‘zazoo-zeh’ crooner, however, received bail of N1 million and other stringent bail conditions, including providing two sureties in like sum.

According to the court’s directive, one of the sureties must be either the Chairman or Secretary of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria, while the other must be a property owner within a Government Reserved Area in Ilorin, supported by a valid Certificate of Occupancy.

Actress Rita Edochie urges men to cherish wives over side chicks

Nollywood actress, Rita Edochie, has urged men to value their wives and resist the temptation of extramarital affairs.

In a post shared via Instagram, on Monday, April 14, Edochie warned against neglecting loyal spouses in pursuit of fleeting relationships with side chicks.

The actress emphasised on the roles of a wife which cannot be replaced by an affair, describing ones wife as their partner, friend and confidante, explaining that wife’s are always there despite the situations of things.

The post reads: “You don’t have to treat your wives badly because of a roaming side chick. In the nearest future, age will drop on your side; only then will you realise the value of that poor woman you mistreated.

“Men, let’s get real! Don’t trade the love, loyalty, and commitment of your wife for a fleeting affair with a side chick. When the thrill fades with age, and it will you’ll be left with regret and the realization of the value of the woman you mistreated.

“Your wife is your partner, your friend, and your confidante. She’s the one who stands by you ” ‘through thick and thin, through triumphs and failures. She’s the one who builds a life with you, who shares your joys and sorrows.

“Don’t let anyone break what you share. Don’t let the temptation of a side chick undermine the foundation of your marriage. Prioritize your relationship, nurture your love, and cherish your wife.

“The future may be unpredictable, but your commitment to your relationship shouldn’t be. Choose to invest in your marriage, to build a strong and lasting bond with your wife. When the side chick’s interest fades, your wife will still be there, and you’ll realize the value of the love you’ve been given.”

I died, went to Heaven, returned to Earth – Doris Ogala

Actress Doris Ogala has shared a near-death experience, claiming she died and visited heaven.

According to her Instagram post, she was told by a divine voice to return to Earth as her time hadn’t come yet.

Ogala described heaven as a serene and peaceful place where all her burdens were lifted, stating she felt like a queen surrounded by servants and gold coins.

She wrote: “I died, as you are seeing me here. I was dead physically. But I was in heaven, and he said to me, my child, ‘Go back is not yours yet’.

“I saw myself in heaven. Very peaceful. All my burden was lifted. I didn’t want to come back. It was so cool and smooth. The feeling is out of this world. I was a queen. I had servants and gold coins everywhere. Believe me this is what I saw.

“But I was led through a beautiful passage that said to me, “It was not my turn yet. I should wait for my turn”.

Junior Pope’s wife pays tribute one year after death

Wife of actor Junior Pope, Jennifer Awele is remembering her husband a year after his untimely death.

She shared a post on Instagram, reflecting on the pain and grief of losing her husband.

Junior Pope and others drowned at Anam River in Anambra State while returning from a movie set produced by Adanma Luke on April 10th.

Luke received backlash for not providing the actors with safety procedures, which led to their deaths.

Jennifer described the past year as a journey of standing in the face of unimaginable loss.

She noted that not a day has gone by without a thought of Junior Pope and his love still surrounds their family.

Jennifer revealed that it’s been tough trying to stay strong for each other as the world around them seems to fall apart.

The grief remains heavy, and the absence has left a void that words can never fill.

However, they look up to heaven for strength and guidance.

She wrote: “It’s been one year of standing in the face of our unimaginable loss, and not a day has gone by without a thought of you.

Your love still surrounds us, your laughter echoes in our hearts, and your presence is felt in the quiet moments when we miss you most.

“You have no idea how tough it’s been, trying to stay strong for each other even as the world around us seems fallen apart. The grief remains heavy, the absence left a void that words can never fill, but through it all, we look up for strength from heaven as a guiding light.

“Oh death, you have taught us to live each day as it comes, one step at a time bearing such extreme pain that can never go away.

