The Buzz: Trending Entertainment News
From relationship breakups and celebrity controversies to candid views on marriage and privacy, the Nigerian entertainment scene has been awash with conversations that have kept fans talking.
Here are some of the stories making waves across social media and the entertainment industry.
Jarvis Confirms Split From Peller Amid His Arrest
Popular content creator Amadou Elizabeth, widely known as Jarvis or Jadrolita, has confirmed the end of her romantic relationship with fellow TikTok star Habeeb ‘Peller’ Hamzat. Jarvis spoke about the breakup following a controversial incident in which Peller intentionally crashed his car during a live stream, an act that led to his arrest by the Lagos State Police Command.
Addressing the split, Jarvis revealed that Peller initiated the breakup, citing the strain caused by attempts to keep their relationship private. She explained that while privacy was meant to protect them, it resulted in public denial of their relationship, which took an emotional toll on her. According to Jarvis, the separation was necessary for both parties to regain mental stability. Their relationship had long been surrounded by speculation, public disagreements and repeated breakup threats, with Jarvis previously noting that Peller’s age delayed their marriage plans.
Davido brought toxicity, rivalry to Nigerian music industry – Samklef claims
In another development, music producer Samklef has accused singer Davido of introducing toxicity and unhealthy rivalry into the Nigerian music industry. Samklef made the claim while reacting to a post by Pheelz, who lamented constant comparisons among artistes. He alleged that the industry was more harmonious during the rise of Wizkid and Olamide, but claimed Davido’s emergence brought hostility, threats and streaming manipulation. His comments have since sparked mixed reactions online, with many criticising him for singling out Davido, who has yet to respond to the allegations.
Toyosi Etim-Effiong: Why cheating is not a deal breaker for me
Meanwhile, Toyosi Etim-Effiong, wife of actor Daniel Etim-Effiong, has shared her unconventional perspective on infidelity in marriage. Speaking on the Moments with Toke podcast, Toyosi said cheating is not automatically a deal breaker for her, clarifying that she does not endorse infidelity but acknowledges it as a possible marital challenge. She stressed that both partners must make conscious efforts to protect their union, particularly in the entertainment industry. Toyosi also revealed that she once coordinated a prayer group known as Wives of Entertainers to offer spiritual support against negative influences. The couple, who married in 2017, are parents to three children.
Woli Arole opens up on keeping family life private
Also weighing in on marriage and privacy, comedian Woli Arole explained why he keeps his family life away from social media. In a post on Instagram, Arole said he did not marry for online validation but for companionship, adding that not every aspect of life needs to be shared publicly. He encouraged his followers to focus on genuine relationships rather than seeking approval on social platforms.
Together, these stories reflect ongoing conversations around relationships, fame, privacy and the pressures that come with life in the public eye.
Hafsoh Isiaq is a graduate of Linguistics. An avid writer committed to creative, high-quality research and news reportage. She has considerable experience in writing and reporting across a variety of platforms including print and online.
