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“After God, Na Government!” — Akwa Okuko Regains Freedom As Soludo Grants Him PardonPopular Anambra native doctor, Chido...
18/09/2026

“After God, Na Government!” — Akwa Okuko Regains Freedom As Soludo Grants Him Pardon

Popular Anambra native doctor, Chidozie Nwangwu, better known as Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki, has regained his freedom after Governor Chukwuma Soludo granted him a pardon.

Soludo announced the pardon on Friday, September 18, 2026, during a visit to the Correctional Centre in Amawbia.

Akwa Okuko had been serving an 11-month prison term after he was convicted by the High Court sitting in Awka over offences linked to Oke-ite and related charm practices. The court had also ordered the demolition of his shrine and directed him to renounce such practices.

As part of the conditions surrounding his rehabilitation, Akwa Okuko was expected to take on a youth reorientation role and publicly discourage young people from engaging in the practices he had previously been associated with.

His sudden release following Soludo’s pardon is already generating reactions, especially because of the dramatic turn of events in the life of the once-famous native doctor.

From a controversial arrest and conviction to imprisonment and now a governor’s pardon, Akwa Okuko’s latest development has opened a fresh chapter in a story that has kept many Nigerians talking.

What do you think about Governor Soludo’s decision to pardon Akwa Okuko?

18/09/2026

Charly Boy Celebrates His Daughter’s Engagement To A Woman — And His Message Is Getting People Talking

Nigerian entertainer Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has publicly celebrated the engagement of his daughter Adaeze to her female partner.

Charly Boy shared an engagement video and referred to the couple affectionately as his “beautiful Princess and her Husband”, asking his followers to wish them well. Adaeze also announced the engagement herself, writing that they were engaged and expressing excitement about spending the future together.

The announcement has generated contrasting reactions online and is already one of the more talked-about Nigerian entertainment stories of September 18. It also puts Charly Boy’s well-known unconventional approach to social issues back in the spotlight.

Charly Boy Celebrates His Daughter’s Engagement To A Woman — And His Message Is Getting People TalkingNigerian entertain...
18/09/2026

Charly Boy Celebrates His Daughter’s Engagement To A Woman — And His Message Is Getting People Talking

Nigerian entertainer Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has publicly celebrated the engagement of his daughter Adaeze to her female partner.

Charly Boy shared an engagement video and referred to the couple affectionately as his “beautiful Princess and her Husband”, asking his followers to wish them well. Adaeze also announced the engagement herself, writing that they were engaged and expressing excitement about spending the future together.

The announcement has generated contrasting reactions online and is already one of the more talked-about Nigerian entertainment stories of September 18. It also puts Charly Boy’s well-known unconventional approach to social issues back in the spotlight.

Skales Backs Fave: “It Ain’t Easy Being A Woman In This Industry”Fave's controversial discussion about the difficulties ...
18/09/2026

Skales Backs Fave: “It Ain’t Easy Being A Woman In This Industry”

Fave's controversial discussion about the difficulties faced by female artistes has received support from fellow musician Skales.

Reacting publicly, Skales praised female entertainers and said that being a woman in the Nigerian entertainment industry is not easy. His statement has added another prominent voice to the discussion Fave started about gender expectations and double standards.

The development has created an interesting question for entertainment fans: are female artistes genuinely facing tougher barriers, or is the industry gradually becoming more equal?

18/09/2026

Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko spotted looking glamorous

Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko spotted looking glamorous
18/09/2026

Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko spotted looking glamorous

Nkechi Blessing vs Phyna: “Grandma, We Are Not Friends”A fresh social-media clash has erupted between Nollywood actress ...
18/09/2026

Nkechi Blessing vs Phyna: “Grandma, We Are Not Friends”

A fresh social-media clash has erupted between Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing and former BBNaija winner Phyna.

Nkechi criticised Phyna over her online activities and described her as a nuisance, while also questioning whether she had people around her who could advise her. Phyna fired back, making it clear that she and Nkechi were not friends or business associates.

Phyna also revealed that Nkechi had contacted her about two months earlier concerning a movie project and requested her account details. The exchange has left fans discussing the history between the two entertainers and asking why the disagreement suddenly became public.

18/09/2026

10 Most Successful Nollywood Actresses Of All Time

“Success” can be measured differently. For example, Funke Akindele’s recent box-office achievements make her particularly notable commercially, while Genevieve Nnaji and Omotola Jalade have exceptional international recognition and longevity.

For this ranking, we define “most successful” broadly — combining longevity, major awards, box-office impact, influence, landmark performances, and success as producers/directors — these are 10 of the strongest living candidates:

1. Funke Akindele

— Actress, producer and director. She has become one of Nollywood’s biggest commercial forces, with multiple blockbuster films and major award recognition. Her films have repeatedly broken Nigerian box-office records.

2. Genevieve Nnaji

— One of Nollywood’s most internationally recognised actresses. She won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress, became an MFR, and directed Lionheart, which became Nigeria’s first Netflix original film.

