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• Burna Boy Announces 2027 London Stadium Show, Set to Become First African to Headline Three Times

  03-08-2026 22:39 via thenet.ng
  
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  Burna Boy has announced his return to London Stadium in 2027, setting the stage for another landmark moment in his career. The Grammy-winning Afrobeats star revealed the upcoming show shortly after showing off a custom-made chain from A Jewellers on his Instagram Story, giving fans even more reason to celebrate.The singer previously sold out the iconic venue in 2023
  
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• BBNaija 11: Tram, Chimsom, Goddessa and Barry secure safety from eviction

  03-08-2026 22:11 via thesun.ng
  
  Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemates Tram, Chimsom, Goddessa and Barry have secured safety from this week’s eviction after emerging as the housemates saved during the latest nomination process.
  The four contestants will not face the public vote this week, giving them another opportunity to strengthen their positions in the competition while other nominated housemates battle for viewers’ votes.
  Their safety comes after Head of House Sheba retained her immunity, having won the Head o
  
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• BBNaija 11: 19 housemates face eviction for week two [Full list]

  03-08-2026 22:01 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nineteen housemates are on the eviction list for the second week of BBNaija Season 11 after Monday’s nomination session.The nomination process saw each contestant enter the Diary Room to save three fellow housemates. At the end of the voting, the four contestants with the highest number of saves were initially declared safe from eviction.However, the final list changed after Head of House, Sheba, exercised her veto power.
  She removed Chimsom Chuka from the eviction list and replaced him w
  
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• BBNaija: Sheba Emerges as Season’s Second Head of House, Secures Immunity

  03-08-2026 21:42 via thenet.ng
  
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  Sheba has emerged as the second Head of House (HoH) in the ongoing Big Brother Naija Show Ya Sef season after outshining her fellow housemates in Monday night’s fiercely contested challenge. Her victory not only earns her the coveted HoH title for the week but also guarantees her immunity from eviction.The competition saw housemates battle through a series of
  
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• GAME ON: Tonight’s BBNaija Nominations

  03-08-2026 21:31 via thenet.ng
  
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  Tonight Biggie is set to shake things up before the nominations, and we wanted you to hear about it first.Before nominations begin at 7 pm, there will be a window for a ‘Nomination conspiracy’ with the housemates that will make tonight’s nominations even more exciting to watch. What happens during that window will shape the conversations and gamepl
  
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• Hoodlums stole guests’ phones during my wedding – Peller

  03-08-2026 21:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Popular TikTok personality Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, has alleged that suspected hoodlums stole mobile phones belonging to some guests during his traditional wedding in Lagos.Peller made the claim during a TikTok livestream on Monday, saying the incidents happened outside the wedding venue while the ceremony was taking place.According to him, several guests later reached out to complain that their phones were snatched by suspected agberos gathered around the area.The content creator
  
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• BBNaija Season 11: Sheba emerges new Head of House

  03-08-2026 20:33 via thesun.ng
  
  Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate, Sheba, has emerged as the new Head of House following Monday’s challenge.
  Sheba secured victory after outperforming her fellow housemates in the Head of House game, earning the coveted position for the week.
  Her win grants her immunity from this week’s eviction, while she will also enjoy other privileges attached to the role.
  As Head of House, Sheba will be expected to provide leadership in the house and make key decisions in line with Big Broth
  
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• ‘Spider-Man’ breaks record for domestic box office debut

  03-08-2026 20:30 via vanguardngr.com
  
  “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” had the biggest debut weekend of all time at the domestic box office, updated figures for the United States and Canada showed Monday.The latest entry in the Marvel superhero franchise — with British actor Tom Holland once again in the titular role — earned $360 million, up from Sunday’s estimate of $355 million, production company Sony Pictures said.That haul put “Brand New Day” ahead of the previous record-holder, Disney&rsq
  
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• BBNaija 11: Sheba emerges new Head of House for Week 2

  03-08-2026 20:08 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabBBNaija Season 11 housemate Sheba has emerged as the new Head of House (HoH) after triumphing in Monday’s three-stage challenge.The task tested the housemates’ speed, agility and problem-solving skills through a series of games, including a puzzle challenge, sack race and balloon game.Sheba outperformed her fellow housemates across the challenges to clinch the coveted HoH title, earning the privileges attached to the position for the week.Unlike the previous week
  
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• How my car was damaged by Area Boys – Ayra Starr’s sister

