Actress Dakore denies alleged affair with Akpabio

Famous Nigerian actress Dakore Egbuson-Akande has denied a report that she had an affair with the Senate president, Godswill Akpabio.

A viral report on Sunday named Dakore among other female celebrities that are allegedly Akpabio’s ‘side chicks.’

In a post on her official Instagram page on Monday, the actress denied the allegations, stating that she had never met Akpabio before.

“I saw text messages and calls this morning, alerting me to a very wicked lie from the pit of hell. I must say that I’m very disappointed, shocked and appalled. And I want to categorically state that I have never ever met the Senate president in my life.

“I have not had any cause to be in the same room with him, not to talk of being his side chick. I’m happily married with two beautiful children. So for a jobless, wicked blogger to decide to put my name amongst women who have been with this man is totally wicked and unfounded.

“It is a lie and I am ready for any legal action because, at this point, you have messed with the wrong person. I keep to myself, mind my business, I drink water and I do my work. So for someone to want to tarnish my hard-earned name and image for some clicks, no way.

“I’m not going to accept it or going to be quiet about it. I want to put it out there. Anyone who can provide video or audio evidence that I have been with this man, I would give you N5 million right now,” she wrote.

Crypto billionaire Blord breaks silence after release from police custody

Popular cryptocurrency billionaire Linus Williams, better known as Blord, has finally spoken after his release from police custody.

Blord was arrested on Tuesday in Abuja over alleged cryptocurrency fraud and terrorism funding against his companies.

Blord was released on Friday after three days in police custody.

Following his release, the 26-year-old fintech CEO took to his Instagram page on Friday to announce his comeback.

Sharing a picture of him with celebrity billionaire Obi Cubana in Abuja, Blord bragged about being the president of the youths.

He wrote, “Youth President For A Reason.”

Singer Rema and TikToker, Kelly Akoussah spark dating rumours

Nigerian singer, Rema, and UK-based Togolese TikTok star, Kelly Akoussah, have sparked relationship rumours.

The ‘Calm Down’ crooner shared a video of the influencer vibing to one of the songs from his sophomore album, ‘HeIS,’ via his Instagram story with the caption; “My bb [baby].”

It didn’t take long before fans started speculating that the duo might be dating.

Kelly’s caption while reposting Rema’s post further fueled the rumours.

She wrote: “[I] love you [heart emoji].”

This comes weeks after Rema revealed that his new girlfriend will be the mother of his child.

He noted that his mystery girlfriend has a tattoo for him and would do anything for him.

Before these latest relationship rumours, Rema was formerly rumoured to be with Wizkid’s ex, Justine Skye.

The duo fueled the rumours after they were spotted having an intimate moment at Skye’s birthday party, reportedly organised by Rema last year.

The singers have neither denied nor confirmed their relationship.

Crypto billionaire Blord released days after arrest

Popular Cryptocurrency billionaire, Linus Williams, widely known as Blord, has been granted bail after three days in police custody.

Controversial self-acclaimed social media activist, VeryDarkMan made this known in a post shared on his Instagram page on Friday.

VeryDarkMan had days ago announced Blord’s arrest over allegations of fraud and terrorism funding.

However, giving an update in a now trending post on his page, VeryDarkMan revealed that Blord has been released after much ‘begging and crying.’

“After much begging and crying Blord is out and he will be going back next week to answer for all his alleged crimes I believe the @npf_nccc will not compromise and Justice will be upheld, see you next week Mr influential.”

The Blord Group had debunked the allegations of his arrest, clarifying that he was simply invited for questioning.

Cynthia Morgan calls out Ayra Starr over dressing and also slams Mavin over Rema smoking

Cynthia Morgan has warned Mavin Records over Rema’s smoking habit, while also slamming Ayra Starr for her choice of outfit when she met with American actor, Will Smith.

Taking to her Instagram Story, the dancehall artist told Ayra that there’s more to life than music and stage performances.

She then threatened to storm Mavin Records office if anything happens to Rema over his smoking habit.

She wrote: “Meeting will smith dressed up like that? There is more to life than music and stage performances my dear @ayrastarr.”

“And that rema wey they hold cigar wey he no sabi smoke. If anything happen to that boy mavins I go find una office,” Cynthia added.

This comes days after Ayra Starr had dinner with Will Smith in Rome after performing at Coldplay’s concert.

