Rahama Sadau stuns at friend&#8217;s store launch in Abuja

The Maltina Flavour Quest Tour storms Kano

As part of its commitments to share happiness, Nigeria’s No. 1 Malt brand is set to bring lots of excitement and fun to Kano this weekend at the Ado Bayero Mall Shoprite, Maltina is set to host a flavour-sampling party for Kano residents at the Adu Bayero Mall, Shoprite on the 11th of April, 2021.... Read More

The #YNaijaCover: The Nigeria Police has cuddled a monster that could become its albatross

The chicken has come home to roost for the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) who whether wittingly or not, historically worked with and in so doing, emboldened the operations of the Kano State Islamic Police Corps (Hisbah) in core States of the North. According to news reports, an officer of the NPF known simply as Inspector... Read More

Cover Stories, Satire

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November 25, 2020

National ID: Women continue to take the brunt of patriarchy’s bullying

Often, when women speak about the direct impact of the patriarchal ideal of respectability and how it hurts them daily, men are in the habit of countering that while claiming greater injury by the oppressive antics of the patriarchy. But time and again, instances like the one that recently happened at the National Identity Management... Read More

Deep Dive, Non-binary Blog

#EndSARS protest, cult, nigeria, Rahama Sadau

November 5, 2020

The bullying of Rahama Sadau is sign that Nigerian women are not yet safe

by Alabi Adewale It’s hard to believe that in the year 2020, women are still being bullied to live according to the statutes of a patriarchal society. How you drink, eat, sit, dress, even breath is different when you are a girl because she must attract the right husband. That’s what we have reduced women... Read More

Davido, Ikorodu Bois, Josh2funny make #YNaijaPowerList2020 for Entertainment

Editor’s Note: A young-world revolution is unfolding before our eyes, rupturing the idea that only experience can change the world. Increasingly, young people are participating actively in all aspects of human life, and changing the way we think, look and do what we do. At YNaija, we know these stars from across Nigeria – the decision-makers,... Read More

#YNaijaPowerlIst, Rankings, The Media Blog

#YNaijaPowerList, Adam Zango, Beverly Naya, Burna boy, Davido, DJ Cuppy, Hadiza Ailyu, Ikorodu Bois, Josh2funny, Kemi Adetiba, Laolu Senbanjo, Mr Eazi, nigerian entertainment, Rahama Sadau, Teni, Toyin Abraham, wizkid, YNaija Powerlist 2020

February 19, 2019

Dear Lord in Heaven someone explain this ‘Zero Hour’ trailer

The trailer for Robert Peters‘ upcoming movie Zero Hour has been released, and it’s simply hard to follow. The movie is being described as a romantic drama/thriller, and it further emphasizes the current boom of action/thriller movies out from Nollywood these days (King of Boys, Knock Out Blessing, etc). And while that is good, the... Read More

The Film Blog

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November 19, 2018

Chief Daddy exclusively debuted for cast, select media and stakeholders

On Thursday, November 15th, 2018, EbonyLife Films hosted selected guests to an exclusive screening of upcoming feature film, Chief Daddy. Members of the press, cast and cinema operators were all present to view the movie as it debuted for the first time at the new Filmhouse cinema, Twin Waters, Oniru, Lagos. As anticipated, Chief... Read More

The Film Blog

November 5, 2018

Ayo Ayoola says ‘If I Am President’ will spark off a revolution

Inspired by the political crisis and plight of the masses, ‘If I am President’ starring former Project Fame winner, Ayo Ayoola and produced by Bright Wonder Obasi premiered at the Genesis Cinema, Lekki, Lagos over the weekend. Speaking at the premiere, Ayoola who played the lead role of president, said, “My character was a young... Read More

The Film Blog

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September 12, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Rahama Sadau says her ban from Kannywood is a stepping stone; Have you seen the Fifty Shades Freed teaser? | More stories

Read some of yesterday’s top entertainment stories and others that unraveled while you slept – and are certain to buzz today. Rahama Sadau speaks on transitioning from Kannywood to Nollywood Remember Rahama Sadau? The Northern actress who was kicked out of Nigeria’s Northern movie industry, Kannywood for an action that was described as “immoral” after... Read More

Featured, Thinking Through

Fifty Shades Freed, guardian, Marriage, Rahama Sadau, Samklef, teaser

December 23, 2016

#YNaija2016Review: Bobrisky, Mr. Eazi, Rahama Sadau… See the top 10 revelations of 2016

by Wilfred Okiche Bobrisky Snapchat juggernaut, Internet sensation, cross dresser, make up lover, dealer in skin lightening products and lover/flaunter of bae, Bobrisky (born Idris Okuneye) took the country by storm with his against the norm embrace of his feminine side and blatant gender bending behaviour. Bobrisky hasn’t just conquered the Internet, he has kick... Read More

Featured, Reviews, Thinking Through

#YNaija2016Review, Arese Ugwu, Bobrisky, Chierika Ukogu, Mr Eazi, Rahama Sadau

October 31, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Teebillz resurfaces on Instagram, T-Pain performs live at the Heineken Live Your Music party in Lagos | More stories

