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Nigerian gospel artist Steve Crown and his wife, Ruth Crown, have announced the gender of their first child, sharing the joyful moment with family, friends, and fans. The couple unveiled the news through a heartwarming gender-reveal video posted on social media. The intimate celebration, attended by close relatives and friends, featured the couple standing before a cake that revealed a pink filling, confirming they are expecting a baby girl. The video captured Ruth’s excitement upon learning the gender of their unborn child, while Steve appeared to have been hoping for a baby boy. Accompanying the post, the couple described their unborn daughter as “our perfect gift from God.” The announcement comes weeks after the pair revealed they were expecting their first child. Steve shared ...

The South African Justice minister has admitted that the country's ongoing immigration controversy is beginning to affect its image across Africa, with businesses and entertainers reportedly feeling the impact. Speaking on the issue, the official said several South African companies operating in other African countries have faced backlash, prompting government efforts to provide support and engage affected businesses. The official also revealed that South African artists are among those being affected, claiming that many are seeing performances and bookings cancelled across the continent. According to her, one artist personally reached out to complain that all her gigs outside South Africa had been cancelled, resulting in a significant loss of income. She said the situation is ...

Nigerian disc jockey and media personality DJ Cuppy, born Florence Otedola, has opened up about her views on relationships, revealing why she feels marrying a Nigerian may not be an option for her. Speaking during a recent podcast appearance, Cuppy recounted an experience with a former partner who appeared more interested in meeting her father than building a relationship with her. According to the entertainer, the situation left her questioning the intentions of some men she has dated. She explained that her father, billionaire businessman Femi Otedola, is not concerned about who she eventually marries, but simply hopes to see her settle down. Cuppy also expressed happiness for her sister, Temi Otedola, and her partner, Mr Eazi. The DJ has previously spoken candidly about her ...

Nigerian media personality and crossdresser Denrele Edun has sent social media into a frenzy after sharing a dramatic video of himself walking down the aisle, seemingly announcing that he has gotten married. The flamboyant entertainer posted the blurry clip on his Instagram page, accompanied by a caption that appeared to take a subtle dig at his critics. “And I finally said… Yes. The wedding they said would never happen,” he wrote, suggesting that doubters had long dismissed the possibility of him ever tying the knot. The post quickly drew a wave of reactions from fans and fellow celebrities alike. Reality TV star Tega Dominic of BBNaija fame questioned whether fans were prepared for the moment, while others flooded the comments with equally dramatic responses. “Sound the alarms,” on...

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has pledged to cover the medical expenses of veteran Nollywood actor Sonny McDon as he continues treatment for prostate cancer. The announcement was made by J Martins, the governor’s Special Assistant on Entertainment and Tourism, who disclosed that the actor has been battling the illness for several years. According to him, Governor Otti has approved full support for McDon’s treatment, easing the financial burden associated with his ongoing medical care. In a statement shared on social media, J Martins expressed appreciation for the governor’s intervention, describing it as a compassionate gesture toward one of Abia State’s respected entertainment figures. The development comes amid growing concerns over the welfare of aging actors in Nigeria’s ...

Controversial Nigerian social media influencer, Mandy Kiss, has called out her former godmother, actress Funmi Awelewa, for allegedly ruining her life. Mandy Kiss made the allegation while responding to a Tiktok report about her falling out with several celebrities including Funmi Awelewa, Papaya and Toyin Abraham. In response, Mandy Kiss in an Instagram video, clarified that she only had issues with Papaya, stating that Awelewa and Toyin Abraham wronged her. While tagging Awelewa as her greatest mistake, she claimed that her godmother “ruined my life”. “It was only Papaya that I had issues with. Even though I didn’t mean to hurt her but she blocked me everywhere after I innocently reposted a post about her from a blog. I honestly don’t know that she’s the one that the blog is ...

The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran actor, dramatist, filmmaker, and scholar, Kola Oyewo, who passed away at the age of 80. News of his death was announced on Friday by fellow actor Kunle Afod through a heartfelt post on Instagram. “Kola Oyewo has taken his final bow,” Afod wrote. He paid tribute to the late actor's enduring impact on the Nigerian theatre and film industry, noting that his extraordinary talent, memorable performances, and invaluable contributions would continue to inspire future generations. Born on March 27, 1946, in Oba-Ile, Osun State, Oyewo began his acting journey in 1964 with the renowned Oyin Adejobi Theatre Group, laying the foundation for a remarkable career that spanned more than six decades...

Nollywood actress Adunni Ade has sparked reactions on social media after revealing that she concealed her pregnancy from her baby’s father. The actress shared a throwback video from her pregnancy days on TikTok, prompting a flood of comments from fans and followers. Responding to the post, one admirer praised her ability to keep personal matters private, writing, “You sabi keep secret ma.” The comment section quickly became a hub of mixed reactions, with some social media users finding humour in the revelation while others questioned the decision. One user, identified as @cherii_coco, remarked that the actress was simply giving people something to talk about and teasing her followers. Another, @quinslilly, questioned whether such a revelation was something to be proud of. Ot...

Alex Ekubo Service Of Songs Top Nigerian celebrities from the movie, music and generally the entertainment industry on Wednesday attended the service of songs of late actor Alex Ekubo. Video Player 00:00 02:34 See photos below: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DZadFZaI3Gt/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== https://twitter.com/OfficialSnowtv/status/2064761725426012586?s=20 For eye witness news report, Contact us SNOW TV NEWS via snowmediatv@gmail.com or WhatsApp on +2348143077239 FOR MORE INFO, TRENDING AND BREAKING NEWS UPDATE, FOLLOW OUR SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNEL @OFFICIALSNOWTV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yp7HmiB9LEQ&t=508s

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has filed fresh charges against social media personality and self-acclaimed relationship therapist Blessing Nkiruka Okoro over an alleged ₦13 million fraud case in Lagos. Blessing CEO was arraigned on Wednesday before Justice Yelim Bogoro of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the anti-graft agency. According to the EFCC, the six-count charge centres on allegations of false representation and the retention of funds allegedly obtained through deceptive means. The commission claims that the case involves a total of ₦13 million. The charges reportedly stem from petitions submitted by several individuals and organisations, including the Nigeria Cancer Society. Investigators alleged that Blessing CEO used s...