Drake’s Toronto mansion gets flooded amid record-breaking storm

Drake’s home was overtaken by flood amid a heavy rainfall.

The singer shared a video of his home in Toronto on his Instagram Stories.

The video shows the house he refers to as The Embassy flooded with brown water.

Drake joked on Instagram that the rushing water “better be espresso martini”.

In the video, Drake and another person are seen trying to clean up the mess.

Toronto has been hit by record rainfall from three huge storms that have cut power and stranded people.

Yoruba actor Abija asks for financial assistance on TikTok

Veteran Yoruba actor, Tajudeen Oyewole, popularly known as Abija, has taken to the internet to solicit financial assistance.

The 66-year-old actor, who is known for playing the role of a traditionalist in the movies, engaged his fans during a TikTok live session.

Abija, in a now trending video on social media, sought financial help from his followers as he appreciated those who already donated money to his bank account.

“Larry thank you so much. You will grow old in sound health. I have sent my account details to the comment section of Baba Legba. I appreciate you.

“You will also not beg to survive. You will not suffer in life. My account is in the comment section. Thank you, everyone.”

BBNaija’s Erica calls out British Airways over ‘downgraded ticket’

Big Brother Naija reality show star, Erica Nlewedim, has called out British Airways for allegedly downgrading her business class ticket to economy without her consent.

Erica while causing a scene at an undisclosed airport, noted that she initially tried to resolve the issue calmly but went live on Instagram after she was bullied by a staff of the airline.

In a now controversial video on social media, She claimed that the officials tried to intimidate her and threatened to seize her phone.

In the footage, Erice demanded that her ticket be reverted to business class.

She said; “His name is Stanley, British Airways. I paid for a business class ticket and he is trying to downgrade me to the economy and I didn’t come late. I wasn’t recording before. I was on my own and you called a uniformed person on me telling me I was recording. Okay now, I am going on life recording.

“Even if you guys want to shoot me, everybody will see it. You have not seen the mad side of me in four years and now it’s out. I have been nice since and the niceness is not getting me anywhere but now I have to be nasty.

“Don’t bring problems my way and I won’t bring problems your way. I came here all nice and you told me that you wanted to put me on economy. What the fuck? Did you all not collect the money? Give me what I paid for.”

British Airways has yet to comment on the matter as of the time of this report.

‘Media has been lying about Trump’ – Amber Rose

American model and rapper, Amber Rose, has explained her decision to support the Republican Party candidate, Donald Trump, in the upcoming presidential election.

Amber, a former critic of Trump, said her change of heart was due to her discovery that the media has been lying about the former president.

She spoke at the Republican National Convention Monday night in Milwaukee.

Trump attended the convention with a bandaged right ear after he was injured in an apparent assassination attempt at a rally in Butler, Pa., Saturday.

“I’m no politician and I don’t want to be, but I do care about the truth, and the truth is that the media has lied to us about Donald Trump .. I know this because, for a long time, I believed those lies so I’m here to set the record straight,” Amber said.

“No matter your political background, the best chance we have to give our babies a better life is to elect Donald Trump president of the United States.”

Why I neglected my parents – Shatta Wale

Famous Ghanaian musician, Shatta Wale has finally disclosed why he neglected his parents.

Shatta Wale in a post on his Facebook wall, accused his parents of being responsible for his failure to take care of them.

He stated that his parents’ neglect when he was young made him a monster today.

He wrote; “When you born and take care of them anyhow you can before your children turn into monsters

“No one ever apologized for making me this way.”

This comes after his mother, Elsie Evelyn accused him of neglect.

Wiz Khalifa arrested in Romania on drug possession charge after smoking cannabis onstage

Wiz Khalifa has been arrested in Romania and charged with illegal drug possession.

According to reports from French news agency Agence France Presse (AFP), the rapper and actor, real name Cameron Thomaz, 36, was headlining the “Beach, Please!” festival in Costinesti, Romania, where authorities allegedly found cannabis in his possession in the early hours of Sunday, July 14, prosecutors said.

Cannabis is considered a “risk drug” under Romanian law, and if Khalifa is convicted, he could face up to 10 years in prison.

The Romanian anti-organized crime prosecutors organization DIICOT said in a statement to the French outlet on Sunday, July 14. that the rapper smoked the drug onstage during his performance.