  03-08-2026 19:53 via thesun.ng
  
  The younger sister of Afrobeats star Ayra Starr, Saltiana, popularly known as DJ Salt of Life, has recounted how suspected area boys allegedly damaged her car in Lagos after mistaking her for the award-winning singer.
  Saltiana disclosed the incident in a series of posts shared on her Instagram Story on Sunday, expressing concern over what she described as the growing harassment and extortion of motorists by street touts across the state.
  According to the disc jockey, the incident occurred on Sat
  
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• How I spent over N2m on my outfits, others to attend Peller wedding – Influencer

  03-08-2026 17:02 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Sharon AdeleyeA Nigerian influencer, Hameed Hamidat Oyindamola has revealed spending N2.19 million on outfits, beauty services, content creation, and accommodation to attend the wedding of social media personalities Jarvis and Peller. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hammed Hamidat Oyindamola (@hameedah_xx)
  The expenditure was aimed at achieving a glamorous appearance and creating premium content for the highly anticipated event.The disclosure was made after the wedding ceremony,
  
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• Frank Edoho describes Lagos real estate prices as ‘armed robbery’

  03-08-2026 16:52 via thesun.ng
  
  Media personality Frank Edoho has criticised the rising cost of real estate in Lagos, describing the property market as “armed robbery” and questioning who can genuinely afford the multi-million-naira homes on sale.
  Speaking during a recent episode of The KK Show, Edoho compared the prices of luxury properties in Lagos with those in foreign countries, arguing that the cost of homes in Nigeria’s commercial hub is difficult to justify considering the nation’s economic reali
  
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• Harry Anyanwu seeks support for visually impaired actress Maureen Okpoko

  03-08-2026 16:42 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Veteran Nigerian actor and musician, Harry B Anyanwu, has appealed to members of the Nollywood community and the public to support actress Maureen Okpoko, who reportedly lost her sight several years ago.Anyanwu made the appeal in a video shared on X on Monday, where he disclosed that the actress requires financial assistance to access medical treatment that could help restore her vision.The actor, who said he visited Okpoko in Enugu State, urged colleagues in the Nigerian film industry to rally
  
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• Why our white wedding will have only 100 guests – Peller

  03-08-2026 16:10 via thesun.ng
  
  Popular content creator Peller has announced that only 100 invited guests will attend his upcoming white wedding with partner Jarvis, saying the decision was taken after several attendees reportedly had their phones stolen during the couple’s traditional wedding.
  The TikTok star disclosed this in a post shared on his Instagram page, days after the pair’s star-studded traditional wedding held on Saturday, August 1, attracted celebrities, influencers, fans and widespread attention on s
  
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• ‘His life is my life’ — Veekee James defends always being with husband at outings

  03-08-2026 15:39 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Mary AgbabiakaFashion designer Veekee James has responded to criticism over her husband, Femi Atere, frequently accompanying her to public functions, explaining that she sees no reason for the couple to live separate social lives.The designer addressed the criticism in a Snapchat video on Sunday after a social media user questioned why Atere was regularly spotted with her and suggested that he had no independent life outside their marriage.Veekee, however, described their closeness as a deli
  
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• Peller announces white wedding for August 8, limits guest list to 100 people

  03-08-2026 15:22 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Mary AgbabiakaNigerian content creator Peller has raised concerns over the number of bloggers and content creators expected at his upcoming white wedding, saying he wants the ceremony to remain an intimate celebration with only about 80 to 100 guests.Peller made the remarks ahead of his white wedding scheduled for Saturday, August 8, expressing surprise at the number of people he expects to attend the event with phones and cameras to capture the ceremony.“All those bloggers, I don&rsqu
  
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• Jude Okoye Fires Back at Peter Okoye’s Royalty Claims, Says Allegations Are ‘Emotional Blackmail’

  03-08-2026 15:19 via thenet.ng
  
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  CloseLogin to use this feature or Sign Up to be a part of the gang.No account yet? RegisterThe long-running rift within the Okoye family has taken another dramatic turn as music executive Jude Okoye publicly dismissed fresh allegations of financial misconduct made by his younger brother, Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P.Peter recently claimed that Jude excluded him from parts of Psquare’s music royalties, alleging he was denied a $25,000 payment
  
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• Cynthia Morgan wades into Jude Okoye, Mr P feud, says she witnessed wickedness

  03-08-2026 14:59 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian singer Cynthia Morgan, popularly known as Madrina, has weighed in on the ongoing feud between Jude Okoye and his younger brother, Peter Okoye, also known as Mr P, alleging that she personally witnessed her former record label boss’s “wickedness.”
  In a series of posts shared on social media, the singer accused Jude Okoye of manipulating public narratives and influencing how people perceive events.
  “If there is one thing I know about Jude, I know for a fact that he
  
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• ‘I said tomb shifter, not womb shifter’ – Jarvis reacts to wedding controversy

