I told God I wish to die same time as my wife – Peller

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TikTok creator Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has revealed his deep affection for his wife, Elizabeth Aminata Amadu, better known as Jarvis, saying he wishes they could die at the same time.

Peller made the emotional disclosure during a livestream with Nigerian singer Ice King Ochacho in London on Thursday.

The content creator said he had prayed to God that whenever his wife’s time comes, he would also die alongside her because she is the person he loves most in the world.

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“I told God that anytime my wife wants to die, I should also die with her. Because it is only her I love most in the world,” Peller said.

He also explained that he recently cut his hair to match Jarvis’ hairstyle. According to him, his decision was partly motivated by the online criticism his wife faced after shaving her hair ahead of their wedding.

Peller and Jarvis recently tied the knot in a lavish wedding ceremony in Lagos, attracting significant attention from fans and social media users.

The couple, who have built a strong following online through their content and relationship, have continued to share moments from their marriage with their audience.

Toyin Abraham Returns to Cinema With ‘BESTIE’ on December 16

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Actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham is set to return to the big screen with her highly anticipated film, ‘BESTIE,’ scheduled to hit cinemas nationwide on December 16, 2026.

The new film is expected to add to Abraham’s strong run as she continues to establish herself as one of the leading filmmakers and box-office stars in the Nigerian film industry.

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Abraham’s return to cinemas follows the impressive performance of her previous film, Oversabi Aunty, which crossed the N1 billion mark at the Nigerian box office and earned her recognition from the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB). NigerianBusiness Directory

Earlier, Abraham hinted she was preparing another cinema project for December after announcing that Alábọ̀sí 2 would be her final YouTube movie release for 2026.

She teased fans with the promise of ‘another beautiful chapter’ and bigger stories to come.

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December remains one of the busiest periods for Nigerian cinemas, with filmmakers traditionally using the season to release major productions and attract audiences seeking entertainment during the Christmas and New Year holidays. NigerianBusiness Directory

Ex-Miss West Africa Launches New Baby Brand, Dudi Baby

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After years of building L’Avyanna Beauty around skincare designed for melanin-rich skin, founder Dr. May Amamgbo has expanded the brand into the baby-care market with the launch of Dudi Baby.

L’Avyanna Beauty Group officially unveiled Dudi Baby on August 28, 2026, introducing a new product line aimed at babies and caregivers. The launch coincided with a special family milestone as Dr. May’s daughter, Dudi, celebrated her first birthday on the same day.

The celebration attracted dignitaries, parents, business partners, customers and children, creating a blend of family celebration and brand expansion.

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According to Dr. May, Dudi Baby represents more than a collection of baby-care products. The company is also developing Dudi World, a storytelling platform featuring original characters including Dudi, Chika, Kofi, Nia and Puffy Cloud.

The initiative will combine the baby-care brand with creative children’s content, with plans for animation, storytelling and other family-focused entertainment. Its playful, cloud-inspired visual identity is designed to appeal to mothers, caregivers and children.

Dr. May’s path to entrepreneurship has been diverse. A former Miss West Africa, she later earned a PhD in Law and worked in human rights, research and advocacy before founding L’Avyanna Beauty in 2015.

The beauty company has since developed a reputation for targeted skincare products, including facial and body care, vitamin C formulations and sunscreen options.

With Dudi Baby and Dudi World, Dr. May is now positioning L’Avyanna for a broader family and lifestyle market.

Mary Njoku challenges ‘Gold Digger’ label against women, cites men living off rich friend

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Nollywood actress, Mary Remmy Njoku has questioned what people would call 17 men who, she said, enjoy the wealth of a successful man while being described as his “boys”, instead of being labelled gold diggers.

Njoku raised the issue in a social media post while reacting to the way women are often judged for benefiting from the generosity of wealthy men.

“If benefiting from a wealthy person’s generosity makes a woman a gold digger, what exactly do we call the 17 men eating his food, wearing what he bought, enjoying his money and calling themselves his boys?” she asked.

The actress gave the example of a man identified as Emeka, who she said returned home after becoming successful and had 17 grown men constantly around him.

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According to her, the men eat his food, wear clothes he bought, have their bills paid and enjoy his money, but their relationship with him is described as “brotherhood”, “networking” and “loyalty.”

Njoku argued that the same standard is not applied when a woman stays close to a wealthy man and benefits from his generosity.

“The double standard isn’t that people love money. It’s that when men benefit from proximity to wealth, we give the behaviour a respectable name. When women do the same thing, we give it a dirty one,” she wrote.

