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Davido Is Bringing His Global Success Home. The Bigger Story Is the Business of Entertainment
Davido’s Lagos residency shows how entertainment can create value far beyond the stage.
GNA Writes · 21 September 2026
- world
Why Entertainment Businesses Need More Than a Large Audience
A large audience can create opportunities, but entertainment businesses need systems to turn attention into sustainable revenue.
GNA Writes · 20 August 2026
- make money
Best Smart TVs to Buy in Nigeria in 2026: 7 Affordable Options for Your Home Entertainment Upgrade
Planning to upgrade your home entertainment? Here are 7 affordable Smart TVs worth considering in Nigeria in 2026, plus practical tips to help you choose the right TV for your budget and needs.
Lady NG · 26 August 2026
- world
Gospel Singer Toluwanisings Dies at 41 as Nigerian Entertainment Industry Mourns
Nigerian gospel singer Toluwanisings has died at 41, prompting emotional tributes from fans, fellow gospel ministers, and celebrities who remember his music and impact.
GNA Writes · 14 October 2026
- world
Why Entertainment Businesses Need More Than a Large Audience
An audience can create attention, but a strong business needs a system for turning that attention into lasting value.
GNA Writes · 11 August 2026
- biography
AY Makun: Biography, Career and Life in Entertainment
AY Makun is a Nigerian comedian, actor and filmmaker known for the AY Live comedy shows and commercially successful films. His career connects stand-up comedy, television, live events and Nollywood.
GNA Writes · 22 May 2026
- world
Paramount’s $110 Billion Warner Bros Deal Is Reshaping Entertainment. The Business Lesson Is Bigger Than Hollywood
The massive media deal shows why combining businesses is only the beginning of a much harder integration process.
GNA Writes · 29 September 2026
- entertainment
How Quickly Do We Turn Somebody Else’s Difficult Experience Into Entertainment?
In the race for clicks, comments and viral attention, we often forget there is a real person behind the story. Here is why we need to rethink how we consume and create content online
Lady NG · 15 August 2026
- entertainment
The Truth Behind the Pearl Wats and Maurice Sam Relationship
Public curiosity surrounding the two Nollywood stars has escalated from cinema whispers into a cultural sensation across African digital media. What began as magnetic on-screen romance in viral hits like Hello Tara has blossomed into one of the most talked-about celebrity bonds in contemporary entertainment.
Global News Arena · 1 November 2026
- world
Phyna and Nkechi Blessing Are Taking Their Social Media Clash to the Ring. What Happens When Attention Becomes a Business?
Phyna and Nkechi Blessing are facing each other in a celebrity boxing bout in Lagos today. Beyond the entertainment, the event shows how attention can be turned into a commercial opportunity.
GNA Writes · 1 October 2026
- world
Black Market Movie Just Put 51,000 People in One Cinema. The Bigger Story Is the Business of Attention
Nollywood’s latest world record shows how entertainment can turn audience attention into a powerful commercial asset.
GNA Writes · 28 September 2026
- world
Burna Boy Is Going to the NFL. What Happens When Nigerian Talent Becomes a Global Business?
Burna Boy’s NFL Paris performance shows how far Nigerian entertainment has travelled, but global visibility creates a bigger challenge: turning attention into lasting business value.
GNA Writes · 18 September 2026
- world
Why Media Mergers Matter to Movies and TV Shows
When two large entertainment companies join together, the change can affect much more than the people who own them. It can influence the films that reach cinemas, the television programmes that receive new seasons and the shows people can watch online. Media mergers happen when companies combine their businesses or when one company buys another. These deals can create new opportunities, but they can also change how entertainment is made and delivered.
GNA Writes · 7 July 2026
- biography
Carter Efe: Biography, Career and Family Life
Carter Efe is a Nigerian comedian, content creator and musician who built his audience through online entertainment. His career connects social media comedy with Afrobeats, while parts of his family life have also attracted public interest.
GNA Writes · 31 May 2026
- entertainment
Dolly Parton: The Businesswoman Behind the Icon.
Dolly Parton gave the world unforgettable songs and a personality that somehow made millions of people feel like they knew her. But behind the rhinestones was one of the smartest business minds entertainment has ever produced.
