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Toyin Abraham asks fans to call her Toyin Aimakhu again for new movie era

4 Nov 2026, 17:42 GMT

A film clapperboard on set — Stock image: Mattbr / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0

Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has surprised fans by asking them to call her by her old name.

What she said

In a post on X on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, the actress wrote that people should call her Toyin Aimakhu for this era. The announcement came as she promotes her upcoming film 'Bestie', which is due to open in cinemas in December.

Background

The actress was widely known as Toyin Aimakhu early in her career before she became known as Toyin Abraham. Her return to the old name appears to be part of the promotion for the new film. She is one of Nollywood's most successful actresses and producers, with several box office hits to her name. She has recently been in the news over a reported rift with fellow actress Funke Akindele, after an old TikTok collaboration resurfaced.

How fans reacted

Fans were amused and excited, with many saying they were ready for the 'Toyin Aimakhu era' and wishing her success with the film. Others asked her to bring the movie to their cities.

She wants to be called Toyin Aimakhu for this era.
Her new film 'Bestie' is due in December.
Fans welcomed the throwback.

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VeryDarkMan dares Davido's camp to show proof of help, warns Zlatan

4 Nov 2026, 14:42 GMT

VeryDarkMan has challenged Davido's associates to show receipts after a social media user claimed the singer once put him up in a Lagos hotel. He also warned Zlatan after Davido was filmed singing along to lyrics believed to target him at Zlatan's wedding party.

The feud between social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) and singer Davido has flared up again.

The receipts challenge

On Wednesday, 4 November 2026, VDM shared on his Instagram stories a screenshot of a post by an X user who claimed Davido had once flown him to Lagos, put him up in a five-star hotel and helped him rise to fame. VDM reportedly dismissed the claim and dared Davido or his team to produce proof of any financial support.

Warning to Zlatan

VDM also reacted angrily to a video from Zlatan Ibile's wedding welcome party in Morocco, in which Davido was seen singing along to lyrics from Zlatan's song 'Inferno', which fans believe is aimed at VDM. In a video, VDM criticised Davido and warned Zlatan that he would learn the hard way, saying he would not take the matter lightly. He also stood by recent controversial comments about his private life that had drawn reactions online.

Background

VDM and Davido were once close, but their relationship broke down earlier this year. Davido recently unfollowed VDM on Instagram and publicly congratulated Zlatan on the success of 'Inferno', which topped the Apple Music Nigeria chart. Comedian GehGeh this week urged Carter Efe not to fight other people's battles amid the wider VDM controversy.

How people reacted

Fans were divided, with some backing VDM and others saying he should move on from the feud.

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Mr Macaroni earns master's degree with distinction from UK drama school

4 Nov 2026, 11:42 GMT

Comedian and actor Mr Macaroni has reportedly graduated with a Master of Arts with Distinction in Performance (Acting) from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London. He shared a video from his convocation with family.

Comedian and actor Debo Adedayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, has added a new academic achievement to his name.

What happened

In a video shared on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, the entertainer celebrated graduating with a Master of Arts with Distinction in Performance (Acting) from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, a leading drama school in London. The clip showed him at the convocation ceremony surrounded by family members and well-wishers.

His academic journey

Mr Macaroni previously studied Theatre Arts and Film Studies at Redeemer's University, where he also did postgraduate work in performance, and studied at other institutions in Nigeria.

Background

Mr Macaroni became one of Nigeria's most popular skit makers with his character, a wealthy and eccentric older man, and has also acted in films and television. He is known for speaking out on social issues and took part in the 2020 EndSARS protests against police brutality. He has also been a vocal commentator on governance and the economy.

How fans reacted

Fans and colleagues flooded his page with congratulations, praising him for combining comedy with serious study, and saying his achievement was an inspiration to young creatives.

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Mary Njoku questions NAFDAC chief over unsafe food products

4 Nov 2026, 11:42 GMT

Actress and filmmaker Mary Njoku has asked NAFDAC Director-General Mojisola Adeyeye whether Nigerians are now safe from fake and unsafe products, criticising what she called a cycle of outrage with no results.

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Mary Njoku has publicly questioned the head of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, over continuing concerns about fake and unsafe products in Nigeria.

What she said

In a social media post on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, Njoku recalled the NAFDAC chief's laughter during a recent food safety controversy, which she said she would never forget, and asked whether Nigerians are actually safe now. She criticised what she described as a familiar Nigerian cycle in which people raise an alarm, nothing is resolved, and attention moves to the next controversy. She also asked whether ordinary people now need special expertise to know whether their food is safe.

Background

Food safety has been a major public concern in Nigeria this year, with reports of fake and expired products, altered expiry dates and contaminated foods. This week, police in Kano arrested traders accused of changing expiry dates on milk, and a processor in Ondo was arrested over unhygienic food handling. NAFDAC has carried out raids and destroyed large quantities of unsafe products, but critics say enforcement remains weak.

Who is Mary Njoku

Mary Njoku is an actress, producer and the founder of the ROK Studios film company, which she sold to the French broadcaster Canal+ in 2019. She remains one of Nollywood's most influential figures.

How people reacted

Many Nigerians agreed with her, sharing their own fears about unsafe products, while others urged consumers to report suspicious goods to the agency. NAFDAC had not responded publicly at the time of reporting.

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Lege Miami weeps at Tinubu rally as Eniola Badmus appears to snub him

4 Nov 2026, 09:42 GMT

Comic actor Lege Miami reportedly broke down in tears while thanking MC Oluomo and others at a rally he organised for President Tinubu's re-election. A separate clip from the same day appeared to show actress Eniola Badmus ignoring him.

Nollywood actor Adams Kehinde, popularly known as Lege Miami, became emotional at a campaign event for President Bola Tinubu's re-election on Tuesday, 3 November 2026.

What happened

According to reports, the actor organised a rally attended by transport union leader Musiliu Akinsanya, known as MC Oluomo, and other personalities. In a video shared online, he broke down in tears while thanking those who had supported the event financially and taken time out of their busy schedules to attend.

The Eniola Badmus moment

In another clip that went viral the same day, actress Eniola Badmus, who also backs the President, appeared to ignore Lege Miami at a pro-Tinubu gathering. She reportedly took a seat across the room after walking in, and kept her distance even after he made a light-hearted attempt to ease the tension. The pair have had a public disagreement since 2024, linked to a dispute over matchmaking comments made online.

Background

Several Nollywood stars and entertainers have openly declared support for candidates ahead of the January 2027 elections. Eniola Badmus has been a visible supporter of the President. Supporters of other candidates, including Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar, have also held events with entertainers in recent weeks.

How people reacted

Fans were divided over the tears, with some saying they were genuine and others mocking the display. Many joked about the frosty moment with Eniola Badmus, asking why the two always seem to be at odds.