“I still don’t have the right words to respond to Jason and Jaden wanting to know if Daddy will fulfill his promise of taking them to a proper football academy and be present at their first official match. They said ;, “Daddy told them he wouldn’t miss it for anything in the world”. Then the littlest one (J papa as fondly called by daddy) Jamon, keeps asking when daddy is bringing the big toy car he promised him

“We appreciate everyone who sympathized with us and stood and still stand by us through our time of grief. Words cannot express our heartfelt gratitude for your love and support towards us.

“To our beloved, you did not only leave us, your family but so many who loved you and loved your works.

It is so difficult and unbelievable to
say these words, but still, continue to rest in the bosom of the Almighty. You will always be in our hearts and our thoughts, and your memories and legacy will live on forever.

“Though you’re no longer by our side, you live on in every memory, every smile and every tear. We shall carry you with us always until we meet again. We cannot question God, right? May Your Soul Rest In Perfect Peace, My Love”.

Online begging becoming too frequent – Kizz Daniel

Afrobeats artist Kizz Daniel has expressed frustration with his fans, known as Vaddicts, over constant requests for financial support on social media.

He urged them to appreciate his presence rather than seeking monetary assistance.

The “Buga” hitmaker took to X to address the issue, stating, “Vaddicts make una stop all this money thing each time I’m online … shey we no fit just vibe ni ?! …. Even if God wan use me bless person , it will be in private not public . Not anymore ….”

Kizz Daniel’s fans responded with mixed reactions. Some understood his perspective, while others felt he was being unfair.

One fan, @GucciStarboi, accused Kizz Daniel of implying that his fans are “giveaway fans.”

He wrote: ”Are you lowkey saying that we your vaddict fans are giveaway fans ?? Delete this post now, we can’t take this from you.”

@Mygodfather__, suggested that Kizz Daniel’s situation is similar to Davido’s, who also faces demands for money from fans.

He wrote: ”This is the effect of gathering fans with giveaway. Davido dey suffer the same consequences too. So hold on for now”.

Another fan @realestos: stated: ”Na wetin make Davido get fans o, if you like go snooze, dem go leave u follow who Dey dash money next”

However, @lesbianunits supported Kizz Daniel, stating that his boundaries are valid and that “vibes should be natural, not transactional.”

”I hear you, and I respect that. You’ve got every right to protect your peace and set boundaries. It’s not every time person go show up and be expected to give. Vibes should be natural, not transactional. And if you choose to bless someone privately, that’s between you and God”, she said.

Actress calls for help after rider allegedly flees with goods

Actress Joke Jigan has cried out for help after a rider allegedly fled with goods worth millions.

Jigan shared a photo of a rider on Instagram, accusing him of stealing her goods worth N2 million.

She claimed the rider blocked her from calling him and asked Nigerians to help track him.

She provided his phone number and urged people to call him if they know him.

“Please, if you know this guy, help me call his number. He’s a rider, and he’s got items of mine close to 2m with him since yesterday, and he’s blocked me from calling him 09133595927. That’s his number. Please help a sister o,” she wrote.

In 2024, Adunni Ade had a similar experience with a rider who ended the trip prematurely and refused to pick up her order.

Adunni threatened to take drastic measures if her order was not delivered.

Adekunle Gold mocks Joeboy after N3m betting loss

Afrobeats singer Adekunle Gold has playfully mocked his colleague Joeboy after he lost a N3 million bet on Real Madrid to beat Arsenal in their Champions League quarterfinal match.

Joeboy had shared a betting slip hours before the game, confidently backing Madrid to win, with the potential to earn N10.3 million.

He captioned the slip, “Cashing out on Arsenal tears tonight!”

However, Arsenal’s 3-0 victory resulted in Joeboy losing the bet, prompting Adekunle Gold to join in on the fun with a lighthearted tease.

Adekunle Gold reposted Joeboy’s tweet, jokingly saying, “Lmao. You don go blow stream money. Next time face your club”.

Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Real Madrid puts them in a strong position ahead of the second leg.

They’ll look to maintain their lead when they travel to the Santiago Bernabeu next Wednesday.

Before then, they’ll face Brentford in the Premier League.

How fighting Chioma affected my business – Davido

Singer Davido has shared insights into how his relationship with wife Chioma influences both his personal and professional life.

