Mother’s Day 2017: Don Jazzy, Adesua Etomi, Funke Akindele-Bello, others pen the sweetest messages to their mums

Ever imagined how Mother’s Day was celebrated before the gods blessed us with social media? We can hardly picture what it was like back then so we’ll just face front in gratitude for these platforms that allow us a glimpse into the lives of famous people and the lovely women who raised them. Mother’s Day... Read More

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February 26, 2017

Osinbajo – the new Nigerian hero, Angelina Jolie eats scorpions like it’s nothing | See our top 10 photos from the past week

There’s even more pictorial evidence that Acting President Osinbajo may be doing better than his absent boss, President Buhari. Wondering what Governor Fayose and Angelina Jolie have in common? See our top 10 photos from last week. Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo paid an unscheduled visit to the Muritala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos on Thursday. The VP... Read More

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February 25, 2017

#BBNaija: Omotola visits the house with a powerful message, ThinTallTony bounces back at the arena games + more highlights

Day 33 was one spectacular day as the housemates got to host star actress, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde in the house. Omotola got them in a deep conversation about the inequalities girls face when it comes to access to quality education. She revealed the statistics of girls who had no access to education across the world... Read More

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December 1, 2016

The Film Blog: Omotola is (almost) back

Gird your loins. Director Moses Inwang just released (on Instagram, curiously enough) teasers for his next movie which stars Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde. “Alter Ego” which lands next year, sees Omotola in her first role in 3 years. It also appears to be, literally, about an alter ego (or more than one.) “Multiple personalities” are a tricky... Read More

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September 28, 2016

FirstStars Reality TV Show premieres on EbonyLife TV today!

FirstBank in partnership with EbonyLife TV, through the First@arts initiative brings to your television screens from Wednesday, September 28th 2016–The FirstStars Reality TV Show! FirstStars showcases the business of the arts and opportunities in the creative industry with focus on film making in a competitive reality show that gives young actors, producers, directors, script writers... Read More

Entertainment Roundup: Adekunle Gold lands major award | Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde upset over Mark Zuckerberg ‘snub’ ? | More stories

Here are some stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning in today’s Entertainment Roundup. Adekunle Gold grabs Best New Act at 2016 NEA Adekunle Gold notched the Best New Act award at the 2016 Nigerian Entertainment award (NEA). The YBNL singer topped other acts such as... Read More

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August 1, 2016

The FirstStars reality TV show is hitting your screens in 2 days… are your ready?

On Wednesday, August 3rd at 8pm WAT or 9pm CAT, tune in to Ebony Life TV DSTV 165 to come along with us on this journey to producing Nigeria’s future Oscar Winners. FirstBank in partnership with EbonyLife TV, through its First@arts initiative brings to your television screens from Wednesday, August 3rd 2016 – The FirstStars Reality TV Show. FirstStars is a... Read More

How Nigerian celebrities reacted to the final of #TheVoiceNigeria

Nigerian celebrities have been a major part of #TheVoiceNigeria and during the course of the competition, they have consistently made their voices heard. Just like every other Nigerian, celebrities also had their preferred candidates to emerge victorious in the final. Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, even made herself the #FifthJudge, as she ran commentary on Twitter, every given Sunday, when... Read More

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June 14, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Meet Wizkid’s ‘best friend’ | Lil Wayne hospitalised again | More Stories

Here are the top stories from yesterday and some stories that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning. Wizkid and Davido are dropping something ‘very soon’ Wizkid officially puts Tania Omotayo in the friend zone Lil Wayne rushed to the hospital yet again Wizkid taking ‘expensive shi_t’ in new photo. Grammy-winning... Read More

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June 13, 2016

‘I sing better than most singers’ – Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde

Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde once dabbled into singing. In 2005, she launched her music career with the release of her debut album titled GBA, however, her music career never really gained much traction as expected. Her second attempt in 2012 which was set to feature American singer, Bobby Valentino never saw the light of day. Yesterday, Omotola... Read More

