Nollywood actor Kunle Afod has called for better emergency services on Nigeria's highways after witnessing a serious accident on the Ibadan–Sagamu Expressway.

What he said

In a video shared on social media on Saturday, 7 November 2026, the actor said he and others saw a terrible crash on the busy road, and that for about 20 minutes no ambulance or emergency responders came to help the victims. He described the situation as very sad and urged the relevant authorities to take urgent action so that accident victims receive timely medical help. He did not give details of how many people were involved or their condition.

Background

The Lagos–Ibadan and Ibadan–Sagamu corridors are among the busiest roads in the country, and crashes are common. The Federal Road Safety Corps and state emergency agencies run ambulance services on some highways, but road users often complain that help arrives late, especially outside major cities. Afod has also been in the news this week after speaking publicly for the first time about his separation from his wife, Desola.

Group disputes his account

On Saturday, a group called Ogun Crime Watch asked the police to question the actor over the video, which it described as misleading. The group said the crash, involving an 18-seater bus that reportedly burst a tyre and hit a concrete barrier near Saapade, happened on Friday, and that Ogun State emergency responders arrived at 12.28pm, one minute before Afod reportedly posted his video. It said 13 passengers were injured and taken to hospital, and accused the video of trying to make the state government look bad. Afod had not responded to the group's claims at the time of writing.

How people reacted

Many social media users agreed with the actor, saying faster emergency response could save lives, while others criticised the government for spending heavily on election campaigns while basic emergency services remain poor.

Nollywood icon Genevieve Nnaji has set social media buzzing after a rare public appearance at Lagos Fashion Week.

What happened

Photos shared on Friday, 6 November 2026, showed the actress, who has kept a low profile in recent years, wearing a dress from the Nigerian label Orire's new spring/summer 2027 collection, taken straight from the runway. The pictures were shared by celebrity stylist and designer Veronica Odeka.

Stars react

Several Nollywood stars flooded the comments with praise. Actress Erica Nlewedim joked that the photos explained why everywhere suddenly felt so hot, while actor Steve Chuks also left a widely shared reaction. Fans also added their own tributes in the comments.

Background

Genevieve Nnaji rose to fame in the late 1990s and became one of Nollywood's biggest stars. In 2018 she directed 'Lionheart', which became the first Netflix original film from Nigeria. She has largely stepped away from the spotlight since then, which is why her occasional appearances attract so much attention. Lagos Fashion Week is one of Africa's biggest fashion events, and this year's edition has also featured Lagos governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu walking the runway.

Veteran Nollywood actor Diewait Ikpechukwu has died at the age of 71.

What happened

According to family sources, the actor died on Thursday, 5 November 2026, after a prolonged illness. News of his death was reported on Friday. Further details about the circumstances of his death had not been made public at the time of writing, and the family had not announced funeral arrangements.

His career

Before becoming an actor, Ikpechukwu was a professional footballer. He went on to have a long career in Nollywood and became a familiar face in classic Nigerian films. His film credits include 'August Meeting', 'Royal Palace', 'The Guilty', 'Across the River', 'Python King' and 'Ìjé Love', among many others.

Family asks for privacy

On Saturday, 7 November, his daughter, lifestyle influencer Chiamaka Yusuf, asked the public, the media and the Actors Guild of Nigeria to allow the family to grieve privately, saying the family wanted to make any formal announcement about his death themselves. She asked for a burial poster circulating online to be taken down.

Background

His death adds to a run of losses for Nollywood. The family of the late actor Francis Duru also recently announced burial arrangements for him.

US forces struck an Iranian air defence site on Friday, 6 November 2026, the second round of American strikes on Iran in a week.

What happened

President Donald Trump told reporters the operation was minor, saying Iran had built an anti-aircraft device and US forces destroyed it in a matter of minutes. He insisted the United States was not at war with Iran, pointing to the absence of recent US casualties. Iranian state media reported two explosions in the Suza area of Qeshm Island, close to the Strait of Hormuz, a major route for the world's oil shipments. Earlier in the week, on Monday, US forces carried out strikes that Washington described as defensive, with explosions reported on the islands of Qeshm and Hengam and near the naval hub of Bandar Abbas.

Reward offer

Hours before Friday's strike, the US State Department offered up to $20 million and possible relocation for information about Iran's nuclear programme, including its scientists, technology and the organisations involved.

Talks

Trump said Washington remained in contact with Tehran. Regional officials said Iran was considering new proposals brokered by Qatar to ease tensions, but that it would not negotiate over its nuclear programme until the US met several conditions, including lifting sanctions and ending a blockade of Iranian ports.

Why it matters

Trump acknowledged that the conflict had contributed to his party's losses in this week's midterm elections, partly because it pushed up petrol prices. Tensions in the Gulf can also affect global oil prices, which matter for Nigeria's revenue and fuel costs.