Reva Mag · 26 August 2026
- biography
Streamer University: Biography, History and Purpose
Streamer University is Kai Cenat’s campus-style bootcamp for online creators, built around learning, collaboration and live entertainment. Its participants included Nigerian comedian Shank Comics, who won a sponsored cash prize.
GNA Writes · 26 August 2026
- entertainment
Big Brother Naija: Complete Guide to the Reality Show, Winners, Seasons, Rules and How the Game Works
From Katung Aduwak’s historic victory to the latest BBNaija season, here is a complete guide to Big Brother Naija, its winners, rules, voting system, tasks, evictions and the strategies that make the reality show one of Nigeria’s biggest entertainment platforms.
Lady NG · 23 August 2026
- entertainment
How Nigerian Celebrities Build Personal Brands That Attract Business Opportunities
Nigerian celebrities are proving that fame can become more than entertainment. Here’s how strategic personal branding, audience trust and social media influence help them attract major business opportunities, and what ordinary Nigerians can learn from their success.
Lady NG · 22 August 2026
- entertainment
Daddy Showkey's 50 Years on Stage Is a Lesson in Building Something That Lasts
While everyone chases overnight virality, Daddy Showkey just hit 50 years in entertainment. Here's why that's the flex nobody's talking about.
Reva Mag · 10 August 2026
- entertainment
The Biggest Nigerian Celebrity Gossip Stories Trending This Week (2026): The Headlines Everyone Is Talking About and the Bigger Lesson I Took Away
From celebrity boxing drama and relationship debates to music industry feuds and viral social media moments, this week's biggest Nigerian entertainment stories dominated conversations nationwide. Beyond the headlines, these trending moments reveal powerful lessons about reputation, timing, financial independence, and building a life that thrives long after the spotlight fades.
Lady NG · 4 August 2026
- biography
Kai Cenat: Biography, Career and Streaming Influence
Kai Cenat built a global following by turning comedy, gaming and everyday interactions into live entertainment. His career spans YouTube, Twitch, the AMP collective and the Streamer University bootcamp.
GNA Writes · 1 August 2026
- entertainment
What BBNaija Season 11 Made Me Realise About Attention, Branding, and Building Something That Lasts.
Millions watched the launch, I walked away thinking about something completely different. BBNaija Season 11 is more than entertainment, it is a masterclass in attention and branding.
Reva Mag · 28 July 2026
- biography
Nigeria: Biography, History and Digital Culture
Nigeria is Africa's most populous country and a major force in music, film and online entertainment. Its history, diversity and legal system provide essential context for understanding its digital celebrity culture.
GNA Writes · 17 July 2026
- biography
Lagos: Biography, History and Cultural Influence
Lagos is Nigeria’s largest city and a leading centre of African commerce, entertainment and public life. Its story connects coastal trade, colonial rule, rapid urban growth and a strong tradition of civic expression.
GNA Writes · 1 June 2026
- biography
Adesokan Adedeji Emmanuel: Biography, Career and Comedy
Adesokan Adedeji Emmanuel, known professionally as Shank Comics, is a Nigerian comedian, content creator and streamer. His career spans social media humour, comedy videos and personality-led online entertainment.
GNA Writes · 11 May 2026
- biography
Dorathy Bachor: Biography, Career and Life in the Spotlight
Dorathy Bachor is a Nigerian television personality and entrepreneur who became widely known through Big Brother Naija. Her career combines entertainment, fashion and business, with a public profile that extends beyond reality television.
GNA Writes · 22 April 2026
- entertainment
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Shank Comics and Taylor Jasmine, Before Carter Efe Showed Up.
From Nigerian comedy and livestreaming to Atlanta music and digital culture, Shank Comics and Taylor Jasmine have built careers well beyond their screens. These ten things, checked against public reports, show how each journey began and what has put them in the spotlight.
GNA Writes · 4 November 2026
- entertainment
Davido unfollowed Very Darkman on Instagram, is this True, False or a “Happy New Month” greeting.
A social media post claims the Nigerian singer unfollowed Very Darkman on Instagram. Before treating that claim as news, I am asking what evidence actually supports it.