“During a performance at a music festival held in the resort of Costinesti, the accused was found to have possessed more than 18 grams of cannabis and to have consumed (onstage) another quantity in the form of a handmade cigarette,” DIICOT said in its statement.

A source who spoke with the outlet also alleged that Khalifa was taken in for questioning by local authorities early on Sunday along with several other people.

He was charged but released soon after.

Following his release, Wiz Khalifa shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) about his arrest.

He wrote: “Last nights show was amazing. I didn’t mean any disrespect to the country of Romania by lighting up on stage.

“They were very respectful and let me go. I’ll be back soon. But without a big ass joint next time.”

Actress Biodun Okeowo ties knot with lover

Famous Yoruba actress, Biodun Okeowo, popularly known as Omoborty, has tied the knot with her lover, Adeniyi Olabiyi.

Omoborty had the traditional wedding with her US-based lover on Saturday, in presence of friends and well wishers.

Sharing photos from the ceremony, the excited single mother of two wrote, ‘’Ladies and gentlemen, I officially present to you Mr. and Mrs. Olabiyi.

“I married my best friend, prayer partner and soulmate. Every step we have taken has led us to this moment, and I cannot wait to spend the rest of my life loving you.”

Omoborty had while sharing her journey as a mother of two, clarified that she has never been married but that her children were born out of wedlock.

I left my marriage after 13 years of abuse – Actress Ayo Mogaji

Veteran Nollywood actress, Ayo Mogaji, has finally disclosed why she left her 13 years marriage with retired footballer, Victor Ayodele Oduleye.

The actress previously had a 20-year-old son for her colleague, actor Jibola Dabo, who she described as her boyfriend, after which she got married to Victor Ayodele Oduleye in 2006.

However, in her latest interview with actress Biola Bayo on the ‘Talk To Be’ podcast, Magaji accused Oduleye of abuse.

She further narrated her love journey with the retired footballer.

“We fell in love with each other but received beating over any little thing.

“Even in England the abusive language, the mental torture, the physical abuse, when it gets too much I will advise anybody to get out of that marriage.

“It got to a stage that when it’s only two of us at home, I do go outside the compound and sit till when someone will come around so that I will not be abused. We were in it for like thirteen years and we have been separated for four years now,” she said.

Charly Boy reacts to renaming of National Theatre after Soyinka

Veteran singer and social activist, Charles Oputa, aka Charly Boy, says he will no longer accord respect to the Nobel Laureate, Prof Wole Soyinka.

Charly Boy, a staunch critic of President Bola Tinubu made the assertion in a post on his official X handle on Friday while reacting to the renaming of the National Arts Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos after Soyinka.

President Tinubu in a tribute he wrote to celebrate Soyinka in commemoration of his 90th birthday, announced the renaming of the facility after Soyinka.

Reacting, Charly Boy in his post, protested against the move, saying the “Mighty have fallen, for beans”

He wrote, “Uncle WOLE I henceforth withdraw all the respect I once had for you.

“When late Jimmyjohnson talked about you in the 90s, I thought he was only yabbing you.

“Wow! How some of our MIGHTYs have fallen, for beans, ewa, dodo, is it for rice’?

Man jailed for life for Holly Willoughby murder plot

A security guard who plotted to abduct, rape and murder television presenter Holly Willoughby has been jailed for a minimum of 16 years.

Gavin Plumb said his “ultimate fantasy” was to use tools he had assembled to perpetrate highly sexualised violence against the former This Morning anchor.

The 37-year-old, from Harlow, Essex, was caught after he unknowingly disclosed his plans to an undercover police officer operating in the online chatroom “Abduct Lovers”.

The jail term was passed as part of a life sentence.

Mr Justice Edward Murray said the offences have had “life-changing consequences” on Ms Willoughby, both “privately and professionally”.

Plumb had denied soliciting murder and inciting kidnap and rape between 2021 and 2023, but was found guilty following an eight-day trial at Chelmsford Crown Court.

“I have no doubt this was all considerably more than a fantasy to you,” said the judge, who noted Plumb’s “gross obesity” which he had previously talked to the BBC about.

The judge added: “Your plan was hopelessly unrealistic for a number of reasons – including your physical health – but you clearly thought it was feasible.

“You always intended to carry out your plan to kidnap, rape and kill Ms Willoughby if you could find ‘the right crew’ to do it.”

The judge said Plumb would serve at least 15 years and 85 days of the minimum jail sentence, having spent a portion of time behind bars on remand.

