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A well-known Nollywood actor, Stanley Ontop, has expressed concern about a purported plot to re-arrest actress Angela Okorie following her release from prison.

According to the DAILY POST, Angela was detained and placed under detention at Suleja Prison one week ago on suspicion of disparaging actress Mercy Johnson.

Despite being granted bail by the Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday, Angela is still incarcerated due to a delayed processing of her bail condition.

Stanley Ontop warned of plans to re-arrest Angela as soon as she is released, while also providing the public with an update on why the actress is still behind bars despite having complied with her bail requirements.

Stanley said in an Instagram post that a new petition against the actress has led to the placement of some police officers at the front of the prison.

While calling out the Nigeria Police for alleged lack of professionalism, he wrote; “Angela Okorie will be out in few minutes, there was a delay in the verification of her surety’s residential address yesterday. But the court has signed for her release now!

“We got an info that there’s a fresh petition against Angela Okorie and that some police men are stationed in front of Suleja Prison to apprehend her again immediately she’s released from the prison. May Nigeria never happen to you.

“@nigeriapoliceforce na like this una take dey work? What happened to invitation? Why are you people arresting citizens you are meant to protect? Make nothing shaa happen to Angela Okorie on her release day.”

According to reports, Nigerian actress Angela Okorie was detained again for allegedly refusing to pay the attorney who obtained her bail from Suleja prison.

On Tuesday, Angela was arrested again at the Suleja prison and freed on bond right away.

According to Gist 9ja, this occurred less than an hour after actor Stanley Ontop expressed concern about a purported plot to re-arrest the actress on Tuesday after her release.

Actress Doris Ogala said in an Instagram video that she is already en route to the police station that she was re-arrested by an unidentified Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) for not paying the N5 million agreed upon fee to get her release.

Doris said; “You see, one thing is for someone to cut their clothes according to their size. Angela has been arrested again. As a matter of fact, I’m going to the police station now. You see, when Angela was arrested by Mercy, she called a friend of her or village person. I don’t know how they relate. To help her get a SAN.

“And the SAN charged them N5 million. I think the SAN was the one who even facilitated the bail and all that. Now when Angela knew that they have granted her bail according to the lady, Angela started saying that she didn’t ask her to get a SAN and she wasn’t going to pay the money, and meanwhile this lady has deposited.”

According to Gist 9ja, Angela was freed a short while ago after meeting the requirements of her bail, which was granted on Friday following her detention by Mercy Johnson for alleged slander.

Following Peller’s vehicle accident in December 2025, Nigerian TikTok stars Peller and Jarvis parted ways in early January 2026 as a result of viral dances and romance videos.

In recent videos, Peller asks if she will visit his new home as Jarvis gushes about how lovely he looks and jokes about cooking or Valentine’s Day picture shoots.

Others claim it’s a ratings gimmick connected to her unknown man flaunting, with Valentine’s Day adding suspense, while fans see signs of reconciliation.

Here are some reactions from netizens.

@ThompsonDuru: this ones never ready to break up.

@whatadultslike_: Peller better come get this book

@Sirken5: If ‘Tired’ was a person, it would be all of us watching this script. One day it’s ‘I’m focusing on my health,’ the next day it’s ‘Peller, are you there?’ Jarvis please, pick a struggle and stick to it! We are not doing Peller-Jarvis Season 4!

@ademoye_mercy: don’t understand how most of you can’t seem to see that this thing is just a stunt, they didn’t break up, they were just toying with you guys just so they could trend and have you guys talk about them…… All this thing na stunt

@freeboy042: Omo this people content, relationship, every single thing don tire me. worst content creators

@zoeymetax: Relationship breakups on social media are always dramatic. Maybe she realized what she had or maybe it’s content, either way, the back and forth is tiring

The Grammy Awards have been under fire from U.S. President Donald Trump, who has called the show “virtually unwatchable” and accused host Trevor Noah of making a false and disparaging statement about him.

Trump stated that the Grammys were one of the “worst” award programs and that CBS was “lucky” to no longer broadcast what he referred to as “garbage” in a post on his Truth Social account.

Additionally, he criticized Noah’s hosting style, drawing negative comparisons to late-night talk show star Jimmy Kimmel.

