Why there are more content creators than viewers – Emeka Darlington
Content creator and actor, Emeka Darlington, has expressed concern over the current state of the content creation industry, attributing the issue to the prevalence of subpar content rather than oversaturation. In an interview with Saturday Beats, he st…
‘Burna Boy my biggest inspiration’
Rising music artist, entertainer, and songwriter, Iretemide Akintunde, popularly known as Ire Richie, has said that multiple award-winning artiste, Damini Ogulu aka Burna Boy, is his biggest motivation in the entertainment scene. Ire Richie disclosed t…
Youth-driven solutions shine at Greening Lagos competition
In a showcase of innovation and creativity, the 2024 Greening Lagos project has unveiled a remarkable array of projects designed to tackle pressing societal issues. Held at the University of Lagos, the event attracted young visionaries from across the …
Mali singer extradited to Belgium in child custody case
Malian singer Rokia Traore was extradited from Italy to Belgium and detained on Friday over an outstanding two-year prison sentence handed down in a child custody dispute, prosecutors said. The 50-year-old singer and guitarist was sentenced in absentia…
Celebrities unveil campaign against fake news
Some Nigerian celebrities have teamed with a public strategy and media group, Gatefield, to inveil a campaign against fake news and misinformation in the country. In a statement sent to PUNCH Online on Thursday, Gatefield’s Advocacy Lead, Shirley…
ICYMI: I begged for food after my popularity waned – Jumoke Orisaguna
After years of fading into obscurity, Olajumoke Orisaguna, the Lagos bread seller, who rose to fame in 2016 after being discovered by renowned photographer, TY Bello, is making a remarkable comeback—this time as a broadcaster. Popularly known as Jumoke…
Reckon drops new EP, ‘No Luck, Just God’
A United States of America-based afrobeats singer, Otu Okon Ukam, popularly known as Reckon, has released his EP, tilted, “No Luck, Just God”. Reckon stated that No Luck, Just God is a vibrant testament to faith, resilience, and celebration. Each track…
Fame is bittersweet, but I stay grounded – Bimbo Ademoye
Nollywood actress Bimbo Ademoye has opened up about the complexities of fame, describing it as both a blessing and a challenge. In an interview with Saturday Beats, she shared her perspective: “Fame has blessed me, to be honest. I have been able to rec…
My new series exposes the ugly side of prostitution – Real Warri Pikin
Nigerian comedian and influencer Anita Asuoha, widely known as Real Warri Pikin, has said her new web series titled, ‘Base On Street’ was created to honour the spirit of the Warri people and her fans. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, she …
Uduak Isong celebrates Nollywood stars at new movie night
Renowned filmmaker, Uduak Isong, recently launched Closer Film Night, an exciting new event designed to unveil films and celebrate the talents shaping the Nigerian film industry. Held on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at Radisson Blu, Victoria Island, Lago…