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Babcock University has dismissed claims by comedian and content creator Carter Efe that he graduated from the institution with a First Class degree in Biochemistry, describing a certificate circulating in his name as fake. The university stated that the document did not originate from the institution and does not reflect its official academic records. The controversy began after Carter Efe, whose real name is Oderhohwo Joseph Efe, claimed during an interview that he studied at the private university and graduated with outstanding academic results. He later posted what he described as his 2023 graduation certificate on social media. In response, Babcock University issued a statement distancing itself from the document, insisting that it was forged and contained several inconsistenc...

Former Miss South Africa finalist and Miss Universe Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, is facing deportation from South Africa after the country’s Department of Home Affairs alleged that she is living in the country without legal status. The 25-year-old beauty pageant queen made headlines when she became a Miss SA finalist in 2024 and later withdrew her participation after controversy over her citizenship. On June 9, she appeared in the Cape Town Regional Court after her arrest in Summer Greens. Adetshina, who was released on a warning, is due back in court next month as the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) pursues her deportation.  Court papers filed by immigration officer Adrian Jackson set out the department’s case for detaining Adetshina for the purpose of deportation. Jackson ...

Grammy-winning Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as singer, Tems has explained why she can’t date or approach Nigerian male celebrities for a romantic relationship. Responding to a question from an interviewer who asked at the BET Awards ceremony over the weekend if she would approach trending handsome Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye if given the chance, Tems said the fact that they are both Nigerians means that she wouldn’t see him in that light.  The ‘Love Me Jeje’ crooner explained that she is not interested in a romantic relationship with fellow Nigerian celebrities, adding that she sees them as “brothers.” She said, “I know who Maduka Okoye is but I don’t know him personally. I wish I did though. But shooting shots at him, we don’t do that over here. ...

Nigerian rapper Tochukwu Gbubemi Ojogwu, popularly known as Odumodublvck, has publicly accused fellow rapper Blaqbonez of sexual abuse, alleging that key figures in the entertainment industry are deliberately ignoring the issue. The allegation comes months after a woman identified as Jane Doe reportedly petitioned against Blaqbonez, accusing him of harassment, bullying, invasion of privacy, and the unauthorized sharing of her private videos. Odumodublvck and Blaqbonez have been involved in a long-running public feud, although it remains unclear what prompted the rapper to revive the allegations at this time. In a post shared on his X account, Odumodublvck claimed that the music industry had chosen to protect Blaqbonez instead of addressing the accusations against him. He furthe...

Image via Getty/Mark Blinch/NBAE Drake is celebrating a World Cup win on and off the pitch after Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 on Sunday, cashing a seven-figure sports bet he shared with fans before kickoff. The Toronto rapper revealed on Instagram that he risked $770,000 through Stake on Canada to advance, with the wager carrying a potential payout of $1,001,000. After Canada's victory, the bet officially hit, giving Drake a profit of roughly $231,000. Ahead of the match, Drake playfully called out South African DJ Black Coffee while explaining why he increased the stakes. "@realblackcoffee was chirping in the DM I had to raise the STAKES," he wrote alongside a screenshot of the wager. Canada's victory keeps the nation's dream World Cup run alive. As one of the hosts...

American actress and singer Teyana Taylor and hip-hop duo Clipse emerged as the biggest winners at the 2026 BET Awards, taking home three awards each during the ceremony held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday. The event, hosted by comedian Druski and broadcast live on BET, also saw Kendrick Lamar and Kehlani secure two awards apiece, according to a post on Billboard. Taylor capped off a remarkable year by winning Best Actress, Video Director of the Year and the newly introduced Fashion Vanguard Award. She was also honoured with the prestigious Icon of the Year award, one of three honorary recognitions presented during the ceremony. Clipse dominated the music categories, winning Album of the Year for Let God Sort ‘Em Out, Best Group and Best Collaboration for “Ch...

A new video of veteran Nollywood actor Hanks Anuku has raised fresh concerns among Nigerians regarding his mental health and general well-being. The movie star was captured in a vulnerable state over the weekend, sparking widespread conversations across social media platforms. An eyewitness filmed Anuku on Saturday, June 27, sitting and lying on the bare ground along a street in the Wuse 2 district of Abuja. In the footage, the actor appeared visibly disoriented and unkempt while holding a disposable cup and muttering words to himself.  Some observers alleged that the actor appeared heavily intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol, which they believe triggered his erratic behavior.

Singer Portable has blasted his colleague, YCee, who recently stated there is an 'Olodo uprising' in Nigeria while using Peller as an example. Ycee had lamented what he described as an “Olodo uprising” in Nigeria, claiming that society no longer celebrates academic excellence. The rapper further stated that Nigeria was increasingly accommodating ignorance. “This Olodo uprising we are having now is terrible. I promise you. It’s like we are trying so much to accommodate unintelligent people and ignorant people because we don’t want them to feel bad. So, now they are like the majority. There’s a massive attack on the educational system in Nigeria. People don't even want to go to school anymore. Its not just a Yahoo culture. Now we have Peller culture. People see that you just have t...

Nigerian comedians and content creators Broda Mike and Mario Wazobia have called for the arrest of a social media personality known as Veryblackman, an associate of controversial activist VeryDarkMan, over comments perceived as a threat against fellow comedian DeeOne. The controversy erupted after a video surfaced online in which Veryblackman allegedly stated that he would physically confront DeeOne whenever they meet, making remarks that many viewers interpreted as a serious threat. The comments quickly gained attention on social media, prompting reactions from several Nigerians, including entertainers who expressed concern over the nature of the statements. Reacting to the development, Mario Wazobia urged DeeOne not to ignore the remarks, arguing that public threats should be ta...

Why I am still single – Skitmaker Mummy Wa Nigerian content creator and skitmaker Kemi Ikuseedun, popularly known as Mummy Wa, has revealed why she is still single at 30. The skitmaker said she is still single because she has not fallen in love with a “real man” yet. Speaking in a video broadcast, she disclosed that she has a habit of falling in love with fictional characters from movies, which is affecting her real-life romance. “The reason why I am still single is because I went to go and fall in love with a fictional character. And it is not only me, a lot of women fall for fictional characters. But where are we going to see him? “I am almost 30, and I am still waiting for Lee Min Ho. What if I meet Le Min Ho in real life and he is not the same as the pers...