https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/en-ngCopyright (C) 2026 newslocker.comFri, 05 Jun 2026 02:25:00 +0200 This initiative has kicked of a high-energy nationwide hunt for the next superstar mixologist that will take Nigerian flair to the global stage.
The media launch held at The Wings, Victoria Island, Lagos, attracted top media outlets, hospitality heavyweights, and the city’s most creat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/world-class-2026-hunt-for-next-superstar-bartender-begins/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/world-class-2026-hunt-for-next-superstar-bartender-begins/ Tagged: ‘A Day With Thibaut’, the inaugural event of the Heineken House Experience held recently at Ilubirin, Lagos marked the beginning of great things as the premium brand delivered a bold, high-energy showcase.
The day kicked off with the unveiling of a huge Hot-Air Balloon by Mr. Thibaut Boidin, Managing Director of Nigerian Breweries Plc. This signaled the start]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/music-sport-hot-air-balloon-highlight-day-with-thibaut/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/music-sport-hot-air-balloon-highlight-day-with-thibaut/ Ireayomide was proclaimed winner of the pageantry, a colourful event that celebrated modesty, confidence, culture and youth empowerment, with contestants drawn from different African countries showcasing elegance, intelligence and career aspirations.
Speaking after her victory, Ireayomide said her confidence had inspired her to participate in the beauty contest. “I]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/ireayomide-kendra-win-miss-decency-africa-crown/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/ireayomide-kendra-win-miss-decency-africa-crown/ The deal, signed recently in Cape Town, was a strategic move aimed at strengthening Afrobeats’ influence on a global scale.
The partnership also marks an exciting new chapter for both Oscar Bankz and Astra Luvian in its continued mission to discover,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/oscar-bankz-inks-deal-with-south-africas-astra-luvian-music/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/oscar-bankz-inks-deal-with-south-africas-astra-luvian-music/ Endorsed by the Lagos State Government through the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC), LEAGA is conceived as an annual platform to promote friendship, wellness, unity, and collaboration within the entertainment industry through sporting and recreational activities.The event will bring together mu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/lagos-endorses-leaga-for-september-debut/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/lagos-endorses-leaga-for-september-debut/ DeeOne received the party’s ticket after winning the primary election, paving the way for his campaign to represent the constituency in the state legislature.
The entertainer announced his emergence in a post shared on his officia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/comedian-deeone-secures-boot-party-ticket-for-lagos-assembly-race/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/comedian-deeone-secures-boot-party-ticket-for-lagos-assembly-race/ The actor made the remarks during an interview on News Central Television on Thursday, describing the disclosure of details from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) database as disturbing a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/inec-data-leak-left-me-feeling-unsafe-for-first-time-emeka-ike/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/inec-data-leak-left-me-feeling-unsafe-for-first-time-emeka-ike/ In a recent interview with content creator JBrandy, the ‘Nowo Soke’ singer also stated that it is difficult for artists who do not belong to a gang or cult group to flourish in the music industry.
He claimed artists who made it in the music industry without engaging with a gang or cult organization were fortunate.
“The music industry has turned to a game of belonging to a particular c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/its-hard-to-succeed-in-music-industry-without-a-clique-cdq/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/its-hard-to-succeed-in-music-industry-without-a-clique-cdq/ Flavour spoke about his private life in a recent video broadcast shared on social media, adding that, unlike some men, he is not “domesticated”.
The ‘Nabania’ crooner shared that he can’t be “caged”.