In an interview on The Breakfast Club podcast, the superstar discussed how arguments with Chioma can affect his business, as well as the profound role her support has played in his success.

Davido acknowledged that Chioma is not only a vital partner in his life but also a key figure behind his achievements.

Reflecting on their bond, which spans over a decade, he expressed how their relationship has evolved and strengthened over time.

The singer also opened up about his initial concerns regarding introducing his children to Chioma, acknowledging that, despite his early fears, their relationship has only grown stronger with time.

He said: “My wife has always had things over me since we were young. Every time I fight her, something bad happens to my business. If I fight her, she will say, ‘So you are fighting me, Abi? Your album is coming. Do you want to fight me?’ She has that grace over me. My kids love her, especially my daughter. There were times when I was scared to bring my kids around her, but there has been some growth”.

He revealed that he and Chioma were together for 11 years before officially tying the knot and their relationship began when they were both teenagers, with Davido at 18 and Chioma at 17.

They met while still in school, and Chioma eventually transitioned from being his girlfriend to his wife.

Yetunde Barnabas debunks rumours of second child with footballer husband

Nollywood actress Yetunde Barnabas has dismissed rumours claiming she recently welcomed a second child with her husband, footballer Olayinka Peters.

On her Instagram page, the movie star shared a screenshot of a Facebook post spreading the false news.

In her response, Yetunde urged the public to verify information before sharing, noting that the arrival of such blessings should be left in God’s hands and perfect timing.

She stated: “As seen on Facebook, I am not aware that I gave birth o, even though this is good news. Please stop spreading false rumours about me, and do your findings before posting. God’s time is the best”.

Steve Crown set to marry lover April 26

Gospel singer Steve Crown has re-announced engagement to fiancée, Ruth Thomas, with a wedding date set for April 26, 2025.

The musician shared a romantic video of the proposal on his Instagram page, expressing joy and gratitude.

He wrote: “Approved by God. We are now forever. Crowningruth2025. 26th APRIL 2025”.

The couple’s union has been met with an outpouring of congratulatory messages from fans and fellow celebrities.

Steve Crown’s music career has been thriving, with popular songs like “You Are Great,” “All The Glory,” and “Mighty God.”

The gospel singer’s soulful voice and inspiring lyrics have endeared him to many, and his engagement has been met with widespread excitement and well-wishes.

Notable figures like Eben, Yadah, Okopi Peterson, Joe Praise and Ada Ehi have offered well-wishes, with some expressing excitement and prayers for the couple’s future together.

I do not own anonymous Instagram blog – Iyabo Ojo

Actress and filmmaker Iyabo Ojo has denied she’s the mastermind behind the popular anonymous blog Gistlover.

In a podcast interview with Ayo Makun, she questioned the logic of her being the blogger and yet having herself and her daughter dragged on the same platform.

Iyabo Ojo revealed that she discovered people close to her were sending incorrect information to the blogger, fueling the negative posts.

“How would I be Gistlover and I’d drag myself and my daughter on that same blog. When Gistlover was dragging me, I found out it was the people close to me sending the wrong information to the blogger”, she said.

The identity of Gistlover has been a long-standing mystery with many speculating about the blogger’s true identity.

Legendary Bollywood actor Manoj Kumar dies at 87

Renowned Bollywood actor and filmmaker Manoj Kumar has died at 87 in Mumbai, India’s entertainment and financial hub.

Dr. Santosh Shetty of Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, where the veteran actor was receiving treatment, confirmed that he succumbed to complications arising from age-related health conditions.

His son, Kunal Goswami, also shared with the ANI news agency that Kumar had been dealing with health challenges for an extended period.

Widely celebrated for his patriotic roles, Kumar rose to stardom during the 1960s and 1970s. His impactful storytelling and iconic performances left a lasting legacy in Indian cinema, particularly through films that stirred national pride.

Born in 1937 in Punjab as Harikrishan Goswami, he earned critical and popular acclaim through landmark films such as Shaheed, Roti Kapda Aur Makaan, and Kranti. These works, known for their strong patriotic message, struck a powerful chord with Indian audiences.