Trump’s remarks came after Noah mentioned Trump and former President Bill Clinton in connection with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein at the awards event.

Trump vehemently denied ever going to Epstein’s private island or having any connection to it.

“I have never been to Epstein Island, nor anywhere close,” Trump wrote, insisting that he had never previously been accused of such by the media.

He claimed that Noah’s remark was untrue and slanderous.

Calling Noah a “pathetic” and “talentless” master of ceremonies, the president threatened to take legal action against him and advised that his attorneys file a claim for damages.

Additionally, Trump cited earlier court cases involving media personalities, claiming they had “worked out well” for him.

The Delta State Governor’s Senior Special Assistant on Media, Ossai Ovie, has voiced displeasure with the attire of Nigerian attendees at the 68th Grammy Awards.

Ovie bemoaned Nigerian musicians’ failure to reflect their cultural identity through their wardrobe choices in a post on his social media page, criticizing what he called the inadequate representation of Nigerian culture at the international event.

In particular, he criticized Chioma Adeleke’s attire, calling it unsuitable and at odds with Nigerian cultural norms.

Ovie also criticized her husband, musician Davido, for not criticizing the choice of clothing.

“I am disappointed in Chioma Davido’s dressing. She shouldn’t have been half-naked to Grammy.

“She didn’t represent Nigerian culture well, embracing a half-naked revealing Western style instead. Cultural representation matters, and it’s crucial.”

“I am disappointed in Davido for allowing her to dress this way. I am really disappointed,” he stated.

Toyin Alausa, a Nollywood actress, has criticized the increasing practice of posting images and videos of deceased people on social media, calling it needless, disrespectful, and unsettling.

Alausa questioned the purpose of publicly exposing the deceased in a post on her Instagram page on Monday, cautioning that such acts deprive people of their dignity and exacerbate the suffering of bereaved families.

She emphasized that it is now frighteningly common to post graphic content to increase online engagement.

“The way people just expose the dead on social media these days is so annoying and mind-boggling. What’s the point, actually?” she wrote.

The actress asked people on social media to be compassionate by at least hiding the faces of those who have passed away, especially in situations involving accidents or unexpected deaths. She claims that doing so protects family members’ emotional health and is a fundamental act of respect.

“Immediately it’s confirmed that someone has passed, the right thing to do is to cover them, at least the face. It’s about showing respect, offering dignity, and, in a way, providing emotional closure for their relatives,” she said.

Alausa emphasized that such stuff shouldn’t be made viral, even though he acknowledged that documentation can occasionally be required for clarification or public interest.

“This inhumane attitude has sadly become the norm. It may be important to get footage for clarification or when immediate relatives aren’t nearby, but not to be splashed as content on social media. It’s so disrespectful,” she added.

Additionally, Alausa called for more caution and compassion on the internet, cautioning that frequent exposure to pictures of the deceased can be distressing for both families and the general public.

“Seeing a blank face devoid of life and emotions can be extremely traumatic. We can do better and be more empathic,” she said.

Pere Egbi, a former housemate on Big Brother Naija, has stated that living alone is unacceptable for young unmarried ladies.

He advocated for young, unmarried ladies to host friends or relatives in order to keep them company.

He wrote on his X handle.’“Personal advice to young women living in Nigeria who are single, don’t live alone by yourself. Have someone stay with you always. A friend, family member/s. It’s never a cool thing to live alone as a woman.”

The reality star answered, “everything,” in response to a fan who inquired as to if his advice was related to the tragic death of female artist Ifunanya Nwangene, who was bitten by a snake at her Abuja home.

Regardless of gender, he continued, it is generally “not good to live alone.”

Veekee James, a famous fashion designer, has announced that she and her husband, Femi Atere, are expecting their first child.

The fashion entrepreneur announced the news on Wednesday via her Instagram page, where she proudly displayed her growing baby bulge and included a touching video of herself and her spouse.

“And two shall become three… Indeed, this is what only God can do,” she wrote when sharing the news.

Social media users were immediately drawn to the quiet and private video, which was the first official confirmation of the pregnancy.

Fans, celebrities, and coworkers showered the comment area with well wishes, prayers, and congratulations shortly after the post went public.

