Nollywood actress and politician Tonto Dikeh has unveiled a new spiritual movement, the New Wine Prophetic Tabernacle (NWPT), describing it as an interdenominational platform dedicated to prayer, revival and spiritual transformation.Dikeh announced the initiative on Sunday, August 09, 2026, through her Instagram page, where she presented NWPT as a “global movement of consecrated believers” seeking
FIFA Threatens NFF Suspension Over Alleged Government Interference FIFA has demanded clarification from Nigerian football authorities over reports alleging government interference in the affairs of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), warning that the development could attract sanctions if confirmed. In a letter dated September 1, 2026, and signed by FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström on
DSS Probes NFF Over N17bn Players’ Wages, Bonuses The Department of State Services (DSS) has commenced an investigation into the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) over the utilisation of a N17 billion intervention fund released by the Federal Government to settle outstanding wages and bonuses owed to players of Nigeria’s national teams. The fund was approved
‘Don’t Disrespect My Staff’: Davido Warns Fan During London Concert Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, briefly halted his concert in London after allegedly spotting a fan disrespecting a member of his team. The incident occurred on August 11, 2026, at the O2 Forum Kentish Town, where the singer was performing at
30 Years After His Death, Tupac Shakur Murder Trial Finally Begins The long-awaited trial of former gang leader Duane “Keffe D” Davis, who is accused of orchestrating the 1996 murder of American rapper Tupac Shakur, began Monday, three decades after the hip-hop star was fatally shot in Las Vegas. The trial, which is expected to
BBNaija Season 11: Martins Iyeh Becomes First Housemate Evicted Martins Iyeh has become the first housemate to be evicted from the Big Brother Naija Season 11 reality show, leaving the competition after two weeks. The 30-year-old visual storyteller and model from Kogi State was evicted during Sunday night’s live show following viewers’ votes. Martins was
I’ll Comeback Stronger, Broda Shaggi Breaks Silence Popular Nigerian skit maker and actor, Samuel Perry, better known as Broda Shaggi, has broken his months-long silence, thanking fans for their continued support during his prolonged absence from the public space. Shaggi, who has largely stayed away from public appearances, social engagements and comedy shows in recent
Lagos State lawmaker and Nollywood actor, Desmond Elliot, has been spotted on a movie set days after losing the All Progressives Congress primary election for Surulere Constituency I ahead of the 2027 general elections. Photographs circulating on social media showed Elliot alongside fellow Nollywood actor, Ibrahim Chatta, at what appeared to be a film production
Nigerian skit maker and actress, Maryam Apaokagi, popularly known as Taooma, has revealed that her mother and the everyday habits of African parents are the biggest inspiration behind her comedy skits.Speaking in an interview with TheCable, shared on X, Taooma said she sometimes experiences creative blocks but often finds new ideas by observing life in
Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed that he spends between $200,000 and $300,000 (about N300 million to N400 million) every month to maintain his lifestyle.The award-winning singer disclosed this during a recent livestream with popular streamer Davrel, in which he discussed the financial demands of being a global music star.According