The defendant, who had previous convictions for attempted kidnap, stood emotionless in the dock as he was sentenced.

Ms Willoughby ended her 14-year stint on This Morning after the offences came to light in October 2023.

Joke Silva, Nollywood celebrate Olu Jacobs @82

Veteran Nollywood actor, Olu Jacobs, has received good wishes from family, colleagues and fans as he clocked 82 on Thursday.

Jacob’s wife, Joke Silva, took to Instagram to pray for her husband in celebration of the milestone.

She wrote: “82 just like that. Agba ko ni nira l’agbara Jesu… Happy birthday and.have an amazing year ahead me darling… Sir J of life@_olujacobs (loving his customized house coat …thanks a mill @thegardentheatre Tosin Otudeko).”

Other celebrities also took to the comment section of the post.

Actress Chioma Akpotha said: “A living legend! Happy Birthday Sir. We love you.”

Also, actress, Shaffy Bello, wrote: “Happy Birthday uncle O. A legend of our time and beyond. God bless you and the entire family.”

Similarly, Omotola Jalade said, “Happy Birthday to a legend, A father to the industry, An outstanding actor, an incredible soul.’’

A gifted role interpreter, Sola Sobowale, wrote, “Happy Birthday Uncle Olu. Stay blessed.’’

Popular dancer, Kafayat Shafau, known as “Kaffy”, said “Happy birthday Papa! A true Legend.”

Kanye West announces his retirement from music

American rapper, Kanye West has said he’s retiring from professional music.

He said he’s unsure of what to do next.

The ‘Ye’ crooner stated this in a recent chat with Rich The Kid.

Rich The Kid shared the screenshot of their conversation via his Instagram story on Tuesday.

In the screenshot, YE wrote, “I am retiring from professional music. Not sure what else to do.”

In a bid to persuade him to shelve his plans, Rich The Kid wrote, “Retire? Why? How? The people need you. The music you, TY [Dollar $ign] and we have made was the biggest stamp in culture to this date in 2024.

“Drop Ye about mine & V2 and we do it all over again. The kids need you, big bro. Fashion maybe some time to chill but retiring ain’t it.” [Sic].

He didn’t share whether West accepted his advice or not.

Kanye West is one of the most prominent figures in hip-hop; he is known for his varying musical styles.

He started his music career as a producer in Chicago after dropping out of college.

He gained prominence after co-producing Jay-Z’s 2001 album ‘The Blueprint’ and was later signed as an in-house producer for Roc-A-Fella Records.
In 2004, West released his debut album, ‘The College Dropout,’ which was met with critical acclaim and yielded the Billboard Hot 100-number one single ‘Slow Jamz.’

He went on to become the joint most-awarded hip-hop artist in the Grammys’ history along with Jay-Z with 24 golden gramophones.

DJ Cuppy excited as her acting debut series ‘Supacell’ tops global TV shows on Netflix

Nigerian Disc Jockey, Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, has relished her acting debut series, Supacell’s rise to number one on the global TV shows chart on Netflix.

Cuppy made her acting debut in the British sci-fi series which premiered on Netflix on June 27, 2024.

The music star made a cameo appearance as a disc jockey in the first episode of the series directed by Rapman.

Following the series’ latest achievement, DJ took to her X handle to appreciate Rapman for the opportunity to be part of the project.

She wrote: “Cupcakes! Supercell is the number 1 TV show globally on Netflix.

“[I’m] eternally grateful to RealRapman for giving me the chance to be part of this project.

“Now, we are currently the most viewed Netflix show in the world!”

Drake loses $300,000 bet after Argentina beat Canada in semi-final

Canadian superstar, Drake has lost the $300,000 bet he placed on his country to defeat Argentina in the Copa America semifinal.

Drizzy was expecting an estimated payout of $2,880,000.00 if Canada had gone through but they lost 2-0 to the reigning world champions at New York’s MetLife Stadium on Tuesday night.

Goals by Lionel Messi and Manchester City’s Julián Álvarez ensured that the South Americans reached the final of the showpiece.
Earlier on Tuesday afternoon, while sharing his bet slip on Instagram, the rapper had written: “This could get Messi @stake.”

Argentina will now take on the winner of today’s semifinal clash between Uruguay and Colombia in the showpiece final at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, on Sunday, July 14.

Canada, on the other hand, would settle for the third-place playoff with the loser of the fixture.