The Buzz: Trending Entertainment News
From heartfelt confessions and personal struggles to career milestones and industry appeals, the entertainment scene has been anything but quiet. This week, celebrities opened up about faith, fame, love, loss, and life-changing moments, giving fans an intimate look behind the glitz and glamour. Here are the stories making waves across Nigeria’s entertainment landscape.
I smoked for 27 years, started at 13 — Tonto Dikeh
Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has shared a deeply personal testimony of what she described as her deliverance from smoking, alcohol addiction, masturbation, and prolonged anger issues during a Sunday service at Streams of Joy International Church.
In a video shared by DCLImagery on YouTube, the actress spoke during the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD) service led by Pastor Jerry Eze. Dikeh revealed that she began smoking at the age of 13 and struggled with various addictions for years, attributing her transformation to divine intervention.
“I smoked since I was 13. God healed me from masturbation, too,” she said, adding that she had endured years of spiritual oppression and anger that affected her personal life and relationships.
She disclosed that she almost backed out of sharing her testimony due to concerns about her public image but chose honesty over fear. According to her, attending the Ghana Prayer Conference marked a turning point, bringing peace she says she had never experienced before.
Now 40, Dikeh said she no longer has cravings for cigarettes or alcohol and urged parents to be mindful of habits children are exposed to at home. She later shared photos from the church on Instagram, describing herself as “a living testimony of mercy.”
Popular TikToker Peller hospitalised after car crash following break-up
Popular Nigerian TikToker Peller has been hospitalised after being involved in a car crash in Lagos, shortly after his publicised break-up with his girlfriend, Jarvis.
A disturbing video that surfaced online captured the influencer in an emotional state moments before the crash, where he made alarming statements suggesting self-harm. His newly acquired Benz was reportedly damaged in the incident.
As of the time of reporting, details surrounding the crash and Peller’s condition remain unclear, with no official confirmation from authorities or his management.
Reacting, influencer Tunde Ednut condemned Peller’s actions and called on authorities to revoke his driving licence, warning that such behaviour could endanger other road users.
Ayra Starr opens up on loneliness, cold after relocating to New York
Afrobeats star Ayra Starr has shared candid thoughts about her new life in New York, weeks after relocating from Lagos following a management deal with Roc Nation.
In a Substack post titled I’m not scared, I promise, the singer described grappling with loneliness, regret, and harsh weather conditions, calling New York “a walk-in freezer” and her apartment “almost-empty.”
She admitted missing Nigeria’s vibrant lifestyle, particularly Detty December, and revealed that relocating sometimes makes her question her decision. Despite the challenges, Starr said she is embracing her current phase, which she described as her “nobody gets me era.”
Asake will perform at my wedding – Wizkid
Grammy-winning singer Wizkid has revealed that he wants fellow artiste Asake to perform at his wedding.
Speaking during an appearance on Apple Music Radio with DJ Tunez, Wizkid said Asake’s hit song Omo Ope made him a fan, while Remember remains his favourite track.
Describing Asake as one of Africa’s most talented vocalists, Wizkid praised him as a blessing to African music and hinted once again at plans for a future wedding, which he has teased for years.
Protect ‘Behind The Scenes’ from piracy – Funke Akindele urges fans
Award-winning filmmaker Funke Akindele has appealed to fans to refrain from recording or sharing clips of her latest film, Behind The Scenes, currently showing in cinemas.
In a message shared online, Akindele warned that even short clips amount to piracy and could hurt the film’s success. She encouraged fans to take photos at cinema banners, share reviews, and spread the word without violating copyright rules.
The movie, released on December 12, explores the emotional struggles behind fame and success and features a star-studded cast including Tobi Bakre, Iyabo Ojo, Scarlet Gomez, and Ini Dima-Okojie. Akindele noted that the project was inspired by a divine message and urged audiences to support the hard work behind it.
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