Category: Entertainment
Femi Adebayo’s Family Defends Him Over Estranged Wife’s Eviction, Cites Bank Foreclosure
A family member of filmmaker Femi Adebayo has spoken out amid social media backlash over the eviction of his estranged wife, Omotayo Sanusi, also known as Iyan Aladuke. Mrs Taiwo Abdulmalik, related to Femi, clarified that the eviction from a Lagos property was due to a bank foreclosure, not abandonment. She explained that Femi purchased the property with a bank loan, and when repayment issues arose, the bank initiated recovery proceedings. “She knew Femi bought those properties with a loan and that the bank was coming for recovery. Those properties belong to him alone, and he is still paying heavy principal with interest,” Abdulmalik said. She added that Femi ensured Sanusi, her family members living with her, and her staff were immediately relocated to a short-let apartment, with all expenses covered. “He made sure everyone was moved safely and paid for everything,” she said. Abdulmalik also stated that Femi encouraged Sanusi to find another rental property, promising to cover the cost, regardless of the price. Abdulmalik further revealed that in 2022, Femi purchased land near Sanusi’s business on Muritala Muhammed Way and registered it in her name as a financial backup. However, he was later surprised when she sold the land and spent the proceeds. Responding to claims that Femi had neglected his family, Abdulmalik emphasized that he continues to support their son, including spending around $50,000 on a medical procedure in India last year. “He has never stopped taking care of his son. He loves his children dearly and is very involved in their lives,” she said. Sanusi, meanwhile, has disputed parts of the family’s account on social media, alleging that armed men came to her business during the eviction and that her elderly mother was also forced out. She said she had avoided taking the matter online but felt compelled to respond to what she described as “false information” circulating about her.
Portable Flaunts New Jeep Wrangler Days After Prison Release, Taunts Enemies
Nigerian singer Portable marked his return to freedom with a flashy new Jeep Wrangler just days after being released from prison. He shared the excitement with his hundreds of thousands of Instagram followers, posting videos that highlighted both the exterior and interior of the vehicle straight from the motorshop. In the clips, Portable held up the car key and boldly declared that all his enemies had been disgraced, using the moment to celebrate his triumph and resilience. Fans quickly flooded the comments, praising his style and audacity. The Jeep Wrangler is the latest in a series of high-profile purchases by Portable since regaining his freedom, reinforcing his reputation for turning personal victories into headline-making celebrations. View this post on Instagram
Davido Begs Wife Chioma To Let Him Visit Ghana After Seeing IShowSpeed Viral Massage Video
Nigerian singer Davido has humorously pleaded with his wife, Chioma, to let him travel to Ghana after spotting a viral video of American streamer IShowSpeed enjoying a traditional Ghanaian massage during his African tour. IShowSpeed has been exploring the continent’s culture and traditions, and in the clip, he was seen relaxing and receiving a massage from Ghanaian women, a moment that quickly caught the attention of fans online. Amused by the video, Davido shared it on his Instagram story, captioning it: “@thechefchi oh boy my darling wife pls permit me 😅😅 this nah Ghana???” The playful post drew laughter and reactions from fans, who enjoyed Davido’s lighthearted plea to experience Ghana’s renowned culture and hospitality for himself. Davido and Chioma, known for their public displays of affection on social media, added another fun and relatable moment to their online interactions with this humorous request. Davido's reaction to IShowSpeed getting a massage from Ghanaian ladies is going viral! He shared the video on his Instagram story, jokingly asking his wife Chioma for permission, saying "oh boy, my darling wife, pls permit me? This nah Ghana" ??? pic.twitter.com/r9xQ4GIFQJ — NewsHub (@NewsHub2023) January 27, 2026