Here are the stories that made news over the weekend and others that unraveled while you slept – and are buzzing this Monday morning. Teebillz resurfaces on the internet as a new man Almost 200 days after Teebillz broke Nigerian internet with his meltdown on Instagram, the estranged husband of singer, Tiwa Savage returned to... Read More

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October 21, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Kanye West blames Tidal for his limiting feature on Drake’s VIEWS album, Bovi welcomes third child | More

Here are some of the top stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing this morning in today’s entertainment roundup. It’s another boy for Bovi and wife, Kris Comedian Bovi and his wife, Kris have shared their joy as they welcome their second son who arrived hours ago... Read More

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October 16, 2016

Northern girls defy lots of restrictions to pursue their dreams- Rahama Sadau

Hausa movie actress, Rahama Sadau who was recently banned by MOPPAN for cuddling in a music video has said girls up north are usually denied the opportunity to explore and pursue their talents. In a recent interview with The Nation, Sadau said Northern girls have potentials and talents but have myriads of restrictions barring them... Read More

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October 16, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: There’s more money in comedy than acting – Alibaba | Banned Kannywood actress, Rahama Sadau gets Hollywood invite

There’s more money in comedy than acting – Alibaba Ace Comedian, Ali Baba has dismissed reports that comedians are increasingly featuring in movies because of the financial gains. In a recent interview, Alibaba said comedians make more money than actors. “Comedians do not shoot movies because they can make money from them. We make more... Read More

Akon, alibaba, Entertainment Roundup, Jeta Amata, Rahama Sadau

October 13, 2016

EbonyLife TV’s Sons of the Caliphate brings the north closer to you

by Akan Ido So we watched the Sons of the Caliphate movie produced by EbonyLife TV yesterday and we think it’s a winner – it pulls you in. It’s our game of thrones – young people with too much money dispensing money, power and influence across a make-believe state Nigerian state of Kowa. It’s an amazing cast of... Read More

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October 11, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Rahama Sadau’s ban is logical – Ali Nuhu | Olamide’s YBNL UK Concert ends abruptly

Olamide’s YBNL UK Concert ends abruptly Olamide’s YBNL 2.0 UK Concert which held at the Hammersmith Apollo in London ended abruptly after over 200 fans were struggling to enter the venue. The venue security reportedly closed the doors due to overcrowding. Olamide had earlier perform but was billed to close the show with a performance... Read More

Ali Nuhu, Rahama Sadau, Ybnl UK concert

October 8, 2016

Expelled actress, Rahama to feature in EbonyLife drama series

Actress Rahama Sadau who was expelled from the Hausa film industry, Kannywood is set to feature in a new drama series to be aired on EbonyLife TV, Vanguard reports. Rahama was expelled by the Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (MOPPAN) for serially “hugging and cuddling” a Jos-based musican, ClassiQ in a video. The 13-part drama series, “Sons of... Read More

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October 4, 2016

Kannywood actress Rahama Sadau reacts to expulsion

Kannywood actress Rahama Sadau has reacted to her expulsion from the film industry by the Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (MOPPAN). In a statement released on Tuesday to her fans and friends via her Twitter account, Rahama said, “I sincerely apologise…I was carrying out my role in the profession, as I would in any other... Read More

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October 4, 2016

The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five stories you should monitor today. ‘Even if the government is selling NLNG on credit, I am not interested in buying’ | Dangote Chairman of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote says he has no interest in purchasing shares of the Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG). 2. FIFA President, Infantino wants 48-team World... Read More

Dangote NLNG, fifa, Rahama Sadau, The Big 5

October 4, 2016

‘I am shocked by Rahama Sadau’s expulsion’ – ClassiQ

ClassiQ, the musician who featured expelled Kannywood star, Rahama Sadau in his music video, “I love you” has expressed shock over the development. The Jos-born musician said this while speaking with online news medium Premium Times. According to him, he begged Rahama who was expelled on Sunday by Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (MOPPAN) to feature in... Read More

ClassiQ, Kannywood, MOPPAN, Rahama Sadau, shock

October 3, 2016

The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today

These are the top five stories that drove the conversation today. Buhari’s govt is slow but steady – Tinubu National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu on Monday said the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari is “slow but steady” in its resolve to develop the country. Tinubu said this at the International... Read More

‘Muhammadu Buhari: The Challenges of Leadership in Nigeria’, Buhari, Devalue naira, Kannywood, Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, Rahama Sadau, Timipre Sylva

October 3, 2016

Between Rahama Sadau and Kannywood

Who is trending on the News sites and blogs today? Rahama Sadau, a Kannywood actress, the female star of the Northern movie industry in Nigeria. Up until her name made it to mainstream news today, only a few of us had ever heard of her. When we think Northern movies, we think Ali Nuhu simply... Read More

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October 3, 2016

Kannywood expels actress Rahama Sadau for “immoral” video

Top Kannywood actress Rahama Sadau has been expelled by Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (MOPPAN) for serially “hugging and cuddling” a Jos-based musican, ClassiQ in a video. In a statement released on Sunday by Malam Salisu Mohammed, secretary of MOPPAN, the association said it took the decision following a “resolution reached by all guilds... Read More