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The South African Consul-General to Nigeria, Prof Bobby Moroe, has explained why Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr, was initially denied a visa to South Africa. Recall that South Africans recently asked Black Africans from other African nations to leave their country. Shortly after, South African singer Tyla's team announced that Nigeria is one of the countries where Tyla would perform amid her tour. Nigerians insisted that Tyla must not be granted entry into Nigeria as they recalled that Ayra Starr was denied visa into South Africa. Reacting now, South Africa's Consul-General to Nigeria, Prof Moroe, told Punch that Ayra Starr was denied a visa because she submitted an inappropriate yellow fever certificate. He added that the visa rejection was not a recent developm...

The excitement surrounding the Bradford African Festival of Arts (BAFA) 2026 is set to reach its peak as the festival prepares to host a vibrant Family Funfair, African Open Market, and Outdoor Festival on August 7 and 8, marking Days 5 and 6 of the week-long cultural celebration.The two-day outdoor experience promises an exciting mix of entertainment, shopping, food and family-friendly activities, giving residents and visitors an opportunity to experience the richness of African culture in a lively atmosphere.Attendees can look forward to browsing the African Open Market, where vendors will showcase a variety of African fashion, fabrics, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, beauty products and other unique items. Food lovers will also have the chance to enjoy authentic African cui...

Amid the ongoing public scuttle within the Okoye family, Henry Okoye, the elder brother of music superstar duo, P-Square, has accused their former manager and brother, Jude Okoye, of being the mastermind behind the family’s longstanding division.Speaking during an interview on Friday night, August 7, Henry alleged that Jude’s character and actions tore the family apart, claiming that their late mother had initially warned against allowing Jude to manage the group.He rejected the narrative that Jude built P-Square’s career, insisting that the family’s support for Peter and Paul began long before Jude became involved.“When they started this music, they were looking for sponsors. They didn’t get a sponsor. When I started sponsoring them, Jude was not there.“We would travel fr...

The family of late Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba has announced that she will be buried on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Saint James Anglican Church, Iperu Remo, Ogun State.In a statement posted on the actress' official Instagram page on Friday, the family disclosed that mourners are expected to wear white to the funeral service.The burial announcement follows the death of the 40-year-old actress, whose passing has left the Nigerian film industry and her fans in mourning.Ahead of the funeral, friends and colleagues have scheduled a candlelight procession and artistes' night in her honour. The memorial event, themed "An Evening of Love, Music & Memories," will take place on Tuesday, August 11, at LTV 8 Blueroof, Ikeja, Lagos, bringing together family, colleagues, friends a...

Popular Nigerian skit maker and actor, Samuel Perry, popularly known as Broda Shaggi, has publicly addressed fans for the first time following months of reported hospitalisation after a shooting incident during a film production.The comedian was reportedly injured in March while filming near the Sango Ota Bridge in Ogun State. Reports at the time indicated that he sustained a leg injury and was first taken to a hospital in Alakuko, Lagos, before being transferred to another medical facility in Ikeja for further treatment.After staying away from public engagements for several months, Broda Shaggi broke his silence with a heartfelt message on his WhatsApp channel, expressing gratitude to fans and supporters who continued to show him love and concern throughout his absence.He admi...

Nigerian musician Akinmayokun Awodumila, popularly known as Mr May D, has reacted as the Okoye brothers calling each other out online. Peter Okoye released an exposé in 8 parts, narrating his issues with his brothers, Paul Okoye and Jude Okoye. Apparently mocking him, Mr May D hinted at releasing his own exposé. He wrote: "Mr May D Part 1 Coming soon!!" He then added laughing face emoji. He also shared a gif that reads: "Mr.MayD one corner watching Nigerians call out his former boss, Jude Okoye online." May D responded with several laughing face emojis and wrote: "God is good."  This comes after May D spoke about his feud with the now-defunct Psquare group and Square Records. May D claimed the Okoye brothers cost him a deal with Akon when the Senegalese-American singer wanted to w...

Media personality Toke Makinwa has revealed the face of her daughter, Yakira while celebrating her first birthday today, August 7.Posting the beautiful photos online, Toke expressed her joy at celebrating Yakira first birthday.‘’The best part of my story, finally yours to meet.Yakira Eliana.My precious answered prayer.My greatest love. My greatest blessing.One whole year of you, and today, I finally share a little piece of my heaven with the world.God can be trusted,God is real…Just like Hagar my mouth can testify that I have met “El-roi”, the God who sees me.Happy birthday Yakira Eliana, my YaYa, Ya Pom Pom, Ya mama, my little bum bum'' she wrotehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtwG8lGAG1I&t=90s

The Bradford African Festival of Arts (BAFA) 2026 is set to deliver an unforgettable weekend of culture, entertainment and family fun as it hosts its much-anticipated Family Funfair, African Open Market and Outdoor Festival on August 7 and 8.The two-day celebration marks Days 5 and 6 of the festival and is expected to attract hundreds of residents, visitors and culture enthusiasts to experience the best of African music, food, fashion, business and entertainment in the heart of Bradford.As one of the biggest highlights of BAFA 2026, the Family Funfair promises exciting activities for children and adults alike, offering a lively atmosphere filled with games, cultural displays, live performances and interactive experiences designed to bring families together.The African Open Mark...

Nollywood actor Jide Awobona has expressed concerns over kissing scenes in movies.He made his concerns public after having to kiss an unnamed actress with bad breath while filming.Narrating the experience in an interview with Yanga FM, Awobona expressed fears about the health risks associated with kissing without proper medical checks on cast members.When asked if he kisses in movies, he responded in Pidgin English:“Yes, I have done it. But if you get that kind funny odor, I go japa oo. I no fit kiss you.”Interviewer: “You don act with someone with mouth odor?”The actor answered:“Yes, I don act with somebody wey get mouth odor. And I go one place go wash my mouth. And the person con see me.“I just dey pray make person no go contact something because I don tire,”...

Miss North Carolina USA has been stripped of her beauty pageant title just over a month after her victory as a string of alleged racist posts resurfaced.Brittany Boltinhouse, 27, was formally dethroned from the position on Wednesday, August 5, after pageant organizers conducted a “thorough review of recently surfaced information.”Bosses at A-Blaize Productions, which oversaw the Miss North Carolina USA contest, said the decision to strip Boltinhouse of her title was “difficult.”“This decision was not made lightly,” the organizers said in a statement. “It followed a thorough review of recently surfaced information and was based on the totality of the circumstances and our responsibility to preserve the integrity of the Miss North Carolina USA title and the values of our organiza...