Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has issued a stern warning to those impersonating her on social media, especially on TikTok, threatening legal action. The movie star revealed that a lady is impersonating her on TikTok and scamming her fans by extorting money from them. She warned that if the lady is caught, she would do everything legally possible to ensure that she is jailed regardless of any public outcry. Speaking in a video broadcast, Dikeh said, “I know my impersonator is a girl because we have been trailing you, the police are on you. “To the girl who is impersonating me on TikTok, collecting money from people, scamming people and also scamming me because you are taking my contents and posting on your TikTok page not as a fanpage, but posing to be me. “I just want to tell you that when I catch you, nobody is going to save you. Only Jesus will save you. Because I’m not the kind of person that social media would make me back down. You will definitely go to jail.”

Popular Nigerian gospel singer, Bunmi Akinnanu, best known for her hit song “Omije Ojumi,” has passed away. The news of her death was confirmed on Tuesday evening by a close source familiar with the singer’s family. As of now, the family has not released an official statement, though further details are expected in the coming days. Akinnanu’s death follows months of public appeals for prayers and divine intervention as she battled a serious leg ailment. In late 2025, a video of the singer at G.F. David Ministries in Ibadan, Oyo State, circulated online, showing her seated with her leg extended while prayers were offered for her recovery. The footage drew widespread attention and concern over the severity of her condition. During the service, the presiding cleric revealed that Akinnanu had been experiencing persistent bleeding in her leg, prompting an intense prayer session. The video quickly went viral, with fans and well-wishers across Nigeria organizing prayer vigils and flooding social media with messages of support. The exact medical details of her illness were never officially disclosed. Bunmi Akinnanu’s music journey began at the age of 10. She later left a career in banking to pursue gospel music full-time, eventually gaining prominence with “Omije Ojumi,” a song that resonated deeply with Nigerians. Over the years, she released several other gospel tracks, earning her recognition as one of the respected voices in the Nigerian gospel music industry.

Nigerian singer, Harrysong has revealed that he is now in a polygamous relationship following his separation from his wife, Alexer Peres. Speaking in a recent interview with Yanga FM Lagos, the father of two stated that every one of his current girlfriends is acquainted with all the others. The Reggae Blues crooner insisted that there was nothing wrong with polygamous relationship, stressing that American singer Neyo has three wives. “I am currently in a polygamous relationship. Every one of his current girlfriends is acquainted with all the others. They are all doing well. And we are happy. “Everybody is being treated right and respectfully. Everyone willing join. No one was forced. Neyo has three wives. Just do whatever makes you happy. So don’t force your opinion on anyone,” he said. The singer added that some of his girlfriends are foreigners, including an American. THENEWSCREDIT recalls that Harrysong and his ex-wife Alexer separated in 2024 after three years of marriage. Harrysong claimed his wife became pregnant for another man while still living under his roof and that they had not been intimate for over a year. Alexer denied the infidelity claims and accused Harrysong of domestic violence and cheating on their wedding night

Famous Nigerian filmmaker, Funke Akindele’s newly released movie, ‘Behind the Scene’ has become the first Nollywood film to surpass N2 billion in cinema sales. FilmOne, a leading Nigerian film distributor, announced that Behind the Scenes’ movie grossed N2,103,039,706 in just one month of its release. The distributor in a post on X, revealed that the new achievement makes Funke Akindele Africa’s most commercially successful filmmaker in Africa, highest grossing producer, writer, and director in West Africa’s history. The actress was also named as the first filmmaker to rank number one for three consecutive years at the African box office. Also celebrating the achievement, the actress, in a video on her Instagram page on Monday evening, said “we have every reason to thank God. 2 billion and counting is not a joke. Ladies and gentlemen, Behind the Scenes to the world.” “Joy overflows, my heart is full of gratitude to God and my amazing fans. Reaching this incredible milestone and still counting would not have been possible without you. I’m deeply grateful”, she said.

TikTok star, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has vowed never to marry a Nigerian following his messy breakup with fellow Nigerian content creator, Jarvis. Speaking during a recent livestream, Peller opened up about his encounter with a demure lady from eSwatini, whom he described as his ideal woman. He explained that the lady is not only beautiful but also calm and collected. The 20-year-old added that he is ready to go to the Southern African nation and pay the lady’s bride price. “I recently encountered a lady from eSwatini, she’s not only very beautiful but also calm and collected. “I will never marry a Nigerian. eSwatini is my new target for finding a wife. I will go to the country and marry that lady. I will give her father 17 cows,” he said. Peller also warned fans to stop mocking him over his breakup with Jarvis, threatening to block them if they disregard his warning. He has previously stated that his relationship with Jarvis is now purely platonic.

Controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, also known as Portable, has called out his father, Mr Olalomi, accusing him of taking away his clothes and other personal belongings. In a video broadcast, the Zazu crooner while comparing his dad to late singer Mohbad’s father, claimed that his dad has been after his possessions and properties. Portable stated that his life was more stable when his father was not in the picture. He explained that his dad did not sponsor his education nor pay for his skill acquisition fee when he was learning tailoring. Expressing his frustration, Portable said, “My dad’s presence in my life is doing me more harm than good. My life was better and more stable when he wasn’t in the picture. “When I was younger, he didn’t take care of me. He did not send me to school. He did not pay for my tailoring apprenticeship fee. “His presence is affecting my life negatively. My dad is like Mohbad’s dad. He has taken all my shoes and clothes and he is just after my properties.”

