Renowned Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo has passed away!
Reports have it that a Nollywood source, who requested anonymity, informed that Ekubo was rushed to the hospital on Monday after battling cancer.
He passed away on Tuesday afternoon following several hours on life support.
Concerns about the actor’s health had begun to surface as far back as May 2025, amid a prolonged absence from social media.
According to reports, his last social media activity dated back to December 30, 2024.
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Genevieve Nnaji is set to make a highly anticipated return to the screen in a new drama series titled Wahala, produced by BBC Studios.
The six-part thriller, adapted from a work by BAFTA-nominated writer Theresa Ikoko, will be available for streaming on BBC iPlayer and will also air on BBC One.
BBC announced the casting on Tuesday, revealing a female-led ensemble that includes Adelayo Adedayo, Deborah Ayorinde, Cush Jumbo, and Susan Wokoma, alongside Nnaji.
Based on Nikki May’s debut novel, the series follows four Nigerian-British women as they navigate the complexities of friendship, careers, romance, and family life in contemporary London, while grappling with dark secrets from their past.
The central storyline revolves around three close friends Simi, Boo, and Ronke, played by Adedayo, Jumbo, and Wokoma respectively — whose bond is thrown into turmoil by the arrival of a fourth woman, Isobel, portrayed by Ayorinde.
The drama is described as an exploration of betrayal, buried truths, and the consequences of long-concealed secrets.
Nnaji expressed enthusiasm about joining the project, describing it as an intriguing story and praising the caliber of the team involved.
The role marks one of Nnaji’s most significant acting engagements in recent years.
Her last major project was Lionheart, her directorial debut, which premiered internationally in 2018 and subsequently streamed on Netflix in January 2019.
Widely regarded as one of Nollywood’s most influential figures, Nnaji has maintained a relatively low public profile in the years since, making her return to the screen a much-anticipated moment for fans.
The title Wahala, which translates to “trouble” in Nigerian Pidgin, is being produced by Firebird Pictures, a company under the BBC Studios umbrella.
Former Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eye winner Whitemoney has appealed to aspiring housemates to stop reaching out to him in hopes that he can facilitate their entry into the reality show.
The former housemate disclosed that his inbox has been flooded with messages from people seeking his influence ahead of the eleventh edition of the show.
In a video broadcast, he urged those hoping to participate to follow the proper process rather than looking for shortcuts, and made clear that he has no power to secure anyone’s place in the Big Brother house.
Whitemoney acknowledged the difficult economic climate and the appeal of the show as a platform for fame and opportunity, but stressed that the only legitimate path into the house is through the official audition process.
He shared his own experience of auditioning four times before finally being selected, encouraging hopefuls to remain persistent even in the face of rejection.
He also issued a caution against falling prey to scammers who may claim to be able to sell spots on the show, urging intending participants to be vigilant and avoid parting with money for any such promises.
Renowned Nigerian music executive Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has expressed the view that Afrobeats artists and producers created their best work during the era when they lived together in record label houses equipped with studios and shared facilities.
Speaking on a recent episode of the Crea8torium podcast, Don Jazzy shared a behind-the-scenes account of how a spontaneous moment at the Mo’Hits mansion gave birth to D’Banj’s hit song “Olorun Maje.”
He recalled that the song’s idea originated from D’Prince and their manager at the time, Sunday Are, following a minor disagreement over D’Prince’s reluctance to attend radio interviews.
According to Don Jazzy, Sunday Are came to report the issue to him, but he was too engrossed in studio work to pay attention and directed him to D’Banj instead.
After D’Banj confronted D’Prince over the matter, D’Prince returned to the studio and, in a seemingly casual moment, began humming a melody that perfectly matched the beat Don Jazzy was working on at the time.
Recognizing the magic in that moment, Don Jazzy urged him to hold on, and the song was born from there. He also recalled that another track, “You Bad, You Want It,” came about in a similarly spontaneous fashion when Dr. Sid walked into the studio and began freestyling over a beat he was creating.
Don Jazzy acknowledged that the music creation process today is quite different from what it was during his era.
He noted, however, that his own approach has remained unchanged, as he still enters the studio with a specific artist in mind when crafting a beat.
He concluded by encouraging the new generation of creatives to spend more time in each other’s company, as doing so helps build greater synergy and cohesion in their work.
The father of former Big Brother Naija winner Ilebaye, Mr. Odinia Emmanuel Godson, has publicly addressed the circumstances that reportedly led to his physical assault of his daughter.
In a confession video that has since gone viral, shared by a journalist on Facebook, Mr. Godson offered his account of events. He acknowledged the widespread public reaction to the incident, both supportive and critical, and expressed gratitude to Nigerians at home and abroad for their responses.
He insisted that his actions were not born out of a lack of love for his daughter, pointing to the quality of education he provided her as evidence of his devotion. He described her as one of his best children.
Mr. Godson recalled that when Ilebaye expressed interest in participating in the Big Brother Naija show, he supported her and even mobilized his network of contacts within and outside Nigeria to vote for her during her second appearance on the show in 2023.
He claimed that his personal efforts accounted for over 75 percent of her support, which he credited as instrumental to her eventual victory.
