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Toyin Abraham steps in to stop her police escorts roughing up area boys

15 Nov 2026, 14:42 GMT

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

Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has drawn attention after a video showed her stepping in to stop her police escorts from roughing up a group of young men on a Lagos street.

What happened

In the footage, which spread on X after the incident on Saturday, 14 November 2026, the actress walks into a crowded scene involving the young men and onlookers and calmly but firmly tells her escorts to back off. The situation quickly calmed down after her intervention.

The context

The encounter reportedly happened during a film production. Groups of area boys, often called agberos, are known to approach film crews shooting in public places in Lagos and demand payment before allowing work to continue, which can lead to tense confrontations.

How people reacted

Many social media users praised the actress for preventing the situation from escalating, while others debated the use of police escorts by celebrities. The police recently opened an investigation after a video showed officers escorting businessman Blord.

Toyin Abraham told her escorts to back off.
The situation calmed down quickly.
Agberos often demand money from film crews.

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Yul Edochie and Judy Austin announce fourth child as May Edochie releases gospel song

15 Nov 2026, 20:43 GMT

Actor Yul Edochie and his second wife Judy Austin have revealed they are expecting their fourth child together, on the same day his first wife May Edochie released a gospel single, 'Sorom', about overcoming her enemies.

Nollywood actor Yul Edochie and his second wife, Judy Austin, have announced that they are expecting their fourth child together.

The announcement

The couple revealed the pregnancy in a new skit shared on Sunday, 15 November 2026, confirming rumours that had been circulating online. They already have three children together, and Judy has children from previous relationships. The news drew a flood of comments online, ranging from humour to disapproval.

May's new song

On the same day, Yul's first wife, May Edochie, released a gospel single titled 'Sorom', recorded with an artist called Nwando, on major streaming platforms. Announcing it on Instagram, she said there was a good reason for releasing it that day and described God as always being with her and never letting her enemies triumph over her. The lyrics draw on biblical imagery about escaping a snare and finding joy.

Background

Yul's public relationship with Judy Austin and his separation from May, with whom he has children, have been among the most talked-about celebrity stories in Nigeria in recent years. The couple's daughter was recently in the news for buying her first car.

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Temi Otedola and Mr Eazi welcome their first child

15 Nov 2026, 14:42 GMT

Temi Otedola and singer Mr Eazi have welcomed their first child, with Temi sharing a photo of tiny knitted baby socks on Instagram. The couple married in Iceland in August 2025.

Actress and fashion entrepreneur Temi Otedola and her husband, singer Mr Eazi, have welcomed their first child.

The announcement

Temi shared the news on Instagram on Sunday, 15 November 2026, posting a photo of a pair of cream knitted baby socks with a small bow and a caption counting their blessings. The couple did not immediately reveal the baby's name or sex.

Their story

The couple announced in May that they were expecting their first child. Temi, the daughter of billionaire businessman Femi Otedola, and Mr Eazi, whose real name is Oluwatosin Ajibade, got engaged in April 2022 after dating for about four years. They married in August 2025 at Hallgrímskirkja church in Reykjavík, Iceland. Temi also recently shared a message marking their marriage milestone, which drew a sweet reaction from her husband.

Background

Mr Eazi is a singer and music entrepreneur, while Temi has acted in films including 'Citation'.

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A couple in traditional wedding attire, the groom in an embroidered black robe and the bride in a red gown — Photo: Trend Naija

Late banker Herbert Wigwe's daughter Tochi weds in star-studded Lagos ceremony

15 Nov 2026, 09:42 GMT

Tochi Wigwe, eldest daughter of the late Access Holdings chief Herbert Wigwe, has married investment professional Wilson Aikhomu in a traditional ceremony in Lagos attended by Osinbajo, Sanwo-Olu, Dangote and the Emir of Kano, with performances by Davido and Flavour.

Otutochi 'Tochi' Wigwe, the eldest daughter of the late banker Herbert Wigwe, has married her partner, Wilson Omogbale Aikhomu, in a traditional ceremony in Lagos.

The ceremony

The wedding on Saturday, 14 November 2026, drew prominent guests including former Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo, Lagos governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, businessman Aliko Dangote, the Emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi II, banker Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede and Seyi Tinubu. Davido and Flavour performed for guests.

The couple

The groom is a Lagos-based investment professional and managing partner of an investment firm. He is the son of the late Rear Admiral Joseph Aikhomu and a nephew of former Chief of General Staff Admiral Augustus Aikhomu, and was a close friend of Tochi's late brother, Chizi. Tochi, 28, leads her late father's non-profit organisation.

Background

Herbert Wigwe, chief executive of Access Holdings, died in a helicopter crash in California in February 2024 alongside his wife, Chizoba, and son, Chizi.

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Hilda Dokubo challenges Umahi to show what he has delivered, sparks debate

14 Nov 2026, 14:43 GMT

Actress Hilda Dokubo has challenged Works Minister Dave Umahi to point to what he has delivered for ordinary Nigerians instead of asking for votes for President Tinubu, but many social media users defended the minister's road projects.

Nollywood actress Hilda Dokubo has criticised Minister of Works Dave Umahi over his campaigning for President Bola Tinubu.

What she said

In a video posted on Instagram on Saturday, 14 November 2026, the actress is seen watching Umahi speak at an All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign event in Ebonyi State. She then addresses the minister directly, arguing that campaigns should focus on what officials have actually delivered for people rather than repeated appeals for votes.

How people reacted

The video spread widely on X. Many users pushed back, pointing to what they described as a substantial record of road projects under Umahi's ministry.

Background

Dokubo, a veteran actress, has often spoken out on political issues. Umahi, a former Ebonyi governor, is one of the most visible members of the Tinubu government and is campaigning for the President's re-election. He had not responded to the video at the time of writing.