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• Mo Abudu to open UK’s first-ever cinema hub for African, black films

  10-08-2026 23:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  Nigerian media mogul Mo Abudu has announced the opening of EbonyLife Place London, UK’s first-ever cinema hub exclusively for African and black films.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Abudu shared the update on Monday alongside a video of the property in a post on her social media page.According to her, the EbonyLife Place London, located at Wandsworth Road, will be officially opened in October as UK’s first cultural and creative hub dedicated exclusively to Af
  
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• Tupac Shakur murder trial opens three decades after his death

  10-08-2026 22:13 via thesun.ng
  
  The trial of a former gang leader accused of orchestrating the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur began on Monday, three decades after the killing of one of America’s most prominent hip-hop stars.
  The trial is expected to last about a month, although it may not establish who actually fired the shots that killed the California rapper on September 7, 1996.
  Shakur was fatally shot in Las Vegas while he was in the city to watch a boxing match involving Mike Tyson. His death became one of the most h
  
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• Tupac Shakur murder trial begins 30 years after rapper’s death

  10-08-2026 20:55 via vanguardngr.com
  
  The trial of a former gang leader accused of orchestrating the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur finally began on Monday, 30 years after one of America’s most high-profile unresolved killings.The proceedings, expected to last a month, will likely not make clear who fired the shots that killed the California hip-hop legend on the night of September 7, 1996, while he was in Las Vegas to see a Mike Tyson boxing match.But prosecutors aim to show that the defendant, Duane “Keffe D” Dav
  
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• RMD, Bisola Aiyeola, Chioma Akpotha, others for Funke Akindele’s new movie ‘The Four: No One Fights Alone’

  10-08-2026 20:43 via thesun.ng
  
  Building on her landmark runs at the box office, award-winning filmmaker, actress, and producer Funke Akindele is set to release her next feature film later this year. The movie, The Four: No One Fights Alone, will hit cinemas globally on December 11, 2026. Produced by Funke Akindele Network (FAAN TV) and exclusively distributed by FilmOne Entertainment, the announcement marks the next chapter for one of Africa’s most commercially successful filmmakers.
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• Neche Emerges as Week 3 Head of House, Becomes Second Female HOH of the Season

  10-08-2026 18:06 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? RegisterNeche has emerged as the Head of House (HoH) for Week 3 of the ongoing Big Brother Naija season 11, Show Ya Sef season, taking over the coveted position from Sheba.The housemate secured the title after edging out her fellow housemates in the latest Head of House challenge, marking another major twist in the race for dominance inside the Big Brother house.Neche’
  
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• BBNaija Season 11: Neche emerges third HOH, Sultex picks Oyin for HOH Loft

  10-08-2026 17:53 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Mary AgbabiakaNeche has emerged as the third Head of House (HOH) in the ongoing BBNaija Season 11 reality show.Neche secured the position on Monday after winning the weekly Head of House challenge, becoming the second female housemate to occupy the position this season.Following her victory, Neche received the privileges attached to the HOH position and will lead the house for the week, as well as having immunity from eviction.
  As part of the HOH arrangements, Neche picked Sultex as his depu
  
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• 2Baba, Annie re-follow each other over a year after split

  10-08-2026 17:46 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Caleb AyemereLegendary music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, and his estranged wife, Annie, have sparked fresh reconciliation rumors after refollowing each other on Instagram.According to online checks by Vanguard, the former couple, who had previously unfollowed each other on the platform, restored their digital connection on Monday.The social media activity has fueled widespread speculation among fans, with many interpreting the move as a sign of mending relations following
  
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• BBNaija S11: Nenche emerges Head of House for Week 3

  10-08-2026 17:30 via thesun.ng
  
  Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate, Nenche, has emerged as the Head of House for Week 3 of the reality show.
  Nenche secured the coveted position after emerging victorious in the Week 3 Head of House challenge on Monday.
  The victory gives her the leadership of the house for the week, alongside the privileges attached to the position.
  She takes over from Sheba, who won the Week 2 Head of House challenge after defeating her fellow housemates in a three-stage Arena Games challenge.
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• ‘The Four’: Former BBNaija housemates cast in Funke Akindele’s movie