She added that men, women, friends, relatives and employees can all be drawn to people whose wealth or position can make their life easier.

‘Zombies’ Actress Carla Jeffery Dies at 33

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Disney Zombies film series actress Carla Jeffery has died at 33. Jeffery played Bree in the ‘franchise’ and was recognised by fans across the films and the animated spin-off.

Her manager, Carla Alexander, founder of Los Angeles-based Alexanders Talent Management, confirmed the news.

“Carla was more than a client; she was family. “Our hearts are with Carla’s family and loved ones during this heartbreaking time,” Alexander said in a statement.

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Speaking to KTLA, Alexander said further details about Jeffery’s passing would be released in the coming days. The cause of death has not yet been disclosed.

Jeffery was born in Houston, Texas, and began acting at 12. One of her early appearances was alongside Mo’Nique in the 2006 comedy ‘Phat Girlz’.

She later featured in several Disney Channel programmes, including ‘Good Luck Charlie’, ‘Shake It Up’ and ‘Best Friends Whenever’.

In ‘Zombies’, Jeffery’s character Bree was portrayed as Addison’s close and loyal friend. Addison was played by Meg Donnelly and became a familiar face to viewers throughout the series.

Beyond ‘Zombies’, Jeffery also appeared in other film and television projects, including Disney’s ‘Prom Pact’.

Reflecting on the actress, Alexander said, “She loved what she did. She was a great person.”

Following the announcement, fans and colleagues have shared tributes online, remembering Jeffery for her work and her contribution to Disney’s programmes aimed at young adults.

Burna Boy Hits 4 Billion YouTube Views

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Global Music sensation Burna Boy has reportedly hit four billion total views on YouTube, making him the first Nigerian and the first artiste from Sub-Saharan Africa to reach the landmark.

The figure is said to come from the combined views across all videos on his official YouTube channel, where his music continues to draw millions of viewers worldwide.

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The Grammy-winning singer has already set several major records on the platform, reinforcing his position as one of Africa’s most successful music artistes.

Back in 2021, Burna Boy was also reported to be the first Nigerian artiste to pass one billion total views on YouTube.

His catalogue features hit tracks including “On The Low”, “Ye”, “Last Last” and “For My Hand”, all of which have racked up millions of views on the platform.

Joeboy Reveals Why He Would Keep His Marriage Private

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Afrobeats singer Joeboy has revealed that he would prefer to marry early but would keep the union private from the public until he has at least three children.

The artist made the disclosure during an interview with British media personality Madame Joyce, where he spoke about marriage, timing, and privacy.

“Personally, I would rather get married early. But if I get married right now, nobody is going to know. Maybe when I have like three kids, people will now find out that Joeboy has a whole family somewhere,” he said.

The Sip (Alcohol) hitmaker explained that while he fancies marrying young, he does not believe marriage should be based on public opinion or trends.

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“But marriage is not really about whenever it feels cool. If it just feels right to you and you love the person, do it,” Joeboy stated.

He added that the idea of early marriage became more appealing after watching an interview with Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson, who said he wished he had married earlier despite being known as “a ladies’ man.”

“I saw an interview of Timini. He’s like the ideal playboy; almost all the girls claim to love him, and he was like, he wished he got married early. I was like, if you’re a playboy and you can say this, that means marrying early might actually be nice,” he said.

Joeboy also noted that having teenage children in his 40s appeals to him.

“That is not the only identifier for me. But marrying early to someone who you genuinely love is going to be cute. Being 40 and having a 16-year-old kid is cute.”

Uche Ogbodo Opens Up About the Wedding She Never Had

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Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo has opened up about the wedding she never had, revealing the emotions stirred by appearing as a bride years after her marriage.

Ogbodo shared her reflection after attending the premiere of Folagade Banks’ movie, A Mama Deola Wedding Story, on Wednesday.

The premiere featured a wedding-themed dress code, with several Nollywood stars turning up in bridal-inspired outfits.

Ogbodo also embraced the theme, appearing in a wedding dress.

However, what initially seemed like a glamorous fashion moment became an emotional reminder of the wedding she once imagined for herself.

Sharing a video of herself dressed as a bride, the actress lamented that she never had the opportunity to experience the kind of wedding she had envisioned.

“The wedding I never had. Sometimes, we grieve not just what happened, but what we imagined would happen. The dress, the vows, the celebration, the forever we thought we were building,” she wrote.

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Ogbodo, however, said she was learning to embrace the possibility of a different future, even though life didn’t turn out as she had imagined.