IShowSpeed Picks Nigerian Jollof Over Ghanaian Jollof During Africa Tour
American streamer IShowSpeed has once again sparked conversation in the West African jollof rice debate, declaring Nigerian jollof his favorite after tasting different regional versions during his ongoing “Speed Does Africa” tour. The YouTube star has been traveling across Africa to explore local culture, cuisine, and tourism. Along the way, he sampled jollof rice from Senegal, Ghana, and Nigeria, ultimately crowning Nigeria’s version as the best. During a live stream in Ghana, he commented on the rivalry, saying: “I think Nigeria is better, this tastes good too but I don’t know tho… I don’t know tho but…” His remarks quickly drew attention on social media, ending the friendly debate in his view, though fans continue to discuss their favorite versions of the popular West African dish. IShowSpeed’s Africa tour has also seen him warmly welcomed by fans in every country he has visited, giving him the opportunity to experience local traditions, meet supporters, and showcase the continent’s vibrant culture. 🗣️Nigeria jollof is better than Ghana jollof Ishowspeed — after testing Ghana jollof pic.twitter.com/2y3xQCQ79K — Real (@real65877) January 26, 2026
Kanye West Apologizes For Antisemitic Remarks, Attributes Behavior To Undiagnosed Brain Injury
American rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, has issued a public apology for his past antisemitic remarks, attributing his behaviour to an undiagnosed brain injury sustained more than two decades ago. Ye took out a full-page advertisement in the Monday, January 26 edition of The Wall Street Journal, titled “To Those I’ve Hurt,” in which he detailed his struggles with mental health and the impact of his bipolar type-1 disorder. The ad was signed by Ye, marked as paid for by Yeezy, and included contact information for the company’s CFO. He revealed that a car accident 25 years ago caused a jaw fracture and injury to the right frontal lobe of his brain, which went largely unnoticed at the time. The undiagnosed injury, he said, contributed to his bipolar disorder and episodes of detachment from reality. “Twenty-five years ago, I was in a car accident that broke my jaw and caused injury to the right frontal lobe of my brain,” the advertisement read. “The deeper injury, the one inside my skull, went unnoticed. That medical oversight caused serious damage to my mental health and led to my bipolar type-1 diagnosis.” Ye described bipolar disorder as a “debilitating disease” that distorts perception, leaving sufferers convinced they are seeing the world clearly while losing touch with reality. He admitted that his manic episodes caused him to act in ways he now deeply regrets. “In early 2025, I fell into a four-month-long manic episode of psychotic, paranoid, and impulsive behavior that destroyed my life,” he said. “I lost touch with reality, and some of the people I love the most, I treated the worst. Looking back, I became detached from my true self.” He credited his wife, Bianca Censori, for encouraging him to seek professional help after “hitting rock bottom,” and said he has since found stability through medication, therapy, exercise, and clean living. Addressing his antisemitic outbursts, Ye described those actions as an “out-of-body experience” linked to his mental health struggles. He admitted that in his “fractured state” he gravitated toward destructive symbols, including selling merchandise bearing the swastika, but emphasized that he is not a Nazi or antisemite and expressed love for Jewish people. He also issued an apology to the Black community, writing: “To the black community – which held me down through all of the highs and lows and darkest of times. The black community is, unquestionably, the foundation of who I am. I am so sorry to have let you down. I love us.” Ye concluded by asking for patience and understanding as he continues to recover and rebuild his life. His antisemitic remarks first gained widespread attention in late 2022, including a controversial tweet in which he threatened action against Jewish people.