Popular Nigerian Tiktoker, Peller, has expressed regret over his inability to speak good English. The streamer made this known during a recent live stream session with his colleague, Enzo. Enzo during the live session, asked Peller to formally introduce himself, “just tell them in English that your name is Peller.” In response Peller said “in English? E no go go.” Enzo replied “So, you’re telling me that if Speed comes, you are not going to talk to him? Because he just called me now that he’s coming tomorrow.” Peller; “I no go even see am. My English is very bad, but I dey go university soon to study Arts.” THENEWSCREDIT recalls that Peller’s decision to return to school came after his breakup with Jarvis, his older girlfriend.

Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, has recorded another major commercial triumph as her latest cinema release, Behind The Scenes, grossed ₦1.77 billion at the Nigerian box office, further reinforcing her dominance in the country’s film industry. The milestone was announced by the film’s distributor, FilmOne Entertainment, in a post shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday. “Celebrating yet another incredible milestone and we’re so sure we wouldn’t have done this without you and your love. “Behind The Scenes hits a whopping ₦1.77 billion. Thank you to everyone for the love and support so far,” FilmOne said. According to the distributor, the film has now generated ₦1,767,305,878, emerging as the number one film of the weekend in West Africa, with box office figures still rising as of 4pm on January 5, 2025. “THANK YOU WEST AFRICA. NO.1 FILM OF THE WEEKEND… AND COUNTING,” FilmOne added, noting that the earnings were verified figures. The official announcement graphics….Credit: X I FilmOne Ng Behind The Scenes stars Scarlet Gomez in the lead role and features an ensemble cast including Funke Akindele, Iyabo Ojo, Destiny Etiko, Tobi Bakre, Uche Montana, Uzor Arukwe, Ini Dima-Okojie, Adebowale ‘Mr Macaroni’, Ibrahim Chatta, Kamo State, as well as reality TV stars Handi and Wanni Danbaki, among others. The film centres on the theme of black tax, exploring the social, emotional and financial pressures faced by individuals expected to support extended family members, a subject that has struck a chord with audiences across Nigeria and the wider West African market. THENEWSCREDIT had earlier reported that Behind The Scenes crossed the ₦1 billion mark at the box office, recording ₦1,109,463,846, a feat that placed it among the highest-grossing Nollywood films of all time. Following the milestone, FilmOne described Akindele as “the only director to cross ₦1B+ at the box office three different times” and “Nollywood’s highest-grossing producer of all time,” underscoring her consistent commercial appeal. The performance of Behind The Scenes adds to a growing list of box office successes for Akindele, whose earlier film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, reportedly earned over ₦40 million on its opening day, crossed ₦355 million within its first week, exceeded ₦700 million by its second weekend, and became the fastest Nollywood film to reach ₦1 billion domestically. With Behind The Scenes continuing its strong cinema run, industry watchers say the film’s success reflects a combination of relatable storytelling, strategic marketing and Akindele’s enduring popularity with mainstream audiences.

The family of the late actress Allwell Ademola has announced her burial arrangements. This comes exactly one week after her sudden death. The family in a viral statement on the Internet, announced that Allwell will be buried at Atan cemetery in Yaba, Lagos state on Friday, January 9, 2026. According to the burial arrangements, service of songs, candle light procession, and artiste night will be held on Friday January 8 at LTV8 between 4pm-11pm. THENEWSCREDIT reports that the movie director died from a heart attack on December 27, 2025 at the age of 49. Her death came as a rude shock to her loved ones and the public, with her colleagues including Iyabo Ojo, Funke Akindele, Femi Adebayo, Biola Adebayo, Lateef Adedimeji, Toyin Abraham taking to social media to mourn her.

Nollywood actor, Rotimi Salami, has finally broken his silence after the death of his close associate and mentor, actress Allwell Ademola. THENEWSCREDIT reports that Allwell died from a heart attack on Saturday December 27 2025. Reacting to the actress’ sudden death, many Nigerians stormed Rotimi Salami’s comment section expressing concern about his well-being. Finally reacting to the incident in a viral post on Instagram, Rotimi Salami who noted that all is not well, urged the public not to console him when they see him. “Please, when you see me, don’t try to console me. Because I will break down. I still can’t say farewell, Shuga Boo. All is not well at the moment “72 hours of endless tears still can’t bring back my Shuga Boo. But for the sake of our family, friends, and fans who showed up in prayers, calls, posts, and most especially for my children, who will draw strength from me as we learn to move on without our Allwell Ademola. I promise to stand strong. “To everyone who has genuinely reached out to me with love & concern for my state of mind and well being through messages, calls, and voice notes, I see all. I’m just too weak to read, listen, respond, or even find the words to express how I really feel right now,” he said.