Though rumors had been circulating online for weeks, Veekee James had not publicly addressed the mounting rumors around her pregnancy prior to the announcement.

Reports from a well-known gossip blog and subtle hints seen by watchful followers served as fuel for the rumors.

All questions have now been answered by her most recent post.

In October 2023, Veekee James declared her engagement to Femi Atere.

In February 2024, the pair got married in a traditional ceremony in Akwa Ibom State, and then they had a white wedding ceremony in Lagos with a vintage theme.

Now that the pregnancy has been verified, fans are thrilled as the designer gets ready to become a mother while still achieving success in her creative business.

The hard financial realities of Nigeria’s film industry are the reason why veteran Nollywood actress Bimbo Akintola does not live as opulently as some of her peers.

In a recent interview, Akintola rejected the idea that many women can become wealthy by performing alone, emphasizing that money from film platforms like Africa Magic is sometimes insufficient to support opulent lifestyles.

“We hear stories of some actresses who do things with politicians for money. So when people ask me why I am not rich like the others, I tell them to go ask them what other jobs they do.”

“Cus we know how much Africa Magic & other platforms pay for a movie,” she said.

The seasoned actress, who has worked in Nollywood for decades, pointed out that many of the ostentatious lives seen online cannot be supported by acting earnings alone and that the public frequently misinterprets the genuine sources of riches in the entertainment industry.

Arrested Nollywood actress and singer, Angela Okorie, has remained in Suleja prison custody despite meeting her bail condition.

DAILY POST reports that the Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday, granted Angela bail of N5 million, with one surety in like sum, and must be a level 13 civil servant.

Her bail was reportedly secured after the intervention of some activists, including Omoyele Sowore, Mama Pee, actor Stanley Ontop, and Randy Peter.

Despite meeting her bail condition, the actress remains in prison.

The development aroused debate on social media.

However, clarifying why the actress still remains in detention, actor Stanley Ontop in a post on his Instagram account, said that her bail condition was processed late on Friday.

While assuring the public that Angela will be released on Monday, Stanley wrote, “Angela Okorie Bail application has been processed, but after we had finished the processing, time has gone.

“So she will be out from Suleja prison by Monday. We have met all her bail conditions, we await Monday for her release.”

After South African artist Tyla won the Best African Music Performance category at the 2026 Grammy Awards ahead of Nigerian celebrities Ayra Starr, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Omah Lay, and Davido, Nigerian social media personality Vincent Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, or VDM, responded.

According to Gist 9ja, Tyla won the Best African Music Performance category on Sunday night with her hit song “Push 2 Start.” This is her second victory in the category, having won the first one with “Water” in 2024.

But shortly after Tyla’s announcement, VDM posted a video casting doubt on her victory.

The self-described critic claimed that since his colleagues Burna Boy and Wizkid had previously won Grammy Awards, he would have liked Davido to win the prize in order to establish “a balance” between the “Afrobeats Big 3.”

“Tyla again? Anyways, shoutout to Davido, Burna Boy, Ayra starr and Wizkid. You guys put in the efforts.

“However, I will be very honest, I really wanted Davido to win so as to create balance. I like the cruise between the fans of the Afrobeats Big 3 on social media.

“The entries from Nigeria were very good songs but it is what it is,” he said.

The Grammy Awards for Best African Music Performance have only been won by women.

Actress and producer Funke Akindele and award-winning director Kunle Afolayan reportedly had a heated phone conversation.

The discussion followed uproar surrounding Afolayan’s comments regarding Nollywood film advertising tactics.

Afolayan claimed in an interview with Arise News on Sunday that Akindele personally contacted him following his remarks, which appeared to imply that he had fired colleagues who use dance-driven marketing to promote their films.

“She called, and she said, ‘I know you don’t like me, but don’t mention my name in your interviews,’ she was yelling, and she dropped the phone after that,” Afolayan said.

He insisted that there was no bad blood between them and claimed their relationship is long-standing and professionl.

“It was weird, and I’m like, where is this coming from. She’s like a sister to me. In Unilag, I would go to her hostel, her sister is also my friend, so I am not sure where this is coming from,” Afolayan added.