  10-08-2026 16:49 via thesun.ng
  
  Four former Big Brother Naija housemates have joined the cast of Funke Akindele’s upcoming movie, The Four, which is scheduled to open in cinemas across Nigeria on December 11, 2026.
  Akindele, an award-winning actress and filmmaker, announced the release date as she prepares to return to the big screen following the commercial success of her 2023 blockbuster, A Tribe Called Judah.
  The new production brings together a high-profile cast comprising established Nollywood actors, musicians and
  
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• Tonto Dikeh launches New Wine Prophetic Tabernacle in Abuja

  10-08-2026 16:44 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Adewale AdesewaTonto Dikeh has launched a new faith-based initiative, the New Wine Prophetic Tabernacle (NWPT), which she describes as a spiritual gathering for committed Christians.The 41-year-old Nollywood actress made the announcement on Sunday through her Instagram page, explaining that the platform is intended to serve believers seeking a deeper relationship with God and a renewed spiritual experience.According to her, NWPT is envisioned as a movement that will inspire spiritual awakeni
  
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• Daddy Showkey celebrates 50 years in music, honours Vanguard, Danladi Bako, Harry B

  10-08-2026 16:41 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Benjamin NjokuLegendary musician Daddy Showkey turned back the clock last Sunday night as he celebrated 50 unbroken years on stage with a glittering anniversary concert at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.Tagged “The Journey! My 50 Years on Stage as an Entertainer”, the event brought together legends, fans, and lovers of old-school Nigerian music for a night of nostalgia, culture and non-stop dancing.The ‘Galala’ pioneer, whose sound helped define Nigeria
  
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• Why I shaved my hair for my wedding – Jarvis

  10-08-2026 16:36 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Caleb AyemereDigital creator Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, popularly known as Jarvis, has addressed public speculation surrounding her decision to shave her head ahead of her recent wedding ceremonies, clarifying that the choice was purely practical rather than rooted in traditional marriage rites.Addressing rumors that the haircut was part of a tribal marital ritual, Jarvis took to social media to dispel the narrative, explaining that the decision was based strictly on professional hairstyling
  
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• P-Square: Soso pledges N500m for Peter-Paul boxing match

  10-08-2026 16:16 via thesun.ng
  
  Nigerian music executive, Soso Soberekon, has offered N500 million to Peter Okoye of P-Square to face his twin brother, Paul Okoye, in a celebrity boxing match.
  Soberekon made the offer on Sunday night during Peter’s performance.
  A viral video circulating on social media showed Soberekon in the crowd raising his phone towards Peter, displaying the N500 million offer while the singer performed on stage.
  The text that was displayed on Soso’s phone reads, “500 Million Naira to fig
  
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• 4 ex-BBNaija housemates feature in Funke Akindele’s new movie [Full list]

  10-08-2026 14:57 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Deborah OyekaleAward-winning Nigerian actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele is set to return to cinemas with her latest movie, The Four, which will be released nationwide on December 11, 2026.The filmmaker announced the release date for the highly anticipated production as she prepares to return to the big screen following the huge success of her 2023 blockbuster, A Tribe Called Judah.Akindele has built a strong reputation for releasing major productions during the festive period, with her De
  
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• Nollywood star Tonto Dikeh launches new ministry

  10-08-2026 14:32 via thesun.ng
  
  Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has unveiled a new spiritual movement, the New Wine Prophetic Tabernacle, describing it as an interdenominational platform focused on prayer, revival and spiritual transformation.
  Dikeh announced the movement on Sunday through her Instagram page, presenting the New Wine Prophetic Tabernacle, also known as NWPT, as a “global movement of consecrated believers called to experience the raw power, purity, and presence of God.”
  The movement is anchored on Mark
  
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• Jarvis opens up on Peller’s behaviour at home

