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Original news recaps written from multiple Nigerian sources. Each story cites the publishers it was synthesized from. New stories published throughout the day as news breaks.

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Entertainment·By Plus234Feed Editorial·5 Aug 2026

Portable Exits Ring, Loses Rematch to Charles Okocha by Disqualification

Street-pop artist Portable withdrew during his boxing rematch against actor Charles Okocha on Friday at Lagos venue, resulting in default victory for Okocha.

Entertainment·By Plus234Feed Editorial·5 Aug 2026

Desmond Elliot spotted on movie set after losing APC primary race

The Lagos lawmaker and former Nollywood actor has appeared on a film production following his defeat in the APC primary election for 2027.

Entertainment·By Plus234Feed Editorial·4 Aug 2026

Ibadan High Chief, Veteran Journalist Lekan Alabi Dies at 76

Oloye Lekan Alabi, the Abese Olubadan and former press secretary to multiple Oyo State governors, has died in Lagos. His funeral is set for Sunday.

Entertainment·By Plus234Feed Editorial·4 Aug 2026

Veteran journalist Chief Lekan Alabi, Ibadan chief, dies at 76

Chief Lekan Alabi, a decorated journalist who served as press secretary to multiple Oyo State governors, has died in Lagos.

Entertainment·By Plus234Feed Editorial·3 Aug 2026

Portable Loses Boxing Rematch to Okocha After Quitting Ring

Street-pop singer Portable was disqualified from his celebrity boxing rematch against actor Charles Okocha on Friday after abandoning the fight during the…

Entertainment·By Plus234Feed Editorial·3 Aug 2026

Portable Disqualified After Walking Out of Okocha Rematch

Street-pop artist Portable exited the ring during his celebrity boxing rematch against actor Charles Okocha on Friday in Lagos, resulting in disqualification.

Entertainment·By Plus234Feed Editorial·28 Jul 2026

BBNaija Season 11 Launches Tonight With ₦160M Prize

Big Brother Naija's 11th season premieres at 7 p.m. on Africa Magic channels, featuring a record grand prize and ten weeks of competition.

Entertainment·By Plus234Feed Editorial·23 Jul 2026

First Lady pledges N2bn to boost Akwete textile heritage in Abia

Remi Tinubu donates N2 billion to revive the centuries-old Akwete weaving industry in Abia State, vowing to wear the fabric if her husband wins reelection.

Entertainment·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Davido Defends Public Stance on Kidnappings After Rarara Backlash

Afrobeats star Davido and Hausa singer Rarara clash over how Nigeria should address abductions, with disagreement on speaking out versus protecting the…

Entertainment·By Plus234Feed Editorial·19 Jun 2026

Kola Oyewo, Nollywood Legend and Theatre Scholar, Dies at 80

Veteran actor and university professor Kola Oyewo has died at 80, leaving behind a legacy spanning Nigerian theatre, film, and academia.