Nollywood producer and actor, Kunle Afolayan, has confirmed that Netflix has ceased commissioning original content from Nigerian filmmakers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the renowned filmmaker shared the news during the 2024 Zuma International Film Festival in Abuja. Afolayan revealed that Netflix’s management informed filmmakers at a recent gathering that they would no longer fund … Read more
Nigerian rapper Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, better known by his stage name Skales, has expressed his disdain for the Nigeria Police Force, stating that he would never respect its officers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Skales shared his experience on his X handle after an encounter with police officers in Magodo, Lagos, on Tuesday. The rapper … Read more
The Lagos home of award-winning Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe has been destroyed by a devastating fire. The fire caused significant damage to the multi-million naira property and reduced valuable possessions to rubble. EKO HOT BLOG reports that In a heartfelt video shared on her official Instagram page Wednesday night, Aigbe expressed gratitude that no lives … Read more
Kunle Afolayan popular Nollywood filmmaker has asked the government to provide grants to help the Nigerian movie industry grow. He said this during the 2024 Zuma Film Festival, organized by the Nigerian Film Corporation and the Federal Capital Territory Administration. Need for Grants Kunle Afolayan explained that grants would allow filmmakers to focus on creating … Read more
It’s that magical time of the year, and Funke Akindele has unwrapped a sparkling holiday gift for us all—a festive banger titled Everybody Loves Christmas! Featuring a lineup that reads like the who’s-who of Nigerian entertainment, the song and its dazzling video are here to bring joy, laughter, and a lot of groove to your … Read more
Popular Nigerian singer Timaya has opened up about his decision to remain single, despite his successful career. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the singer explained that marriage has never been something he has been drawn to, stating that it’s simply not a desire he holds. However, he made it clear that he hasn’t completely ruled … Read more
Legendary singer-songwriter Elton John has disclosed that a severe eye infection he contracted over the summer left him unable to attend previews of his latest musical, The Devil Wears Prada. Despite the setback, the 77-year-old assured fans that his involvement in the project remains strong, as he praised the production’s audio elements during a London … Read more
Afrobeats star, Timaya, has claimed that veteran singer Eedris Abdulkareem is not respected within the music industry because he’s a talkative. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Timaya, while featuring in a recent interview with Naija FM, Lagos, downplayed the host’s attempt to compare his personality with Abdulkareem’s. The host: “You and Eedris Abdulkareem are among … Read more
Controversial Nigerian crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has criticised the unidentified woman involved in a viral video call with content creator Kuye Adegoke, widely known as Egungun of Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the clip, which surfaced over the weekend, shows Egungun brushing his teeth during a video call when he accidentally … Read more
Afrobeats star Timaya has revealed that fellow artist Eedris Abdulkareem lacks respect within the music industry because of his outspoken nature. Timaya made this statement during a recent interview on Naija FM, Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Timaya downplayed comparisons between himself and Abdulkareem, emphasizing their different personalities. When the host remarked that both … Read more
A private video of popular Nigerian content creator Egungun of Lagos has surfaced on social media, sparking widespread reactions. The viral clip reportedly shows Egungun exposing his private organ during a video call with an unidentified woman, who also revealed her backside during the exchange. Speculations suggest that the video was leaked by the woman, … Read more
Popular content creator, Egungun of Lagos, has addressed the controversy surrounding a leaked private video that has gone viral on social media. The clip, which shows Egungun exposing his private organ to an unidentified woman, has sparked widespread reactions and debates online. Egungun’s wife, Pashotah, alleged that the leak resulted from a Snapchat user screen-recording … Read more
Princess Chineke, a former beauty queen and Nollywood actress, has embarked on a new journey by joining the United States Army. Princess, who once represented Anambra State in the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) pageant, shared the surprising career switch on her Instagram page. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce … Read more
Nollywood actress Ekene Umenwa has shared that her marriage to film producer Ifeanyi Ogbodo Alex began as a business partnership that eventually blossomed into love. Umenwa and Alex tied the knot in November 2023 and recently welcomed their first child. In a recent interview, Umenwa disclosed that they met several years ago through a business … Read more
The Federal High Court in Lagos has adjourned the copyright infringement lawsuit filed by music producer Michael Oluwole against gospel singer Sinach until January 2025. Oluwole, also known as Maye, filed a N5 billion lawsuit against Sinach over her 2016 hit song “Way Maker.” In the suit, numbered FHC/L/CS/402/2024, Maye is seeking a court declaration … Read more
Comedian and actor Mr Macaroni has said that it is very difficult to remain faithful in marriages and relationships. While sharing his perspective on the complexities, Mr Macaroni described faithfulness as difficult but possible. According to him, while it’s easy to offer advice about relationships, practising those principles in one’s own life can be much … Read more
Nigerian singer Speed Darlington has reportedly been moved from Owerri, Imo State, to the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, following his re-arrest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the controversial artist was detained upon returning to Nigeria for a show in Owerri. A source who spoke to SaharaReporters confirmed that Darlington was transferred to the Police Force … Read more
Stan Alieke, legal counsel to controversial Nigerian singer Speed Darlington, has confirmed that the artist was re-arrested in Owerri, Imo State, on allegations of bail jumping. Darlington’s initial arrest occurred in October, following a petition by fellow musician Burna Boy. According to Naija News, he was granted administrative bail after being detained for five days. … Read more
Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have arrested Nigerian musician Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, in Owerri, the capital of Imo State. Human rights lawyer and the singer’s counsel, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the arrest in a post on his official X account on Wednesday. Adeyanju revealed that Speed Darlington was apprehended while performing … Read more
Nigerian skit maker and Nollywood actor, Debo Adebayo, popularly known as Mr. Macaroni, has revealed that a police officer threatened to kill him and others arrested during the #EndSARS protests in February 2021. Macaroni made this disclosure while reacting to the suspension of Wale Ajetunmobi, Senior Special Assistant on Print Media to Lagos State Governor … Read more