Nigerian socialite Pascal Okechukwu, commonly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has said that musician Davido’s losing streak at the Grammys was a premeditated ploy to frustrate and make him bend to the will of some white music professionals, who want him to partake in “demonic” activities.

Davido was defeated by South African celebrity Tyla in the Best African Music Performance category at the 2026 Grammy Awards Ceremony on Sunday, according to Gist 9ja.

Cubana Chiefpriest responded by urging Davido to maintain his moral principles and never make concessions to supposedly “demonic” Western music business leaders in an Instagram post.
He encouraged the performer to rapidly move past the setback and keep releasing music and pleasing his fans.

He wrote, “Oyibo dey do everything possible to break a strong man so he can do their demonic sh*t with them but he will never do ot. Heads up, brother, open the bag and drop another hot one for us. E no dey finish, gbedu na water.”

Abubakar Yakubu, the new president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), has appointed actress and Big Brother Naija reality show star Tega Dominic as a special adviser on sexual harassment.

On Thursday, January 29, 2026, a post on AGN’s Instagram feed revealed Tega’s appointment.

Tega responded to the news by outlining her commitment and posting her appointment letter on Instagram.

She wrote, “My commitment is clear: Education, awareness, and accountability, zero tolerance for sexual harassment, protection and support for survivors, safe, and confidential reporting systems, and
a culture where respect is non-negotiable.”

According to sources, Tega became well-known in 2021 following her participation in the BBNaija reality show’s “Shine Ya Eye” segment.

Dr. Chris Okafor, an elevangelist and founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry, has urged for stricter control of Nigeria’s digital domain and expressed worries over what he called “cyberbullying.”

Okafor voiced his displeasure with the actions of bloggers and social media influencers during a news conference in Lagos on Thursday. He accused many of disseminating false information and harming people’s reputations.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Nollywood actress Doris Ogala claimed in November 2025 that Okafor had a long-term relationship with her and had broken a vow to wed her.

Ogala further accused the preacher of killing her brother and burying the head of an unidentified slain person at the altar of his church in the Ojodu region of Lagos State.

In response to the incident, Okafor stated that the most agonizing aspect of the matter was how bloggers and influencers purportedly attacked him on the basis of accusations without providing him with evidence or an opportunity to reply.

“It is so sad that most of the so-called influencers we have often connived with people to come up with fabulous lies to attract traffic to their blogs.

“Many Nigerians have suffered and are still suffering from the lies of bloggers and most often, they get away with it after destroying the image of their targets.

“Very few times, some of the influencers were arrested and dragged to court but 90 per cent of them often go free for far-fetched lies against people.

“Nigeria must find a way to safeguard its internet space, especially to ensure that innocent citizens do not get shattered over lies, demeaning their image,” he said.

In order to serve as a warning to others, the pastor emphasized the necessity for the National Assembly to propose legislation that would control online behavior and guarantee that offenders face consequences.

Additionally, he urged cybercrime authorities to step up their efforts to seek down digital offenders and prosecute them.

Reflecting on his experience, Okafor observed that many bloggers and members of the public failed to seek facts or ask critical questions before accepting the claims against him.

Nigerian singer, Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk, simply known as Iyanya, has spoken candidly about the effects of his profession on his love life.

The 39-year-old Kukere hitmaker clarified that he is still unmarried because the women he previously dated deceived him and frequently threatened to damage his reputation if there was a miscommunication.

Iyanya stated that those experiences traumatized him and caused him to struggle with commitment in a recent Afropolitan podcast episode.

“I’m not thinking of a serious relationship or marriage because I’m not mentally ready yet. If you are patient and stick around until I get to a convenient space, then we can do it.

“But for now, to be committed is one of the hardest things for me to do. Because I have been committed several times as a celebrity and each time, I got hurt.

“You know, when you are famous, you always have girlfriends who can’t wait to go to the blogs when you have misunderstandings.

“I’m human, too. It’s not possible for me to be in the music industry for 17 years and all I have been doing is playing games with women.

“Of course, I have emotions, so I’ve met people and fell in love them genuinely. But they always threatened me with going to the blogs whenever we have issues. That kind of made me develop commitment issues because it has happened several times,” he explained.

