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Veteran Actress, Funke Akindele’s ‘Behind the Scene’ Becomes First African Film To Gross N2 Billion

Renowned Nigerian filmmaker Funke Akindele’s newly released film, Behind the Scene, has made history as the first Nollywood movie to exceed ₦2 billion in cinema box office sales.

FilmOne, a leading Nigerian film distributor, announced that Behind the Scenes’ movie grossed N2,103,039,706 in just one month of its release.

The distributor in a post on X, revealed that the new achievement makes Funke Akindele Africa’s most commercially successful filmmaker in Africa, highest grossing producer, writer, and director in West Africa’s history.

The actress was also named as the first filmmaker to rank number one for three consecutive years at the African box office.

Also celebrating the achievement, the actress, in a video on her Instagram page on Monday evening, said “we have every reason to thank God. 2 billion and counting is not a joke. Ladies and gentlemen, Behind the Scenes to the world.”

“Joy overflows, my heart is full of gratitude to God and my amazing fans. Reaching this incredible milestone and still counting would not have been possible without you. I’m deeply grateful”, she said.

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Davido Storms Delta For High Chief Wailey’s Birthday Bash (Video)

Afrobeats superstar Davido turned heads in Delta State after attending the lavish 60th birthday celebration of High Chief Emonena Victor “Wailey” Wayles in Ughelli.

The singer arrived promptly at the high-profile event, reinforcing a popular sentiment online that he shows up whenever called, regardless of status or location.

Fans praised Davido for remaining accessible and grounded despite his global fame, describing him as one of Africa’s most humble and loyal music stars.

The birthday ceremony, widely described by attendees as a shutdown, featured opulent gold themed décor, live performances, and a gathering of traditional chiefs and notable guests at the celebrant’s residence.

Another moment that caught attention was Davido’s logistics manager, Israel DMW, whose confident walk ahead of the singer sparked lighthearted reactions across social media.

While memes followed, supporters applauded Israel’s professionalism and loyalty, noting his role in managing operations and ensuring smooth coordination.

Fans also described Davido’s appearance as a “quick bag” moment, hailing him as one of Africa’s biggest and most successful entertainers while admiring his ability to balance fame, wealth, and respect for local traditions.

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I Control What Gets Inside — Nigerian Singer, Burna Boy Speaks (Video)

Nigerian music star Burna Boy has shared an insightful and engaging life lesson, using a simple analogy to highlight the importance of self-control and emotional awareness.

The Grammy winning artiste likened human emotions to a ship sailing on water, explaining that a ship does not sink because it is surrounded by water, but because water is allowed to get inside.

He noted that life will always come with pressure, noise, and challenges, but it is up to each individual to decide what they allow to affect them internally.

Burna Boy admitted that there were moments in the past when he reacted strongly and “let the water in,” but added that growth, learning, and experience helped him recover and move forward without sinking.

Delivered in a calm and reflective tone, the message resonated with many viewers as a reminder of emotional discipline, resilience, and the value of personal growth.

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AFCON 2025: Algeria Heads To FIFA, CAF Submits Complaint After 2-0 Defeat To Super Eagles

The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) has formally lodged a complaint with both FIFA and CAF following their 2–0 loss to Nigeria in the quarter-final of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations.

FAF had challenged some of the referee’s calls in the game last Saturday.

In the letter, they claimed that several officiating decisions in the match “raised serious questions” and caused widespread dissatisfaction among players, officials, and fans.

The federation described the calls as undermining the credibility of African refereeing and tarnishing the image of African football on the international stage.

The complaint included a formal request for an investigation to clarify the disputed decisions and to ensure corrective action in line with CAF and FIFA regulations.

After the game in Marrakech, Algerian and Nigerian players clashed on the field.

Fans of the Desert Foxes also vandalized some items in the stadium and had to be contained by stadium security.

On Monday, CAF already released a statement, confirming they have opened an investigation into the incidents.

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It Takes More Than Just Money To Be Successful — Billionaire Daughter, Sharon Adeleke Opens Up (Video)

Sharon Adeleke, the Nigerian billionaire daughter, has shared a candid reflection on success, wealth, and self-doubt.

In a recent post, Sharon revealed that she once struggled internally, questioning why success didn’t come easily for her despite having access to opportunities, networks, and funding that many people could only dream of.

She admitted that she often compared herself to others who started businesses with just a few thousand dollars and went on to build million-dollar companies — while she, who started with far more resources, felt stuck.

According to Sharon, a conversation with her therapist helped shift her perspective.

Her therapist reminded her that “you don’t know what you don’t know,” explaining that at the time, she lacked certain lessons, awareness, and life experiences that money alone could not provide.

Watch video below…

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Nigerian Resident Doctors Suspends Nationwide Strike

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has called off its planned nationwide strike. The association cited the intervention of Vice President Kashim Shettima, who stepped in to address the pressing concerns raised by the aggrieved doctors, as the reason for suspending the strike action.

The National President of NARD, Dr Mohammad Suleiman, confirmed this after a meeting by its National Executive Council, NEC.

He said the Vice President contacted NARD leadership and issued directives that led to the resolution of several outstanding issues, while appealing for additional time to allow other matters to be addressed.