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May 28, 2016

Rainstorm ‘rips apart’ Omotola Jalade Ekeinde’s new event centre

There were reports this past week that Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde‘s new event centre had been demolished. However a report by NET, is claiming that the event centre – Double Doors situated along Mobolaji Bank Anthony way Lagos collapsed as a result of ‘heavy storm’. According to an inside source, the event centre which was officially... Read More

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May 9, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde shares rare photo | Kanye West gifts wife a sweet Mother’s day surprise | More Stories

Here is your Entertainment Roundup for today. Ill Bliss and fan get in a cross fire On Sunday, Ill Bliss and a fan got involved in a heated exchange of words on Twitter. It all started when the fan questioned the rapper’s ability to spit and advised him to quit. What followed was a gut-wrenching... Read More

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March 23, 2016

Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is ‘the luckiest girl in the world’

Nollywood screen-diva, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde‘s 20 year marriage to her pilot husband, Capt. Matthew Ekeinde is the envy of millions, and yes! many would agree with her- she’s the luckiest girl in the world. Today is their wedding anniversary and to mark the occasion, the mother of 4 sent a heartwarming message to her boo whose birthday is also... Read More

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November 6, 2015

7 Nigerian female celebrities that could play ‘Bond girl’

As you head to the cinemas to watch Spectre -the 24th installment of Hollywood action blockbuster franchise, James Bond (007)… imagine for a moment– that a cast call was made for a Nigerian female celebrity to fill the role of ‘Bond girl’. Are these the 7 Nigerian female celebrities you would expect to see at that... Read More

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August 5, 2015

Could Omotola be Africa’s first momager?

So here’s the deal, being a momager automatically paints you as a predator. Just look at Kris Jenner, the queen of the Kardashian clan, and all the wahala she gets in the media. While she has helped her daughters make fortunes from careers we really can’t point out, lots of questions have been raised about... Read More

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May 31, 2015

People’s mouths keep me in shape – Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde

by Chinwe Okafor The fact that she has not just an album, but two, is scary. Nollywood screen diva, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, is one actress who has continued to up her game. The entertainer spoke to Vanguard about her daughter’s venture into entertainment, and how she has stayed off scandals, among other issues. On her... Read More

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May 15, 2015

This GEJ trekker may be angry with Omotola Jalade

by Chinwe Okafor Well we did say the act was absurd but i guess the effect would be more because it is coming from someone everyone admires. A few days ago, actress Omotola Jalade tweeted that youths embarking on trekking for politicians are trekking their futures away. One of the trekkers, Oladele Nihi replied her... Read More

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April 26, 2015

Amidst xenophobic attacks, Omotola storms South Africa to champion women empowerment

by Chinwe Okafor Omotola Jalade Ekeinde visited South Africa yesterday to join the ONE Campaign and other celebrities across the globe in a new campaign to promote Women Empowerment. She’s participating in a music thriller, accompanying a campaign song that will be performed by top African female singers including Omawumi (Nigeria), Judith Sephuma (South Africa)... Read More

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March 13, 2015

Men cheat for different reasons – Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde opens up to TW magazine

by Chinwe Okafor Screen goddess and Nollywood star Omotola Jalade Ekeinde is the cover star of TW Magazine’s latest issue. She talked mostly about her personal take on some issues such as religion, infidelity, getting married as a teenager, as well as her 20 years in the movie industry, and more. Read below; Dreams in Nollywood: We were coming... Read More

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March 11, 2015

Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, Omawumi, Iyanya, Lanre Da Silva Ajayi others celebrate Adebola Williams at 29

by Chinwe Okafor Media Entrepreneur, Adebola Williams hosted close friends and family to an exclusive birthday dinner in his home as he turned a year older last weekend. Celebrities like Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, Omawumi, Iyanya, Noble Igwe and several others were present at the shindig. See photos from the event;

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February 16, 2015

How Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Joseph Yobo, others spent their Valentine’s Day (PHOTOS)

by Chinwe Okafor Valentine’s Day is that special day set aside to spend quality time with your loved one and these celebrities showed us how they spent theirs. They mostly celebrated it by going out on a romantic dinner with their loved ones. Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde and the Captain The Yobos Regina Askia’s daughter... Read More