“I am an explorer. I belong to the wild world. I belong to the street. Som]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/i-cant-commit-to-one-woman-i-belong-to-the-wild-world-flavour/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/i-cant-commit-to-one-woman-i-belong-to-the-wild-world-flavour/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/davidos-aide-israel-dmw-to-bury-father-in-july/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/davidos-aide-israel-dmw-to-bury-father-in-july/ CloseLogin to use this feature or Sign Up to be a part of the gang.No account yet? Register
Nigerian superstars Davido and Ayra Starr are set to feature on the official FIFA World Cup 2026 album. Ayra Starr joins American rapper Latto on a track titled “Show Me,” while Davido teams up with Major Lazer and Nelly Furtado for “No Place Like Home.” Both songs are scheduled for release this Friday as part of the highly anticipated tourna]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/davido-amp-ayra-starr-featured-on-the-official-fifa-2026-world-cup-album/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/davido-amp-ayra-starr-featured-on-the-official-fifa-2026-world-cup-album/ The apology came after her earlier remarks on the school kidnapping sparked widespread reactions on social media, with many Nigerians accusing her of being insensitive to the pain and frustration of affected families.
In a video shared on her Instagram page on Wednesday, Alaseyori acknowledged the concerns raised by members of the public and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/yinka-alaseyori-apologises-after-backlash-over-oyo-kidnap-comments/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/yinka-alaseyori-apologises-after-backlash-over-oyo-kidnap-comments/ CloseLogin to use this feature or Sign Up to be a part of the gang.No account yet? Register
Just weeks after transforming Lagos into a playground of creativity and culture, The Gathering on 100 is packing its bags for its next stop and this time, all roads lead to Aba.The announcement came through a vibrant Instagram teaser that immediately sparked excitement among members of the community. Against a backdrop inspired by the city’s unmistakable energ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/after-100-hours-in-lagos-the-gathering-sets-its-sights-on-aba/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/after-100-hours-in-lagos-the-gathering-sets-its-sights-on-aba/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/forgive-me-yinka-alaseyori-apologises-over-remarks-on-oyo-abduction/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/forgive-me-yinka-alaseyori-apologises-over-remarks-on-oyo-abduction/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/grammy-winning-voice-of-love-peabo-bryson-dies-at-75/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/grammy-winning-voice-of-love-peabo-bryson-dies-at-75/ The announcement was made by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association in a statement issued on Tuesday.
Davido will thrill music lovers at the Countdown Concert series scheduled for Wednesday, June 10.
According to FIFA, the Los Angeles concert will also see performances from Diplo’s Major Lazer, with other artists expected to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/2026-world-cup-davido-to-thrill-fans-in-countdown-us-concert/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/2026-world-cup-davido-to-thrill-fans-in-countdown-us-concert/ CloseLogin to use this feature or Sign Up to be a part of the gang.No account yet? Register
Ten weeks, twenty-nine housemates, and not a single alliance survived the 10/10 house on a week-on-week basis. BBNaija 10/10 gave us a season where yesterday’s enemy could be an ally by Thursday, and your closest ally could become your biggest threat by Sunday night.Months after Imisi walked away with the crown and the ₦150 million grand prize, the conve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/housemates-who-have-unfinished-business-ahead-of-the-bbnaija-reunion/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/housemates-who-have-unfinished-business-ahead-of-the-bbnaija-reunion/ According to a family statement released on Tuesday, the Grammy Award-winning artist passed away on the evening of June 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET, surrounded by close family members.
“He transitioned peacefully… surrounded by the love of his family and those closest to him,” the statement said, adding that Bryson&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/grammy-winning-beauty-and-the-beast-singer-peabo-bryson-dies-at-75/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/grammy-winning-beauty-and-the-beast-singer-peabo-bryson-dies-at-75/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/yoruba-actor-okiki-adeshina-dies-after-car-crash/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/yoruba-actor-okiki-adeshina-dies-after-car-crash/ Organisers announced that the reunion will bring together former housemates of Season 10 for a series of episodes expected to revisit key moments, unresolved conflicts, friendships, relationships, and controversies that emerged during the season.
Fans are already expressing excitement ahead o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/bbnaija-season-10-reunion-set-to-premiere-june-8/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ng/news/nigeria-showbizz-news/bbnaija-season-10-reunion-set-to-premiere-june-8/