In what appears to be a defamation suit, Nollywood actor Frederick Leonard has taken legal action against Stanley Ontop, a director and media figure. Frederick, represented by Uche Okoro & Co., petitioned the Delta State Police Command, alleging that Stanley Ontop had been “reputation unprovoked” for more than two years in a string of defamatory … Read more
Reality star Tope Adenibuyan, better known by his stage as Teddy A, has addressed the public fallout from false accusations of physical abuse levelled against him by his ex-wife, actress and media mogul Bamike “Bambam” Olawunmi-Adenibuyan. During a recent interview on the WithChude podcast, Teddy A made the announcement. He characterised the accusations as baseless, … Read more
Stanley Ontop, a media personality and filmmaker in Nollywood, has addressed actor Frederick Leonard’s allegation against him. In a plea filed with the Delta State Police Command, Frederick had accused Stanley Ontop of repeated slander, according to the Gistcon. Stanley Ontop responded to the news by saying the police have not invited him yet. Stanley … Read more
The allegation that artists were told not to have concerts in Nigeria during the Islamic month of Ramadan has concerned Nigerian singer Chidozie Godsfavour Ugochinyere, also known as Fave. The Baby Riddim singer expressed disappointment that her plans to host a concert in Nigeria on March 13, which is her birthday, were falling through since … Read more
Okunnu, a seasoned comic actor from Nigeria named Wale Akorede, has spoken out against Olasco Films, a well-known marketing company, for an unpaid assignment. During an interview that has gone viral on SAWORO, the actor revealed that he still hasn’t forgiven Olasco for not paying for a film he produced for him a few years … Read more
The rumoured conflict between Omotola Jalade and Genevieve Nnaji, two of her colleagues, has been addressed by the famous Nigerian actress. According to Gistcon, the general public views the actors as being on bad terms with one another. In response to the widespread belief, Omotola stated in an interview with Yanga FM that “people don’t … Read more
A support group for President Bola Tinubu called Relax Tinubu Is Fixing Nigeria (RTIFN) has hired Bolanle Ninalowo, a Nollywood actor, to the position of coordinator in Atlanta, United States. The news broke when Ninalowo posted about it on Instagram. The actor shared an RTIFN banner featuring himself and the emblem of the All Progressives … Read more
Producer and actress Funke Akindele and award-winning filmmaker Kunle Afolayan recently had an uncomfortable phone conversation, according to Afolayan. Following backlash over Afolayan’s comments about Nollywood marketing tactics, the two began talking. Afolayan claimed in a Sunday interview with Arise News that Akindele personally contacted him following remarks he made that appeared to imply he … Read more
Bimbo Akintola, a seasoned actress in Nigeria’s film business, has spoken out about the financial struggles she faces, explaining that she cannot afford to live the opulent lifestyle of her colleagues. In a recent interview, Akintola argued that women can’t get rich from performing alone, pointing out that money from shows like Africa Magic isn’t … Read more
The highly anticipated Afro Nation 2026 festival in Portugal will be headlined by Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Asake, three afrobeats superstars. Officials from the event took to X (@AfroNation) to announce the lineup, teasing a celebration that will feature both long-running legends and up-and-coming stars from throughout the world. The beautiful Praia da Rocha Beach … Read more