Throughout his illustrious career, Kumar received numerous honors, including the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian award. His lifelong contribution to film was further acknowledged with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the most prestigious recognition in Indian cinema.

Following the news of his passing, heartfelt tributes poured in across social media platforms.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered him as a cinematic legend, stating on X (formerly Twitter):

“Manoj Ji’s works ignited a spirit of national pride and will continue to inspire generations.”

Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit also expressed his condolences, calling Kumar’s death “a great loss to the industry” and adding that “the entire film fraternity will deeply miss him.”

Kate Henshaw slams online trolls for resorting to insults

Veteran actress Kate Henshaw has criticised online trolls who resort to name-calling and insults whenever they disagree with her on social media.

Expressing her frustration, she condemned the frequent use of derogatory terms like ‘olosho’ and ‘prostitute’, describing it as exhausting.

Kate urged trolls to engage in more intelligent and respectful discussions instead of relying on insults.

On her X, she said that many online trolls deliberately choose to be dull and senseless.

She wrote: “Name-calling like olosho, prostitute & the like is just so tiring to hear. Can’t you come up with more intelligent responses? Oh well, sense was in abundance, but that’s when you decided to walk away so that you would be bereft of brains . Dullards”.

My American passport worth more than a million dollars – Davido

Afrobeats sensation Davido has claimed his US passport is worth more than a million dollars.

Born in Atlanta, Georgia, the singer holds dual citizenship, giving him unrestricted access to the United States.

Davido reflected on the significance of his passport, stating: “Till date, I don’t care how much money you’ve got, that blue passport is worth more than a million dollars.

“The only thing is that I could fly anytime I wanted, like go to America every time I wanted and stuff. That was beautiful.”

In contrast, Davido’s team members often face challenges securing visas for tours, experiencing delays and difficulties.

His US passport, however, makes international travel seamless, sparing him these issues.

Legendary actor Val Kilmer dies at 65

Prolific American actor Val Kilmer, who was propelled to fame with “Top Gun” and went on to starring roles as Batman and Jim Morrison, has died at age 65, the New York Times reported Tuesday.

The cause of death was pneumonia, his daughter Mercedes Kilmer told the Times. He had battled throat cancer following a 2014 diagnosis, but later recovered, she said.

AFP has reached out to his representatives for comment.

Originally a stage actor, Kilmer burst onto the big screen full of charisma, cast as a rock star in Cold War spoof “Top Secret!” in 1984.

Two years later, he gained fame as the cocky, if mostly silent fighter pilot in training Tom “Iceman” Kazansky in box office smash hit “Top Gun,” playing a rival to Tom Cruise’s “Maverick.”

A versatile character actor whose career spanned decades, Kilmer toggled between blockbusters and smaller-budget independent films. He got a shot at leading man status in Oliver Stone’s “The Doors,” depicting Jim Morrison’s journey from a psychedelics-loving LA film student to 60s rock frontman.

After a cameo in Quentin Tarantino-written “True Romance,” Kilmer went on to star alongside Al Pacino and Robert De Niro in “Heat” and took a turn as the masked Gotham vigilante in “Batman Forever,” between the Bruce Wayne portrayals by Michael Keaton and George Clooney.

A 1996 Entertainment Weekly cover story dubbed Kilmer “The Man Hollywood Loves to Hate,” depicting him as a sometimes surly eccentric with exasperating work habits.

A New York Times interviewer in 2002 said Kilmer “hardly lives up to that reputation” and found the actor instead “friendly, buoyant and so open that he often volunteers personal details about his life and is quick to laugh at himself.”

“You have to learn to speak Val,” director D. J. Caruso told the newspaper.

– ‘ Magical life’ –

Born Val Edward Kilmer on New Year’s Eve 1959, he began acting in commercials as a child.

Kilmer was the youngest person ever accepted to the drama department at New York’s fabled Juilliard school, and made his Broadway debut in 1983 alongside Sean Penn and Kevin Bacon.

In Hollywood, the Los Angeles native longed to make serious films but found himself in a series of schlocky blockbusters and expensive flops in the early 2000s.

Chastened by a decade or more of low-budget movies, he was mounting a comeback in the 2010s with a successful stage show about Mark Twain that he hoped to turn into a film when he was struck by cancer.

