Nollywood & celebs

Nollywood mourns Francis Duru, dead at 57

23 Oct 2026, 13:55 BST

Veteran actor Francis Duru has died at 57 after a brief illness, two years after he lost his teenage son. Old posts about his son, his wife Adokiye and an earlier video where he answered health rumours are now circulating as tributes pour in.

His words to his late son resurface
His final touching words to his wife
Old video on health rumours goes round again

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Eniola Badmus draws attention at Zlatan's wedding as Iyabo Ojo and Ini Edo react

25 Oct 2026, 12:32 GMT

Actress Eniola Badmus reportedly stood out at Zlatan Ibile's wedding with her outfit, and fellow actresses Iyabo Ojo and Ini Edo are said to have reacted. Her moment with Davido at the event has also been noticed online.

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Cash showers and a mystery spender: guests reportedly splash dollars at Zlatan Ibile's wedding

25 Oct 2026, 11:34 GMT

Davido and singer OGB Recent are said to have showered Zlatan Ibile and his bride with bundles of cash, while an unidentified man reportedly sprayed money on actress Iyabo Ojo. Fans have been asking who the man is, and the spraying has stirred debate online. Davido's playful answer about his favourite food at the event has also been widely shared.

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Regina Daniels reportedly breaks her silence after a video of a heated exchange with her mother goes viral

25 Oct 2026, 09:32 GMT

Actress Regina Daniels has reportedly responded after a clip of a tense confrontation with her mother spread widely online. The video drew a flood of comments from fans, many of them divided over what the exchange meant. It comes amid months of public attention on her family and marriage.

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Nollywood actor claims the late Francis Duru was poisoned, stirring debate

25 Oct 2026, 09:32 GMT

A popular actor has alleged that veteran Francis Duru was poisoned, a claim that has divided Nigerians online. No evidence has been made public to support the allegation, and the family has not confirmed it. Many fans have urged caution while mourning the actor.