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Trending Entertainment News
  • PublishedFebruary 21, 2026

 

Nigeria’s entertainment industry is once again dominating conversations, with a mix of shocking incidents, emotional reconciliations, social debates, and legal battles unfolding across social media. From a near fire tragedy to rekindled relationships, public confessions, and arrests, celebrities and influencers have kept fans talking.

Here are the stories making headlines:

TikTok star Peller escapes fire in Lagos mansion

Nigerian TikTok sensation and streamer, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, narrowly escaped a fire outbreak at his Lagos residence after his generator caught fire.

The influencer shared a distressing video of the early morning blaze on Instagram, showing flames engulfing the generator while he called for help. The fire was eventually contained after prolonged efforts using buckets of water. Fans flooded social media with messages of relief, with many raising concerns about safety precautions.

Raging fire over reconciliation of Tonto Dikeh, Churchill

Fresh drama erupted online following reports of reconciliation between Tonto Dikeh and her ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill.

The development sparked reactions after Churchill’s wife, Rosy Meurer, denied ever being friends with Dikeh, despite past claims suggesting otherwise. Critics accused her of contradicting earlier statements, but Meurer insisted she was telling her truth and expressed support for the reconciliation, urging the public to let peace reign.

Self-worth not defined by size, says Eniola Badmus, urges self-love

Actress Eniola Badmus has encouraged plus-sized individuals to embrace self-acceptance, stressing that body size does not determine value.

Reflecting on her weight-loss journey, she stated that transformation begins in the mind and should be driven by love rather than shame. Badmus urged people to appreciate their bodies at every stage and pursue growth from a place of confidence and self-respect.

Simi dragged online after TikToker Mirabel admits faking rape claim

Singer Simi faced backlash after TikToker Mirabel admitted that her widely circulated rape allegation was false.

Simi had earlier spoken against rape culture and urged men to hold one another accountable. However, critics accused her of overlooking the issue of false accusations. The controversy intensified after an old tweet resurfaced and memes circulated online. Despite the backlash, Simi maintained that while false claims deserve consequences, they should not silence genuine victims of sexual violence.

We’re in talks with Adeleke’s family to resolve Sophia, Davido custody dispute – Dele Momodu

Media publisher and politician Dele Momodu has revealed that discussions are ongoing with the family of singer Davido to resolve the custody dispute involving Sophia Momodu.

Momodu disclosed that efforts are being made behind the scenes to settle the matter amicably, urging the public to keep both families in their prayers as conversations continue.

Police arrest actor Stanley Ontop after petition from Frederick Leonard

Nollywood actor Stanley Ontop has reportedly been arrested following a petition linked to fellow actor Frederick Leonard over alleged defamation.

Stanley, who is studying law at Dennis Osadebe University, questioned the manner of his arrest, stating that he had not received any prior police invitation before being apprehended on campus. The development has since sparked conversations online about due process and legal procedures.