“Val,” an intimate documentary about Kilmer’s stratospheric rise and later fall in Hollywood, premiered at the Cannes film Festival in 2021 and showed him struggling for air after a tracheotomy.

Kilmer “has the aura of a man who was dealt his cosmic comeuppance and came through it,” US publication Variety wrote of the film. “He fell from stardom, maybe from grace, but he did it his way.”

When he reprised his role as “Iceman” in the long-awaited sequel “Top Gun: Maverick,” Kilmer’s real-life health issues,and rasp of voice,were written into the character.

“Instead of treating Kilmer — and, indeed, the entire notion of Top Gun — as a throwaway nostalgia object, he’s given a celluloid swan song that’ll stand the test of time,” GQ wrote.

On his website, Kilmer said he had led a “magical life.”

“For more than half a century, I have been honing my art, no matter the medium. Be it literature, movies, poetry, painting, music, or tracking exotic and beautiful wildlife,” he wrote.

According to the Times, he is survived by two children, Mercedes and Jack Kilmer

Nollywood star Jim Iyke kicks as YouTube takes down new movie

Nigerian actor and filmmaker Jim Iyke has expressed disappointment over the removal of the thriller drama movie titled ‘Light in the Dark’ from YouTube.

The actor announced the film’s removal from YouTube on social media, saying it was due to an inappropriate scene.

According to him, the film, which had over 600,000 views in a few days, was taken down by YouTube.

The actor expressed disappointment and said he remained optimistic as he thanked his team for their hard work and dedication. He further encouraged fans to support the revised version of the movie that was now available on his channel.

The actor recognised the significance of his fans’ support, stressing that every view, share and comment made a difference.

“Hey, everyone! The original version of our movie, ‘Light in the Dark’, on JIMIYKE TV was taken down. They deemed one of the scenes inappropriate from feedback received.

“It has been challenging, to say the least. Over 600k views accumulated in a few days. The time, effort, and passion my team put into these projects is inestimable. But I’m not deterred. My energy has always stemmed from positivity and a winners’ mentality,” said the actor.

Iyke announced the new version of the movie and urged fans to watch, share, and spread the word.

The film tells the story of a couple, Emeka and Jumoke, who have been married for 11 years and have a daughter they love dearly.

Jumoke has been trying hard to have another child and hopes it will be a boy to appease Emeka’s family.

A gang attacks them one night, and the gang leader decides to rape Jumoke.

The film featured Rita Dominic, Joke Silva, Said Balogun, Kiki Omeili, and Bimbo Ademoye.

Bobrisky makes U-turn, says immigration arrest “April Fool”

Controversial crossdresser Bobrisky has made a U-turn on alleged arrest by immigration authorities, revealing that his initial post was an April Fools’ Day prank.

Bobrisky sparked concern with a social media post claiming he had been arrested and was unaware of the reason.

He wrote: “Guys, have just been arrested by immigration in Nigeria. I don’t know what I did o”.

Although the prank has been revealed, it’s worth noting that Bobrisky has a history of legal troubles, including a previous arrest at the Seme border.

The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) had also confirmed an arrest, stating Bobrisky was a “person of interest” in an ongoing investigation, but the exact reason remains unclear.

Drake is a million times better than Kendrick Lamar – Kanye West

American rapper Kanye West has stated that Drake is vastly superior to Kendrick Lamar in terms of relevance and impact on hip-hop culture.

In a recent interview with DJ Akademiks, West asserted that despite Lamar’s apparent victory in the hip-hop beef between the two in the U.S., Drake’s influence on the global music scene is unparalleled.

He drew comparisons between Drake’s cultural significance and that of Future and Young Thug.

According to West: “One thing is, Drake is a million times better than Kendrick [Lamar] and a million times more important [to the hip-hop world]. What Future and [Young] Thug have done is what Drake culturally is. That sh*t was insane, bro. It’s universal”.

The Canadian rapper Drake and the American rapper Kendrick Lamar have been involved in a rap feud since 2013, when Drake responded to Lamar’s verse on the Big Sean song “Control”.

