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US rapper, Nicki Minaj has sued Nigerian influencer, Dr Penking, over alleged cyberbullying and copyright infringement. The Nigerian social media influencer shared an old sizzling video of Minaj on X on Saturday, with the caption, “Nicki Minaj should understand that she has gotten old and retire.” Reacting, Minaj querried if he had permission to use her video before using it to “harras” her. She then informed him that he had been added to her lawsuit. “Do you have permission to use this video that I filmed years ago to harras me on this or any platform? You’ve just been added to the suit,” she wrote.

Veteran Nigerian actor, Abiodun Ayoyinka, popularly known as Papa Ajasco, has opened up about the struggles he has faced despite the fame that came with portraying the iconic character. Ayoyinka is widely recognised for his role in the popular Nigerian comedy series Papa Ajasco & Company, produced by Wale Adenuga through Wale Adenuga Productions. In a recent interview with media personality Lucky Udu, the actor revealed that ownership of the Papa Ajasco character has limited his ability to pursue personal projects and commercial opportunities outside the well-known comedy franchise. According to him, he does not have exclusive rights to use the character’s name or costume, as they are legally owned by the production company. As a result, he cannot freely appear in advertisemen...

Veteran Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, has addressed speculation surrounding her relationship with fellow movie star, Genevieve Nnaji. It had long been rumoured that the two actresses were no longer on good terms, particularly because they are rarely seen together these days compared to the early years of their careers in Nollywood. However, during a recent interview with Pulse Nigeria, Omotola dismissed the claims and assured fans that there is no rift between them, stating that their friendship remains intact. When asked directly if she and Genevieve were still friends, the actress responded emphatically, saying, “Oh, Jesus Christ. We are good.” Omotola also spoke about her admiration for fellow Nollywood actor Chidi Mokeme, describing him as her favourite actor i...

Nollywood actor Femi Adewole, popularly known as Femi Apefe, has reacted to allegations linking him to the pregnancy of late actress Aunty Ajara. Reports indicate that the actress died after suffering complications related to pregnancy alongside pre-existing liver problems. Following news that Aunty Ajara had been pregnant, old video clips featuring her and Apefe resurfaced on social media, prompting speculation and accusations that the actor may have been responsible. Addressing the claims in a video shared on his Instagram page, Apefe clarified that his relationship with the late actress was purely professional and friendly. He explained that he first met Aunty Ajara about two years ago and was immediately impressed by her acting skills, which led him to invite her to partici...

Kayla Nicole Jones is facing a lawsuit from her hairstylist, who alleges the influencer assaulted her during a work trip in Los Angeles. The lawsuit was filed by Hanissatou Adam, professionally known as Nissa The Super Stylist, who claims the incident occurred in 2024 while the two were travelling together for a music video project. According to court documents, Adam says tensions began after she asked Jones several questions that allegedly irritated the YouTuber. Adam claims Jones warned her to stop asking questions and threatened her, saying she would slap her if she continued. The hairstylist says the situation escalated the following day after a long day of work on the music video. She alleges she overheard Jones complaining about the way she was being treated. Adam says s...

Lawyers representing music executive, Sean Combs popularly know as Diddy, have filed an appeal challenging the prison sentence imposed on the music mogul, arguing that the punishment is excessive and improperly based on allegations for which he was acquitted. In the appeal, Combs’ legal team argued that although a jury found him not guilty of serious federal charges including sex trafficking and racketeering under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, he still received a sentence significantly higher than what is typically imposed for the charges on which he was convicted. The rapper was ultimately convicted on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution under the Mann Act following a trial that lasted roughly two months. In July, U.S. District Ju...

A wrestling match in Kentucky took a frightening turn Thursday night when a referee suffered a medical emergency after taking a heavy blow inside the ring during a live bout. The incident occurred during a “four corners of chaos” match when wrestler Brendan Balling climbed to the top rope preparing to attack opponent Tony Evans. Evans reportedly grabbed the referee and pushed him into Balling’s path, causing the official to fall hard onto the mat. The referee, identified as Dallas Edwards, struck his head during the collision. Balling initially checked on Edwards, but the match briefly continued even as the referee remained on the canvas. Witnesses said the situation quickly became alarming when Edwards began convulsing in the ring. At one point, Evans dragged him toward a cor...

Popular social media personality, King Mitchy, has publicly apologised to Nigerians following backlash over a recent live video in which she admitted to taking a substance while on air. In a video shared on her Instagram page, Mitchy said she had reflected on her actions and acknowledged that what she did was wrong, especially because many young girls look up to her. “I’m ready to be held accountable for my actions. For some days I’ve thought about my behaviour and I know that I was wrong,” she wrote. She admitted that taking the substance during the live video was inappropriate and expressed regret over disappointing her followers. “I want to be held accountable for the substance I took on live video. That was very wrong of me because there are young girls that are looking up ...

Popular Nigerian comedian and social media personality, Samuel Perry, widely known as Broda Shaggi, has reportedly been hospitalized after sustaining a gunshot injury while filming a comedy skit in the Sango-Ota area of Ogun State. The incident reportedly occurred on Sunday afternoon as the entertainer was creating content with members of his production team beneath the Sango-Ota bridge. Sources familiar with the situation told Vanguard that the comedian suffered the gunshot wound during the filming session. A police source, who spoke anonymously because he was not authorized to discuss the matter publicly, confirmed that the entertainer was quickly taken to a hospital following the incident. “He was filming a skit under the Sango-Ota bridge when the gunshot injury occurred. We...

Popular comedian, skit maker and social media influencer, Samuel Perry, popularly known as Broda Shaggy, has been hospitalised after he was allegedly shot in the Sango-Ota area of Ogun State, PUNCH Metro has learnt. It was gathered that the incident occurred under the Sango-Ota bridge on Sunday afternoon. Although the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, a police source who spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorised to comment on the matter said the content creator sustained the gunshot injury while filming a comedy skit at the location. According to the source, Broda Shaggy was immediately rushed to the Blooming Care Hospital in the Alakuko area of Lagos State, where he received initial treatment. “He was shooting a skit u...