“Life didn’t go exactly as I imagined, but I’m learning that the story isn’t over. Maybe the wedding I never had was making room for a life I never knew I deserved,” she added.

Her appearance came amid the star-studded premiere of *A Mama Deola Wedding Story*, which centres on wedding festivities and features several prominent Nollywood actors.

Celebrities including Kate Henshaw, Osas Ighodaro, Shaffy Bello, Kie Kie and Mo Bimpe were among those who attended in bridal-inspired outfits.

The movie is Folagade Banks’ first feature-length production and revolves around the wedding of its central characters, with a large wedding sequence involving hundreds of cast members.

For Ogbodo, however, the wedding-themed occasion became more than a red-carpet fashion moment, prompting her to reminisce about the ceremony she once hoped to have

 

Ex-BBNaija housemate Danboskid opens up on struggles, shares plans to rebuild

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Former Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate Daniel Olatunji, popularly known as Danboskid, has spoken publicly about his current struggles and plans to rebuild his life after his early eviction from the show.

In an Instagram video, the reality star said he had returned to his family home and was sleeping in his sister’s room.

“I don’t really know what to say, but I know I have so many things in mind. And I know I don’t know what’s going on with me. But I know I have to change what’s going on,” he said.

“I know I have to start being intentional. I know I have to start altering my own reality. Because I have to make things work regardless.”

Danboskid said his family was facing difficulties but was not going hungry.
“As I said, we’re not suffering. My dad is a tenant. So yeah, we’re just suffering mentally,” he said.

He added that he considered selling his laptop but decided against it, saying he needed it to work on his career.

The actor, model and entrepreneur outlined several projects he is working on to get back on his feet.

“I have a script going on. I’m going to produce my movie. I’m going to become a movie producer and a world-class top actor,” he said.

He also disclosed plans to launch an accessories brand and to start driving for Uber.

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“I also want to start my accessory brand. Oh yeah, I know how to select good accessories. So yeah, you all know I’m going to put it on my business page to patronise me because that’s how I want to kick-start myself,” he said.

He added that he was considering driving cars that people no longer wanted.

His immediate goals, he said, include: “Get something done for myself. Start doing Uber. Start my accessory brand. Get a house for myself. Fix my family, and become a meaningful user. That’s the plan.”

Danboskid said he wants to move beyond public perception and show people “who he really is.”

He also stressed that he was not seeking pity, but advice and support as he tries to turn his situation around.

The reality star was among the housemates on the 2025 edition of BBNaija and became the first to be evicted after 12 days.

He received the lowest percentage of viewer votes during the first live eviction show.

Following his eviction, Danboskid attributed his early exit to a name change in the house, saying it made it difficult for fans to identify and support him.

Big Brother Naija has launched several careers since 2006, but conversations about post-show struggles and financial sustainability have continued to trend among fans and former housemates.

Patience Ozokwor Urges Parents Not to Shield Children From Life’s Struggles

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Veteran actress Patience Ozokwor has cautioned parents against shielding their children from all hardship, saying that it could take away their ability to face life’s challenges.

Ozokwor popularly known as Mama G gave this advice in an interview on Femi Babs TV where she spoke on parenting, wealth and raising independent children.

“Perhaps when parents try to protect their children from the hardships they themselves experienced as children, they are depriving them of important lessons in life,” the actress said.

“There’s a difference between letting children suffer and letting them struggle through manageable challenges,” she said.

“The quickest way to ruin a kid’s life is to say you don’t want them to go through what you went through,” she said. I’m not saying let them suffer. I mean, let them suffer. “Go through the motions.

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Ozokwor also spoke of rich parents who leave their children with so many properties without teaching them the value of hard work and the sacrifices that go into acquiring such wealth.

She cited a parent who owns several houses in different cities, saying that the children may grow up without knowing how hard it was for their parents to acquire the properties.

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“Imagine you have like 20 houses, and they’re not in trouble? You have it in Enugu, you have it in Aba, you have it in Lagos. Your children will be just struggling, “Which one is mine? “They don’t know how hard you’ve worked to get those things,” she said. Travel Guides & Travelogs

The actress encouraged parents to allow their children to work for what they want, but made sure they understand comfort and privilege is not something to be taken for granted.

Ozokwor suggested that parents should let their children face some of life’s struggles so they can build resilience and appreciate the opportunities that come their way.

‘Children who grow up with too much comfort tend to assume an easy life is guaranteed,’ she said.

“Tell your children about the pains of life. They may not know all the pains, but the little they know will tell them that when they look back, they will see that people go through harder ones and they will thank God for where they are,” she added.