It escalated in 2024 with Lamar’s lyrics in the song “Like That”.

The two began on favorable terms in 2011 but on August 14, 2013, Lamar dissed Drake, among many rappers, on “Control”, but claimed his verse was “friendly competition”.

Over the next decade, the two denied speculation that they had dissed each other on various songs.

In 2023, on rapper J. Cole and Drake’s song “First Person Shooter”, Cole claimed that he, Drake, and Lamar were the “big three” of modern hip-hop; on “Like That” in March 2024, Lamar rejected the notion of a big three, saying the top spot in hip hop was “just big me”.

On May 4, on “Not Like Us”, Lamar accused Drake of pedophilia. On May 5, Drake released “The Heart Part 6”, which denied Lamar’s accusations and claimed Drake’s team fed Lamar false information about a second child. In January 2025, Drake filed a petition against and then sued Universal Music Group (UMG), his and Lamar’s record label in the Southern District Court of New York, for releasing “Not Like Us”, alleging that the song was defamatory and that it was promoted by UMG with illegal tactics.

In 2025, Drake reflected on the feud on “Fighting Irish Freestyle”; and Lamar won five Grammy Awards for “Not Like Us”, performing it and “Euphoria” at Super Bowl LIX.

Mercy Aigbe addresses negative comments surrounding her marriage

Actress and filmmaker Mercy Aigbe Adeoti has spoken out against negative comments surrounding her marriage to Kazim Adeoti.

In a recent interview with colleague, Bimpe Akintunde, she dismissed critics, questioning the state of their lives.

Aigbe emphasised that people only discuss others when they’re doing something notable or are well-known.

She stated that being at the top is what makes one a topic of conversation.

The actress also revealed that her family opposed her remarriage due to her age but she stood firm, knowing what she wanted.

Aigbe expressed her love for marriage and having a partner, saying she’s the type of person who loves to have a “crown” (husband) on her head.

“I love love, actually. What you said now, a lot of people do ask me, even some family members. They would be like, I’m close to 50 years old; what am I looking for? But I believe everybody knows what they want.

“What you want might be different from mine. I know what I saw, and I know what I wanted. I am the kind of person who loves to have a crown (husband) on my head and loves to be married.

“Maybe, if I’m still in my baby’s daddy’s house, I wouldn’t be known as Mercy Aigbe. Definitely people will talk when you do something good. If you are not known, you can’t be the topic. When I was young, I never thought my life would turn out this way,” she said.

Kazim Adeoti, popularly known as Adekaz, has been a behind-the-scenes figure in the entertainment industry for years.

However, his marriage to Mercy Aigbe in 2022 thrust him into the spotlight.

Despite the controversy surrounding their union, with many criticising Kazim’s involvement with Mercy as the reason for his first marriage’s demise, the couple has remained strong.

They continue to defy critics and publicly display their love for each other.

I look forward to getting married next year – Bidemi Olaoba

Gospel singer Bidemi Olaoba has shared plans and aspirations for the future, expressing trust in God to settle down and get married within the next year.

In a recent conversation with Leke Adeboye, Olaoba expressed his trust in God to settle down and start a new chapter in his life.

Olaoba said his preferred honeymoon destination will be Japan.

“By this time next year, I’m trusting God to be settled, married. I’ll love to have my honeymoon in Japan,” he said.

Olaoba also opened up about his unwavering dedication to prioritising his spiritual growth and self-nourishment.

He emphasised the importance of seeking guidance and rejuvenation from God’s word, particularly on days when he is scheduled to minister to the congregation.

According to him, he intentionally schedules his time to attend church services, ensuring he arrives early to receive a powerful blessing from the pastor’s message.

He said: “I schedule myself in a way that if i’m not in church, ‘The Bridge’, I schedule myself in such a way that I will be seated in service before the pastor preaches so I will also be blessed under the pastor’s ministration.

“For example, if I was to Minister by 11, I might try to get there early so that I will still sit under the word, the pastor preaches and I’m also blessed before I come up to minister. I won’t just come in when i’m supposed to minister and go”.

By doing so, Olaoba believes he can receive the nourishment to be a vessel of blessings to others.

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