  10-08-2026 13:27 via thesun.ng
  
  TikTok creator, Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, popularly known as Jarvis, has revealed that her partner, Habeeb Hamzat, better known as Peller, is more serious at home than his playful personality on social media suggests.
  Jarvis made this known while speaking about Peller’s personality and their relationship.
  According to her, although Peller is known for his playful and energetic character online, he tends to be calm and serious when they are together at home.
  She said his calm nature sometim
  
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• Funke Akindele Announces New Movie ‘The Four,’ Set for December 11, 2026 Cinema Release

  10-08-2026 13:18 via thenet.ng
  
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  Nollywood actress, filmmaker and producer Funke Akindele has announced her new movie, The Four: No One Fights Alone, which will be released in cinemas worldwide on December 11, 2026.The movie is produced by Funke Akindele Network (FAAN TV) and distributed by FilmOne Entertainment. It comes after another successful year for Akindele, who has become one of the biggest
  
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• Jarvis reveals why she barbed hair for wedding

  10-08-2026 11:43 via thesun.ng
  
  TikTok creator, Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, popularly known as Jarvis, has dismissed reports suggesting that she shaved her hair as part of the traditional rites for her wedding.
  In a video shared online, Jarvis explained that she opted for the hairstyle simply because her stylist asked her to cut her hair, stressing that it had nothing to do with any marriage ritual.
  She said, “The wedding is finally over and I’m super happy. I’m proud of myself and my husband.
  “For those
  
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• Martins, Mercedes Become First BBNaija ‘Show Ya Sef’ Housemates Evicted

  10-08-2026 11:28 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? RegisterMartins and Mercedes have become the first housemates to leave the 2026 edition of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) ‘Show Ya Sef’, after securing the lowest number of votes from viewers.The pair were evicted during Sunday night’s live show, bringing their journey in the reality competition to an end just two weeks after the season premiered.The eviction
  
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• BBNaija S11: Chimsom Chuka emerges as first most influential player of season

  10-08-2026 09:15 via thesun.ng
  
  Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate, Chimsom Chuka, has emerged as the first Most Influential Player of the season.
  The recognition came after Chimsom’s performance and activities in the Big Brother house earned him the distinction among his fellow housemates.
  His emergence as the first influential player highlights his growing presence in the competition, with his personality and interactions attracting attention from both housemates and viewers.
  Chimsom has remained actively involved i
  
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• VeryDarkMan pulls out of P-Square family dispute following backlash

  10-08-2026 07:35 via thesun.ng
  
  Social media activist VeryDarkMan has announced his decision to step back from the ongoing family dispute involving the members of P-Square following criticism over his involvement in the matter.
  The activist made this known in a video on Sunday, days after coming under pressure from Nigerians online to stay out of the dispute involving Peter Okoye, Paul Okoye and their elder brother, Jude Okoye.
  VeryDarkMan had earlier attracted criticism after defending Jude and questioning claims made by Pete
  
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• BBNaija Season 11 Housemate Nomy Issued a Strike for Flouting Big Brother’s Rules

  10-08-2026 01:28 via vanguardngr.com
  
  By Ayo OnikoyiAhead of Sunday’s live eviction show, Big Brother summoned the housemates for a meeting following repeated violations of his instructions by Nomy.Earlier in the week, Nomy was given a punishment after her poor performance at the Head of House Challenge. She was instructed to carry and sit on a bench warmer seat while wearing a vest. However, she did not follow the instructions as given.During her Diary Session, Big Brother addressed the violation and added another condition
  
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• From Doubt to Demand: How M’Kido won over Francophone Africa

  10-08-2026 01:06 via thesun.ng
  
  Not long ago, many people questioned the direction of M’Kido’s career. While countless Nigerian artistes concentrated exclusively on local audiences, the multilingual singer, songwriter, and content creator deliberately chose a different path. He invested heavily in building an audience across French-speaking Africa, creating content in multiple languages, and embracing cultures that many believed were beyond the reach of a young Nigerian musician. Today, that decision has become one
  
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