  03-08-2026 14:58 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Sharon AdeleyeSocial media personality Jarvis has clarified that she described her husband as a “tomb shifter,” not a “womb shifter,” following widespread reactions to a viral wedding clip.
  The clarification came after several social media users misinterpreted her words, prompting her to release a voice note explaining what she actually said.The controversy emerged shortly after Jarvis’ wedding, when videos from the ceremony began circulating online and sparked
  
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• $1.2m royalty allegation: Jude Okoye counters Mr P, says he’s avoiding court

  03-08-2026 14:31 via thesun.ng
  
  Former P-Square manager, Jude Okoye, has dismissed allegations by his younger brother, Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, that he diverted more than $1.2 million in music royalties.
  Jude insists the claims have already been investigated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and are now before the court.
  In a video posted on Instagram on Sunday, Jude accused Mr P of attempting to influence public opinion while legal proceedings were still ongoing.
  “You are trying to bait
  
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• BBNaija S11: Keivo hints at preference for Temi after chat with Nomy

  03-08-2026 14:13 via thesun.ng
  
  Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate Keivo has sparked fresh speculation about a possible romantic interest in fellow contestant Temi after opening up during a conversation with Nomy.
  The discussion began when Nomy asked Keivo if he liked Temi.
  Seeking clarification, Keivo responded by asking, “What kind of like?”
  Nomy then rephrased her question, asking if he liked Temi “like like,” suggesting a romantic interest.
  In response, Keivo stopped short of confirming any roman
  
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• Kirk Franklin, Mercy Chinwo thrill fans with surprise worship duet

  03-08-2026 14:11 via thesun.ng
  
  American gospel music icon Kirk Franklin and Nigerian gospel singer Mercy Chinwo delivered a memorable worship session at the International Gospel Music Festival, captivating worshippers with a surprise on-stage collaboration that has since generated widespread reactions online.
  Videos from the event, which have gone viral across social media platforms, showed Franklin inviting Chinwo to join him on stage, where the duo led the audience in an energetic and heartfelt worship performance. Their ap
  
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• Jude Okoye denies $1.2m royalty diversion claim, says Mr P avoiding court

  03-08-2026 13:47 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Enitan AbdultawabFormer P-Square manager Jude Okoye has dismissed allegations by his younger brother, Peter Okoye aka Mr P, that he diverted more than $1.2 million in music royalties, insisting the claims have already been addressed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and are now before the court.In a video posted on Instagram Sunday, Jude accused Mr P of attempting to sway public opinion while legal proceedings remain ongoing.“You are trying to bait me. You know the
  
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• BBNaija S11: Tension boils over as Nomy, Bells clash in heated altercation

  03-08-2026 13:29 via thesun.ng
  
  Tension escalated in the Big Brother Naija Season 11 house after housemates Nomy and Bells were involved in a heated confrontation that has become one of the biggest talking points among viewers.
  The altercation, which reportedly began during a disagreement involving fellow housemate Ricky, quickly degenerated into a war of words as both women exchanged insults in the presence of other housemates.
  Efforts by those around them to calm the situation initially proved unsuccessful, with both Nomy an
  
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• Masked Guest Gifts Newlyweds ₦10 Million at Peller’s Wedding, Draws Attention

  03-08-2026 12:20 via thenet.ng
  
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  A masked individual identified as Oga9ja has drawn widespread attention at the wedding of streamers Peller and Jarvis after presenting the couple with a cash gift of ₦10 million and making a spectacle of his entrance.The ceremony took place in Lagos on Saturday, August 1, 2026, following the couple’s court wedding on July 29. Their relationship, public s
  
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• Desmond Elliot returns to Nollywood after APC primary loss

  03-08-2026 07:55 via thesun.ng
  
  Lawmaker representing Surulere Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Desmond Elliot, appears to have returned to acting following his defeat in the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election.
  The development comes after photographs of the actor-turned-politician on a movie set with fellow Nollywood star Ibrahim Chatta surfaced on social media.
  The images showed Elliot and Chatta standing together on what appeared to be a film location, engaged in conversation during the prod
  
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• BBNaija season 11: Aikou, Flora voted as The Gambit

  03-08-2026 07:19 via thesun.ng
  
  Housemates Aikou and Flora have emerged as the first beneficiaries of Big Brother Naija Season 11’s new game twist, The Gambit.
  The duo was unveiled during Sunday’s live eviction show after viewers voted to determine one male and one female housemate to assume the special role introduced by Big Brother earlier in the week.
  As The Gambits, Aikou and Flora are guaranteed a place in the grand finale of the reality show and will enjoy immunity from eviction throughout the season.
  However
  
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