Nigerian entertainment news has been bustling with notable events and announcements over the past week. Actress Eve Esin recently married her Ghanaian husband, Suleman, in a ceremony held in Akwa Ibom. She announced the wedding on Instagram, sharing photos with the hashtag #LoveFoundMe2025. Esin, who began her acting career in 2008 and is known for roles in *Blue* and *Royal War*, celebrated this personal milestone publicly.
Actor Shawn Faqua also made headlines by announcing his traditional wedding to partner Sharon Maduekwe. The private ceremony, attended by close friends and family, featured the couple in traditional Igbo attire. Faqua rose to fame as Vincent in *Lagos Cougars* and has since appeared in several films, including *Out of the Ghetto* and *After the Proposal*.
Street‑hop singer Terry G has appealed to his fans for prayers, saying he feels overwhelmed. The 39‑year‑old, best known for the hit “Run Mad,” did not disclose the reason for his request. Meanwhile, Grammy winner Burna Boy discussed the importance of family and community in keeping him grounded. In an interview with *Rolling Stone*, he praised his mother, Bose Ogulu, as a vital link to his identity.
Filmmaker Funke Akindele announced her upcoming film *Behind The Scenes*, inspired by divine instruction. Starring Tobi Bakare and Ini Dima‑Okojie, the movie is set for a nationwide cinema release on December 12. Akindele had initially planned a sequel to *A Tribe Called Judah* but was spiritually led to pursue this new project.
The industry also mourned the loss of actress Iya Ile Okan, who passed away barely a year after colleague Kunle Afod visited her in Ogun State. Afod had previously appealed for donations to help with her medical bills. Iya Ile Okan’s decades‑long career earned her respect for her portrayals of traditional Yoruba roles.
ARISE News anchor Somtochukwu “Sommie” Maduagwu was laid to rest in Anambra State after dying in September during an armed robbery at her Abuja home. Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi attended the burial and described her death as heartbreaking.
BBNaija Season 7 winner Phyna addressed a viral video showing her in a heated altercation with a woman at a hotel in Abuja. She denied claims that she was beaten, insisting instead that the other party was hospitalized.
Actress Adesua Etomi shared a life‑threatening incident that led to emergency surgery while she was in the UK with her husband, Banky W, and their two children. Singer Adekunle Gold gifted Imisi, the winner of BBNaija Season 10, an iPhone 17 Pro Max. Imisi announced the present on her Instagram Story; the phone is valued between ₦2.75 million and ₦3.8 million.
Davido announced that his 5ive Tour will return to Nigeria, with performances scheduled in Akwa Ibom, Adamawa, Enugu, Ibadan, and Lagos. Content creator Mandy Kiss secured the arrest of a mother and daughter for cyberbullying her after they posted a video criticizing her “sex with 100 men in 24 hours” stunt.
Actress Regina Daniels accused her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, of domestic violence in a series of viral videos, sparking heated debate and calls for an investigation.
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