3. Omotola Jalade Ekeinde

— A major Nollywood star since the 1990s, with more than 300 film appearances and international recognition that included her inclusion in Time magazine’s 2013 list of the 100 most influential people in the world. She has also moved into directing.

4. Rita Dominic

— One of the most respected actresses of her generation, with a career spanning decades, major acting awards and substantial success as a producer and filmmaker.

5. Patience Ozokwor

— The legendary “Mama G” has built one of the most recognisable acting brands in Nigerian cinema, particularly through her memorable roles in Nigerian films.

6. Joke Silva

— A veteran actress whose career extends beyond Nollywood into theatre, television, teaching and film production. She remains one of Nigeria’s most respected screen and stage performers.

7. Mercy Johnson-Okojie

— One of the most commercially successful actresses of her generation, known for her enormous popularity, prolific film career and transition into producing and other entertainment ventures.

8. Ini Edo —

A major Nollywood star with a long-running acting career who has expanded into film production. Her influence has remained significant across both mainstream Nigerian cinema and streaming-era Nollywood.

9. Toyin Abraham

— She has successfully transformed herself from actress into a major producer, director and box-office draw. Her recent films have demonstrated her ability to attract large cinema audiences.

10. Stephanie Linus

— An acclaimed actress, filmmaker and producer whose career has included major international recognition. Her work has also extended into socially conscious filmmaking and advocacy.

10 Most Successful Nollywood Actresses Of All Time “Success” can be measured differently. For example, Funke Akindele’s ...
18/09/2026

10 Most Successful Nollywood Actresses Of All Time

“Success” can be measured differently. For example, Funke Akindele’s recent box-office achievements make her particularly notable commercially, while Genevieve Nnaji and Omotola Jalade have exceptional international recognition and longevity.

For this ranking, we define “most successful” broadly — combining longevity, major awards, box-office impact, influence, landmark performances, and success as producers/directors — these are 10 of the strongest living candidates:

1. Funke Akindele

— Actress, producer and director. She has become one of Nollywood’s biggest commercial forces, with multiple blockbuster films and major award recognition. Her films have repeatedly broken Nigerian box-office records.

2. Genevieve Nnaji

— One of Nollywood’s most internationally recognised actresses. She won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress, became an MFR, and directed Lionheart, which became Nigeria’s first Netflix original film.

3. Omotola Jalade Ekeinde

— A major Nollywood star since the 1990s, with more than 300 film appearances and international recognition that included her inclusion in Time magazine’s 2013 list of the 100 most influential people in the world. She has also moved into directing.

4. Rita Dominic

— One of the most respected actresses of her generation, with a career spanning decades, major acting awards and substantial success as a producer and filmmaker.

5. Patience Ozokwor

— The legendary “Mama G” has built one of the most recognisable acting brands in Nigerian cinema, particularly through her memorable roles in Nigerian films.

6. Joke Silva

— A veteran actress whose career extends beyond Nollywood into theatre, television, teaching and film production. She remains one of Nigeria’s most respected screen and stage performers.

7. Mercy Johnson-Okojie

— One of the most commercially successful actresses of her generation, known for her enormous popularity, prolific film career and transition into producing and other entertainment ventures.

8. Ini Edo —

A major Nollywood star with a long-running acting career who has expanded into film production. Her influence has remained significant across both mainstream Nigerian cinema and streaming-era Nollywood.

9. Toyin Abraham

— She has successfully transformed herself from actress into a major producer, director and box-office draw. Her recent films have demonstrated her ability to attract large cinema audiences.

10. Stephanie Linus

— An acclaimed actress, filmmaker and producer whose career has included major international recognition. Her work has also extended into socially conscious filmmaking and advocacy.

FANS ASK: Did Rita Dominic Truly Date Jim Iyke?Yes — there is credible evidence that Rita Dominic had a romantic relatio...
18/09/2026

FANS ASK: Did Rita Dominic Truly Date Jim Iyke?

Yes — there is credible evidence that Rita Dominic had a romantic relationship with actor Jim Iyke.

Jim Iyke himself publicly discussed their relationship in a 2017 interview with Broadway TV. He described what he and Rita had as a “very deep” relationship and explained why it eventually ended.

Rita Dominic herself had previously been more guarded. In an older interview, when asked about reports that she was dating Jim Iyke, she denied that they were romantically involved at the time, saying they were good friends and that people sometimes mistook their closeness for a relationship.

Jim Iyke's later account, however, was much more direct. He said they had been together and attributed the breakup partly to where he was in his life at the time. He described himself as partying heavily and being focused on having a good time, while Rita, according to him, was not willing to wait around for him to mature. He also said that, with hindsight, the relationship might have worked if they had met at a different stage of their lives.

Rita eventually married businessman and publisher Fidelis Anosike in 2022, after announcing their engagement earlier that year.

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