Just days after Nollywood actor, Solomon Akiyesi passed on, the Nigerian movie industry has again been hit by another painful loss, Aki na Ukwa actress, Oby Kechere. The actress, famously known as Ms. Koi Koi for her role in the hit comedy, Aki na Ukwa, died on April 27, 2026, following a prolonged illness that […]
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Amid escalating unrest in South Africa, the Nigerian Consulate in the country, in collaboration with the Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa, has announced a free repatriation flight for Nigerians willing to return home permanently. The President of NICASA, Frank Onyekwelu, who spoke to Wizopa on Saturday, said the situation had compelled many Nigerians to
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The US has announced it will now deny temporary visas to applicants who say they fear harm or mistreatment if they return to their home country, under new State Department guidance that significantly raises the stakes for millions of visa seekers worldwide. The Department of State has directed consular officers at embassies and consulates around
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Popular Nigerian actor and filmmaker, Lateef Adedimeji, and his wife, Adebimpe Adedimeji, have announced the birth of their triplets, a moment that has drawn wide attention and celebration across social media. Abdulateef shared the news on May 1, 2026, through a video posted on his official Instagram page, where he confirmed the arrival of the
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The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has suspended a priest, Reverend Ifunaya Maduka, from office as Vicar of St Paul’s Parish, Nteje, in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State. Maduka was handed a six-month suspension without pay by the church over alleged fake miracles and arrangee prophesies and his involvement in “practices grossly unbecoming”
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A disturbing video capturing the shooting of a restrained suspect by a police officer attached to the Delta police command has surfaced online, drawing widespread attention. In the less-than-two-minute footage, the male suspect is seen seated on the ground with his hands tied behind his back with a rope. The suspect is heard repeatedly pleading
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How Lagos Socialite “Ariket” Landed 15-Year Jail Term Over Cocaine Trafficking A Federal High Court in Lagos has convicted and sentenced Lagos socialite, Mrs Funmilola Ogbuaya, popularly known in social circles as “Ariket,” to 15 years’ imprisonment for conspiracy, aiding, and abetting the trafficking of cocaine. The conviction comes nine years after her co-conspirator, Odeyemi
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A Bold Nollywood School Drama Returns With Deeper Lessons in Episode 2 The much talked about school drama Lesbians in School is back with Episode 2, and this latest installment raises the stakes with a more intense and thought-provoking storyline. This new episode focuses on a group of students who try to influence others into
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The new Michael Jackson biopic “Michael” has taken the global box office by storm, delivering a massive opening weekend of $217 million (£160m) and setting a new record as the highest-grossing debut ever for a biographical film. The film, starring Jaafar Jackson in the lead role, premiered midweek but rapidly built strong momentum across international
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Jim Iyke has criticised the Nigerian film industry, stating that it is grappling with internal sabotage. Speaking in an interview with the BBC, the veteran actor said one of the major challenges in Nollywood is that some individuals deliberately work against others within the industry. He said that if he could change one thing, it
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