Category: Entertainment

1,2,3,4,5 – 0: How Super Falcons Thrashed Zambia To Reach WAFCON Semi-Finals

Ganiyu Amodu

The Super Falcons of Nigeria stormed into the semi-finals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with a comprehensive 5–0 victory over the Copper Queens of Zambia. Nigeria made a perfect start to the game, with centre-back Osinachi Ohale heading home Esther Okoronkwo’s cross in the second minute. Both teams then battled for control of the match, with Zambia captain Barbara Banda giving the Super Falcons’ defence a stern test. Okoronkwo doubled Nigeria’s lead three minutes past the half-hour mark. The AFC Toronto striker expertly controlled Rasheedat Ajibade’s superb…

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How Purp Won Nigerian Idol Season 10

Ganiyu Amodu

After months of electrifying performances, emotional moments, and unforgettable vocal showdowns, the curtain has officially closed on Nigerian Idol Season 10 and Purp has emerged as the winner. The grand finale, which aired live on Sunday night, saw Purp go head-to-head with fellow finalist Raymu in a high-stakes musical battle that tested vocal prowess, stage charisma, and emotional connection with fans. In the end, it was Purp who won the hearts of Nigerians and secured the highest number of votes to clinch the prestigious title of Nigerian Idol 2025. Hosted…

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I Campaigned For Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu But Got Nothing – Veteran Actor Lalude

Ganiyu Amodu

Veteran Yoruba actor Fatai Adekunle Adetayo, popularly known as Lalude, has voiced frustration over what he describes as abandonment following his support for President Bola Tinubu and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu during the 2023 general elections. Speaking in a recent episode of the Behind the Fame podcast, the iconic actor, renowned for his roles as a ‘babalawo’ (herbalist) in Yoruba films, claimed that he and several colleagues who campaigned for the politicians received nothing in return. “After we campaigned for Tinubu and Sanwo-Olu, we were not given a dime,”…

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Popular Nollywood Actor Dies In Canada

ADEOLA YUSUF

Nollywood has been struck by tragedy with the sudden passing of renowned actor and producer, Kayode Peters. Peters colleague and comedian Steve Onu, popularly known as Yaw, who cobfirked the news, added that he was still trying to reach Mr Peters’ brother for further details. “Yes, he is,” Yaw told Peoples Gazette when asked if Mr Peters had died. “I am still trying to speak with his brother but he is not picking.” ’43 Days After 94th Birthday,’ Foremost Billionaire, Aminu Dantata, Is Dead Babcock Varsity Final-Year Student Commits Suicide…

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Don’t Kill Yourself Because He’s Cheating, By Funke Egbemode

ADEOLA YUSUF

Women, we do all kinds of things, for love, for men, lying sons of Adam. Some of those things are smart, many are stupid.   Women, we do all kinds of things, for love, for men. Some of those things are smart, many are stupid. One of the stupidest ones, or should I call it strangest, is women killing themselves because their men are mean, cheating, lying sons of Adam. Why should a woman die because she is in a bad relationship? Why will a woman commit suicide because her…

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BET Awards: Ayra Starr Wins Best International Act + FULL LIST

Ganiyu Amodu

Nigerian music sensation Ayra Starr secured a landmark victory at the 2025 BET Awards, clinching her first-ever award for Best International Act. The “Rush” hitmaker triumphed at the prestigious ceremony held Monday night at the Peacock Arena in Los Angeles, overcoming a strong field that included fellow Nigerian artist Rema and South Africa’s Tyla. This win marks a milestone for Starr, who had been nominated in previous editions of the awards but had yet to take home a trophy. This win marks a milestone for Starr, who had been nominated…

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‘First Time In Decades,’ 91 Year-Old Awujale Absent at 2025 Ojude Oba

ADEOLA YUSUF

    The Awujale and paramount ruler of Ijebu land, Oba Sikiru Adetona, was conspicuously absent at the Ojude Oba festival on Sunday in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State. Platforms Africa reports that this will be the first time in many decades that the 91 year-old influential paramount ruler is missing the festival where he played the lead role as the major host. He was installed as the king on 2 April 1960, which makes him one of the longest reigning monarchs in Nigeria. He is a member of the House…

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‘Pomp And Pageantry,’ Inside Ojude Oba, Prominent Yoruba Festival

Ganiyu Amodu

Parade of Pride: Platforms Africa digs out 7 facts about the colourful event   Celebrated with vibrant pageantry, Ojude Oba is a prominent Yoruba festival held in Ijebu Ode, a town in Ogun State, Southwestern Nigeria. It is held annually on the third day after Eid al-Kabir, popularly known as “Ileya” in the Yoruba language. During the festival, various cultural age groups, known as regberegbe, parade in front of the king’s palace in a colourful display of tradition and unity. No Fat, No Prize: Bodi Tribe Where Only Fattest Men…

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‘Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo,’ How Veteran Nigerian Singer, Mike Ejeagha, Died

Ganiyu Amodu

A popular Nigerian highlife musician, Mike Ejeagha, has died at the age of 95. Popularly known as “Gentleman Mike Ejeagha,” the music legend died on Friday night. The musician’s eldest son, Emma, who confirmed his passing on Saturday to journalists in Enugu said he died on Friday evening at approximately 8 p.m. at the 32 Garrison Hospital in Enugu after a prolonged illness. “My father passed away due to a long-standing ailment,” said Emma. Ejeagha’s legacy is marked by his distinctive style of Igbo folk music, which resonated across multiple…

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‘While Pursuing Davido Collaboration,’ Singer Nasboi Survives Ghastly Accident

Ganiyu Amodu

‘At this point, I think I need to give up,’ what the entertainer said in a live video on social media   Popular Nigerian skit maker and musician, Lawal Nasiru, widely known as Nasboi, has survived a serious car accident while attempting to secure a feature for his upcoming song with Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, aka Davido. Nasboi revealed on Tuesday that his vehicle collided with a parked trailer. The entertainer had embarked on an ambitious road trip about seven days ago, travelling across Nigeria’s 36 states in a bid…

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