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.

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.

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.

Nollywood actor Uche Odoputa has announced that his family will hold a funeral for his late father without a body to bury, more than four years after his death.

What he said

In an emotional video posted on Instagram on Tuesday, 3 November 2026, the actor said the family would gather in a few weeks to honour his father, Mr Kenneth Chukwumezie Odoputa, whom those close to him called 'Honestman'. He said they have no body to lay to rest, but have his life to remember and his dignity to honour.

What happened to his father

According to reports, the actor's father, who was born on 10 August 1950, was kidnapped by gunmen in Imo State in May 2022 and was killed despite a ransom being paid. He died on 6 May 2022. His remains were never recovered.

A message on grief

Odoputa also used the video to encourage people who are carrying hidden grief to seek help from someone they trust, saying no one should carry such pain alone.

Background

Kidnapping for ransom has affected many families across Nigeria, including in the South East, where armed groups have attacked travellers and residents in recent years. Odoputa is known for his roles in Nollywood films. Ebonyi State's governor this week sent a bill to make kidnapping punishable by death.

How people reacted

Colleagues and fans sent condolences and prayers, praising the actor for speaking openly about his loss.