The single said he has now embraced celibacy due to his troubles with committing to a relationship.

But he acknowledged that he still finds it difficult to maintain his celibacy on a regular basis.

Sexually transmitted infections, or STIs, have been linked to mental illness, according to medical professional and former reality star Faith Adewale.

He clarified that mental health issues are linked to neurosyphilis, the third stage of syphilis.

He asserted that many mental health patients have conditions brought on by long-term sexually transmitted infections.

Adewale was mentioned on a recent episode of The Clarity Zone podcast, which is co-hosted by Nedu Wazobia, also known as Chinedu Ani Emmanuel.

“Do you know STIs can cause mental problems? There is something called neurosyphilis, the third stage of syphilis… There are many things that can lead to mental issues.

“A lot of the people having mental health problems, some of them have STIs. Neurosyphilis affects your brain. It affects the way you process things,” he said.

Halima Abubakar, a Nigerian actress, has once again requested financial support to pay for brain tumor surgery.

Halima talked candidly about her brain tumor diagnosis and subsequent eviction, which left her “homeless and desperate,” during a recent live session.

The movie diva disclosed that in October of last year, she spent all of her money to pay for her mother’s N9 million hernia surgery.

She said that she is currently having trouble finding housing and that she tried to pay her rent with money raised for her medical care, but her landlady allegedly refused to take the money, leaving her without a place to stay.

Halima also directly appealed to powerful people. She called on Yahaya Bello, former Kogi governor; activist VeryDarkMan; and Seyi Tinubu, the president’s son, stating, “I need your help.” ”.

The musician Harrysong’s ex-wife, Alexer Peres, has declared that she would temporarily relinquish custody of their two young children, ages three and four.

Alexer revealed in a heartfelt video posted on her Instagram Story on Thursday that she has been raising the kids by herself since their split, with the kids occasionally seeing their father.

“I didn’t plan to come on here, but I want this to serve as evidence that I’m making the hardest decision of my life. At this point, I have no option,” she said.

Alexer accused Harrysong of persistent intervention and harassment, alleging he arrives up unannounced, making it difficult for her to care for the children.

“This man has not let me rest. He frustrates my efforts and harasses me everywhere,” she added.

Alexer added that although she will address accusations in court, the emotional strain is currently unbearable.

“I’m giving him custody for now. That doesn’t mean I won’t come back for my children,” Alexer said, expressing concern over the children living with domestic staff in their father’s absence.

“No mother wants to live without her children, but I don’t know what else to do. I’ll always come back. I want you in my life,” she said.

The couple, who tied the knot in 2021, have been candid about their marital problems.

While Alexer said in January 2024 that she was “officially done” with the marriage, Harrysong had asked for quiet amid their difficulties.

Peller, a well-known Nigerian TikTok celebrity, has stated that he is not currently thinking about continuing his schooling.

The 20-year-old content creator clarified that he cannot afford to spend hours in class and stop streaming.

He maintained that he would always have access to schooling when he was ready.

Peller went on to say that he would not go back to school until he was forty.

“I am not going back to school. I can’t sit in a classroom for seven hours without making any money. School would always be there. I will go back when I clock 40,” he stated during a recent livestream.

According to reports, Peller finished his secondary schooling years ago.

During their time together, Jarvis, his former lover, repeatedly encouraged him to continue his study.

Following her alleged defamation of Mercy Johnson, well-known Nigerian actress Angela Okorie has been detained at Suleja prison.

Following her detention, an Abuja court placed Angela under remand on Wednesday.

Stanley Ontop, a Nollywood filmmaker, revealed this while bemoaning the Nigerian legal system.

Stanley encouraged Mercy Johnson to adhere to due process while accusing her of intimidation, pointing him that defamation is a civil case.

He wrote on Instagram “Free @realangelaokorie now Irrespective of who is involved. If you feel they defamed your person, kindly approach a competent court and sue the person involved. Omo when Nigeria police will even learn to do their work well?”

“So the judicial can work this fast? Tell me how you will sleep this night knowing fully well that ur colleague is in prison!!! Angela I will never forsake you”, he assured.

There are reports that the actress was flown to Abuja on Wednesday morning after being detained in Lagos late on Tuesday.