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December 22, 2014

“I’m lucky to have Omotola as my wife” || Capt. Ekeinde steps in to set the record straight

by Ada Igboanugo Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde’s husband, Capt. Ekeinde, has been reportedly been pained and frustrated by all the unfounded rumours about his wife in the media. Speaking to Vanguard, he said “My brother, I am very proud of my wife’s accomplishments and I join other well wishers and millions of her fans to... Read More

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December 5, 2014

Omotola to embark on 20 city world tour to celebrate 20 years of acting

by Kolapo Olapoju In 2015, Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde will celebrate 20 years of acting. The mother of four made her debut in the movie industry in 1995 with the movie: ‘Venom of Justice’. The veteran actor has revealed her intention of embarking on a 20 city world tour to celebrate and meet with her fans in... Read More

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December 1, 2014

Asa, Yemi Alade, Iyanya to perform at The Future Awards Africa 2014

by Jewel Stephen Africa’s biggest youth event, The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) 2014 has announced the performers for its 2014 edition. Leading the pack is one of Nigeria’s most successful music exports of the last decade, Asa, who is based in Paris, and Yemi Alade, who is arguably the foremost breakout artiste of the year.... Read More

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November 16, 2014

Nollywood queens, Genevieve Nnaji, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde & Rita Dominic pose for epic selfie (LOOK)

by Anike Jacobs Just as the fourth Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) came to an end on Saturday night, three of Nollywood’s hottest queens – Genevieve Nnaji, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde and Rita Dominic – got together to take this epic selfie. Genevieve posted the photo on her Instagram page with the caption ‘Hello! *emoji* *emoji*‘. We’re... Read More

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October 6, 2014

Endowed Ghanaian actress, Joselyn Dumas is in love with Genevieve Nnaji

by Damilola Jagun Ghanaian actress and talk-show host, Joselyn Dumas says she ‘absolutely loves’ her Nigerian colleague, Genevieve Nnaji. In a recent interview, the endowed actress, who is the face of Range Rover E-vogue in her country, gushed about her delight to be on the same platform as Nnaji, who is the ambassador for the brand... Read More

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September 30, 2014

“@Realomosexy has depth” | “@GenevieveNnaji1 has artistic shortcomings” – @charlesnovia fans the flame of old rivalry

by Kolapo Olapoju Nollywood icons, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde and Genevieve Nnaji are unarguably the leading ladies of the Nigerian film industry, and many believe the pair are involved in a professional rivalry. Although, there has been no indications from either of the actresses to suggest they might have a rivalry, many believe the pair are not... Read More

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September 26, 2014

Award winning actress, @RealOmoSexy hosts @Chude on #OsexyFriday

by Isi Esene Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde today hosted Chude Jideonwo, the author of the critically acclaimed book, ‘Are We The Turning Point Generation?’ on this month’s edition of #OsexyFriday. #OsexyFriday is an interview format Twitter conversation which seeks to distill the opinions of young, emerging thought leaders. The conversation which lasted two hours had Jideonwo... Read More

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September 18, 2014

Omotola Jalade Ekeinde and Joke Silva to receive national award

by Kolapo Olapoju Veteran actress, Joke Silva and iconic Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde have been approved by President Gooluck Jonathan to receive the award of National Honours. The pair will receive the award of Member of the Federal Republic (MFR) during an investiture which holds on Monday, 29 September at the International Conference Centre,... Read More

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August 26, 2014

Nollywood’s Omoni Oboli talks about ‘beef’ with Genevieve Nnaji

by Isi Esene Actress, Omoni Oboli is saying there’s certainly no animosity between her and delectable Nollywood star, Genevieve Nnaji. The producer of ‘Being Mrs Elliot’ spoke to iCampus Magazine saying she can only hazard a guess as to how the rumoured ‘beef’ developed and assumed a life of its own. “I can’t place... Read More

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