However, he expressed disappointment that after her win, his expectations of her were not met. He explained that in his culture, a parent is expected to correct a child before the situation deteriorates, but lamented that Ilebaye had become increasingly unwilling to heed his guidance.
This comes after DAILY POST had earlier reported that Ilebaye took to Instagram Live in the early hours of Friday to appeal to the public for help, alleging domestic violence and physical assault.
She appeared on the livestream with a visibly swollen face, crying and screaming for help, while a man believed to be her father was allegedly seen assaulting her in the background.
Dele Odule, a seasoned Nigerian actor, has disclosed that he was so frustrated by his personal and professional difficulties that he once went so far as to price his own coffin.
In an interview with Feelright TV, the actor revealed this; a video of the interview appeared online on Wednesday. Odule described the visit with fellow actress Olaiya Igwe, who became emotional.
“I had priced my own casket before, when I was in a state of hopelessness and complete loss of hope,” he stated in Yoruba. I went there with Olaiya Igwe. Olaiya began to cry uncontrollably.
The actor clarified that although he was not suffering from any ailment at the time, he had been extremely disappointed by what he perceived to be a lack of advancement in his career in comparison to his contemporaries.
“I wasn’t ill; I simply thought I couldn’t make any more advancements in the field. I was tired. since my life was nothing to write home about and all of my classmates were doing far better than me,” he remarked.
Odule started his acting career in the 1970s and rose to fame as the lead in the iconic Yoruba movie Ti Oluwa Nile.
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We are pleased to commemorate Davido’s 15 significant years in the music business today. His career has been characterized by skill, resiliency, tenacity, cultural influence, and an unrelenting dedication to greatness.
From the release of his breakthrough albums to his rise to prominence as one of Africa’s most well-known international music heroes, Davido continuously transformed the sound and appeal of Afrobeats on a global scale. Over time, his music broke down barriers, brought disparate audiences together, and inspired a new generation of artists worldwide.
As we commemorate this 15-year milestone, we sincerely recognize the unwavering support from fans, partners, industry stakeholders, media outlets, and the entire global community that has shared in this amazing journey.
Your constant support, loyalty, and faith have greatly contributed to the legacy being celebrated today.
Davido’s biggest strength is still his genuineness, hard ethic, and strong interpersonal connections, even in the face of numerous accolades, chart success, sold-out arenas, and other accomplishments. Beyond just music, he has an impact on entertainment, culture, youth empowerment, and how the world views African artists.
The goal is still the same fifteen years later: to produce timeless music, inspire millions of people, and proudly export African music to every country in the globe.
LONG LIVE DAVIDO.
David Adeleke, better known by his stage name Davido, is a Nigerian singer who has declared an indefinite hiatus from music.
The OBO crooner stressed that he is on sabbatical and warned his fans not to expect new songs from him anytime soon during a recent livestream with Davrel.
Davido claimed that since his songs are now ruling club playlists, he doesn’t need to make new music to stay relevant in the music industry.
“Stop asking me when I’ll be releasing new music. I’m taking a musical hiatus. Ten of the twenty songs in the club right now are mine, as I mentioned. “I’m taking a musical break,” he declared.
Davido also made a statement about the emerging celebrity boxing competition in Nigeria, calling it a positive development.
The celebrity boxing contest has truly impressed me. It’s a positive development,” he said.
According to the DAILY POST, controversial artist Portable was just overthrown as the current champion of a Nigerian celebrity boxing event by well-known streamer Cater Efe.
Following his loss, Portable said that many people in the music business didn’t like him and accused them of being unsupportive.
Grammy-nominated singer Ayra Starr has clarified that she purposefully chose to stay single while attending school in order to preserve her reputation.
The 23-year-old Mavin Records musician claimed that she stayed away from dating because she didn’t want anyone to call her an ex-girlfriend after she became well-known.
Because I didn’t want to be someone’s ex, I didn’t date in high school. She remarked, “I knew a lot of guys were trying, and I was like, why are you trying? That means you must have an ulterior motive.”
The singer also discussed her current ideals for a mate, stressing that knowledge is more important to her than physical attractiveness.
Actress Lizzy Gold has expressed her views on marriage, relationships, and maintaining a healthy financial balance between couples.
Speaking during a recent movie set conversation, she said that a man’s level of respect in a relationship might be influenced by his financial situation. As said by her:
“Marry someone who is wealthier than you if you want a woman to respect you as a man.” You are on your own if you marry someone who is wealthier than you. You will never be respected by her.
Additionally, she stated what she personally preferred when selecting a partner:
“As a man, if you want to earn your respect from a woman, marry a woman you’re richer than. If you marry someone richer than you, you’re on your own. As for me, I must marry a man who is far richer than me.”- Actress Lizzy Gold pic.twitter.com/DdL7Qn3Log
— Instablog9ja (@instablog9ja) May 5, 2026
For my part, I’ll wed a man who is far wealthier than me. Even if you marry a lady who respects you and is wealthier than you, eventually she will stop respecting you, and you won’t be able to control her.
Lizzy Gold continued by advising people to be practical when selecting relationships based on their financial situation:
“A spec should be owned by every man. Your specifications should fit your budget. You cannot be making $300,000 and pursuing a woman who makes $500,000.
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