Queen Diana Story · 1 November 2026
- entertainment
DJ Cuppy dating update: Does her X post confirm a date?
The Nigerian entertainer’s brief remark mentions her dating life, but provides no details about an outing. The available quote leaves the central question unanswered.
GNA Writes · 31 October 2026
- entertainment
Broda Shaggi and Dorathy Bachor: Rumours Are Not Proof
Videos described as heartfelt have prompted speculation about the Nigerian entertainers. The public interest lies in how quickly an affectionate moment can become an unsupported claim about private lives.
GNA Writes · 31 October 2026
- politics
Doris Ogala and Her Men: Broken Vows and Courtroom Drama.
Doris Ogala's reported remand in Lagos has brought renewed attention to her long-running public dispute with Pastor Chris Okafor. The actress, who is also an African Action Congress governorship candidate in Abia State, pleaded not guilty to allegations involving electronic communications, intimate material and attempted extortion.
Queen Diana Story · 29 October 2026
- nigeria
Francis Duru Is Dead at 57 After Challenging Fake Health Reports
The veteran actor’s family has confirmed his death following a brief illness. His passing comes months after he publicly challenged fabricated online claims about his health.
Your Brand Angel · 23 October 2026
- world
Bimbo Ademoye’s ‘My 30th Wedding’ Draws Millions to YouTube with Love and Marriage Drama
Bimbo Ademoye’s romantic film, starring Timini Egbuson, records millions of views following its October premiere on YouTube.
GNA Writes · 16 October 2026
- world
Burna Boy Joins Dangote and Mo Abudu on Forbes Africa’s Icons List
The Nigerian Grammy winner is among 15 influential Africans recognised for helping shape the continent’s influence around the world.
GNA Writes · 13 October 2026
- world
John Oliver Sends a Message to Hollywood’s New Owners After Major Merger
The comedian has reacted to the takeover of HBO’s parent company as concerns grow about the future of television and independent journalism.
GNA Writes · 13 October 2026
- world
Ayra Starr Makes History With NFL Halftime Show in London
The Nigerian Afrobeats star became the first African artiste to headline a halftime show at an NFL International Game.
GNA Writes · 13 October 2026
- world
Peller and Jarvis Are Expecting Their First Baby
The Nigerian social media stars have shared new photos celebrating their growing family.
GNA Writes · 8 October 2026
- world
Nollywood Movie Agbara Nla Just Made Millions in One Day
The new Nollywood movie is already attracting a huge audience just days after its release.
GNA Writes · 8 October 2026
- world
Olu Jacobs Is Dead at 84. Nigeria Has Lost More Than an Actor.
Olu Jacobs did not just act in Nigerian films. He helped define what a Nigerian actor could become.
GNA Writes · 16 September 2026
- entertainment
Taylor Jasmine Biography: Age, Career and Lagos Visit.
Taylor Jasmine, also known as Cravetay, is an Atlanta born singer, songwriter and streamer whose career has moved from a teenage girl group to reality television and Twitch. This biography brings together what public reports verify about her age, music, streaming and her 2026 visit to Lagos.
Global News Arena · 9 September 2026
- world
The Rise of Big Brother Naija and Its Biggest Winners
Big Brother Naija has become one of the biggest reality television shows in Nigeria, creating stars, entertainers and public figures from ordinary people who entered the Big Brother house.
GNA Writes · 8 September 2026
- world
Chris Hemsworth Spotted Filming Extraction 3 in Sydney
Chris Hemsworth has officially begun filming Extraction 3 in Sydney, marking the highly anticipated return of Netflix's blockbuster action franchise.
Adeola Babatunde · 27 August 2026
- world
Simon Cowell Steps Away From America's Got Talent for Surgery, And It Made Me Rethink Success
Simon Cowell's absence from AGT is more than celebrity news, it's a reminder that true success also means knowing when to pause, recover, and build a future that works for you.
Adeola Babatunde · 26 August 2026
- world
Jenna Ortega Signs New Psychological Thriller, Why This Role Feels Different
Jenna Ortega’s new psychological thriller is more than a movie announcement,it’s a reminder that bold choices and constant reinvention create lasting success.