Following her alleged defamation of Mercy Johnson, well-known Nigerian actress Angela Okorie has been detained at Suleja prison.

Following her detention, an Abuja court remanded Angela on Wednesday.

Stanley Ontop, a Nollywood filmmaker, revealed this while bemoaning the Nigerian legal system.

Stanley encouraged Mercy Johnson to adhere to due process while accusing her of intimidation, pointing him that defamation is a civil case.

He wrote on Instagram “Free @realangelaokorie now Irrespective of who is involved. If you feel they defamed your person, kindly approach a competent court and sue the person involved. Omo when Nigeria police will even learn to do their work well?”

“So the judicial can work this fast? Tell me how you will sleep this night knowing fully well that ur colleague is in prison!!! Angela I will never forsake you”, he assured.

The actress reportedly flew to Abuja on Wednesday morning after being detained in Lagos late on Tuesday.

In a moving homage to her mother, the eldest daughter of the late gospel singer Omije Ojumi portrayed her as a strong, moral lady who stayed devoted to her family in spite of the challenges she encountered in her marriage.

Jomiloju, the singer’s daughter, spoke at the ceremony of songs conducted in her honor on Wednesday. She talked about her mother’s constant presence throughout their lives, pointing out that she always supported her kids even when their father wasn’t there.

She clarified that Ojumi was motivated by a strong desire to raise responsible, well-behaved children who would not make the same mistakes in marriage that she felt she had made.

“She was always there for us, even when our father wasn’t,” she said during her tribute.

“Her focus was to make sure we turned out responsible and did better than she did in her marital journey.”

Jomiloju went on to say that her mother valued education highly and made sacrifices to get her kids into the best schools she could afford to secure their future.

She also publicly vowed at an emotional moment to uphold her mother’s wishes by taking care of her younger brother and directing him in the proper direction.

She added, “I promised my mother that I would look after my younger brother.” “He will be the responsible son and prayer warrior she wanted him to be, not like…”

Zlatan Ibile, a Nigerian hip-hop singer, has refuted a rumor that he promised never to wed Davita Lamai, his longterm companion and baby mama.

Despite having two children with Lamai, the rapper allegedly promised never to marry her, according to an X user going by the handle @BoutMoney.

The user commented, “Davita Lamai, Zlatan’s wife, is crying after Zlatan Ibile declared he would never wed her despite having two children for him.”

Zlatan Ibile called the post “fake” in response to it. He went on to say that no one in this day and age should have access to the internet if they are still susceptible to being duped by false information.

He promised to make sure the fake news influencer was held accountable for their offense as quickly as possible.

He wrote, “Y’all  know I hate to shalaye. But if you’re still one of those who can’t differentiate or confirm before you engage an agenda post in 2026, you don’t deserve to have internet on your phone.

“This is fake! Banger boy, your time is coming soon.”

This follows Zlatan Ibile’s recent clarification that Lamai “is the mother of my kids, but she’s not my wife yet.”

In answer to a fan on Snapchat who inquired about Lamai and referred to her as his “wife,” the rapper clarified.

The family of the late gospel singer Omije Ojumi has refuted rumors circulating on social media and explained the facts underlying the cancellation of burial rites previously suggested by some of her colleagues.

In order to allow the late musician to be buried with respect and peace, the family has now urged the public to disregard false web narratives.

Speaking to attendees at Wednesday’s ceremony of songs and artists’ night, the singer’s brother-in-law, Mr. Femi Eretan, stated that the family decided to handle the burial on their own following conflicts with gospel music community members.

Eretan denied rumors that the family was experiencing internal strife, stating that they are still cohesive and composed and that “many people are crying more than the bereaved.”

He clarified that as soon as the singer passed away, the family got in touch with elders in the neighborhood and relatives from both her maternal and paternal lineages.

He claims that Mr. Wale Akinaanu, the leader of the family, first agreed with some artists’ suggestion to hold the funeral in less than a week.

He said that this was because of Akinaanu’s precarious health, the emotional strain of the situation, and the wish to avoid keeping the deceased’s remains in the mortuary for a long time given the traumatic circumstances of her passing.

But further family conversations, according to Eretan, resulted in a different choice.