Egungun of Lagos Celebrates New Mansion With Wife, Shares Inspirational Message
Nigerian influencer Egungun of Lagos has marked a major personal milestone with the acquisition of a new mansion, sharing the exciting news with fans on Instagram. In a video post, he offered an inside look at the property, highlighting its exterior, interior, and celebrating the moment alongside his wife, Pashotah. Captioning the video, Egungun reflected on the journey to this achievement and offered words of inspiration: “Congratulations to me and my FAMILY @pashotah _princenala congratulations. It’s not the people who sit down and criticize that matter. It’s not those who point fingers and say, ‘You could have done it better.’ The real respect goes to the person who tries. The one who shows up, works hard, gets tired, makes mistakes, and sometimes fails. Because nobody can try without messing up sometimes. That person still keeps going. They believe in something. They give their energy to a good cause. If they succeed, great – they’ve achieved something big. If they fail, at least they failed while trying. They will never be like those people who do nothing, say nothing, and stand aside – people who never win and never lose because they never even tried.” The post celebrates not only Egungun’s new home but also his philosophy of persistence, hard work, and resilience in the face of challenges. This milestone comes in the wake of a viral interview with US streamer IShowSpeed in Lagos, which drew significant attention online. Fans have since flooded the post with messages of congratulations, celebrating both his achievement and his determination. View this post on Instagram
Bimbo Ademoye Celebrates As Copyright Issue Over Her Movie Gets Resolved
Nollywood actress Bimbo Ademoye has shared a heartfelt update with fans after confirming that the copyright dispute involving her movie has been successfully settled. The actress had raised alarm over the weekend about an alleged fraudulent claim linked to her work, a situation that left her emotional and seeking support. Following swift intervention and massive online backing, Ademoye returned to social media on Sunday to celebrate the positive outcome. She wrote: “God don’t play about me, that’s how I know he’s real. I want to a very big thank you to my mother @uduakisong1 for not resting till the issue was resolved. I love you forever mom. To Gugoccie and her team, thank you for standing by me and helping out. @sir.fela thank you for always helping to make sure things are resolved AND MOST IMPORTANTLY! to my Amazing cyber family! Haa you guys, una no dey carry me play o. You guys reported emmanuel Davies till the song got taken down on all platforms. I’m kicking my feet in the air like a little child. It’s giving play with her and you’d incure the watch of her cyber family. I love you guys so much. Pls if you encountered me yesterday and I wasn’t smiling, no vex abeg, life and emmanuel Davies tried me. Anyways we’re still working on getting Emmanuel Davies( it’s a fake name by the way) Thank you sooooo much guys. I love you guys! A very huge thank you to everyone who reached out to me and tried to help. If I didn’t pick your calls, pls don’t be offended, just the word “hello” had me In tears, and my head was banging from crying. I love and appreciate you guys deeply Shirt from @adunnis_closetss.” In her message, Ademoye acknowledged the relentless efforts of her mother, her team, industry colleagues, and especially her online supporters, who she credited for helping report the disputed content until it was removed from streaming platforms. Although the immediate copyright issue has been resolved, the actress noted that efforts are still ongoing to identify the individual behind the alleged fraud, adding that the name currently being circulated is not real. Fans and colleagues have since continued to celebrate with the actress, praising her resilience and the power of collective support in protecting creative work.
Shank Gets Rebuked by Adekunle Gold’s Manager for Ignoring Border Safety Warning
At the Serbia–Italy border, Adekunle Gold’s road manager had clearly warned Shank not to step out of the car, but the comedian ignored the caution. Shank pulled out his phone to take some photos, prompting migrant officers nearby to shout at him to get back inside the vehicle immediately. When he returned, Adekunle Gold’s manager didn’t hold back his frustration, saying, “I fing hate when you don’t listen to me. I fing hate it.” He also warned Shank of the potential risks, reminding him, “If anything happens, of course you know we are in trouble. Remember, you have a Nigerian passport.” Shank quietly muttered, “Sorry,” and the group continued their journey, the tense exchange serving as a clear reminder of the importance of following instructions in sensitive situations. Adekunle Gold’s road manager crashed out on Shank after warning him not to get out of the car at the Serbia–Italy border. Shank didn’t listen, got down anyway, and ended up in trouble with the Serbian police 👮💔🤬 pic.twitter.com/wyDW5CeDwP — Shank Updates 🌴🌝 (@ShankUpdates) January 25, 2026