Adeola Babatunde · 25 August 2026
- world
Koffee With Karan Season 9 Guest List Sparks Excitement
Rumors of Bollywood's biggest stars joining Koffee With Karan Season 9 have reignited fan excitement ahead of the show's highly anticipated return.
Adeola Babatunde · 23 August 2026
- world
Timini Egbuson Biography: Age, Education, Career, Movies and Achievements
Timini Egbuson has grown from a television actor into one of Nollywood’s recognisable stars, earning acclaim for films such as Elevator Baby, Breaded Life and Big Love.
GNA Writes · 13 August 2026
- world
Why African Movies Need More Cinemas Around the World
African filmmakers are telling stories about family, love, history, friendship, struggle and everyday life. These stories can entertain people while also helping audiences understand how others live. Yet making a good film is only the beginning.
GNA Writes · 13 August 2026
- entertainment
What Happened to P-Square? The Full Story of Peter, Paul and Jude Okoye’s Family Drama
The P-Square saga has become far bigger than a disagreement between two famous brothers. As Peter, Paul, Jude, and other members of the Okoye family continue to tell their sides of a story involving family, money, business, and trust, I try to make sense of what has happened and the bigger lesson it holds for anyone building a business today.
Your Brand Angel · 8 August 2026
- world
Why Nollywood Movies Use Music to Tell Their Stories
A good movie song can make audiences feel the story even before the movie begins.
GNA Writes · 6 August 2026
- world
Princess Olaife Ajewole: Biography, Career, Marriage and Family.
She is a lawyer, a wife and a mother of two, and she has kept her own life quietly separate from her husband's comedy.
GNA Writes · 5 August 2026
- world
Why Nigerian Movies Are Bringing Old Stories Back to the Cinema
Old Nigerian stories are finding new audiences as filmmakers give familiar movies a fresh look.
GNA Writes · 5 August 2026
- biography
Uzor Arukwe: Biography, Career and Nollywood Success
Uzor Arukwe is a Nigerian actor known for moving comfortably between comedy, drama and romance. His career spans cinema releases and online productions that have brought his work to a broad audience.
GNA Writes · 26 June 2026
- world
Who Is Simon Cowell? The Man Who Changed Reality Talent Shows Forever
From discovering global stars to redefining talent competitions, Simon Cowell's legacy continues to shape the world of reality television.
Adeola Babatunde · 26 June 2026
- world
Oluwafemi Ajewole (Alfa Sule): Biography, Ministry, Career and Family.
He began with ten students in Ibadan and built an evangelical drama ministry that produced one of Nigeria's biggest comedy stars.
GNA Writes · 17 June 2026
- world
Dele Omo Woli (Olamide Oladimeji): Biography, Career, Music and Comedy.
His name means Dele, the son of the prophet, and it came from a stage partnership that has lasted two decades.
GNA Writes · 11 June 2026
- world
Olu Jacobs Was More Than a Nollywood Actor. His Career Explains How Nigerian Cinema Grew.
Before Nollywood became a global industry, actors like Olu Jacobs were already proving that Nigerian stories could be performed with international discipline.
GNA Writes · 10 June 2026
- world
Who Is Tyler Rake? Exploring Chris Hemsworth's Most Iconic Action Role
Chris Hemsworth's portrayal of Tyler Rake has redefined the modern action hero, making Extraction one of Netflix's most iconic franchises.
Adeola Babatunde · 10 June 2026
- entertainment
Pearl Wats: From Banking to Nollywood.
Pearl Wats left a career in banking to pursue the childhood dream of making people smile through film. Her journey into Nollywood reflects the persistence, preparation and courage required to build a creative career.
Global News Arena · 9 June 2026
- world
Who Is Olu Jacobs?
Before Nollywood became a global industry, Olu Jacobs had already built a career across British theatre, television and international film.
GNA Writes · 29 May 2026
- biography
Nigeria: Biography, History and Cultural Influence
Nigeria is Africa’s most populous country and a major centre of film, music and cultural life. Its history, diversity and creative industries help explain the broad appeal of its entertainers.
GNA Writes · 14 May 2026