“Following his intervention, the National Executive Council, NEC, of the association convened and unanimously resolved to respect the President’s efforts and halt the strike action that was scheduled to begin on January 12. This decision was reached just a few hours ago, and more information will be communicated shortly.”

He added that a detailed communiqué outlining the resolutions and next steps would be released in the coming days.

“Once I am fully recovered, I will also address the press to explain these issues in greater detail. For now, we are giving the government additional time to act in good faith.”

The suspension offers temporary relief to millions of Nigerians who depend on public health facilities and underscores ongoing negotiations aimed at averting a full-scale disruption of medical services nationwide.

NARD had on January 3 announced plans to resume a Total, Indefinite and Complete Strike, known as TICS 2.0, from January 12.

The association said the action was due to the Federal Government’s failure to implement agreements reached with resident doctors, including those contained in a Memorandum of Understanding.

The decision to embark on the strike was taken at an Emergency National Executive Council meeting held on January 2.

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Super Eagles Striker, Victor Boniface Begins Rehabilitation After Successful Knee Surgery (Video)

Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface has begun his rehabilitation following a successful knee surgery.

The Werder Bremen striker, on loan from Bayer Leverkusen, went under the knife in Innsbruck, Austria, on Saturday.

The Nigerian international has already been ruled out for the remainder of the season, with the hope of bouncing back for next season.

The 25-year-old shared a video on social media showing him working with a physiotherapist.

Watch the video below..

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I Didn’t Get Access To My Child For 3 Months – Carter Efe Shares Details Of Breakup From Babymama

Nigerian streamer Carter Efe has spoken out about a long-standing dispute with his daughter Charis’s mother, even as he celebrates his recent rise to the top of Africa’s Twitch scene.

The 28-year-old content creator, who recently became Africa’s most-followed Twitch streamer with over 500,000 followers after a collaboration with singer Davido, claimed he endured two years of personal and professional setbacks linked to issues with his former partner.

Efe in a series of posts on Instagram alleged that the woman identified as Emmanuella, frustrated his life and career, saying he trended almost daily over beating allegations that were pushed online without proof by activist Very Dark Man.

He said the controversy affected his mental health, disrupted his ability to create content, and left him financially unstable for a long period.

He also stated that he was denied access to his daughter for about three months, a situation he described as deeply painful but not strong enough to stop his grind.

According to him, the struggles pushed him to work harder with the goal of securing a better future for Charis.

Sharing photos from his early days, Efe recalled sleeping in a single room with his team while streaming to just a few viewers and hoping for a breakthrough.

He said they were later chased out of the room, an experience he described as one of the lowest points of his journey.

The streamer mocked what he described as his ex-partner’s renewed interest in his life, claiming she left for months and only resurfaced after his success as Africa’s biggest streamer.

He contrasted this with the period when he was hustling with little support.

Efe said his recent happiness and increased online activity came after he was finally able to move away from the situation.

He credited God for his progress and said he never stopped being intentional about his grind despite feeling abandoned by people close to him.

He added that he has been single for over a year and has noticed major positive changes in his life since then.

 

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Even If It’s $100, Send For Your Son I’ll Manage – Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Babymama Begs Him (Video)

Kenyan woman Hellen Ati has once again appealed to Nigerian businessman Cubana Chief Priest to provide financial support for the child she claims he fathered.

The latest plea comes after her repeated demands for assistance with her son’s school fees.

In a video shared on social media, Hellen appeared emotional, with red eyes, as she asked for a small amount of money to help care for the boy.

She insisted that even a modest contribution could make a difference and expressed frustration at the businessman for not taking responsibility.

Hellen also suggested that she might take matters into her own hands if Cubana Chief Priest continues to ignore the child’s needs.

She said: “Even if you dey send me 200 dollars or 100 dollars it’s not that too much for you pascal.

“You dey ignore this baby, Pascal when I go see you..”

The ongoing dispute between the duo over paternity and financial support has played out publicly on social media for months.

Despite her repeated appeals, Cubana Chief Priest has maintained that he has no connection to Hellen Ati or the child.

Helen has consistently alleged that a one-night encounter with Cubana Chief Priest in Nigeria led to her pregnancy, a claim he has repeatedly denied.

While she insists on a DNA test, he maintains that she once rejected his invitation to come to Nigeria for the test and instead asked for financial assistance.

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Eniola Badmus’ Hilarious Reaction After Funke Akindele Accused Her Of Using Gov’t Funds To Buy Jewelries, Bags (Video)

Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has hilariously responded to allegations by fellow actress Funke Akindele, who claimed she uses government funds to purchase jewellery and designer bags.

Badmus is the Special Assistant on Social Events and Public Hearing to the Speaker of the House of Representatives of Nigeria, Tajudeen Abbas.

In a viral video, Funke Akindele jokingly told Eniola Badmus that she was using government funds to buy her jewellery and bags.

Reacting, Badmus made it clear that her wealth comes entirely from her personal earnings and not from any government source.

She added that everything she wears, from bags to jewellery, is locally made and bought with her own money.

Funke said, “You used all the government money to buy jewellery.”

Eniola replied: “Your money isn’t in my hands o please I don’t know what you’re talking about. All I’m wearing is locally made. I used my money to buy them.”

 

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