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From “Thor” To “Hulk” Chris Hemsworth To Play Hulk Hogan In New Film
Chris Hemsworth is excited to transform from the Marvel superhero Thor to the Hulk. In a future film on the legendary American wrestler’s ascent to prominence, the 38-year-old Australian actor will play the…
Funke Akindele: Never marry a successful woman – Samuel Jemitalo tells men
Samuel Jemitalo, the Nigerian actor, has advised men against marrying women who are successful, independent and established. The film star was giving his two cents about marriage on Thursday — a few hours…
Likely reasons for Funke Akindele’s marriage crash
For the umpteenth time, a popular Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele is in the news again for the wrong reasons – this time, the actress’ marriage of years just hit the rock. While no one should wish an end…
From iconic singer to jailed sex offender… here’s timeline of R. Kelly’s allegations
On Wednesday, R. Kelly, the US singer and songwriter, was finally sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for sex charges. His sentencing had come after he was convicted of racketeering and sex…
Olokun’ lawyer, Malcolm Omirhobo dumps religious attire, reverts to wig, gown
A lawyer and activist, Malcolm E. Omirhobo, who sparked controversy last Friday by appearing in court in a lawyer’s wig, gown mixed with Olokun religious attire, Wednesday reverted to a normal barrister’s dress code. Omirhobo…
R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years for sex trafficking, racketeering convictions
R. Kelly, the former R&B singer who had long escaped criminal penalties despite decades of sexual misconduct…
R. Kelly risks long prison term at sex trafficking sentencing
R. Kelly could face decades in prison when sentenced on Wednesday, US attorneys have speculated. The embattled singer has been in detention for months, awaiting his June 29 sex trafficking sentencing.…
Police officers allegedly beat 42-yr-old Nigerian man to death in S. Africa
South African police officers have accused of allegedly beating a 42-yr-old Nigerian man by name…
Actress, Chacha Eke-Faani’s husband denies domestic violence allegations
Austin Faani, husband to Nollywood actress, Chacha Eke-Faani, has denied allegations that he physically abused his wife. Chacha announced the crash of her nine-year marriage to Austin via her Instagram…
Splendid moment of Wike, Ikpeazu in Turkey for vacation (Photos)
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike and his counterpart from Abia State, Okezie Ikpeazu have stormed Turkey for vacation. Wike took to his Twitter handle on Tuesday to announce that he is currently in…
Glamour Girls’ Producer Replies Critics Over Film
Nigerian businessman and filmmaker, Charles Okpaleke, has reacted to the enormous amount of backlash he received following his latest movie “Glamour Girls”. The classic film, Glamour Girls, is a popular…
Some People Are Wishing My Family Death – Yul Edochie
Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, has cried out that some people are wishing his family death. The actor on Tuesday took to his verified Instagram handle to express his anger at such people as he captioned the…
Lagos developers defraud 70 house seekers, victims faint
Two developers, Oluwasegun Adewara, and one Okeowo, have gone into hiding after allegedly defrauding no fewer than 70 prospective tenants at Lawanson, in the Surulere area of Lagos State. PUNCH Metro…
Native doctor’s attire: Court declines hearing lawyer’s case
Justice Tijani Ringim of a Federal High Court in Lagos on Monday refused to hear two cases of a human right lawyer, Malcolm Omihrhobo, who adorned himself in a lawyer’s gown with ‘native doctor’ attire to court.…
Court orders woman to return to the matrimonial home
A Shari’a Court in Kaduna State on Monday ordered a woman, Hauwa Saidu, to…
I did not attend Christ Embassy for healing from Lupus – Kemi Afolabi
Actress Kemi Afolabi has debunked the reports that she visited Christ Embassy for healing from Lupus, a disease she announced she is struggling with. The reports had emerged after a lady who looked like Afolabi…
PHOTOS: Reactions Trail Marriage Of Kano Prince To Two Brides Same Day
Prince Mustapha Ado Bayero, the son of the late Emir Of Kano, Abdullahi Ado Bayero, has married two brides…
Stop Running After My Car For Money, Portable Warns Fans
Nigerian Hip-Hop artiste, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly called portable, has told his fans to stop asking him for money by running after his car. According to the Zazoo crooner, fans who follow him go as far as…
Delta police arrest man for beheading son
A 33-year-old man, Gabriel Volts, has been arrested by police officers in Delta State for allegedly beheading his son for ritual purposes. This was contained in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations…
I am looking for King Sunny Ade, he is my father – Elizabeth Temitope (video)
Elizabeth Temitope has alleged that legendary musician, King Sunny Ade, is her father. Temitope, in an interview with Punch, noted that her mother revealed the secret to her after decades. She said her mother…
I feel hurt when people condemn our movies – Stella Damasus
Multi-talented actress Stella Damasus has expressed how she always felt each time people criticized Nollywood movies According to her, no film maker would want to waste time and money and intentionally make…
Army General fighting Boko Haram returns home to meet wife in bed with man
A man said to be a Nigerian Army General has returned home from his duties in the North East fighting Boko Haram to…
Fani-Kayode, Chikwendu reunite after 2 years of acrimonious separation (Photos)
Femi Fani-Kayode, former Minister of Aviation, and ex-beauty queen Precious Chikwendu have finally resolved their differences. The duo reunited on Saturday after their bitter separation in 2020. Fani-Kayode, in…
Cubana Club shooting: Arrested policemen deny firing shots
There is a new twist in the ongoing investigation into the alleged shooting by policemen attached to Grammy award winner, Damini Ogulu, popularly called Burna Boy, in Club Cubana, Victoria Island area…