Entertainment

Crew member dies in on-set explosion in Ogun

A special effects artist has died following a tragic film set accident in Ogun State. The incident occurred due to an on-set explosion during filming. Read More: https://punchng.com/crew-member-dies-in-on-set-explosion-in-ogun/

VIDEO: My mum wanted me with Rihanna, says A$AP Rocky

A$AP Rocky shares that his mother, Renee Black, always wanted him to be with Rihanna, even when he believed they were just friends. Find out more. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-my-mum-wanted-me-with-rihanna-says-aap-rocky/

Mother, daughter slam Davido for bullying over paternity claim

Ayo Labinjoh and her daughter accuse Davido of bullying and lying about DNA tests in a long-running paternity claim dispute. Read their full response. Read More: https://punchng.com/mother-daughter-slam-davido-for-bullying-over-paternity-claim/

Tinubu hails Rema, Burna Boy, others for AFRIMA wins

President Bola Tinubu congratulates Nigerian artistes like Rema and Burna Boy for their wins at the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-hails-rema-burna-boy-others-for-afrima-wins/

Actor McConaughey seeks to protect image, voice from AI

Actor Matthew McConaughey files to protect his image and voice from unauthorized AI use, a novel approach for artists concerned about deepfakes. Read More: https://punchng.com/actor-mcconaughey-seeks-to-protect-image-voice-from-ai/

Censors board approved 1,185 films in 2025 – Official

Nigeria’s Censors Board announced 1,185 Nigerian film approvals in 2025, an increase from the previous year. Data shows a focus on mature content. Read More: https://punchng.com/censors-board-approved-1185-films-in-2025-official/

‘Omije Ojumi’ gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu is dead

Popular Nigerian gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu, known for her hit song ‘Omije Ojumi’, has passed away. Her death was announced by her family. Read More: https://punchng.com/omije-ojumi-gospel-singer-bunmi-akinnaanu-is-dead/

Actress Funke Akindele celebrates N2bn milestone in box office

Nollywood actress Funke Akindele celebrates a historic N2 billion box office milestone, solidifying her status as Africa’s highest-grossing filmmaker. Read More: https://punchng.com/actress-funke-akindele-celebrates-n2bn-milestone-in-box-office/

Carter Efe vs Baby Mama: What really went down

Nigerian streamer Carter Efe and his baby mama, Emmanuella, share conflicting stories about their breakup. Discover the shocking allegations from both side Read More: https://punchng.com/carter-efe-vs-baby-mama-what-really-went-down/

FULL LIST: Rema, Burna Boy win big at AFRIMA 2026

See the full list of AFRIMA 2026 winners. Rema, Burna Boy, Yemi Alade, and Shallipopi were among the top awardees at the Lagos ceremony. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-rema-burna-boy-win-big-at-afrima-2026/

Submissions open for 12th edition of AMVCA

Africa Magic is now accepting AMVCA submissions for its 12th edition. Filmmakers can submit film and TV projects from 2025. Learn more here. Read More: https://punchng.com/submissions-open-for-12th-edition-of-amvca/