The family decided that Omije Ojumi should have a more respectable funeral that would be carefully organized by her family because she was survived by a husband and children and both of her parents had passed away.

He revealed that he tried to get in touch with the representative for the artists who had offered to arrange the funeral, asking for a phone call to clarify the family’s position, but the request was turned down.

“If it is about Omije Ojumi, I am not interested,” an older group member reportedly informed Eretan when he contacted them.

He pointed out that after a communication breakdown, the family was forced to take full responsibility for the funeral plans.

Additionally, Eretan denounced a video released by a self-proclaimed prophet that purportedly stated that the family was openly requesting money and asking gospel musicians to help with the funeral.

He vehemently refuted the accusation and threatened legal action in the absence of supporting documentation.

“I am from Ondo State and I understand the rudiments of the law. Anyone who claims the family begged for burial funds must provide proof,” he said.

Despite the uproar, Eretan showed support by attending the song service and thanked the artists who honored Omije Ojumi in their own unique ways.

Only a few guest performers attended the Lagos service of songs for Omije Ojumi, according to Gist 9ja.

After a month-long tour of Africa, American YouTuber and worldwide livestream star Darren Jason Watkins Jr., better known by his stage name IShowSpeed, has formally obtained Ghanaian citizenship.

The 21-year-old influencer was granted a Ghanaian passport after formal confirmation of what he called IShowSpeed’s “irrefutable ties” to the nation, according to Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa.

The issuance of citizenship is allegedly in line with Ghana’s Beyond the Return policy, which aims to improve relations with the African diaspora and motivate individuals of African heritage to formally establish ties with the nation.

The minister claims that the decision was made following encounters that highlighted the streamer’s growing ties to Ghana and the African continent, mostly as a result of his public content and cultural exchanges.

“Following our discussions and subsequent confirmation of the irrefutable ties of IShowSpeed to Ghana, I am pleased to inform you and our compatriots that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has approved the issuance of a Ghanaian passport to IShowSpeed,” the statement read.

Additionally, Ablakwa praised the YouTuber for portraying Ghana and Africa in a favorable light to a worldwide audience, calling him an appropriate representative of the continent.

IShowSpeed just concluded his 20-country Africa Tour, which began on December 29, 2025.

He contributed to efforts to dispel prejudices and change how the world views Africa by using his livestreams to highlight the continent’s culture, tourism, technology, and everyday experiences to his more than 50 million YouTube subscribers during the tour.

Denrele Edun, a socialite and model from Nigeria, has been open about his romantic life and sexuality.

The socialite, who appeared on a recent episode of The Moraya Show, disclosed that he has had bad luck in love, emphasizing that his lovers often don’t reciprocate.

“I have not really been lucky with love. People like us who have so much love to give to the world, we don’t really get it back in return. So, I have found it in different people and places, and I have realised that let me just love myself at this point.

“All my special attachments did not come out the way I would have loved it to. I have just realised that it is better I love myself,” he said.

Edun maintained that his relationship problems are not his fault. “Loving me is the easiest thing to do.” He declared, “I have so much love to give.”

“Recently, I was in a relationship with someone and I realised that once I make effort, people give excuses. That is what is happening in my love life all the while. While I’m give clarity, they are giving me confusion. I will show commitment and they would

The actor confirmed his sexual orientation by stating that he had experienced “the best of both worlds.”

According to renowned Nigerian actor Kunle Remi, Nigeria is the worst African nation IShowSpeed has ever traveled to.

According to Gist 9ja, well-known American streamer IShowSpeed traveled to Nigeria last week as part of his ongoing tour of Africa.

But in response, the actor added, “Nigeria is the worst on my own list,” contrasting Ishowspeed’s experience in Lagos with other African nations.

He expressed anxiety that clubs, phony drinks, and begging have taken over the state and expressed concern about the value of Lagos’ cultural history.

“After watching IShowSpeed’s journey so far, Nigeria is the worst on my own list,” Kunle Remi stated on his Instagram story. Lagos was completely stripped bare by us. Before Sha, don’t mention anything under the garments.

“Seems like we’ve lost the essence of culture. Our truth! All we have is fake drinks, club & beggy beggy skills.”