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Francis Duru's family announces burial for 11 December in Imo

2 Nov 2026, 18:01 GMT

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The family of veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has announced his burial arrangements, weeks after he died at the age of 59.

The arrangements

In a statement titled 'Forever in our hearts' posted on the actor's official Instagram page on Monday, 2 November 2026, the family said funeral events will begin with a service of songs and tributes in Abuja on Wednesday, 25 November, at 5pm at the Family Worship Center in Wuye. A second service of songs will be held on Thursday, 10 December, at his late father's family compound in Okai, Eziama, Isiala Mbano, Imo State. The funeral and burial will follow on Friday, 11 December, in the same community. The family added that branches and associations in various states are also organising their own services of songs.

Background

Duru died on 22 October 2026 after an illness the family did not disclose. He was one of Nollywood's best-known faces from the 1990s and 2000s, starring in many popular films. His death led to tributes from colleagues across the industry. Last week, the family warned the public against fake burial flyers circulating online and said only official announcements should be trusted.

How people reacted

Fans and colleagues shared tributes under the post and promised to attend the services.

Services of songs will hold in Abuja on 25 November and in Imo on 10 December.
He will be buried on 11 December in Isiala Mbano.
The family earlier warned against fake burial flyers.

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Ned Nwoko asks public to stop death rumours about Regina Daniels, threatens legal action

2 Nov 2026, 18:01 GMT

Senator Ned Nwoko has appealed to Nigerians to stop spreading false reports about the death and health of his estranged wife, actress Regina Daniels. He said she needs compassion to recover and that his team is documenting false posts for legal action.

Senator Ned Nwoko has made a public appeal for people to stop spreading false stories about his estranged wife, Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, including rumours that she has died.

What he said

In a statement on social media on Monday evening, 2 November 2026, Nwoko asked fans, bloggers and social media commentators to give Regina some breathing space. He said she had been through more than many people realise and that what she needs most now is love, support and the chance to recover. He said the appeal was also for the sake of their children, who he said are well cared for and deserve to see their mother supported. He added that whatever difficulties the marriage has faced, her well-being has always mattered to him, and that this was a time for compassion, not judgement.

Warning to rumour spreaders

Nwoko said he would not tolerate the deliberate spread of false information about Regina, especially made-up reports about her death, health or personal circumstances. He said his team was documenting such publications and that those responsible would be held to account through the proper legal channels.

Background

Regina Daniels and Nwoko married in 2019 and have two sons. Their marriage has been the subject of public disputes this year, and the two are now described as estranged. In a video shared on her recent birthday, the actress gave fans a glimpse of health challenges she has been facing, which Nwoko referred to in his statement. Since then, several unverified claims about her condition have spread online.

How people reacted

Many fans welcomed the statement and prayed for the actress's recovery, while others urged bloggers to be more careful with stories about people's health.

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Actress Rachael Okonkwo shows off engagement ring, set to marry businessman

2 Nov 2026, 18:01 GMT

Nollywood actress Rachael Okonkwo has shared a video showing her engagement ring and flowers, amid reports that she is set to marry Lagos businessman Chief Chukwudi Onuorah. Fans and colleagues have flooded her page with congratulations.

Nollywood actress Rachael Okonkwo, known to many fans as Nkoli Nwa Nsukka, is engaged, and her fans are celebrating with her.

What happened

In a video shared on social media on Monday, 2 November 2026, the actress showed off her engagement ring and a bouquet of flowers, smiling and saying she was blushing and shy. Reports say she is set to marry Chief Chukwudi Onuorah, a businessman based in Lagos who has been described as a billionaire. Separate reports said friends of her partner had also gifted her ₦10 million, which she celebrated online.

Background

Rachael Okonkwo rose to fame playing the character Nkoli Nwa Nsukka and has since appeared in many Nollywood films. The engagement comes during a busy period of celebrity weddings in Nigeria, including the recent Lagos wedding of singer LAX, which was attended by former President Goodluck Jonathan and his wife.

How people reacted

Fellow actors and fans flooded her comments with congratulations and prayers for a happy marriage, while many asked when the wedding would take place.

What happens next

The couple have not yet announced a wedding date.

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Peller apologises after calling himself Jesus Christ on livestream

2 Nov 2026, 11:45 GMT

Streamer Peller has apologised after a livestream clip showed him in a white costume asking a guest to call him Jesus Christ. The guest objected on camera, and many viewers said his apology did not go far enough.

Popular streamer Habeeb Adelaja, known as Peller, has apologised after a clip from his livestream in which he referred to himself as Jesus Christ drew widespread criticism.

What happened

In the clip, which spread online on Sunday, 1 November 2026, Peller appeared in a white and red costume with a wig and greeted his guest as Jesus Christ. The guest refused to go along with the joke and told him not to disrespect any religion, pointing out that someone with about 17 million followers had a responsibility to the people watching. Peller argued that he was only wearing a costume and that nobody alive knows what Jesus looked like. During the exchange he also said he was a traditionalist and joked about dressing as an Imam the next day, which the people with him warned was only making things worse.

The apology

In a follow-up video posted the same day, Peller said he had not expected the outfit to cause such a reaction, describing it as just a white cloth. He described himself as both a Christian and a Muslim, apparently to show that he meant no offence to either faith, and asked his fans to forgive him.

How people reacted

Many social media users criticised the stunt, saying religion should not be used for content. Some said the apology fell short because he did not clearly admit he was wrong, while others defended him as a young entertainer who made a mistake.

Background

Peller, one of Nigeria's best-known TikTok streamers, is often in the news for his livestreams. Last week, rapper YCee used his name as an example of what he called brain-rot content and refused to apologise for it. Peller and fellow content creator Jarvis held a white wedding in Lekki, Lagos, in August.

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Broda Mike says Ghe Ghe's sister's online attack was planned, replying to VeryDarkMan

2 Nov 2026, 11:45 GMT

Skit maker Broda Mike has claimed that he and Ghe Ghe planned for Ghe Ghe's sister to criticise him online, in a reply to VeryDarkMan. Many users said this suggests the drama was staged for content.

Skit maker Broda Mike has made a surprising claim in his reply to social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM), saying a recent online family drama involving internet personality Ghe Ghe was planned.

What he said

VDM had reportedly claimed that he helped Ghe Ghe when Ghe Ghe's sister publicly criticised him online. Responding in a video shared on Monday, 2 November 2026, Broda Mike said that he and Ghe Ghe had planned for the sister to drag Ghe Ghe on social media. He did not explain why, or whether the sister knew it was staged.

How people reacted

The claim drew mixed reactions. Many users said it confirmed their suspicion that much online drama is staged for content, and some said they felt deceived. One user noted that Ghe Ghe's sister had gone further than any plan by publicly claiming she had not received ₦5 million. Others mocked everyone involved. Ghe Ghe and his sister have not publicly responded to Broda Mike's claim.

Background

VDM has been in several online disputes in recent weeks, including with Davido's camp, Zlatan Ibile, former BBNaija winner Phyna and businessman Blord. He has also been promoting his Ratel brand of power products, which he says sold ₦90 million worth in one day. Content creators have increasingly been accused of staging arguments and family disputes to attract views, and the latest claim is likely to add to that debate.

What happens next

It is not yet clear whether VDM will respond, but fans expect the exchange to continue online.